Carl Joseph

The synoptic problem solved!

The synoptic gospels are those of Matthew, Mark and Luke (John was written much later is very different in style and content.) Scholars generally agree that much of Matthew and Luke is derived from the earlier Mark gospel. Matthew and Luke also share some stories which are not found in Mark, pointing to a possible second source - Q.

This is what is called the “Synoptic Problem.” Where do each of these gospels derive their content? Which parts are shared, which parts are unique?

The solution

The age old problem of identifying the 2nd literary source for the gospels of Matthew and Luke has finally been solved. Visit Locusts & Honey for the answer.

Hat tip to Signposts.