The World Of Khoras - Religion - Gods of Qeshir

Hram

"Hram is watching"

Description

The Hramish faith is the official religion of the Great Padashan Empire. It is closely tied to the dynasties that rule over Padashan, but the empire is not a true theocracy. It is merely a state religion.

The Hramish faith is centered around a single god named Hram. He rules over a perfect paradise in the sky... a utopia which is home to the spirits of all those who have come before and also the jhen, his most powerful servants. Jhen means "great spirit". The jhen are mystical beings that dwell on this higher plane with Hram. They are sent by Hram from time to time me to the mortal world from time to time. They have great magical powers and use their power to guide humanity. Many stories of this faith involve jhen, coming and walking among mortals in disguise and aiding those in need. There are many jhen - greater, lesser and minor. It is a complex hierarchy with many tiers.

The jhen record the daily lives of men. So, the faithful believe that they are always being watched. They make frequent oaths invoking his name because they know they are being watched. "Hram is watching" is a common utterance in this faith.

Religion

The Hramish faith stresses obedience to the will of Hram and the acceptance of Hramish laws.

The Laws of Hram

1. There is only one true God and his name is Hram. All other gods are beneath him.
2. Obedience to Hram is the highest purpose of a life.
3. All things are fated. Hram knows the destiny of all people and things. The Universe and all things in it are part of his great plan.
4. The faithful of Hram must seek out Hram in meditation and prayer thrice each day, as the sun rises, passes and sets.
5. The jhen are the faithful servants of Hram and must be obeyed without question.
6. Women are Hram's gift to men. Woman must serve men faithfully. Men must protect and cherish their women
7. To live in harmony and cooperation with all people is to love Hram.
8. Cleanliness is essentials. The flesh is the gift of Hram. One must respect the body through healthy living and cleanliness.
9. Purity of self is essential. Followers of Hram must not pollute their bodies with spoiled meat, moldy bread, spoiled wine or any other imperfection.
10. Hramish priests are forbidden to drink alcohol in any form.
11. Hramish priests are fobidden to touch the color red. It is the color of blood, suffering and death.

Because the Hramish faith stresses the fate of all things, the faithful of Hram are very accepting. If bad luck befalls them, it is seen as simply "Hram's Will".

Hramish priests always greet each other by kissing one another on the cheek.

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