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Noah's flood is scientifically impossible.

Noah's Flood is scientifically impossible.Here is why. Noah's flood was said to cover the mountains.I'll be generous and give it a 6 kilometre depth rather than Everest's 8.8 kilometres. Earth has an average radius of 6371 Km. Let the math begin. To find the volume of water needed for such a flood,we can simply use the volume of earth pre and post flood. Volume of sphere (roughly) is 4/3 pi R^3 With some math and a calculator 1.3333 * pi * 6371^3 = 1083206916845 km^3 1.3333 * pi * (6371 + 6 km)^3 = 1086270186754 km^3 Subtraction: 3063269909 Km^3 of water Water on earth(roughly)= 1386000000 3063269909 1386000000 huh,seems one of the numbers is bigger,strange... To find a percentage: (3063269909 /1386000000) * 100% just about 220% For Noah's Flood to happen,we need more that twice the amount of water available on Earth to do so. Note: I mean in no way any disrespect to Theists,this is merely a thought exercise I had in mind and I wanted to see the other perspective of it. Peace.
Noah's flood is scientifically impossible.

I want to ask some clarifying questions so I can understand the stance and argument better: 1. What do you mean by "Noah's Flood"? Do you mean the story found in the Bible or something else? 2. What does it mean to be "Scientifically Impossible"? Does that mean that there isn't enough physical water in the world? That there are no prior records of such an event? One question so I understand where you stand: What would make it scientifically possible for you? What evidence would be important for you to have to revise or reconsider that stance? My argument is as Follows: "Noah's Flood" I assume refers to the Bible story from Genesis. I assume also that the math is correct and shows that "Noah's Flood" couldn't have happened over the whole earth. However, that claim would depend on the assumption that the scope or size of the area referred to in the bible is the whole world as we know the world is today. I argue that the author of Genesis wouldn't have known how big the world is. He may have thought that a small section of the earth was the "whole world.” Are you interpreting the Bible literally word for word, or do you have an interpretation you are using? Some Christians view the Bible as a collection of books that are meant to be interpreted, but not all are to be taken literally. If you go with the interpretation that it was a small area, then it would be scientifically possible for that area to flood. So, it would be scientifically impossible if we say that it references the whole world, but it seems to be plausible if the story refers to a smaller area that none the less was considered the whole "World." Would you accept the argument that the “world” that passage refers to isn’t the World that we know today?
Animal Testing

I will debate against the resolve animal testing is good.Animal testing is not good but also wrong.Animal testing means using an animal for testing purpose, whether it is medical or science. You take a harmless animal away from its natural habitat and then force drugs or machine on it. After testing, the animals are then killed and is disposed. Many animals have been used and brutally disposed off in the progress.In addition, animal testing isn't reliable. Drugs' effects are varied from species to species. For example, aspirin is a very safe pain-killing drugs that has been used for many years by humans. However, aspirin is extremely toxic to cats and dogs and can cause possible deaths [1]. My third argument is that no matter how much testing we done on animals, we will eventually have to test it on human. Drugs that proves safe on animals can still have hidden side effects on human. The Food and Drug administration has determined 92% of the drugs that have proven safe and successfully tested on animals is considered ineffective or dangerous in human trials. [2][1]http://goo.gl...[2]http://goo.gl...
should student involve in politics

