Anticultism in France: Scientology, Religious Freedom, and the Future of New and Minority Religions, by Donald A. Westbrook

Jacqueline Parker

doi:10.1558/ijsnr.33136

September 8, 2025International Journal for the Study of New ReligionsOpen Access

Anticultism in France: Scientology, Religious Freedom, and the Future of New and Minority Religions, by Donald A. Westbrook

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Anticultism presents significant challenges for minority religions in France, as established beliefs clash with newer faiths.
The rise of anticultist sentiments has been particularly evident in the context of Scientology, facing scrutiny and legal challenges.
The exploration considers the balance between religious freedom and the public perception of minority religions in contemporary France.
Implications of anticultism suggest a need for greater awareness and protection of diverse religious practices and beliefs.

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This analysis examines anticultism and religious freedom in France, highlighting challenges faced by new religions.

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Anticultism in France: Scientology, Religious Freedom, and the Future of New and Minority Religions, by Donald A. Westbrook. Cambridge University Press, 2024. Hb. 75 pp. $22. ISBN 9781009551854

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