Agni Yoga
A spiritual movement blending Theosophy, mysticism, and esoteric teachings centered on cosmic evolution and inner transformation. Agni Yoga,...
Universal Hagar’s Spiritual Church
A Christian-based spiritual movement blending biblical teachings with mysticism and African American religious traditions.
Aumism
A spiritual mosaic blending diverse religious traditions under the universal chant of "AUM."
Neo-Celtic Christianity
A revitalization of ancient Christian practices believed to originate from the Celtic tradition.
Kitawala
A Central African religious movement with roots in anti-colonial sentiment and millenarian visions, deeply influenced by early 20th-century Christian missionary work.
Dances of Universal Peace
A transformative spiritual practice that unites sacred phrases, music, and movement from global traditions.
Dera Sacha Sauda
A spiritual organization intertwined with controversy and humanitarian efforts.
Novat Kovot
A unique blend of Islamic and Christian beliefs founded by a visionary African king.
Alawism
A mystic sect of Shi'a Islam with esoteric beliefs and a political legacy in Syria.
Yiguandao
A syncretic salvationist Chinese faith blending elements from major world religions with a focus on universal salvation.
Kuzma Alekseyev (Kuzya-the-God)
A historical figure who led the Teryukhan unrest and claimed to be the reincarnation of Jesus Christ.
Antoinism
A Belgian movement that combines elements of Christianity, spiritualism, and theosophy.
Celestial Church of Christ
An African Instituted Church with a focus on prophetic-charismatic movements and divine healing.
Spirit Church (China)
A controversial Chinese religious movement led by a self-proclaimed second incarnation of Christ.
Kashi Ashram (Ma Jaya)
An interfaith community known for its controversial leader and allegations of cult-like practices.
Falun Gong
A spiritual practice in the Buddhist tradition, combining meditation and exercises with a philosophy of truthfulness, compassion, and tolerance.
Staroizrail
A 19th-century Russian religious sect that emerged from a schism and viewed itself as the Chosen People.
White Brotherhood (Ukraine)
An apocalyptic cult from Ukraine, notorious for its dramatic end-of-the-world predictions and extreme practices.
Unión Espiritista Cristiana de Filipinas, Inc.
The largest association of Christian spiritists in the Philippines, known for its unique blend of spirituality and mediumship.
Zionist Churches
A blend of Christianity and African traditions that emphasizes faith-healing, prophecy, and autonomy from mainstream denominations.
Rizalistas
A Filipino religious movement venerating José Rizal as a divine figure, blending elements of Catholicism with local spiritual beliefs.
Vale do Amanhecer
A Brazilian spiritualist community known for its unique blend of Christianity, Spiritism, and indigenous beliefs.
Sky Kingdom
A Malaysian spiritual commune, led by a self-proclaimed prophet, which taught "all religions are basically the same"
Brotherhood of Eternal Love
A utopian countercultural group that valued LSD as a religious sacrament
Caodaism
A Vietnamese religion combining elements of Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism
União do Vegetal
A Brazilian religious group combining Christian beliefs with South American shamanistic practices, known for its sacramental use of ayahuasca.
Rastafarianism
A religious and political movement from Jamaica blending Christianity, pan-Africanism, and mysticism.
Pulahan
A Filipino movement that conducted fierce resistance against American colonial forces in the early 20th century.
Native American Church
A syncretic blend of Native American spiritual traditions and Christianity, centered on the sacramental use of peyote.
Mungiki
A Kenyan sect notorious for its violent practices and political influence.
Moorish Science Temple of America
An organization advocating for the upliftment of African Americans through a blend of Islamic, Christian, and Moorish beliefs.
Lord’s Resistance Army (Joseph Kony)
A notorious rebel group, led by the elusive Joseph Kony, known for their brutal tactics and use of child soldiers
Legio Maria
A unique African Christian movement that believes their founder is the resurrected son of God
Holy Spirit Movement
A spiritual rebellion and military effort led by a Ugandan prophetess aiming for national purification.
Hermetic Qabalah
A mystical and esoteric tradition blending ancient Jewish Kabbalah with Western occult and esoteric beliefs.
Frankism
A controversial Jewish mystical movement that followed the messianic claims of Jacob Frank in the 18th century.
Church of the Last Testament
A Siberian movement led by a former traffic policeman who claims to be Jesus reincarnated.
Church of Eternal Life (Choi Tae-min and Choi Soon-sil)
A South Korean cult accused of gaining control of the South Korean government
Brotherhood of the Cross and Star
A spiritual movement advocating for world peace, unity, and adherence to the Ten Commandments.
Agricultural People’s Front of Peru
A Peruvian political party with a unique blend of agrarian, nationalist, and theocratic ideologies rooted in a syncretic religious movement.