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What is Worship

Understanding the Relationship Between Religion and Entrepreneurship
To show reverence and adoration for God.
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Is Islam Associated With Business Success?
Bennani Khouloud Senda (University Tunis Carthage, Tunisia)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-1802-1.ch003
Abstract
Does religion have an impact on the decision making of the business owner? Is religion a driver of successful business owners? Does a relationship exist between the practice of moral virtues and the sake of maximizing profits? These research questions constitute the author's motivation of embarking on this investigation. The aim of this study is to determine whether there exists a correlation between religious values and entrepreneurship, which is measured in term of business ownership. More particularly, this chapter develops a greater understanding of how religion leads to productive entrepreneurial activity and business success. The analysis is based on a qualitative study. A life story interview method was used to collect data from a successful business owner (M. L.) who believes in Islam and worships it. Semi-structured interviews were conducted to collect data from 14 faithful Muslims subordinates who work for M. L. Data shows interesting information about the definition of key business success factors from Islamic beliefs, values, and practices.
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