Estavan School

== Estavani Tradition (Meat Hammer Sect/Vasion School) ==
Estavan (Or Orthodoxy) is a religious school of thought in Vasion, it holds in the philosophy of the Meat Hammer, and the teaching that some (not all) religions are from the same deity to guide others to his way alone. In this school of thought, it goes to prove the unity of of believers of one creator being who made them and the entire universe combined. In order to be tested as such whether they are worthy of His mercy and kindness, and to bring the creation into light. The school, sect for Meat Hammer, mostly has it's traditions way back to the Patronist Prophet while adopting the valid teachings of Meat Hammer into play. 
=== Teachings ===
==== Belief in One Deity ====
In the teachings of the school. The followers believe that the creator has sent many prophets to the people, to guide them to the oneness of Hesto based on their traditions and mother languages being spoken. It may be so that a religious tradition is different in practice and belief, this might cause confusion to the masses. So the Deacon Mikelo made rulings whether if a religion would be considered another tradition of monotheism or a foreign religion.
# They must have the belief of a single deity, a creator deity.
# If there are prophets or founders mentioned in the faith.
# And what are their main values and teachings.
Some religions are based on philosophies, if the philosophies match with the religion then this practice is considered a tradition. However, if the religion is polytheistic, there is no way for them to be a match with the school of thought or to be any of the monotheistic faiths, and is considred a foreign religion not taught by the creator. There are religions whom worship demonic entities which are considered gods or equals to the creator, are named as demon worshippers and soon to be punished. Sometimes, there are religions which are polytheistic yet have some attributes similar to the creator deity then they are considered misguided.
==== Teachings of Vasion and Meat Hammer ====
In Meat Hammer, there are certain descriptions mentioned in the faith which is valid in the teachings of Vasion. Although they do not see any divine figure to worship, the philosophy they follow is but equal with the Attributes of Hesto. Hammer is equal to Mastery, where both is mostly practiced and followed by those who hold the sword, book, and pen. Meat and Generosity is mostly practiced by the working forces of society and accompanying it with kindness. All these beliefs can be enhanced by an individual to reach their potential spiritual connection with Hesto. Both religions can follow this school/sect whether they are from Vasion or from Meat Hammer as this is another interpretation of two faiths combined. This sect is approved by Deacon Mikelo, and Queegharious, whom he based it on what the Patronist Prophet had taught him.
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== The Canon of Balance ==
Balance is an essential corner stone. A person sees the balance and discipline in taking in both canons. When one uses the canons of Meat and Hammer, they shall achieve greater skills and goodness for practicing both paths. In choosing a path has no restriction in the Meat Hammer in pursuing higher levels of enlightenment. This also applies to Vasion, when a worshipper takes in both Mastery and Generosity, the creator Hesto shall bless them with skills and achievements that they have not accounted before. These interpretations are based on the Estavan School.
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== Practices and beliefs ==
=== Prayers and Sacrifices ===
Although it stems from the philosophy of The Order of The Meathammer, it's practices in prayers, sacrifices and worship is mostly from the tradition of Vasion. Strickly, one's abilities and skills are the repayments that they can offer to Hesto if one does not have the means of offerings, since Hesto is not in much need of it, however a believer may show great devotion they can sacrifice animals, crops, or anything of high value. Prayer are done is secret in one's own chamber or room, in front of small altars, or in tamples design for worship. Good acts and remembering the favors of Hesto is considered a vital act of worship in the school as this shows that a believer is strong in their faith. Statues of Hesto or any depiction of the creator is forbidden as this constitutes idolatry. Except through symbolism (The Hammer, Altars, Imgars (Small temples), and Guiding Stones) and Guiding Stones.
===== Guiding Stones =====
Are stones placed infront of an altar, prayer room, or any place rendered as a worship site. These stones are only used to guide the person into prayer away from distraction, making them more focus on worshipping Hesto sincerly. These stones are two blocks tall with a stone button placed on top and it can be of any variety of stones as long as it is colored grey, not white or any fancy material. It is believed that arrogance will brew if the stones are white or expensive causing the prayer to be rejected by Hesto.
You can find the two religions here:
Meat Hammer: The Order of The Meathammer
Vasion: Vasion
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