Creed of the Sky-King

Monotheism

Sky-King, World-Father, The Foreteller

Divine Interaction: in response to some prayers

Involves: many symbols

Afterlife: alternate realm, cannot be reached by the living

Supernatural: angry ghosts, witchcraft (folk magic)

Worship: solidary or family worship

Holidays: few

Holidays Celebrate: past miracles, full moons, the equinoxes

Major Holiday(s): often include exchanges of gifts

Clergy: both genders

Function: missionaries, ceremonial leaders

Lifestyle: monastic

Family: somewhat small

Chosen: via divine revelation

Distinguished By: special jewelry

Cultural Aspects

Symbol: 20-pointed star inside a circle

Holy Color: orange

Passed Down: via many holy books with much commentary

Creation Myth Type: dismemberment

Mortals' Origin: light

Deadly Sins: none

High Virtues: responsibility, chastity, faith and kindness

Coming of Age: 19 years old

Coming of Age Rite: involves cleansing

Marriage: can involve up to eight people

Marriage Rites: involve celebrations that last for days

Death Rites: involve cremation