2017-2019 Miracles

11/16: On the Role of Miracles in the Vimalakirti Sutra in Early Medieval China and Beyond

Shi Jingpeng Assistant Professor in the School of Philosophy and Religious Studies at Minzu University of China in Beijing, China Thursday, November 16, 7:00 p.m. Sussman Theater, Olmsted Center, Drake University —– Shi will speak about the role of miracles in the Vimalakīrti Sutra, an informative text for Chinese Buddhism in particular and Chinese culture …

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Miracles as Transforming Invitations to Wonder & Gratitude: An Islamic Perspective

Umeyye Isra Yazicioglu Associate Professor of Islamic Studies, St. Joseph’s University Thursday, October 5, 7:00 p.m. Sussman Theater, Olmsted Center, Drake University —– Miracle stories in the Quran interrupt our familiarity with the world. In fact, the Quran (not unlike other scriptures) shocks us with stories like that of virgin birth, instant healing with touch, …

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