Friends, those interested in the themes discussed in the charisma article would learn a lot by getting and reading an old but good book, Prophetic Charisma
by Len Oakes.
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Oakes interviewed 20 charismatic leaders, many of whom led what could be identified as cults.
He identified most of the themes we are discussing here.
What is especially valuable is how Oakes elicited information about the leaders' life histories, their family backgrounds, thier personal struggles, occupations they gravitated to before figuring out their message. Oakes tells us in detail exactly what these leaders did to seek out and learn methods of social manipulation.
Any journalist or law enforcement official who investigates charismatic politicians, cults, cult leaders and studies Len Oakes' findings will learn what questions to ask, where to look for further information -- and acquire super charged street smarts.
by Len Oakes.
More here:
[www.google.com]
Oakes interviewed 20 charismatic leaders, many of whom led what could be identified as cults.
He identified most of the themes we are discussing here.
What is especially valuable is how Oakes elicited information about the leaders' life histories, their family backgrounds, thier personal struggles, occupations they gravitated to before figuring out their message. Oakes tells us in detail exactly what these leaders did to seek out and learn methods of social manipulation.
Any journalist or law enforcement official who investigates charismatic politicians, cults, cult leaders and studies Len Oakes' findings will learn what questions to ask, where to look for further information -- and acquire super charged street smarts.