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>NewOriginalSchwann: /* On Dionae */

2024-02-29T08:15:02Z

On Dionae

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	Spiritually-oriented Dionae gestalts are especially attracted to Luceism due to the species’ shared affinity for light and stars. Due to their nature having them use starlight to prosper and thrive, Luceians of both major chapters generally regard Dionae positively and welcome them into the faith.		Spiritually-oriented Dionae gestalts are especially attracted to Luceism due to the species’ shared affinity for light and stars. Due to their nature having them use starlight to prosper and thrive, Luceians of both major chapters generally regard Dionae positively and welcome them into the faith.

	~~Following the integration of Dionae into the Coalition, gestalts are permitted access to the Ecclesiarchy and may become Keepers or even Wardens, though they are not yet allowed to be Luminaries.~~

	The fundamentals of Luceism and the Eternal are alike, both having a reverence for light in which they hold the view it is the personified existence of their deity. Luceism’s worship of the light has drawn many Dionae to the faith; mostly from the perspective of curiosity as opposed to actually partaking in its practices. Some hold the belief that Ennoia is merely a human understanding of the Eternal, resulting in some syncretization between the two religions – despite the Omnivirate’s declaration that the practice of the religion would be apostasy; creating a rather tense relationship between the clergy of both faiths.		The fundamentals of Luceism and the Eternal are alike, both having a reverence for light in which they hold the view it is the personified existence of their deity. Luceism’s worship of the light has drawn many Dionae to the faith; mostly from the perspective of curiosity as opposed to actually partaking in its practices. Some hold the belief that Ennoia is merely a human understanding of the Eternal, resulting in some syncretization between the two religions – despite the Omnivirate’s declaration that the practice of the religion would be apostasy; creating a rather tense relationship between the clergy of both faiths.

>NewOriginalSchwann: Added Naut's lore canonization application. I'm using the z here as a revolt against the British English menace which has taken over the style guide. NEVER SURRENDER.

2024-02-24T08:43:24Z

Added Naut's lore canonization application. I'm using the z here as a revolt against the British English menace which has taken over the style guide. NEVER SURRENDER.

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>NewOriginalSchwann: /* Clergy */

2023-03-02T23:32:36Z

Clergy

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	Before one becomes a fully ordained Luceian priest in the Pyramidical tradition one must first be educated in a seminary which can take upwards of four years. Following the completion of a hopeful priest’s seminary schooling they are ordained in a Luceian temple and complete their ascension to the priesthood of Luceism. Priest, in Luceism, is considered a gender-neutral term used by both male and female clergy. Astructuralists vary in their requirements to become a religious leader due to their decentralized nature, but many follow a structure of apprenticeships in which a leader will train a follower to assume his or her position in the future; in essence, handing down their piety and traditions to their successors.		Before one becomes a fully ordained Luceian priest in the Pyramidical tradition one must first be educated in a seminary which can take upwards of four years. Following the completion of a hopeful priest’s seminary schooling they are ordained in a Luceian temple and complete their ascension to the priesthood of Luceism. Priest, in Luceism, is considered a gender-neutral term used by both male and female clergy. Astructuralists vary in their requirements to become a religious leader due to their decentralized nature, but many follow a structure of apprenticeships in which a leader will train a follower to assume his or her position in the future; in essence, handing down their piety and traditions to their successors.

	Above the typical priests of Pyrimidal Luceism are the seven Head Keepers of Luceism, the men and women responsible for maintaining the seven metropolitans of Luceism. With each metropolitan corresponding to one of the seven great domed cities, the Head Keepers wield an incredible amount of influence in Luceism - even, arguably, amongst Astructuralists. While the Head Keepers are considered to be equals, the Head Keeper of Malaga is considered to be something of a, “first among equals,'' due to the city’s status as the birthplace of the faith. The Head Keepers are elected by the priests of their metropolitans for five year terms.		Above the typical priests of Pyrimidal Luceism are the seven Head Keepers of Luceism, the men and women responsible for maintaining the seven metropolitans of Luceism. With each metropolitan corresponding to one of the seven great domed cities, the Head Keepers wield an incredible amount of influence in Luceism - even, arguably, amongst Astructuralists. While the Head Keepers are considered to be equals, the Head Keeper of Malaga is considered to be something of a, “first among equals," due to the city’s status as the birthplace of the faith. The Head Keepers are elected by the priests of their metropolitans for five year terms.

