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    The True Believer by Aidan Kavanaugh

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    This article discusses the concept of the "true believer" as described by Eric Hoffer in his 1951 book The True Believer. It examines how mass movements can arise from frustrations in society and appeal to those seeking purpose and comradery. The article cautions that true believers may ignore moral limits in pursuit of their cause and can become fanatical if not balanced with other perspectives.

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    This article discusses the concept of the "true believer" as described by Eric Hoffer in his 1951 book The True Believer. It examines how mass movements can arise from frustrations in society and appeal to those seeking purpose and comradery. The article cautions that true believers may ignore moral limits in pursuit of their cause and can become fanatical if not balanced with other perspectives.

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    Vol 57 the Sign April 1978-2

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    This article discusses the concept of the "true believer" as described by Eric Hoffer in his 1951 book The True Believer. It examines how mass movements can arise from frustrations in society and appeal to those seeking purpose and comradery. The article cautions that true believers may ignore moral limits in pursuit of their cause and can become fanatical if not balanced with other perspectives.

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    The True Believer by Aidan Kavanaugh

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    This article discusses the concept of the "true believer" as described by Eric Hoffer in his 1951 book The True Believer. It examines how mass movements can arise from frustrations in society and appeal to those seeking purpose and comradery. The article cautions that true believers may ignore moral limits in pursuit of their cause and can become fanatical if not balanced with other perspectives.

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    Kavanaugh O.S.B. "The True Beleiver" Vol 57 The Sign (April 1978): 7-12

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