The World(s) of the Gospels & The Genre and Literary Tradition of the Gospels

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts related to the Gospels and their interpretation.

Evangelists

The Gospel writers who shaped traditions about Jesus to address their own religious and social contexts.

Synoptic Gospels

The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, which present parallel accounts of Jesus's life.

Source Criticism

A method of biblical criticism that seeks to identify the sources used by the authors of the Gospels.

Tradition History

The study of the development of traditions and their transmission in the context of the Gospels.

Anointing Jesus

The act of a woman who poured expensive ointment on Jesus's head, provoking a strong reaction from the disciples.

Passion Narrative

The accounts in the Gospels that describe the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus.

Post-Easter Context

The circumstances and interpretations surrounding Jesus's life and legacy after his resurrection.

Paean to Love

A celebrated excerpt from 1 Corinthians 13 that emphasizes love, attributed to Jesus and his teachings.