	Between the Head Keepers and simple priests rest the Keepers of Luceism, those individuals entrusted with the running of an officially consecrated Luceian religious site. Keepers are typically experienced priests or charismatic newcomers, as they must be elected by the clergy under them after the “period of grace,” following the first five years after a new site has been officially consecrated by the faith. Before a Keeper is elected, the founding priest will serve as an interim Keeper of the site. Due to this system of elections the list of Keepers is constantly changing and shifting as new ones come into favor and old ones fall out of it.		Between the Head Keepers and simple priests rest the Keepers of Luceism, those individuals entrusted with the running of an officially consecrated Luceian religious site. Keepers are typically experienced priests or charismatic newcomers, as they must be elected by the clergy under them after the “period of grace,” following the first five years after a new site has been officially consecrated by the faith. Before a Keeper is elected, the founding priest will serve as an interim Keeper of the site. Due to this system of elections the list of Keepers is constantly changing and shifting as new ones come into favor and old ones fall out of it.

>Sneakyranger: the categorizining: lore, religions.

2022-07-16T01:57:56Z

the categorizining: lore, religions.

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>StevIII: added a to

2022-05-12T11:11:26Z

added a to

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	<center>[[File:Luceism-small.png\|small\|link=]]</center>		<center>[[File:Luceism-small.png\|small\|link=]]</center>

	<center>''The Luceian Square, a holy symbol of Luceism representing the extinguished but all-seeing Star of [[Assunzione]]'s system that is simply waiting for the right moment awaken''</center>		<center>''The Luceian Square, a holy symbol of Luceism representing the extinguished but all-seeing Star of [[Assunzione]]'s system that is simply waiting for the right moment to awaken''</center>

	<center>'''"So that the Star may someday return."'''</center>		<center>'''"So that the Star may someday return."'''</center>

>TheBurninSherman в 14:12, 6 ноября 2021

2021-11-06T14:12:42Z

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	<center>'''"So that the Star may someday return."'''</center>		<center>'''"So that the Star may someday return."'''</center>

	An unusual syncretic religion originating upon the planet of Assunzione, Luceism is a quasi-Abrahamic religion descended from a variety of faiths held by the original colonists that first emerged following the unexpected extinguishing of Assunzione’s star in 2274. While arguably a branch of modern Abrahamic religions, Luceism is a hard-to-define religion dedicated to the worship of an abstract representation of light referred to as the Ennoia. Though it is, unsurprisingly, strongest on Assunzione, followers of the faith can be found throughout the Orion Spur alongside their houses of worship.		An unusual syncretic religion originating upon the planet of Assunzione, Luceism is a quasi-Abrahamic religion descended from a variety of faiths held by the original colonists that first emerged following the unexpected extinguishing of Assunzione’s star in 2274. While arguably a branch of modern Abrahamic religions, Luceism is a hard-to-define religion dedicated to the worship of an abstract representation of light referred to as the Ennoia. Though it is, unsurprisingly, strongest on Assunzione, followers of the faith can be found throughout the Orion Spur alongside their houses of worship, located almost exclusively in Assunzionii ethnic enclaves.

