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	* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/420/ Kalentian, Kalentic, Kalentoi, Ohhhh Myyyy (28 Mar 2024)]		* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/420/ Kalentian, Kalentic, Kalentoi, Ohhhh Myyyy (28 Mar 2024)]

	* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/announcements/topics/399/ Solitary! (22 Mar 2024)		* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/announcements/topics/399/ Solitary! (22 Mar 2024)]

	* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/313/ Lucky Symbols? (07 Mar 2024)]		* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/313/ Lucky Symbols? (07 Mar 2024)]

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	* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/420/ Kalentian, Kalentic, Kalentoi, Ohhhh Myyyy (28 Mar 2024)]		* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/420/ Kalentian, Kalentic, Kalentoi, Ohhhh Myyyy (28 Mar 2024)]

			* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/announcements/topics/399/ Solitary! (22 Mar 2024)

	* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/313/ Lucky Symbols? (07 Mar 2024)]		* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/313/ Lucky Symbols? (07 Mar 2024)]

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	The Yehani were in fact the first to worship The One True God, and they still consider It to be the God first and foremost of their own people. To the Yehani The One True God is '''Elu-Hani''', one of many deities whom the Yehani (as the ancient Yemelites) in error once also used to worship on the same level as Elu-Hani. However, thanks to the Prophet Mari the then-Yemelites were awakened to the recognition of Elu-Hani as the One True God, Dreamer of all things, and the other gods as only lesser deities who either served Elu-Hani or defied It.		The Yehani were in fact the first to worship The One True God, and they still consider It to be the God first and foremost of their own people. To the Yehani The One True God is '''Elu-Hani''', one of many deities whom the Yehani (as the ancient Yemelites) in error once also used to worship on the same level as Elu-Hani. However, thanks to the Prophet Mari the then-Yemelites were awakened to the recognition of Elu-Hani as the One True God, Dreamer of all things, and the other gods as only lesser deities who either served Elu-Hani or defied It.

	The name of Elu-Hani is often rendered as Lord of the Sea, but the fundamental meaning of the words signifies something closer to the captain of a ship. The Yehani see themselves as Elu-Hani's crew, obedient to Its command and eager to carry out ~~its~~ directives, and indeed to live their lives according to the rules of their captain. Though Elu-Hani may at times be fearsome and seem harsh in Its demands upon the Yehani, this is because It alone knows their true course and in Its wisdom must command them in such a way as to see the ship and crew as a whole safely through existence. When the ancient Yemelites changed their name to the Yehani, this was meant not to suggest merely the people of Elu-Hani, but Its crew, those actively carrying out Its wise orders and thereby accepting Its covenant to conduct themselves safely through life.		The name of Elu-Hani is often rendered as Lord of the Sea, but the fundamental meaning of the words signifies something closer to the captain of a ship. The Yehani see themselves as Elu-Hani's crew, obedient to Its command and eager to carry out Its directives, and indeed to live their lives according to the rules of their captain. Though Elu-Hani may at times be fearsome and seem harsh in Its demands upon the Yehani, this is because It alone knows their true course and in Its wisdom must command them in such a way as to see the ship and crew as a whole safely through existence. When the ancient Yemelites changed their name to the Yehani, this was meant not to suggest merely the people of Elu-Hani, but Its crew, those actively carrying out Its wise orders and thereby accepting Its covenant to conduct themselves safely through life.

	While others are not discouraged from acknowledging Elu-Hani as the greatest of all gods and the Dreamer of the Dream, Yehani believe that The One God specifically created the Yehani to serve and love It and follow all ~~its~~ strictures, and that Elu-Hani in turn focuses ~~Its~~ chief care and attention upon them.		While others are not discouraged from acknowledging Elu-Hani as the greatest of all gods and the Dreamer of the Dream, Yehani believe that The One God specifically created the Yehani to serve and love Him and follow all His strictures, and that Elu-Hani in turn focuses His chief care and attention upon them.

