Greed

Greed is an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food. It is one of the seven deadly sins in Christian theology.

Definition

Greed is the desire for material wealth or gain, ignoring the realm of the spiritual. It is also called avarice or covetousness.

Psychological Perspectives

From a psychological perspective, greed is not a helpful emotion to have, as it is not related to any key positive emotions, such as joy, happiness, or love. Greed is a source of unhappiness and is generally considered negative.

Religious Perspectives

In many religions, greed is viewed as a negative attribute, often associated with personal downfall. For example, in Christianity, it is considered one of the seven deadly sins.

Economic Perspectives

In economics, greed is often viewed as a necessary and inevitable aspect of human nature that drives economic growth.

See Also

• Avarice
• Seven deadly sins
• Economics
• Psychology

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