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What makes “cults” so intriguing and frightening? What makes them powerful? The reason why so many of us binge Manson documentaries by the dozen and fall down rabbit holes researching suburban moms gone QAnon is because we’re looking for a satisfying explanation for what causes people to join - and more importantly, stay in - extreme groups. We secretly want to know: could it happen to me? Amanda Montell’s argument is that, on some level, it already has.

Emanations of the Abyss Await… INFERNAL UNION offers Luciferian initiation into the merciless realm of the Adversary in its many masks of Gnosis, through this Sinister Grimoire and The Satanic Psalms presented within. Written in Luciferian tradition, it provides a path to Self-Liberation and Illumination, culminating in an Apotheosis of the Self.Through this book, aspirants and adepts seek initiation into Cultus of Diabolos and the Great Dragon of the Abyss. Unlock a realm of Liberation, Illumination, and Apotheosis via the Satanic Psalms: dedicated rituals developed from heretical lore ...

In June, 1978, six months before the cult massacre in Jonestown, Guyana, Flo Conway and Jim Siegelman published SNAPPING, a groundbreaking investigation of the spreading epidemic of sudden, drastic personality changes that was bringing a frightening new era of personal loss and horrific human tragedies. SNAPPING went on to sell 100,000 hardcover and trade paperback copies and become a required text in high school and college classes in psychology, sociology, persuasion, mass communication, criminology, and comparative religion. Now SNAPPING is back in a new Kindle edition of the expanded ...

Behind the tall, foreboding gates of a commune in Brazil, Daniella Mestyanek Young was raised in the religious cult The Children of God, also known as The Family, as the daughter of high-ranking members. Her great-grandmother donated land for one of The Family’s first communes in Texas. Her mother, at thirteen, was forced to marry the leader and served as his secretary for many years. Beholden to The Family’s strict rules, Daniella suffers physical, emotional, and sexual abuse—masked as godly discipline and divine love—and is forbidden from getting a traditional education.

The Culture of Cults Our current malaise raises questions: • Are we all soul-stained with selfishness... or is it just a healthy survival instinct? • Where is the line between normal self-interest and full- blown Narcissism? • How do we distinguish strong leadership from manipulation? Community from Cult? Drawing upon court cases and real world experiences, this book shows how cult gurus and “cult cultures” fit a predictable pattern, a common template of destructive traits and tactics. By studying Cult Culture, the author argues, we gain insight into current politics and Fascist ...

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In this searing memoir of survival in the spirit of Stolen Innocence, the daughter of Warren Jeffs, the self-proclaimed Prophet of the FLDS Church, takes you deep inside the secretive polygamist Mormon fundamentalist cult run by her family and how she escaped it. Born into the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Rachel Jeffs was raised in a strict patriarchal culture defined by subordinate sister wives and men they must obey.

Discover a story of healing and personal transformation. Marlena’s childhood was full of contradictions. Her father was both a heroic doctor for people with leprosy and an abusive parent. Her Mennonite missionary community was both a devoted tribe and a controlling society. And Marlena longed to both be accepted in Paraguay and escape to somewhere new. In Nothing Bad Between Us, follow Marlena’s journey as she takes control of her life and learns to be her authentic self, scars and imperfections included.

As an obsessed scholar of esoteric knowledge and ancient rituals, I have meticulously compiled an Enochian Grimoire that unravels the mysteries of Astaroth Transformation Magick. Within these pages, one will discover a comprehensive guide on performing these powerful metamorphic rituals. Delving into the realm of Astaroth, a potent and enigmatic entity, this grimoire unveils the intricate steps needed to undergo transformative experiences. From invoking Astaroth's essence to harnessing its energy, this grimoire provides practitioners with the tools to unlock immense power and inner growth. ...

The name “Aleister Crowley” instantly conjures visions of diabolic ceremonies and orgiastic indulgences—and while the sardonic Crowley would perhaps be the last to challenge such a view, he was also much more than “the Beast,” as this authoritative biography shows. Perdurabo—entitled after the magical name Crowley chose when inducted into the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn—traces Crowley’s remarkable journey from his birth as the only son of a wealthy lay preacher to his death in a boarding house as the world’s foremost authority on magick.

