Meaning of chrematist | Babel Free

Definitions

1. One who studies or guides the wealth of the state; a political economist.
2. One who seeks to acquire wealth; a money-grubber.

Examples

“An augmentation of production is generally considered as an addition to national wealth ; and it is on this ground that all nations, under the guidance of the Chrematists, are making such strenuous efforts to increase their agricultural and manufactured produce.”

“They complained to Apollonius but Apollonius was not able to appear personally and sent a judge, the chrematist Peton, before whose court the peasants had to appear.”

“In the letter he gives Leon good news about the condemnation of their opponents by the chrematists, and states that the king will hear the case.”

“The great philosopher Thales of Miletus was a part-time chrematist. According to Aristotle, Thales was reproached with his personal poverty as clear evidence that his philosophy was of no use: 'Thales, if you're so smart, how come you ain't rich?"”

“In this scene he seems to generate money out of itself, like Aristotle's exploitative usurer or chrematist.”

“Unlimited accumulation is the goal of the chrematist and is evidence for Aristotle of the unnaturalness of the activity.”

“The chrematist is a harsh employer and partner, for he will use any means to maximise his targets.”

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