	==History==		==History==

>NewOriginalSchwann: /* Doctrine */

2021-03-20T21:29:09Z

Doctrine

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	Key to Pyramidicalists is the pursuit of '''Alêtheia''', or the destruction of falsehood to reveal the truth. Alêtheia is the Luceian term for mastery of one’s base instincts in order to gain an understanding of how to master one’s internal dichotomy between lightness and darkness. Mastery of Alêtheia is heavily emphasized in Pyramidicalist sermons and litanies, but can take years -- if not decades -- to achieve. Many of the truly faithful will often retreat into solitude to achieve a state of extreme concentration; focusing on the given values and concepts to redeem themselves and improve their own Alêtheia free of the influences and distractions of the wider world. Despite the difficulty inherent in the pursuit of true Alêtheia it remains a key tenant of Pyramidicalism to this very day. Many outside scholars believe this long-standing dedication to self-improvement in Pyramidicalism dates back to the uncertain months following the Star’s destruction, where the fate of the very planet itself tenuously hung in the balance.		Key to Pyramidicalists is the pursuit of '''Alêtheia''', or the destruction of falsehood to reveal the truth. Alêtheia is the Luceian term for mastery of one’s base instincts in order to gain an understanding of how to master one’s internal dichotomy between lightness and darkness. Mastery of Alêtheia is heavily emphasized in Pyramidicalist sermons and litanies, but can take years -- if not decades -- to achieve. Many of the truly faithful will often retreat into solitude to achieve a state of extreme concentration; focusing on the given values and concepts to redeem themselves and improve their own Alêtheia free of the influences and distractions of the wider world. Despite the difficulty inherent in the pursuit of true Alêtheia it remains a key tenant of Pyramidicalism to this very day. Many outside scholars believe this long-standing dedication to self-improvement in Pyramidicalism dates back to the uncertain months following the Star’s destruction, where the fate of the very planet itself tenuously hung in the balance.

	'''Astructuralism''' is the smaller of Luceism’s two denominations, and is strongest in the great domed cities of ~~Guelma~~, Dalyan, and Said. Astructuralism derives its name from its lack of a formal hierarchy in its faith beyond informal spiritual leaders that command respect -- and followers -- through their own ability to master their internal dichotomy and their piety. Astructuralism is sometimes referred to as “Mystical Luceism” due to its greater emphasis on ritualism and the individual pursuit of the mastery and perfection of one’s internal dichotomy between lightness and darkness. Despite its emphasis on personal faith and smaller-scale worship over Pyramidicalism’s focus on structure and order, Astructuralism technically has a formal leader, though one with loose control, in the form of the First Sacristan -- an elected individual responsible for ensuring Astructuralism’s traditions are maintained for future generations.		'''Astructuralism''' is the smaller of Luceism’s two denominations, and is strongest in the great domed cities of Iraklio, Dalyan, and Said. Astructuralism derives its name from its lack of a formal hierarchy in its faith beyond informal spiritual leaders that command respect -- and followers -- through their own ability to master their internal dichotomy and their piety. Astructuralism is sometimes referred to as “Mystical Luceism” due to its greater emphasis on ritualism and the individual pursuit of the mastery and perfection of one’s internal dichotomy between lightness and darkness. Despite its emphasis on personal faith and smaller-scale worship over Pyramidicalism’s focus on structure and order, Astructuralism technically has a formal leader, though one with loose control, in the form of the First Sacristan -- an elected individual responsible for ensuring Astructuralism’s traditions are maintained for future generations.

