1. By: Melissa Holmberg COMM 1010
The People’s Temple
By: Melissa Holmberg
COMM 1010

2. A Cult Can be a dangerous Influence
Jim Jones
The Beliefs taught
The cult is known for

3. Jim Jones Leader Communist Became a pastor, to spread communism
Started People’s Temple in 1959
Majority were African Americans
Claimed to heal

4. Beliefs Practiced Activism Required to help lowliest of society
Human freedom, equality, and love

5. Known For… South America Leo Ryan Poisoned punch Final death toll 909
1/3 were children
Leader shot himself

6. So as you can see … Cults can be dangerous
Jim Jones
The Beliefs taught
The cult known for
Be careful!