-together with standard growth models to frame the role of religion in economic growth. Unifying a growing literature, we argue that … religion can enhance or impinge upon economic growth through all four elements because it shapes individual preferences …, societal norms, and institutions. Religion affects physical capital accumulation by influencing thrift and financial …

This paper uses a historical setting to study when religion can be a barrier to the diffusion of knowledge and economic …

proxied by a country s dominant religion seems to be related to inequality. But in addition, in Judeo-Christian societies …

I investigate empirically the role of religion and political institutions in policies against human trafficking, using … influence of religion on the overall 3P Anti-trafficking Policy Index is driven by protection and prevention policies. As … empirical findings regarding the association between religion, political institutions, and human development. …

behaviour. As a source of exogenous income variation we use a change in the eligibility criteria for a government cash transfer …

recommendations. We find that voting recommendations do indeed matter, implying that even in a secularized world, religion plays a …