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"Sacred is Ghezen, and in commerce we see His hand."
— Kerch proverb


Ghezen is the god of industry, commerce and trade, widely worshipped by the citizens of Kerch. As a monotheistic entity, he alone is recognized by, and is widely used by, the Merchant Council. Often, legal documents and oaths use Ghezen as a witness or the binding force of a contract. Ghezen is most often depicted as a human hand, symbolizing the will of the market and the deal.

Practices[]

It is believed that work is prayer to Ghezen, and by working in deals, commerce, or charity, honor is brought to Ghezen.

Many noblewomen of faith will volunteer at the Hellgate prison, cleaning to honor their god.[1] Needlework and embroidery are seen as frivolous and as an activity that doesn't serve Ghezen.[2]

Ghezen is often referenced in government documents and in the Merchant Council. [2] 'Ghezen's Hand' is most often referenced to in document and by word of mouth.

On Ghezen's Day, a Kerch custom is to ride through the streets naked and drunk on grapefruit wine.[3]

Symbols[]

Ghezen's Hand is a human hand, with fingers outstretched. This depicts Ghezen's will, and the will of the market (used interchangably).

Ghezen's Coins of Favor are a religious trinket often found in monuments and gift shops in Kerch.

Proverbs[]

  • "Sacred is Ghezen and in commerce we see His hand."[4]

Trivia[]

  • The Church of Barter in Ketterdam was shaped like Ghezen's right hand.[5]
  • Ghezen's 'Coins of Favor' are seen throughout Ketterdam, including gravestones on the Black Veil.
  • The Ghezendaal hospital includes His name.

References[]

  1. Six of Crows, chapter 6
  2. 2.0 2.1 Crooked Kingdom, chapter 14
  3. Season 1, Episode 8: No Mourners
  4. Crooked Kingdom, chapter 29
  5. Crooked Kingdom, chapter 12

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