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The Market As God
The Market As God
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We have fallen in thrall to the theology of supply and demand. According to its acolytes, the Market is omniscient, omnipotent, and omnipresent. It can raise nations and ruin households, and comes complete with its own doctrines, prophets, and evangelical zeal. Harvey Cox brings this theology out of the shadows, demonstrating that the way the world economy operates is shaped by a global system of values that can be best understood as a religion.
Drawing on biblical sources and the work of social scientists, Cox points to many parallels between the development of Christianity and the Market economy. It is only by understanding how the Market reached its “divine” status that can we hope to restore it to its proper place as servant of humanity.
“Cox argues that…we are now imprisoned by the dictates of a false god that we ourselves have created. We need to break free and reclaim our humanity.” ― Forbes
“Cox clears the space for a new generation of Christians to begin to develop a more public and egalitarian politics.” ― The Nation
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One Line Summary
Analyzes market ideology as modern religious faith.
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Who is this book for?
If you're curious about how economic beliefs resemble religious faith, Cox's book offers a fascinating perspective. It's an eye-opening look at the ways market values have taken on divine qualities and influence our lives deeply. This book might challenge your views on the economy and inspire a desire for more human-centered values.