Aristoi Atamarism
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Aristoi Atamarism was founded in Washford on February 2nd, 2007 by Prophet Aeryn, Countess of Washford, Marshal of the Army of Suville. The followers of Aristoi Atamarism are referred to as the Aristoi, and their numbers grew quickly in their first few weeks. Many temples dedicated to Aristoi Atamarism were constructed in Abington in a very short period of time, most especially in the duchies of Suville and Narville. The temple in Suville was itself enlarged several times and has become the main temple of the Aristoi. New temples are being constructed regularly, and the priests of Aristoi Atamarism are welcomed throughout the realm of Abington.
ό Μέτριος
The religious text of Aristoi Atamarism is ό Μέτριος (which translates into modern Abingtonian as "The Meter"), and it contains all the teachings of Aristoi Atamarism. While The Meter is a very esoteric text, all of the Aristoi agree that their number one priority is the general good and welfare of Abington and its people. In this, Aristoi Atamarism is unique, or at least a rarity, among the religions of the world, for they value their realm more than they do their own religion. Where most religions preach loyalty and obedience to their faith, the Aristoi preach loyalty and obedience to Abington. Another unique feature is that the Aristoi believe that all the nobles of Abington, regardless of their religious affiliation, are "chosen", whereas most other religions believe that only their own followers are. However, that does not mean the the Aristoi believe that Abington is the only realm of merit. Any realm that is allied with Abington is also valued by the Aristoi. On the other hand, any official state religion of a realm at war with Abington will automatically be considered evil by the Aristoi.
Structure
The Meter is divided into two testaments, each of which are further divided into four books (the last three books have not been translated yet).
- The First Testament
- The Book of Genesis - Introduces the four "gods", and accounts for the creation of the world.
- The Book of Exodus - Continues the creation of the world, and accounts for the greatness of Abington.
- The Gospel of Pragma - The knowledge given to the Abingtonians by Pragma, including the Commandment of Justice.
- The Gospel of Kalos - The knowledge given to the Abingtonians by Kalos, including the Commandment of Harmony.
- The Middle Testament
- The Metacallisto, Part 1 - Introduces the Prophet, and the first part of the prophecy.
- The Metacallisto, Part 2 - Concludes the prophecy, and reveals that the Abingtonians are "The Chosen People".
- Letter to the Carelians - A dialogue between the Prophet and an unnamed Carelian, an ally of Abington.
- Letter to the Ashlanteans - A dialogue between the Prophet and an unnamed Ashlantean, an enemy of Abington
- The Last Testament
- The Last Testament is prophecized to be inspired by the gods upon the arrival of the Messiah. Since the Messiah has not presented herself yet, what is revealed in the Last Testament is still unknown.
Interpretations
The following nobles have written interpretations of The Meter. (Click on their names to view their interpretations.)
| Continent | Atamara |
| Founder | Aeryn Arete |
| Main Temple | Suville, Abington |
| Temples | 9 |
| Followers | ca. 40900 commoners |
| Noble Followers | 21 nobles |
| Priests | 4 |
| Shrines | 5 |
