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ironbadger31 ironbadger31 Active MemberOP
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#1 ·
If you haven't checked out the a> or the Grammy Awards 2003 FAQ, you should definitely head over to 😉. Basically, Reddit decided to go big this year by hosting a massive awards ceremony to celebrate our best users, hottest topics, and all-time favorite posts. Since we hang out in the philosophy section, we’re running our own little competition here too—so feel free to nominate your favorites! Democracy is a beautiful thing, though it does come with some responsibility (if you say otherwise, 😁). Anyway, I think the gist of it is pretty clear, but if you have any burning questions, just drop them quickly right here or shoot one of the mods a private message .

Since we’re in the philosophy sub, and we all love to ponder the deep stuff (in the true sense of the word😉), I’d love for everyone to jump in with at least one suggestion.

Each of you can nominate up to three topics, three users, and/or three specific posts, plus you can suggest three special award categories. I’ve laid out a template below and broken down exactly how to fill it out.

Submitting Topics

Let's take it step-by-step. First, browse through the philosophy section looking for those threads that really stuck with you or were just top-tier quality. Once you find one, open it up, and look at your address bar (that long strip in Explorer where you type URLs)—you'll see a long string of text 😁. At the very end of that string, there's a number—basically the unique ID for that topic. It looks something like "www.reddit.com...threadid=11111".

Just highlight that number and copy it (using Ctrl+C or by right-clicking and hitting "copy"). That little string of digits is the topic's fingerprint.

All you have to do now is paste that number into the form below, replacing the placeholder "111111".

Submitting Posts

This works almost exactly the same way, except instead of picking an entire thread, you're choosing one specific post that blew your mind. Every single post has its own ID number too. You can find it by hovering your cursor over the "quote" button for that specific post. So, once you find that one post that totally gripped you😁, just click "quote," and that long URL will pop up in your address bar again. Just like before, grab the number at the end. It’ll look something like "www.reddit.com........&postid=111111". Copy that number and swap out the "111111" in the form.

I've provided the template below for you to fill out. Instead of leaving it as "Topic Name," just type in the actual title. Easy as that.😁

A few quick ground rules:
  • 1. Nominations stay open until we decide they're closed. 😁
  • 2. Once the first round of nominations wraps up, we'll move to a voting phase to pick the winners, using the same process.
  • 3. Each user can nominate a maximum of three topics, posts, or users from the philosophy section this year.
  • 4. We'll be tallying the results regularly, updating them, and posting the progress right here.
    Just a heads-up: this thread is strictly for nominations, NOT for chatting or debating.
  • 5. You get to set the criteria! Pick based on whatever you want—the smartest, most interesting, most original, most educational, or even the absolute dumbest or funniest topic, post, or user.
  • 6. You don't *have* to explain why you're nominating something, though you're more than welcome to. Just know that any replies specifically arguing against a nomination will be deleted.
  • 7. Any nominations that don't follow the rules (like a broken link, for example) won't be counted.

Finally, here’s the template... (just hit "quote" to get it in a format you can actually fill out easily)
ironbadger31 ironbadger31 Active MemberOP
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#2 ·
Topic of the Year on Reddit:
1. topic name
2. topic name
3. topic name

Post of the Year on Reddit:
1. In the topic name thread, post 111111, by ironbadger31
2. In the topic name thread, post 222222, by ironbadger31
3. In the topic name thread, post 333333, by ironbadger31

User of the Year on Reddit:
1. user1
2. user2
3. user3

Special award nominations
Award name for topic: topic name
Award name for forum user: user
Award name for post: In the topic name thread, post 111111, by ironbadger31
ironbadger31 ironbadger31 Active MemberOP
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#3 ·
Topic of the Year on Reddit:

1. science and religion
2. Wu Wei
3. Is atheism a decay of the human spirit?

