Chapter 2 explores the objectives, philosophy, and principles of Islamic banking, emphasizing the importance of complying with Shariah laws while also pursuing profit maximization. It highlights the differences between Islamic banks and conventional banks, noting that Islamic banks operate without interest (riba) and incorporate moral dimensions into their transactions. Various operational principles and practices, such as partnership (musyarakah) and profit-sharing (mudharabah), are detailed alongside discussions about the sources of Islamic banking philosophy.