Bible Trivia Question
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Which gospel records the fewest of the miracles performed by Jesus?
Luke
Mark
Matthew
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Click to reveal the answerThe answer is: John
John only records 8 miracles, the others recording at least 20 each. You may have heard the phrase "the eight signs of John", this is why.
John’s Gospel is quite unique among the four. While Matthew, Mark, and Luke are often characterized as the “synoptic” gospels due to their similar narrative style and content, John flips the script and presents Jesus in a distinct light. This perspective allows John to hone in on deeper themes, such as the nature of faith and the identity of Jesus as the Word made flesh (John 1:14).
The eight miracles or “signs” that John certainly elevates help illustrate key theological concepts. For instance, turning water into wine at the wedding in Cana isn’t just about a miracle of abundance; it also signals the arrival of a new covenant and the transformative power of Jesus—a beautiful echo of how He can change our lives.
Interestingly, out of John's miracles, only seven directly fall in the SHW (Signs of Healing and Wonders) category, with the eighth being the climactic resurrection of Lazarus. Each sign covered reveals not just Jesus's wonder-working power but often emphasizes a deeper understanding of faith, far beyond the act itself—like the healing of the man born blind that underscores enlightenment versus physical blindness.
Those numerically rich scenes become a treasure abyss exploring spiritual meaning, reminding future generations explore transformation and belief heuristically! Often, readers find themselves captivated by the deep conversations around the events, one embodying how John invites contemplation in a profound multi-layered dialogue of what miracles truly impart in faith and existence rather than just corporeal acts.
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