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Jeffrey D. Sachs: Ethics in Action

Homebrewed Christianity

CHAPTER

Exploring Sustainable Development Through Religious Traditions

This chapter focuses on the intersection of sustainable development and the climate crisis, examining how religious traditions can inform the pursuit of UN sustainable development goals. It critiques mainstream economics for failing to address social inclusion and environmental sustainability, advocating for an ethical framework rooted in moral philosophy to guide economic changes towards a just and sustainable future. The discussion delves into historical economic theories, contrasting concepts like the invisible hand with Catholic social teachings and emphasizing the need to reexamine familiar ideas through a historical lens.

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