Thanks for the debate... == Definitions == Politics --> the practice or profession of conducting political affairs; political methods or opinions [1] Students --> anyone who studies; a pupil enrolled in a learning institution [2] == Contentions == 1. Voting Most students are citizens, and citizens of age have both the right and responsibility to vote in political elections. A voter should be well informed about the issues and candidates, and active (involved) in the political process by exercising their voting privileges. Even those who are too young to vote can aid or desist a cause; all citizens should chastise and reprimand her or his government to ensure that their views are heard and justice is served on a democratic level (acknowledging the wants and needs of citizens). 2. Jury Duty Everyone has a right to a trial by a jury of their peers. As such, citizens are often called to jury duty. They may or may not be students. Some students opt to participate in jury duty because they see it as a civic duty and/or a learning process in and of itself. 3. Witness If one is summoned to a court case to serve as a witness on a trial, they must comply and show up (or be faced with charges, including a warrant out for their arrest). A witness can even be a child; many students have been witnesses in court cases, which is part of a political process. Ergo, they are directly involved. 4. The Draft War is a political tool; students must enroll for the draft in case of a political emergency or call to arms. == Conclusion == Eh, I'll send this debate back to my opponent for now... == Sources == [1] http://dictionary.reference.com... [2] http://dictionary.reference.com...
Jesus is not the Messiah

I. What (or whom) is the “Messiah” Before we get into whether or not Jesus was the Messiah, we must first know what a Messiah is. In the Hebrew language, the word “Messiah” is מָשִׁיחַ (mashiyahP3;). It is important to note that “Messiah” is not the translation of the word mashiyahP3;, rather it is the English-equivalent of the title. [1] A “messiah” is simply someone who had been “anointed. ” Anointment, or smearing with the Oil of Sacred Anointment as per Exodus 30:22-23, was a ceremony that took place at the coronation of a Hebrew king. [2] Who is called a “messiah” in Scriptures? Well, King Cyrus is called “His mashiyah” in Isaiah 45:1[3] כֹּֽה־אָמַ֣ר יְיָ֘ לִמְשִׁיחוֹ֘ לְכ֣וֹרֶשׁ ׀ אֲשֶׁר־הֶחֱזַ֣קְתִּי בִֽימִינ֗וֹ לְרַד־לְפָנָיו֙ גּוֹיִ֔ם וּמָתְנֵ֥י מְלָכִ֖ים אֲפַתֵּ֑חַ לִפְתֹּ֤חַ לְפָנָיו֙ דְּלָתַ֔יִם וּשְׁעָרִ֖ים לֹ֥א יִסָּגֵֽרוּ׃ So said Adonai to His messiah, concerning Koresh (Cyrus) — whom I siezed by his right hand to flatten nations before him, and I will loosen kings’ loins — to open portals before him and gates will not be closed. .. . Moreover, in the book of Samuel, King Saul and David are called “m’shiyah adonai” or “Adonai’s Messiah. ” Saul is called this several times (see I Samuel 12:3, 12:5, etc. ) and David gets this title three times in 2 Samuel (19:21, 22:51 and 23:1) and once in Psalms (18:50)! This effectively refutes the Christian notion that Jesus “Christ” is the one and only Messiah that was to come. Obviously, there were many more “Messiahs”, and NONE OF THEM refer to God Himself! II. Jesus did not qualify to be the “Messiah” According to Scriptures, the Messiah MUST: 1. Be a descendant of King David through Solomon (2 Samuel 7:12-16) 2. Be a political/military leader (Isaiah 2:3, 11:2-3,6; Daniel 7:14) 3. Must be married and have children during his lifetime (Ezekiel 46:16-17) The genealogy is passed from the father (Numbers 1:18). Because Jesus did not have a biological father, Jesus could NOT be the descendant of David through Solomon. Jesus was never a king or a political/military leader. Finally, according to the New Testament, Jesus was God; therefore, he could not be married and have children. III. Jesus did not fulfill the Messianic prophecies According to the prophets, the Messiah will: 1. Be heralded by the return of Elijah (Malachi 3:1, 23-24) 2. Rebuild the third temple (Ezekiel 40-48) 3. In-gathering the Jewish exiles to the Promised Land (Isaiah 11:12) 4. Reunifying Judah and Israel into one people (Ezekiel 37:22, 24) 5. Establish world peace (Isaiah 2:4) 6. Bring about the universal knowledge of God (Isaiah 11:9) 7. Realizing the general resurrection of the dead (Daniel 12:2) Obviously, Jesus did not fulfill any of these Messianic prophecies. I turn it over to you. [1] . http://mordochai.tripod.com... [2] Ibid [3] . http://mordochai.tripod.com...;
Jesus is not the Messiah

