POJ: DIVINITY IN MIRACLES Flashcards
In Mark’s Gospel, after the calming of the storm, what do the disciples say?
“Who, then is this, that even the wind and sea obey him?”
How is Jesus’ Birth a miracle?
Mary is a virgin and the conception was the result of the Holy Spirit.
What are the miracles seen as?
Signs of God’s work of salvation.
What do the nature miracles show?
God’s power over nature at work through Jesus.
What does Hume state is a problem with miracles?
We have no present day direct experience of miracles, it does not happen today so we either take them on trust or reject them.
Give a quote from Mark 6:47, when Jesus walks on water.
“It is I. Do not be afraid.”
Give a quote from John 9, when Jesus heals a man born blind.
“I am the light for the world.”
What does Catechism para 548 state?
“So miracles strengthen faith in the One who does his Father’s works.”
What do the nature miracles show?
Shows God’s power over nature at work through Jesus, the same power was present at creation Genesis.
What is the issue with miracles?
Some just see them as having a metaphorical or spiritual meaning - Schillebeeckx.
How do the miracles demonstrate that Jesus was aware that he was divine?
He performed miracles knowing he had special powers from God.
What does Jesus cry out on the cross that demonstrates he was aware of his divinity?
“My God, my God. Why have you abandoned me?” - he feels abandoned and expects God to be there for him.
How does Lazarus’ death demonstrate that Jesus was not divine?
He displays human emotions by crying.
How does the Garden of Gethsemane demonstrate Jesus was not divine?
Felt fear and was unsure of what God’s plan was.
What does Rahner state in opposition to Jesus being divine and also being not divine?
Suggests a genuine human consciousness must have an unknown future.
