Long-Term Financing

Discuss the following question: Commercials suggesting that "buying gold" would be a wise decision are commonly aired. Explain the difference between "hedging" and "speculating" by explaining why someone who wishes to "hedge" against inflation might choose to purchase gold. Explain why someone who wishes to "speculate" might also choose to purchase gold. Relate the motivations of "hedging" and "speculating" to the topic of Christianity.