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Unraveling the Truth behind JMS: The Man, the Cult, and the Netflix Docu

Discover the shocking truth about JMS, the notorious cult leader behind Jesus Morning Star, and his long history of scandals and controversies in the new Netflix documentary "In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal."


What do we know about JMS, the notorious cult leader? (Feat. Netflix documentary)



Jeong Myeong-seok, or JMS, is a notorious cult leader who founded Jesus Morning Star (JMS). Accused of sexual abuse and trafficking, JMS's controversial history is explored in a new Netflix documentary.


Who is Jeong Myeong-seok (JMS), the notorious cult leader?

Jeong Myeong-seok (JMS), also known as Joshua Jung, is a South Korean cult leader who founded the Christian Gospel Mission, better known as Jesus Morning Star (JMS), in 1978. The organization, which operates in various countries around the world, is believed to have around 150,000 followers, mostly in South Korea, China, and Japan.

JMS claims to be a prophet and the second coming of Jesus Christ. The organization has been accused of various wrongdoings, including sexual abuse, embezzlement, and human trafficking.



About Christian Gospel Mission, better known as Jesus Morning Star (JMS)

JMS founded the Christian Gospel Mission in 1978, which he later renamed as Jesus Morning Star. The organization has been accused of being a cult and has been involved in various controversies over the years.

JMS preaches a unique interpretation of Christianity and claims to be a prophet and the second coming of Jesus Christ. He has also claimed that he can perform miracles, including healing people of illnesses. JMS's teachings involve celibacy, fasting, and living a simple life. 


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Jeong’s dirty past, overseas escape and 10-year prison term

Jeong Myeong-seok has a long history of controversies and scandals. In the 1980s, he was accused of sexual abuse and embezzlement. He fled to the United States in the 1990s, where he continued to operate the organization.

In 2007, Jeong was arrested in China and extradited to South Korea, where he was convicted of rape and sexual assault. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison.



Additional wrongdoings and the latest Netflix documentary

Apart from the sexual abuse and embezzlement accusations, JMS has also been accused of human trafficking. In 2019, the organization was investigated for allegedly trafficking South Korean women to the United States to work as prostitutes.

Recently, a new Netflix documentary titled "In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal" has shed more light on JMS and his organization. The documentary features interviews with former members of the organization who reveal shocking details about their experiences. It also delves into the organization's history and controversies.



The Notorious JMS: A Deep Dive into the World of a Cult Leader

Jeong Myeong-seok, also known as JMS, is a South Korean cult leader who founded the Christian Gospel Mission, or Jesus Morning Star. The organization has been accused of various wrongdoings, including sexual abuse, embezzlement, and human trafficking. JMS has a long history of scandals and controversies and was recently featured in a Netflix documentary titled "In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal."


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