Fiat Lux (UFO religion)

Fiat Lux (Latin for "let there be light") is a neo-revelationist UFO religion whose members are primarily located in the Black Forest of Germany.The 'religious order' of Fiat Lux was founded in 1980 by Swiss-born Erika Bertschinger-Eicke who adopted the name Uriella as its spiritual leader and trance medium.[1] The group also believes the apocalypse is coming, and that alien ships will arrive to evacuate adherents, followed by the transformation of the earth into a new paradise, called "Amora".[2] Characterized as a cult,[3][4][5] Fiat Lux has been estimated to contain an "inner circle" of approximately 135 members in addition to 800 "dedicated followers" and 2000 "sympathizers".Devotees reportedly follow a monastic lifestyle, including scheduled prayer times, the wearing of white ceremonial robes, and adherence to a strict vegetarian diet.
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