Language

The Lexicon

The Lexicon preserves the language of the Lifestyle — its words, concepts and traditions. It records meaning; it never prescribes practice. Where usage varies between Houses or lineages, each is set down with equal respect.

Practices

Offering

The ritual act of presenting something to another as an expression of service, admiration or devotion.

Definition

Offering is the ritual act of presenting something — an object, an act, a gesture — to another as an expression of service, admiration or devotion. Offerings may be formal or informal, ceremonial or habitual.

Historical background

The vocabulary of Offering draws on long devotional traditions and has been adapted within Lifestyle ceremonial practice.

Discussion

The specific weight given to an Offering varies by dynamic and tradition.

See also