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By Austin Cline, About.com Guide to Atheism since 1998

Salvation Religions

Tuesday June 29, 2004
Salvation religions are typically founded by a prophet or religious leader who creates a basic doctrine which explains to people how salvation might be achieved. The legitimacy and long-term authority of these prophets is often dependent upon possessing a high degree of personal charisma and, sometimes, the ability to work miracles - presumably a sign of divine favor and sanction. Read More...

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