A History of Jewish, Christian, and Muslim Perspectives of Poverty January 3, 2021 1 min read Abrahamic views of poverty as a curse and poverty as a blessing – and their interrelated history and meaning. By Rev. Dr. Patrick J. RyanLaurence J. McGinley Professor of Religion and SocietyFordham University 122620-10-History-Religion Originally published by Fordham University, free and open access, republished for educational, non-commercial purposes. About the Author Matthew McIntosh Administrator Visit Website View All Posts What do you feel about this? 0% Love 0% Funny 0% Wow 0% Sad 0% Angry Post navigation Previous: A History of New Year ResolutionsNext: The Legend of Arius’ Death: Imagination, Space and Filth in Ancient Historiography Related Stories Engines of Empire: The History of Ancient War Chariots September 18, 2025 Routiers and the Economy of War: Mercenary Soldiers in the Medieval World September 18, 2025 Forging an Army: George Washington and the Struggle to Build the Continental Forces September 18, 2025