Inconsistencies In The Synoptic Gospels

Should one fully read the opening four Gospels of the New Testament, he or she can find many similar patterns of literature and themes affording much attention to detail and study. This is what someone such as Merriam Webster would define as the ?Synoptic Gospels?. So, what are and how can we explain the differences and similarities among synoptic authors Matthew, Mark, Luke, and the gospel, John? Which Book was written first? To what extent did the Evangelists depend on oral tradition, written sources, or each other? The phenomenon and mystery of these similar but unique Synoptic Gospels has for centuries challenged some of the best minds of academia and the church, stirring up much scholarly

Starting with differences, in the Gospel of Matthew 15:21-28, Matthew seems to have actually referred to Jesus in the text a few times, whereas in the Gospel of Mark 7:24-30 Jesus is continually referred to as “he” by Mark. Not once is Jesus’ actual name mentioned anywhere throughout the text in which Mark is describing the events of what was going on. Although it might be worthy to note that in other portions throughout Mark’s Gospel Jesus is indeed mentioned by Mark.

All stories explained in the gospels have similar results and main ideas, like Mark, Matthew and Luke as to the Gospel of John is a little more different. The stories of Mark, Matthew and Luke are known as synoptic because

The Gospel according to Matthew is the first book of the New Testament. The story explains how the Messiah, Jesus, was refused by Israel and finally sent the disciples to preach the gospel around the whole world. As Matthew wrote for his fellow Jews, he wrote his Gospel in the language Jesus spoke, Aramaic, which led early Church Fathers to believe Matthew’s was the first Gospel. On the other hand, the Gospel of Mark teaches that Jesus is the Son of God who assumed human nature. Mark wrote the gospel in Greek for a Gentile-Christian audience, which was undergoing persecution, perhaps in Rome. A central theme is that following Jesus often means that a Christian must suffer like Jesus did. Mark’s Gospel points out that Jesus accepted this important title, but that he was reluctant to let people know his identity. (Matthew 26:26-30 and Mark 14:22-26 )

The Synoptic Gospels are composed of the gospels of Mark, Matthew, and Luke. These three gospels covered many of the same stories; yet, they disagree with each other on various details within certain stories. Also, numerous events that are in Mark, is not in Matthew or Luke and vice versa. Many historians have concluded that Mark was the first of the three gospels written and that Matthew and Luke used Mark as a source to their own gospels. The Synoptic Gospels were first written in Greek, which would suggest to some ambiguity within Mark, Matthew, and Luke due to certain perceptions and translations within the Greek language. One ambiguity that is shown within the Synoptic Gospels dealt with Jesus’s view on marriage and divorce. Using

Mark was straight forward and spoke in a very simple way for example see Jesus do this and see Jesus go there. He told the story of Jesus in a way anyone could understand. Next Matthew who based his Gospels off of the Gospel of Mark got a bit more in depth with his writings. Matthew was Jewish and he uses Jewish symbols and numbers throughout his book. He elaborated off of Mark’s writings and dived into parts that Mark did not.

Correspondingly, some similarities throughout the four gospels of the act Anointing at Bethany was how the story outline was set up; it was during dinner, the woman comes in, the woman anointed Jesus, someone gets mad and Jesus defends her. Despite, what truly make the gospels different and each from a unique viewpoint is their differences. For example, Matthew, Mark and John’s location is at Simon the leper’s house, making Luke’s gospel the only different one, because it was at the Pharisee's house, name Simon. Also, Matthew and Mark the ointment she poured was over Jesus’ head, in contrast to Luke and John where she poured the ointment on his feet. Moreover, in Matthew’s gospel the “disciples” got mad. “But when the disciples saw it, they were indignant, saying, ‘Why this waste?” (Matt. 26:8) and Mark’s gospel “some” got mad. “But there were some who said to themselves indignantly, ‘Why was the ointment thus wasted?” (Mark 14:4) and Luke’s gospel the “Pharisees” got mad. “Now when the Pharisee who had invited him saw it, he said to himself, ‘If this man were a prophet, he would have known who and what sort of woman this is who is touching him, for she is a sinner.’” (Luke 7:39) and lastly, John’s gospel “Judas” got mad. “But Judas Iscariot one of his disciples (he

The first three gospels are sometimes called the 'synoptic' (same view) gospels. This is because they each cover teaching and miracles by Jesus that are also covered in another account. John, writing later, recounts Jesus' other words and miracles that have a particular spiritual meaning.

In the Gospels, Jesus Christ tells his disciples and other listeners about the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit comes down from Heaven and dwells in the bodies of those who accept Jesus as Lord. The Spirit is part of the Holy Trinity, and is God's power manifested for our use (followers of Christ). In the sense of Emerson's words, this is what truly lies within us: the power of the Most High. Personally, I've made a lot of mistakes in my life.

The Gospel according to mark was written in Greek, for a gentile audience (that they were gentiles is shown by the author’s need to explain Jewish traditions and translate Aramaic

Good writing (some errors) but good and good use of content for your discussion. I am reading your paper as someone researching and trying to get guidance. You state that, "I have learned that it is a simple...regarding the literary relationships between the literary relationships between the Synoptic Gospels." In a brief statement, what would be a simple way? You find no challenges in presenting this to first time believers or those new to the faith? What scripture reference would you use to make it simple for your constituents? Additionally, you said, "We are not challenged with not having faith and believing the bible, but we are challenged with believing and then seeking to understand what we believe." Some would challenge that they have

When judging the historical reliability of the gospels many factors come into paly. In judging the historical reliability of the Gospels the kind of the gospels is important in understanding the intentions of the writers concerning the historical value of the text. When ranking the following sayings of Jesus:

I used a synopsis of the three Gospels mentioned earlier to help me; first, identify the major similarities, secondly identify the five most significant differences between them. I will also discuss the reasons for the difference, which will help to shape and understand the structure, portrait of Jesus and themes of the Gospels. Similarities between the Gospels The Gospels of Matt 28:1-8; Mark 16:1-8; Luke 24:1-12 are all giving an account of Jesus’ resurrection. All three Gospels

Additionally, John indicates most of Jesus works in Galilee and Jerusalem while synoptic gospels place it in Galilee and Judea. Jesus’ teachings in the four gospels were mainly in parables and there is account of Jesus speaking with any figure. In contrast gospel of John accounts that Jesus used philosophical speeches in his teachings and interacted with figures like Nicodemus. Another event that distance gospel of

The word "gospel" is a translation of the Greek word "euangelion" which means "good news. The first three books in the New Testament (Mark, Matthew, and Luke) are often referred to as the Synoptic Gospels (from Greek synoptikos, "seen together") They bear greater similarity to each other than any of the other gospels in the New Testament. Along with these similarities come some differences among the gospels, suggesting that each gospel was written for a specific audience and for a specific purpose. This paper will examine the resurrection of Jesus, while identifying the significant differences between Mark, Matthew and Luke. This paper will also analyze the differences to suggest the prominent theological perspective each gospel author