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#1106 Kevin Hong: Magic, Divination, and Dream Interpretation Across Societies

The Dissenter

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The Nature of Chance and Its Cultural Implications

This chapter explores the distinction between intrinsic and epistemic randomness, examining how cultural practices interpret chance. It highlights the consequences of misunderstanding true randomness, leading to reliance on divination and the development of superstitions.

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