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Roger from Grub Street in Exile discusses the impact of gold and money on society, referencing historical events, economic theories, and biblical commandments, while critiquing modern economic policies and figures like Alex Jones and Ron Paul.
Roger from Grub Street in Exile discusses the impact of gold and money on society, referencing historical events, economic theories, and biblical commandments, while critiquing modern economic policies and figures like Alex Jones and Ron Paul.
Detailed Summary for ["There is thy gold, worse poison to men's souls, Doing more murder in this loathsome world](
by [Monica](https://monica.im)
[00:00](
Exploring the themes of power, wealth, and obedience through historical and biblical references
- Introduction to the blog with a quote from Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'}
- Reference to Moses receiving commandments from God}
- Discussion on economic life during the beginning of the Roman Empire and Jesus' views on wealth}
- Explanation of the oppressive tax system and debt practices in ancient Judea}
[07:15](
Understanding the history and theories of money
- Political economists often neglect studying the history of money}
- Benjamin Franklin's role in supporting paper money and reasoning behind it}
- The collapse of the gold-silver ratio and its implications on monetary theories}
- The demonstration that legal forces, not market forces, determine the value of precious metals}
- William Blake's poem Jerusalem emphasizing the dangers of false idols}
[12:50](
The power of money to influence and shape individuals' lives is explored, emphasizing its role as a measure of value and an instrument of law.
- Money's influence on individuals and society is compared to an unseen but powerful force.}
- The potential for money to either distribute resources fairly or perpetuate social injustices is highlighted.}
- The discussion of money as a measure, an institute of law, and a symbol is outlined in 'Del Mar's science of money.'}
- The aim of the brochure is to clarify economic fundamentals for people of different economic backgrounds.}
- The reader is encouraged not to jump to conclusions and to focus on distinguishing concepts for mental clarity.}
[19:15](
Economic Distribution and Wealth Management
- The urgent economic problem of distribution in our time}
- Evolution of economic exchange methods from barter to tokens}
- Recognition of individuals contributing to wealth creation and distribution}
- Disparity in access to economic tokens leading to unequal distribution of work}
[25:40](
Discussion on the negative impact of a gold-centered monetary system and the promotion of economic enslavement by influential figures
- Exploration of the idea of a single source of wealth being gold-centered and its deflationary effects}
- Alex Jones and Ron Paul's involvement in promoting the New World Order's economic agenda}
- Desire for total economic enslavement through monetary usury and the call for
