The Fundamentals of Debate
These videos cover the fundamental structure of Nalanda Debate, explaining the 3-Part Syllogism and then the format for how a pair of debaters carries on a successful debate that is based in clear logic.
The Syllogism - Debate School Series 2 Lesson 1
Ven. Namjong explains the 3-Part Syllogism, the fundamental structure of Nalanda Debate. The 3 parts are: the subject, predicate, and reason.
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The Flow of Debate - Debate School Series 2 Lesson 2.A
Venerable Namjong and Corinne explain how to respond in a debate and create a flow of back and forth dialogue between the Questioner and the Answerer (Challenger and Defender).
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Definitionology
Why are definitions such an important aspect of Nalanda Debate? Ven. Lobsang Drolma explains.
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Stay on Subject!
Ven. Lobsang Drolma explains how to keep a debate focused on the same subject with a very simple, but powerful trick - Use the word "It."
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