Violence during armed conflict has been explained using a variety of theories, including rationality, organizational dynamics, and personal and collective grievances. These explanations overlook the significance of so-called “irrational” belief systems that are found in different countries among both combatants and the general population. Conflict-related religious and superstitious beliefs can shape civilians’ faith, resolve, optimism, social ties...
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2022/04/26
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Policy Research Working Paper
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WPS10023
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2022/04/26
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Superstitions and Civilian Displacement : Evidence from the Colombian Conflict
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Kaplan,Oliver Ross.
Superstitions and Civilian Displacement : Evidence from the Colombian Conflict (English). Policy Research working paper ; no. WPS 10023 Washington, D.C. : World Bank Group. http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/099851504262235525