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Scientology is a system of beliefs and practices created by American pulp and science fiction Battlefield Earth home page author L. Ron Hubbard in 1952 as a self-help philosophy. By 1960 Hubbard had redefined it as a "religion by its basic tenets".HCOB 18 Apr 67 (HCOB of 21 June 1960 Revised) "Religious Philosophy and Religious Practice" The name "Scientology" is also sometimes used to refer to the Church of Scientology, which is the largest organization promoting the belief system of Scientology. There are other organizations and individuals who are not affiliated with the Church of Scientology who regard themselves as practitioners of and believers in Scientology, sometimes collectively called the Free Zone. The Church regards such independents, almost without exception, as not practicing the "true" Scientology set out by Hubbard, while many of those independents make the very same criticism about the Church.
The Church of Scientology presents itself as a religious non-profit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation of the human spirit and providing counseling and rehabilitation programs. Church spokespeople claim that Hubbard's teachings (called "Technology" or "tech" in Scientology terminology) have saved them from addictions, arthritis, depression, learning disabilities, mental illness, cancer, homosexualitySTUDENT HAT AND COMMUNICATIONS COURSE "Auditing cures neuroses, criminality, insanity, psychosomatic ills, homosexuality and drug dependence"Julie CHRISTOFFERSON v. CHURCH OF SCIENTOLOGY OF PORTLAND and other perceived problems.
The controversial organization has attracted much criticism and distrust throughout the world because of its closed nature and strong-arm tactics in handling critics. Lawmakers, including national governing bodies of several countries, have characterized the Church as an unscrupulous commercial organization, citing harassment of critics and exploitation of its members.. Scientology's principles have been characterized as pseudoscientific by scientists, medical doctors and psychotherapeutic practitioners. Although some religious scholars consider Scientology a religion, it has frequently been perceived as a cult and a pseudoreligion. Scientology: Cult of Greed and power
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Explosive series on Scientology - Baltimore Sun
Tue, 23 Jun 2009 21:31:52 -0000
guardian.co.ukExplosive series on ScientologyBaltimore SunMonday's installment detailed the last days of Lisa McPherson, a Scientologist who died in 1995 after 17 days in the care of the church. ...Scientology exposed as newspaper, former members defy church ...Examiner.comNew report blasts the Church of ScientologyThe Tech HeraldNewspaper series alleges 'physical violence' by leaders of Church ...USA TodayThe Associated Press -Catholic Online -guardian.co.uk -Tampabay.comall 399 news articles »
Scientology's "Flirty Fishing" Experiment in Advertising - Daily Kos
Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:34:10 -0000
Scientology's "Flirty Fishing" Experiment in AdvertisingDaily KosScientologists apparently took notice and with their new advertising campaign are using attractive females to be the "lustmodels" for their social ...and more »
Is Scientology's Wall Cracking? - Daily Beast
Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:42:37 -0000
Is Scientology's Wall Cracking?Daily BeastVince Bucci / Getty Images Several recent high-profile Scientology defections have led some to wonder whether one of the church's most visible members, ...and more »
Newspaper alleges Scientology leadership is harsh, violent - USA Today
Wed, 24 Jun 2009 11:55:37 -0000
PR-Inside.com (Pressemitteilung)Newspaper alleges Scientology leadership is harsh, violentUSA TodayIt's a massive examination of the religious, cultural, financial and legal history of Scientology since the group moved its headquarters to Clearwater. ...Scientology Expose Sheds New Light on Member's DeathCatholic OnlineScientology Fair Game: Still In UseDaily KosScientology in France Mobilized for Human RightsPR-Inside.com (Pressemitteilung)all 5 news articles »
Scientology : Peaches Geldof may be the latest celeb endorser! - Entertainment and Showbiz!
Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:28:00 -0000
Scientology : Peaches Geldof may be the latest celeb endorser!Entertainment and Showbiz!Peaches Geldof has been studying Scientology for nine months and may be the latest celeb endorser, it has emerged. The religious rumours were sparked when ...and more »
Fox's axed man blames Scientologists - New York Daily News
Sun, 14 Jun 2009 08:34:35 -0000
New York Daily NewsFox's axed man blames ScientologistsNew York Daily NewsRupert Murdoch, Chairman of News Corp., is reported to have bristled a few years back when Scientologists tried to recruit his son Lachlan. ...Cruise, Preston deny involvement in anti-scientology journalist's ...SifyDid Rupert Murdoch and the Scientologists Leak Wolverine?ScreenCrave.comDid Scientologists Get Roger Friedman Fired?New York MagazineNews in Film -/FILM -Cinema Blendall 37 news articles »
Another Look at Scientology - A former member takes a critical look at both sides of the Scientology controversy.
Meta Description: [ Former Scientology member aims to debunk the myths surrounding the alternative religion on BOTH sides ]
Beliefnet: Scientology - Background and history, What Scientologists Believe and message boards for discussion by believers, critics, and the curious. Primarily focused on CoS.
Meta Description: [ Beliefnet Presents a Comprehensive Look in to Scientology: Beliefs and Practices ]
FAQ: Books and Tapes on Scientology - A thorough listing of Scientology and Dianetics materials. Includes a bibliography of books, tapes and films.
Ontario Consultants on Religious Tolerance: Scientology - Description of Scientology, its history, its founder, controversy about the Church, religious recognition in various countries.
Meta Description: [ The concept of God, as viewed by Christianity and other monotheistic religions ]
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Purification Rundown Procedure - Solution to drug dependency through the elimination of drug and biochemical residues in the body; developed by L. Ron Hubbard.
Meta Description: [ L. Ron Hubbard’s Purification program is the solution to the blight of drugs. Hundreds of thousands of people have been freed from the harmful effects of drugs and other toxins through its use. ]
Study Technology - L. Ron Hubbard's research and on the subject of study. Animated tutorial for kids on how to improve study skills.
Meta Description: [ L. Ron Hubbard: Study Technology (Study Tech) for effective learning and education. ]
The Aberree - A homegrown, strictly unofficial newsletter that billed itself as the non-serious voice of Scientology. Grassroots perspective on Dianetics and Scientology in the 1950s and 60s. Complete archive.
Meta Description: [ The Aberree was a 'zine, or newletter, published from 1954 through 1965. The editor, Alphia Hart, and the publisher, Agnes Hart, put out ten issues a year. ]
The Creed of the Church of Scientology - Core beliefs, including Scientologist views on mental health and freedom of speech. Applies to both the Church of Scientology and freezoners.
Meta Description: [ The Scientology creed, by L. Ron Hubbard, expresses what Scientologists believe and how Scientology views the role of religion in society. ]
The Dynamics - Outlines the eight dynamics, levels of the urge to survive.
Meta Description: [ Scientology technology to help with such things as drugs, relationships, children, career, study and education, self esteem, depression, anxiety, stress and communication. ]
The Religious Movements Page: Church of Scientology - Profile of the group, including history, teachings, and an overview of past controversies.
The Tone Scale - Assigns numerical values to emotional states on a continuum from total failure to serenity of beingness. Explanation, and includes a cartoon version of the full scale.
Meta Description: [ Scientology technology to help with such things as drugs, relationships, children, career, study and education, self esteem, depression, anxiety, stress and communication. ]
The Truth About Scientology - Information about technology within and outside the CoS, Church of Scientology's declining statistics, alterations to Hubbard's writings, revisionist history, and related topics.
Meta Description: [ Do you have the whole truth about Scientology? Get the REAL info on their declining statistics, alterations to Hubbard's writings, and revisionist history. What's the truth about Scientology? ]
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