A secret nefarious organization bent on world domination, or cute fuzzy animals? Let's find out!   All of our wonderful links can be found here: https://linktr.ee/allts   The Illuminati is a term often associated with various conspiracy theories and secret societies that have purportedly existed throughout history. It's essential to distinguish between the historical Illuminati and the conspiracy theories surrounding them, as they are two very different concepts. Historical Illuminati: The historical Illuminati, known as the Bavarian Illuminati, was a real secret society founded on May 1, 1776, in Ingolstadt, Bavaria (now in modern-day Germany). The society was established by Adam Weishaupt, a professor of canon law, and was originally called the "Order of the Illuminati." Its primary goals were to promote Enlightenment ideals, such as reason, secularism, and the separation of church and state, as well as to oppose religious influence on government and society. The Bavarian Illuminati operated clandestinely, using secret rituals and codes of conduct, and it aimed to infiltrate and influence existing power structures, including the monarchy and the Catholic Church, to advance its agenda. The order was suppressed by the Bavarian government in the late 1780s, and it disbanded shortly thereafter. It did not have the far-reaching global influence that conspiracy theories often attribute to it. Conspiracy Theories: In popular culture and various conspiracy theories, the term "Illuminati" has taken on a different meaning. It is often used to refer to a secretive, powerful, and shadowy group that allegedly controls world events and governments from behind the scenes. These conspiracy theories often claim that the Illuminati is involved in global conspiracies to manipulate society, control the media, and establish a "New World Order" with a one-world government. These conspiracy theories lack credible evidence and are widely considered to be baseless and unfounded. They have been perpetuated in various forms of media, including books, films, and online forums. Many notable individuals and organizations have been falsely accused of being part of the Illuminati, contributing to the persistence of these conspiracy theories. In summary, the historical Illuminati was a real secret society with specific historical goals related to Enlightenment ideals. The conspiracy theories surrounding the Illuminati are largely fictional and should be approached with skepticism and critical thinking.