miracle play

American  

noun

1. a medieval dramatic form dealing with religious subjects such as Biblical stories or saints' lives, usually presented in a series or cycle by the craft guilds.

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miracle play British  

noun

1. a medieval play based on a biblical story or the life of a saint Compare mystery play

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Etymology

Origin of miracle play

First recorded in 1850–55

Example Sentences

The saint’s play, also called the miracle play, was a popular form of religious drama in the European Middle Ages.

From Los Angeles Times

The Ravens shouldn’t have needed a miracle kick to beat the Lions, who fell to 0-3, and it took a miracle play just to set it up.

From Washington Post

And, in the franchise’s first playoff game in six years, the Titans found just the right miracle play.

From Seattle Times

Miami’s first game at home since the miracle play to beat New England .

From Washington Times

That tradition was moved into homes after the “miracle plays” were banned in the 15th century.

From Washington Times