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“because whereas religion asks us to believe in something, money asks us to believe that other people believe in something.” quote by Yuval Noah Harari
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““because whereas religion asks us to believe in something, money asks us to believe that other people believe in something.””

Yuval Noah Harari

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Source Book: Homo Deus (2015)

Religion demands belief; money demands belief in others' belief.

In simple terms: Money relies on collective belief.

Key Takeaway

Recognize belief systems in economics.

Themes

economics faith social constructs

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

philosophical economic

When to use this quote

  • investment
  • marketing
  • policy making

Key Concepts

trust collective belief value perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does belief shape market behavior?
  • Can money replace spiritual faith?
A Different Perspective

Belief can be manipulated for profit.

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