	Astructuralist rituals tend to be centered around sites that have not seen much use since the Star of Assunzione extinguished itself centuries ago: the large solar panel arrays that could be once found throughout the great domed cities, but have been mostly destroyed in the years following the Star’s extinguishment. Astructuralists fervently maintain these sites in preparation for the inevitable return (in their eyes) of Assunzione’s Star, and the glut of power that it will produce for the solar panels to lap up. Unfortunately for Astructuralists, the larger size of the Pyramidical doctrine and the constant need for more space means that there are very few solar panel farms suitable for use ritual sites outside of Iraklio, Dalyan, and Said. Solar sites within these cities are fiercely protected by Astructuralists, due to their holy status.		Astructuralist rituals tend to be centered around sites that have not seen much use since the Star of Assunzione extinguished itself centuries ago: the large solar panel arrays that could be once found throughout the great domed cities, but have been mostly destroyed in the years following the Star’s extinguishment. Astructuralists fervently maintain these sites in preparation for the inevitable return (in their eyes) of Assunzione’s Star, and the glut of power that it will produce for the solar panels to lap up. Unfortunately for Astructuralists, the larger size of the Pyramidical doctrine and the constant need for more space means that there are very few solar panel farms suitable for use ritual sites outside of Iraklio, Dalyan, and Said. Solar sites within these cities are fiercely protected by Astructuralists, due to their holy status.

>NewOriginalSchwann: /* Clergy */

2021-03-18T17:50:16Z

Clergy

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	The clergy of Luceism hail from every one of the great domed cities and while not everyone affiliated with the Luceian faith itself is a direct member of the clergy, many find themselves working under the umbrella of religious organizations affiliated with the faith. The clergy of Luceism are allowed to be of either gender, but they must be celibate and cannot marry while remaining an active member of the clergy. The clergy of Luceism primarily originate in the Pyramidical school of thought, as Astructuralists reject the need for a priesthood.		The clergy of Luceism hail from every one of the great domed cities and while not everyone affiliated with the Luceian faith itself is a direct member of the clergy, many find themselves working under the umbrella of religious organizations affiliated with the faith. The clergy of Luceism are allowed to be of either gender, but they must be celibate and cannot marry while remaining an active member of the clergy. The clergy of Luceism primarily originate in the Pyramidical school of thought, as Astructuralists reject the need for a priesthood.

	The Pyramidical clergy are divided into a series of ranks, ranging from simple initiates and trainees to spiritual leaders of entire areas. However, Astructuralist will often have guides and spiritual leaders in their communities that play a role similar to typical clergy albeit often without the splendor that often accompanies Pyrimidalist priests. Astructuralist, lacking a formal hierarchy, utilize one’s piety as a measure for how esteemed a spiritual leader should be..		The Pyramidical clergy are divided into a series of ranks, ranging from simple initiates and trainees to spiritual leaders of entire areas. However, Astructuralist will often have guides and spiritual leaders in their communities that play a role similar to typical clergy albeit often without the splendor that often accompanies Pyrimidalist priests. Astructuralist, lacking a formal hierarchy, utilize one’s piety as a measure for how esteemed a spiritual leader should be.

	Before one becomes a fully ordained Luceian priest in the Pyramidical tradition one must first be educated in a seminary which can take upwards of four years. Following the completion of a hopeful priest’s seminary schooling they are ordained in a Luceian temple and complete their ascension to the priesthood of Luceism. Priest, in Luceism, is considered a gender-neutral term used by both male and female clergy. Astructuralists vary in their requirements to become a religious leader due to their decentralized nature, but many follow a structure of apprenticeships in which a leader will train a follower to assume his or her position in the future; in essence, handing down their piety and traditions to their successors.		Before one becomes a fully ordained Luceian priest in the Pyramidical tradition one must first be educated in a seminary which can take upwards of four years. Following the completion of a hopeful priest’s seminary schooling they are ordained in a Luceian temple and complete their ascension to the priesthood of Luceism. Priest, in Luceism, is considered a gender-neutral term used by both male and female clergy. Astructuralists vary in their requirements to become a religious leader due to their decentralized nature, but many follow a structure of apprenticeships in which a leader will train a follower to assume his or her position in the future; in essence, handing down their piety and traditions to their successors.

