Abstract

Philosophy of what is capitalism and what should capitalism be has been an ongoing battle of balance between doing good and doing business. Capitalism is as old as civilization, as humans began
congregating together to build societies specialties were developed and excess crops, meat, cloth, and skins were available. Prudent society realized that to eat, clothe, and live in a safe environment the division of labor made sense. How that division of labor and society benefits is where capitalism (or markets) begins. This article focuses on the ideas driving capitalism and what those philosophies mean for the benefit of our society.

Key words: Capitalism, Society, Philosophy