Stella Matutina
A magical order emerging from the Golden Dawn tradition, focusing on occultism and esoteric knowledge.
Jay Shetty
A spiritual journey from monkhood to self-help stardom challenged by controversies.
Self-Realization Fellowship
A bridge between Eastern spirituality and Western culture, blending Kriya Yoga teachings with modern life principles.
Spirit Weavers
A gathering that embodies the celebration of the feminine essence through ancestral practices and connection to nature.
Spiritual Science Research Foundation (SSRF) of Harz
A spiritual group with global aspirations, rooted in Hinduism and controversial teachings.
Seaside Sect (Alistah Laishkochav)
A polygamist cult wrapped in scandal, led by a self-styled messiah with dreams of UFO salvation.
Zhi Gang Sha
A pioneering bridge between Eastern healing traditions and Western medicine, blending ancient wisdom with modern science for holistic health.
Science of Identity Foundation
A spiritual movement rooted in Hindu teachings, embroiled in controversy and criticism.
Sowilo
A cautionary tale of spiritual exploration gone awry, blending ancient rites with modern crises.
Shasta Abbey
A serene monastery offering profound Zen Buddhist training and community life in the heart of California.
Shinji Shūmeikai
A spiritual path blending art, nature, and healing for universal harmony.
Suttavadins
A modern interpretation of ancient wisdom, focusing on the core teachings of Buddhism through meditation and mindfulness.
Straitway Truth
A controversial ministry at the intersection of Hebrew Israelism and Christian fundamentalism, accused of cult-like practices.
Sunburst
A syncretic spiritual community born from the visions of a yogi disciple, blending mysticism with sustainable living.
Herman Siu
A modern mentor merging ancient Shaolin wisdom with personal transformation techniques.
Shiloh (Frank Sandford)
A once-globally influential religious commune, veiled in controversy and led by a man who claimed direct communication with God.
Soldiers of Christ
A religious group implicated in the brutal murder and alleged cult activities that have unsettled the Korean American community in Georgia.
Sullivanians
A radical experiment in communal living and psychotherapy that aimed to dismantle the nuclear family structure.
Shambhala Training
A secular meditation program rooted in Tibetan Buddhism aiming to cultivate an enlightened society.
Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN)
A charismatic Christian megachurch with global influence, led by the late TB Joshua.
Soka Gakkai
A global lay Buddhist network advancing peace, culture, and education through personal transformation and social contribution.
Society of the Inner Light
A cornerstone of British esoteric tradition, blending mystical practices with magical teachings under the guidance of Dion Fortune.
Sterling Institute of Relationship
A controversial relationship counseling business known for its intensive, gender-segregated training seminars.
Sarah Lawrence Cult (Larry Ray)
A sinister manipulation within an elite college's dorms, leading to a shocking criminal enterprise.
Sathya Sai Baba
A global spiritual movement stemming from the teachings of an Indian guru acclaimed for miracles and humanitarian work, yet shadowed by controversy.
Shepherding Movement
A controversial Christian leadership approach that emphasized submission and authority within the church.
The Shouters
A dynamic Christian movement embroiled in controversy and persecution within China's strict religious landscape.
Shepherd’s Rod
An American offshoot of the Seventh-day Adventist Church advocating for doctrinal reform and prophetic interpretation.
Summum
A modern spiritual organization blending ancient Egyptian practices with contemporary mummification.
South China Church
A banned Evangelical movement in China, marked by its underground status and charismatic practices.
Shiloh True Light Church of Christ
A non-denominational community with a deep commitment to biblical teachings and home education.
Seventh Day Adventist Reform Movement
A spiritual fellowship steadfast in upholding the sanctity of the Sabbath and the non-combatancy principle amidst warfare.
Spiritualism
A nineteenth-century movement bridging the material and the spiritual through mediums and séances.
Schwenkfelder Church
A spiritual legacy rooted in the quest for religious freedom and personal communion with God.
Set Free Soldiers
A Christian motorcycle gang with a checkered past of outreach and controversy.
The Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property
Championing traditional Catholic values in a modern world.
Sullivan Institute
An unconventional psychoanalytic community challenging family norms and embracing free love.
Share International
A spiritual network focusing on global transformation through sharing, justice, and peace.
Sect of Skhariya the Jew
A 15th-century Russian religious movement that challenged Orthodox traditions and faced severe persecution.
Sovereign Grace Churches
Reformed, neocharismatic churches caught up in serious abuse scandals
The Seventh-day Remnant Church
A small offshoot of the Seventh-day Adventist Church emphasizing strict adherence to the commandments and end-time prophecy.
