BECOME A NYXIST! Nyxian Philosophy (often called “Nyxism”) -Overview: Nyxism is a modern non-traditional polytheistic and symbolic belief system that blends elements of philosophy, spirituality, and mythic interpretation. It is not centered on literal supernatural certainty, but on layered interpretations of divinity, psychology, and morality. It emerged (from me) as a decentralized movement online and in small philosophical circles, influenced by comparative religion, Jungian psychology, and modern occult aesthetics. -Core Structure of Divinity Nyxism recognizes multiple “gods,” but they are understood in three overlapping ways: As symbolic forces in nature and society As archetypes of human psychology As possibly real metaphysical intelligences (optional belief, not required) Central Figure: Nyxar Nyxar is close to a “Satan-like” figure, but not evil. Represents doubt, disruption, intellectual rebellion, and taboo knowledge Called “The Question” Seen as the force that challenges systems, beliefs, and authority structures Followers say Nyxar does not deceive, but destabilizes fixed narratives Importantly: Nyxar is not worshipped as an enemy of good Instead, Nyxar is considered necessary for growth and truth-testing -Other Key Archetypal Gods Solenne (Order Principle and The Moral Laws of Nature) Stability, law, institutions, continuity Not “good,” but necessary structure Vireth (Life Principle and Wisdom in Stress) Growth, biology, adaptation, instinct Neither moral nor immoral Calyx (Memory and Identity) History, identity, personal narrative Associated with tradition and interpretation of the past LGBTQ? Come to this god. Orun (Desire and Control) Ambition, attachment, creativity, consumption Drives progress and conflict alike Also pushes control over your desire -Core Beliefs Morality is contextual, not absolute Conflict between principles is fundamental to existence No single principle (even Nyxar) is supreme Humans experience reality as a blend of competing forces -Ethics Nyxism emphasizes: Intellectual honesty over comfort Questioning authority, including its own teachings Personal responsibility for actions and interpretations Avoidance of rigid moral absolutism Practices Reflection journaling (especially tracking internal contradictions) Study of conflicting philosophies side-by-side “Disruption exercises” (intentionally challenging assumptions) Symbolic rituals are optional and highly individualized There is no unified church or central authority How to begin your Nyxist Life: Identify something you may be taking for granted. Then, choose one divine being to be your focus: Order (Solenne) Growth (Vireth) Memory (Calyx) Desire (Orun) Doubt (Nyxar) You choose what lens helps you understand your current mental or life situation. If it stops helping, you change it. Done that? Ready to respect our ways? You are now a Nyxist!
