Abstract
In this article, the writer looks at miracles from classical antiquity through the Old and New Testaments. The writer presents a definition of miracles. Further, the writer discusses particular acts in the Old Testament that are considered as miracles. The writer also looks at miracles that are considered to have occurred in the life of Jesus.

From the Paper
"A miracle is defined as 'a special manifestation or sign of the presence and power of God in human history'. While miracles are generally most likely to be associated with the Christian Church and faith including the miracles that are identified in the Old Testament or Hebrew Bible, miracles were not unknown in pre-Christian classical antiquity. Among the ancient Greeks for example, miracles often were observed as a result of the interaction of one of the Gods in the lives of humans."

Tags:miracles, Bible, antiquity, Jesus

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In this article, the writer maintains that all of nature operates according to certain laws. Further, the writer maintains that miracles are at odds with the principle of causality. The writer discusses the views and concepts of Hume, Mackie and Swinburne regarding miracles.

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"The very criteria for a miracle are that it must be a violation of a natural law as well as the work of a god. A miracle is a non-repeatable counter-instance to a law of nature. Any event can be predicted or explained by certain formulae. "The formula will indicate under what circumstances divergencies will occur". The functioning of the world on a daily basis is marked by logic, coherence, and is a predictable progression of events. Any occurrence that ..."

Tags:evidence, miracles, laws

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This paper looks at the eight miracles of Jesus that are signs of his divinity in the gospel of John. The miracles that are mentioned in this paper are the turning of water to wine, healing of the nobleman's son, the healing of the lame man, the feeding of the 5,000, Jesus' walking on water, the healing of the blind man, the raising of Lazarus from the dead, and the miraculous catch of fishes.

From the Paper
"In the Gospel of John in the New Testament there are eight sign miracles that Jesus performs, which are: the turning of water to wine, healing of the nobleman's son, the healing of the lame man, the feeding of the 5,000, Jesus' walking on water, the healing of the blind man, the raising of Lazarus from the dead, and the miraculous catch of fishes. This paper will look at how each of these miracles further reveals the deity of Jesus. The first miracle that John records is the turning of water into wine at the wedding in Cana shortly after Jesus recruits his first few followers. When the wine runs out, Jesus' mother comes and tells him, and he understands that she wants him to do something about it, but tells her it is not time yet."

Tags:jesus, miracles, john

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This paper reviews and analyzes C. S. Lewis' book, "Miracles". The paper contends that, although highly readable for a text of its kind, "Miracles" is not an easy or facile read. Rather, it poses many questions that are difficult to reason through even when following Lewis' reasoning process. The paper also maintains that, because this book is based on unfinished research and because it lays the pathway for following historical proofs rather than arguing them, it does not always present any clear conclusions.

From the Paper
"C. S. Lewis was a prolific Christian writer. He is perhaps best known for his series of books included in "The Chronicles of Narnia". His reach extends far beyond that of those books, however. The book "Miracles" is a good demonstration of why his work is so popular, even many years after his death. Although the book is a deep discussion of many philosophical ideas, it remains highly readable for someone who enjoys such topics. Lewis does not use what has now become the traditional warm and fuzzy "feel good" method of discussion that so many books use today. Instead, his work uses logical arguments to explain his perspective on the topic of miraculous works."

Tags:lewis, miracles, christianity

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In this article, the writer examines the HBO documentary 'A Question of Miracles' made by Anthony Thomas. Through this study of the film, the writer discusses contemporary faith healing and the role religious belief may have on the treatment of disease.

From the Paper
While filming this HBO documentary, filmmaker Anthony Thomas traveled around the world, interviewing faith healers and people who believe their health had been miraculously restored because of their faith in God. Most of the film focuses on two men who claim to be successful faith healers, Benny Hinn and Reinhard Bonnke."

Tags:question, of, miracles

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This paper is a review of the argument that miracles prove the existence of God. The paper argues that this is a matter of revealed religion, and those who believe in God generally feel that the evidence is overwhelming while those who do not rejected the evidence as woefully biased and improbable. The paper tracks Hume's argument, and shows later mathematical challenges to that proof.

From the Paper
"From ancient times, men have tried to "prove" the existence of God, and one of the means offered for such proof has been based on miracles. In modern discussions, however, such proofs have taken on such esoteric qualities and so many qualifications that they prove little more than the complexity with which people will imbue a subject. One of the first problems involved with the proof of God based on miracles is the definition of miracles. A comparison of the teaching of the Catholic Church and a leading scholar questioning miracles shows the lack..."

