Multi-source hypothesis

Proposed solution to the synoptic problem From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Multi-source hypothesis

The Multi-source hypothesis is a proposed solution to the synoptic problem, holding that Matthew, Mark, and Luke are not directly interdependent but have each drawn from a distinct combination of earlier documents. It encompasses a family of theories differing in the particulars of the nature and relationships of these earlier documents.

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Multi-source hypothesis
Theory Information
OrderProto, Q
A, B
Matt, Mark, Luke
Additional SourcesQ-source, Proto, A, B
Gospels' Sources
MatthewA, Q
MarkA, B
LukeB, Q
Theory History
OriginatorHerbert Marsh
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An early form of the theory was proposed by Herbert Marsh over two centuries ago.[1] More recently, Marie-Émile Boismard proposed a structurally similar theory,[2] which was further developed by Philippe Rolland[3] and Delbert Burkett. Alan Kirk and Christopher Skinner have critiqued Burkett’s model for the Synoptic Problem.[4][5][6]

According to these theories, the common material among the three synoptic gospels ultimately derives from a proto-gospel somewhat like Mark. This proto-gospel underwent two independent revisions, A and B. Mark was formed by recombining these two revisions. Matthew built upon A and Luke upon B. Both Matthew and Luke also drew from a common source Q, as well as other sources for their unique material.

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