Miracles of Jesus

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to the miracles performed by Jesus, their definitions, and contextual significance.

Miracle

An extraordinary event manifesting divine intervention in human affairs.

Miraculum

Latin term meaning 'to marvel'.

Mirari

Latin term meaning 'to wonder'.

Kingdom of God

The reign of God as expressed through divine power and miracles.

Healing miracles

Miracles performed by Jesus to alleviate physical suffering and illness.

Exorcisms

Miracles where Jesus drove out evil spirits.

Nature miracles

Miracles representing Jesus' control over natural forces.

Five parts of a miracle story

Condition, Dialogue, Gesture, Testimony, Response.

Condition

The initial state of needing healing in a miracle story.

Dialogue

The communication or conversation that highlights the need for healing.

Gesture

The action taken by Jesus in the miracle.

Testimony

The expression of faith or Jesus' words during the miracle.

Response

The reaction of witnesses and the presentation of the healed person.

Calming of the storm

A miracle demonstrating Jesus' authority over nature.

Feeding of the Multitude

A miracle where Jesus fed a large crowd with limited resources.

Raising of Lazarus

A miracle where Jesus brought Lazarus back to life.

Healing of the paralytic

A miracle where Jesus healed a paralyzed individual.

Healing of the two blind men

A miracle where Jesus restored sight to two blind men.

Healing of the Gerasene Demoniacs

A miracle involving the healing of individuals possessed by demons.

Raising of the widow's son

A miracle performed by Jesus to restore life to a deceased young man.