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:::The case of cursing the fig tree deserves particular attention, I think, because to my mind Jesus actually ''decreases'' order by killing the tree.  I have previously understood this miracle as a demonstration of the divinity of Jesus because of his control over nature.  How should this event be understood as a "sign"?

:::The case of cursing the fig tree deserves particular attention, I think, because to my mind Jesus actually ''decreases'' order by killing the tree.  I have previously understood this miracle as a demonstration of the divinity of Jesus because of his control over nature.  How should this event be understood as a "sign"?

:::I am intrigued by your suggestion and approach it with an open mind.  But without a specific naturalistic interpretation, a miracle is still a miracle, whether it increases order or not.  If a supernatural explanation is still required I fail to understand why it should be called a "sign". --[[User:LanceS|LanceS]] 20:01, 12 November 2010 (EST)

:::I am intrigued by your suggestion and approach it with an open mind.  But without a specific naturalistic interpretation, a miracle is still a miracle, whether it increases order or not.  If a supernatural explanation is still required I fail to understand why it should be called a "sign". --[[User:LanceS|LanceS]] 20:01, 12 November 2010 (EST)