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This volume addresses the key features of new religions, such as Scientology, the Moonies and Jihadist movements, from a systematic, comparative perspective.
Language: en
Pages: 456
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Type: BOOK - Published: 2004 - Publisher: Lion Books
A comprehensive and authoritative guide to over 200 new religions, sects and alternative spiritualities
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