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Originally Posted by Oiseau the Little Bird!
I am under the impression that most religions were established eventually. And we could always assume that every religion is a cult based on definition.
However, with the knowledge that we have now about Scientology, I don't even play the "believe in what you want so long as it doesn't hurt other people" card; There is no faith involved with Scientology -- it's about money and power. (Though arguably, so is every major religion  ) And that's what makes Scientology a cult as opposed to a religion. |
Haha! I don't know if you know this, but Hinduism was not 'established'. It's the oldest known religion, and it does not have a starting date. It has evolved from years of their caste system and collective beliefs. I guess by your logic, everything else is just a cult. And if the above quote actually sums up what you believe... I think you really need to rethink your thesis on religion. No offense, but every religion involves faith. Including Scientology. And I believe Scientology is a religion because the line between cult and religion is very fine, and very blurred.