Hellfire Club
An 18th-century bastion of the elite indulging in debauchery and mockery of religious norms under the guise of a gentleman's club.
Bobby Hemmitt
A recognized figure in the realms of esoteric knowledge, metaphysics, and the occult.
House of Prayer (Christina Gallagher)
A controversial center of prayer with alleged supernatural phenomena and financial disputes.
House of Cadifor
An Australian sex cult entwined with BDSM practices, led by a self-styled patriarch charged with severe allegations.
Holdeman Mennonites
A distinct Anabaptist community emphasizing separation from the world and strict adherence to biblical teachings.
Human Design
A revolutionary self-discovery system that combines ancient wisdom with modern science.
Howard Wills
Harnessing the power of prayer and transformational energy for a better reality.
Harmonial Brotherhood
A 19th-century free-love venture that sought to establish a Utopian society in Central America but ended in disaster.
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Hikari no Wa
A spiritual reformation movement advocating for a new understanding of religious philosophy and equality among all beings.
Home in Zion Ministries (Carol Balizet)
A radical shift from conventional medical practices to faith-based home births.
House of Judah
A tragic tale of faith gone awry, marked by severe discipline and a quest for purity.
Hare Krishnas
A vibrant spiritual movement rooted in ancient Hindu practices aiming to connect its followers with divine consciousness through devotional service.
Hyper-Calvinism
A theological stance emphasizing divine predestination and the limited role of human agency in salvation.
Hillsong Church
A charismatic Christian megachurch with a global reach and a strong emphasis on contemporary worship music.
Harris Movement
A monumental shift toward Christianity in West Africa sparked by a Liberian prophet's vision.
Ha-Mim
A historic figure who claimed prophethood among the Berber Ghomara, sparking a unique religious movement in 10th-century Morocco.
Benny Hinn
A charismatic televangelist known for his faith healing services and prosperity gospel teachings.
Hyperianism
A philosophical movement that redefines reality through the lens of mathematical idealism.
Hebrew Christian Alliance of Great Britain
Bridging Jewish heritage with Christian faith since 1866.
Homestead Heritage
A self-sustaining intentional Christian community known for its agrarian lifestyle, craftsmanship, and rich educational culture.
Holy Ghost Church of East Africa
A unique blend of Christianity and traditional Kikuyu beliefs, deeply rooted in Kenyan society.
Harun Yahya
A controversial figure blending Islamic creationism with a lavish lifestyle and a global reach.
Hutterites
An Anabaptist group living communally in North America, tracing their roots to the 16th-century Radical Reformation in Europe.
Heathenry
A modern spiritual path rooted in the ancient traditions of Germanic peoples, embracing polytheism and nature reverence.
Hanafi Movement (Hamaas Abdul Khaalis)
A Black Muslim group in Washington D.C., led by Hamaas Abdul Khaalis, known for its adherence to Sunni Islam and involvement in a dramatic siege.
The Hearts Center
A spiritual community embracing global enlightenment through ascended masters.
Hutaree
A militant group preparing for an apocalyptic battle with the forces of the Antichrist.
Humilati
A medieval monastic movement embracing humility, labor, and strict adherence to Benedictine principles.
House of David
A charismatic community known for its unique blend of religion, sportsmanship, and entertainment.
Home, Washington
A pioneering experiment in anarchist living and free thought at the turn of the 20th century.
Home of Truth
A desert utopia awaiting the end of days, guided by spiritualist beliefs in communication with the dead.
Holy Spirit Movement
A spiritual rebellion and military effort led by a Ugandan prophetess aiming for national purification.
Holy City
A California-based commune marked by its founder's white supremacist teachings and a claim to divine instruction.
House of Yahweh
A controversial sect with apocalyptic prophecies and a strict adherence to Old Testament laws.
House of Aaron
A Christian-based religious community emphasizing the restoration of the biblical priesthood of Aaron, with distinctive practices blending Mormon and Christian beliefs.
Ho No Hana
A Japanese cult infamous for its foot-reading scams under the guise of spiritual healing.
Hermits of the Wissahickon
A mystical community awaiting the apocalypse in colonial America.
Hermetic Qabalah
A mystical and esoteric tradition blending ancient Jewish Kabbalah with Western occult and esoteric beliefs.
Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn
A late 19th-century occult society which was influential in the development of modern Western mysticism.
Heaven’s Gate
A UFO religious cult known for its mass suicide in 1997, believing it would lead them to an extraterrestrial salvation.
Heartland Christian Academy
A controversial Christian academy known for its strict discipline and legal battles over child welfare.
Harmony Society
A 19th-century Christian communal society known for its successful economic enterprises and commitment to celibacy.
Happy Science (Kofuku-No-Kagaku)
A Japanese new religious movement blending Buddhism, Christianity, and New Age spirituality, with a focus on global utopianism.
Hopedale Community
A pioneering experiment in Practical Christianity and utopian living, rooted in abolitionism, temperance, and gender equality.
Harold Camping
An apocalyptic broadcaster who predicted the end times, captivating and alarming a global audience.