The 'Puritan Ethic' (or Protestant Work Ethic) is a term used by sociologists to describe the Puritan belief that:
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Correct answer: Hard work and material success are potential signs of God's favor
While Puritans cautioned against greed, they believed that God called every person to a 'calling' or profession. Diligence in one's work was seen as a religious duty and a way to glorify God.
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- Which of the following best describes the 'covenant' as understood in Puritan political thought?
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