Capitalism plus Christianity equals Conservatism, basically, right? Aren't they the twin pillars of modern conservatism? Whereas liberalism these days tends more towards secular science, religious diversity, and socialism.
Thus, to be a conservative is to be a Christian and a capitalist.
How is this possible, to be a christian and a capitalist simultaneously? Capitalism emphasizes economic freedom, the freedom to become wealthy through profit. The freedom to keep one's wealth, rather than have it confiscated by the government in the form of excessively high taxes on the wealthy producers and achievers.
Capitalism is based on fair,tough competition.
With regard to taxes, Jesus said "render unto Caesar that which is Caesar's, and render unto God that which is God's."
HE further said: "go thy way, and sell whatsoever thou hast, and give unto the poor, and thou shalt have treasure, in heaven."
Jesus never said work hard in order to make a lot of money and have a high standard of living.
Was Jesus more of a capitalist, or more of a socialist?
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