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Max Weber's Theory of Capitalism

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According to Durkheim, what role does religion play in society?

Maintains social integration and prevents normlessness (correct)

Advances economic productivity and efficiency

Promotes individualism and independence

Encourages deviant behavior and conflict

How does Marxism view religion in terms of social control?

As a means of creating and recreating totems

As an ideological apparatus for social control and exploitation (correct)

As a tool for promoting egalitarianism

As a force that encourages political revolution

According to Max Weber, what role does religion play in relation to capitalism?

Religion encourages socialist economic systems

Religion promotes rational economic behavior conducive to capitalism (correct)

Religion hinders technological advancements in capitalism

Religion limits the development of capitalism

What is a common criticism of Max Weber's theory of religion and capitalism?

It overemphasizes the importance of religious beliefs on economic growth Signup and view all the answers

According to Max Weber, what role did hard work and material success play in demonstrating God's favor and guaranteeing a place in heaven?

They were crucial in indicating God's favor. Signup and view all the answers

How did some critics challenge Max Weber's theory linking Calvinism to the rise of capitalism?

By stating that capitalism emerged independently of Calvinism. Signup and view all the answers

According to materials used in this course, religions that emphasize strong moral codes contribute to encouraging social change by_________________

producing members who are more likely to challenge social injustice. Signup and view all the answers

In this course, it has been established that organized religion's structure influences societal norms and values because it ______________________________

tends to align with and accept society's norms and values. Signup and view all the answers

According to Durkheim, what type of solidarity is characterized by strong collective consciousness and leads individuals to commit altruistic suicide?

Mechanical Solidarity Signup and view all the answers

What concept in Durkheim's theory of religion suggests that individuals are actually worshipping society when worshipping a totem?

Sacred and Profane Signup and view all the answers

What criticism is often directed at Max Weber's theory of capitalism regarding religion's impact?

Overemphasizes the role of religious beliefs Signup and view all the answers