Tags:hume, miracle, test

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The paper begins by stating Humes' definition of miracles, which helps to narrow down exactly what the author is considering by using the word "miracle". It then goes on to discuss Humes' consideration of evidence, his argument pertaining to the passion of surprise and wonder involved in miracles, his comments on the "beginnings" of miracles, and lastly the contradictions of miracles among various religions. The author's conclusion blends Humes' argument with her own beliefs, forming a debate of faith and reason in relation to miracles. The paper quotes the text extensively.

From the Paper
"If the knowledge is not readily available to prove such a miracle wrong, it would become ever more possible that it could gain followers and support. Once such a thing is proved to be false, everyone, even the strongest believers, come to agree. For instance, when the world was proved to be round, even though throughout history everyone believed it to be flat, the evidence and sources were undeniable. Likewise, with miracles, every phenomenal event has probably stemmed from humble and innocent beginnings, that develop into an uncertain force to refute."

Tags:beliefs, philosophy, reason, spiritual

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This paper explains that David Hume argues that there can be no evidence for miracles, in spite of the many claims made for miracles throughout historical and religious literature; if there were evidence for a "miracle", then it would no longer be a miracle but rather just a new scientific fact. The author points out that miracles are mostly based on claims and testimony and not at all on hard evidence; the more outlandish the claims, the more probable it is that the testimony is false even if the witness is credible. The paper stresses that, according to Hume, belief in the miracles in the Bible is an extension of this human psychological need.

From the Paper
"Therefore, the laws of religion cannot be classified as the laws of nature. Miracles are in most cases permitted by the laws of religion but not by the laws of nature. Hume does not deny the efficacy of religion, but he does want to distinguish the laws of religion from the laws of science. The laws of science are based on direct human experience, which is backed up by the experiences of others and found to be consistent and reliable over time. Few people know someone who has experienced a "miracle," let alone having experienced one first hand. When we do experience a "miracle" first hand, there is usually a scientific explanation for the experience."

Tags:scientific, claims, false, consistent, psychological

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This paper offers a thorough, logical analysis of both sides of the argument for and against the existence of miracles. The paper opens by explaining that throughout history, numerous people have witnessed or experienced rare events that they believe to be inexplicable by the laws of nature. Many of these individuals are so appalled and dumbfounded by these events that they assume that a "greater" or "higher" power is involved. The paper cites "On Miracles" by David Hume, "Miracles" by C.S. Lewis, and the film "Religulous" by Bill Maher. The author arrives at the conclusion that miracles do not exist and are a false claim set by religion in order to account for the unexplained events that occur, thus giving people comfort from the shadows of the unknown. The paper finishes by stating that the true definition of a miracle is an event that occurred with a favorable chance outcome - nothing more and nothing less.

From the Paper
"The mathematical process known as probability explains the chances of something happening, and why some things are more probable than others. You will most likely live to see tomorrow, but possibly you won't? Indeed. You probably won't win a million dollars, again this is possible. Another fine thing we have is cause and effect, which can work hand and hand with probability. Now here's a scenario: Joe reaches into his pocket and $20 falls out without him noticing; the chances of this happening are slim I doubt Joe loses $20 every time he reaches into his pocket. Now the chances of someone walking to the place Joe had been (not very unlikely) and finding Joe's lost money, a miracle? No - the cause (Joe in his pocket) led to someone else (effect) having $20. These two elements, if you will, lead into a coincidence. Miracles are false accusations; no force other than gravity caused you to get the money. When a coincidence happens, people tend to link that to a greater being rather than just pure chance: The truth of the situation is when cause and effect and probability join in to create the coincidence. Thus, pure chance allowed Joe to find $20, not God nor a miracle."

Tags:philosophy, miraculous, Religulous, Maher, agnostic, atheism

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The purpose of this paper is to introduce, discuss, and analyze eight Biblical miracles. Specifically, it briefly describes each sign or miracle and explains how this sign or miracle reveals the deity of Christ. Each of these miracles creates an aura of goodness and wonder around Christ and unerringly indicates his deity and his mission on Earth. The miracles performed by Christ are the turning of water to wine, the healing of the nobleman's son, the healing of a lame man, the feeding of the 5,000, walking on water, the healing of a blind man, the raising of Lazarus from the dead, and the miraculous catch of fish.

From the Paper
"The next miracle is the feeding of the 5,000 (6:1-14). As the word of Christ's powers began to spread, great numbers of people followed him to the sight of his next miracle, the Sea of Galilee, where he created enough food from a few loaves and fishes to feed 5,000 people. His disciples were by his side, and Passover was on the horizon, so he worried how to feed the people. He spoke to his Father, and knew just what to do. He distributed five barley loaves and two fish from the Sea to the crowd, and they fed all, and filled up twelve baskets with the leftovers. The people who had eaten recognized Christ was a prophet after this. Another natural miracle, this story again shows the power of Jesus, and his great abilities."

Tags:jesus, christ, john, disciples, healing