Parallel Lives of Jesus: A Guide to the Four Gospels

by Edward Adams

In this highly readable introduction to the Gospels, Edward Adams demonstrates how the four canonical Gospels function separatelyâ€"as unique accounts of Jesus' lifeâ€"and as narrative renditions of a shared the Fourfold Gospel. Building on the premise that the Gospels are ancient biographies or "lives of Jesus," Adams examines parallel Gospel passages, highlighting the similarities and differences between them. He begins by approaching the four Gospels generally, then looks at each of them individually, and finally considers six key Gospel passages to further explore the unity and plurality of the Gospels in a more focused way. Adams's lucid prose helps to make this text ideal for beginning students of the Gospels.

Genres: Theology

212 pages, Paperback

First published October 28, 2011

Reviews

[Bill Hooten · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really appreciated this little book! It tackled a subject that I needed (for a series beginning the first of the year); and did not get so involved with the "critical" issues, and approached the text that we have. In simple, easy to understand language, the author talked about Matthew, Mark, Luke and John as biographies; what information they shared, and what was unique to each one. Then a brief introduction each one that, I believe, any student could understand and appreciate. I'm glad that this is one of the books that I chose to read in preparation.

[Kern Sluss · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple introduction to the four gospels and their different theological themes

[Y.R.M. Breemes · Rating 5 out of 5]

in short chapters Adams brings us to the heart of the different Gospels.
Adams shows us the common story that is to find in all the four Gospels, also he gives great information about the style of writing of the authors.
His style of writing is simple and direct, it's a good introduction to the study of the Gospels.
I've read it for my study in theology.