Capitalism Quote by Anonymous
“Wait and see whether the religion of the Servile State is not in every case what I say: the encouragement of small virtues supporting capitalism, the discouragement of the huge virtues that defy it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Servile State, 1949
The quote critiques how capitalism promotes modest moral traits while suppressing larger, transformative virtues.
In simple terms: Capitalism favors small virtues, hinders big ones.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and nurture larger virtues.
Themes
politics
economics
ethics
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- business leadership
- public policy
- personal development
Key Concepts
capitalism
virtue ethics
social control
Questions to Reflect On
- How can individuals foster big virtues within capitalist structures?
- What policies could encourage transformative virtues?
A Different Perspective
Large virtues may be suppressed by systemic incentives.
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