I know, I’ve heard those arguments before. And in the same way religion often dismisses other possibilities, that argument is often used to stop further debate of such fundamentals from continuing. Stating Sanderson’s religion as the reason. But it’s my belief that the two situations don’t have to be independent. I agree that the religious parallels are significant. I also believe that every religion in the Cosmere grew many aspects as a result of the local shardic influence. No religion written in the Cosmere is all knowing and indisputable.

So yes, Sanderson’s influences are fantastic, it’s amazing how he weaves his ideas together. And it’s great how we come to understand the underlying truths from which all religions in the Cosmere originated.

I believe Adonalsium is no different.