Philosophy

[close] „Every time I read and finish a classic, I feel this kind of success for my personal growth.“ If you also love to read classics, you should feel free to join us!

[close] This global discussion group has been designed to encourage debates about important and underreported issues of our era. All you need is an enquiring mind and a desire to gain or share “underground knowledge”. This is also a place to discuss the controversial topics explored in The Underground Knowledge Series (non-fiction books) by James Morcan & Lance Morcan as well as the Underground Knowledge podcast show.

[close] Study and discussion of the important questions of ethical and political philosophy from Confucius and Socrates to the present. Rules (see also the Rules and Housekeeping topic): Subject to copyright law and these rules, posters may cite, link, or quote any publication, including their own. Posts linking to outside sources must contain a brief explanation of the nature of the linked material and, unless obvious, how it is relevant to the topic being discussed. All posts and linked material must be in English. Posts and any linked material should be polite and not degenerate into ad hominem attacks. The purpose here is to seek light, not heat—rational discourse, not shouting matches. Leave your cable news persona at home and put on your philosopher's mantle when entering this group. Rational argumentation and Socratic questioning are welcome. Hectoring, intimidation, insult, and presumptuous condescension toward other group members are cause for immediate removal from the group. Internet "trolls," advocates of violence, and posters failing to comply with these rules will be removed from membership, as will posters who persist in raising issues that are outside the scope of the subject matter of this group. New members may introduce themselves in the New Member Introductions topic. See posts 4-5 here regarding the creation of new topics. Photo credit: Socrates sculpture at Louvre (CherryX per Wikimedia Commons [CC-BY-SA-3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons)

[close] Welcome to the Maqasid Governance Group on Goodreads! Our mission is to explore and discuss the principles and applications of Maqasid al-Shariah (Objectives of Islamic Law) in the context of modern governance. This group is dedicated to scholars, students, and enthusiasts who are interested in the integration of ethical and moral values in governance systems. What we do: Book Discussions: Engage in thoughtful discussions on books that delve into Maqasid al-Shariah, governance, and related topics. Author Interactions: Participate in Q&A sessions with authors and scholars in the field. Resource Sharing: Share articles, papers, and other resources to deepen our understanding. Debates and Dialogues: Encourage respectful debates and dialogues on contemporary issues in governance through the lens of Maqasid. Whether you're a seasoned scholar or new to the topic, you'll find a welcoming community here. Join us to expand your knowledge, share your insights, and connect with like-minded individuals passionate about ethical governance.