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Essays on religious miracles

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Mar 27, 2026ACX

A Buddhist Sun Miracle?

Scott Alexander reports on a 1990s Buddhist sun miracle in Bangkok that closely resembles the famous 1917 Fatima miracle, suggesting sun miracles may be a specific psychological phenomenon related to meditation practices rather than divine intervention.

12 min read 1,790 words

Aug 1, 2025ACX

Your Review: Joan of Arc

A book review examining the evidence for Joan of Arc's miraculous abilities and accomplishments, analyzing historical sources and debating whether she was divinely inspired, mentally ill, or part of a conspiracy.

172 min read 26,568 words

book review Joan of Arc medieval history