Muhadism

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ScriptureDasmud
Language(s)Quomorac Ursha
FounderAbner Mahad
Founded Date1697
Founded locationUrshawabad

Muhadism is a monotheistic religion based on the teachings and leadership of Abner Mahad. Founded out of a basic foundation of Jursanity, founder Abner Mahad claimed he was the second coming of Gabriel Jursan, using this to establish his religious and political kingdom in Urshawabad.

History

The Quomora Tribe was the founding and central tribe in Urshawabad during its first central government in 147. The Quomora were largely disenfranchised and heavily emigrated across Volneria.

Muhadism Essential Beliefs

Abner Mahad began his teachings in 1697, claiming he was the second coming of the Jursan prophet, Gabriel Jursan and that he was the True Prophet. Over the next decade he began sharing his visions and interpretations of how their High King (Elayhu-Shifra), was calling the Quomora tribe was His chosen people and were to rise and rule the holy land of Urshawabad and lead other nations to enlightenment. His visions called for a highly political and military order to bring Elayhu-Shifra's will to the world. Many of Mahad's visions involved random acts of sacrifice and penance to the High King. Mahad being the interpetor, prohet and second coming of Jursan, claims once he reached Malsaeim, the Muhadi heaven. Main themes of Muhadism involve the eternal filth of the world and only once believers follow commands and are cleansed

Muhadism teaches of an eternal filth of the world, of people, and of the natural order of things. Muhadi's turn to the Dasmud (Mahad's teachings in writing, and religious counselors named in his line), as the prophets and interpreters of how those who believe can cleanse themselves in preparation for Malsaeim. This includes various ways to live in obedience and fight natural order of the world which is unpure. They call this Rajmaqat.

The Dasmud claims that while there are descendents of religious counselors that can discern various prophecies, the teachings of Mahad are the truest form of interpretation of the will of the High King, and Mahad himself will be the only interpreter in Malsaeim, serving Elayhu-Shifra as his chief servant and helper.

Heaven and Hell

Muhadists believe the world is eternal damnation and their concept of "hell" is Rajmaqat, or the inherent broken natural order of the world. They claim this pain is the worst to endure and after death a life continues living, growing continuously tired and broken as they relive their lives over and over. Not much is written in the Dasmud about Rajmaqat itself or how they interpret the "reliving of life", but their focus is on the desperate need for cleansing. Their heaven and paradise is Malsaeim, a land of glory and bliss. In Malsaeim, the Camuneia (the Saved, the Collective) want for nothing and live in peace and bliss. This idea of wanting for nothing translates to how Muahdists live their lives, free of the nonessential and sacrifice their worldly possessions and blessings in the name of combatting Rajmaqat.

Prayer

Prayer in Muhadism is the clearest way for them to communicate their cleansing journey to the High King. Muhadis are called to live a life in which they sleep few hours and spending the early mornings and late nights in prayer. The morning prayer, Slarmaya, is a solitary preparation and protection prayer. Asking the High King for protection. The evening prayer, Yurshaebia, is very communal. Praying with and for others, praying for guidance, giving thanks, and praying for future cleansing. In communities with a large Muhadist population, buildings are dedicated to this type of communal prayer, typically done within groups of 3-6 people.

Roles of Men and Women

The Dasmud calls on males to be the protector of the faith and battle for salvation. They are the keepers of purity and are called to protect the innocence and cleanliness of women. Women are viewed as purer and are to be honored. The Dasmud calls on families to guide young Muhadists into matrimony and ensure their children are equally paired with a faithful Muhadist. This translates to a high arranged marriage rate in communities with a large Muhadi population. Sexuality is a clear expression of fertility and expanding faith and salvation through children. Sex outside of marriage is strictly forbidden in Muhadism.

Role of Urshawabad and the Holy Nation

Muhadists believe that Urshawabad is the beacon of light for the faith, for believers, and has been blessed by the High King. They believe that Urshawabad therefore must play a role in the world to expand their holy influence. Muhadists believe in a political, social, and economic nationstate that is holistically dedicated to expanding Muhadism. A belief for which they will die in battle for.

Proliferation

By 1723 Muhadism was a dominant religion in Urshawabad.