I've seen in several religious forums that there is a section for formal debates, between two people. The debates are in specific rounds and specific durations (ex. 2 weeks). I think it would benefit us if we formed a separate section for formal debates. It is between 2 members and a moderator moderates to see if all rules are being followed. All posts other than participant's are deleted by the moderators.
But I'm actually joking. Yeah, I guess a debate section would be a good idea if people actually use it properly rather than abusing it to spread hate and headaches.
This was suggested before here and one of our Admins, Ansar Al-'Adl said this*:
I think informal open discussions are much better because everyone can contribute, it doesn't monopolize the discussions, you are not confined to time limits, you don't have to spend time negotiating rules, you have the option of leaving a discussion with a closeminded individual, you are not under pressure to represent anyone, it is not an "us" vs. "them" ego-slugfest, etc. Also, in a formal debate, the debator would probably get swarmed with member feedback and points - why not just have those members post the points themselves?
“Do not argue with your Lord on behalf of your soul, rather argue with your soul on behalf of your Lord.” - Dhul-Nun
"It is the very pursuit of happiness that thwarts happiness." - Victor Frankl
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