Catechism of the Catholic Church §2424 — excerpt
A theory that makes profit the exclusive norm and ultimate end of economic activity is morally unacceptable. the disordered desire for money cannot but produce perverse effects.
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Also cites: GS 63 # 3 · LE 7 · 20 · CA 35 · GS 65 # 2
