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Bajorans, a race of humanoids in the fictional Star Trek universe, were introduced in the Next Generation series and played an integral part in the Deep Space Nine series. In their TNG debut episode "Ensign Ro", they were referred to as the Bajora, but this term has only been used again twice. Captain Jean-Luc Picard met and served with Bajoran Ro Laren, while Captain Benjamin Sisko served Starfleet near the Bajoran homeworld, Bajor, and worked with native Major Kira Nerys. Image File history File links Emblem-important. ... Image File history File links Emblem-important. ... In the fictional Star Trek universe, Bajor (IPA: /bedÊ’oÉ¹/ or /beÊ’oÉ¹/) is the homeworld of the Bajorans. ... The current Star Trek franchise logo Star Trek is an American science fiction entertainment series and media franchise. ... The starship Enterprise as it appeared on Star Trek Star Trek is a culturally significant science fiction television series created by Gene Roddenberry in the 1960s. ... 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Biology

Like many alien races on Star Trek, the Bajorans are human-like in appearance, but have a distinctive symmetrical facial feature: ridges on the nose between the eyes, according to some sources an indication that millennia earlier in their evolutionary history Bajorans had small elephant-like trunks. Despite their human-like appearance, there are several biological differences between the two species. During pregnancy, Bajoran women suffer from uncontrollable bouts of sneezing rather than morning sickness. Bajoran women gestate for five months, as opposed to the nine months of human women, due to high vascularization between the fetus and the mother. During childbirth they must be extremely relaxed, and they feel little or no pain during the process. This article is about modern humans. ... For other uses, see Nose (disambiguation). ... Genera and Species Loxodonta Loxodonta cyclotis Loxodonta africana Elephas Elephas maximus Elephas antiquus â€ Elephas beyeri â€ Elephas celebensis â€ Elephas cypriotes â€ Elephas ekorensis â€ Elephas falconeri â€ Elephas iolensis â€ Elephas planifrons â€ Elephas platycephalus â€ Elephas recki â€ Stegodon â€ Mammuthus â€ Elephantidae (the elephants) is a family of pachyderm, and the only remaining family in the order Proboscidea... Gestation is the carrying of an embryo or fetus inside a female viviparous animal. ... â€œUnborn childâ€ redirects here. ...

Culture

As noted by Captain Jean-Luc Picard, the Bajoran people are an ancient one, having reached an advanced level of technology long before humans had learned to walk upright. Precisely why 24th-century Bajoran technology, even prior to the Cardassian Occupation, was nowhere near as comparatively advanced as that of other species was never addressed; the most likely explanation is that at some point they reached a certain state of contentment with their culture. In one episode, Jake Sisko expressed incredulity at the notion that Bajorans had even achieved space travel several centuries before humans did, let alone hundreds of thousands of years ago, indicating that the full extent of Bajor's technological history is not common knowledge to the average 24th-century citizen. Jean-Luc Picard is a fictional human Star Trek character portrayed by actor Patrick Stewart. ... Jake Sisko is a character in the fictional Star Trek universe, played by Cirroc Lofton. ...

Bajoran names are structured with their surnames preceding their birth names, a practice common on Earth in many societies (particularly in Asia). For example, Kira Nerys is "Major Kira" professionally and "Nerys" to friends. For other uses, see Asia (disambiguation). ...

Bajorans wear large, chained earrings and ear cuffs called d'ja pagh as symbols of their religious faith. Before the war against Cardassian occupation, the earring also symbolized one's caste. After war began, however, castes became obsolete and most people became soldiers. An earring is a piece of jewelry that is worn on the ear. ... Caste systems are traditional, hereditary systems of social restriction and social stratification, enforced by law or common practice, based on endogamy, occupation, economic status, race, ethnicity, // 1555, a race of men, from L. casto chaste, from castus pure, cut off, separated, pp. ...

Bajoran funeral rites are complex; their traditional death chant is rumored to last over two hours.

A little known fact is that on Bajor there are pearls of significant quality of silica, and serve as transits for the special properties similar to computer chips. At the time of death of a Bajoran, it is possible to transfer what the human calls a soul to the pearl. A Bajoran will wear this pearl on his or her d'ja pagh, and commune with the ancestor's soul this way, and as mentioned already it reflects one's caste by family.

