Adam Smith on Impartial Patriotism

• Published in: The Review of politics Vol. 83; no. 3; pp. 329 - 350
• Main Author: Elazar, Yiftah
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: New York, USA Cambridge University Press 2021
• Subjects: 18th century; Cosmopolitanism; Happiness; Impartiality; International division of labor; Mercantilism; Morality; Nationalism; Patriotism; Philosophers; Prejudice; Public interest; Scholarships & fellowships

Scholars have emphasized Adam Smith's critique of the dangers of patriotism, but have not paid close attention to its potential value. This article recovers from Smith's work an attractive model of patriotism without nationalism. The potential value of patriotism lies in inspiring individu...