Debate Topics
Siddhartha by Hesse, Hermann
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The Value of Experience vs. Doctrine
"Does profound understanding require abandoning established doctrines and embracing personal experience, even if it leads to suffering?"
The Nature of Love: Attachment vs. Detachment
"Is true love possible without attachment, or is detachment simply a denial of the inherent vulnerability and pain that come with deep connection?"
Generational Conflict and the Burden of Expectations
"To what extent are children obligated to fulfill their parents' expectations, and at what point does the pursuit of individual fulfillment justify causing pain and disappointment to those who love them?"
The Role of Material Wealth in Spiritual Growth
"Can the pursuit and experience of material wealth contribute to spiritual growth, or is it inherently a distraction from true enlightenment?"
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