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Synoptic Gospels

/səˌnɑptɪk ˌgɑspəlz/
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Definitions of Synoptic Gospels
  1. noun
    the first three Gospels which describe events in Christ's life from a similar point of view
    synonyms: Synoptics
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    type of:
    religious text, religious writing, sacred text, sacred writing
    writing that is venerated for the worship of a deity
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