miracles

• In Catholic belief, what constitutes a miracle?

  An event breaking science's laws explained only by God
• Why are miracles essential within the Catholic canonisation process?

  Two miracles are required for sainthood declaration
• Which two biblical miracles demonstrate Jesus' divine power?

  Feeding of Five Thousand and Raising of Lazarus
• Which Gospel describes Jesus healing a royal official’s son?

  St John's Gospel
• What is the miracle in St John's Gospel involving a royal official’s son?

  Jesus heals him from a distance
• Who is St Bernadette of Lourdes, and why is she important?

  She saw Mary, leading to Lourdes' miraculous spring
• Why do Catholics consider miracles evidence for God's existence?

  Only God could perform miracles; thus, He exists
• How do Church-authenticated miracles bolster belief in God?

  They have been scientifically examined and verified
• What is a common atheist or humanist argument against miracles?

  Evidence needed is stronger than all human experience
• Why do non-religious people distrust miracle claims?

  They rely on witness testimony, which can be unreliable
• How do Catholics respond to the idea that God should end suffering through miracles?

  It would change the nature of life and free will
• What biblical miracle is described in Exodus 13?

  The parting of the Red Sea
• What is the Immaculate Conception?

  Mary was preserved from original sin
• What is the result of Jesus healing the royal official's son from a distance?

  The official believes