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The Rise of New Religions in Japan in the 1980s
03:04 - 08:59 (05:55)
Amidst a wave of consumerism in the 1980s, a religious awakening swept across Japan leading to the formation of numerous new religions, catering to people eager to embrace spiritual practices. One of the leaders, Shoko Asahara, initially drew inspiration from Chinese astrology and Taoism before delving into yoga, meditation and other secret traditions.
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This podcast episode talks about Aum Shinrikyo cult's leader's start in guiding his blind classmates in school to make money and how he formed the cult that later committed the largest domestic terror attack in Japan.
03:04 - 05:49 (02:45)
Summary
This podcast episode talks about Aum Shinrikyo cult's leader's start in guiding his blind classmates in school to make money and how he formed the cult that later committed the largest domestic terror attack in Japan.
ChapterThe Rise of New Religions in Japan in the 1980s
Episode126: Shoko Asahara: Japan’s Deadliest Cult Aum Shinrikyo & The 1995 Tokyo Gas Attacks
PodcastLights Out
During the 1980s, a wave of new religions formed in Japan as people sought to escape consumerism.
05:49 - 08:59 (03:10)
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During the 1980s, a wave of new religions formed in Japan as people sought to escape consumerism. One cult leader, who studied various religions and traditions while growing out his hair and beard, was eventually convicted of practicing pharmacy without a license and selling unregulated drugs.