Cults

By definition, a cult is simply a "system of religious beliefs and ritual."Merriam-Webster: Cult Definition However, the word can mean different things to different people. Though cults are often associated with being unorthodox or outside the norm, they are not always destructive or harmful in nature. Those that are destructive often involve a threat to personal or public safety and the exploitation of its members (sometimes through brainwashing or "thought reform").Rick Ross: Frequently Asked Questions