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What is a cult and its effect?
A cult is a group that shares a common religious practice.
What is the difference between a gang and a cult?
A gang: a group of people with mutual interest.A cult: a group of people with religious beliefs.
What is a cult and who is a leader?
A cult is a small group of people who follow their own religious beliefs. The leader of the cult is the leader who makes and enforces the rules of the cult.
Are the shakers a cult?
No, the Shakers were a religious sect that originated in the 18th century and are known for their communal living, celibacy, and ecstatic dancing. While they had unique beliefs and practices, they are not considered a cult by most definitions.
Is the Buddhist group SGI a cult or are they a recognized religious group?
BOTH. It's a religious group and to many, it's a cult as well. I grew up in it and it destroyed my family. To this day, my mother chants Daimoku over 3 hours a day, is in debt, lost everything and is a bitter person. It goes to prove that chanting WON'T change everything as they promise. Google SGI + cult and see what comes up. It's no surprise.
What is a small religious community called?
A small religious community is typically referred to as a cult or sect.
A religious cult would be considered a?
A religious cult would be considered a group with extreme or deviant beliefs, a charismatic leader who exerts control over its members, and practices that may harm or exploit followers psychologically, socially, or financially.
Is the Community of Christ Church is a cult group?
That depends on your definition of a cult. The technical definition of a cult is "A system of religious veneration and devotion directed toward a particular figure or object." by this definition, nearly every faith or religious group is a cult! The Community of Christ is a relatively small group which split off from another faith (Mormonism), but they are very open about their beliefs and most of their doctrines align with mainstream Christianity. They do not live on compounds or closed societies and participate in mainstream society. Check out the "Related Links" to go to their official website.
What is another name for cult?
The world "cult" comes from Latin "cultus" which meant an unofficial or homegrown religion. The word has a number of meanings in modern usage, the most common of which is "a religious group I don't like." In the sense of a small religious subgroup, sect is a similar word.
Is god a cult figure?
No, he is a religious figure.
Was Joseph smith a cult leader?
Joseph Smith was a religious leader. Whether or not you believe that the religion he lead or that all religious are cult-like is your opinion.
What is the opposite of cult?
Independence. A cult is a group, so being alone.