Resolution Jesus is NOT the MessiahClarificationThis debate is NOT about whether or not Jesus existed, rather, we will examine the claime that Jesus is the Messiah under the light of Jewish scriptures. Positions of Opposing ContenderMy opponent must show that there are good reasons to believe that Jesus is the Messiah. I will attempt to show the opposite. Rules Round 1 is acceptance only. Absolutely no ad hominem attacks: This will result in an automatic loss. Do not introduce new arguments in the last round. If you wish to forfeit, then please post it; do not let the time run out!
Jesus is not the Messiah

I like to thank my opponent for offering this debate, that deny's that the Jesus written of in the New Testament was for-told in the Old Testament, is an fact that I assumed anyone suggesting this would understand that very basic fact. The bible is an eternal document. Mat_5:18, For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. Luk_16:17, And it is easier for heaven and earth to pass, than one tittle of the law to fail. I offer this: Adam's genealogy form a statement. Man can not do that. Hebrew -English Adam -Man Seth -Appointed Enosh -Mortal Kenan -Sorrow; Mahalalel -The Blessed God Jared -Shall come down Enoch -Teaching Methuselah -His death shall bring Lamech -The Despairing Noah -Rest, or comfort. That's rather remarkable: Man (is) appointed mortal sorrow; (but) the Blessed God shall come down teaching (that) His death shall bring (the) despairing rest. Here's the Gospel hidden within a genealogy in Genesis! (You will never convince me that a group of Jewish rabbis conspired to hide the Christian Gospel right here in a genealogy within their venerated Torah!) Adam was is God not all of mankind. 99.9% of all religions are false and of Satan. Rev_5:5, And one of the elders saith unto me, Weep not: behold, the Lion of the tribe of Juda, the Root of David, hath prevailed to open the book, and to loose the seven seals thereof. Rev_22:16, I Jesus have sent mine angel to testify unto you these things in the churches. I am the root and the offspring of David, and the bright and morning star. " Luk 3:38 Which was the son of Enos which was the son of Seth which was the son of Adam which was the son of God. " My opponent is actually proving scripture! Example#1: 2Pe_3:4, And saying, Where is the promise of his coming? for since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of the creation. Example #2 Isa_29:11, And the vision of all is become unto you as the words of a book that is sealed, which men deliver to one that is learned, saying, Read this, I pray thee: and he saith, I cannot; for it is sealed: Isa_29:12, And the book is delivered to him that is not learned, saying, Read this, I pray thee: and he saith, I am not learned. Isa_29:13, Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near me with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men: Isa_29:14, Therefore, behold, I will proceed to do a marvellous work among this people, even a marvellous work and a wonder: for the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the understanding of their prudent men shall be hid. Isa_29:15, Woe unto them that seek deep to hide their counsel from the LORD, and their works are in the dark, and they say, Who seeth us? and who knoweth us? Isa_29:16, Surely your turning of things upside down shall be esteemed as the potter's clay: for shall the work say of him that made it, He made me not? or shall the thing framed say of him that framed it, He had no understanding?
Jesus is not the Messiah

