Capitalism and Religion
Book Description
In this thought-provoking exploration, Philip Goodchild unveils the hidden spiritual dimensions underlying our modern economic system. Drawing from a rich tapestry of philosophical voices including Nietzsche, Marx, Spinoza, and Deleuze, he reveals how our devotion to modernity itself functions as a form of religious practice.
Goodchild argues that Western rational thought has been fundamentally shaped to serve the marketplace, creating what he identifies as an implicit piety within our reasoning processes. This penetrating analysis exposes how our minds have been conditioned to operate within capitalism's framework, treating ideas and knowledge as commodities to be exchanged in a democratic intellectual marketplace.
The book challenges readers to examine whether genuine ethical thinking can emerge under these conditions. Goodchild calls for rediscovering enduring principles robust enough to resist capitalism's constant flux, while remaining flexible enough to foster new ways of understanding and awareness.
This work speaks directly to contemporary concerns about globalization's impact on both individuals and the environment. Rather than offering simple solutions, Goodchild creates space for philosophical and religious inquiry within critical engagement with our current reality. For those seeking to understand the spiritual undercurrents of modern life and explore pathways toward more conscious ways of being, this book provides essential insights into the intersection of economics, philosophy, and spiritual practice.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~8 hours)
📄 Length: 288 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Capitalisme
- ✓ Explore timeless philosophical wisdom
- ✓ Explore Capitalism
- ✓ Explore Critical theory
- ✓ Explore Religion, philosophy
- ✓ Understand the nature of mind
- ✓ Develop earth-based spiritual practice
- ✓ Explore Aspect religieux