	The Yashani faith is followed wherever the Yehani themselves can be found, most typically the lands encircling the '''[[Adelantean Sea]]''', but also in '''[[Marzum]]''' and throughout the '''[[Sea of Sala'ah]]'''. Besides Yehani, some others who spend much of their lives at sea find Yashani attractive and have converted to it.		The Yashani faith is followed wherever the Yehani themselves can be found, most typically the lands encircling the '''[[Adelantean Sea]]''', but also in '''[[Marzum]]''' and throughout the '''[[Sea of Sala'ah]]'''. Besides Yehani, some others who spend much of their lives at sea find Yashani attractive and have converted to it.
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	The religious community of Kalentism is known as the '''Kalentoi''', or the People of Kalen. Kalen, who was burned at the stake but reborn from the ashes, is seen in the image of the phoenix and therefore known by the full title of '''Kalen Phoinikos''', and as lesser birds flock in the wake of the great phoenix when it makes its passage from land to land, so those who revere Kalen are often referred to as part of the '''flock''' of the faithful. Kalentians worship in '''churches''' where services are conducted by various clerics which may include '''diacons''', '''presbyters''', '''biscops''', and even '''archbiscops''', who hold their own niche among a host of other ranks and types of clergy. The Kalentic church features an intricate hierarchy, reflecting the Kalentian worldview that sees each person, creature, plant, and object in the Dream having its own proper and preordained place.		The religious community of Kalentism is known as the '''Kalentoi''', or the People of Kalen. Kalen, who was burned at the stake but reborn from the ashes, is seen in the image of the phoenix and therefore known by the full title of '''Kalen Phoinikos''', and as lesser birds flock in the wake of the great phoenix when it makes its passage from land to land, so those who revere Kalen are often referred to as part of the '''flock''' of the faithful. Kalentians worship in '''churches''' where services are conducted by various clerics which may include '''diacons''', '''presbyters''', '''biscops''', and even '''archbiscops''', who hold their own niche among a host of other ranks and types of clergy. The Kalentic church features an intricate hierarchy, reflecting the Kalentian worldview that sees each person, creature, plant, and object in the Dream having its own proper and preordained place.

	The Kalentic faith features an enormous array of '''saints''', women and men who lived lives of the greatest virtue or died in defense of their religion or the Kalentoi community. Saints are revered, not worshiped, and all their powers are believed to be granted through Dionos and Kalen. They serve as intercessors between the faithful and the One True God, and even after their death are capable of working miracles. The ~~greatest~~ saint of all is '''Elen''', the twin sister of Kalen and the object of significant reverence among many Kalentians. Dispute over the exact nature of Kalen and Elen, and the precise relationship of each with the Song and Dionos, has been the deciding factor in the creation of various schismatic sects of Kalentism.		The Kalentic faith features an enormous array of '''saints''', women and men who lived lives of the greatest virtue or died in defense of their religion or the Kalentoi community. Saints are revered, not worshiped, and all their powers are believed to be granted through Dionos and Kalen. They serve as intercessors between the faithful and the One True God, and even after their death are capable of working miracles. The foremost saint of all is '''Elen''', the twin sister of Kalen and the object of significant reverence among many Kalentians. Dispute over the exact nature of Kalen and Elen, and the precise relationship of each with the Song and Dionos, has been the deciding factor in the creation of various schismatic sects of Kalentism and has somewhat overshadowed her veneration among the orthodox.

	The Kalentic religion predominates across most of '''[[Ruvera]]''' and into '''[[Ruleska]]''' where it is part of the '''[[Kalentoi Empire\|Holy Kalentoi Empire]]'''. It is also the religion of '''[[Kuslovik]]''' in '''[[Altaruleska]]'''. Divergent sects, such as Nabhetic Kalentism, are found scattered across '''[[Amunat]]''' and other parts of the '''[[Sirdabi Caliphate]]'''.		The Kalentic religion predominates across most of '''[[Ruvera]]''' and into '''[[Ruleska]]''' where it is part of the '''[[Kalentoi Empire\|Holy Kalentoi Empire]]'''. It is also the religion of '''[[Kuslovik]]''' in '''[[Altaruleska]]'''. Divergent sects, such as Nabhetic Kalentism, are found scattered across '''[[Amunat]]''' and other parts of the '''[[Sirdabi Caliphate]]'''.
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	Even more than other pagan deities, Kholabi has been vilified by the worshipers of The One True God and is now thought of more as a fiend. She is sometimes presented as an angel who fell afoul of the One God for her ruthless thirst for knowledge and power that could belong to none but the God Itself; other times she is described as an extremely powerful jinni. In either case she is viewed with dread and a little awe, and even if she is removed from direct contact with the mortal world some people still fear attracting her notice somehow. The '''evil eye''' is a power whose origin is ascribed to Kholabi, and her ancient symbol is an eye. She also remains associated with the '''dark phase of the moons''' and with the seventh month of Kholabi which still carries her name, times when the boundaries between the seen and unseen worlds are believed to be at their thinnest.		Even more than other pagan deities, Kholabi has been vilified by the worshipers of The One True God and is now thought of more as a fiend. She is sometimes presented as an angel who fell afoul of the One God for her ruthless thirst for knowledge and power that could belong to none but the God Itself; other times she is described as an extremely powerful jinni. In either case she is viewed with dread and a little awe, and even if she is removed from direct contact with the mortal world some people still fear attracting her notice somehow. The '''evil eye''' is a power whose origin is ascribed to Kholabi, and her ancient symbol is an eye. She also remains associated with the '''dark phase of the moons''' and with the seventh month of Kholabi which still carries her name, times when the boundaries between the seen and unseen worlds are believed to be at their thinnest.