Post of the Year on Reddit:

1. In the science and religion thread, by Sound & Fury
2. In the Wu Wei thread, by Shaman
3. In the Is atheism a decay of the human spirit? thread, by K-101013

User of the Year on Reddit:

1. Sound & Fury
2. Porto
3. Secundus/Meta12/Agadir😁
swiftcobra15 swiftcobra15 Regular
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joined Dec 2002
#4 ·
Topic of the Year at Philosophy:

1. Wu Wei

Post of the Year at Philosophy:

1. on the topic Wu Wei, by Shaman

Forum Member of the Year at Philosophy:

1. Sound&Fury

😉
Paul Campbell3 Paul Campbell3 Regular
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joined Feb 2004
#5 ·
Topic of the Year on Philosophy:
wu wei
Marx Scheler’s critique of Descartes and modern anthropology

The year's top topic on Philosophy
On the philosophy in the theme of Wu Wei by Shaman

Member of the Year on Philosophy

Shaman
geza
Pandora
A Anonymous Veteran
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joined May 2005
#6 ·
Dragonfly said:The Post of the Year on Philosophy
In the philosophy in the theme of Wu Wei by Shaman

User of the Year on Philosophy

Shaman
geza
Pandora

👍 I'm totally on board with this.
Nathan Hayes31 Nathan Hayes31 Member
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joined Mar 2004
#7 ·
Here’s my take on the threads, individual posts, and users. Completely "unbiased," highly "expert," and totally devoid of any personal feelings.

MY NOMINATIONS FOR TOPIC OF THE YEAR IN PHILOSOPHY:

1) "Philosophical debate between an atheist and a believer," by user PBE. Link here:

2) "The dogma of atheism" by user Obelix. Link here:

3) "Animal ethics: the case against killing," by user Obelix. Link here:

MY NOMINATIONS FOR POST OF THE YEAR IN PHILOSOPHY:

1) Post by user PANDORA10-676, from the Topic "dogma of atheism" by Obelix, at:

2) Post by user OBELIX-1143, from the Topic "dogma of atheism" by Obelix, at:

3) Post by user SHAMAN-69, from the Topic "philosophy in the theme of Wu Wei by Shaman" by illegalea, at:

MY NOMINATIONS FOR USER OF THE YEAR IN PHILOSOPHY:

1) Obelix
2) PANDORA10
3) PBE
Sophia Evans76 Sophia Evans76 Member
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joined Dec 2003
#8 ·
Secundus said:1) ironbadger31
2) Pandora10
3) Sophia Evans76

😲

Who even loves me? 🙂 😍 my dear Aganorcic 😘 😍 👋

even though I'm barely hanging around this forum anymore...

I'll go ahead and cast my own vote for the best topic... science and religion

and for Member of the Year

1) Mljacko
2) ironbadger31
3) Secundus, Meta, Aganor 😍


I’d actually suggest adding another category for the absolute biggest nuisances, newbies, and plagiarists over in philosophy😁

1) Pandora (the newbie and the nuisance)
2) Flemming (the plagiarist and the nuisance)
3) Illegale (just a nuisance 😁 )
driftingpanther13 driftingpanther13 Newcomer
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joined Dec 2003
#9 ·
Sophia Evans76 said:😲

...I’d actually suggest adding another category for the biggest nuisances, the posers, and the plagiarists in the philosophy department. 😁

1) Pandora (the poser and the nuisance)
2) Flemming (the plagiarist and the nuisance)
3) Illegale (just a pure nuisance 😁)

Hehehe, I was just wondering why there isn't a category like that already. 😁 There really are guys here who are, at the very least, complete idiots—you could almost call them the "Shit of the Year" award winners. 🙂

1) Flemming (the plagiarist and a total amateur)
2) Secundus (the clueless one and the "sicko")
3) Geza (the nuisance and the buzzkill)

👎
ironbadger31 ironbadger31 Active MemberOP
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#10 ·
Is a human being actually anything more than just their brain? It’s one of those deep questions that keeps you up at night—you know, the kind of thing you find yourself debating over a late-night burger at a diner somewhere in Chicago. I mean, if we look at it from a purely biological standpoint, everything we feel, every memory we hold onto, and every crazy idea we have seems to stem from those gray cells firing away inside our skulls. But then, you have to wonder... there’s got to be something else, right? There’s a certain "spark" or a sense of self that feels much bigger than just electrical impulses and chemical reactions. Is there a soul, or maybe some deeper philosophy behind why we exist? I'd love to hear what you guys think about this.

