Max Weber
Max Weber (1864-1920) was a German sociologist, philosopher, and political economist, recognized for his profound contributions to social theory and methodology. His analysis of the relationship between religion and capitalism, particularly in his seminal work 'The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism,' highlighted how cultural values can influence economic behavior. Weber introduced key concepts such as 'Verstehen' (interpretive understanding) and 'ideal types,' which have become foundational in sociological research. His work on bureaucracy and authority remains influential in understanding modern organizational structures, making him a pivotal figure in the development of social sciences.
Born on Apr 21, 1864 (161 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venezuela | 2 | 6.50 | 0.12% | +10% | 28,435,943 | 37,777 | $48,000 | 64$ |
| France | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 37,687 | $2,700,000 | 1,559$ |
| Colombia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 27,342 | $350,000 | 188$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 6.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 21,927 | $2,700,000 | 872$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,627 | $700,000 | 455$ |
| Totals | 6 | 221,132,971 | 130,360 | $6,498,000 | 3,138$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
Max Weber is referenced as a great thinker who built his sociology around the strengths of western governance.
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Colombia:
Max Weber is referenced for his definition of charismatic authority as a form of power legitimization.
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Switzerland:
Max Weber emphasized that politics requires a slow and careful approach, contrasting with business practices.
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Venezuela:
Max Weber's theory of charismatic leadership offers a perspective to understand the political dynamics in Venezuela.
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Venezuela:
Max Weber is cited regarding the definition of power.
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France:
Max Weber's theories on authority and leadership are referenced in relation to the governance of Pope François.
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Slovakia:
Max Weber's work on legitimacy and charismatic authority is referenced in relation to Trump's political rise.
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France:
Max Weber is credited with the idea that modern economics originated from the Protestant Reformation.
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Montenegro:
Max Weber is an intellectual giant in the theory of administration.
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United Kingdom:
Max Weber proposed a 'value-neutral approach' by which one aimed to be objective irrespective of one’s politics.
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