	The '''[[Rovara]]''' people are said to still worship her along with the Children of Dawn and Dusk, though it is uncertain whether Kholabi hears their prayers or not. Nevertheless, non-Rovara often consider these wanderers to carry the goddess's own misfortune with them, as well as the gift -- or curse -- of her sight.		The '''[[Rovara]]''' people are said to still worship her along with the Children of Dawn and Dusk, though it is uncertain whether Kholabi hears their prayers or not, or even how much truth is in this claim. Nevertheless, non-Rovara often consider these wanderers to carry the goddess's own misfortune with them, as well as the gift - or curse - of her sight.

	== [[Unbeing\|The Unbeing]] ==		== [[Unbeing\|The Unbeing]] ==

Aleph: /* Kalentism */

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Kalentism

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	'''Kalentism''' is worship of the One True God by those who follow the teachings and example of the prophet '''Kalen'''. To Kalentians the One God is '''Dionos''', signifying Our God in the sense of the universal deity of all mortalkind and the Dreamer of all the Dream. Although Kalentians believe that Dionos is the singular deity of all creation, they also believe that Kalen himself is the Song embodied in mortal flesh, known in both his person and his message as '''the New Song'''.		'''Kalentism''' is worship of the One True God by those who follow the teachings and example of the prophet '''Kalen'''. To Kalentians the One God is '''Dionos''', signifying Our God in the sense of the universal deity of all mortalkind and the Dreamer of all the Dream. Although Kalentians believe that Dionos is the singular deity of all creation, they also believe that Kalen himself is the Song embodied in mortal flesh, known in both his person and his message as '''the New Song'''.

	The religious community of Kalentism is known as the '''Kalentoi''', or the People of Kalen. Kalen, who was burned at the stake but reborn from the ashes, is seen in the image of the phoenix and therefore known by the full title of '''Kalen Phoinikos''', and as lesser birds flock in the wake of the great phoenix when it makes its passage from land to land, so those who revere Kalen are often referred to as part of the '''flock''' of the faithful. ~~Kalentics~~ worship in '''churches''' where services are conducted by various clerics which may include '''diacons''', '''presbyters''', '''biscops''', and even '''archbiscops''', who hold their own niche among a host of other ranks and types of clergy. The Kalentic church features an intricate hierarchy, reflecting the Kalentian worldview that sees each person, creature, plant, and object in the Dream having its own proper and preordained place.		The religious community of Kalentism is known as the '''Kalentoi''', or the People of Kalen. Kalen, who was burned at the stake but reborn from the ashes, is seen in the image of the phoenix and therefore known by the full title of '''Kalen Phoinikos''', and as lesser birds flock in the wake of the great phoenix when it makes its passage from land to land, so those who revere Kalen are often referred to as part of the '''flock''' of the faithful. Kalentians worship in '''churches''' where services are conducted by various clerics which may include '''diacons''', '''presbyters''', '''biscops''', and even '''archbiscops''', who hold their own niche among a host of other ranks and types of clergy. The Kalentic church features an intricate hierarchy, reflecting the Kalentian worldview that sees each person, creature, plant, and object in the Dream having its own proper and preordained place.

