Unitronianism
Unitronianism is a monotheistic faith and philosophy centered on the belief in one God and humanity's responsibility to live in harmony with God, one another, and the natural world.
Rooted primarily in the teachings and traditions of the Hebrew Scriptures, Unitronianism emphasizes faith, reason, personal liberty, moral responsibility, service, stewardship, and the continual pursuit of knowledge and truth.
Unitronianism teaches that human beings possess the freedom to choose their own path, but that freedom carries responsibility. A person's character is demonstrated not merely through belief or ritual, but through how they live, how they treat others, how they care for the world around them, and how they use the freedom entrusted to them.
Unitronianism does not require uniformity of thought or practice. Individuals are encouraged to question, learn, examine their beliefs, and pursue a deeper understanding of God and existence. Religious orders and communities may voluntarily adopt additional disciplines, traditions, or vows while remaining within the broader Unitronian faith.
At its foundation, Unitronianism seeks unity without uniformity, freedom with responsibility, and faith expressed through action.
Official Language of the Kingdom
U.S. English
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The Trinity of Human Existence
We understand life through 3 manifestations:
The Father
The Mother
The Child
Together, they represent the cycle through which humankind comes into being and continues across generations.
This Trinity serves as a symbolic foundation for understanding humanity’s existence and origin through creation, birth, and renewal. As human beings are manifested through their fathers and mothers, so too does life continue through the child.
We acknowledge and respect the discoveries of secular science, including fields such as biology and parthenogenesis, and do not place this understanding in opposition to scientific inquiry. Rather, this Trinity stands as a spiritual and philosophical “standing stone”, a framework through which humanity may reflect on existence, continuity, and the nature of creation.
Where humanity ultimately comes from, where it is destined to go, and what future science may discover remain open for exploration and debate.
God
The idea of God remains open for exploration and debate here.
Jesus
Jesus is a revered figure within the Kingdom. His roles as both a human and divine figure remain open for exploration and debate here.
Recreational Drug & Alcohol Use
In the interest of public health, personal responsibility, and community safety, the Kingdom of the Ark advocates for informed and responsible decisions regarding alcohol, recreational drugs, and other psychoactive substances.
The Kingdom strongly discourages recreational use of intoxicating or psychoactive substances, especially during adolescence and early adulthood. Abstaining or delaying recreational substance use may reduce certain risks to developing physical and mental health.
The Kingdom also advocates against self-diagnosis and self-medication. Individuals should consult a qualified, licensed medical professional regarding the use of prescription medications, controlled substances, or other substances intended to treat a medical or mental health condition. Prescription medications should be used only as directed by the prescribing professional.
This policy is intended as guidance rather than an assertion of authority over an individual's personal medical or lifestyle choices. The Kingdom's position is not simply that a person should abstain, but that they should understand the potential consequences of these choices.
Individual religious orders, communities, or institutions within the Kingdom may establish more demanding standards concerning alcohol, recreational drugs, or other substances as part of their own disciplines, vows, or practices.
Nothing in this policy is intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Sexuality, Gender Identity & Alternative Lifestyles
The Kingdom of the Ark recognizes the dignity and inherent worth of every human being. No person is to be denied basic human respect, treated as less than human, or subjected to harassment or abuse because of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or personal lifestyle.
The Kingdom's understanding of human sexuality is centered upon its fundamental biological and social functions, including human reproduction, the formation of families, and the responsibilities associated with raising and caring for children. Sexual relationships and institutions that fall outside of this understanding are therefore not part of the Kingdom's core social framework. Respect for a person does not require the Kingdom to endorse every belief, identity, relationship, or lifestyle.
Nothing in this policy authorizes cruelty, harassment, discrimination in matters of basic human dignity, or mistreatment of individuals. The Kingdom may disagree with a person's identity, relationships, or lifestyle while continuing to recognize that person as a human being deserving of dignity and peaceful treatment.
Individual religious orders within the Kingdom may adopt more demanding standards concerning personal conduct as part of their own disciplines and vows.
Note: The Kingdom of the Ark is not affiliated with any other religious organizations. We often visit other religious institutions where the public is welcome in order to educate ourselves and seek wisdom, community, and a better understanding of religious practices. At this time, the Kingdom of the Ark and its organizations exist entirely in digital spaces and are operated as a passion project. We are simply people who believe in the importance of good works, personal growth, community, and helping bring more light into the world. The Throne and its accompanying royal titles are purely symbolic in nature. They confer no real-world governmental authority, legal power, territorial sovereignty, jurisdiction, or ownership over any land or persons.