Numeri Religion

Numerians Worship the Fundamental Numbers that make up reality.
The story of "0" creating the numbers is extremely important to the faith but the existence of gods is never confirmed by the faith or denied by the faith. It is always down to the individual to decide if there are or are not gods.
== The Numerian Creation Myth: ==
"0" was the first, and it existed before time and space. 
"It" was not alive, but merely an idea, a concept. 
"1" was the first True and holy number. It was the first thing created by "0", a being without form, eternal and without end. 
"1" was perfect and unchanging, and eternal. "0" loved "1" "0" loved "1" so much that it decided that it would make more numbers, of all different kinds of things, so that there would always be more stuff to love "1" for. And so the first numbers were created, starting with 
"1" was a line, a straight, finite thing that never changed. in "1" is embodied all that is, ever was, and will be. The first number. 
"2" was a circle, a bounded thing that could be measured in two dimensions. It is the universe from which all other things come. 
" 3" was a kind of jaggedy polygon, with all sides equal. It is the number of dimensions in which space can exist. 
"4" was a square, with four sides. In "4" is all things solid and strong all things draw their strength from "4". 
"5" was a perfect five-pointed star, with five sides and five points made up of 5 finite lines. It represents the heavens and the five senses. 
"6" was a kind of hexagonal shape, with six sides. 
"7" was a perfect seven-pointed star, with seven sides and a single point at the centre. It represents the community and the mind. 
"8" was an octagon made up of eight equal lines connecting eight equal points. It represents the universe and the gods. 
"9" was a numeral nine, with no attributes. It represents the unknown. 
"π" was the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. It represents perfection and infinity. 
"0" saw its creations were good, and without flaws, but "0" wanted more. It was lonely. So, "0" decided it would create more things, different kinds of things, so that "1" would never get lonely. So "0" modified the nature of the void to allow the numbers of power to interact in specific and unique ways. Thus were born the forces of existence. 
"1" became Infinite, for "0" loved "1" so much that it gave it everything. 
"2" became Form, for in a space without dimensions, there could be nothing without shape. 
"3" became Order, for all things must have a pattern. 
"4" became Matter, for in patterns there is form, and in form there is existence. 
"5" became Energy, for in a space with dimensions, there is a boundary beyond which is nothing. 
"6" became Time, for all things must have a direction, a purpose. 
"7" became Mind, for in a place of order, patterns can be understood. 
"8" The Structure of the Universe, expanding the infinitely small universe into a space with dimensions. 
"9" Nothingness, the lack of any and all dimensions. "0" became The Void, an unshaped, unlimited space of energy and possibility. 
"π" became Life, a collection of immensely complex equations that create living organisms. in an endless combination of things. 
"0" saw that in this new material world, the numbers of power could interact in certain ways, and modify the nature of reality. "0" no longer held sway over the nature of reality and retreated into the recesses of the void.
== Rites, Rituals, and Ceremonies ==
There are many Rites, Rituals, and Ceremonies the Numeri follow. Here they are documented.
All Numerian rites and rituals must have an even number of priests present and a Diviner or Numerite to Officiate the ceremony.
=== Addition (Marriage) ===
The Diviner or Numeri and Priests stand in a line, and the couple stands behind them. 
The Officiating Diviner or Numeri makes the sign of the number one, and then says, "By order we create." 
The Officiating Priests begin to chant, "Two things, coming together, to form an ordered whole." As they chant, they raise their hands in the air, holding the fingers of one hand outstretched, and the fingers of the other clenched. 
As the chant ends, Two Priests move toward the couple, holding their hands out in front of them with their heads bowed. They stand before the couple, and the Diviner says, "With this, we create a bond, unbreakable by any force." 
The other priests nod. 
The Officiating Diviner says, "With this bond, the order of life shall endure." 
The couple then says "I now join you to form an everlasting union." 
The two priests clasp their hands together, and the other Priests chant, "This joining together, of equals, shall last throughout all eternity." 
Finally, the two Priests bow toward the couple, and turn to face the congregation. They make the sign of the Number two, and say, "By order, we create a bond that shall last through all time." 
The other priests bow to the couple. Each priest then hand the couple a gift. 
A Diamond 
A Chest 
A Gold Coin 
A Silver Coin 
An Emerald 
A Golden Spade 
A Silver Hoe 
A Sugar Cane 
Each gift is given in the following way. The Officiating Diviner holds it out to the couple. One of the priests says, "This gift is given unto you." and hands the gift to the Officiating Diver. He places it in the hands of the Couple and backs away. The Couple then says, "We accept this gift." and hold it between them. This repeats for each gift. 
Finally, the Officiating Diviner says, "With these gifts, we bless your union, and write upon it the power of math." The other priests nod. The Officiating Diviner then says, "May this blessing be upon you always. May it bring you wealth, health, and happiness." The priests bow to the couple, and everyone in the congregation, before dispersing.
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