Religions that are labeled as cults are attractive in that they offer a strong sense of belonging to a group. The fact that the rest of the world does not understand or share the group's beliefs reinforces the bonding of individual members to the group.
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 gang: a group of people with mutual interest.A cult: a group of people with religious beliefs.
whorship the devil which is an abomination to GOD.
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.
In its time, the new Christian denomination called the Quakers had unusual beliefs. Perhaps the most controversial of them was their pacifist beliefs. As such they did not believe in wars and refused to bear arms or support wars. In a militaristic colonial empire of the British, this was heresy.
The term "Akashic" typically refers to the Akashic Records, a concept in spiritual and metaphysical beliefs that suggests a compendium of all knowledge and experiences in the universe. While some groups or individuals may interpret or use the concept in ways that could resemble cult-like behavior, the Akashic Records themselves are not inherently linked to any cult. Whether a specific organization or group around the Akashic concept is a cult would depend on its practices, beliefs, and the dynamics within the group.
Emanuel Swedenborg was an 18th-century philosopher and theologian whose writings have inspired the formation of the Swedenborgian Church. While some may label it a cult due to its unique beliefs and practices, it is more accurately described as a religious movement or denomination with a focus on spiritual interpretation and personal experience of God. The church emphasizes rational thought and individual spiritual exploration, distinguishing it from traditional cult characteristics. Ultimately, whether it is viewed as a cult can depend on one's perspective on religious beliefs.
The cult of the dead refers to religious or spiritual practices that focus on reverence and veneration of deceased individuals. Different cultures and religions have various beliefs and rituals associated with honoring the dead, such as ancestor worship or offerings to deceased loved ones.
yep Sonic the hedgehog runs very fast. The cult members held fast to their beliefs .
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Mennonites are not considered a cult; they are a Christian denomination that emerged from the Anabaptist movement in the 16th century. They emphasize principles such as pacifism, community living, and a commitment to following the teachings of Jesus. While some may view their practices and beliefs as unconventional compared to mainstream Christianity, they are recognized as a legitimate religious group with diverse beliefs and practices.
In early Christian times, Christianity was highly fragmented. Gradually, two main branches developed - what is now called the proto-Catholic-Orthodox branch and the Gnostic branch. Gnosticism, by its very nature, coulkd never become united under one set of beliefs, and never had a strong, disciplined hierarchy. Because of this, Constantine saw Gnosticism as of no benefit to the governance of the empire, and merely undermining the unity of Christianity. Thus, the Gnostics did not receive state patronage and their beliefs were strongly discouraged. The Catholic-Orthodox branch of Christianity developed into the Christian Church we know today.Prior to the time of Constantine it may not have been evident that the Catholic-Orthodox branch would succed over Gnosticism. For that reason, it could be misleading to refer to Gnosticism as a cult. Because there was no single Gnostic Church, it would not have been a sect (school) of Christianity, but could perhaps be referred to a a group of sects.AnswerGnosticism and the beliefs arising from it are cults. AnswerSome claim that Gnosticism is a cult, yet a cult by definition is a set of collectivist views shared by all members. Gnostics are INDIVIDUALISTS. An Individualist can not be a cult member because it conflicts with the definition of a cult. I suggest you do a little more research before you label the Gnostic beliefs as a cult. Remember, they were put to death because the essentially "knew too much" and questioned the tyrannical power of the catholic church so they were exterminated. They believed that God encompassed all things and the path to God was within yourself. Like I said INDIVIDUALISTS not cult or collectivists. Just because someone has opposing beliefs to you does not make them a cult