A Swedish master whose snow-covered landscapes were shaped as much by Theosophy and spiritual inquiry as by nature itself.
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The Revelation Spiritual Home: A Sociologist Reads the Book by Introvigne and Šorytė
To enter into the world of The Revelation Spiritual Home, we must adopt a non-Eurocentric epistemological paradigm and accept that we will encounter the unfamiliar.
Constitutional Issues in the Unification Church Dissolution Case. 6. The Public Nature of Trials
A case of such importance and consequences should have been conducted in open court. That it was not was a further violation of the Constitution.
Constitutional Issues in the Unification Church Dissolution Case. 5. The Case of the Family Federation
The statute allowing dissolution should be interpreted restrictively. This is not reflected in the High Court’s decision.
Constitutional Issues in the Unification Church Dissolution Case. 4. Dissolving Religious Organizations
Freedom of religion or belief should always be taken into account when dealing with the dissolution of a religious body.
Constitutional Issues in the Unification Church Dissolution Case. 3. The Influence of French Law
The path to full freedom of association in France was long and not easy. What was achieved there has inspired scholars of the Japanese Constitution.
Constitutional Issues in the Unification Church Dissolution Case. 2. The Legal Status of the Associations
The associations’ right to exist and operate as legal persons is a fundamental, universal right. The Japanese Constitution also recognizes it.
Constitutional Issues in the Unification Church Dissolution Case. 1. Revisiting the Aum Shinrikyo Decision
A leading Japanese Constitutional Law scholar offers a critical analysis of the High Court decision.
Beyond the Leader. 4. The Human Cost of Guilt by Association
Campaigns targeting “cults” for their leaders’ real or alleged wrongdoings cause massive unnecessary and innocent suffering.
Beyond the Leader. 3. Power, Hierarchy, and Guilt by Association
Power and legitimacy determine how much influence an accusation holds. Groups labeled as “cults” are seldom given fair treatment.









