#ancientfaith

[moietylife]

Been a few months, but I’m still working on writing! I want the first chapter to hold a lot of detail and explanation and overall be way better and bigger than the 2k words I have right now.

I’ve also started to work on drawing reference sheets for The Lamb and Narinder and then I’ll work on everyone else.

For now, have this little sneak peak of what I have written and what I really want to draw!

[judaisim]

Ancient Roots of Judaism in Asia

Judaism, originating in the Middle East over three millennia ago, made its way into Asia via ancient trade routes and became subtly woven into the historical fabric of numerous Asian civilizations. It has notably influenced the cultural and religious narratives of such peoples as the Persians, Arabs, Syrians, Indians, and Mongols.

The earliest Israelite kingdoms, dating from the 10th to the 8th centuries BCE, are linked to the united monarchies of King David and King Solomon. The Qumran Caves near the Jordan River stand as a significant landmark, where the famed Dead Sea Scrolls—remnants of an ancient Jewish library—were discovered. Historical records suggest that Judaism arrived on the Indian subcontinent during the early centuries of the Common Era, if not earlier. As the Babylonian exile drew to a close, and even before the destruction of the Second Temple, Jewish captives—believed to be of Ethiopian descent—had transformed the temple into a synagogue in the Land of Nod, following their exile alongside King Zedekiah in 586 BCE.

The origins of Jewish faith and cultural identity are rooted in the Middle East, positioned at the historical juncture of Europe and Africa. Despite the vast geographical divide, Asia has provided a home to Jewish communities for over two thousand years. Jewish people have taken pride in their contributions to Asia’s growth and in forging connections between Asian civilizations and other great cultures of humanity.

At the time when the Roman Empire completed its destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, Jews were already settled in India and China. They integrated into local economies and societies while maintaining their religious traditions and cultural identity. In many respects, Asia has served as a kind of promised land for Jewish communities throughout the centuries.

The Jewish identity as a distinct people—organized in community life, upholding unique cultural markers—remained uninterrupted in much of Asia. Their religious observances, too, have remained consistent across generations. One may witness this enduring legacy in the synagogue at Alleppey, Kerala, where the Ark of the Law is housed—a symbolic replica, in Hebrew tradition, of the one believed lost before the era of the Book of Esther. Unlike the persecution Jews endured in Western Europe—where they were legally denied the right to exist for over sixteen centuries until the French Revolution—Hindu rulers across various Indian kingdoms extended protection and upheld the freedom of worship.

The Spread of Judaism in the Middle Ages During the medieval period, Judaism spread throughout Asia via two primary overland routes. The first pathway extended from East Africa through the Axumite Kingdom, influencing not only the southern Arabian Peninsula but also the expansive Persian region. Yemen, in particular, became a vibrant center of Jewish life, and even other parts of Arabia witnessed the emergence of Jewish converts.

The second route followed the journeys of Jewish traders and settlers who ventured into Central Asia and the Far East. Although written records from those early merchant communities are scarce, fragments found in the Gobi Desert suggest the presence of Jewish individuals in the region prior to the Christian era. The Talmud also contains references that hint at a longstanding Jewish presence in Central Asia.

Archaeological evidence and the writings of ancient travelers confirm that Jews inhabited these lands even before the Common Era, or during its earliest centuries. Many scholars believe their migration to the region followed the Assyrian conquest led by Sargon II in 722 BCE and the Babylonian invasion under Nebuchadnezzar in 586 BCE. While sources vary on the precise identity of these groups—some emphasizing their Semitic roots through their use of Aramaic, others highlighting Jewish customs such as circumcision—there is no doubt about their enduring presence in Asia.

Modern Developments in Asian Judaism In contemporary times, Jews in Asia have made renewed efforts to reconnect with and actively participate in global Jewish life. In countries such as China, where access to Jewish traditions has remained relatively intact, this reconnection has been embraced with enthusiasm, allowing communities to seamlessly reintegrate into the broader Jewish world.

For many others, the aspiration to immigrate to Israel—Aliyah—remains a central dream, made increasingly accessible by Israel’s inclusive immigration policies. However, numerous Jewish communities have chosen to remain in their ancestral or adopted Asian homelands, nurturing local expressions of Judaism and celebrating their faith with pride and openness.

Acquiring recognized Jewish status provides these individuals not only with the ability to marry within Orthodox traditions and maintain religious continuity but also ensures that future generations receive a robust Jewish education. More broadly, it offers the opportunity to actively contribute to the Jewish world and to participate in Zionist ideals, which remain deeply interwoven with the spiritual and cultural continuity of the Jewish people.

