Religion plays a greater role in the economy than previously thought, says paper
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The article discusses a research paper from the Rockwool Foundation Berlin which argues that religion significantly influences economic processes and development. The authors suggest that religion's impact on social norms and institutions remains relevant to Europe's economic future despite increasing secularization.
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What happened
Religion plays a greater role in the economy than previously thought, says paper Lisa Lock Scientific Editor Robert Egan Associate Editor Religion plays a greater role in growth, prosperity and economic development than many people realize.
Why it matters
This is the finding of a paper published by the Rockwool Foundation Berlin (RFBerlin) ahead of Pentecost, marking the founding of the Christian Church.
Common ground
"Religion influences key economic processes: saving and financial behavior, education, family size and the labor supply, openness to technology, social norms and political institutions," says RFBerlin project leader Sascha Becker.
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The article discusses a research paper from the Rockwool Foundation Berlin which argues that religion significantly influences economic processes and development. The authors suggest that religion's impact on social norms and institutions remains relevant to Europe's economic future despite increasing secularization.
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https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3628246
https://idw-online.de/de/news871086
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