Kunwidya - Revision history

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History

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	==History==		==History==
		+	===Potential origins in Hiyaha===
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		+	===Unification of Wadiin and the Prophet===
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		+	===Spread===
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		+	===Modern distribution and discrimination===

	==Main denominations==		==Main denominations==

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	==Culture==		==Culture==

−	== See also ==	+	==See also==

	* [[Kunwidya in Western Ashnan]]		* [[Kunwidya in Western Ashnan]]

−	[[Category:Kunwidya]][[Category:Wadiin]][[Category:Religions]]	+	[[Category:Kunwidya]][[Category:Wadiin]][[Category:Religions]][[Category:Huo]]

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	===Burials===		===Burials===
−	Followers of Kunwidya practice sky burials, leaving the body to decompose atop high elevations. Burials typically take place atop a designated burial ground, or in structures dedicated to the burial of the dead, called [[Muduwa\|Mūḍuwa]]. Muduwa are often managed by those who specialize in burial of the dead, in accordance with the guidelines laid out by the Experts (in Wadiin specifically). Burials must be preceded by a variety of purification rituals to prepare the body for burial. Typically, salts are sprinkled upon the body by a holy man or family member, and the hands of the body are tied and bound to covering the face. A group of people, either the family or those trained in the disposal of the dead, will then perform the Journey, precessing around the body. The body is then left exposed in a designated area. If the body is interred in a Muduwa, the remaining bones are often burned, and the ashes disposed atop a mountain or high area. These rituals are believed to purify the body of sin, and to prepare it for its formlessness among Widya’s realm. Those who decompose without funerary rites are considered to have been condemned to the realm of the abyss or purgatory.	+	Followers of Kunwidya practice sky burials, leaving the body to decompose atop high elevations. Burials typically take place atop a designated burial ground, or in structures dedicated to the burial of the dead, called [[Muduwa\|Mūḍuwa]]. Muduwa are often managed by those who specialize in burial of the dead, in accordance with the guidelines laid out by the Experts (in Wadiin specifically). Burials must be preceded by a variety of purification rituals to prepare the body for burial. Typically, salts are sprinkled upon the body by a holy man or family member, and the hands of the body are tied and bound, covering the face. A group of people, either the family or those trained in the disposal of the dead, will then perform the Journey, precessing around the body. The body is then left exposed in a designated area. If the body is interred in a Muduwa, the remaining bones are often burned, and the ashes disposed atop a mountain or high area. These rituals are believed to purify the body of sin, and to prepare it for its formlessness among Widya’s realm. Those who decompose without funerary rites are considered to have been condemned to the realm of the abyss or purgatory.

	==Texts==		==Texts==

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Beliefs

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	{{main\|Widya}}		{{main\|Widya}}
	Widya, being the personification of the wind and of the sky, is completely incomprehensible in form. There is no correct portrayal or idea of Widya, and is physically unable to be understood. The moral teachings of Widya however, are completely comprehensible to humanity, and thus should guide humanity wherever possible.		Widya, being the personification of the wind and of the sky, is completely incomprehensible in form. There is no correct portrayal or idea of Widya, and is physically unable to be understood. The moral teachings of Widya however, are completely comprehensible to humanity, and thus should guide humanity wherever possible.
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		+	===Guiding philosophy===
		+	The core philosophy of Kunwidya is the adherence to the teachings of Widya. Adherence to the word of Widya guarantees freedom and a lighter soul, while sin weighs the soul down. Following death and the releasing of the soul, those who are free will join Widya in the sky, and those who are sinful shall sink into the ocean. Generally Kunwidya favors the virtues of charity, honesty, kinship, and loyalty. Sinful actions generally include gluttony (overindulgence), greed, trickery, familial violence, and murder.

	==Practices==		==Practices==

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	==Practices==		==Practices==
−	Followers of Kunwidya engage in various ceremonies and festivals to affirm their faith in Widya, and to protect the mortal world from sin.	+	Followers of Kunwidya engage in various ceremonies and festivals to affirm their faith in Widya, and to protect the mortal world from sin. Prayers are typically held in a Dyathunu, but should one not be available, one may also pray alone.

