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Cults

Scope note

Groups or movements whose religious beliefs and practices differ significantly from dominant or orthodox religions or society, typically centered around a particular deity, historic or mythic figure, or charismatic living person.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000251847

Broader Terms used

<groups of people by activity>

Equivalent Terms used

cult

Created

13yrs ago

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