Science of Identity Foundation
| Abbreviation | SIF |
|---|---|
| Founder | Chris Butler (aka Siddhaswarupananda Paramahamsa) |
| Founded at | Hawaii, United States |
| Type | Religious organization; 501(c)3 organization |
| 99-0177647 | |
| Purpose | Education, philanthropy, religious studies, spirituality |
| Headquarters | Honolulu, Hawaii, United States |
Region served | Worldwide |
| Services | Yoga classes |
| Website | scienceofidentity |
Formerly called |
|
The Science of Identity Foundation (SIF) is a new religious movement started in the 1970s. It was founded by Chris Butler after he broke from the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. It is based in the US state of Hawaii.
Its theology professes to combine yoga with aspects of Gaudiya Vaishnavism. The followers must observe behavioral guidelines, such as vegetarianism and refraining from alcohol. Butler's teachings include Islamophobia and condemnation of homosexuality. A secretive group, it has come under a great deal of media focus due to the politician Tulsi Gabbard's ties to the group.