WHY USE DEBATE AS A METHOD TO LEARN THE SUTRAS AND COMMENTARIES?

- Debate increases the motivation to learn, the more we debate, the more enthusiastic we become.
- Debate requires earnest preparation and profound contemplation.
- The opposite party's theory could be much clearer and superior, leaving us with a deep impression and admiration.
- Through debating, problems can be viewed from a broader and more in-depth perspective, and more perspectives can be heard.
- With the gathering of the sangha community, everyone can learn, discuss and debate together, there will be blessings from the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas.