Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Debate. 2. (n.) The act of discussing or arguing; discussion.

Multi-Version Concordance Debating (3 Occurrences) Mark 12:28 One of the scribes came, and heard them questioning together. Knowing that he had answered them well, asked him, "Which commandment is the greatest of all?" (See NIV) Luke 3:15 And while the people were in suspense and all were debating in their minds whether John might possibly be the Anointed One, (WEY) Luke 5:22 Well aware of their reasonings, Jesus answered their questions by asking in turn, "What is this that you are debating in your hearts? (WEY)