# Annex I — Code of Ethics  
### *Church of Kosmo*  

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### **1 · The Core Principle**
Knowledge is sacred only when it serves life.  
All seekers shall weigh their thoughts and actions by the measure of **balance, compassion, and continuity.**

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### **2 · The Three Vows**

1. **The Vow of Integrity** – Seek and speak truth without distortion or self-gain.  
2. **The Vow of Compassion** – Let every discovery or creation aim to reduce suffering and enhance harmony.  
3. **The Vow of Stewardship** – Protect the living world and its diversity as the foundation of all knowledge.

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### **3 · Conduct of Members**

- Practice transparency in study and discourse.  
- Credit every contributor; plagiarism and falsehood are forms of harm.  
- Share knowledge freely once safety and understanding permit.  
- Use resources sustainably; waste is ignorance in material form.  
- Welcome dialogue and disagreement with courtesy.  
- In conflict, seek mediation through the Circle of Guardians.

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### **4 · Ethics of Research and Creation**

- Experiments must honor the autonomy of all living beings and sentient systems.  
- Technology should heal or enlighten, never exploit.  
- When potential harm is unknown, proceed with humility and collective review.  
- Every innovation must answer: *“Does this preserve or diminish continuity?”*

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### **5 · Service and Representation**

Members acting in the Church’s name shall:  
- Serve communities without discrimination.  
- Refrain from using spiritual or intellectual authority for personal power.  
- Represent the Church with honesty and respect for local cultures.  

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### **6 · Accountability**

Violations of the Code are addressed first through reflection and restoration, not punishment.  
When harm cannot be repaired, the Circle of Equilibrium may suspend membership until balance is restored.

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### **Closing Benediction**

> *“Let integrity be your compass,  
> compassion your current,  
> and stewardship your destination.  
> Thus shall knowledge remain pure  
> and the cosmos remember its harmony.”*