Scientology
Scientology
Scientology (pronunciation: /ˌsaɪənˈtɒlədʒi/) is a set of religious beliefs and practices invented by American author L. Ron Hubbard, and an associated movement. It has been variously defined as a cult, a business or a new religious movement. The most recent published census data indicate that in the United States there were about 25,000 followers, with the highest concentrations in California and Florida.
Etymology
The word Scientology is derived from the Latin scio, which means "knowing, in the fullest sense of the word," and the Greek word logos, meaning "study of". It is used to mean "knowing how to know".
Beliefs and practices
Scientology is based on the teachings of L. Ron Hubbard, particularly the book Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health. It teaches that people are immortal spiritual beings who have forgotten their true nature and that a person's life experiences transcend multiple past lives.
Related terms
- Dianetics: The set of ideas and practices regarding the metaphysical relationship between the mind and body which was created by L. Ron Hubbard and is practiced by followers of Scientology.
- Thetan: In Scientology, the individual is considered to be a thetan, an immortal spiritual entity, that is the true identity of a person.
- E-meter: A device for displaying and/or recording the electrodermal activity (EDA) of a human being, used frequently for auditing in Scientology.
- Auditing (Scientology): One-on-one sessions with a Scientology counselor or auditor. It's an essential part of the Scientology belief system.
- Sea Org: This is a Scientology organization, which the church describes as a "fraternal religious order," comprising the church's most dedicated members.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Scientology
- Wikipedia's article - Scientology
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