Famous American Cults
Thursday, Aug 20, 2020, 7:50 pm
#7 The Peoples Temple - Jim Jones
Jim Jones was a preacher in the Pentecostal fashion. A charismatic and enchanting man he seemed to be on fire for the Lord. His preaching was so effective he also gained massive follows all over the world, but was specially enjoyed by African Americans. Jones Town was formed and members lived there happily. When it was made known to Jones that his life was about to be exposed he ordered his congregation to commit suicide. In 1978 congressman Leo Ryan flew down to find out more about the organization and was murdered. The same day 900 members committed suicide.