So sorry if the depth of the truth of my message goes right over the brain of my opponent. The truth is so simple Adam who was cursed returned via virgin born through Mary=Christ is what the bible is all about. Rev_5:5, And one of the elders saith unto me, Weep not: behold, the Lion of the tribe of Juda, the Root of David, hath prevailed to open the book, and to loose the seven seals thereof. Rev_22:16, I Jesus have sent mine angel to testify unto you these things in the churches. I am the root and the offspring of David, and the bright and morning star. " Isa 43:9 Let all the nations be gathered together and let the people be assembled: who among them can declare this and shew us former things? let them bring forth their witnesses that they may be justified: or let them hear and say It is truth. Isa 43:10 Ye are my witnesses saith the LORD and my servant whom I have chosen: that ye may know and believe me and understand that I am he: before me there was no God formed neither shall there be after me. Isa 43:11 I even I am the LORD; and beside me there is no saviour. " " Luk 3:38 Which was the son of Enos which was the son of Seth which was the son of Adam which was the son of God. " 1Ch_1:1, Adam, Sheth, Enosh, 1Ch_1:2, Kenan, Mahalaleel, Jered, 1Ch_1:3, Henoch, Methuselah, Lamech, 1Ch_1:4, Noah, Shem, Ham, and Japheth. 1Ch_1:5, The sons of Japheth; Gomer, and Magog, and Madai, and Javan, and Tubal, and Meshech, and Tiras.
Jesus is not the Messiah

Please do forgive me, but I am at a loss to fully understand what my opponent is trying to say. He posts a ton of scripture without really explaining how it points to Jesus. Remember, in order for me to win this debate, I must show that there are good reasons to reject Jesus as being the Messiah; and in order for my opponent to win, he must show there are good reasons to believe Jesus is the Messiah. As my opponent has not done so, please extend arguments.Types of Messiahs?I am unsure what my opponent means by "types" of Messiahs. How could there be a "type" of someone who is anointed? Remember that all kings and high priests are "messiahs" as they are ceremonally anointed with oil.A Word about the GreekMy opponent, unsurprisingly, points out the Greek translates "מָשִׁיחַ" (mashiyah) into "ΧριστP57;ς" (Christos). This is indeed true as ΧριστP57;ς is the Greek equivalent of מָשִׁיחַ, just as Messiah is the English-equivalent of מָשִׁיחַ. My opponent "scripture-bombs" - posts a ton of text without explaining how that relates to Jesus.
Rap battle(restarted)

What the f*ck you be playin at? At that bullsh*t, I just spat. Obviously, you were wrong, I was right, you don't even wanna f*ckin fight. So there, I just won, you don't even have heart to play, That makes me the winner, okay? I'm tired of the games, so today, I've gotta say, to a jackhammer you be clay. You really f*ckin suck at this game, so I'm gonna keep it short and sweet, you're so f*ckin far from fame, you can't even try to cheat.
Rap battle(restarted)

Okay, I see you like to throw some complex rhymes, but you ain't gonna have a vict'ry this time. I am the sh*it, you be callin' me brown, the rhythyms I spew, they be takin' you down. Based on a true story, this song I be singin', this rap I be flingin', on this throne I be kingin', you be bowin' down to me. Lookat this sh*it I be doin', this already over, the cows be mooin', and I be winnin', and you be losin', I'm givin' up, jus' kiddin' that's what you should be chosin'. So as I end this rap, just remember, you's crap, and the chance of you winnin' is the same as me clap ing for you. I'm through.
Rap battle(restarted)

Alright, Time for the battle, I've taken my seat I go pretty fast, keep up with the beat Not too long, you'll take the defeat As I said, I'll keep this one short and sweet I spit venom noones got the cure Raps like a Milf there so mature Even shakespeak can match up to my Litera-ture I dont care what you've been thinking Titanic your ship is sinking I'm the holy grail, from my cup you are drinking Can't understand my complex dialogue Been rappin this sh*t alone for so long call it a monologue Runnin a marathon and I aint stoppin Like a fish on the deck you keep on floppin Take your leg out from under you, better start hoppin Call it gay if you want, but spit we are swappin Raps are so polished I got the best style I guess even a blind squirrel finds a nut every once in a while But you wont beat me this time, I'll put ya name in the defeated pile
The Federal Reserve Should Be Abolished

