It stunned the Scientology world to learn of Hubbard calling himself the Anti-Christ and the statement he made : "let me take the opportunity to disabuse you of some lovely myths. For instance, the historic Jesus was not nearly the sainted figure he has been made out to be. In addition to being a lover of young boys and men, he was given to uncontrollable bursts of temper and hatred that belied the general message of love, understanding."

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