What is Scientology.

A set of religious beliefs created some four decades ago, Scientology thrives on the ideology that individuals can -- on their own -- improve themselves by finding answers to their problems. L. Ron Hubbard, the sole founder of the Church of Scientology, died on January 24th, 1986, but left behind a religion that would influence a great many and undergo an array of public scrutiny. But despite some of the negative stigmas the church endured, Hubbard …

…way that lead to a climax of extreme spiritual awareness. As popular as ever, the Church of Scientology now operates over 2,300 international churches, missions and groups spanning six continents. With almost 13,000 staff members, this modern religion has established itself as a respectable one. And with followers like Tom Cruise, John Travolta and Jenna Elfman, it's no secret that L. Ron Hubbard's set of beliefs will likely remain an integral part of modern-day society's religious practices.