Chapter
Exploring Scientology's Eighth Dynamic
20:49 - 26:11 (05:21)
The eighth dynamic in Scientology refers to the concept of a supreme being or infinity, and the religion doesn't deal with it directly but promotes understanding and realization of it through its teachings.
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The speaker had worked for Scientology from the age of 12 to 26 before officially parting ways at the age of 34.
20:49 - 22:02 (01:13)
Summary
The speaker had worked for Scientology from the age of 12 to 26 before officially parting ways at the age of 34. She now helps run the Aftermath Foundation which aims to help people who are escaping from Scientology.
ChapterExploring Scientology's Eighth Dynamic
Episode#361 – Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The Thain is a godlike being that can choose to locate itself in the physical universe and play a game, but sometimes it forgets its decision and becomes trapped in the physical universe.
22:02 - 23:37 (01:34)
Summary
The Thain is a godlike being that can choose to locate itself in the physical universe and play a game, but sometimes it forgets its decision and becomes trapped in the physical universe.
ChapterExploring Scientology's Eighth Dynamic
Episode#361 – Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The Dynamics in Scientology refers to the eight different aspects or drives towards survival such as oneself, family, groups, humankind, plant and animal life, physical world, spirituality, and infinity or supreme being.
23:37 - 24:42 (01:04)
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The Dynamics in Scientology refers to the eight different aspects or drives towards survival such as oneself, family, groups, humankind, plant and animal life, physical world, spirituality, and infinity or supreme being. Scientology aims to help individuals form their understanding or realization about the nature of the eighth dynamic without dictating any belief systems.
ChapterExploring Scientology's Eighth Dynamic
Episode#361 – Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Scientology claims to believe in a supreme being, but this belief is often dismissed by critics as a PR move.
24:42 - 26:11 (01:28)
Summary
Scientology claims to believe in a supreme being, but this belief is often dismissed by critics as a PR move. However, for some Scientologists, the idea of a supreme being can be reconciled with the principles of the religion.