Mania surrounding messianic prophets has defined the national consciousness since the American Revolution. From Civil War veteran and virulent anticapitalist Cyrus Teed, to the dapper and overlooked civil rights pioneer Father Divine, to even the megalomaniacal Jim Jones, these figures have routinely been dismissed as dangerous and hysterical outliers. After years of studying these emblematic figures, Adam Morris demonstrates that messiahs are not just a classic trope of our national culture; their visions are essential for understanding American history.

An encouraging memoire about leaving a controlling, legalistic religion. After spending twenty five years in the United Pentecostal Church the author shares her family's story of breaking free of the bonds of religious traditions and legalism. This book dives into the core doctrines of the United Pentecostal Church and shares scripture references and Biblical revelations of God's grace. The author goes into very personal details exploring the oppression and low self-esteem women especially face in the grips of this kind of organization. Follow her on her journey as she overcomes the ...

At the age of six, Tim Guest was taken by his mother to a commune modeled on the teachings of the notorious Indian guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh. Tim and his mother were given Sanskrit names, dressed entirely in orange, and encouraged to surrender themselves into their new family. In 1985, the movement collapsed amid allegations of mass poisonings, attempted murder, and tax evasion, and Yogesh was once again Tim. In this extraordinary memoir, Tim Guest chronicles the heartbreaking experience of being left alone on earth while his mother hunted heaven.

Discover a powerful collection designed to inspire and empower those walking the Satanic path. This book offers daily affirmations that draw from the depths of demonic wisdom, providing you with the inner strength and clarity to navigate your spiritual journey. Inside this book, you will find: - Infernal Affirmations: Start each day with a dose of dark empowerment, with affirmations crafted to resonate with those who embrace the Satanic philosophy. - Daily Rituals for Inner Strength: Each page offers a unique affirmation to bolster your resolve and amplify your personal power. - Embrace the...

In the tantalizing "Cimejes Necronomicon," readers are beckoned into an arcane realm where the esoteric powers of Enochian magic merge with the enigmatic practices of the infamous Cimejes. Within the pages of this captivating grimoire, the secrets to unlocking forbidden knowledge and untold power are revealed, offering a gateway to hidden dimensions and a shift in consciousness. Immerse yourself in the shadowy world of ancient grimoires, where the enigmatic language of Enochian is masterfully employed. Step by step, detailed rituals and incantations are meticulously crafted, offering ...

This is an Enochian Grimoire about Haagenti Prosperity Magick rituals and how to perform them. Within these pages lies a treasury of ancient wisdom and arcane knowledge, meticulously gathered over years of tireless exploration. Unveiling the hidden secrets of Haagenti Prosperity Magick, this Enochian Grimoire reveals a path towards personal abundance and financial fulfillment. Delving into the ethereal realms of Enochian Magick, one will discover potent rituals and incantations that harness the mysterious powers of Haagenti, an ancient spirit known as the harbinger of prosperity. Seekers of...

La Luz del Mundo has been called the world’s largest cult that no one has ever heard of. Sochil Martin grew up inside it. Her harrowing true story to escape and seek justice is an epic that exposes alleged crimes of biblical proportions.

Raised in the Christian patriarchy movement, Cait West was homeschooled and could only wear clothes her father deemed modest. She was five years old the first time she was told her swimsuit was too revealing, to go change. There would be no college in her future, no career. She was a stay-at-home daughter and would move out only when her father allowed her to become a wife. She was trained to serve men, and her life would never be her own.

🔥 THE INFERNAL AWAKENING 🔥 Unleash the Pandemonium Within Hidden within the abyss of your soul lurks an insatiable beast, a spark of ancient and malevolent power thirsting for release. Can you hear it—the insidious murmur, the sinister whisper in the shadows, beckoning you toward dominion? Envision harnessing an inferno so catastrophic, so immense, that reality itself crumbles before your might. This is no mere book; this is your grimoire—a hellish portal to arcane realms and sinister knowledge. As you devour its cursed words, you will awaken the eldritch energies buried within, ...

In the 1950s, a young Indianapolis minister named Jim Jones preached a curious blend of the gospel and Marxism. His congregation was racially mixed, and he was a leader in the early civil rights movement. Eventually, Jones moved his church, Peoples Temple, to northern California, where he got involved in electoral politics and became a prominent Bay Area leader. But underneath the surface lurked a terrible darkness.