Theoloeconomist

Being an economist and a theologian simultaneously means engaging with two distinct but interrelated fields: economics, which focuses on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, and theology, which deals with the study of religious beliefs, practices, and experiences.

Key Aspects of Being Both an Economist and a Theologian

1. Interdisciplinary Approach:

Individuals in this dual role draw on principles from both fields to analyze and understand societal issues. They may explore how economic systems and theories impact social justice, moral responsibility, and community welfare from a theological perspective.

2. Ethical Considerations:

Theologians often emphasize moral and ethical implications in their work, which can be crucial in economic discussions. Economists who are also theologians may advocate for ethical economic practices, focusing on how economic decisions affect individuals and communities spiritually and morally.

3. Social Justice:

Many economists and theologians emphasize the importance of social justice, exploring how economic policies can align with ethical and religious values. They may address issues like poverty, wealth distribution, and the ethical responsibilities of businesses and governments.

4. Faith-Based Perspectives:

This dual role can provide a unique perspective on economic issues, grounded in religious beliefs and values. Theologians who engage with economics may interpret economic behaviors and systems through the lens of faith, advocating for practices that reflect their spiritual convictions.

5. Contributions to Policy and Reform:

Those who combine economics and theology may contribute to discussions about economic policy, offering insights that consider both economic efficiency and ethical implications. Their work may influence social reform movements that aim to align economic systems with religious and ethical principles.

6. Education and Leadership:

Many individuals in this role are involved in educational settings, teaching about the connections between economics and theology. They may also hold leadership positions in religious organizations or institutions focused on promoting ethical economic practices.

Conclusion

Being both an economist and a theologian allows for a comprehensive understanding of how economic systems operate within a moral and ethical framework. This interdisciplinary approach can lead to more socially responsible economic practices that consider the well-being of individuals and communities from both economic and theological viewpoints.

The Contribution of Theologians, Economists and Religious & Economic Thinkers

1. Saint Ambrose of Milan (c. 340–397)

2. Saint Augustine of Hippo (354–430)

3. Saint Thomas Aquinas (1225–1274)

4. Duns Scotus (c. 1266–1308)

5. Jean Buridan (c. 1300–1358)

6. Nicole Oresme (c. 1320–1382)

7.  Saint Antoninus of Florence (c. 1389–1459)

8. Fra Luca Pacioli (c. 1447–1517)

9. Nicolaus Copernicus (1473–1543)

10. Thomas More (1478-1535)

11. Francisco de Vitoria (c. 1483–1546)

12. Martin Luther (1483–1546)

13. Martín d'Azpilcueta (Navarrus) (1492–1586)

14. Domingo de Soto (1494-1560)

15. John Calvin (1509–1564)

16. Diego de Covarubias y Leyva (1512–1577)

17. Francisco Alvarez de Toledo (1515-1582)

18. Thomas Mercado (1525-1575)

19. Luis de Molina (1535-1600)

20. Juan de Mariana (1536–1624)

21. Francisco Suárez (1548–1617)

22. Leonardus Lessius (1554–1623)

23. Hugo Grotius (1583–1645)

24. John de Lugo (1583–1660)

25. John Locke (1632–1704)

26. Isaac Newton (1642–1727)

27. Abbé De Saint-Pierre (1658–1743)

28. Bishop George Berkeley (1685–1753)

29. Rev. Thomas Bayes (1702–1761)

30. Abbé De Mably (1709–1785)

31. David Hume (1711–1776)

32. Abbé Guillaume-Thomas Raynal (1713–1796)

33. Adam Smith (1723–1790)

34. John Witherspoon (1723–1794)

35. Abbé André Morellet (1727–1819)

36. Ferdinando Galiani (1728–1787)

37. Anders Chydenius (1729–1803)

38. Abbé Nicholas Baudeau (1730–1792)

39. Henry Thornton (1760–1815)

40. Thomas Malthus (1766–1834)

41. Thomas Chalmers (1780–1847)

42. Abbé Félicité De Lamennais (1782–1854)

43. Richard Whately (1787–1863)

44.  Charles M. A. Clark (c. 1800–1850)

45. Alfred Marshall (1842–1924)

46. Heinrich Pesch (1854–1926)

47. Thorstein Veblen (1857–1929)

48. Maximilian Karl Emil Weber (1864–1920)

49. Thomas Nixon Carver (1865–1961)

50.  R.H. Tawney: (1880–1962) 

51.  John Maynard Keynes: (1883–1946)

52. Karl Polanyi (1886–1964)

53. Oswald von Nell-Breuning (1890–1991)

54. Jacob Viner (1892–1970)

55. Abbé Pierre-Joseph-André Roubaud (18th C.)

56. Bernard Lonergan (1904–1984)

57. Kenneth Boulding (1910–1993)

58.  E.F. Schumacher: (1911–1977)

59. Murray Rothbard (1926–1995)

60.  Gustavo Gutiérrez: (1928–present)

61. Rodney Stark (1929–present)

62.  Amartya Sen: (1933–present)

63.  Michael Novak: (1933–2017)

64. Paul Heyne (1938–2010)

65. Gary North (1942–present)

66. Benjamin M. Friedman (1944–present)

67. Roberto Mangabeira Unger (1947–present)

68. Alessandra Smerilli, FMA (1974–present)

69. Anthony Annett (20th Century)

70. Arij Lans Bovenberg (20th Century)

71. Benedetto Gui (20th Century)

72. Bernard Dempsey (20th Century)

73. Bill Neenan (20th Century)

74. David P. McCarthy (20th Century)

75. Dieter Becker (20th Century)

76. Douglas Marcouiller, SJ (20th Century)

77. Eli B. Cohen (20th Century)

78. Giacomo Todeschini (20th Century)

79. Götz Briefs (20th Century)

80. Gustav Gundlach (20th Century)

81. Israel Kirzner (20th Century)

82. J.J. Muller, SJ (20th Century)

83. Jacques Lécaillon (20th Century)

84. John M. M. Drexler (20th Century)

85. Kristin A. M. Miller (20th Century)

86. Laurence Robert Iannaccone (20th Century)

87. Ludwig Elster (20th Century)

88. Manfred Hermanns (20th Century)

89. Mauro Magatti (20th Century)

90. Paul D. McNelis, SJ (20th Century)

91. Paul Oslington (20th Century)

92. Philippe Simonnot (20th Century)

93. Rev. John McVickar (20th Century)

94. Rev. Robert Wallace (20th Century)

95. Richard A. Wong (20th Century)

96. Richard Jones (20th Century)

97. Richard L. Wood (20th Century)

98. Robert Philip Kolb (20th Century)

99. Walter A. E. Lindner (20th Century)

100. William L. Andre (20th Century)

101. Adrian Pabst (21st Century)

102. Audrey Gladys Donnithorne (21st Century)

103. Jenna M. S. Anderson (21st Century)

104. Luigino Bruni (21st Century)

105. Mary Hirschfeld (21st Century)

106. William Sims Bainbridge (21st Century)

107. Yoshinori Shiozawa (21st Century)