	===The Journey===		===The Journey===
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	===The Listening===		===The Listening===
−	The Listening (Wadiin: ?) is the Kunwidya practice of submitting one’s self to Widya and Widya’s will. It is typically performed after the Journey, but may also be done independently. Followers of Kunwidya typically kneel down, with their hands together covering their face, and sit in silence. It is preferred to keep decent distance between followers, so as not to disturb each other. This ceremony mimics the enlightenment of the Prophet to the will of Widya. By sitting in silence with one’s other senses dulled, one may more readily hear the air and the wind rushing, and thus listen to the will of Widya. There is no set length to this practice, though some devout ascetics may spend hours engaging in the Listening without interruption. Disturbing individuals engaging in this is considered to be extremely taboo, even if for important reasons.	+	The Listening (Wadiin: ?) is the Kunwidya practice of submitting one’s self to Widya and Widya’s will. It is typically performed after the Journey, but may also be done independently. Followers of Kunwidya typically kneel down, with their hands together covering their face, and sit in silence. It is preferred to keep decent distance between followers, so as not to disturb each other. This ceremony mimics the enlightenment of the Prophet to the will of Widya. By sitting in silence with one’s other senses dulled, one may more readily hear the air and the wind rushing, and thus listen to the will of Widya. There is no set length to this practice, though some devout ascetics may spend hours engaging in the Listening without interruption. Disturbing individuals engaging in this is considered to be extremely taboo, even if for important reasons. If one is unable to pray in a Dyathunu, it is considered acceptable to engage in the Listening on one's own.

	===Dyathunu===		===Dyathunu===

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	{{Kunwidya}}		{{Kunwidya}}
−	{{Distinguish\|Orthodox Kunwidya}}	+	{{Distinguish\|text = [[Orthodox Kunwidya]], a denomination of the broader religion of Kunwidya}}

	'''Kunwidya''' is a monotheistic religion that originates from the island of [[Wadiin]], mainly teaching that [[Jisan Wigun\|the Prophet]] is the holy messenger of God ([[Widya]].) It is the largest{{citation needed}} religion on [[Jotunnheim]] with X followers.		'''Kunwidya''' is a monotheistic religion that originates from the island of [[Wadiin]], mainly teaching that [[Jisan Wigun\|the Prophet]] is the holy messenger of God ([[Widya]].) It is the largest{{citation needed}} religion on [[Jotunnheim]] with X followers.

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	===Dyathunu===		===Dyathunu===
	A [[Dyathunu]] is a Kunwidya place of worship. The structure typically consists of a large central circular open-air courtyard, with various halls branching off of it. Dyathunus may vary in size and function, some may contain library halls and places of study, while others may be entire military complexes. Higher locations are preferred, so many often lie upon hills or the sides of mountains. Depending on weather conditions and the complexity of the Dyathunu, the courtyard may be veiled with a large tarp, with bellows placed about to give the impression of wind.		A [[Dyathunu]] is a Kunwidya place of worship. The structure typically consists of a large central circular open-air courtyard, with various halls branching off of it. Dyathunus may vary in size and function, some may contain library halls and places of study, while others may be entire military complexes. Higher locations are preferred, so many often lie upon hills or the sides of mountains. Depending on weather conditions and the complexity of the Dyathunu, the courtyard may be veiled with a large tarp, with bellows placed about to give the impression of wind.
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		+	===Burials===
		+	Followers of Kunwidya practice sky burials, leaving the body to decompose atop high elevations. Burials typically take place atop a designated burial ground, or in structures dedicated to the burial of the dead, called [[Muduwa\|Mūḍuwa]]. Muduwa are often managed by those who specialize in burial of the dead, in accordance with the guidelines laid out by the Experts (in Wadiin specifically). Burials must be preceded by a variety of purification rituals to prepare the body for burial. Typically, salts are sprinkled upon the body by a holy man or family member, and the hands of the body are tied and bound to covering the face. A group of people, either the family or those trained in the disposal of the dead, will then perform the Journey, precessing around the body. The body is then left exposed in a designated area. If the body is interred in a Muduwa, the remaining bones are often burned, and the ashes disposed atop a mountain or high area. These rituals are believed to purify the body of sin, and to prepare it for its formlessness among Widya’s realm. Those who decompose without funerary rites are considered to have been condemned to the realm of the abyss or purgatory.

