America has provided fertile ground for new and alternative religions to sprout and grow. Some prosper and eventually become accepted as part of the normal religious landscape. Some wither away and are forgotten. Yet others detonate, creating public scandal and in the worst cases, national tragedy. Examine 18th and 19th century new religious movements, popularly known as cults, within the US context. Examine these religious movements from both insider perspectives and outsider perceptions. Analyze the history, practices, and beliefs of these organizations to better understand them and deconstruct misconceptions. Click here for a promo video.
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