This high God was worshipped at mountain shrines; and to win his favor animal sacrifices were offered at appropriate times. ... For centuries the shamans taught that Koreans had been chosen for a special purpose in God's plan for mankind. ... But those who violate the moral commandments will be punished in hell until they have paid for their folly. At least in popular Buddhism (that taught to the laity), the promise of heavenly reward and the threat of hell's torments have been an important stimulus to ethical behavior. ... Unification theology therefore deeply appreciates the many ...

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