	==Texts==		==Texts==

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	==Practices==		==Practices==
		+	Followers of Kunwidya engage in various ceremonies and festivals to affirm their faith in Widya, and to protect the mortal world from sin.
		+
		+	===The Journey===
		+	The Journey ([[Wadiin language\|Wadiin]]: ?) is the Kunwidya practice of affirming the words of Widya. It is typically performed as the first act of prayer, although may be performed independently outside this context. Typically lead by one who is approved as being proficiently knowledgeable on Kunwidya theology, having memorized the Zununubyi; it consists of a reading of the section of the Zununubyi, followed by a procession around an area while chanting that section. The procession can be done in any manner, so long as it is perceived sufficiently length-wise. Doing so mimics the journeys of the Prophet across Wadiin during the [[Unification of Wadiin]]. Processions may even stray outside the Dyathunu, wandering into nearby towns or other areas.
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		+	===The Listening===
		+	The Listening (Wadiin: ?) is the Kunwidya practice of submitting one’s self to Widya and Widya’s will. It is typically performed after the Journey, but may also be done independently. Followers of Kunwidya typically kneel down, with their hands together covering their face, and sit in silence. It is preferred to keep decent distance between followers, so as not to disturb each other. This ceremony mimics the enlightenment of the Prophet to the will of Widya. By sitting in silence with one’s other senses dulled, one may more readily hear the air and the wind rushing, and thus listen to the will of Widya. There is no set length to this practice, though some devout ascetics may spend hours engaging in the Listening without interruption. Disturbing individuals engaging in this is considered to be extremely taboo, even if for important reasons.
		+
		+	===Dyathunu===
		+	A [[Dyathunu]] is a Kunwidya place of worship. The structure typically consists of a large central circular open-air courtyard, with various halls branching off of it. Dyathunus may vary in size and function, some may contain library halls and places of study, while others may be entire military complexes. Higher locations are preferred, so many often lie upon hills or the sides of mountains. Depending on weather conditions and the complexity of the Dyathunu, the courtyard may be veiled with a large tarp, with bellows placed about to give the impression of wind.

	==Texts==		==Texts==

Marie at 05:37, 27 September 2024

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		+	{{Infobox religion
		+	\| icon = Kunwidya Blackletter Symbol.png
		+	\| icon_width = 50px
		+	\| icon_alt =
		+	\| name = Kunwidya
		+	\| native_name = Kūnwīḍyā
		+	\| native_name_lang =
		+	\| image =
		+	\| imagewidth =
		+	\| alt =
		+	\| caption =
		+	\| abbreviation =
		+	\| type = [[Wikipedia:Universal religion\|Universal religion]]
		+	\| main_classification = [[Dun religions\|Dun]]
		+	\| orientation =
		+	\| scripture = [[Zununubyi]]
		+	\| theology = Monotheistic
		+	\| area =
		+	\| language =
		+	\| liturgy =
		+	\| headquarters =
		+	\| territory =
		+	\| possessions =
		+	\| founder = [[Jisan Wigun\|The Prophet]]
		+	\| founded_date = 3818 CY (30 AE)
		+	\| founded_place = [[Wadiin]]
		+	\| separated_from = [[Hiyaha]]
		+	\| members = <!-- or \| number_of_followers = -->
		+	\| ministers_type =
		+	\| ministers =
		+	\| missionaries =
		+	\| churches =
		+	}}
	{{Kunwidya}}		{{Kunwidya}}
	{{Distinguish\|Orthodox Kunwidya}}		{{Distinguish\|Orthodox Kunwidya}}