Another Gospel: Alternative Religions and the New Age MovementAcademie Books, 1989 - 462 pages Ruth A. Tucker's book is a comprehensive survey of all the major alternative religions in the United States, including the new groups since the 1960s. |
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Page 24
... leaders is that of a profiteering charlatan who lives in palatial splendor . The much publi- cized instances of Rajneesh and Ma- haraj Ji may give that impression , but in most instances cult leaders live no higher than other comparable ...
... leaders is that of a profiteering charlatan who lives in palatial splendor . The much publi- cized instances of Rajneesh and Ma- haraj Ji may give that impression , but in most instances cult leaders live no higher than other comparable ...
Page 87
... leaders as well as the writings and revelations of their forebears . In 1980 , Ezra Taft Benson , who was then ... leaders and to do their own think- ing .... When our leaders speak , the thinking has been done . When they propose a plan ...
... leaders as well as the writings and revelations of their forebears . In 1980 , Ezra Taft Benson , who was then ... leaders and to do their own think- ing .... When our leaders speak , the thinking has been done . When they propose a plan ...
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... Leadership A principle meeting is usually held on Sunday and consists of two main parts . The public talk consists of ... leaders of the kingdom halls are laymen , referred to as elders , who are chosen on the basis of their faithfulness ...
... Leadership A principle meeting is usually held on Sunday and consists of two main parts . The public talk consists of ... leaders of the kingdom halls are laymen , referred to as elders , who are chosen on the basis of their faithfulness ...
Contents
Preface | 9 |
UNORTHODOX MOVEMENTS | 31 |
THE LEGACY OF JOSEPH SMITH | 49 |
Copyright | |
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