Canonical Criticism

The Synoptic Gospels—Matthew, Mark, and Luke—are three of the four canonical gospels in the New Testament that provide a similar narrative of the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The term "synoptic" comes from the Greek word "synopsis," which means "a seeing together" or "a …

The four Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John each provide a unique and complementary portrait of Jesus Christ, offering distinct perspectives that together form a rich and multifaceted account of His life, ministry, death, and resurrection. Understanding the differences among these Gospels is …