Book of John Flashcards
Gospel of John was probably written in
90 AD
Differences from Synoptic Gospels
No exorcisms, no parables, no transfiguration story, no appearance of the term ‘repent’, no lord’s supper/eucharist.
Stories unique to John
Miracle at Cana
Meeting with Nicodemus
Raising of Lazarus
Washing of disciples feet
Three similarities to synoptics
Heals, Jesus calls God ‘Father’, and John the Baptist appears prominently
Similar stories to synoptics (5)
Feeding of the 5000 Anointing at Bethany Cleansing of the temple Passion narrative (most similar point to synoptic gospels) Resurrection
Author of John
Beloved Disciple
Appears in gospel but remains unnamed
Traditionally John but could be Matthew
Two-level drama
Stories about Jesus, but also about Johannine Community –> struggled with hostile relationships with Jewish leaders in the world.
Outline
Introduction
Revelation of Jesus’ glory before the world
Revelation of Jesus’ glory before the community
Jesus’ last appearance before the world: his hidden glorification
Jesus’ return to disciples
Epilogue
Prologue
Very famous due to rhythmic, poetic, and philosophical language
Word/Logos- is Jesus
Word becomes flesh- incarnation
Contrast with Moses
First sign at Cana
Turning water into wine- first of the signs
Cleansing of the temple
Directly after first sign, at beginning of ministry, comes into conflicts v. early
Meeting with Nicodemus
2-layer narrative
Nicodemus, leader of the Jews, doesn’t vocally support Jesus, not thrown out of temple
Raising of Lazarus
Not just a random event/sign- Jesus is resurrection- Jesus’ life overcomes death
Washing of Disciples’ Feet
John’s version of the Last Supper.
Slave activity- bringing out theme of love
Farewell Discourse
Jesus speaks of sending Holy Spirit/advocate/paraclete- Jesus is not abandoning them, but replacing his physical body with the Holy Spirit
