The slogan “From each according to their ability, to each according to their needs” is one of German philosopher Karl Marx’s (1818-1883) few explicit descriptions of communism. This essay describes the origins of the slogan and its meaning.
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Karl Marx’s Theory of History
An introduction to Karl Marx's theory of history, known as historical materialism.
Karl Marx’s Conception of Alienation
This essay focuses specifically on Marx’s theory of alienation, which rests on Marx’s specific claims about both economics and human nature.