Understanding the Gospels Harmony

The books in the New Testament that tell the story of Jesus' life, teachings, death, and resurrection.

A Catholic bishop known for his TV show and talks on faith and religion.

One of the four books in the New Testament that presents the story of Jesus' life, teachings, death, and resurrection.

The central narrative of the Gospels describing the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

A method of understanding the Gospels involving reading the entire Gospel instead of just isolated passages, which reveals a bigger picture of Jesus' message.

Gospels recount the life of Jesus as a connected story, not as a collection of isolated events.

A group of Catholic couples who meet regularly for meals and spiritual discussions.

The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, which share a similar narrative structure and viewpoint.

A Gospel that differs significantly in its narrative and source compared to Matthew, Mark, and Luke; often focuses on Jesus' theological significance.

A book combining elements of all four Gospels to create a cohesive story of Jesus' life.

An early attempt at harmonizing the Gospels, viewed by some Christians as a replacement for the individual Gospels.

Old Testament prophecies foretelling the coming of a Redeemer-King from David's line.

A list of ancestors; Gospels of Matthew and Luke include genealogies of Jesus, tracing his lineage to ancient figures.

The agreement between God and humanity established through Jesus, contrasting with the Old Covenant.

The agreement between God and the people of Israel before Jesus' life.

The lineage of King David, considered crucial to identifying the Messiah in Jewish tradition.

Zechariah, an elderly Jewish priest, is visited by an angel who prophesies the birth of his son John, forerunner of the Messiah.

A divine messenger who appears to important figures in the Gospels, like Zechariah and Mary, to announce important events.

Zechariah is silenced for doubting Gabriel's prophecy of the birth of his son John.

Elizabeth, Zechariah's wife, becomes pregnant after the angel's visit.

Mary, a young Jewish woman in Nazareth, is visited by Gabriel who reveals that she will conceive and bear Jesus.

Mary accepts God's will, despite the unusual circumstances of her pregnancy.

Jesus is prophesied to be the Son of David, a significant figure in Israelite history, highlighting his royal lineage.

A small town in Galilee, initially viewed with disdain by those in Judea and Jerusalem.

Mary, the mother of Jesus, conceived without sexual intercourse.

John the Baptist was a prophet and preacher who prepared the way for Jesus. He baptized people in anticipation of the arrival of the Messiah.

Some speculate John the Baptist may have trained with the Essenes, a Jewish monastic sect. However, the New Testament offers no direct confirmation.

John's message emphasized God's promise to deliver his people from their enemies, a concept deeply rooted in Old Testament prophecies.

The prophets in the Old Testament foretell the coming of a savior and Messiah.

John the Baptist's mission emphasized the imminent arrival of the Messiah, the promised savior.

John the Baptist preached and baptized in the desert, preparing people spiritually for Jesus.

John's words were deeply connected to Old Testament themes of hope and deliverance.

John the Baptist's role involved preparing the way for the Messiah and communicating the message of salvation.

Mary's simple and dignified acceptance of God's will for her.

Gabriel's message to Mary about the conception of Jesus and miraculous circumstances.

Elizabeth's pregnancy at an advanced age, a sign of divine intervention.

Mary's journey to see her cousin, Elizabeth, bringing a profound message of hope and faith.

Mary's hymn of praise and gratitude for God's mercy and power.

Joseph's acceptance of Mary as his wife, despite the miraculous circumstances and angel's prediction.

The ceremony of circumcision and naming for newly born child, John the Baptist, in Jewish tradition.

Zechariah's declaration regarding his son John the Baptist's role in the prophetic tradition.

Mary's acceptance of responsibilities with a deep consciousness of God's divine plan.

Joseph's intention to quietly dismiss Mary due to her unexpected pregnancy; and subsequent change of mind due to an angelic dream.