We conjecture that religious beliefs stimulate growth because they help to sustain aspects of individual behavior ? honesty, thrift, work ethic ? that enhance productivity. There is some indication that the 'stick' represented by the fear of damnation is more potent for growth than the 'carrot' from the prospect of salvation.
This website focuses on proverbs in the Swedish, Danish and Norwegian languages, and some parts including the links below have not been translated to English. They are mainly FAQs, various information and webpages for improving the collection.
This website focuses on proverbs in the Swedish, Danish and Norwegian languages, and some parts including the links below have not been translated to English. They are mainly FAQs, various information and webpages for improving the collection.