Semteism Glossary

Explore the key concepts, practices, and terms of Semteism. Understanding these words helps align with the inner flame and the Eternal Pulse.

Core Concepts

Semt (焰): The inner flame, spiritual essence, life force present in all beings.
Eternal Pulse (永脈, Eienmyaku): The universal rhythm connecting all life.
Shadowed Flame (影焰, Kage-en): State of entanglement, ego, or attachment dimming the inner flame.
Cycle of the Flame (焰の循環, En no Junkan): Life cycle of birth, entrapment, liberation, and rebirth.
Semkai (焰界): The path or flow guided by Semt; the destiny revealed by alignment with the flame.

Kashō (華照): Meditation of stillness; observing mind and breath to align with the Eternal Pulse.
Chichu (地中): Martial-art-inspired system of bodily purification and flow.
Kaze no Michi (風の道): Way of Wind; flowing movement emphasizing adaptability.
Ishi no Michi (石の道): Way of Stone; grounded, enduring postures for strength and stability.
Hikari no Michi (光の道): Way of Light; meditative movements for clarity, compassion, and harmony.

Tama-en (魂焰): Spirit-flame; essence continuing after physical death.
Yūrei-en (幽霊焰): Wandering flame; spirits lingering due to unresolved attachments.
Enkai (円界): Conceptual heaven; fully aligned with Semt.
Kagekai (影界): Realm of darkness or entrapment; conceptual hell.
Mugen-en (無限焰): Infinite flame; ultimate understanding of the Eternal Pulse.
Tenshi-en (天使焰): Angelic flame; spiritual guides of protection and guidance.

Luminaries of the Flame (火の光, Hi no Hikari): Practitioners who uphold precepts and guide others quietly.
Hi-ren (火連): Chain of flames; community gatherings or ceremonial rituals.
Seasonal Alignment (季節調整, Kisetsu Chōsei): Rituals at solstices and equinoxes.
Evening Flame (夕焰, Yū-en): Daily reflection and journaling of actions and thoughts.
Reflection of the Pulse (脈の反映, Myaku no Han’ei): Contemplation of personal and universal alignment.

Aisō (愛操): Practice of compassionate love in relationships and friendship.
Seishin-no-Michi (精神の道): Path of the Spirit; moral and ethical cultivation.
Kōmyaku (光脈): Flow of light; manifestation of energy and clarity during meditation.
Shinrai (信頼): Trust in the flame and the Eternal Pulse.
Enrai (円雷): Sudden moments of insight or realization during practice.
Renzoku (連続): Continuous practice integrating Semteist principles into daily life.

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