Why Scientology is not a Religion
The short answer is, Scientology is not a religion because they have become what they despise. I believe Scientology has discovered an important dynamic concerning the influence of the unseen upon our physical and mental wellbeing. Their system of counseling in connection with some kind of monitoring equipment appears capable of guiding people to change their spiritual reality. How else can one explain the life changing experiences of members or why anyone would possibly stay committed to the group. Their method may warrant research and expand the scope of scientific inquiry. None of this however makes Scientology a religion. Furthermore, it grows more apparent with every new revelation that Scientology is an over controlling and abusive organization. I know, everyone wants to scream “They’re a cult. What do you expect?” Have you ever been accused of being in a cult? (But you are in a cult, blah blah blah) It is a devastating designation. True, most people are willing to give a...