Neerakei

A Kyrolid goddess of fire, Neerakei is one of the patron deities that the Kyrolid royal family made popular throughout the nation and its surrounding territories. Though worship of Neerakei has become increasingly rare, she is still a fairly well-known goddess.
==Appearance==
Neerakei's appearance is said to be that of a phoenix -- a bird whose very feathers are aflame with vibrant reds and golds. She has a long flowing tail that dislodges sparks with every movement she makes, and her talons are as black as coals. She has a crest of fire atop her head that gives off a strong light, even brighter than the sun if she wills it.
==Religion==
Worship of Neerakei is organized around three concepts: Neben (life), Balak (death), and Mastirung (renewal).
Neben is the idea that all life is precious and ought to be cherished; in a sense, it is the warmth and light of a flame, granting peace and comfort to those who draw near. But just as a fire can devour everything if left unchecked, life must be lived in moderation. As such, Neerakei's worshipers tend to be strict on obeying laws and regulations, which are provided to keep everyone in check.
Balak is the idea that death is inevitable, so life must be lived accordingly. Worshipers of Neerakei are encouraged not to mourn death, but to focus on what the deceased accomplished in life. What was left behind is more important than what is no longer there. Funeral pyres, unsurprisingly, are common among worshipers of Neerakei.
Mastirung is the idea that in death, there is life. A forest burned to the ground in a wildfire will eventually grow back, and the trees that survived the fire will be stronger than those that did not. From the ashes of death, there will be life once more.
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