Spirits and the cross: religiously based violent movements in Uganda

Author: Lawrence Cline

Source: Small Wars & Insurgencies, Volume 14, Number 2, June 2003 , pp. 113-130(18)

Publisher: Routledge, part of the Taylor & Francis Group

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Abstract:

Uganda, together with some other African countries, has demonstrated the significant role that a combination of popular Christianity and traditional religions can play in mobilizing violent movements and terrorism. The Holy Spirit Movement and the Lord's Resistance Army have shown the ability of charismatic spirit mediums using complex rituals to mobilize and motivate followers in extended struggles. These two movements suggest a pattern that could be used in other violent opposition movements in Africa.

Document Type: Research article

DOI: 10.1080/09592310412331300706

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