So what would be the rules/guidelines of a Religion & Philosophy Board?

I would think the general board rules that are already in place should be good enough.

Would you have to do something to moderate the amount of "pray for my _____" threads? because those could basically overrun the board

flaming and deliberate attacks on people's personal beliefs would have to result in suspension, i would guess

Given the subject matter, and how posters feel about it, I would treat the board similar to the OT. Posters and threads should get a good bit of latitude and Admins should only come in on things that are blatant rule violations (existing rules should suffice). Otherwise, treat it as an "Enter at your own risk" and let it go for the most part.

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strong guidelines established upfront to prevent the recent trend that I have been seeing in religious threads...so, let me hear your thoughts...

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The current rules prevent flaming. But with religious discussions people assume flaming can be the norm.

I'm cool with flaming/trolling for the record.

Here is what I would propose:

Serious Rules
1. Thread titles raise specific philosophical/religious topics/questions.
2. Those specific topics/questions are addressed in the thread
3. The allowance of scheduled formal debate threads containing their own set of rules (ie two-four posters named in the OP and they are only allowed to post official responses)
4. No blatant disrespect shown to another unless rule 6 kicks in
5. If there is currently an active topic on a particular subject, anchor the rest

Fun Rules
6. I think it should be ok to call other posters tards etc. because, quite frankly, in these discussions those names can be warranted
7. Can have picture only threads that rile up the other religion
8. IM threads allowed

could we make it one of those invisible boards a la classics, over 40, weather, pron boards so i never ever accidentally click there?

Basically there should be a disclaimer: No flaming allowed but if you are easily offended stay away.

Some discussion, while truly legitimate, could offend certain people.

For instance, questions on what someone may deem to be weird practices: Lord's Supper, Holy Underwear. ETC.

The people posting on the board need to get over being offended so easily.

BTW, I hope this goes through

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I am fine with exploring a Religion & Philosophy Board...

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Thank you Chicken!

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but I would like for there to be strong guidelines established upfront to prevent the recent trend that I have been seeing in religious threads

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Meh. I think if it had it's own separate forum it would be better to just ban people who get out of line rather than trying to set too stringent of guidelines.

The general rules are good enough regarding flaming, trolling, etc.

what are the recent trends so we can know what to ban.

I still don't understand why people who are offended and complain about religion threads click in them and then post.

Kinda odd to coddle a group that could help themselves just by not clicking.