We revisit Max Weber's hypothesis on the role of Protestantism for economic development. We show that nationalism is … reject Weber's suggestion that Protestantism mattered due to an "ascetic compulsion to save". Moreover, we find that income …

as ethnicity and religion. In addition, the "intersectional" interactions between these different characteristics are a … and religion each have independent effects on discrimination. Tendencies towards discrimination differ greatly between … phänotypisches Aussehen als auch Ethnizität und Religion umfasst. Außerdem werden in dieser ganzheitlichen Rassismuskonzeption die …

—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 …