I'm no economics expert, I'll say that up front. However, from all that I've read, I don't think it takes one to realize that the Federal Reserve is hurting the US economy, and has done so ever since its creation in 1913. It pains me to see the OWS protesters going on about capitalism and free market as the reason for disproportionate wealth. I will prove that it is the Fed that is responsible for such inequality, along with other measures which drastically hurt the US economy as a whole. From this contention, I will prove that all the problems caused by the Federal Reserve are grounds for it to be removed and replaced by a more preferable system like the gold standard. ConditionsPro must prove that there are compelling reasons to end the Federal Reserve, and that its abolition would provide a more stable economy. Con must prove that there are compelling reasons to keep te Fed, due to the fact that its removal would hurt the econoy even more.
The Federal Reserve Should Be Abolished

Ill make this quickThese was the Con's original comments of the Fed and the Great Depression," The Great Depression is almost never blamed on the Fed when taught in schools, but in reality the Fed's artificial manipulation of boom and bust cycle was the cause of the Great Depression""the Great Depression will be examined as to the Fed's role. In short: the Fed caused it"The Con now accepts that the Fed was not the cause of the Great Depression...."The $14 trillion national debt is entirely present because of how the Fed operates."I have shown that Congress themselves did this by constantly borrowing money from overseas. The Fed only followed orders by getting Congress the money they wanted by organizing deals to secure the loans without damaging the countries economic credibility" for a system that is corrupt to the core and has no business wielding the power that it does"I have shown how the fed is regulated by Congress and only exists to carry out the constitutional powers given to Congress, for Congress"Regarding the interest rate graph, I never said that an increase in interest rates automatically leads to immediate depression"Yeah you did you said it in round 3, twice"As can be seen, every time the Fed has increased interest rates, an economic depression has ensued"1 sentence later,"the Fed's control of the interest rates has irrefutably been a major factor in causing an artificial boom-bust cycle."Round 4: "creating debt and instability along the way while they rob the middle class with income tax,"I have shown that Congress is responsible for the debt and it is not the Fed that authorizes the Income Tax.So let me just summarize the points Ive made here.1) The Fed is not owned by private corporations2) The Fed is not responsible for the irresponsible spending of Congress3) The Fed is still regulated and closely watched by Congress4) The Fed is not responsible for the Great Depression5) The Fed exists to regulate banks and has done a very good job when compared to the rate of bank failures prior to its creation6) The Fed exists to bring economic stability to the nation7) The Fed simply carries out orders from Congress, not Wall Street banksThanks for reading, make sure you vote :D
Athletes should not be able to yield the National Anthem

Now this is a story all about how My life got flipped turned upside down And I'd like to take a minute, just sit right there I'll tell you how I became the prince of a town called Bel-Air In West Philadelphia, born and raised On the playground is where I spent most of my days Chillin' out, maxin', relaxin' all cool And all shootin' some b-ball outside of the school When a couple of guys who were up to no good Started makin' trouble in my neighborhood I got in one little fight and my mom got scared And said "You're movin' with your auntie and uncle in Bel-Air" I begged and pleaded with her day after day But she packed my suitcase and sent me on my way She gave me a kiss and then she gave me my ticket I put my Walkman on and said "I might as well kick it" First class, yo, this is bad Drinkin' orange juice out of a champagne glass Is this what the people of Bel-Air livin' like? Hmmm, this might be all right But wait, I hear they're prissy, bourgeois, and all that Is this the type of place that they just sent this cool cat? I don't think so, I'll see when I get there I hope they're prepared for the Prince of Bel-Air Well, uh, the plane landed and when I came out There was a dude looked like a cop standin' there with my name out I ain't tryin' to get arrested yet, I just got here I sprang with the quickness like lightning, disappeared I whistled for a cab and when it came near The license plate said 'Fresh' and it had dice in the mirror If anything I could say that this cab was rare But I thought "Nah, forget it, yo holmes, to Bel-Air!" I pulled up to the house about 7 or 8 And I yelled to the cabbie "Yo holmes, smell ya later" Looked at my kingdom, I was finally there To sit on my throne as the Prince of Bel-Air