new religious movements
New religious movements refer to novel or alternative religious groups that have emerged in recent times, often characterized by unique or innovative beliefs, practices, and organization structures. These movements may have distinctive philosophies or draw inspiration from existing religions, but generally deviate from mainstream or traditional religious practices.
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