Thread Closed - Just asking why

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In summary, there was a thread on the website physicsforums.com that was closed and it is common practice for a post to be made when closing a thread. The reason for the closure was not specified, but it was mentioned that the topic being discussed was difficult to navigate within the site's rules. The thread was intended to be temporarily moderated and it is unclear if that has happened and what the outcome of any decision may be. The discussion in the thread became heated and many posts were deleted due to religious objections.
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www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=702495

I see that thread has been closed.

Although it is not a rule, it seems convention on PF.com that a post is made when closing a thread.

Not to challenge why it was closed, but am curious as to why it was closed. I admit it is a difficult subject to discuss, where boundaries are close to following the rules/not following the rules.

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Stevie
 
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It seems that the thread was to be in temporary moderation, not closed.
 
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Just wondering if it has been moderated yet, and the outcome of any decision made.
 
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The thread kept getting out of control, more posts were deleted due to religious objections to the posts then there were posts remaining.
 

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