Bible Trivia Question
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Which is the last of the gospels?
Matthew
John
Mark
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Click to reveal the answerThe answer is: John
An easy one!
Absolutely! The Gospel of John is indeed the last of the four gospels in the New Testament, and it stands out for its unique style and content. While Matthew, Mark, and Luke mostly bear a lot of common ground—often referred to as the Synoptic Gospels—John takes a different approach and dives into deeper, more philosophical themes.
Fun fact: John is the only Gospel that doesn’t include a nativity story or mention baptism prior to Jesus’ ministry! Instead, it begins spectacularly with the phrase “In the beginning was the Word,” echoing the opening lines of Genesis, creating a profound literary and theological link between the creation and the coming of Christ.
An interesting tidbit about the authorship—though attributed to John, the "beloved disciple," many scholars believe it was written by a community influenced by his teachings, illustrating how interpretations and ideas can flourish within the community of believers! John's use of dualistic themes, like light versus darkness, gives us insight into the metaphysical explorations of the early followers.
It's also fascinating to note how John emphasizes love, referring to it exclusively as the core command from Jesus. "Love one another" occurs repeatedly, portraying that this commandment is perhaps as vital now as it was then. So, as you dig deeper into John, keep an eye out for themes that resonate throughout the New Testament and beyond—connecting hearts across generations!
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