A-Level Philosophy: Differing Understandings of Miracles – Realist Views | Complete Interactive Lesson

Explore the Realist understanding of miracles with this engaging and fully resourced A-Level Philosophy lesson. This lesson examines the Christian belief that miracles are genuine events that occur in the world through the power of God, encouraging students to evaluate key philosophical arguments and consider whether miracles provide convincing evidence for religious belief.

Students investigate a range of biblical and modern examples of miracles, applying philosophical perspectives to analyse their significance. The lesson introduces and evaluates the views of Thomas Aquinas, David Hume, John Hick, and Maurice Wiles, helping students compare differing approaches to the possibility and purpose of miracles.

Designed to promote active learning, students complete an interactive A3 worksheet throughout the lesson, organising key information, analysing examples of miracles, and developing evaluative responses. Stretch and challenge activities are included to extend higher-attaining students, while an interactive true-or-false plenary checks understanding before students complete an exam-style homework task.

What’s included:

Complete ready-to-teach interactive lesson presentation
Interactive A3 worksheet completed throughout the lesson
Exploration of the Realist view of miracles in Christianity
Examples of biblical and contemporary miracles with analytical tasks
Examination of the views of Aquinas, Hume, Hick, and Wiles
Critical thinking, paired discussion, and evaluation activities
Stretch and challenge questions for early finishers
Interactive True or False plenary to consolidate learning
AQA-style 10-mark homework question with structured guidance to develop exam technique

Ideal for AQA A-Level Philosophy, Religious Studies, and Philosophy of Religion courses, this lesson encourages critical thinking, philosophical debate, and exam-focused evaluation while saving valuable planning time. A perfect resource for introducing or developing students’ understanding of Realist perspectives on miracles.