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'''Austrism''' is a religion often worshipped by the [[Idris|Idrian]] people on [[Nalthis]]. In it, people worship a god named '''Austre'''. He is often called "God of Colors".{{book ref|wb|1}}
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'''Austrism''' is a monotheistic religion centered around a god named '''Austre''', practiced by the [[Idris|Idrian]] people on [[Nalthis]]. Austre is often called "God of Colors".{{book ref|wb|1}}
   
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Austre is usually referred to with a male pronoun. Since Endowment is female, it is likely that Austere was based on one of the Returned.{{wob ref|date=2015-10-13|6590|Shadows of Self Lansing signing}} Before the [[Manywar]] and the exile of the Royal family, people of [[Hallandren]] also used to worship him.{{book ref|wb|15}}
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Austre is not [[Endowment]],{{wob ref|6590}} and his true identity (if any) is unknown. Before the [[Manywar]] and the exile of the royal family, he was also worshipped in [[Hallandren]].{{book ref|wb|15}}
   
 
== Teachings ==
  
== Teachings ==
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According to the Austrism, Austre commands the [[Returned]] to come back to life, and gives [[Breath]] to humanity.
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According to the doctrine of Austrism, Austre commands the Returned to come back to life, and gives [[Breath]] to humanity.{{book ref|wb|15}}
   
 
The fundamental tenets of the religion are called the [[Five Visions]].{{book ref|wb|13}} These are the visions had by [[Vo]], the First [[Returned]], before he died.{{book ref|wb|20}}
 
The fundamental tenets of the religion are called the [[Five Visions]].{{book ref|wb|13}} These are the visions had by [[Vo]], the First [[Returned]], before he died.{{book ref|wb|20}}
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One of the Visions includes the following line:
 
 
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|I saw men who placed themselves above others, and I saw them cast down
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|I saw men who placed themselves above others, and I saw them cast down.
 
|A quote from one of [[Vo]]'s [[Five Visions]]{{book ref|wb|13}}
  
|A quote from one of [[Vo]]'s [[Five Visions]]{{book ref|wb|13}}
 
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The Visions teach the virtues of humility, sacrifice and seeing another's problems before your own.{{book ref|wb|40}} They teach that no man man should try to put oneself above the others, and that Austre regards all people equally.{{book ref|wb|19}}
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The Visions teach the virtues of humility, sacrifice and seeing another's problems before your own.{{book ref|wb|40}} They teach that no person should try to put oneself above others, and that Austre regards all people equally.{{book ref|wb|19}} Acting ostentatiously, rejecting people because of their sins, and flaunting one's talents{{book ref|wb|27}} are seen as sins.{{book ref|wb|19}}{{book ref|wb|20}} Austrism also teaches that there is nothing wrong with feelings, but drawing attention to yourself with them is wrong.{{book ref|wb|1}}
   
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Austrism, as practiced by [[Idrian]]s, considers Breaths to be intimately linked to human souls. For that reason followers of Austre consider holding the [[Breath]]s of others to be a sin, and using them to [[Awakening|Awaken]] to be an even greater sin.{{book ref|wb|13}} However, [[Vasher]] states that such intolerance toward Awakening only emerged after the [[Manywar]].{{book ref|wb|40}}
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Acting ostentatiously, rejecting people because of their sins and flaunting one's talents were seen as sins.{{book ref|wb|19}}{{book ref|wb|20}}
  
   
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Terminating pregnancies is seen as a sin.{{book ref|wb|34}}
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Austrin teachings also say there was nothing wrong with feelings, but drawing attention to yourself with them is wrong.{{book ref|wb|1}}
  
   
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== Austre ==
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Austrism, as practiced by [[Idrian]]s considers Breaths to be intimately linked to the human souls. For that reason Austre followers consider holding the [[Breath]]s of others to be a sin, and using them to Awaken to be an even greater sin. However, [[Vasher]] states that such intolerance toward [[Awakening]] only emerged after the [[Manywar]].{{book ref|wb|40}}
  
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|He’s more of a force. You know, the thing that watches over all people, who punishes those who don’t do what is right and who blesses those who are worthy.
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|[[Siri]] explaining the concept of Austre to [[Susebron]]{{book ref|wb|29}}
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Austre is the only god of the monotheistic religion of Austrism.{{book ref|wb|29}} He is often referred to as the "God of Colors."{{book ref|wb|4}} Austre is not [[Endowment]]{{wob ref|6590}}; it is unknown if he is a real being or not.
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==Monks==
  
