Philosophy by the Book

Does god exist? And if so, is he good?

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How should we legislate against crime? What sort of punishments are useful to a perfect society? Are we to focus on retribution or rehabilitation? And what's the goal of all these laws anyway?

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How often should our city celebrate festivals? What sort of relationships are to be encouraged among citizens? Are we going to allow foreigners to live in our city?

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How are children to be educated? Should they learn music? Literature? Should men and women be educated equally?

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How are officers to be appointed in an ideal state? Will slavery be instituted? How is marriage to be regulated?

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Now that we know how to frame a law, we start to actually lay some down. What should laws be established for? Who should institute them? Who should rule before rulers are chosen? How do we choose those rulers?

How should laws be written? Should we accept foreigners into our ideal city? What would government be like if men were ruled by angels? Installment 4 in the Laws. 

What is the main goal of the statesman in his creation of laws? Which ancient state best represents monarchy and which democracy?

Did you know drinking parties are actually educational?

If the Republic cannot be followed, how are we to form our laws? What role does drinking have in the public good?