Historical Tradition in the Fourth Gospel by C.H. Dodd is an in-depth study that aims to establish the existence of an independent ancient historical tradition behind the Gospel of John, distinct from the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke), showing that John possesses unique material about the life of Jesus worthy of historical consideration, by analyzing narratives (such as the Passion Narrative) and Sayings to uncover traces of an original tradition. Part One: Examines the narrative material, including the Passion Narrative, the ministry of Jesus, and the stories of John the Baptist and the first disciples. Part Two: Undertakes a detailed examination of the Sayings of Jesus in the Gospel of John. This book is considered an important addition to our understanding of the early tradition about Jesus, showing that the Gospel of John, although theological, contains a significant and original historical heritage.