MIRACLE
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Miracle - Wikipedia
A miracle is an event that is inexplicable by natural or scientific laws[2] and accordingly gets attributed to some supernatural or praeternatural cause.
Various religions often attribute a phenomenon characterized as miraculous to the actions of a supernatural being, (especially) a deity, a miracle worker, a saint, or a religious leader.
I ask why not a regular, middle-class, legal taxpaying, American, Elder, Medicine Woman, United States Citizen? Why does the Vatican have to "approve" miracles?
Informally, English-speakers often use the word miracle to characterise any beneficial event that is statistically unlikely but not contrary to the laws of nature, such as surviving a natural disaster, or simply a "wonderful" occurrence, regardless of likelihood (e.g. "the miracle of childbirth"). Some coincidences may be seen as miracles.[3] BULLSHIT. RK
A true miracle would, by definition, be a non-natural phenomenon,
leading many writers to dismiss miracles as physically impossible
(that is, requiring violation of established laws of physics within their domain of validity)
OR
impossible to confirm by their nature (because all possible physical mechanisms can never be ruled out).
The former position is expressed (for instance) by Thomas Jefferson, and the latter by David Hume.
Theologians typically say that, with divine providence, God regularly works through nature yet, as a creator, may work without, above, or against it as well.[4]
Definitions
The word miracle is usually used to describe any beneficial event that is physically impossible or impossible to confirm by nature.[2]
Wayne Grudem defines a miracle as "a less common kind of God's activity in which he arouses people's awe and wonder and bears witness to himself".[5]
A deistic perspective of God's relation to the world defines a miracle as a direct intervention of God into the world.[6][7]
- A "miracle" generally refers to an extraordinary event that surpasses the known laws of nature,
often attributed to divine intervention or a supernatural cause.
It can also be used to describe a wonderful or amazing occurrence, even if not explicitly supernatural.
In religious contexts, particularly in Christianity, miracles are often described as "signs and wonders" or acts of God's power.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Common Definitions:
- Supernatural Event: A miracle is often defined as an event that cannot be explained by natural laws or human capabilities, and is instead attributed to a higher power.
- Extraordinary Event: It can also refer to any highly improbable or unexpected event that is considered remarkable or amazing.
- Religious Significance: In religious texts, miracles are often described as divine interventions, acts of God, or manifestations of his power and presence.
Examples:
- Healing Miracles: Curing illnesses or physical impairments that are beyond natural explanation.
- Nature Miracles: Controlling natural elements, like calming storms or multiplying food.
- Resurrection Miracles: Raising the dead.
- Sports Miracles: Achieving an improbable victory, like the 1980 US Olympic hockey team's gold medal win, which was the subject of the movie "Miracle".
- Everyday Miracles: A lucky escape from danger, or a surprising and unexpected positive outcome.
Key Aspects:
- Awe and Wonder: Miracles are often associated with feelings of awe and wonder, inspiring a sense of reverence or amazement.
- Supernatural Cause: Many definitions emphasize that a miracle is caused by a supernatural force or power beyond human understanding.
- Interpretation: The interpretation of a miracle can vary depending on individual beliefs and perspectives.
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