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OIKOS: Convergence in business ethics

William Johnson Everett

Journal of Business Ethics · 1986 · Volume 5 · Issue 4

DOI: 10.1007/BF00383098

Abstract

The current focus on corporate culture in managerial theory, on character development in business ethics, and on the work—family relationship in family studies calls for an integrating concept to help us explore the relationship of work, family, and fundamental values. The ancient Greek concept of theoikosoffers a basic framework for understanding the ensemble of emotional commitments and faith values underlying ethical action in organizational life. Examination of the interrelationships among the arenas of work, family and faith directs us to the importance of ecclesiologies, faith concepts, and family forms for business ethics.

Keywords

Economic Growth, Business Ethic, Arena, Family Relationship, Family Study

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