5. The Wealth of Nations: Ideology, Religion, Biology, and

5. The Wealth of Nations: Ideology, Religion, Biology, and Environment

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Ideological factors, especially comparative religions, are considered. Until 1500, China was the most developed region on the globe. Confucianism has no promise of an afterlife. There are no miracles for them. They are realistic and rational. Confucius is not a god or prophet. He is revered as a great teacher. His teachings are compatible with capitalism.

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8. From Monarchy to Democracy

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