I – Merit is the concept that certain actions or inactions will help or hinder an individual’s transition to a next or continued existence.

II – Since the continuation of existence is unknown and cannot be proven, meritorious actions are performed as a matter of Faith.

III – Conducting oneself in a meritorious manner as a matter of Faith is itself a criterion for transitioning to a next or continued existence.

IV – Meritorious conduct should be undertaken primarily for its tangible benefits in this life rather than for the uncertain possibility of a next or continued existence.

V – Individuals, societies, cultures, religions and Faiths guide which actions or inactions are considered meritorious.

VI –Meritorious actions are those that have persistence, are of worth, are of quality, have meaning and serve the Common Good.

VII – The concept of merit is beneficial to the Common Good and to the individual.

VIII – Faith in merit is a foundational belief of Those Who Muse.