The Philosophy of Finance fall semester will reflect on good and evil in the market through the lens of human history. Our first meeting will introduce the key idea driving our inquiry: modern economic thought emerges from a confluence of enduring stories and myths held by our predecessors. Before discussing the means of economic progress in the spring semester, we will consider the ends which the market serves. As such, our fall sessions will explore ideas expressed in Mesopotamian, Jewish, and Christian thought, as well as philosophical perspectives on money.

All seminars will take place on Fridays from 3 to 4 pm.

Google Calendar for the seminar is linked here.

Note: Readings are provided as clickable links in the below table.

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Readings can be exported as a PDF if you prefer a printed copy.