Cardassian Occupation

The Occupation of Bajor (usually simply referred to as the Occupation) was the period from 2328 to 2369 during which the Bajoran homeworld of Bajor was under the control of the Cardassian Union. During the Occupation, the Cardassians perpetrated a coordinated scheme of strip-mining, forced labor, and genocide across the planet in an attempt to prepare it for full-scale colonization by the government. The Occupation gave rise to the fierce Bajoran Resistance, which used guerilla and terror tactics to eventually force the Cardassians to withdraw. Deep Space Nine's producer, Rick Berman, explained that the Bajorans were not modeled on any particular group: "The Kurds, the Palestinians, the Afghan Mujahideen or the boat people from Haiti; unfortunately, the homeless and terrorism are problems in every age" (TNG Companion, p. 178). The Cardassian Occupation or simply the Occupation is a period in the fictional Star Trek universe affecting the planet Bajor and the Bajorans. ... The 24th century (Gregorian Calendar) comprises the years 2301-2400. ... The 24th century (Gregorian Calendar) comprises the years 2301-2400. ... In the fictional Star Trek universe, Bajor (IPA: /bedÊ’oÉ¹/ or /beÊ’oÉ¹/) is the homeworld of the Bajorans. ... In the fictional Star Trek universe, the Cardassian Union is the formal name of the Cardassian civilization in the Alpha Quadrant. ... This article is about the Star Trek universe. ... The Bajoran Resistance took the form of small autonomous groups (cells). These people used terror tactics against their Cardassian Overseers in an attempt to free their planet. ... Rick Berman Richard Keith Rick Berman (born December 25, 1945 in New York, New York, USA) is an American television producer. ...

Religion

The Bajoran religion, also called the Way of the Prophets, is a major unifying force on the planet. This religion, unlike so many others in the galaxy, is unique in that the religious figures are in fact physical (but non-corporeal) entities, although not on the same plane of existence. see Bajoran Prophets. In the fictional Star Trek universe, the Bajoran Prophets are non-corporeal beings who inhabit the artificially constructed Bajoran wormhole which connects a distant point in the Gamma Quadrant to the Alpha Quadrant, near the planet of Bajor and the space station Deep Space Nine. ...

The Prophets, or "Wormhole Aliens" (as they are referred to by Starfleet) exist within the wormhole between the Alpha and Gamma quadrants, the Alpha end being located within the Bajoran system. This wormhole, and home of the Prophets, is referred to as the Celestial Temple by the Bajoran people. The Prophets exist as timeless beings, with their first (known) encounter with corporeal beings (specifically, Benjamin Sisko) resulting in a long and confusing conversation as to how linear time works. Their motives remain unclear; on several occasions they proclaim their disinterest in the physical world, while at other times actively participate in the physical world, most often in the general interest of Bajor and its people.

The Prophets are also believed to be the providers of sacred objects called Orbs or "Tears of the Prophets". These Orbs exist as crystalline, hour-glass shaped, glowing objects apparently floating within their containers. Though the Orbs defy scientific analysis, they stimulate what are known as "Orb Experiences", visions and images which have a measurable effect on the nervous system of humanoids. It is debatable, however, whether the Orb Experiences are, in fact, actual experiences, or merely dreams or hallucinations. Orbs known to exist include the Orbs of Wisdom, Prophecy, Change, Time, and the Emissary. The Orb of Time has an effect on physical matter, as shown by its interactions with the Starship Defiant in the episode "Trials and Tribble-ations"(DS9). Additionally, the Orb of the Emissary seems directly tied to Benjamin Sisko, who is seen as the Prophets' Emissary to Bajor.

Another aspect of the religion is that of the Pah (roughly translated as 'immortal soul'). If a person has followed the will of the Prophets, his Pah is 'clean' and he will be permitted to enter the Celestial Temple and dwell with the Prophets.

Religious practices are unclear. The Bajoran religion involves regular services which are intended to teach to the "Will of the Prophets". Meditation and prayer (either in groups or privately) are commonly used, but not strictly observed.

The hierarchy of the Bajoran faith has never been explained in great detail, though a certain amount is known:

Titles in the Bajoran religion include a 'prylar' (roughly equivalent to a Christian monk), 'ranjen' (a rank falling between Prylars and the next rank, and responsible for a variety of tasks), 'mylar' (priest or minister, mentioned in "Ties of Blood and Water"), 'vedek' (cardinal, bishop) and 'Kai' (equivalent to the pope in Roman Catholic theology). All of these ranks seem to be open both to men and women. For other uses, see Christian (disambiguation). ... St. ... Ties of Blood and Water is a fifth season episode of Star Trek: Deep Space 9. ... Kai Winn Adami of Star Trek Deep Space 9. ... Topics in Christianity Movements Â· Denominations Ecumenism Â· Preaching Â· Prayer Music Â· Liturgy Â· Calendar Symbols Â· Art Â· Criticism Important figures Apostle Paul Â· Church Fathers Constantine Â· Athanasius Â· Augustine Anselm Â· Aquinas Â· Palamas Â· Wycliffe Tyndale Â· Luther Â· Calvin Â· Wesley Arius Â· Marcion of Sinope Pope Â· Archbishop of Canterbury Patriarch of Constantinople Christianity Portal This box: The Pope (from Latin... The Roman Catholic Church, most often spoken of simply as the Catholic Church, is the largest Christian church, with over one billion members. ...

A Vedek is the second highest level, and also make up the Vedek Assembly, the committee which is responsible for the spiritual issues of the Bajoran people.

The Kai is the spiritual leader. S/He has a great deal of influence on the Bajoran government despite having no official power in that way. After Kai Opaka departed in 2369, the election of a new Kai from the members of the Vedek Assembly led to the election of Kai Winn, who remained Kai until her demise in 2375.

