This is the tenth post in a series highlighting similarities between the Gospel of John and the Synoptic Gospels.

The Royal Entry into Jerusalem

“So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying out, “Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King of Israel!”” John 12:13 (ESV). All four Gospels indicate that Jesus approached Jerusalem on a donkey around the time of the Passover and at least two of the Gospels indicate he was treated by people as a king. See also Luke 19:28-40; Mark 11:1-11 and Matthew 21:1-11.

Last Supper

All four Gospels indicate that Jesus and the disciples had an evening meal together before his crucifiction. See Mark 14:12-20; Matthew 26:17-35; Luke 22:7-38 and John 13:1-17:26.

Arrest

“So the band of soldiers and their captain and the officers of the Jews arrested Jesus and bound him.” John 18:12 (ESV). All four Gospels indicate Jesus was arrested by a group of people. See Luke 22:47-53; Mark 14:43-50 and Matthew 25:47-56.