What is it about?

The paper introduces the lives and the credos of Mahatma Gandhi and Saint Francis of Assisi. It highlights the place of non-violence, the credo of Gandhi, and the place of peace, the credo of Saint Francis of Assisi in modern business. Non-violence and peace are closely interrelated and both seem suitable to be used as the main characteristics of dealing with social and ecological problems.

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Why is it important?

The paper shows the place of non-violence and peace in modern business and encourages the business community to consider the relevance of both of these values in business. The study presents a theoretical summary of the subject and could inspire business people to realize non-violence and peace in business.

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The paper is a theoretical overview of the subject, but could inspire business people in order to apply genuine ethical practices in the spirit of non-violence and peace in business.

Dr Gábor Kovács
Budapesti Corvinus Egyetem

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This page is a summary of: The Spirit of Non-violence and Peace in Business, September 2015, Emerald,
DOI: 10.1108/s1572-832320150000024014.
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