We just wrapped up this massive, deep-dive discussion about the whole soul versus body thing—you know, consciousness, perception, all that good stuff. It was pretty wild how far we went; one minute we were dissecting hardcore materialistic theories, and the next, we were pivoting into more spiritual territory. We covered everything from actual scientific data to the more "out there" pseudoscientific ideas, not to mention plenty of philosophy and religious perspectives. It wasn't all just abstract theory, though. A few people actually shared some really intense personal experiences—talk of those "direct path" realizations and deep soul insights. The vibe in the thread was all over the place, too—it swung from super serious and academic to totally casual and laid-back. It was quite a ride!

And then there's the saint and Kurba... part two.

This is such a hilarious topic—honestly, that opening post by the vještac was pure gold. It really gets you in the headspace to just sit back and meditate on things for a bit. I will say though, the tone leaned pretty heavily into that New Age vibe at times, so if you’re one of those super hardcore, old-school scholars, you might find yourself feeling a little out of place!😁 You really ought to give this a read—I think a lot of you will find some serious inspiration here...😉

The big question.

This is such a fascinating discussion—it feels almost like reading a deep-dive essay or a review, mostly centering on the whole debate between atheism, theism, and all their different flavors. Definitely worth taking a close look at those posts from Mr. Pes, though. 😉Honestly, just like those top-tier takes from Secundus—which are always so incredibly solid and spot-on, even if they might be a bit hard to swallow if you aren't already deep into the subject matter—this is such a great thread. It’s exactly the kind of thing that gets people thinking and actually digging into new ideas and concepts.

So, I just witnessed this intense philosophical debate between an atheist and a believer—it was one of those deep, late-night conversations that really makes you sit back and think!

PBE really nailed it with this one—they laid out almost every major philosophical argument for and against the existence of God and the whole concept of the divine in such an engaging, easy-to-follow way. It’s honestly one of those fascinating, thought-provoking topics that manages to dive deep without getting boggeded down in heavy scholasticism or acting like they have some absolute truth to prove to anyone. If you want the best parts, you should definitely take a look at Shady-eve's posts and those witty takes from Vick... they're worth the read!😉

The ethics of killing other living beings—man, that’s a heavy one to dive into, isn't it? It's one of those topics that really makes you sit back, grab a coffee, and just stare out the window for a while. I mean, when you start peeling back the layers of what we consider "right" or "wrong" regarding life and death, things get messy fast. Is there a fundamental line we shouldn't cross, or is everything just a matter of survival and circumstance? It’s a rabbit hole that goes deep, and honestly, I don't think anyone ever truly finds a single, perfect answer that satisfies everyone.

The vibe was super laid-back—honestly, such a great turnout too! There was a really lively energy in the room. We ended up diving deep into some pretty heavy stuff, like ethics, vegetarianism, and even the whole concept of killing itself. It was quite the conversation.

Is the idea of not killing animals actually ethical—or are we all just losing our minds?

This topic actually has some pretty solid ground under it—we’ve mostly been diving into whether animals can truly think, how that process works, and then using those findings to draw our own conclusions about the whole "vegetarian ethics" debate. Just a heads-up though—this isn't exactly for anyone who prefers to skip over long-form reading!

Meta12 vs. ironbadger31 vs. everyone else...

It’s time for the big showdown—a deep dive into Christianity and Christian morality, centered around Christ and the Gospel. Honestly, it's mostly just me wrestling with my own insignificance in the grand scheme of things. 😁 Hey Mete12, about today’s Secundus session... We really dove deep into some ontological arguments—I even touched on a few alternative theories regarding Christ's existence, and I definitely threw in plenty of references to Nietzsche. Just a heads-up though: if you aren't really into those heavy scholastic debates, this might not be your cup of tea! 😉)...

And here comes another deep, heavy question about absolutely nothing...

Pandora10, as usual, loves to drift off into those deep waters of pure metaphysics... Honestly, it was such an intense mental workout—definitely one of those topics that leaves your brain feeling a little fried after you really start digging into it. The whole vibe of the discussion was pretty hazy and vague, too; we just ended up circling around without ever actually landing on a solid conclusion. 😁... "nothing" is still a total mystery...

Zen is just Zen!