>NewOriginalSchwann: /* Doctrine */

2021-03-18T17:41:37Z

Doctrine

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	'''Pyramidicalism''' is the largest of Luceism’s two doctrines, and is strongest in the great domed cities of Triesto, Guelma, Makarska, and (most importantly) Malaga. Pyramidicalism derives its name from its faith structure -- with Ennoia forming the peak, the clergy between, and the followers forming the all-important base -- and a belief it shares with Astructuralism: that followers must master their base instincts before developing a further understanding of the principals intrinsic in Luceian faith. Pyramidicalism is based around an established series of consecrated temples of worship staffed by a dedicated clergy. Members of this doctrine meet for worship at times of dawn and dusk on every Sunday. Pyramidicalists do not have a formal leader, but rely upon a system of autocephalous seven metropolitans to determine who is fit to lead the faithful of a great domed city.		'''Pyramidicalism''' is the largest of Luceism’s two doctrines, and is strongest in the great domed cities of Triesto, Guelma, Makarska, and (most importantly) Malaga. Pyramidicalism derives its name from its faith structure -- with Ennoia forming the peak, the clergy between, and the followers forming the all-important base -- and a belief it shares with Astructuralism: that followers must master their base instincts before developing a further understanding of the principals intrinsic in Luceian faith. Pyramidicalism is based around an established series of consecrated temples of worship staffed by a dedicated clergy. Members of this doctrine meet for worship at times of dawn and dusk on every Sunday. Pyramidicalists do not have a formal leader, but rely upon a system of autocephalous seven metropolitans to determine who is fit to lead the faithful of a great domed city.

	Key to Pyramidicalists is the pursuit of ''Alêtheia'', or the destruction of falsehood to reveal the truth. Alêtheia is the Luceian term for mastery of one’s base instincts in order to gain an understanding of how to master one’s internal dichotomy between lightness and darkness. Mastery of Alêtheia is heavily emphasized in Pyramidicalist sermons and litanies, but can take years -- if not decades -- to achieve. Many of the truly faithful will often retreat into solitude to achieve a state of extreme concentration; focusing on the given values and concepts to redeem themselves and improve their own Alêtheia free of the influences and distractions of the wider world. Despite the difficulty inherent in the pursuit of true Alêtheia it remains a key tenant of Pyramidicalism to this very day. Many outside scholars believe this long-standing dedication to self-improvement in Pyramidicalism dates back to the uncertain months following the Star’s destruction, where the fate of the very planet itself tenuously hung in the balance.		Key to Pyramidicalists is the pursuit of '''Alêtheia''', or the destruction of falsehood to reveal the truth. Alêtheia is the Luceian term for mastery of one’s base instincts in order to gain an understanding of how to master one’s internal dichotomy between lightness and darkness. Mastery of Alêtheia is heavily emphasized in Pyramidicalist sermons and litanies, but can take years -- if not decades -- to achieve. Many of the truly faithful will often retreat into solitude to achieve a state of extreme concentration; focusing on the given values and concepts to redeem themselves and improve their own Alêtheia free of the influences and distractions of the wider world. Despite the difficulty inherent in the pursuit of true Alêtheia it remains a key tenant of Pyramidicalism to this very day. Many outside scholars believe this long-standing dedication to self-improvement in Pyramidicalism dates back to the uncertain months following the Star’s destruction, where the fate of the very planet itself tenuously hung in the balance.

