Tag: cults

The DVD “Cults: an Educational Volume” is now available for free on YouTube

Published February 28, 2023 By admin with Comments 1

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged Cult Education Institute, cult expert, cults, educational video, psychological research, Rick Alan Ross

This educational video about cults was once sold as a DVD by the Cult Education Institute, but is now available for free on YouTube. It's a detailed examination of how destructive cults operate. The most pressing questions about cult behavior,…[Continue Reading...]

How powerful ancient Chinese cults threatened the regimes of the day, and even hastened the end of dynasties

Published February 27, 2023 By admin with Comments 1

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged China, cults, historical cults, history, rebellions

A tapestry of the Taiping Rebellion, a widespread civil war in southern China from 1850 to 1864, led by heterodox Christian convert Hong Xiuquan, who claimed to be Jesus Christ’s younger brother. Photo: Getty Images. A tapestry of the Taiping…[Continue Reading...]

Police arrest four over Osun cult killings

Published February 24, 2023 By admin with Comments 1

Categorized as Cult Crimes Tagged Africa, criminal arrests, cults, gangs

The Osun State Police Command on Wednesday said four persons had been arrested in connection with a mayhem which occurred in the Ilesa area of the state and claimed some lives. A statement by the command’s spokesperson, Yemisi Opalola, condemned…[Continue Reading...]

A terrifying cult that is still active today

Published February 22, 2023 By admin with Comments 1

Categorized as Cult Crimes Tagged cult leaders, cults, Luc Jouret, mass suicide, Order of the Solar Temple

In today's world, we frequently hear about various cults that have emerged throughout history, each with its own set of beliefs and practices. However, one cult stands out as particularly frightening, not only for its bizarre practices but also for…[Continue Reading...]

How a Newfoundland woman found herself trapped in a cult by her ex-husband: Christine Faour sharing story of her life with the Advanced Training Institute

Published February 22, 2023 By admin with Comments 1

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged abuse, cult, cults, former member, personal account

CORNER BROOK, N.L. — Looking back at her life as a follower of the Advanced Training Institute, Christine Faour believes she was “ripe for the picking” to be swept into a life in what she now recognizes as a cult.…[Continue Reading...]

Sodales Augustales: Rome’s Elite Imperial Cult Dedicated to the Emperor

Published February 21, 2023 By admin with Comments 1

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged Ancient cults, cult of the emperor, cults, Roman Empire

The Sodales Augustales were a religious organization in ancient Rome dedicated to the worship of the emperor. Composed of prominent citizens, they served as ambassadors and reinforced the emperor's divine status, contributing to the unity and stability of the empire.…[Continue Reading...]

The making of the paedophile prophet: How, 30 years ago, a Bible-obsessed loner transformed himself into an all-powerful cult leader, taking child brides, stealing his followers’ wives – and triggering the Waco massacre

Published February 18, 2023 By admin with Comments 1

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged cults, David Koresh, murder suicide, Texas, Waco Davidian standoff, Waco Davidians

At 9.48am on a misty February morning, a lawyer raced to his office and rang the emergency services. 'There are 75 men around our building shooting at us!' Wayne Martin shrieked. Gunfire was clearly audible in the background. The number…[Continue Reading...]

Aussie father lured into a notorious sect which beat and brainwashed his children before they were torn apart reveals how he finally escaped – while his ex-wife remains in its clutches

Published February 17, 2023 By admin with Comments 1

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged abuse, Australia, child abuse, cult leader, cults, Eugene Spriggs, Twelve Tribes

An Australian family who managed to escape a notorious sect have revealed the horrific punishments they endured as children. In 1999, the Klein family comprising of Tessa, her brother Bryson, their father Matt and their mother, were invited to join…[Continue Reading...]

Examining Violent Extremism in Nigeria

Published February 16, 2023 By admin with Comments 1

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged analysis, cults, gangs, Nigeria, violence

As the world celebrates the first annual International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism, Ugo Aliogo examines the efforts of the federal government in the fight against violent extremist groups like Boko Haram and ISWAP who have wreak havoc…[Continue Reading...]

Valentine’s Day: Nine killed in Rivers cult clash

Published February 15, 2023 By admin with Comments 1

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged cults, gangs, murders, Nigeria

No fewer than nine persons were killed following a cult clash between rival groups in Ikata, Upata kingdom in Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State. It was learnt that the two factions in the community, who exchanged gunfire…[Continue Reading...]