Shūkyō nisei

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Shūkyō nisei (宗教2世), literally 'religion second generation', is a Japanese phrase, which refers to children being raised by their parents with strong religious beliefs. These children may be forced to practice the same religion against their will by their parents. They are also called karuto nisei (カルト2世; 'cult second generation') or nisei shinja (2世信者; 'second generation follower'). These children are reportedly often challenged by hardships, such as child neglect, child abuse and lack of psychological, financial, academic, and social independence because of their religious parents and the predatory practices of the religious organization. While shūkyō nisei are a longstanding social issue in Japan, the Japanese government has been accused of inaction. Within the Unification Church, children born to the parents married in church sponsored mass wedding ceremonies are called the shukufuku nisei (祝福2世; 'blessed second generations'). In July 2022, former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe...

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