Numerous supposedly miraculous healings have also been reported. There were numerous reports of miraculous happenings and healings. Lourdes has become a major place of Roman Catholic pilgrimage and of miraculous healings. This theory also obviates the need for a miraculous resurrection. Dr. Richard Casdorph produced a book of evidence in support of miraculous healings by Kuhlman. Fakirs are generally regarded as holy men who are possessed of miraculous powers. Jefferson compiled Jesus' biblical teachings, omitting miraculous or supernatural references. Water later begins to flow and exhibits miraculous healing properties. This is evident from the fact that Kalhana ascribes miraculous powers to Lalitaditya. The foreigners were united in declaring the miraculous nature of their survival. A Spanish governor advised a traditional remedy, which resulted in a miraculous and rapid cure. Many Christians believe the star was a miraculous sign. Hughes' doctors considered his recovery almost miraculous. The flood is expressed as a function of natural rather than miraculous processes. The result, he said, was nothing short of miraculous.