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Neil Van Leeuwen, "Religion As Make-Believe: A Theory of Belief, Imagination, and Group Identity" (Harvard UP, 2023)

New Books in Anthropology

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  • Extremist actions often involve symbolic play or religious symbolism, indicating an imaginative element rather than purely factual beliefs.
  • These symbolic gestures serve to reinforce group identity and provide emotional support for participants.
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