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#339 - The Infernal Logic of Jihad

Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content

CHAPTER

The Motivations and Beliefs Behind Jihadist Actions

This chapter explores the motivations and beliefs of individuals involved in jihad, discussing how powerful and destructive ideas can convince otherwise normal people to commit acts of violence. It also highlights the differences between ISIS and Hamas in terms of ideological conformity and the use of religious justifications. The chapter delves into the various motivations that people might have, ranging from seeking retribution to expecting rewards in the afterlife.

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