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EPISODE · Oct 13, 2025 · 1H 2M

The Fourth Synoptic Gospel: John's Knowledge of Matthew, Mark, and Luke: A Conversation with Dr. Mark Goodacre

from On the Way with Max Botner: A Podcast of the Center for Bible Study · host Max Botner

Grab your copy of The Fourth Synoptic Gospel 👉https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802875130?linkCode=ll2&tag=onamzmaxbotne-20&creativeASIN=0802875130&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.187O2RHGHXS6E&ref_=as_li_ss_tl_asinIn this conversation, Dr. Mark Goodacre discusses his book, 'The Fourth Synoptic Gospel: John's Knowledge of Matthew, Mark, and Luke,' which challenges the traditional divide between the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) and the Gospel of John. He explores the similarities and intertextuality between these texts, arguing that John is not as independent as often thought. Goodacre delves into the structure of John's Gospel, the concept of the Messianic secret, and the implications of minor agreements between John and the Synoptics. He also addresses the identity of the beloved disciple and the Christological developments in John's writing, ultimately advocating for a paradigm shift in gospel scholarship that recognizes the interconnectedness of these texts. Dr. Mark Goodacre is Professor of New Testament and Christian Origins in the Religious Studies Department at Duke University. Check out Dr. Goodacre's website 👉 https://markgoodacre.org/

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