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Luther, Calvin, and Economics — A Conversation with Professor Benjamin M. Friedman

Thinking in Public with Albert Mohler

CHAPTER

Total Depravity and Economic Thought

This chapter explores the theological concept of total depravity in Calvinist thought, clarifying its implications on human nature and divine intervention. It draws parallels between historical theological debates and contemporary economic discussions, highlighting the influence of thinkers like Luther and Calvin on societal frameworks. The conversation further examines the intersection of faith and economics, emphasizing the moral dimensions of human cooperation and the educational impact of key figures in American academia.

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