La bourse et la vie
Book Description
In the aftermath of one of the most severe financial crises in four generations, two thoughtful voices come together to explore the intersection of economic reality and spiritual wisdom. Eric de Beukelaer engages in an open-hearted dialogue that examines how market economics aligns with Catholic social teaching, offering readers a unique perspective on navigating financial upheaval through the lens of faith.
This conversation emerges from a recognition that economic crises do more than disrupt markets—they shake our fundamental beliefs about the systems that govern our lives. When financial bubbles burst, they create collective trauma and existential fears that force us to question not just our economic structures, but our deepest values. Yet within this disruption lies opportunity for profound transformation.
Rather than offering simple answers, this dialogue invites readers to grapple with essential questions about money, meaning, and moral responsibility. The authors acknowledge that while financial crises can breed discouragement about the future, they also serve as catalysts for recognizing the fragility of human constructions and for evolving our core values.
For those seeking to understand how spiritual principles can guide economic thinking, this exchange provides a thoughtful framework for examining capitalism through the perspective of Catholic social doctrine. The conversation offers both practical wisdom and spiritual insight for anyone wrestling with questions of wealth, ethics, and purpose in an uncertain economic landscape.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~5 hours)
📄 Length: 164 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Aspect religieux
- ✓ Explore Christianisme
- ✓ Explore Capitalisme
- ✓ Explore Église catholique
- ✓ Explore Catholic Church
- ✓ Explore Global Financial Crisis, 2008-2009
- ✓ Explore Justice sociale
- ✓ Explore Modern Civilization
