Silas is the personification of space and its expansion. He is a different aspect of the same being that is his sister, Mythaal, who is the Embodiment of Creation. Together they represented all life and space in the Universe, while their siblings Malak and Talia represent death and non-existence. He teaches that mastery of self allows one to master anything, but paradoxically also purges one of desire to master anything. Countless others seek to follow his path, and he encourages them to challenge their minds, bodies, and souls in order to transcend their self-imposed limits and expand. As the embodiment of space, he also personifies knowledge; his followers are keen students of history, for experience is key to understanding and there is much to be learned from the experiences of others.
Silas knows that there's no single technique that works for everyone and that every student must experiment and practice to find the best method for her. He is patient, forgiving, and serene, welcoming all who seek perfection as brothers and sisters. He is a teacher who leads by example rather than issuing reprimands and corrections. Meanwhile, he constantly tests his own limits as a Divine, expanding his awareness and control without impinging upon the interests of others.
Silas's followers rarely depict him in art because they believe that no icon can hope to live up to his perfect image. They describe him in poetry and prose as a flawless man, clothed in simple robes and sandals, hairless save for a long beard. Beyond each nation, his race often changes to reflect that of the artist; artists of the Aloren tend to depict him in ways that emphasize his exoticism. Silas sees no need to cloak himself in mystery or augment himself with divine power, so on the rare occasions when he manifests to mortals, he appears as a physically fit man matching his followers' descriptions, often sitting, kneeling patiently, or resting in a meditative pose. He's also been known to project a portion of his awareness into a statue, animating its face and exoticism. He's also been known to project a portion of his awareness into a statue, animating its face and speaking through it
Silas teaches that body, mind, and spirit are inexorably linked and that the space between them is illusory and counterproductive. Within each individual is a perfect version of these three aspects and mastering all three while understanding that they are one is the key to achieving perfection and enlightenment. As most have difficulty sensing and refining their own spirits, novices usually prioritize improving the body and the mind, allowing the control gained from these efforts to steer the growth of the spirit. Silas believes that self-awareness leads to discipline and eventually to mastery, whereas ignorance forces the spirit to repeat its mistakes in the next life. He opposes radical action and extreme changes in habits and behavior, preferring subtle shifts over time to allow a creature to adjust to unfamiliar practices and avoid adverse reactions to extreme change, such as injuries or emotional disorders. Discipline, moderation, and temperance lead to internal balance and are the keys to creating healthy, lasting change in a person's life; radical action without proper preparation is chaotic and leads to negative outcomes.
When Silas is pleased, he lessens the space between enlightenment-soothing pain, bestowing mental clarity, and granting insight about the next step in the worshiper's journey. Especially devout followers might catch a brief glimpse of the Divine’s serene eyes, or come across the mysterious single imprint of a sandal in the sand. He sometimes punishes transgressions with cramps, fatigue, dizziness, and obvious setbacks on the path to self-perfection. However, in most cases, he refrains from these actions, as he believes that for his sincere followers, straying from the ideal path is punishment enough and that it's best for those who are not sincere to leave the church and pursue other interests. Only in extreme cases-generally with mortals who are destined for greatness-does he afflict the person with an injury or disability to overcome, either to encourage her to look for an alternative perspective to a problem or to encourage humility in someone especially prideful.
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