Can someone explain Scientology to me, and why it seems to be catching on with celebrities?

Answer 1

watch the infamous "Scientology" episode of "South Park". They explained it so well, Isaac Hayes, a scientologist, quit the show.

Answer 2

From Wikipedia: Scientology is a system of beliefs and practices created by American pulp fiction author L. Ron Hubbard in 1952 as a self-help philosophy. By 1960 Hubbard had redefined it as a "religion by its basic tenets". The Church of Scientology, by far the largest organization promoting the belief system of Scientology, is sometimes referred to simply as "Scientology".

As to why it's catching on with celebrities, it could be viewed as either an effective means of channeling one's personal energies into a more satisfying existence or a way to make some extra dough. There are those who contend that many top celebrities are compensated for their role in Scientology. Arguments for both sides of this exist all over the web.

Answer 3

Scientology is a applied religious philosophy developed by Ameican philosopher L Ron Hubbard(LRH).

By actual demographic studies, it is the fastest growing religion in the history of mankind. So, it catching up not only with celebreties, but with others as well.

Scientology seeks to deal with religion in a scientific manner. As LRH himself once put it,"We have restored to humanities the exactitude of science."

For more information, you can visit www.scientology.org and find your nearest Scientology Centre and may be go there and watch the "Introduction To Scientology" video.

And you may as well find a great new world opening up.

Answer 4

Scientology is a system of beliefs and practices created by American pulp fiction author L. Ron Hubbard in 1952 as a self-help philosophy. By 1960 Hubbard had redefined it as a "religion by its basic tenets". The Church of Scientology, by far the largest organization promoting the belief system of Scientology, is sometimes referred to simply as "Scientology".

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, homosexuality 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 have deemed Scientology a religion it has frequently been perceived as a cult and a pseudoreligion.

There are approximately 55,000 Scientology adherents in the United States according to a survey published by the U.S. Census bureau. The worldwide number of adherents is disputed. The Church of Scientology claims between 8 to 10 million followers. Adherents.com suggests there may be 500,000 adherents worldwide while other groups say the number is likely to be less than 100,000 in total.

Answer 5

it is a completley retarded religion that was made by a science fiction writer and the only reasons celebrities are going to it is because the corporation which "SELLS" it s books about its religion are extremely expensive and the are extremely rich so they can afford to pay celebrities to say they are into scientology so people that like thos celebs will follow them into and get more interested in the religion but if you realy read there books you realize how BS that crap is

Answer 6

Find the alternative view to the scientology website here:

http://www.clambake.org

Celebrities are just as stupid as the rest of us, and just as susceptible to cults. Celebrities love fads and having wierd 'spiritual' practices, it gets them more media coverage.

Answer 7

Its based on a sci fi writers books. No one knows why they believe what they do, its just who you are. People like Tom Cruise give it a bad name. It works for people like John Travolta. So to answer your question, NO CLUE.

Answer 8

good luck with your question

Answer 9

devil worshiping

Answer 10

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