   
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Monks of Austrism (also called Idrian monks) are supposed to be the most pious and least ostentatious of Idrians.{{book ref|wb|44}} They are required to shear their hair off and to wear white robes.{{book ref|wb|2}} It is seen as a duty in Idris to provide at least one child for the monasteries (especially among noble or rich families), as it is against the Five Visions to be selfish, even with their own blood.{{book ref|wb|2}} Idrian monks do not get locked in a monastery--they can leave at any time{{book ref|wb|44}}--and they provide services for the needy in Idris.
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While male pronouns are used to reference Austre, he is not seen as a person, but instead, as an invisible karmic force that watches over all people.{{book ref|wb|29}} Despite being viewed as a force, he is often given human descriptions, such as colorful eyes.{{book ref|wb|9}} He is said to have emotion and to be able to be pleased or displeased with someone's actions.{{book ref|wb|4}} Followers of Austrism believe he regards all humans, regardless of their societal status, as equals.{{book ref|wb|19}}
   
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He is believed to make all living things, and to put them in their proper place better than any human could.{{book ref|wb|1}}{{book ref|wb|29}} He is also said to give people their personalities{{book ref|wb|1}} and their talents.{{book ref|wb|27}} Austrism holds that he sends the [[Returned]] back to Nalthis as his prophets{{book ref|wb|15}}, and gave Vo the Five Visions.{{book ref|wb|29}}
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[[Brandon]] designed the monks to have duties which were not very religious, and instead were supposed to act as servants to the kingdom's poor in a very formalized way.{{annotation ref|wb|chapter=3-2}} For example, if a man breaks his leg and can't work, a monk will take his place in the job. Occasionally, if a father dies and can't support his family, a monk is permanently assigned to his place at work and provides for that man's family.
 
   
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The [[Idris|Idrians]] believe that Austre watches over them and protects them.{{book ref|wb|2}}{{book ref|wb|4}} They call themselves sons and daughters of Austre.{{book ref|wb|9}}
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Monks are forbidden to own or possess anything themselves, and give everything they have to the people.{{annotation ref|wb|chapter=3-2}} Without the pressure to feed themselves or acquire goods, some monks can be a little lazy. However, many are very diligent, such as [[Fafen]].{{book ref|wb|2}}
  
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== Members of Austrism ==
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* [[Vivenna]]
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* [[Dedelin]]
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* [[Siri]]
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* [[Fafen]]
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* [[Ridger]]
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* [[Parlin]]
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* [[Yarda]]
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* [[Lemex]]
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* [[Rira (character)|Rira]]
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* [[Thame]]
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=== Curses ===
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Almost every Idrian uses Austre's name for a variety of expressions of confusion, shock, and disbelief.
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"For Austre’s sake!"{{book ref|wb|2}}
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"Austre, God of Colors!"{{book ref|wb|4}}{{book ref|wb|6}}{{book ref|wb|10}}
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"What in Austre’s name was that?"{{book ref|wb|10}}{{book ref|wb|11}}
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"Oh, Austre."{{book ref|wb|10}}{{book ref|wb|20}}
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"Oh, God, Lord of Colors!"{{book ref|wb|20}}
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==Monks==
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Monks of Austrism (also called Idrian monks) are supposed to be the most pious and least ostentatious of Idrians.{{book ref|wb|44}} They are required to shear off their hair and wear white robes. It is seen as a duty in Idris to provide at least one child for the monasteries (especially among noble or rich families), as it is against the Five Visions to be selfish, even with one's own blood.{{book ref|wb|2}} Idrian monks do not get locked in a monastery--they can leave at any time{{book ref|wb|44}}--and they provide services for the needy in Idris.
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The monks act as servants to the kingdom's poor in a very formalized way. For example, if a man breaks his leg and can't work, a monk will take his place at his job; the wages earned will still go to the injured man's family. Occasionally, if a father dies, a monk is permanently assigned to his place at work and provides for that man's family.{{wob ref|6032}}
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Monks are forbidden to own or possess anything themselves and give everything they have to the people.{{wob ref|6032}} Without the pressure to feed themselves or acquire goods, some monks can be a little lazy. However, many are very diligent, such as [[Fafen]].{{book ref|wb|2}}
   
 
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== Trivia ==
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Austre may be a very old Returned.{{wob ref|6590}}
   
 
== Notes ==
  
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Latest revision as of 18:36, 19 December 2023

Austrism
Related to Idris
Type Religion
World of Origin Nalthis
Universe Cosmere

Austrism is a monotheistic religion centered around a god named Austre, practiced by the Idrian people on Nalthis. Austre is often called "God of Colors".[1]

Austre is not Endowment,[2] and his true identity (if any) is unknown. Before the Manywar and the exile of the royal family, he was also worshipped in Hallandren.[3]

Teachings[edit]

According to the doctrine of Austrism, Austre commands the Returned to come back to life, and gives Breath to humanity.[3]

The fundamental tenets of the religion are called the Five Visions.[4] These are the visions had by Vo, the First Returned, before he died.[5]

