Debate Topics
The Sayings of Confucius: A New Translation of the Greater Part of the Confucian Analects by Confucius
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Moral Compromise for Political Gain
"Is it ever justifiable to associate with morally corrupt individuals in order to achieve a greater good for society?"
The Value of Titles vs. True Virtue
"Is it more important for a leader to hold a position of power or to possess genuine virtue and wisdom?"
Filial Piety vs. Personal Integrity
"To what extent should filial piety take precedence over one's own moral convictions and personal integrity?"
Action vs. Contemplation
"Is true wisdom found in active engagement with the world or in quiet contemplation and self-reflection?"
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Characters naturally disagree on some subjects, as the author intended! Discover the tensions that drive the story. Features: pre-loaded questions, clickable prompts; characters who remember and talk authentically based on their values. Jump back into your favorite stories in a whole new way.