the delevopment of sects

Question 1

The second generation

Answer 1

those who are born into the sect lack the commitment of their parents who had consciously rejected the world and joined voluntarily

Question 2

the protestant ethic effect

Answer 2

sects that practice asceticism (hard work and saving) tend to become prosperous and upwardly mobile, as was the case with Methodists in the 19th century.

Question 3

Death of the leader

Answer 3

some sects are based on the charismatic leadership of one inspirational figure head. The death of that leader can seriously impact the sect.