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The '''Hadina''' is a Phoenic religious institution devoted to the worship of [[Vaisha]], goddess of magic and war in Phoenic mythology. It is one of the largest religious institutions in [[Teresis]]. It is headed by the ''uma'' (lit. "mother"). | The '''Hadina''' is a Phoenic religious institution devoted to the worship of [[Vaisha]], goddess of magic and war in Phoenic mythology. It is one of the largest religious institutions in [[Teresis]]. It is headed by the ''uma'' (lit. "mother"). | ||
The Hadina often works closely with the [[Saphora]], the "state church" of Phoena. Although it is not a requirement, anointment by the uma | The Hadina often works closely with the [[Saphora]], the "state church" of Phoena. Although it is not a requirement, anointment by the uma is understood to be the most significant sign of legitimacy for new kings. | ||
The Hadina is sometimes compared with the [[Sanctuary]], but this is misleading. Whereas the Sanctuary is a hierarchal, bureaucratic organization, the Hadina is decentralized and composed of autocephalous temples. Moreover, the uma, unlike the matria, wields no direct political power. Even when Vaishan militias periodically spring up, it is debatable how much direct control the uma has over them. | The Hadina is sometimes compared with the [[Sanctuary]], but this is misleading. Whereas the Sanctuary is a hierarchal, bureaucratic organization, the Hadina is decentralized and composed of autocephalous temples. Moreover, the uma, unlike the matria, wields no direct political power. Even when Vaishan militias periodically spring up, it is debatable how much direct control the uma has over them. | ||
Revision as of 18:57, 7 July 2025
| Hadina | |
| Type | Religious institution |
| Leaders | Salysa Aidani |
| Theology | Henotheism (Vaisha-worship) |
| Sacred text | Tears of the Goddess |
| Allies | Saphora |
| Enemies | Casiric Church |
The Hadina is a Phoenic religious institution devoted to the worship of Vaisha, goddess of magic and war in Phoenic mythology. It is one of the largest religious institutions in Teresis. It is headed by the uma (lit. "mother").
The Hadina often works closely with the Saphora, the "state church" of Phoena. Although it is not a requirement, anointment by the uma is understood to be the most significant sign of legitimacy for new kings.
The Hadina is sometimes compared with the Sanctuary, but this is misleading. Whereas the Sanctuary is a hierarchal, bureaucratic organization, the Hadina is decentralized and composed of autocephalous temples. Moreover, the uma, unlike the matria, wields no direct political power. Even when Vaishan militias periodically spring up, it is debatable how much direct control the uma has over them.