Our resident master of all things Zen and deep thoughts has really tapped into the heart of Eastern philosophy here... Some people might think this whole thread is a waste of time, others might find a little spark of light in it, and I’m sure there are plenty who will just laugh at the various stories and little anecdotes illustrating how Zen philosophy actually plays out in real life... My advice? Just come at this with an open mind...😉

Aganorov corner....(updated) The Agijev club for devotees

This thread is basically a highlight reel of every argument, insult, spat, jab, and provocation that's ever popped up in our discussions... It's a total mess 😁, not even remotely related to actual philosophy, but honestly, it's a great place to have a good laugh...😁
ironbadger31 ironbadger31 Active MemberOP
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#11 ·
I’ve got a pretty cool idea brewing...😉

Why don't we all take a moment to share our thoughts on everyone else in this sub-forum? You know—what kind of people they seem to be, their general vibe, how they think, their temperaments... basically just your honest impressions of the other folks hanging out here...

I honestly think this could be a huge help when it comes time to vote for the best forum member of the year...😉 I'll be dropping my own take a little later on...
A Anonymous Veteran
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#12 ·
Forum Members of the Year
1. ironbadger31
2. mountain climber
3. 3. Secundus (Aganor, Meta)
ironbadger31 ironbadger31 Active MemberOP
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#13 ·
1. sound & Fury 2. porta 3. Secundus / Meta12
2. Porto
3. sound & Fury 2. porta 3. Secundus / Meta12 / Aganor
4. Aganor 4. Shaman
5. geza
6. Pandora10
7. ironbadger31
8. Sophia Evans76
9. Mljacko
10. planinar
11. Pandora10 2. adriatic 3. porta

Just a heads up—special nominations aren't included here yet... I'll be adding more to the list as we go!
Kenneth Hill37 Kenneth Hill37 Member
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#14 ·
Forum Members:
1.Pandora10
2.adriatic
3.Porto
Kenneth Hill37 Kenneth Hill37 Member
47 messages
joined Dec 2003
#15 ·
I really need to find some kind of special treatment for ironbadger31🙂
Jonathan Brooks8 Jonathan Brooks8 Active Member
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#16 ·
First, let me preface this by clarifying that my assessment of our philosophy forum members is anything but objective—in fact, it’s purely emotional and entirely subjective:

1. User of the year - Essenac 3. Adriatic

The top theorists in philosophy:
1. Flemming
2. Obelix
3. Agametundus

The most creative thinkers:
1. Pandora
2. Geza 3. Delija
3. Delija (even though he "insists" he has zero creativity)

The biggest philosophical empaths:
1. Porto
2. Essenac
3. Essenac 3. Adriatic

The most likable folks:
1. Parsifal
2. Slavko
3. Kenneth Hill37

There you have it—that's how we tallied the votes in our studio.

Best, orevoar.
Kenneth Hill37 Kenneth Hill37 Member
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#17 ·
1.Flemming
2.Secundus
3.Heraklit
Kenneth Hill37 Kenneth Hill37 Member
47 messages
joined Dec 2003
#18 ·
1.illegal
2.Jonathan Brooks8
3.Geza 3. Delija
Keith Phillips3 Keith Phillips3 Member
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joined Aug 2003
#19 ·
Doesn't the Philosophy section list itself as "thought themes stripped of dogma"?
I don't typically participate much in the philosophy discussions, but I simply couldn't let this specific post pass without weighing in. Besides, I can't stop laughing while reading it.

A certain... post:
Regarding the question
Sound & Fury's award-winning inquiry:
If Nietzsche God is Man, and Descartes Man is God, then what is Descartes to God if Man is Nietzsche God?


Aganor responds:

If you are a fool, and your entry originates from an idiot, what is an idiot in relation to you, and what is a fool in relation to an idiot?

It is a thought completely devoid of any absolute dogma or framework in any sense whatsoever. Even the very structure of the question itself is discarded.
wanderingharbor49 wanderingharbor49 Newcomer
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joined Dec 2003
#20 ·
Top Posters in Philosophy
Slafko, Flemming, Pandora 10...
Hot Topics
Meta 12 Is there more to being human than just our brains?
Secundus How do you actually define a point?
Flemming Is philosophy getting crushed by organized religion?
and so on...
😉 👍 😁 😎

Keep the images out of this thread.
obelix

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