16 Questions
According to the text, what does Scientology describe itself as?
A study and handling of the spirit in relation to itself, others, and all of life
How does Scientology view the potential of people?
As having innate yet suppressed power and ability
What is the core belief of Scientology about the human being?
An immortal, spiritual being that is resident in a physical body
According to Scientology, when do believers reach their full potential?
When they understand themselves in their true relationship to the physical universe and the Supreme Being
What is predicted to happen when any Scientologist undergoes auditing at advanced levels?
They will eventually come across and recount a common series of past-life events
Where are the books about Scientology freely available?
In bookshops, churches, and most libraries
According to the Creed of the Church of Scientology, what is the belief about man?
Man is basically good and seeks survival
How does Scientology view the concept of Thetan?
As a separate entity from the human being
What does Scientology teach about the existence of Thetans?
Thetans have existed for trillions of years
What does Scientology teach about the origin of the physical MEST universe?
It was an accidental result of universal collisions
How does Scientology describe the relationship between thetan and the body?
The thetan uses the mind to control the body
According to Scientology, what caused the thetans to lose knowledge of their origins and become trapped in physical bodies?
Universal incidents undermined their abilities
What does Scientology teach about the purpose of bringing the material universe into being?
For their own pleasure
What distinguishes Scientology from biblical religions regarding their members' beliefs?
Scientologists may profess belief in other religions
How does Roy Wallis describe Scientology?
A movement straddling boundaries between psychology and religion
According to J. Gordon Melton, what do Scientologists aim to do?
To participate in culture and remake the world
Test your knowledge of the beliefs and practices of the Church of Scientology, including the concept of the thetan, past lives, and auditing. Explore the core beliefs and unique aspects of this religious movement.
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