The Society for the New Message from God
A spiritual movement centered on the revelations received by Marshall Vian Summers, aiming to prepare humanity for future challenges and interstellar life.
The Satanic Temple
A nontheistic religious organization that uses Satanic imagery to promote secularism and social justice.
Scum of the Earth Church
A non-traditional Christian church founded by a punk rocker, known for its outreach to society's outcasts.
Soldiers of Heaven
An enigmatic Iraqi Shi'a messianic sect known for its armed insurrection in Najaf and mysterious connections.
Spirit Church (China)
A controversial Chinese religious movement led by a self-proclaimed second incarnation of Christ.
Superior Universal Lineage (Altamira Child Emasculations)
A Brazilian UFO cult notorious for the abduction and murder of young boys.
Synanon
A drug rehabilitation program that transformed into a violent cult.
Staroizrail
A 19th-century Russian religious sect that emerged from a schism and viewed itself as the Chosen People.
Sorrowful and Immaculate Heart of Mary
A controversial religious movement founded in Réunion, known for its leader's criminal activities and unconventional beliefs.
Skymont
A utopian commune in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley known for its harsh living conditions
Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
An ultra-traditionalist Catholic group known for strict dogmatic positions and a controversial history with the Church.
Skoptsy
An 18th-century Russian sect that castrated themselves
Shincheonji Church of Jesus
A controversial Korean new religious movement, often labeled a cult, known for its unique interpretation of Christian doctrine.
Shiloh Youth Revival Centers
A 1970s American Christian movement attracting disaffected youth through communal living and spiritual commitment.
Superior Universal Alignment
A UFO cult responsible for horrific child murders and led by a woman claiming extraterrestrial contact.
Spirit of Jesus Church
A rapidly growing Christian movement in Japan known for unique practices like vicarious baptism and opposition to traditional Japanese religiosity.
Sovereign Military Order of the Temple of Jerusalem
A contemporary organization inspired by the medieval Knights Templar, dedicated to Christian charitable works and upholding the ideals of chivalry.
Southcottians
A religious movement founded by Joanna Southcott, claiming prophetic visions and the anticipation of a divine birth.
Sect of Nacozari
A religious group led by a Mexican woman convicted of multiple human sacrifices in devotion to Santa Muerte.
Esajas Stiefel
A German theologian and spiritual dissenter known for his controversial views and opposition to established church doctrines in the early 17th century.
Seventh-Day Adventists
A Christian denomination emphasizing the Sabbath on Saturday and the imminent Second Coming of Christ.
Sherry Shriner
A controversial figure known for her unique blend of Christianity, conspiracy theories, and alien beliefs.
St. Priapus Church
A church centered around the worship of the penis
Santo Daime
A Brazilian spiritual movement centered around folk religions and the ritual use of Ayahuasca
Sekta Niebo
An isolated commune in Poland awaiting the end of the world
Sky Kingdom
A Malaysian spiritual commune, led by a self-proclaimed prophet, which taught "all religions are basically the same"
Sundari Farm & Gardens
Embarking on a transformative journey of oneness and conscious living in Hawaii
Teal Swan
A contemporary spiritual leader known for her teachings about self-awareness, emotional healing, and spirituality.
Swedenborgianism
A Christian theological movement emphasizing spiritual rebirth and the inner meaning of the Scriptures, based on the visions of Emanuel Swedenborg.
Subbotniks
A Russian religious group known for adopting Jewish practices and facing persecution for their beliefs.
John Murray Spear
A 19th-century spiritualist who tried to create a robotic god to bring about a utopia.
Source Family (Father Yod)
A 1970s spiritual group combining mysticism, rock music, and communal living, led by a charismatic figure.
Socinianism
A Christian movement challenging traditional doctrines with a focus on reason and the Bible's humanistic aspects.
Society of Universal Friends (Universal Public Friend)
An 18th-century religious movement led by a charismatic figure advocating for genderless spiritual identity.
Sicarii
A Jewish extremist group known for their stealthy assassinations during the Roman occupation of Judea.
Shakers
One of America's most successful utopian movements, known for their celibacy, communal living, and distinctive craftsmanship.
Sethians
An ancient Gnostic sect with mystical beliefs centered around the figure of Seth, Adam's third son in Judeo-Christian tradition.
Scientology
A modern religion known for its unique cosmology, celebrity followers, and complex legal history.
Sahaja Yoga
A spiritual movement emphasizing meditation and self-realization.