Debates | The BIG Debates

Is Jesus God?

The main theological difference between Islam and Christianity is divinity of Jesus. Islam rejects the divinity of Jesus, but accepts him as a Prophet of God with a unique role in Islamic theology. Christianity attributed divinity to Jesus as part of a triune God. Who is right? Are these two opposing theologies compatible? How can Muslims and Christians find common ground?

Humanism?

With an increase of people seeking to live ethical and fulfilling lives on the basis of humanism, this timely discussion was arranged to explore the rational and moral foundations of Islam and this increasingly popular philosophy.

Who Was Jesus?

A discussion on one of the most influential men that walked the earth. Who was Jesus? How did he live? Is there a historical Jesus? Is the Biblical narrative true? Does Islam paint the right picture? Did he exist?

God: Fairy Tale or Truth?

The Big Debates in conjunction with Islam Net presented a discussion on of the most contested issues of all time. The debate addressed a wide range of questions and issues such does God exist? Does monotheism make sense? Can we be good without God? Why is there so much suffering in the world? Does science make God impossible? Is religion evil?

Islam or Atheism?

The "Islam or Atheism?" debate was held at Friends House in London. The debate was between Ed Buckner and Hamza Andreas Tzortzis.

A Tale of Two Histories

The "A Tale of Two Histories: What Now for the Future?" debate was held at the University of Birmingham. The debate was between Ed Buckner and Adnan Rashid.

Religion = Better Lives?

The "Can We Live Better Lives Without Religion?" debate was held at Imperial College, University of London. The debate was between Peter Cave and Hamza Andreas Tzortzis.

God: Delusion or Truth?

The "God: Delusion or Truth?" debate was held at the University College London in October 2009 between Rick Lewis and Hamza Andreas Tzortzis.