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Rationalism has a number of characteristics typical of cults. 1. Apocalyptic world view. 2. Charismatic and/or exploitative leader. 3. Insularity. 4. Esoter
by timmytokyo 2y ago
Rationalism has a number of characteristics typical of cults.
1. Apocalyptic world view.
2. Charismatic and/or exploitative leader.
3. Insularity.
4. Esoteric jargon.
5. Lack of transparency or accountability (often about finances or governance).
6. Communal living arrangements.
7. Sexual mores outside social norms, especially around the leader.
8. Schismatic offshoots.
9. Outsized appeal and/or outreach to the socially vulnerable.