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How was the Industrial Revolution affected by religion according to Weber?
How was the Industrial Revolution affected by religion according to Weber?
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How was the Industrial Revolution affected by religion according to Weber?
Weber proclaimed that religion, specifically the Protestant belief of divine redemption, which was derived from constant toil, promoted the widespread work ethic, ambition, and ideals that enable the rise of industrial capitalism.