	The Kalentic faith features an enormous array of '''saints''', women and men who lived lives of the greatest virtue or died in defense of their religion or the Kalentoi community. Saints are revered, not worshiped, and all their powers are believed to be granted through Dionos and Kalen. They serve as intercessors between the faithful and the One True God, and even after their death are capable of working miracles. The greatest saint of all is '''Elen''', the twin sister of Kalen and the object of significant reverence among many Kalentians. Dispute over the exact nature of Kalen and Elen, and the precise relationship of each with the Song and Dionos, has been the deciding factor in the creation of various schismatic sects of Kalentism.		The Kalentic faith features an enormous array of '''saints''', women and men who lived lives of the greatest virtue or died in defense of their religion or the Kalentoi community. Saints are revered, not worshiped, and all their powers are believed to be granted through Dionos and Kalen. They serve as intercessors between the faithful and the One True God, and even after their death are capable of working miracles. The greatest saint of all is '''Elen''', the twin sister of Kalen and the object of significant reverence among many Kalentians. Dispute over the exact nature of Kalen and Elen, and the precise relationship of each with the Song and Dionos, has been the deciding factor in the creation of various schismatic sects of Kalentism.

Aleph: /* Relevant Forum Posts */

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Relevant Forum Posts

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	* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/420/ Kalentian, Kalentic, Kalentoi, Ohhhh Myyyy (28 Mar 2024)]		* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/420/ Kalentian, Kalentic, Kalentoi, Ohhhh Myyyy (28 Mar 2024)]

	* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/313/ Lucky Symbols? (7 Mar 2024)]		* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/313/ Lucky Symbols? (07 Mar 2024)]

	* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/266/ Religious Art (14 Feb 2024)]		* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/266/ Religious Art (14 Feb 2024)]
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	* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/250/ Divine Justice and the Afterlife (12 Feb 2024)]		* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/250/ Divine Justice and the Afterlife (12 Feb 2024)]

	* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/222/ Folklore (7 Feb 2024)]		* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/222/ Folklore (07 Feb 2024)]

	* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/92/ Specifics of the Sirdab (16 Jan 2024)]		* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/92/ Specifics of the Sirdab (16 Jan 2024)]

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Aleph at 20:13, 25 September 2024

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	'''Ushum''' is a somewhat obscure god of [[Raziya]] who appears in the form of a small dragon-like creature. Ushum is said to be the protector of animals and children, and to bring good luck to the perennially luckless. Ushum can however be quite mischievous, to the point of being malicious to anyone who harms those under his care. Although not the object of worship in any formal sense, some humbler folk will offer small prayers to him as well as inexpensive gifts, the latter deposited before the little dragon statues which one can find scattered in odd spots across the province.		'''Ushum''' is a somewhat obscure god of [[Raziya]] who appears in the form of a small dragon-like creature. Ushum is said to be the protector of animals and children, and to bring good luck to the perennially luckless. Ushum can however be quite mischievous, to the point of being malicious to anyone who harms those under his care. Although not the object of worship in any formal sense, some humbler folk will offer small prayers to him as well as inexpensive gifts, the latter deposited before the little dragon statues which one can find scattered in odd spots across the province.

			= Relevant Forum Posts =

			For some additional information touching on the topic of religion, posted on the website forums but not necessarily fully documented on the wiki.

			* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/526/ Creation Myths (29 Jun 2024)]

			* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/420/ Kalentian, Kalentic, Kalentoi, Ohhhh Myyyy (28 Mar 2024)]

			* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/313/ Lucky Symbols? (7 Mar 2024)]

			* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/266/ Religious Art (14 Feb 2024)]

			* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/250/ Divine Justice and the Afterlife (12 Feb 2024)]

			* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/heritage_culture/topics/222/ Folklore (7 Feb 2024)]

			* [https://www.songofavaria.com/forum/religion/topics/92/ Specifics of the Sirdab (16 Jan 2024)]

