NT Pod NT Pod 100: New Ways Through the Maze
Aug 30, 2023
The host reflects on a break and revisits their 2001 book, contemplating revisions and fresh insights on the synoptic problem. They explore enriching narratives with new themes like mythic structures and the Gospel of Thomas. Exciting plans for incorporating video content aim to enhance the audience experience, especially around tomb narratives in the Gospels. There's also a heartfelt thanks to listeners while announcing that older episodes will soon be available on YouTube, promising a steady stream of new content across platforms.
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Writing and Sharing His Book
- Mark Goodacre wrote his book "The Synoptic Problem Away Through the Maze" to introduce the synoptic problem differently than Stein's book.
- He made it open access after poor print success, allowing many readers to access it online freely.
Key Revisions Mark Would Make
- Mark would revise his book to include many more synopses, diagrams, tables, and also add John's Gospel for its comparative interest.
- He embraces recent discussions of Mathean posteriority and nuances the concept of Mark as the middle term in gospel order and wording.
Evolving Views on Mark's Role
- Mark recently adjusted his views on 'Mark as the middle term,' acknowledging weaker verbatim agreement evidence than before.
- He appreciates the intellectual challenge of alternative gospel priority theories and enjoys incorporating new scholarly debates.
