By Vicki Polin
The Examiner - October 22, 2012
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| Are some kiruv organizations cult connected? |
The majority of Shabbatons offered by non-cult like groups are amazing experiences. Over the years I’ve been to a few that were both cult
and non-cult like. Going to a legitimate shabbaton is like going to a
“spa for your soul”. A shabbaton is a weekend retreat over the Jewish sabbath, created for those who are wishing to learn more about Torah based Judaism.
I’ll admit that during cult like shabbatons I was aware of some of the manipulative techniques
that were being utilized, yet I found myself dismissing my thoughts and
feelings about what was being said and done. I was aware that these
cult-like groups were using shabbos as a way to lure in secular Jews for
their own personal gain. The truth is there’s a lot of money to be
made off of someone becoming orthodox. Between the cost of providing the
needed education, the purchases to create a kosher home and maintaining
it, the purchase of religious artifacts, and –– a lot of costs are
involved. As well, if someone is a devotee, they will show their thanks
by making donations to the cult-like institution for years to come. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
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