Chapter

Korean Presbyterianism and the Messiah Complex
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08:50 - 12:48 (03:57)

The Korean branch of Presbyterianism is more intense than the American version and requires a leader to claim they are the Messiah to gain followers' loyalty. However, this did not stop one member from refusing to go to the gym despite pressure from the leader.

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Moon, who converted to Christianity, claimed that Jesus appeared to him six years later on Easter morning telling him to finish his work since Jesus had failed to save humanity.
08:50 - 09:47 (00:56)
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Christianity
Summary

Moon, who converted to Christianity, claimed that Jesus appeared to him six years later on Easter morning telling him to finish his work since Jesus had failed to save humanity. Moon was initially reluctant but was eventually convinced by Jesus over the course of a few days.

Chapter
Korean Presbyterianism and the Messiah Complex
Episode
Part One: The Moonies Are So Much Worse Than You Could Possibly Imagine
Podcast
Behind the Bastards
A man decides to found his own church in South Korea and realizes it's easier because claiming to be the Messiah is a common practice in some South Korean Presbyterianism branches.
09:47 - 12:48 (03:01)
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South Korea
Summary

A man decides to found his own church in South Korea and realizes it's easier because claiming to be the Messiah is a common practice in some South Korean Presbyterianism branches.

Chapter
Korean Presbyterianism and the Messiah Complex
Episode
Part One: The Moonies Are So Much Worse Than You Could Possibly Imagine
Podcast
Behind the Bastards