Dianetics: The Evolution of a Science is L. Ron Hubbard's
own story revealing how he arrived at his
discovery of the Reactive Mind that underlies and
enslaves Man.
Written to coincide with the release of Dianetics:
The Modern Science of Mental Health, Evolution of a Science
was originally published as a book-length feature in a national
magazine. The issue sold out within days, triggering thousands of
letters and creating a storm of interest that grew into a worldwide
phenomenon. Dianetics: The Evolution of a Science contains the only
account of:
- How the optimum computing machine -- the mind -- works
- How Ron discovered Basic Personality
- How the Dynamic Principle of
Existence -- SURVIVE! -- was first isolated
- How wrong answers enter into the mind and are held
down, giving further wrong answers
- How there seem to be "Demons" of the mind
- How the engram was discovered
- How Dianetics techniques were developed
That's why Evolution of a Science is the story of the greatest
adventure of all -- the exploration that discovered the Reactive
Mind and the technology to conquer it. He wrote it so you would
know.

This is an exploration of 'new' religious movements which have originated since 1950, setting them within their social and cultural context. "New Religious Movements: A Guide for the Perplexed" examines the phenomenon of new faiths and alternative spiritualities which has become a feature of the contemporary world. Those interested in the spiritual dimension to life are no longer limited to the major world faiths, but can draw upon a rapidly-expanding range of new religions. Some of these are derived from the major religions, some are a reworking of ancient traditions, while others signify a completely new departure in spiritual experience. This book analyses the concepts we use to discuss new religions, and surveys a range of different movements which were established in the second half of the 20th century. Paul Oliver explores the organization of the movements, and the psychological aspects of life within them; the distribution of power and authority within movements; the position of women in relation to such organizations; and finally, the nature of the evolution and expansion of such movements in relation to post-modern society. This book is ideal for students wishing to understand the more perplexing elements of this contemporary phenomenon. "Continuum's Guides for the Perplexed" are clear, concise and accessible introductions to thinkers, writers and subjects that students and readers can find especially challenging - or indeed downright bewildering. Concentrating specifically on what it is that makes the subject difficult to grasp, these books explain and explore key themes and ideas, guiding the reader towards a thorough understanding of demanding material.

Churches in North America are bigger than ever, but their slow rate of growth cannot keep up with population increases. Existing churches simply cannot add enough new believers! The good news is that by multiplying--steadily and strategically planting new churches that, in turn, plant new churches--the global Church creates more of what Ralph Moore calls harvest points. In How to Multiply Your Church, Pastor Moore shows church leaders and pastors why multiplication is the key to growing God's global kingdom in their communities, and he offers them proven methods for implementing multiplication in their existing churches. Countless leaders have found an indispensable resource in starting a new church because of Pastor Moore's vast firsthand experience and practical wisdom. How to Multiply Your Church is the next leap forward for those who long to see God's kingdom increase.

In the first edition of The Mormon Mirage, Latayne C. Scott shared her remarkable journey out of Mormonism as she uncovered shocking inaccuracies, inconsistencies, and contradictions in the faith she had loved and lived. Thirty years later, Mormonism and Mormon scholarship have evolved with the times. In this third, revised and updated edition of her well-known book, Scott keeps pace with changes and advances in Mormonism, and reveals formidable new challenges to its claims and teachings. The Mormon Mirage provides fascinating, carefully documented insights into *DNA research s withering implications for the Book of Mormon *the impact of new revelations on Latter-day Saint (LDS) race relations *new findings about Mormon history *increasing publicity about LDS splinter groups, particularly polygamous ones *recent disavowals of long-held doctrines by church leadership *the rise of Mormon apologetics on the Internet More than a riveting, insider s scrutiny of the Mormon faith, this book is a testimony to the trustworthiness of Scripture and the grace of Jesus Christ."

Dianetics: The Original Thesis is L. Ron Hubbard's
first description of Dianetics. Originally circulated
in manuscript form to a few friends, it was soon
copied and passed hand-to-hand until it literally
circled the globe. But the resultant word of mouth
only fueled the fire. With thousands of letters requesting more
information, Ron concluded the only way to answer all inquiries
was with a book. That book was Dianetics: The Modern Science
of Mental Health, now the all-time bestseller on the mind. Find
out what started it all. For here are the bedrock discoveries and
equations of Dianetics, including:
- The Primary Axioms of Dianetics -- axioms upon which
the entire subject is built
- The discovery of the Dynamic Principle of Existence that
drives all life forms -- SURVIVE!
- The Four Dynamics by which life is compartmented and
which determine one's survival
- The discovery and anatomy of the Reactive Mind
- Engrams, the single source of all irrational behavior
- The powerful command in every engram which
prevented their discovery and handling before Dianetics
- The Analytical Mind, its function and operation
- The first description of the state of Clear, its attributes
and potentials
- And, most important, the Laws of Returning --containing
the explanation of both how and why auditing works
Here, then, are the fundamental breakthroughs Ron used
to make the first Clears -- breakthroughs which made possible the
development of technology for use by every individual to begin the
clearing of a planet, breakthroughs only containedin Dianetics:
The Original Thesis.

