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I mean, that’s the classical definition of a cult. But a modern definition of a cult is a group of people living under an authoritarian religious leader.
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I’m not a big fan of using the word cult anymore because it’s definition is so dilutes. I like the term High Control Group. It’s a lot more transparent as to what it is. Fits basically everything classically considered a cult, and leaves out the more benign religions that aren’t hurting anyone
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“Benign religions that aren’t hurting anyone”
Ain’t. No. Such. Thing.
Religions cannot exist without an outgroup to reject together.
Just like you can’t become a Dolphins fan without hating the Jets (or Spurs/Arsenal or whatever rivals you have locally).
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