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Four Gospels Comparison - Coggle Diagram
Four Gospels Comparison
Authors
Mark
Disciple of Peter, Cousin of Barnabas
John
Inner circle of Jesus disciples, Fisherman, and Also writer of book of Revelation
Luke
Gentile, Companion of Paul, Physician, Author of the book of Acts
Matthew
Jewish, Tax collector, Apostle, Died a martyr
Intended Audience
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John
Written for unbelievers so that they may find eternal life, and For believers so that they may find assurance
Luke
Specifically written to Theophilus, A roman dignitary
Matthew
Jews and Jewish converts, Especially those familiar with prophecy
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Interesting Facts
Mark
Written in basic greek, Explain jewish customs, and Defines Aramaic words to help the non-jewish readers
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Unique to Book
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John
Water to wine, Raising of Lazarus, The "I am" statements, Thomas doubts, Peter's restoration
Luke
Rich man and Lazarus, Salvation of the thief on the cross, and The prodigal son
Matthew
Sermon on mount, Christ as a child
Key Verse
Matthew
Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the father, and the son, and the holy spirit. Matthew 28:19
John
For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, so that whoever believes in him would not perish but have everlasting life.
Mark
For even the son of man did not to be served, but to serve, and give his life a ransom for many. Mark 10:45
Luke
For today in the city of David there has been born to you a savior who is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11
Theme
Mark
The deeds and miracles of Jesus, Christ as a suffering servant of God
John
The deity of Christ, Eternal life
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Special Insight
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John
John was one of the closest disciples to christ, Witnessed the transfiguration, First to empty tomb, Lived longest of Disciples
Luke
Luke was a historian and he included all of the tiny details, facts, and descriptions in his book. Longest of all four gospels
Matthew
Matthew was an eyewitness to many of the miracles, The resurrection and the ascension.