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I have a few topic ideas I'd like to explore in a new debate and would love to hear your thoughts, as you'll likely be the ones reading it. I wouldn't want people to read a boring debate, so feel free to share your thoughts. Please feel free to comment below if you'd like to participate in any of these topics or if you have any suggestions for new ones.

I'll list the topics in order from "most common/least interesting" to "least common/most interesting," based on how familiar I think people might be with them. By "most common," I mean topics that are often debated and may feel overdone, like an overplayed song. I'd prefer to avoid familiar topics if everyone already knows them well.

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  1. Are the dual natures of Jesus contradictory or self-refuting?
  2. Do the Marian Dogmas have theological basis?
  3. Does Purgatory have theological basis?
  4. Is the Trinity logical?
  5. Do any of the Seven Sacraments have theological basis?
    • For the purpose of the debate, we would be selecting one Sacrament
  6. Is the Bible a reliable source?
  7. Is the Trinity in the Bible?
  8. Does the Bible claim Jesus is God?

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Are the dual natures of Jesus contradictory or self-refuting?
Too ill defined to evaluate.


Is the Trinity logical?
No


Is the Bible a reliable source?
No


Is the Trinity in the Bible?
Contradictions in the bible can be resolved by the trinity, but the trinity is a contradiction, so that doesn't mean much.


Does the Bible claim Jesus is God?
Why would divinely inspired truth in text-form beat around the bush?
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To clarify, I wasn’t seeking responses to the debate questions themselves. The topics I shared are debate subjects I’m considering for future events. I’m looking for opinions on whether people find these topics interesting and suitable for debate — not answers to the questions.
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No they are not interesting.  It's something only  debated by theologians within catholic and orthodox circles . If you really want to make a difference your entire focus should be on polemics with Muslims. 
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That's an interesting take. Would you say there are a lot of Muslim debaters on this website? I don't check the debate feed often, but when I do I can't say I recollect much Muslim content. 
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"Theological basis" is a bit vague -- maybe ask if they have a biblical basis?
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I'd say we have an ethical obligation to drag them here and destroy their stupid religious views so they can stop out converting us. 

Hey as a catholic though, I have some questions since I was considering catholicism. 

1. Why is the pope saying their are many ways to heaven not just Jesus?

2. With lucifer being k own as the light bringer, why did the catholic church just bring this Luce character which translates to light. 

These two things are looking like red flags to me and I am considering orthodoxy
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Thank you for the feedback! Regarding your first question, I haven’t delved deeply into the Pope scandal myself, but I recommend watching this video for more information. As for your second question, I’m not entirely sure I understand. Could you please clarify?
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  1. Is the Bible a reliable source?
No, it (New Testament in particular) isn't reliable as any type of source concerning the life and times of Christ nor 1st century Palestine/ Judaea.
Even with the obvious contradictions put aside, it is also full of ambiguous half stories  that lead to Cul-De Sacs from which spring myriads of unanswered questions which the Christian apologist will ignore, deny, swerve, obfuscate and simply lie about.

The Old Testament is probably more reliable as a history but is only concerned with the welfare and  prosperity of  only one tribe,  although  rather patchy when compared to the more detailed account handed down to us  as told  by historians such as Pharisee Priest and General Josephus whom, as I believe fills in many gaps that the bible  simply ignores. For example Josephus tells us that  Adam was taught in all  things relating to "that mysterious science of astronomy". One has to wonder why this brand new man would need to be taught about anything at all that exists miles above his head when there must have been more pressing things to need to know about here on Earth. 
Still. all good interesting stuff  if you were to ask me.

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Maybe this can give context to the second question

https://news.sky.com/story/vatican-unveils-new-cartoon-mascot-for-catholic-church-13244550
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Mary must have been the most ignorant negligent mother to have ever walked the Earth given the circumstances surrounding her conception and the birth of gods "ONLY" son.

It was a whole day before she realised that her heavenly charge- son of a god no less!-  was missing. And another three to find the little lingerer.
And what is as puzzling is  as to why it was that they were "astonished" by how he spoke and answered questions!  Why was they!?
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To those that wanted to answer the questions, I can see that you have opinions on the topics. Would either of you be willing to engage in a debate?
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I am more than happy to discuss with you here on the open forum. 
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@WyIted
In Latin, "Lucifer" translates to "light-bearer" or "morning star," and in early Christian contexts, it sometimes even referred to Christ in his role as the "light of the world." The Church often uses the word lux (Latin for "light") to symbolize divine wisdom, purity, and truth, especially in association with God or Christ as the "light of the world." Consequently, luce is Italian for "light." The title of "light" is not unique to Lucifer, as Jesus is also known as the "light of the world." The reference to "Luce" may symbolically represent Christ or saints who "bring light" to guide humanity. Although I haven't researched it thoroughly, there are clearly various reasons for the Catholic choice to name "Luce" as "light." I personally don't see this as a red flag.

Hopefully this context cleared some speculation.

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@Stephen
At the moment, I'm looking into debating. I've noticed you have a considerable amount of posts but no debates. I'm quite curious why you don't participate in debates. Is there a specific reason?
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If you mean the things under the "deabate" tab, then no. The truth is not served by constraining the dialogue to two people nor the votes pretending to decide a winner.

If you actually care about the true answers to your questions you would be far more interested in the best answer rather than the answers given by only one person in a limited time. i.e. ask the questions in the forums. Of course there is hardly anyone on this site or any other debate site so you might have to be patient or widen the net to be fairly sure you've gotten the best answers that humanity has to give.
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 I'm quite curious why you don't participate in debates. Is there a specific reason?

I simply prefer to discuss my theories, opinions and beliefs concerning the scriptures on this open forum where they can be challenged by all comers including Chaplains, Pastors and Priests and  to be able to ask questions of my own and hopefully receive good, reliable coherent  answers and or replies.

I've noticed you have a considerable amount of posts 

 Indeed. I believe its about 200 threads I have created on the scriptures/Christianity alone. Some went well and some didn't. 

Can you not think of anything yourself concerning the bible that you may want to discuss or worth asking about and questioning?

I also have noticed that only two  of the four threads that you have created are simply asking for" ideas or topics" of what to debate concerning the bible. I gave you one above HERE>> #11 Do I have a good point? Am I wrong? Does my comment make sense? Is it a reasonable question?  Is it a silly observation? And , do you have a reply?