Some cults have a world vision. Some cults harmonize Eastern and Western thought. Unity, Christian Science, Scientology, and many others all blend elements from Hinduism and Buddhism with Christianity. Cults minister in crises. The persistent visiting of Mormon and Jehovah s Witness representatives in American homes uncovers many individuals with needs that are not being met.
Cults reach minority groups.
The Unity School of Christianity appeals to the wealthy because it has stressed prosperity. Jehovah s Witnesses attract people from the lower economic scale because they teach a total aversion to worldly success. Some cults stress human potential. These appeal to health and wealth, and do not accept man as sinful. Cults involve their members.