Concisus Numinism
| Concisus Numinism | |
 The Mithraeum of the Shattered God Olim concisus, nunc resarciō | |
| Realms |
none |
| Elders | |
| Broken Prophet | Gilbert Norrel nobody nobody |
| Mithraea | |
Contents
Introduction
Olim concisus, nunc resarciō - Once broken, now mended.
Concisus Numinis is dedicated to many things. We are dedicated to a single divine purpose that can be pursued in many ways; philosophy, living a life of virtue, strengthening the Faith and uniting the banners of men chief among them. We embrace all approaches to life in accordance with the Duality of reality, but our purpose is identical and resolute.
At its core, Concisus Numinis is about acknowledging that the fabric of reality is divided: first between Good and Evil, who are in eternal conflict, and within good itself, creating all things.
The Synagogue
As you enter the synagogue, a few things appear before you. The entire synagogue is covered in art, from murals to paintings but especially stained glasswork, often depicting the creation of the universe, the passage of time, as well as a number of abstract shapes representing "perfection". There are no seats or benches, but only a small raised platform toward the end of the synagogue where priests would go to sermon. Depending on the time of day and the location of the synagogue, faithful are often praying to their own idols, to artwork, or towards the end of the synagogue. Numinian prayer is a silent affair except during sermons where there is much chanting and singing.
Symbolism
Main Article: Symbolism
A number of symbols are used to communicate ideas or theology in Concisus Numinis. The symbol of the synagogue - provided beside this article - is the Broken Circle, in which a circle is cut into two (representing the creation of the Duality), with a sun reigning above and a moon below to represent Time, the catalyst for the shattering.
Beliefs
Main Article: Our Beliefs
Our beliefs encompass what we understand as the Origins of Reality, the Essence of the World, the Duality, the Nature of Evil, and the Afterlife. Implicit within our beliefs is a strict code of ethics that emphasizes order and absolute morality.
Traditions
Main Article: Our Traditions
A number of traditions usually followed by Numinans, from the prohibition of alcohol, the allowance of concubinage, marriage rites, the enforcement of modesty, and holidays.
Revelations
Main Article: The Nature of Revelations
God communicates to mankind in a number of ways. All men with new revelations may be accepted before the Holy Synod, but others may be judged as heretics or servants of Evil and put to death. It is important to distinguish between revelation and false prophecy.
Hierarchy
Main Article: Hierarchy of the Synagogue
The hierarchy of the Synagogue is structured in a symbolic way; it starts with a division, symbolizing the beginning of time and the creation of the Duality, and it ends with a reunification, representing one possible outcome of the end of days.
