SOAN 2112 Lecture Notes - Lecture 9: Protestant Work Ethic, Rising Force, Work Ethic
20 Apr 2016
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Iv protestant ethnic and the spirit of capitalisms (1905) Weber wanted to clarify the part which religious forces have played . Protestant reformation (16th century movement resulting in separation of. Weber- the rise of mature capitalism was affected by the emergence of protestant, especially calvinistic ethnics. Started to think in his contemporary german area where he was living the calvinistic areas richter then catholic. Modern or mature capitalism- pushed by another rising force, the religious ethic of protestantism. Weber- interested in predestination (its been decided, your fate has been pre- determined/predestined), advanced by french theologian john calvin in 16th century. Nothing we can do, all we can do is hope and worry if going to heaven or hell. Deciding factor living life in way, to please god, be frugal. Protestants work ethic work hard, live thrifty lives, and suggest point of working not to get something done but you are the chosen (for god)
