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==Background== | |||
* Cubism is a series of beliefs based on [[The Receda Cube]]. | * Cubism is a series of beliefs based on [[The Receda Cube]]. | ||
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* The Ideals of Cubism may vary from sect to sect | * The Ideals of Cubism may vary from sect to sect | ||
* Generally, however, The Receda Cube is seen as an incarnation of the One True Godform, and is worshipped as such. | * Generally, however, [[The Receda Cube]] is seen as an incarnation of the One True Godform, and is worshipped as such. | ||
* This may stem from an early perplexian concept of representing gods without specific forms | |||
* That is, Early perplexians would embue images and tesselations with godlike properties. | |||
* Thus their gods would not have to be tied to a singular personification, a singular face. | |||
* In this way, [[The Receda Cube]] represents that primordial manifestation of God. | |||
* Construction (and reconstruction) is seen as a high act of idolotry. | * Construction (and reconstruction) is seen as a high act of idolotry. | ||
* [[Gyvann]] is believed to be the earliest prophet of Cubism. | * [[Gyvann]] is believed to be the earliest prophet of Cubism. | ||
===Holy Days=== | |||
* [[Restitution of the Cube]] - celebrated at the Winter Solstice, with three days of prayer, meditation. It is traditional to light cube-shaped candles at this time. | * [[Restitution of the Cube]] - celebrated at the Winter Solstice, with three days of prayer, meditation. It is traditional to light cube-shaped candles at this time. | ||
* [[The Builder's celebration]] - at Spring Equinox, this is a time to lay foundations to new buildings. | * [[The Builder's celebration]] - at Spring Equinox, this is a time to lay foundations to new buildings. | ||
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* [[The lighting of the way]] - at autumn equinox, the festival of re-affirming our dedication to the Cube and of witnessing Gyvann's message to the world. | * [[The lighting of the way]] - at autumn equinox, the festival of re-affirming our dedication to the Cube and of witnessing Gyvann's message to the world. | ||
===6-fold Beliefs=== | |||
''The sixfold beliefs of [[The Brotherhood of the Six]] may represent a path of light for all forms of cubism. It is as follows:'' | |||
''The sixfold beliefs of the | |||
# That the purpose of human life is to achieve a mystical one-ness with the holy object The Cube. | # That the purpose of human life is to achieve a mystical one-ness with the holy object The Cube. | ||
# Although the Cube is presently Incarnated, its true essence is mystical and cannot be understood by humans except by the granting of divine inspiration. | # Although the Cube is presently Incarnated, its true essence is mystical and cannot be understood by humans except by the granting of divine inspiration. | ||
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# That the Universe, like the Cube, is unending, complete and stable in its Holy One-ness. | # That the Universe, like the Cube, is unending, complete and stable in its Holy One-ness. | ||
==Cubist Groups== | |||
===[[The Brotherhood of the Six]]=== | |||
Considered one of the more pious Cubist groups, they observe holidays with pensiveness and meditation. Known to eschew the commerciality of the holidays. http://www.brotherhoodofthesix.com/ | Considered one of the more pious Cubist groups, they observe holidays with pensiveness and meditation. Known to eschew the commerciality of the holidays. http://www.brotherhoodofthesix.com/ | ||
===[[Reconstructionists]]=== | |||
A radical isolationist group, they believe the Cube is being held hostage by The [[Academy]]. They preach absolution of modern technology, and a return to simpler, self-sustaining life. | A radical isolationist group, they believe the Cube is being held hostage by The [[Academy]]. They preach absolution of modern technology, and a return to simpler, self-sustaining life. | ||
===[[The Brotherhood in the Old Town]]=== | |||
This is the largest Cubist group in the city. They are seen as a peaceul group, who have excellent holiday ceremonies full of song and cake. Presumably they operate in [[Old Town]] | This is the largest Cubist group in the city. They are seen as a peaceul group, who have excellent holiday ceremonies full of song and cake. Presumably they operate in [[Old Town]] | ||
==References== | |||
''Specifically references to cubism at large'' | ''Specifically references to cubism at large'' | ||
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[[Violet Kiteway]]'s Blog, [http://www.quirkyacuity.com Quirky Acuity] | [[Violet Kiteway]]'s Blog, [http://www.quirkyacuity.com Quirky Acuity] | ||
* 07 | *blog, 07-JUN-05 "Back to the compound" ([http://www.quirkyacuity.com/archives/2005/06/back_to_the_com.html link]) | ||
*blog, 10-AUG-05 "Historical Society" ([http://www.quirkyacuity.com/archives/2005/08/historical_soci.html link]) | |||
Revision as of 20:34, 10 August 2005
Background
- Cubism is a series of beliefs based on The Receda Cube.
- One of the oldest orders, The Brotherhood of the Six, has, since its founding, broken into many subgroups.
- The Ideals of Cubism may vary from sect to sect
- Generally, however, The Receda Cube is seen as an incarnation of the One True Godform, and is worshipped as such.
- This may stem from an early perplexian concept of representing gods without specific forms
- That is, Early perplexians would embue images and tesselations with godlike properties.
- Thus their gods would not have to be tied to a singular personification, a singular face.
- In this way, The Receda Cube represents that primordial manifestation of God.
- Construction (and reconstruction) is seen as a high act of idolotry.
- Gyvann is believed to be the earliest prophet of Cubism.
Holy Days
- Restitution of the Cube - celebrated at the Winter Solstice, with three days of prayer, meditation. It is traditional to light cube-shaped candles at this time.
- The Builder's celebration - at Spring Equinox, this is a time to lay foundations to new buildings.
- Gyvann's Day - at summer Solstice, a cheerful celbration with burning torches and feasting, honouring Gyvann
- The lighting of the way - at autumn equinox, the festival of re-affirming our dedication to the Cube and of witnessing Gyvann's message to the world.
6-fold Beliefs
The sixfold beliefs of The Brotherhood of the Six may represent a path of light for all forms of cubism. It is as follows:
- That the purpose of human life is to achieve a mystical one-ness with the holy object The Cube.
- Although the Cube is presently Incarnated, its true essence is mystical and cannot be understood by humans except by the granting of divine inspiration.
- That one-ness can be achieved by meditation, prayer, good works and acts of construction.
- That the Holy Gyvann The Builder was the first to achieve one-ness. He shows us the way, he leads us to ascend the cube-shaped steps.
- That Gyvann's Book of The Six contains all that is real or true in the universe.
- That the Universe, like the Cube, is unending, complete and stable in its Holy One-ness.
Cubist Groups
The Brotherhood of the Six
Considered one of the more pious Cubist groups, they observe holidays with pensiveness and meditation. Known to eschew the commerciality of the holidays. http://www.brotherhoodofthesix.com/
Reconstructionists
A radical isolationist group, they believe the Cube is being held hostage by The Academy. They preach absolution of modern technology, and a return to simpler, self-sustaining life.
The Brotherhood in the Old Town
This is the largest Cubist group in the city. They are seen as a peaceul group, who have excellent holiday ceremonies full of song and cake. Presumably they operate in Old Town
References
Specifically references to cubism at large
- article, 14-JUN-05 Holiday Sombre for Pious (link)
- article, 11-JUL-05 "Kohler: Earth Idioms Invading Perplex City" (link)
Violet Kiteway's Blog, Quirky Acuity