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Aleph: /* Nirzali */

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Nirzali

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	Worshipers of Nirzali do not make up a distinct community, but instead are part of a larger pagan tradition that includes the honoring and propitiation of numerous other deities, spirits, and elemental forces. However, the goddess does have her own well-organized priesthood, with numerous distinct roles within it. Ordinary worshipers give prayers and offerings at '''temples''' and '''shrines''', while '''priests''' and especially '''priestesses''' conduct rituals at the temples and observe various festivals all meant to care for and honor the goddess.		Worshipers of Nirzali do not make up a distinct community, but instead are part of a larger pagan tradition that includes the honoring and propitiation of numerous other deities, spirits, and elemental forces. However, the goddess does have her own well-organized priesthood, with numerous distinct roles within it. Ordinary worshipers give prayers and offerings at '''temples''' and '''shrines''', while '''priests''' and especially '''priestesses''' conduct rituals at the temples and observe various festivals all meant to care for and honor the goddess.

	Nirzali is chiefly an '''[[Idiri]]''' deity, and the goddess is worshiped widely throughout the continent. It has also spread from there to parts of the '''[[Sirdabi Caliphate]]''' in '''[[Ruleska]]''', though its incidence lessens the further one gets from Idiri.		Nirzali is chiefly an '''[[Idiri]]''' deity, and the goddess is worshiped widely throughout the continent. Her religion has also spread from there to parts of the '''[[Sirdabi Caliphate]]''' in '''[[Ruleska]]''', though its incidence lessens the further one gets from Idiri.

	= Suvhaism =		= Suvhaism =

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Azadi

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	The Azadi faith community is collectively known as '''the Redeemed''', as having been released and redeemed from the bondage of religious error, just as the Prophet al-Azad was released from a prison both physical and spiritual following his first revelations from Annur. Azadi have no priests or priestesses, but instead simply have prayer leaders called '''imams''' who conduct services for the faithful in '''mosques'''. Just as important as the mosque is the '''sirdab''', a garden with accompanying water features which promotes ''al-ansijam'', a fusion of internal and external harmony. The Song and the concept of harmony infuse much Azadi thinking and practice, to the point where another name for the community is '''the People of Harmony'''.		The Azadi faith community is collectively known as '''the Redeemed''', as having been released and redeemed from the bondage of religious error, just as the Prophet al-Azad was released from a prison both physical and spiritual following his first revelations from Annur. Azadi have no priests or priestesses, but instead simply have prayer leaders called '''imams''' who conduct services for the faithful in '''mosques'''. Just as important as the mosque is the '''sirdab''', a garden with accompanying water features which promotes ''al-ansijam'', a fusion of internal and external harmony. The Song and the concept of harmony infuse much Azadi thinking and practice, to the point where another name for the community is '''the People of Harmony'''.

	Though Azadi deny that any other gods exist, they do believe in semi-divine angels who exist as helpers to Annur and workers of various small miracles in the world. They do not have saints in quite the same sense that ~~Kalentics~~ do, but many do believe that some individuals and their families possess a special holiness that is similar. These are called generically '''wali''', which may also be used as a form of address, while in north [[Idiri]] especially they tend to be known as '''marabouts'''.		Though Azadi deny that any other gods exist, they do believe in semi-divine angels who exist as helpers to Annur and workers of various small miracles in the world. They do not have saints in quite the same sense that Kalentians do, but many do believe that some individuals and their families possess a special holiness that is similar. These are called generically '''wali''', which may also be used as a form of address, while in north [[Idiri]] especially they tend to be known as '''marabouts'''.

	The Azadi religion is most common in the lands of the '''[[Sirdabi Caliphate]]''', where it is also the state religion. This includes the lands of '''[[Ruleska]]''' and north '''[[Idiri]]''' as well as '''[[Zalawi]].''' Other practitioners of Azadi can be found in '''[[Jalanjhur]]''', '''[[Yalanbari]]''', and throughout the '''[[Sea of Sala'ah]]''' more generally. Although now part of the Kalentoi Empire, '''[[Cadenza]]''' also still harbors significant numbers of Azadi.		The Azadi religion is most common in the lands of the '''[[Sirdabi Caliphate]]''', where it is also the state religion. This includes the lands of '''[[Ruleska]]''' and north '''[[Idiri]]''' as well as '''[[Zalawi]].''' Other practitioners of Azadi can be found in '''[[Jalanjhur]]''', '''[[Yalanbari]]''', and throughout the '''[[Sea of Sala'ah]]''' more generally. Although now part of the Kalentoi Empire, '''[[Cadenza]]''' also still harbors significant numbers of Azadi.

