Matthew, Mark, Luke and John Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are
the writers of the Gospels, the first four books of the New
Testament that tell the events of Christ's life, death and
Resurrection. Each has his own symbol. For example, St Matthew
begins his account with the ancestry of Christ and focuses on
his human nature and kindness. His symbol is, therefore, a
winged man or angel. The four saints or their symbols are often
grouped together, for example, around a cross. The saints may
also be shown holding books or scrolls, to represent the four
Gospels. - Book of Gospels with the symbol of St Matthew on the
the right of the crucifixion scene - Albania, 1703 - Museum no.
A.M.122-1878