Yizanism

Yizanism is a philosophy founded by Yizawan Eliyawin-Nuwan. It is heavily influenced by teachings of Arternaia. It is the state philosophy of Anglunia, one that explores human values and instructs those who follow it how to live life. Important values are the balance between chaos and order, personal ethics, acting in self-preservation and the love of all things. It is represented by a double ouroboros, the two snakes representing chaotic energy (Xa'ava) and order energy (Thae'ava). Its teachings are written in The Teachings of Yizawan (al'Tusyye nei Yizawan), written by Yizawan Eliyawin-Nuwan in 219 TE.
== Core Tenets ==
# Find balance between the chaos and order of life.
# Accept the Xa’ava (chaos), use the Thae’ava (order) to combat it.
# Always act in self-preservation, whenever you can.
# Love the gods, love the earths, love the other. 
# As a person, be honourable toward yourself and others.
== Core Philosophy ==
=== Chaos & Order ===
Yizanism handles the balance between things we cannot control, namely chaotic energy or Xa'ava, opposing the things we do control, order energy of Thae'ava. These two encircling serpents are what engulf the world in a massive circle of energy, deciding all things. To lead a fulfilling life, one must use their Thae'ava to combat the Xa'ava and live the life they choose to live. The chaotic energy must be accepted, namely death and misfortune. These things are seen as a natural part of life and in order to live fulfillingly, one must accept these things.
=== Self-Preservation & Purpose ===
People must act in self-preservation as much as possible. This is not a selfish ideal, as kindness is also seen as a weapon for self-preservation. 'Kindness is a weapon. One that does not hurt, but is effective all the same.' as written in the Teachings of Yizawan. One must create and be remembered, leave behind love and things that will be remembered after their death. Purpose can be found in the other, too.
=== Universal Love ===
All things, the earths, the other, the gods, must be loved. Creations of the gods are seen as holy. Life is a creation of the gods, so all living things are holy. Thus, the chaotic energy must be accepted and even loved to continue living a fulfilling life. One who cannot accept the chaos of life cannot lead a fulfilling life.
=== Ethics ===
Pride and apathy are great sins. Pride is the ignorance of the gods, the chaotic energy, and ultimately leads to death. Apathy is the lack of order, and without order one cannot lead any life. Honour is an important trait in Yizanism. Greed is a neutral trait, and must be felt in moderation. Too much greed can lead to excessive order in life, which will lead to a lack of appreciation of it. Too little greed and one will merely feel apathy.
Category:Anglunia
Category:Traveler's Era