The Family does not consider itself a cult, although some have branded it as such. The Family are missionaries spread out in many countries around the world. It began as the Children of God in the late 60s and has gone through many changes through the years. Its members live communally in homes, usually anywhere from 8 to 30 or so people in each home, including children. Adults do not hold what they call "system jobs" but devote all their time to fundraising and missionary activities, and children are usually home schooled. The Family believes in born again Christianity and proselytizing, but holds some very liberal views towards the acceptability of sex between consenting adults, which has caused mainstream Christianity to reject them.
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.
A cult is a group that shares a common religious practice.
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.
A religious faction is a subgroup within a larger religious community that holds distinct beliefs, practices, or interpretations of faith. These factions may differ from the mainstream teachings of the religion and can sometimes lead to internal conflicts or divisions within the religious community.
No, he is a religious figure.
A small religious community is typically referred to as a cult or sect.
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.
The web address of the International Museum Of Muslim Cult is: http://www.muslimmuseum.org
The phone number of the International Museum Of Muslim Cult is: 601-960-0440.
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.
Christianity byfar
a black religious cult from the Caribbean