Taylor emphasised biblical teachings on separation from the world to his followers.
[2] Under his teaching the Raven-Taylor Exclusives commenced "Breaking Bread" (the Eucharist) on Sunday at 6 am.
His hardline approach resulted in interrogations within the sect, abuse and suicides.
[2] He then spoke at the annual Meeting and appeared to be "suffering from alcoholic dementia".
[2] Taylor was succeeded as leader of the Exclusive Brethren by James H Symington, an American from Neche, North Dakota.