La iglesia esta enfrentando su mayor crisis ---y su mayor oportunidad--- en este mundo post-moderno y post-cristiano. Dios esta invitando a 'personas imperfectas' de espiritu curioso a aliarse a su iglesia... pero, como las estamos recibiendo? Este libro lo ayudara a destruir las cinco grandes barreras que existen entre las generaciones emergentes y su iglesia, creando la cultura adecuada. Contiene desde historias reales de personas que estuvieron lejos de Dios, hasta ideas practicas que aplican a cualquier iglesia."

Visually organized, essential information on the many cults, sects, and movements throughout today's religious landscape. This collection of charts gives Christians both the overview and the details on the most significant groups, starting with facts about history, membership, worship practices, leaders, and publications for each group. You'll also find the group's doctrinal position presented in its own words, together with the orthodox view in easy-to-read comparison charts. Perfect for enhancing every type of teaching and learning situation and style, including homeschooling curricula and tutoring, church classes and Sunday school. Notable groups include: Christian Identity Movement Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-Day Saints Eckankar Freemasonry Jehovah's Witnesses Mind Science groups New Age Movement Unification Church United Pentecostal Church The Way International and many more. ZondervanCharts are ready references for those who need the essential information at their fingertips. Accessible and highly useful, the books in this library offer clear organization and thorough summaries of issues, subjects, and topics that are key for Christian students and learners. The visuals and captions will cater to any teaching methodology, style, or program.

The Unification Church and its founder, Dr. Sun Myung Moon, have been in the center of controversy because of their recruiting practices, their financial holdings, and their authoritarian style--including arranged, mass marriages. Most controversial in terms of its teachings in Dr. Moon's claim to be a new Messiah who will finish what Jesus left 'undone.' Is he the Messiah, and is his Diving Principle the third testament of the Bible? Why this series? This is an age when countless groups and movements, old and new, mark the religious landscape in our culture, leaving many people confused or uncertain in their search for spiritual truth and meaning. Because few people have the time or opportunity to research these movements fully, these books provide essential information and insights for their spiritual journeys. All books but the summary volume, Truth and Error, contain five sections: -A concise introduction to the group being surveyed -An overview of the group s theology --- in its own words -Tips for witnessing effectively to members of the group -A bibliography with sources for further study -A comparison chart that shows the essential differences between biblical Christianity and the group -Truth and Error, the last book in the series, consists of parallel doctrinal charts compiled from all the other volumes. -Three distinctives make this series especially useful to readers: -Information is carefully distilled to bring out truly essential points, rather than requiring readers to sift their way through a sea of secondary details. -Information is presented in a clear, easy-to-follow outline form with menu bar running heads. This format greatly assists the reader in quickly locating topics and details of interest. -Each book meets the needs and skill levels of both nontechnical and technical readers, providing an elementary level of refutation and progressing to a more advanced level using arguments based on the biblical text. The writers of these volumes are well qualified to present clear and reliable information and help readers to discern truth from falsehood."

Este es uno de cuatro libros de referencia de una serie acerca de algunas de las sectas de la actualidad escritos por el mismo autor. Este libro vierte luz sobre el mormonismo, los Testigos de Jehova (ruselismo), la Iglesia de la Unificacion (seguidores de Moon), la meditacion trascendental y muchas sectas mas."

The only book to examine the origins of Scientology's current leader, RUTHLESS tells the revealing story of David Miscavige's childhood and his path to the head seat of the Church of Scientology told through the eyes of his father. Ron Miscavige's personal, heartfelt story is a riveting insider's look at life within the world of Scientology.

Dictionary of Witchcraft is a must-have resource for anyone interested in witchcraft, pagan religions, and the occult. This historical dictionary was the first reference work to seriously document superstitions, manifestations, magic, and superstitions. The author s interest was to compile a vast amount of matter that would interest, entertain and instruct others. This dictionary was consulted by some of the greatest Romantic writers, notably by Hugo. Collin de Plancy followed the tradition of many previous demonologists of cataloguing demons by name and title of nobility, as it happened with grimoires like Pseudomonarchia Daemonum and The Lesser Key of Solomon among others. It is considered a major work documenting beings, characters, books, deeds, and causes which pertain to the manifestations and magic of trafficking with Hell; divinations, occult sciences, grimoires, marvels, errors, prejudices, traditions, folktales, the various superstitions, and generally all manner of marvelous, surprising, mysterious, and supernatural beliefs. This edition was translated and introduced by occultist Wade Baskin. Collin de Plancy (1794 1881) was a French occultist, demonologist, author, and translator. His best-known work, Dictionary of Witchcraft (Dictionnaire Infernal), was published in 1818 but didn t receive wide acclaim until 1863 when a set of 69 illustrations by Louis Breton were added. Later in life, de Plancy converted to Catholicism and focused his studies on Catholic histories and mysticisms.