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Review: ‘Religion and the Rise of Capitalism’ by Benjamin M. Friedman

By Filings on Tue, 01/11/22
Bible, Theology & Philosophy
Capitalism
Book Reviews
Economics
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“Smith’s big idea was that in the context of competitive markets, the pursuit of self-interest not only could but would lead to benefits for everybody else … . Friedman argues that Smith’s insight and the public reception were possible because of society’s move away from ‘predestinarian orthodox Calvinism.’” - TGC

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