Aleph: /* Kholabi */

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Kholabi

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	== Kholabi ==		== Kholabi ==

	'''Kholabi''' is one of the Children of the Dream, once numbering among the '''Children of Noon and Night''' who have now vanished from reach and sight of mortalkind. In ancient times ~~the~~ was the goddess of '''magic''' and '''arcane mysteries''', as well as of '''refined civilization''', and was also worshiped as the mother goddess of '''[[Amunat]]'''. Both respected and beloved, Kholabi was often called upon to extend protection and fortune to those in need, but her ways were also mysterious, and ill luck could be attributed to her sometimes unfathomable will.		'''Kholabi''' is one of the Children of the Dream, once numbering among the '''Children of Noon and Night''' who have now vanished from reach and sight of mortalkind. In ancient times she was the goddess of '''magic''' and '''arcane mysteries''', as well as of '''refined civilization''', and was also worshiped as the mother goddess of '''[[Amunat]]'''. Both respected and beloved, Kholabi was often called upon to extend protection and fortune to those in need, but her ways were also mysterious, and ill luck could be attributed to her sometimes unfathomable will.

	Even more than other pagan deities, Kholabi has been vilified by the worshipers of The One True God and is now thought of more as a fiend. She is sometimes presented as an angel who fell afoul of the One God for her ruthless thirst for knowledge and power that could belong to none but the God Itself; other times she is described as an extremely powerful jinni. In either case she is viewed with dread and a little awe, and even if she is removed from direct contact with the mortal world some people still fear attracting her notice somehow. The '''evil eye''' is a power whose origin is ascribed to Kholabi, and her ancient symbol is an eye. She also remains associated with the '''dark phase of the moons''' and with the seventh month of Kholabi which still carries her name, times when the boundaries between the seen and unseen worlds are believed to be at their thinnest.		Even more than other pagan deities, Kholabi has been vilified by the worshipers of The One True God and is now thought of more as a fiend. She is sometimes presented as an angel who fell afoul of the One God for her ruthless thirst for knowledge and power that could belong to none but the God Itself; other times she is described as an extremely powerful jinni. In either case she is viewed with dread and a little awe, and even if she is removed from direct contact with the mortal world some people still fear attracting her notice somehow. The '''evil eye''' is a power whose origin is ascribed to Kholabi, and her ancient symbol is an eye. She also remains associated with the '''dark phase of the moons''' and with the seventh month of Kholabi which still carries her name, times when the boundaries between the seen and unseen worlds are believed to be at their thinnest.

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	The '''Unbeing''' is an entity that is very poorly known but seems to have existed for time out of mind. It is associated with the liminal and inchoate -- '''shadows''', '''reflections''', '''delusions''', and '''dreams''' -- and also with '''chance''' or '''luck'''. Nobody has ever been known to actually worship the Unbeing, which also goes by the names of '''the Other''' and '''the God That is Not''', yet its existence has survived in folklore and the scantiest of written records down through millennia. More recently it has come to be recognized by many Elestaarians as the embodiment of darkness and evil, the antithesis and archnemesis of the God of Good Thought.		The '''Unbeing''' is an entity that is very poorly known but seems to have existed for time out of mind. It is associated with the liminal and inchoate -- '''shadows''', '''reflections''', '''delusions''', and '''dreams''' -- and also with '''chance''' or '''luck'''. Nobody has ever been known to actually worship the Unbeing, which also goes by the names of '''the Other''' and '''the God That is Not''', yet its existence has survived in folklore and the scantiest of written records down through millennia. More recently it has come to be recognized by many Elestaarians as the embodiment of darkness and evil, the antithesis and archnemesis of the God of Good Thought.

			== Ushum ==

			'''Ushum''' is a somewhat obscure god of [[Raziya]] who appears in the form of a small dragon-like creature. Ushum is said to be the protector of animals and children, and to bring good luck to the perennially luckless. Ushum can however be quite mischievous, to the point of being malicious to anyone who harms those under his care. Although not the object of worship in any formal sense, some humbler folk will offer small prayers to him as well as inexpensive gifts, the latter deposited before the little dragon statues which one can find scattered in odd spots across the province.


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