5 Cults That Are Still Active Today (And What They Believe)

Shincheonji – The Apocalyptic Cult Recruiting On University Campuses

Shincheonji is an “apocalyptic Christian cult” that uses sophisticated manipulation tactics to recruit new members. Followers believe Jesus’s return is imminent, and only those who follow founder Lee Man‑hee will be saved. The group sends teams to universities and shopping centres, compiling detailed dossiers on potential recruits. Former members describe it as “spiritual suicide” – once you’re in, you can’t look up anything critical of the church.