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The People's Temple was a religious organization founded by Jim Jones in the 1950s, initially promoting social justice and racial equality. It gained notoriety in the 1970s for its communal living and socialist ideals, attracting a diverse membership. The group became infamous after the tragic mass suicide and murder of over 900 members in Jonestown, Guyana, in 1978, which was orchestrated by Jones. This event remains one of the largest mass fatalities in American history, highlighting the dangers of cults and authoritarian leadership.
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What has the author Rebecca Moore written?
Rebecca Moore has written: 'The Jonestown Letters' 'Understanding Jonestown and Peoples Temple' -- subject(s): History, Jonestown Mass Suicide, Jonestown, Guyana, 1978, Peoples Temple 'In defense of Peoples Temple-- and other essays' -- subject(s): Peoples Temple 'New Religious Movements, Mass Suicide, and Peoples Temple' 'Voices of Christianity'
Who was Jones?
the American founder of the Peoples Temple
Who was Jim Jones?
the American founder of the Peoples Temple
What is the name of the town in which Peoples Temple committed a mass suicide in?
George town Guyana
When the Jewish exiles returned home to rebuild the temple what did the neighbors do?
The neighboring peoples harassed them.
Why is the temple of Delphi important?
The temple of Delphi held the Oracle, a young woman who could communicate the future from the Greek god Apollo and provide solutions to peoples problems
What are the release dates for The American Experience - 1988 Jonestown The Life and Death of the Peoples Temple 19-11?
The American Experience - 1988 Jonestown The Life and Death of the Peoples Temple 19-11 was released on: USA: 9 April 2007 Finland: 11 September 2007
What was the name of the cult group?
My best guess would .be: Temple of the People or Peoples Church, google for more information
What should a kid name his political party?
I vote for Freedom Club, Peoples temple, SLA or the Skulls if you will attend Yale
What makes the Golden Temple so different from a Gurdwara?
The golden temple is different from a gurdwara because the golden temple is made out of gold and gurdwaras can be anywhere, eg. in peoples houses, anywhere that has a Gur uGranth Sahib, but the golden temple is v. famous, and Sikhs come from all over the world to see it, and to worship in it hope this helps =]
What were some of the practices of the peoples temple?
The Peoples Temple, founded by Jim Jones in the 1950s, was known for its emphasis on communal living, racial integration, and social justice. Members participated in group activities, including communal meals and meetings that promoted Jones's ideology. The Temple also practiced a form of religious devotion that included the use of "white nights," during which members were subjected to intense psychological pressure and loyalty tests. Ultimately, these practices culminated in the tragic mass suicide in Jonestown in 1978.
What is a zaggurat?
A ziggurat is a type of tall, layered temple that was built by some ancient peoples. This structure was the center of the town and included additional rooms for training and worship.
