Weber on Traditional Authority - Foundations of Modern Social Thought

Explore Weber's concept of traditional authority in this 50-minute lecture from Yale University's "Foundations of Modern Social Thought" course. Delve into the nuances of Herrschaft, examining its translations as both "authority" and "domination." Analyze the primary forms of traditional rule: patrimonialism and patriarchialism. Investigate the key differences between these forms, focusing on the role of staff and personal loyalty. Discover the tension between traditional authority systems and capitalism, contrasting their motivations of need satisfaction versus profit. Gain insights into Weber's theory of domination, the three types of authority, bases of legitimacy, patterns of staff recruitment, and the historical evolution of authority types.