SOCB43H3 Lecture : LEcture 3
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The protestant and spirit of capitalism- the number one classic ever written. It has a real power, that connects things that seemed to be disconnected. The ideal type of protestant transform into the ideal type of capitalism. Weber studied it from not only an economical level but the meaning that they get from capitalism. People wouldn"t do it unless it had a meaning. Contrast to catholism where the religion was highly depended on the priest. If you wanted to talk to god you had to talk to the priest so he can talk to god for you. Protestanism says that everyone has a close relationship to god. An ethic is a way of life, a practice. Industriousness is a moral duty, you have a moral obligation to get rich. Don"t be idle and don"t waste your time and not be productive. Must always make people think you are good and hard working all the time.