Today, several Asian nations outside of Israel host established Jewish communities. Cities such as Singapore, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Mumbai, Shanghai, and Kaifeng are home to longstanding Jewish populations. Additionally, emerging Jewish groups—often spurred by personal or familial interest—have begun to take shape in countries like Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, South Korea, the Philippines, and Thailand. These communities, though small, are increasingly affiliating with mainstream Jewish identity and actively shaping a renewed Jewish presence across the Asian continent.

[sunnyapollonjabrigidotter]

My Trinity.. Light(Inspiration)-Courage-Harmony

[kathybarnes]

Imagine a bustling marketplace in ancient Rome. Merchants hawk their wares, toga-clad citizens rush about, and the aroma of freshly baked bread fills the air. But amidst the familiar chaos, whispers of a different belief ripple through the crowds. This is the story of Christianity in the Roman Empire, a tale of resilience, transformation, and the quiet revolution of a faith that rose from the shadows to become the official religion of a mighty empire...

https://www.revmichaelhlavery.com/christianity-in-the-roman-empire/

[lamb-against-ancientfaith]

Welcome to a CoTL roleplay blog

Basic Rules

RESPECT AND CIVILITY Treat everyone with respect, avoid harassment, or discrimination of any kind.

NO NSFW Keep all roleplay interactions and discussions suitable for a general audience.

COMMUNICATION Clearly distinguish between in-character and out-of-character discussions [use OOC tags if necessary].

Ask Rules

RESPECT THE CHARACTER Treat the character of the blog with respect and adhere to their established personality and story.

NO HARASSMENT OR TROLLING Do not engage in harassment, trolling, or disrespectful behavior towards the blogger or other askers.

RESPECT PRIVACY Respect the bloggers privacy and boundaries, do not ask personal or intrusive questions. Especially out of character.

The Lamb's Facts

Nonbinary (They/He/It)

Autistic (Just like blogger)

Non-romantic flirt

Not romantically interested in The Bishops

Truly stands by The One Who Waits and their mission

Blog Partners

@leshy-of-theancientfaith

@heket-of-theancientfaith

@narinder-against-ancientfaith

@kallamar-of-theancientfaith

@shamura-of-theancientfaith

[shamura-of-theancientfaith]

Roleplay/Ask Blog Rules

Basics

RESPECT: Treat everyone with respect, avoid harassment, or discrimination of any kind.

NO NSFW: Keep all roleplay interactions and discussions suitable for a general audience.

COMMUNICATION: clearly distinguish between in-character and out-of-character discussions [use OOC tags if necessary]

Asker Rules

RESPECT THE CHARACTER Treat the character of the blog with respect and adhere to their established personality and story.

NO HARASSMENT OR TROLLING do not engage in harassment, trolling, or disrespectful behavior towards the blogger or other askers.

RESPECT PRIVACY Respect the bloggers privacy and boundaries, do not ask personal or intrusive questions. Especially out of character.

Shamura facts~

They/them

Eldest Bishop

Insomniac w/ chronic migraines.

Quite literally a walking encyclopedia.

It's quite hard to tell their emotions.

Blog partners-

@leshy-of-theancientfaith

@kallamar-of-theancientfaith

@narinder-against-ancientfaith

@heket-of-theancientfaith

@lamb-against-ancientfaith

((Edit: Blogger is autistic please patient.))

[heket-of-theancientfaith]

Roleplay blog intro, welcome!!

Basic rules

RESPECT AND CIVILITY

Treat everyone with respect, avoid harassment, or discrimination of any kind

NO NSFW

Keep all roleplay interactions and discussions suitablefor a general audience(plus this blogger is a minor)

COMUNICATION

Clearly distinguish between in-character and out-of-character disscussions

Ask rules

RESPECT THE CHARACTER

Treat the character of the blog with respect and adhere to their established personality

NO HARASSMENT OR TROLLING

Do not engage in harassment, trolling, or disrespectful behavior towards the blogger or fellow askers

RESPECT PRIVACY

Respect the bloggers privacy and boundaries, do not ask personal or intrusive questions, especially out of character

Heket facts-

She/it

Toad

Second youngest

Really *Really* rough extirior

Very soft in actuality (at least with her sibs lol)

Lesbian

Blog partners-

@leshy-of-theancientfaith

@kallamar-of-theancientfaith

@shamura-of-theancientfaith

@narinder-against-ancientfaith

@lamb-against-ancientfaith

[moietylife]

