Fiat Lux (Latin for "letthere be light") is a neo-revelationist UFO religion whosemembers are primarily located in the Black Forest of Germany.
History
The 'religious order' of Fiat Lux wasfounded in 1980 by Swiss-born Erika Hedwig Bertschinger-Eickewho adopted the name Uriella as its spiritual leader andtrance medium. According to members, Bertschinger receives divinemessages from Jesus Christ as well as Mary, mother of Jesus.
The group also believes the apocalypseis coming, and that alien ships will arrive to evacuate adherents,followed by the transformation of the earth into a new paradise,called "Amora". According to Bertschinger, the endof the world was due to arrive in 1998, but has since been postponed"due to the immense praying energies of the faithful".
Characterized as a cult, Fiat Lux hasbeen estimated to contain an "inner circle" ofapproximately 135 members in addition to 800 "dedicatedfollowers" and 2000 "sympathizers".Devotees reportedly follow a monastic lifestyle, including scheduledprayer times, the wearing of white ceremonial robes, and adherence toa strict vegetarian diet.
The order's founder, Uriella (born 20February 1929 in Zurich, Switzerland), died on 24 February 2019.
Controversy
According to German newspapers,Bertschinger called for the release of accused pedophile Beat Meier.
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