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What does it mean?
Social unrest using religion masks true dangerous intentions.
In plain terms
Religion is used to hide bad plans in trouble.
What can you take from it?
Watch for hidden motives behind religious unrest.

Where it applies

  • political unrest
  • social analysis
  • historical events

Putting it to work

  • analyzing unrest
  • identifying motives
  • social vigilance

Questions to consider

  • How do we spot manipulation?
  • When is unrest legitimate?

Another view

It may distrust genuine religious concerns.

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