The Secret Society Of The Illuminati

BuzzFeed Unsolved Network
29 Jul 201614:57

Summary

TLDRThis 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.

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