Martin de Azpilicueta

Martin de Azpilicueta (1492–1586), also known as Martin de Azpilicueta y Goñi, was a Spanish theologian and philosopher renowned for his contributions to moral theology and economic theory. He is best known for his work on natural law and his thoughts on just pricing and trade ethics, which laid early groundwork for modern economic principles. His writings emphasized ethical considerations in commerce, arguing that economic actions should align with moral values. Azpilicueta’s influence extended to the development of scholasticism and he became an important figure in the transition between medieval and modern economic thought.