Judaism and Capitalism

At its core, Judaism is about unity: the unity of the one Gâ??d, the universe and the unity of all people created in the image of Gâ??d. And yet, Judaism established a commonwealth, giving the ordinary man an irrevocable right to his own propertyâ??as we see that the Torahâ??s divides the Land of Israel to tribes and families, and commands the people to celebrate the Jubilee year (where all property is returned to its original owners every 50 years). The idea of land ownership by definition creates separation and division within society, contradicting the ideal of unity. How is it possible for us to live with these opposing ideals in our philosophy and practice?

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