religin as a force for social change Flashcards
(7 cards)
Calvanism
calvinist’s were asentic so saved wealth and used this money to invest and become richer - believed wealth was God was of saying he was happy with their hard work
predestination
God has already decided who will be going to heaven or hell - those selected to heaven are the ‘elect’
Devine transendence
God is above and beyond this universe there is no way to understand his thoughts
worldly asentism
a calling to a career path as a religious duty
criticism
Katusy- Weber underestimates economic factors as capitalism precedes Calvanism
example irl
MLK used Ghandis religious methods of non violent protest to promote civil rights alongside the baptist church - peaceful protests. the morality behind the movement helped promote the message
further criticism
religion has a limited role in an increasingly secular society