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#161 — Rise & Fall

Making Sense with Sam Harris

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The Dynamics of Violence in Societal Structures

This chapter examines how the lack of central authority in traditional societies can result in elevated intergroup violence compared to state societies. It also discusses the historical decline of violence within civilizations and references studies that explore themes related to societal collapse.

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