kapitaliturgudel
Kapitaliturgudel is a term used in political economy and economic anthropology to describe the process by which capital accumulation is reinforced through culturally sanctioned rituals and practices in modern economies. The concept emphasizes that financial markets, corporate governance, advertising, and consumer routines operate not only through rational calculations but also through repeated symbolic acts that confer legitimacy on capital formation.
Etymology and usage: The compound blends Kapital (capital) with liturgy-related imagery. The term has appeared in
Concept and mechanisms: Kapitaliturgudel highlights three intertwined dimensions: ritual authority (the perceived sanctity of markets and
Criticism: Some scholars criticize the concept as overly ornamental or essentialist, arguing that material constraints and
See also: capitalism, financialization, economic anthropology, ritual theory.
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