Gospel

The four Gospels and the symbols of their human authors are

Matthew — Man
b. Mark — Lion
c. Luke — Ox
d. John — Eagle

Which Gospels may have been written by one of the twelve apostles?

Matthew and John

Which Gospel may have been written by a nephew of Barnabas who later worked closely with St. Peter?

Mark

 Which Gospel was written by a Greek physician who became a companion of St. Paul?

Luke

What does synoptic mean?

Seen together” or “viewed together,” meaning the Gospels share similar stories and structure.

Which are the Synoptic Gospels?

Matthew, Mark, and Luke

Which Gospel is the shortest?

Mark

Which Gospel begins with the ministry of John the Baptist?

Mark

In which Gospels is the ministry of John the Baptist recounted?

Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John

What kind of audience or community is Matthew’s Gospel written for?

Jewish Christian audience

How does Matthew portray Jesus?

As the Messiah and the new Moses / fulfillment of Jewish prophecy

What kind of audience or community is Luke’s Gospel written for?

Gentile (non-Jewish) Christians

Who does Luke especially focus on in Jesus’s ministry

The poor, sinners, women, and outcasts

Which Gospel contains the “I AM” statements (Bread of Life, Vine, Resurrection)?

John

. Which Gospel has the highest Christology?

John

 What does the term “high Christology” mean?

A strong emphasis on Jesus’ divine nature, clearly presenting Him as the Son of God.