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Understanding the Bible: Sixth Edition, 6/e
Stephen Harris, California State University--Sacramento
The Books of the New Testament: The Gospels

Essay Quiz





1

Examine the accounts of Jesus' baptism in each of the four gospels (Mk 1:4-11; Mt 3:13-17; Lk 3:21-22; Jn 1:29-34). How are these accounts different, and what is the significance of the differences? Is Jesus actually baptized in all four versions?
2

Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane is one of the key events leading up to his crucifixion. How do the gospel writers present this story? (Mk. 14:32-42; Mt. 26:36-46; Lk. 22:39-45; cf. Jn. 12:27; 18:1-2)








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