Kah: Religious Calendar

Dawn of the Word (1st Aeon)

This the first day of the new year, celebrated as the day when the First Woman consumed the Seed of Understanding. The High Priestesses initiate the year with a grand ceremony at the First Temple, featuring recitations from the Book of Tongues.

Sowing of the Seed (15th Aeon)

A significant springtime festival, this day commemorates the ritual planting of the Riangh flowers. The event is marked by prayers for a fruitful harvest and the continuance of understanding.

Festival of Tongues (50th Aeon)

On this day, linguistic contests are held across Kahrilo. The winners are invited to the First Temple to showcase their linguistic skills to the High Priestesses.

Ritual of the First Syllable (92nd Aeon)

A ceremony for newborns to receive their first syllable – their name – from the Priestesses, establishing their place in the societal structure.

Harvest of Understanding (126th Aeon):

This summer festival celebrates the harvest of the Riangh flowers. The harvested seeds are then used in the Seed of Understanding ritual, marking the spiritual continuation of language and knowledge.

Day of Silence (157th Aeon)

A day of reflection and reverence where all of Kahrilo refrains from speaking to honor the power and sanctity of language and its eventual end, in death.

Eve of Ahdajika (183rd Aeon)

This autumn event marks the beginning of the Ahdajika season, during which select Priestesses engage in its practice.

Closing of the Word (200th Aeon)

The final day of the year, featuring a solemn ceremony at the First Temple where the High Priestesses conclude the year with prayers and recitations from the Book of Tongues.