Wong Shen

Wong Shen is a Gondalan god. He is the god of wisdom. Many of his worshippers are monks rather than clerics.

The Three Pillars
The philosophy imparted by Wong Shen is one of three-fold enlightenment. He imparted the truths of the Three Pillars: Heart, Mind, and Soul.

Heart
The first Pillar of Enlightenment is the Heart. This pillar symbolizes the body. The Old Master believed that to truly enlighten oneself, one must keep their body in perfect condition. This means exercise and a precise diet are key practices for the faithful. Monasteries of the Old Master are the origin for many martial arts, though very few Shen monks use weapons of any sort, especially not bladed or pointed weapons.

Mind
The second Pillar of Enlightenment is the Mind. This pillar embodies knowledge. The Wise One believed that true enlightenment came only to those who enriched their minds with as much knowledge as possible. Monasteries of the Wise One are vast archives, libraries containing lore of this and other worlds.

Soul
The third Pillar of Enlightenment is the Soul. This pillar encapsulates the emotional alignment. The Transcendent believed that untempered emotion would block the path to enlightenment. Monasteries of the Transcendent value meditation as a crucial tool to align one's emotions, keeping them in balance.