hmm.

so when jesus came along and said he was the son of god...

and gains followers...

that is a religion

whereas when my uncle did that...

(as he did)

that...

is a cult?

(what is the difference?)

(my point is that it seems to be whether you consider yourself inside / outside, or possibly politically incorrect)

;-)

hindu?
buddist?
islamic?

cult or religion?

how about the different sects within???

(i have trouble seeing the difference)