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The Argument from Miracles

Description: The Argument from Miracles is a philosophical argument for the existence of God. It is based on the idea that miracles, which are events that cannot be explained by natural laws, are evidence of God's intervention in the world.
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What is the main premise of the Argument from Miracles?

  1. Miracles are evidence of God's intervention in the world.

  2. Miracles are impossible.

  3. Miracles are always caused by natural laws.

  4. Miracles are always caused by supernatural forces.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Argument from Miracles is based on the idea that miracles, which are events that cannot be explained by natural laws, are evidence of God's intervention in the world.

What is a miracle?

  1. An event that cannot be explained by natural laws.

  2. An event that is very rare.

  3. An event that is very surprising.

  4. An event that is very beautiful.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A miracle is an event that cannot be explained by natural laws. This means that it is an event that is not caused by any known natural forces or processes.

What are some examples of miracles?

  1. The parting of the Red Sea.

  2. The resurrection of Jesus Christ.

  3. The healing of the sick.

  4. The raising of the dead.

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

There are many different examples of miracles that have been reported throughout history. Some of the most famous examples include the parting of the Red Sea, the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the healing of the sick, and the raising of the dead.

Why do some people believe that miracles are evidence of God's intervention in the world?

  1. Because miracles are impossible.

  2. Because miracles are always caused by natural laws.

  3. Because miracles are always caused by supernatural forces.

  4. Because miracles are evidence of God's power and love.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Some people believe that miracles are evidence of God's intervention in the world because they believe that miracles are evidence of God's power and love. They believe that God performs miracles in order to show His power and love to His people.

What are some arguments against the Argument from Miracles?

  1. Miracles are impossible.

  2. Miracles are always caused by natural laws.

  3. Miracles are always caused by supernatural forces.

  4. Miracles are not always evidence of God's intervention in the world.

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Explanation:

There are a number of different arguments against the Argument from Miracles. Some people argue that miracles are impossible, while others argue that miracles are always caused by natural laws or supernatural forces. Still others argue that miracles are not always evidence of God's intervention in the world.

How can we determine whether or not a miracle has occurred?

  1. By using scientific evidence.

  2. By using historical evidence.

  3. By using eyewitness testimony.

  4. By using all of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There is no one definitive way to determine whether or not a miracle has occurred. However, we can use a variety of methods to investigate alleged miracles, including scientific evidence, historical evidence, and eyewitness testimony.

What is the problem of evil?

  1. The problem of evil is the problem of why there is evil in the world if God is all-powerful and all-loving.

  2. The problem of evil is the problem of why there is suffering in the world.

  3. The problem of evil is the problem of why there is death in the world.

  4. The problem of evil is the problem of why there is injustice in the world.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The problem of evil is the problem of why there is evil in the world if God is all-powerful and all-loving. This is a difficult problem to answer, and there are many different theories about how to solve it.

How does the problem of evil relate to the Argument from Miracles?

  1. The problem of evil undermines the Argument from Miracles.

  2. The problem of evil supports the Argument from Miracles.

  3. The problem of evil is irrelevant to the Argument from Miracles.

  4. The problem of evil is the same as the Argument from Miracles.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The problem of evil undermines the Argument from Miracles because it shows that God is not all-powerful or all-loving. If God were all-powerful and all-loving, then He would not allow evil to exist in the world.

What is the free will defense?

  1. The free will defense is the argument that God allows evil to exist in the world because He wants to give humans the freedom to choose between good and evil.

  2. The free will defense is the argument that God allows evil to exist in the world because He wants to test humans.

  3. The free will defense is the argument that God allows evil to exist in the world because He wants to punish humans.

  4. The free will defense is the argument that God allows evil to exist in the world because He wants to teach humans lessons.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The free will defense is the argument that God allows evil to exist in the world because He wants to give humans the freedom to choose between good and evil. This argument is based on the idea that free will is a good thing, and that it is worth allowing some evil to exist in the world in order to preserve free will.

How does the free will defense relate to the Argument from Miracles?

  1. The free will defense supports the Argument from Miracles.

  2. The free will defense undermines the Argument from Miracles.

  3. The free will defense is irrelevant to the Argument from Miracles.

  4. The free will defense is the same as the Argument from Miracles.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The free will defense supports the Argument from Miracles because it shows that God has a good reason for allowing evil to exist in the world. This reason is that God wants to give humans the freedom to choose between good and evil.

What is the evidential problem of evil?

  1. The evidential problem of evil is the problem of why there is so much evil in the world if God is all-powerful and all-loving.

  2. The evidential problem of evil is the problem of why there is any evil in the world if God is all-powerful and all-loving.

  3. The evidential problem of evil is the problem of why there is evil in the world if God is all-powerful.

  4. The evidential problem of evil is the problem of why there is evil in the world if God is all-loving.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The evidential problem of evil is the problem of why there is so much evil in the world if God is all-powerful and all-loving. This problem is based on the idea that the amount of evil in the world is so great that it is difficult to believe that God is all-powerful and all-loving.

How does the evidential problem of evil relate to the Argument from Miracles?

  1. The evidential problem of evil undermines the Argument from Miracles.

  2. The evidential problem of evil supports the Argument from Miracles.

  3. The evidential problem of evil is irrelevant to the Argument from Miracles.

  4. The evidential problem of evil is the same as the Argument from Miracles.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The evidential problem of evil undermines the Argument from Miracles because it shows that there is a lot of evil in the world, which is difficult to reconcile with the idea that God is all-powerful and all-loving. This makes it less likely that miracles are evidence of God's intervention in the world.

What is the logical problem of evil?

  1. The logical problem of evil is the problem of how to reconcile the existence of evil with the existence of an all-powerful and all-loving God.

  2. The logical problem of evil is the problem of how to reconcile the existence of evil with the existence of an all-powerful God.

  3. The logical problem of evil is the problem of how to reconcile the existence of evil with the existence of an all-loving God.

  4. The logical problem of evil is the problem of how to reconcile the existence of evil with the existence of a God who is both all-powerful and all-loving.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The logical problem of evil is the problem of how to reconcile the existence of evil with the existence of a God who is both all-powerful and all-loving. This problem is based on the idea that it is logically impossible for an all-powerful and all-loving God to allow evil to exist.

How does the logical problem of evil relate to the Argument from Miracles?

  1. The logical problem of evil undermines the Argument from Miracles.

  2. The logical problem of evil supports the Argument from Miracles.

  3. The logical problem of evil is irrelevant to the Argument from Miracles.

  4. The logical problem of evil is the same as the Argument from Miracles.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The logical problem of evil undermines the Argument from Miracles because it shows that it is logically impossible for an all-powerful and all-loving God to allow evil to exist. This makes it less likely that miracles are evidence of God's intervention in the world.

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