3.E.1
A fundamental characteristic of a miracle, as defined by Aquinas, is that it possesses
a divine cause and is beyond the natural power of creation
Which scenario represents Aquinas' first type of miracle, where God does what nature could not do?
The sun reversing its usual journey across the firmament
Aquinas' definition of miracles refers to actions that are
those things done by divine power apart from the order usually followed in things
What is the final conclusion of Hume's argument regarding belief in miracles?
It is never reasonable to believe a miracle occurred.
According to David Hume's argument, a miracle is defined as what?
A violation of the laws of nature.
Hume states that the laws of nature are consistently confirmed by what?
Our uniform and past experiences.
How does R.F. Holland's definition of a miracle primarily differ from David Hume's?
Holland's view does not require the breaking of natural laws.
According to R.F. Holland, what is the definition of a miracle?
A beneficial event within natural laws, interpreted as God's action.
Which characteristic is emphasized in R.F. Holland's definition of a miracle, but was not a requirement in Aquinas's view?
It must be a beneficial event.
Swinburne argues that miracles, like those in John's Gospel, function as 'signs from God' by doing what?
They point to something meaningful beyond the actual event itself.
According to Swinburne, what deeper significance must a miracle possess beyond merely breaking a law of nature?
It must contribute significantly towards a holy divine purpose for the world.
Which phrase does Swinburne use to replace Hume's 'a violation of a law of nature' in his definition of a miracle?
An occurrence of a non-repeatable counter-instance to a law of nature.
What does Swinburne's Principle of Credulity primarily assert about apparent presences?
If something seems present, it is probably truly present.
Swinburne's Principle of Testimony suggests what about others' reported experiences?
They should be believed unless there's special consideration.