Difference between revisions of "Alethkar"

Alethela survived the Desolations, but fell under the sway of the [[Hierocracy]] some point after the Recreance. This was occurredpossible as religion permeated every aspect of life and Ardents were allowed to own poperty and political office, and were seen as the only figures capable of interpreting scripture. This allowed them to, at some point, overthrow the power of the government and make themselves into a powerful theocracy, claiming the divine right to rule over mankind.{{book ref|sa3|34}} They further controlled the populace through their access to information, both religious and secular.{{book ref|sa2|3}}