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"Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching, proclaiming and healing every disease and every sickness among the people." (Mt 4:23) While many acknowledge Jesus as a miracle worker, the implications of this designation raise important questions. Was he merely adept at alleviating psychological issues, or did he possess unique healing abilities that set him apart from other ancient miracle workers? This study delves into the miracles attributed to Jesus, examining each Gospel narrative in detail. It explores Jesus' own perception of these miracles, assesses the historical reliability of the accounts, and considers how modern perspectives on miracles intersect with faith. The analysis navigates the complexities of historical verification, questioning whether some miracles lend themselves more readily to historical scrutiny than others. In an era when the historical study of Jesus is garnering renewed interest, this insightful work addresses challenging inquiries about the nature of Jesus' miracles. Written by an expert in the historical examination of Jesus' exorcisms, this comprehensive study serves as both a scholarly resource and a thoughtful exploration of the intersection between faith and historical method.
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Jesus the Miracle Worker, Graham H. Twelftree
- Language
- Released
- 1999
- Binding
- (Paperback)
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- Title
- Jesus the Miracle Worker
- Subtitle
- A Historical & Theological Study
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Graham H. Twelftree
- Publisher
- IVP Academic
- Released
- 1999
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 470
- ISBN10
- 0830815961
- ISBN13
- 9780830815968
- Series
- Tags
- Historical Themes, Religious Topics, Christian Themes, Theology, Bible, Inspiration, Christian Life, Ethics, New Testament, Gospels, Christian Theology, Christology
- Description
- "Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching, proclaiming and healing every disease and every sickness among the people." (Mt 4:23) While many acknowledge Jesus as a miracle worker, the implications of this designation raise important questions. Was he merely adept at alleviating psychological issues, or did he possess unique healing abilities that set him apart from other ancient miracle workers? This study delves into the miracles attributed to Jesus, examining each Gospel narrative in detail. It explores Jesus' own perception of these miracles, assesses the historical reliability of the accounts, and considers how modern perspectives on miracles intersect with faith. The analysis navigates the complexities of historical verification, questioning whether some miracles lend themselves more readily to historical scrutiny than others. In an era when the historical study of Jesus is garnering renewed interest, this insightful work addresses challenging inquiries about the nature of Jesus' miracles. Written by an expert in the historical examination of Jesus' exorcisms, this comprehensive study serves as both a scholarly resource and a thoughtful exploration of the intersection between faith and historical method.