The central figure in the Bajoran faith is known as the 'Emissary', a being believed to be sent by the Prophets to aid Bajor. Bejamin Sisko, a human Starfleet officer, filled this role when he made first contact with the beings believed by the Bajorans to be the Prophets, and the enigmatic beings spoke to him on several other occasions, either to deliver a message or fulfill a task. Although his role was never entirely clear (and Sisko himself was visibly uncomfortable with it for the first few years), the Bajorans respected and admired Sisko as their Emissary, and he carried Bajor through several hardships. In this respect, the Emissary nominally holds even more religious and secular power than the Kai or the First Minister. For example even the politically ambitious Kai Winn sought religious guidance from the Emissary, and Akorem Laan was able to single-handedly reinstate the observance of the obsolete d'jarra caste system in 2372 when he briefly claimed the title of Emissary.

Similarly to Christianity's Lucifer, Kosst Amojan ('The Evil One') was a Prophet who was forced out of the Celestial Temple after a failed attempt to seize control, with the other Pah Wraiths. In several other incidents, the Pah Wraiths attempted to leave their physical prison (the "Caves of Fire") and return to take control of the Celestial Temple, but none of these attempts succeeded. There continues to be a minority group on Bajor who worship the Pah Wraiths as the True Prophets, but they are generally shunned as outcasts and heretics. In the fictional Star Trek universe, Pah Wraiths (also spelled Pagh Wraiths, Bajoran for Soul Wraiths) are evil Bajoran Prophets, non-corporeal life-forms, who were expelled from the Bajoran wormhole and reside in caves on the planet Bajor. ...

In another similarity to Christianity, the non-canon Deep Space Nine Relaunch novels reveal the existence of a form of 'excommunication' from the Bajoran faith: when Kira Nerys interferes in a growing civil war, despite being ordered not to do so by the Vedek Assembly, she is declared 'Attainted' and can no longer attend Bajoran services, set foot in a temple, or study from an Orb or the Bajoran sacred texts.

Language

The Bajoran written language consists of square symbols. They are fluid and are composed of thick lines. There are a large number of different symbols that can be used in any of eight rotations (normal, horizontal flipped, vertical flipped, 2 ways of diagonally flipping, 90 degree rotation, 180 degree rotation, and 270 degree rotation). This gives approximately 200 symbols in the written language. As with other forms of alien writing in Star Trek, no translation for these symbols exists. Bajoran can be written both in vertical top to bottom columns arranged right to left or in horizontal left to right lines arranged top to bottom. Modern bajoran text. ... Modern bajoran text. ...

Federation membership

In the Deep Space Nine premiere episode "Emissary," Captain Picard informs Benjamin Sisko that one of his tasks as commander of DS9 is to develop a continuing evaluation of Bajor for potential membership in the United Federation of Planets. In the non-canon Deep Space Nine relaunch novels, Bajor finally joins the Federation, with most of the Bajoran Militia being absorbed into Starfleet, and Kira Nerys receives the Starfleet rank of Captain. Space station Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (ST:DS9 or STDS9 or DS9 for short) is a science fiction television series produced by Paramount and set in the Star Trek universe. ... This article or section does not adequately cite its references or sources. ... Spoiler warning: The Deep Space Nine (DS9) relaunch is a number of novels released since 2000 detailing events involving the characters and locales portrayed in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine television series. ... This article needs additional references or sources for verification. ... Kira Nerys, played by Nana Visitor, is a main character in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. ...

Notable Bajorans

On the science-fiction television series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Opaka Sulan was the Kai or spiritual leader of the Bajorans through the latter days of the Cardassian occupation and the heady first months of freedom in 2369, Opaka determined that Siskos arrival at DS9 was in fulfillment... On the science-fiction television series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Winn Adami was the duplicitous woman who became Kai, the spiritual leader of Bajor, in 2370. ... In the fictional Star Trek universe, Bareil Antos was a Bajoran Vedek. ... Ensign (later Lieutenant) Ro Laren is a recurring character on Star Trek: The Next Generation, played by Michelle Forbes. ... Kira Nerys, played by Nana Visitor, is a main character in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. ... This is a list of characters that appeared exclusively in the television show Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and related material. ... // The following is a list of characters who played a significant part in multiple episodes of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. ... In the television show Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Tora Ziyal is the half Cardassian / half Bajoran daughter of Gul Dukat and Tora Naprem. ... Ensign Sito Jaxa Sito Jaxa is a Star Trek character, played by Shannon Fill, who is a Bajoran Starfleet officer in the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation. ... Leeta is a secondary character on Star Trek Deep Space 9. ... In the fictional Star Trek universe, Tahna Los was a Bajoran extremist belonging to the Kohn-Ma terrorist splinter cell of the Bajoran underground. ... In the fictional Star Trek-universe, Akorem Laan was a male Bajoran poet who lived during the 22nd century (Earth calendar), and was considered one of Bajors greatest poets. ...

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