The Writing Of Mark's Gospel Flashcards
When was Mark’s Gospel written?
Between 64-65 AD
Why was the gospel written?
Witnesses were dying and so a permanent record of events was needed; so that information about Jesus was not changed; to encourage early Christians as they were persecuted for their faith.
Where was Mark’s Gospel written?
Rome, Italy.
What were Mark’s primary sources?
Peter, as he was very close to Jesus; the disciples, as they followed Jesus everywhere; eyewitnesses who saw Jesus in person; personal experience; divine inspiration from God.
What were Mark’s secondary sources?
Paul & Barnabus as Peter would’ve heard their teachings as he travelled with them; Matthew’s Gospel as it is claimed it was written before Mark’s Gospel; collections of teachings.
What language was Mark’s Gospel written in?
Greek.
What does ‘Gospel’ mean?
Good News.
