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[quote][quote]“[size=1]A debate is only justified to unveil truth, so that the more knowledgeable should impart knowledge to the less knowledgeable, and to stimulate a weaker intellect.” - adh-Dhahabi.......[/size=1]
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[size=1][blue][b]The above quotes refer to debates among scholars and these debates differ to a great extent from 'Online debating'.

[u]Wikipedia definition of Online debating:[/u]

With the increasing popularity and availability of the Internet, differing opinions arise frequently.

Though they are often expressed via flaming and other forms of argumentation, which consist primarily of assertions, there do exist formalized debating websites, typically in the form of online forums or bulletin boards.

The debate style is interesting, as research and well thought out points and counterpoints are possible because of the obvious lack of time restraints (although practical time restraints usually are in effect, e.g., no more than 5 days between posts, etc.).

Many people use this to strengthen their points, or drop their weaker opinions on things, many times for debate in formal debates (such as the ones listed above) or for fun arguments with friends.

The ease-of-use and friendly environments make new debaters welcome to share their opinions in many communities[/b][/blue] [/size=1][/quote]

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