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Spirits and Tensions: Gnat Worship in Myanmar

This chapter explores the vibrant festival of gnat worship in Myanmar, detailing the cultural practices and rituals that attract thousands of pilgrims. It highlights the troubling clashes between aggressive monks and spirit mediums, while examining the growing religious intolerance in the context of the Rohingya conflict.

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