Discuss the differences between the Synoptic Gospels and John.

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The Answer is The Gospel of John does not include a birth narrative; it does not explicitly state that John baptized Jesus; there is no temptation narrative; Jesus' message is not apocalyptic; he does not teach in parables or exorcise demons. John's Jesus declares openly who he is. Jesus does not institute the Lord's Supper; he does not pray in the Garden of Gethsemane; he is not tried before the Sanhedrin. Jesus does not perform numerous miracles in John; instead, he performs only seven "signs"-acts that illustrate his identity. Finally, the Gospel of John reflects the highest Christology of the canonical Gospels, declaring Jesus equal to God (see the prologue and the "I am" sayings).

Discuss the Differences Between the Synoptic Gospels and John