The Secret Society Of The Illuminati

Summary

This BuzzFeed Unsolved episode delves into the myth of the Illuminati, exploring its historical roots in 18th-century Bavaria to modern conspiracy theories. The show humorously examines various theories, from a one-world government to celebrity cloning, questioning the reality of the Illuminati's influence. It features interviews with experts, historical context, and a lighthearted approach to the enigmatic organization, leaving viewers to ponder the plausibility of its existence.

Takeaways

• 🕵️ The Illuminati has historical roots dating back to 1776 in Bavaria, Germany, founded by Adam Weishaupt to promote secularism and rational thought.
• 💼 Adam Weishaupt was inspired by French philosophy and sought to form a group to protect these ideals, which led to the creation of The Order of the Illuminati.
• 🤷‍♂️ Weishaupt considered joining the Freemasons but couldn't afford the fee, leading to the establishment of a secret group with an anti-religious stance.
• 🚫 The Illuminati's focus on self-improvement and free thought was seen as a threat, leading to its suppression and criminalization of secret society recruitment by the late 1780s.
• 🔍 Despite suppression, the Illuminati is believed by some to have persisted and spread to France before fading into obscurity, with theories suggesting its continued existence.
• 🌐 Conspiracy theories suggest the Illuminati's evolution into a group controlling the world, with beliefs ranging from fascist to anti-communist ideologies.
• 📊 A 2013 poll indicated that 28% of voters believe in the possibility of a New World Order, often associated with the Illuminati.
• 👥 Various theories propose different identities for the Illuminati, including fascists, communists, and even shape-shifting lizard beings controlling world leaders.
• 🎭 Celebrities are often accused of being part of the Illuminati, with symbols and gestures interpreted as proof of affiliation, though many have denied such claims.
• 👶 The name 'Blue Ivy' of Beyonce and Jay-Z's child has been speculated to have Illuminati symbolism, suggesting their involvement with the secret society.
• 🤔 The existence of the Illuminati remains a topic of debate and speculation, with experts suggesting that while it was real in the 18th century, it is not a real entity today.

Q & A

What is the historical foundation of the Illuminati according to the script?

The Illuminati was founded in 1776 in Bavaria, Germany, by Adam Weishaupt, a German professor inspired by French philosophy, mainly secularism and rational thought. It was created to protect these beliefs.

Why did Adam Weishaupt form the Order of the Illuminati?

Adam Weishaupt considered joining the Freemasons but could not afford the admission fee. Instead, he formed a secret group, The Order of the Illuminati, to propagate his views.

What were the goals of the Illuminati in its early days?

The Illuminati had an anti-religious stance and focused on self-knowledge, self-improvement, social reform, and free thought.

How did the perception of the Illuminati evolve over time according to the script?

Over time, the perception of the Illuminati evolved from a threat to the church in the 1780s to various conspiracy theories in the 20th century, including being associated with fascists, communists, and the New World Order.

What is the New World Order and how is it related to the Illuminati in conspiracy theories?

The New World Order is a conspiracy theory suggesting a totalitarian one-world government. Some people believe the Illuminati are part of this order, aiming to control the world.

What did George H.W. Bush say about the New World Order in his speech?

George H.W. Bush spoke about forging a New World Order with the rule of law, governed by a credible United Nations, fulfilling the vision of the UN's founders.

What are some of the theories about the New World Order mentioned in the script?

Theories include Mark Koernke's belief in an organization above the U.S. Government pushing an international agenda, David Icke's theory of shape-shifting lizard elites, and the idea that the Illuminati are killing celebrities and replacing them with clones.

What is the significance of the pyramid hand gesture in the context of the Illuminati?

The pyramid hand gesture is seen as an Illuminati symbol and is used as 'proof' by some that certain celebrities are part of the Illuminati.

How have celebrities like Beyonce and Jay-Z responded to allegations of being part of the Illuminati?

Beyonce and Jay-Z have denied affiliation with the Illuminati in their songs, with lyrics dismissing the Illuminati conspiracy theories.

What is the significance of the eye of Horus symbol in the context of the Illuminati and conspiracy theories?

The eye of Horus is associated with the Illuminati and is seen on the dollar bill. It is considered a symbol of their influence by conspiracy theorists.

What was the response from the alleged Illuminati PR director to the interview request in the script?

The alleged Illuminati PR director stated that members of the Illuminati were not available for on-camera interviews and referred to the website's beliefs section for more information.

What is the final stance of the script on the existence of the Illuminati?

The script concludes that the existence of the Illuminati remains unsolved, suggesting that while it was a real organization in the past, its current status is uncertain and open to interpretation.