Miracle as an essential need. Concepts of miracle and its practices in Pentecostalism
https://doi.org/10.28995/2658-4158-2021-1-90-98
Abstract
Pentecostalism is a Protestant denomination in whose worldview special attention is paid to the supernatural and miraculous action of God in the world. That category includes healings exorcism, and exalted spiritual practices. Miracle in the understanding of Pentecostals is a sign of heavenly life, an indicator of connection with God, a manifestation of the power of God, a confirmation of the truth of faith and the status of believers. The miracle for Pentecostals is what seems strange and unusual to worldly people but it is an everyday reality for believers who are in constant contact with God and who are awaiting His constant intervention.
About the Author
O. V. KuropatkinaRussian Federation
Oksana V. Kuropatkina, Cand. of Sci (Cultural Studies)
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Review
For citations:
Kuropatkina O.V. Miracle as an essential need. Concepts of miracle and its practices in Pentecostalism. Studia Religiosa Rossica: Russian Journal of Religion. 2021;(1):90-98. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.28995/2658-4158-2021-1-90-98