Where did Peter Joined Jesus as per Synoptic and John gospels - contradicitions
The calling of Peter (Simon Peter) differs significantly between the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke) and the Gospel of John, leading to apparent contradictions. Here’s a breakdown:
1. Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke): Peter Meets Jesus in Galilee
· Event: Peter is called while fishing at the Sea of Galilee.
· Timing: Early in Jesus’ ministry, before major miracles or teachings.
· Details:
o Matthew 4:18–20 and Mark 1:16–18: Jesus sees Peter and Andrew fishing, says, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” They immediately leave their nets.
o Luke 5:1–11: Expanded version—Jesus performs a miraculous catch of fish, then calls Peter, who falls at Jesus’ feet in awe.
Key Point: In the Synoptics, Peter meets Jesus for the first time in Galilee, and his calling is tied to his fishing livelihood.
2. Gospel of John: Peter Meets Jesus in Judea (Bethany/Jordan)
· Event: Peter is introduced to Jesus through his brother Andrew near the Jordan River.
· Timing:Before Jesus’ ministry in Galilee, right after Jesus’ baptism.
· Details:
o John 1:35–42:
1. Andrew (originally a disciple of John the Baptist) follows Jesus first.
2. Andrew then brings his brother Simon (Peter) to Jesus.
3. Jesus renames him Cephas (Aramaic for "Rock") on their first meeting.
Key Point: In John, Peter meets Jesus in Judea, much earlier, and the calling is not linked to fishing.
3. Contradictions & Explanations
Aspect
Synoptics
John
Location
Sea of Galilee (North)
Bethany/Jordan River (South)
Timing
After Jesus begins preaching (Mark 1:14)
Before Galilean ministry (John 1:43)
Circumstances
Peter is fishing; called publicly
Andrew introduces Peter privately
Renaming (Cephas)
Mentioned later (Mark 3:16)
At first meeting (John 1:42)
Possible Resolutions:
1. Two Different Callings Theory:
o Peter may have met Jesus twice:
§ First in Judea (John’s account).
§ Later, while fishing in Galilee (Synoptics), where he fully commits.
o This aligns with Luke 5, where Peter acts like he doesn’t fully know Jesus yet (“Depart from me, Lord; I am a sinful man!”).
2. John’s Theological Focus:
o John emphasizes Jesus’ divine identity early (hence the immediate renaming).
o The Synoptics focus on the practical discipleship journey.
3. Oral Tradition Variations:
o Different communities preserved distinct traditions about Peter’s calling.
4. Scholarly Views
· Bart Ehrman: Argues this is a genuine contradiction—John’s account doesn’t harmonize with the Synoptics (Jesus Before the Gospels).
· Richard Bauckham: Suggests John preserves eyewitness testimony (Peter’s own memories?), while the Synoptics generalize (Jesus and the Eyewitnesses).
· Conservative Apologetics: Propose the "two callings" theory to reconcile both accounts.
Conclusion: A Clear Chronological Conflict
The Synoptics and John cannot be harmonized without assuming:
· Either John moved the event for theological reasons (to highlight Peter’s role earlier).
· Or the Synoptics condensed the timeline, skipping the Judean introduction.
This discrepancy is often cited as evidence of the Gospels’ independent traditions about Jesus’ early ministry.
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