“I saw men who placed themselves above others, and I saw them cast down. ”

—A quote from one of Vo's Five Visions[4]

The Visions teach the virtues of humility, sacrifice and seeing another's problems before your own.[6] They teach that no person should try to put oneself above others, and that Austre regards all people equally.[7] Acting ostentatiously, rejecting people because of their sins, and flaunting one's talents[8] are seen as sins.[7][5] Austrism also teaches that there is nothing wrong with feelings, but drawing attention to yourself with them is wrong.[1]

Austrism, as practiced by Idrians, considers Breaths to be intimately linked to human souls. For that reason followers of Austre consider holding the Breaths of others to be a sin, and using them to Awaken to be an even greater sin.[4] However, Vasher states that such intolerance toward Awakening only emerged after the Manywar.[6]

Terminating pregnancies is seen as a sin.[9]

Austre[edit]

“He’s more of a force. You know, the thing that watches over all people, who punishes those who don’t do what is right and who blesses those who are worthy. ”

—Siri explaining the concept of Austre to Susebron[10]

Austre is the only god of the monotheistic religion of Austrism.[10] He is often referred to as the "God of Colors."[11] Austre is not Endowment[2]; it is unknown if he is a real being or not.

While male pronouns are used to reference Austre, he is not seen as a person, but instead, as an invisible karmic force that watches over all people.[10] Despite being viewed as a force, he is often given human descriptions, such as colorful eyes.[12] He is said to have emotion and to be able to be pleased or displeased with someone's actions.[11] Followers of Austrism believe he regards all humans, regardless of their societal status, as equals.[7]

He is believed to make all living things, and to put them in their proper place better than any human could.[1][10] He is also said to give people their personalities[1] and their talents.[8] Austrism holds that he sends the Returned back to Nalthis as his prophets[3], and gave Vo the Five Visions.[10]

The Idrians believe that Austre watches over them and protects them.[13][11] They call themselves sons and daughters of Austre.[12]

Members of Austrism[edit]

Curses[edit]

Almost every Idrian uses Austre's name for a variety of expressions of confusion, shock, and disbelief.

"For Austre’s sake!"[13]

"Austre, God of Colors!"[11][14][15]

"What in Austre’s name was that?"[15][16]

"Oh, Austre."[15][5]

"Oh, God, Lord of Colors!"[5]

Monks[edit]

Monks of Austrism (also called Idrian monks) are supposed to be the most pious and least ostentatious of Idrians.[17] They are required to shear off their hair and wear white robes. It is seen as a duty in Idris to provide at least one child for the monasteries (especially among noble or rich families), as it is against the Five Visions to be selfish, even with one's own blood.[13] Idrian monks do not get locked in a monastery--they can leave at any time[17]--and they provide services for the needy in Idris.

The monks act as servants to the kingdom's poor in a very formalized way. For example, if a man breaks his leg and can't work, a monk will take his place at his job; the wages earned will still go to the injured man's family. Occasionally, if a father dies, a monk is permanently assigned to his place at work and provides for that man's family.[18]

Monks are forbidden to own or possess anything themselves and give everything they have to the people.[18] Without the pressure to feed themselves or acquire goods, some monks can be a little lazy. However, many are very diligent, such as Fafen.[13]

Quotes[edit]

“Flowers ain't evil, assuming they're left where Austre put them. We shouldn't use Austre's beauty to make ourselves more important. ”

—Mab to Siri [1]

“In the distance, she could see the plateau that held the Court of Gods, the most profane place beneath Austre's colorful eyes. ”

—Vivenna travelling in T'Telir [12]

Trivia[edit]

Austre may be a very old Returned.[2]

Notes[edit]

  1. ↑ a b c d e Warbreaker chapter 1#
  2. ↑ a b c Shadows of Self Lansing signing
    — Arcanum - 2015-10-13#
  3. ↑ a b c Warbreaker chapter 15#
  4. ↑ a b c Warbreaker chapter 13#
  5. ↑ a b c d Warbreaker chapter 20#
  6. ↑ a b Warbreaker chapter 40#
  7. ↑ a b c Warbreaker chapter 19#
  8. ↑ a b Warbreaker chapter 27#
  9. ↑ Warbreaker chapter 34#
  10. ↑ a b c d e Warbreaker chapter 29#
  11. ↑ a b c d Warbreaker chapter 4#
  12. ↑ a b c Warbreaker chapter 9#
  13. ↑ a b c d Warbreaker chapter 2#
  14. ↑ Warbreaker chapter 6#
  15. ↑ a b c Warbreaker chapter 10#
  16. ↑ Warbreaker chapter 11#
  17. ↑ a b Warbreaker chapter 44#
  18. ↑ a b Warbreaker Annotations
    — Arcanum - 2010-07-27#
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