If you are in a religion where all contact between members has to be done through the leaders, is it a cult?

Question

They say it's because the leaders know better the situation of each member, so members are discouraged from sharing phone numbers or e-mails.

BTW, it's a Buddhist sect, not a Christian one.

Answer 1

That would be a cult, yes. That's about control, not the best interests of the people involved.

Answer 2

i would say so. i mean show me were in the Bible it says that. i know were it says we should use one another. just because they are a leader does not make them an expert on everything.

i understand if you have a question about the Bible it is easier to get it answered by the pastor. or someone who has been in that church or belief for a while. then someone who is new. but calling another person of the church to hang out or talk to is not wrong.

i know some like mormons when you get into the temple they dont want you to talk to anyone. that is because so much is wrong and they know it. so if you cant talk to anyone about it then you eventually dont think about it.

but also the Bible says a temple first off is a place to worship and pray. so any church building is a temple. second everyone is allowed into the temple. not just those who are that belief. and also we are all Gods temple.

Answer 3

As an indicator of a dangerous cult, I would place this somewhere between shunning non members and being told to drink poisoned Kool Aid.

Answer 4

Seems kind of odd to me. If it is only on the Internet I can see why, but in person... that would be rather strange to me.

Answer 5

Anytime someone is trying to be that controlling, walk quickly away, and take as many with you as you can. They are not your friends.

Answer 6

yes very concerning in deedly doodaly

Answer 7

Is this rule in the Bible?If not it might be