Notes on the Miracles of Our Lord (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Williams, J. D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1440051569 ISBN 13: 9781440051562

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

Inhaltsangabe

Explore how the miracles are named and understood, and why that matters for reading the Gospels.

Notes on the Miracles of Our Lord, by Richard Chenevix Trench, surveys the language used for miracle stories and what those terms reveal about their purpose. It traces words like “wonders,” “signs,” and “powers,” explaining how each label shapes the reader’s view of the events and their connection to a higher power. The book also considers how these terms relate to the broader messages of the Gospel narratives and to the moral and theological aims behind the miracle accounts.

The discussion moves from preliminary essays to specific miracle examples, offering a thoughtful look at how early Christian writers framed Jesus’ works. It weighs questions about the nature of healing, the rhythm of miracles within the day and hour, and the balance between astonishment and meaning in the narratives. The volume invites readers to reflect on how naming influences belief and interpretation.

• Learn how “wonders,” “signs,” and other terms shape interpretation of miracles.


• See how language connects miracle stories to broader theological themes.


• Obtain a historical perspective on how early writers presented Jesus’ acts.


• Gain a framework for comparing gospel accounts and their purposes.

Ideal for readers of theology, biblical studies, and church history seeking a clear, accessible discussion of the language and meaning behind the miracles.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Forgotten Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1440051569
• ISBN 13: 9781440051562
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 524
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