Question 1

Explain nature new religious movements.

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Question 2

Explain the present status of Scientology.

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Question 3

Briefly discuss the new religious movements founded in the Western world.

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Question 4

Nature new religious movements support modern science and technology.

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Many new religious movements (NRMs) adopt critical or selective stances towards modern science and technology, often emphasizing spiritual or traditional knowledge over contemporary scientific understanding.

Question 5

New religious movements are always founded by a large group of people.

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New religious movements can be founded by a single individual or a small group of individuals, not always a large group of people. New religious movements can be founded by a single person or a small group of people, not necessarily a large group. Examples include Scientology, founded by L. Ron Hubbard, and the Bahá'í Faith, founded by Bahá'u'lláh.

Question 6

_________ is a Mormon temple rite of adult initiation in which blessings and knowledge are imparted.

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The endowment is a Mormon temple rite of adult initiation in which blessings and knowledge are imparted. Baptism is a separate ordinance that takes place before the endowment, and sealing refers to the practice of being married in the temple for eternity. Circumcision is not a part of Mormon temple rites. The endowment is a Mormon temple rite of adult initiation in which blessings and knowledge are imparted. Baptism is a separate ordinance that typically occurs before the endowment, while sealing refers to a separate ceremony for eternal marriage. Circumcision is not a Mormon ordinance.

Question 7

The term "new religious movements" holds out the nuanced understanding that in time some of today's new religious movements may become regarded as established religions.

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The term "new religious movements" implies that these religions are new and not yet established, but it acknowledges the possibility that they may become established religions in the future. The term "new religious movements" does acknowledge the possibility that some of these movements may become established religions in the future.

Question 8

In Falun Gong, the main "wheel" is the "wheel of law" or "wheel of dharma."

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In Falun Gong, the main "wheel" is the "Falun" or "Law Wheel." The "Wheel of Dharma" is a term used in Buddhism.

Question 9

In Unification, the late Sun Myung Moon and his wife, who can lead humanity to perfection, are called the:

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In Unification, the late Sun Myung Moon and his wife are referred to as the True Parents who can lead humanity to perfection through their teachings and guidance. Option A, Mormons, is a separate religious group, while options C and D, noble savages and Aboriginals, do not have any connection to the Unification movement. The late Sun Myung Moon and his wife are referred to as the True Parents in Unification theology, as they believe that they can lead humanity to spiritual and physical perfection. Option A (Mormons) refers to a different religious group, while options C and D (noble savages and aboriginals) do not relate to Unification theology.

Question 10

The _________ is the third scripture of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and has 138 sections, plus two "official declarations." It contains revelations on community life-some narrative, some theological, and some legal-from 1823 until 1978.

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The Doctrine and Covenants is the third scripture of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and contains revelations on community life from 1823 until 1978. The Book of Mormon is a separate scripture that tells the story of ancient American civilizations. The King James Version is a version of the Bible that is widely used in Christianity. The Pearl of Great Price is a collection of additional writings and teachings from Joseph Smith, the first prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Doctrine and Covenants is the third scripture of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and contains revelations on community life from 1823 until 1978. The Book of Mormon is a separate scripture, the King James Version is a Bible translation used by many Christians, and the Pearl of Great Price is another collection of scriptural writings used by the LDS Church.

Question 11

List seven common features of new religious movements (NRMs).

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Question 12

The most recent new religious movements to emerge in the United States are the Seventh-Day Adventists and the Jehovah's Witnesses.

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The Seventh-Day Adventists and the Jehovah's Witnesses are not new religious movements. Both have been around for over a century. The Seventh-Day Adventists and the Jehovah's Witnesses are not the most recent new religious movements to emerge in the United States. There have been several other new religious movements that have emerged in recent years.

Question 13

In Scientology, the term _________ refers to the drive for survival that encompasses eight aspects.

