Debate Topics
Petrarch, the First Modern Scholar and Man of Letters: A Selection from His Correspondence with Boccaccio and Other Friends, Designed to Illustrate the Beginnings of the Renaissance by Petrarca, Francesco
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The Active vs. Contemplative Life
"Is it more virtuous to actively engage in the world and strive to improve society, or to withdraw from the world and dedicate oneself to contemplation and spiritual growth?"
The Role of Classical Education
"Is the study of classical antiquity a path to worldly success and civic virtue, or a distraction from spiritual salvation?"
The Pursuit of Fame and Glory
"Is the pursuit of fame and earthly glory a noble aspiration or a dangerous vanity?"
The Nature of True Friendship
"Does true friendship demand unwavering loyalty and agreement, or can it withstand disagreements and differing life paths?"
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