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schools of Hinduism (Molloy 485). Even though Hubbard does not use the words “nirvana, karma, or enlightenment”, his religion is trying to do this by reaching the state of liberation (Molloy 486). This religion is an applied “religious philosophy” and considers man to be more than just his physical self (The Church of Scientology 3). Scientology was developed by L. Ron Hubbard in 1954 (Molloy 485). He lived from 1911 to 1986 (Molloy 485). Mr. Hubbard was actually a world renowned science-fiction

Scientology is a collection of beliefs and practices that were created by science fiction writer L. on Hubbard. It began in 1952 and was based off one of Hubbard’s previous works, Dianetics. Hubbard recognized the organization as a religion from the beginning and quickly began campaigned for it to be legally recognized as one as well. In 1953 he incorporated the collection of beliefs into The Church of Scientology and based the new church out of Camden, New Jersey. (Melton, 1992) Scientology’s beliefs

the seeking of self-knowledge and spiritual fulfillment through graded courses of study and training. (Google) Scientology was founded in 1954, by Lafayette Ronald Hubbard. A man who wrote and published Dianetics, aka the bible of Scientology.The church’s beliefs and practices are based off of Dianetics, and the teachings of Rodn L. Hubbard. Scientologists say they believe that through religious training such as auditing and spending time at the church they will reach a state of clear, as well as recall

rituals” into the devotion (Merriam-Webster Dictionary). Scientology is structured solely around the worship of L. Ron Hubbard, the founder of the “religion”. Hubbard wrote books and created ideas that are worshiped by scientologists. Through Hubbards ideas and works of literature he created a dystopia like cult. With his six book on “knowing how to know” is the “God” of Scientology. Hubbard wanted his creation to be acknowledged as a religious institution and therefore receive all benefits that religions

schools of Hinduism (Molloy 485). Even though Hubbard does not use the words “nirvana, karma, or enlightenment”, his religion is trying to do this by reaching the state of liberation (Molloy 486). This religion is an applied “religious philosophy” and considers man to be more than just his physical self (Staff of the Church of Scientology 3). Scientology was developed by L. Ron Hubbard in 1954 (Molloy 485). He lived from 1911 to 1986 (Molloy 485). Mr. Hubbard was actually a world renowned science-fiction

Due to their ambiguity secretive religions open themselves up to many misconceptions and issues especially when concerning the law. In my research paper I will identify a religion that has had problems arise due to their secretive nature. I popular culture secrecy breed’s suspicion. Religion in particular is expected in the west to be open, honest and welcoming, based largely on the model of Christianity. Plenty of religions involve secrecy, where believers are told things forbidden to outsiders

Scientopia By most, if not all, of today's standards, death is not an appropriate crime for thinking poorly of someone. George Orwell's 1984 is a fictional novel that shows how a totalitarian government can control every aspect of life including thoughts, punishable by death. Most members of the society see it as a utopia for the fact that all are equal and no crimes and laws exist. However, a utopia is a rarity in the real world and fictional novels. They always seem to fall apart and develop into

By most, if not all, of today's standards, death is not an appropriate crime for thinking badly of someone. George Orwell's 1984 is a fictional novel that shows how a totalitarian government can control every aspect of life including thoughts, punishable by death. Most members of the society see it as a utopia for the fact that all are equal and no crimes and laws exist. However, a utopia is a rarity in the real world and fictional novels. They always seem to fall apart and develop into a dystopian

The documentary ‘Going Clear’ is focused on the Church of Scientology. Some of the important figures in the documentary included Paul Haggis, Lawrence Wright, Sara Goldberg, Spanky Taylor, and Marthy Rathbun (Going Clear). In this documentary, these former scientologists were interviewed about their personal experiences, where they revealed information about what actually happened behind the doors of the Church. The documentary was based on Lawrence Wright’s book, ‘Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood

its numerous beliefs and extensive practices, but also involves its members in ceremonies and holidays. Scientology came about in several stages. The idea behind this religion officially came about in the late 1940s, when founder, Lafayette Ronald Hubbard, began writing and developing manuscripts on his idea of Dianetics. The interest of scientology grew with the publication of Hubbard’s Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health on May 9, 1950. By February of 1954, Scientology became an established