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In Scientology, the concept of dynamics refers to the urge for survival that encompasses eight different aspects or "dynamics." These dynamics include self, creativity, group survival, species survival, life forms, physical universe, spirituality, and infinity or God. The concept of thetans refers to the spiritual essence of a human being, while tithes and engrams are not specific terms within Scientology. The term "dynamics" in Scientology refers to the eight aspects of the drive for survival, which include survival of the self, creativity, group survival, species survival, life forms in general, physical universe, spiritual dynamic, and infinity. Thetans and engrams are also terms used in Scientology, but they do not refer to the eight dynamics of survival. Tithes are not a term used in Scientology, as the religion does not require members to give a specific percentage of their income to the church.

Question 14

The Christian Science Church accepted medical science and treatment since the time it was founded.

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The Christian Science Church was founded in the late 19th century with the belief that sickness and disease can be healed through prayer and spiritual means, and not through medical treatment. This belief is still held by many members of the church today. While some members may choose to seek medical treatment, it is not officially endorsed by the church. The Christian Science Church was founded in the mid-19th century with the belief that prayer and spiritual practices were the only means of healing, and rejected medical science and treatment. However, in more recent years, the church has softened this stance and now allows its members to seek medical treatment while still holding to their spiritual beliefs.

Question 15

According to the Nation of Islam, African Americans have descended from a tribe called _________, said to be the ancient pre-Islamic inhabitants of Mecca.

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The Nation of Islam teaches that African Americans are descendants of a tribe called the Shabazz, who they believe were the ancient pre-Islamic inhabitants of Mecca. This belief is based on the teachings of their founder, Wallace Fard Muhammad. The Nation of Islam teaches that African Americans are descendants of a tribe called Shabazz, which is believed to have originated in Mecca prior to the rise of Islam. The group's founder, Wallace Fard Muhammad, claimed that the Shabazz people were the original humans on Earth and that they had possessed advanced knowledge and technology that had been lost over time. Elijah Muhammad, who succeeded Fard as the leader of the Nation of Islam, further developed this mythology and used it to promote black pride and empowerment.

Question 16

_________, or "Energy Working," is an ancient Chinese tradition of spiritual and physical exercise.

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Qi Gong is a practice that involves breathing techniques, meditation, and gentle movements to cultivate and balance the body's energy or Qi. It is often referred to as energy working or energy healing, and it is believed to promote health, healing, and well-being. Wu wei is a Taoist concept of non-action, Tian is a term meaning heaven or celestial, and Taiji refers to a Chinese martial art and philosophy. Qi Gong is a practice that combines meditation, physical movements, and breathing exercises to cultivate and balance the body's vital energy or Qi. It is a form of energy working that has been used for thousands of years to promote health, healing, and longevity.

Question 17

The _________ is a short statement of the main beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.It teaches belief in God, the eternal Father; in Jesus Christ, God's son; and in the Holy Spirit.

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The Articles of Faith is a short statement of the main beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price are all additional scripture used by the Church, but do not contain the specific statement of beliefs found in the Articles of Faith. The Articles of Faith is a collection of 13 statements that serve as a summary of the basic beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It affirms belief in God the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost, as well as in the necessity of faith, repentance, baptism, and other principles of the gospel. The Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price are other scriptures used by the Latter-day Saints, but they do not contain the concise summary of beliefs found in the Articles of Faith.

Question 18

In Scientology, the four things that form the physical universe and trap thetans are known by the acronym:

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MEST stands for Matter, Energy, Space, and Time. According to Scientology, these four things form the physical universe and trap thetans. The correct answer is B, MEST. MEST stands for Matter, Energy, Space, and Time, which Scientology believes are the four things that make up the physical universe and keep beings (thetans) trapped in bodies.

Question 19

Falun Gong is a new religious movement that is widely accepted by the people and the government of China.

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Falun Gong is actually a spiritual movement that originated in China in the early 1990s. While it gained a significant following in China, the Chinese government banned the group in 1999 and has since been accused of persecuting its practitioners. Falun Gong is actually a new religious movement that has been persecuted and banned in China since 1999.

Question 20

Explain Neo-Paganism and Wicca.

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Quiz 13: Encountering New Religious Movements: Modern Ways to Alternative Meanings