The theory of cultural bias... is the idea that a culture is based on a particular form of organization. It can't be transplanted except to another variant of that organization. Mary Douglas basebiascultural Change image and share on social
If you want to change the culture, you will have to start by changing the organization. Mary Douglas changecultureorganization Change image and share on social
Any great organization can go through sectarian phases. Mary Douglas greatorganizationphase Change image and share on social
It's unlikely that the organized religions will get more sectarian... or is it? I am not at all sure. Mary Douglas organizereligionsectarian Change image and share on social
Some scholars have been arguing that a civilizational clash between organized religions is the next step in human history. Mary Douglas arguecivilizationalclash Change image and share on social
It is very reasonable to worry about the harm done by organized religion, and to prefer looser and more private arrangements. Mary Douglas arrangementharmloos Change image and share on social
Yes, disappointment over perceived unfairness, injustice, promises not kept, tends to go hand in hand with increasing prosperity. Expectations are dashed. What can I say! Mary Douglas dashdisappointmentexpectation Change image and share on social
Without that assured American largesse Israel would have been obliged to come to an accommodation with her neighbours. Mary Douglas accommodationamericanassure Change image and share on social
Mormons... are so strong, they can handle wealth, they are confident. I think it is because they are not bogged down by rules for equality, but have a firmly defined system of relative status and responsible command. Mary Douglas bogcommandconfident share on social
Our technological infrastructure alienates us from each other. No need to form a workplace community, everybody there will be out in a year or two, and so will you, looking for a better place. Mary Douglas alienatecommunityform Change image and share on social
