This chapter analyses some phenomena in organized religion from the point of view of economics. It is argued that religious activity derives from the individual's quest for sense and justification that molds institutional and other features of religious activity, as brought about by competitive...

Regional policy accounts for approximately 35% of the EU budget (European Commission 2005). This share is even likely to increase further in the next few years, following the accession of twelve Member States in 2004 and 2007. The regional policy budget of the EU is mainly spent on subsidies for...