Scientology

hanouda · 09-19-2007, 05:43 PM

If you had the view it was negative and one-sided I would suggest this was rather due to the fact the Scientologists didn't take the chances to address the questions of whether they were a cult instead of Panorama's treatment. Instead they tried to discredit or intimidate anyone who took an opposing view to them which made them look more clownshoes.

retired_lynlee2008 · 09-19-2007, 05:46 PM

www.xenu.net

retired_alonzo993 · 09-19-2007, 05:48 PM

if people need to believe in stories to become better people, good for them, should be allowed to believe whatever they want

retired_princess160 · 09-19-2007, 06:35 PM

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if people need to believe in stories to become better people

Example of when that really worked? Religions/cults/blind following of whatever has always lead to bad for those who are the followers. The leaders, somehow, always seem to fare well.

retired_boy_0429 · 09-19-2007, 07:20 PM

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Just wondered if anyone here actually believes in the Church of Scientology

I believe in it: I'm 100% sure the Church of Scientology exists. I'm also sure it was invented by a third-rate science fiction author as a money-making scheme.

OK, maybe second-rate on a good day.

retired_kkaigle · 09-19-2007, 07:23 PM

L. Ron has to be the coolest name for a prophet...ever.

retired_kimmymarlo · 09-19-2007, 07:23 PM

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Originally posted by Retro:
It encourages people to part with their cash and give it to those at the top... so not unlike Christianity in that respect.

I don't see why it should be treated with any more contempt than other religions.

sigh.

retired_hmarckel · 09-19-2007, 07:46 PM

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Originally posted by Taz & The Devil:
The only thing i've ever seen go into depth about scientology was South Park and what they do has basis in some fact and if so i dont see how anyone can take it seriously.

wasnt that the one where theres a long bit about the story behind scientology, with a huge flashing note underneath saying 'THIS IS WHAT THEY ACTUALLY BELIEVE'

genius!

retired_kikiiscwazy · 09-19-2007, 07:54 PM

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Originally posted by Retro:
It encourages people to part with their cash and give it to those at the top... so not unlike Christianity in that respect.

So true

michaelwoodcock · 09-20-2007, 12:35 AM

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Originally posted by Sparrows Anus:
<BLOCKQUOTE>Originally posted by Taz & The Devil:
The only thing i've ever seen go into depth about scientology was South Park and what they do has basis in some fact and if so i dont see how anyone can take it seriously.

wasnt that the one where theres a long bit about the story behind scientology, with a huge flashing note underneath saying 'THIS IS WHAT THEY ACTUALLY BELIEVE'

genius! </BLOCKQUOTE>

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