Gospel Development: A Study of the Origin and Growth of the Four Gospels by Mutual Comparison; In Two Divisions, I. Comparison in Language; II. Comparison in Subject (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Caleb Theophilus Ward

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1333299702 ISBN 13: 9781333299705

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2016

Synopsis

Uncover how the four Gospels grew together—and how their voices fit into one history.

This is a clear, accessible study of the origins and development of the four Gospels through direct comparison. Written for readers who want to understand the relationships among Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, it asks plain questions about how each Gospel was formed and how they illuminate the life of Jesus.

This edition presents two main divisions: how the Gospels compare in language and how they compare in subject. It focuses on examining their texts side by side, without heavy jargon, to reveal how authors chose and arranged material. The author explains a practical approach to Gospel history, aiming to shed light on where the narratives come from and how they relate to one another.
What you’ll experience

• Plain explanations of how the Gospels were written and how their accounts align
• Discussion of the methods used to compare the texts seriously but accessibly
• Exploration of key topics across the Gospels, including shared sayings, events, and themes
• Examples of how a harmonized view emerges from careful, lay-friendly analysis

Ideal for readers curious about the origins of the Gospels and how scholars approach their study, this edition suits lay readers who want a thoughtful, straightforward map of Gospel relationships.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1333299702
• ISBN 13: 9781333299705
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 420