	'''Astructuralism''' is the smaller of Luceism’s two denominations, and is strongest in the great domed cities of Guelma, Dalyan, and Said. Astructuralism derives its name from its lack of a formal hierarchy in its faith beyond informal spiritual leaders that command respect -- and followers -- through their own ability to master their internal dichotomy and their piety. Astructuralism is sometimes referred to as “Mystical Luceism” due to its greater emphasis on ritualism and the individual pursuit of the mastery and perfection of one’s internal dichotomy between lightness and darkness. Despite its emphasis on personal faith and smaller-scale worship over Pyramidicalism’s focus on structure and order, Astructuralism technically has a formal leader, though one with loose control, in the form of the First Sacristan -- an elected individual responsible for ensuring Astructuralism’s traditions are maintained for future generations.		'''Astructuralism''' is the smaller of Luceism’s two denominations, and is strongest in the great domed cities of Guelma, Dalyan, and Said. Astructuralism derives its name from its lack of a formal hierarchy in its faith beyond informal spiritual leaders that command respect -- and followers -- through their own ability to master their internal dichotomy and their piety. Astructuralism is sometimes referred to as “Mystical Luceism” due to its greater emphasis on ritualism and the individual pursuit of the mastery and perfection of one’s internal dichotomy between lightness and darkness. Despite its emphasis on personal faith and smaller-scale worship over Pyramidicalism’s focus on structure and order, Astructuralism technically has a formal leader, though one with loose control, in the form of the First Sacristan -- an elected individual responsible for ensuring Astructuralism’s traditions are maintained for future generations.

>NewOriginalSchwann: /* Houses of Worship */

2021-03-18T17:41:20Z

Houses of Worship

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	==Houses of Worship==		==Houses of Worship==

	The chapels, cathedrals, and other assorted temples of Luceism range in size from simple rooms placed in the sides of buildings found throughout the planet’s habitation domes ~~- -~~ to formal churches to grand cathedrals dedicated to the worship of the Custodian of Light - they all have one trait in common. In the center of every properly consecrated Luceian house of worship dwells a constantly lit flame maintained around the clock by the clergy of the faith. This flame is, to true believers, a representation of Assunzione’s mostly-extinguished star, and the hope that they will be able to rekindle it somehow, someday. Their places of worship are - due to their distaste for the dark - generally extremely well-lit, often with no truly dark areas in them.		The chapels, cathedrals, and other assorted temples of Luceism range in size from simple rooms placed in the sides of buildings found throughout the planet’s habitation domes to formal churches to grand cathedrals dedicated to the worship of the Custodian of Light - they all have one trait in common. In the center of every properly consecrated Luceian house of worship dwells a constantly lit flame maintained around the clock by the clergy of the faith. This flame is, to true believers, a representation of Assunzione’s mostly-extinguished star, and the hope that they will be able to rekindle it somehow, someday. Their places of worship are - due to their distaste for the dark - generally extremely well-lit, often with no truly dark areas in them.

	The design of Luceian churches and temples is an unusual one that indicates the faith’s roots in old Earthbound religions before the arrival of settlers to Assunzione. Formal churches will generally follow an X pattern in their construction, with a circular tower rising from the middle of the X and above the church. This tower generally houses the eternal flame of the church, and has been termed the “lighthouse” by outside observers. The inside walls of these churches are often lined with ornate stained glass windows depicting both the history of faith and of Assunzione itself. Areas of worship feature a raised central pulpit that is typically lavishly decorated, with followers seated in circular pews around the pulpit. Beneath this is what followers of Luceism refer to as a greater warding sphere - a large, circular object filled with luce vines that constantly fills its surroundings with a ghostly white light. Followers state that if one is experienced with reading the shadows cast by a lesser warding sphere, it will always point you back to Assunzione.		The design of Luceian churches and temples is an unusual one that indicates the faith’s roots in old Earthbound religions before the arrival of settlers to Assunzione. Formal churches will generally follow an X pattern in their construction, with a circular tower rising from the middle of the X and above the church. This tower generally houses the eternal flame of the church, and has been termed the “lighthouse” by outside observers. The inside walls of these churches are often lined with ornate stained glass windows depicting both the history of faith and of Assunzione itself. Areas of worship feature a raised central pulpit that is typically lavishly decorated, with followers seated in circular pews around the pulpit. Beneath this is what followers of Luceism refer to as a greater warding sphere - a large, circular object filled with luce vines that constantly fills its surroundings with a ghostly white light. Followers state that if one is experienced with reading the shadows cast by a lesser warding sphere, it will always point you back to Assunzione.