Also, I recommend looking at the tags on these two most recent posts for the name of this AU ;p

(It’ll tell you a hint for the story)

[orthodoxydaily]

Saints&Reading: Tue., Dec., 15, 2020

Commemorated on December 2_ by the new calendar

The Holy Prophet Avvakum (Habbakuk)

     The Holy Prophet Avvakum (Habbakuk), one of the 12 Minor Prophets, was descended from the Tribe of Simeon, and he prophesied in about the year 650 B.C.      The Prophet Avvakum foresaw the destruction of the Jerusalem Temple, the Babylonian Captivity and the later return of the captives to their native-land. During the time of the war with the Babylonians the prophet withdrew to Arabia, where with him there occurred the following miracle. When he was bringing dinner to the reapers, he met with an Angel of the Lord, and instantly by the strength of his spirit he was transported to Babylon, where at the time the Prophet Daniel was languishing in prison. Thus, the food, intended for the reapers, assuaged the hunger of the exhausted Prophet Daniel. After the end of the war with the Babylonians, the Prophet Avvakum returned to his fatherland and died in extreme old age. His relics were found at the time of the holy Constantinople Emperor Theodosius the Younger (408-450).

Luke 19:45-48

45Then He went into the temple and began to drive out those who bought and sold in it, 46 saying to them, "It is written, 'My house is a house of prayer,' but you have made it a 'den of thieves.' "47 And He was teaching daily in the temple. But the chief priests, the scribes, and the leaders of the people sought to destroy Him, 48 and were unable to do anything; for all the people were very attentive to hear Him.

2 Timothy 3:16-4:4

16All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.

1 I charge you therefore before God and the Lord Jesus Christ, who will judge the living and the dead at His appearing and His kingdom:2 Preach the word! Be ready in season and out of season. Convince, rebuke, exhort, with all longsuffering and teaching.3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine, but according to their own desires, because they have itching ears, they will heap up for themselves teachers; 4 and they will turn their ears away from the truth, and be turned aside to fables.

[empressmanuscript]

Full disclosure I love the smell of #myrrh #scent #pretty #lovely #church #religious #panagia got it from the #HolyChurchOfTheVirginMaryEkatontapyliani in #Paros and the #AncientFaith Topical Series booklets my aunt gets from #monasteries she visits! #religous #greekorthodox ☺️😌✝️⛪️ https://www.instagram.com/p/Cjs6D5XumzG/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[smallbitesofthechurchfathers]

Declaring Mary the "Mother of God" springs from the confession that Christ is fully God and fully Man from the moment of His conception. Truly Immanuel. St. Cyril declares we know this truth from both Scripture and Tradition and it is embodied in the Creed of Nicaea. #christianhistory #catholic #ancientfaith #marymotherofGod

[jp-logan]

#IntrinsicWealth: Let #God Intervene. #AncientFaith #Inspirational ~ ++#JoshuaPaul https://www.instagram.com/p/BzzVDNXpzB7/?igshid=qsz8zgvufs1n

[innaheights]

Sometimes ..you hate to break it to them🤷‍♂️#tiktokers #ancientfaith #africandivinity #emperor #viral #truth #goodnews https://www.instagram.com/p/B8O5fHNDw6O/?igshid=2gedy7bk891p

[therealfriarwade]

Sending a Blessed Rosary & Prayer Guides. @ancient_faith_ministries #LKLD #FriarWade #ancientfaith #Rosary #Prayer #StSeraphimofSarov (at Lakeland, Florida)

[valaam1984-blog]

The Lord- Christ is Risen

[elhoimleafar]

Take a deep breath, focus your energy, accept that you are the universe, manifest your desires and make them come reality. Remember your soul is divine energy, your mind is a key to the cosmos that you inhabit, and your body is made of stardust, because you are a God in mortal flesh.

And in two thousand years, our spirits will have transcended, and all the stars will remember our names as if we were those priests who worshiped, venerated, and preserved from the heart, the faith in the Old Religion and our faith will finally rest in peace above any new religion.

Thousands of religions are on the way, and are constantly being transformed, but the faith of our ancestors will continue with us, in the essence of our children and our brothers and sisters, and our grateful gods will always keep a position next to their thrones for all and each of us, who help to revive and preserve their names for eternity.

#OurGods #OldGods #Oldfaith #Oldreligion #AncientGods #Ancientfaith #Ancientreligion #PaganGods #Pagan #Pagansoffacebook #Pagansoftheworld #paganandproud