Synoptical (Adjective)
Meaning
Presenting or taking the same point of view; used especially with regard to the first three gospels of the New Testament; "synoptic sayings".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The synoptical gospels, Matthew, Mark, and Luke, offer a similar narrative of Jesus' life and teachings.
- Scholars have long debated the synoptical relationships between the first three gospels in the New Testament.
- The synoptical perspective on Jesus' sermons highlights the common themes found in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke.
- By examining the synoptical sayings, researchers can better understand the context and purpose behind Jesus' teachings.
- Biblical scholars use synoptical analysis to compare and contrast the accounts of Jesus' life in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke.