Freedom and capitalism

Freedom and capitalism

By John W. Robbins

Book Description

In this comprehensive exploration, John W. Robbins presents a thought-provoking examination of how Biblical Christianity shaped the foundations of political and economic liberty. Drawing connections across philosophy, economics, law, sociology, and history, this work investigates the emergence of unprecedented freedom and prosperity in Northwestern Europe and North America following the sixteenth-century Christian Reformation.

Robbins challenges readers to consider how the Gospel message, as proclaimed by the Reformers, created conditions for societies to flourish in ways previously unknown in human history. The author methodically addresses scholarly debates surrounding these connections, presenting evidence that links Christian principles to the development of free market systems.

At the heart of this 633-page study lies a bold thesis: that laissez-faire capitalism represents not merely an economic theory, but the natural economic expression of Christian values. Robbins argues that true capitalism emerges as the moral framework for economic life when Biblical principles guide society.

For readers seeking to understand the spiritual dimensions of economic and political systems, this work offers a detailed framework for examining how faith traditions influence societal structures. The book invites contemplation of how religious conviction can shape entire civilizations, creating pathways to both material prosperity and human dignity.

This scholarly investigation provides tools for those exploring the intersection of spiritual beliefs and practical governance, offering historical perspective on enduring questions about faith's role in public life.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~18 hours)

📄 Length: 633 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore Economics
  • ✓ Explore Christianity and politics
  • ✓ Explore Économie politique
  • ✓ Explore Reformed Church
  • ✓ Explore Christianity
  • ✓ Explore Capitalism
  • ✓ Explore Église réformée
  • ✓ Explore Christianity and culture

Topics Covered

Economics Christianity and politics Économie politique Reformed Church Christianity Capitalism Église réformée Christianity and culture Christianisme et politique

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