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The Blurring Lines of Fiction and Non-Fiction in Scientology's Claims

Explore the controversial assertions of L. Ron Hubbard, founder of Scientology, who claims Jesus is a mere fictional construct influenced by the alien ruler Xenu. Dive into the real-life events of Operation Snow White, where a church member infiltrated the IRS to regain tax-exempt status. Analyze the entertainment industry's skepticism toward Scientology and the implications of Christian Science's opposition to medical treatment. Understand how these beliefs intersect with personal narratives, public perceptions, and the notion of truth within religious contexts.

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The Blurring Lines of Fiction and Non-Fiction in Scientology's Claims

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  1. Cult Fiction?

  2. Fiction or Non? L. Ron Hubbard, founder of Scientology, claims that Jesus is a fictitious character planted in our human minds by alien ruler Xenu. Non

  3. Fiction or Non? Scientologist infiltrated the IRS and stole confidential documents in Operation Snow White. trying to regain tax-exempt status lost in 1967. Non

  4. Fiction or Non? The Church of Scientology is especially scoffed by those in the entertainment industry as being bogus and barbaric. Fiction

  5. Fiction or Non? Tom Cruise received criticism from the Church of Scientology for marrying outspoken non-Scientologist Katie Holmes. Fiction

  6. Fiction or Non? Proponents of Christian science believe that all sickness is a result of fear, sin, or ignorance. Non

  7. Fiction or Non? Christian Science vehemently opposes the teach of the Theory of Evolution. Fiction

  8. Fiction or Non? 44 states contain statutes that essentially make it possible for parents to refuse medical treatment for their kids in order to seek “spiritual” treatment. Non

  9. Fiction or Non? Christian Science got its beginning when a lady named Mary Baker fell in 1866, yet miraculously recovered from her serious injury. Non

  10. Fiction or Non? Mary Baker Eddy, founder of the Church of Christ, Scientist, died in poverty in 1910 She died a millionaire! Fiction

  11. Fiction or Non? Mary Baker Eddy believed that Jesus’ blood can cleanse us from all sin, not medical practice or human wisdom. Sin and death are ILLUSIONS Fiction

  12. Cult Fiction?

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