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Is modern capitalism inherently opposed to Buddhism?

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In the Dhammapada in the chapter 20 - The Path it says > "I will make this my winter home have another house for the monsoon > and dwell in a third for during the summer". Lost in such fancies, one > forgets his final destination. (translation by Eknath Easwaran ) Although it clearly can't have been written with this intent - to me this reads like very pertinent critique of modern consumerism and capitalism. A lot of us find ourselves practicing in societies where this is the prevalent ethos so this feels relevant. Is there something about modern capitalism that inherently conflicts with Buddhism? Or is it possible to find quotes from texts or established teachers that are more supportive of the kind of capitalism//consumerism that we find ourselves in now?
Asked by Crab Bucket (21191 rep)
Apr 25, 2015, 01:26 PM
Last activity: Jan 24, 2018, 12:26 PM