Background luke
When was the gospel of Luke written
80-90 AD
When was the gospel of John written
90 - 100 AD
What does the book of signs consist of?
Jesus' miracles
Who is the beloved disciple?
John
How was the gospel of John dated vs the Synoptics?
John had three Passovers and the Synoptics didn't clarify
Who was Luke's audience?
Wealthy and Greek speaking
In the gospel of John, how long was jesus' public ministry?
3 years in length
What is the christological focus of John's gospel?
His fundamental identity as the son of God and his pre-existence as the word of God
Who does Nicodemus represent?
Christians who were silent or fearful to share their faith
What was the language difference in John vs the Synoptics
The language of John is more holy and poetic (above our heads), and the Synoptics are more simple.
Why would Luke focus on the care of the poor?
His audience included wealthy and powerful people who could help the poor and resource them.
What are the two main sections of the gospel of John?
The book of signs and The book of Glory
How does Luke focus on women in his gospel?
He wrote about women and acknowledged them
How can Jesus say, "before Abraham was, I AM"?
God/Jesus has always existed
What characters were in John that were not in the synoptics?
Nicodemus, lazarus, the Samaritan women, and the man born blind
What words are considered the mission statement of The gospel of Luke?
To bring glad tidings to the poor
The gospel of John is popularly attributed to john the evangelist, who was he also the author of?
The book of Revelation
How does Luke fit the theme of caring for the poor?
Luke's audience could support the poor financially and with his power
What is the dogma of the holy trinity
Their is one God in three people. Father- Generates, Son- who is begotton, Holy Spirit- Proceeds.
What does the gospel of John vs the Synoptics focus on?
John focuses on Jesus as God's revelation - way to father. Synoptics focuses on the kingdom of God