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Grounded in direct, systematic observation by neutral observers, this book presents a study of the radical religious movement known as The Family International. It draws on the interviews with the group's leaders and administrative staff.

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"In this intriguing and eminently readable account of the inner workings of 'a heretical religion' following the death of its founder, Gordon and Gary Shepherd introduce us to a number of organizational developments, such as the democratization of prophecy, that could astonish not a few students of religion.”--Eileen Barker, London School of Economics


"Recommended."--Choice
“A fascinating and detailed account of the role of prophecy in the 'heretical' religious movement that is today known as The Family International.”—Journal of the Scientific Study of Religion

Talking with the Children of God

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      Publisher: MO - University of Illinois Press
      Publication Date: 5/18/2010 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780252077210, 978-0252077210
      ISBN10: 0252077210
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Grounded in direct, systematic observation by neutral observers, this book presents a study of the radical religious movement known as The Family International. It draws on the interviews with the group's leaders and administrative staff.

      Trade Review

      "In this intriguing and eminently readable account of the inner workings of 'a heretical religion' following the death of its founder, Gordon and Gary Shepherd introduce us to a number of organizational developments, such as the democratization of prophecy, that could astonish not a few students of religion.”--Eileen Barker, London School of Economics


      "Recommended."--Choice
      “A fascinating and detailed account of the role of prophecy in the 'heretical' religious movement that is today known as The Family International.”—Journal of the Scientific Study of Religion

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