1) Like some Gospels 2) Presenting a general view 3) Summary 1) Synoptical 
Synoptic is derived from the Greek words σύν (syn `together`) and ὄψις (opsis `view`), and describes observations that give a broad view of a subject at a particular time. Specific uses include: ...
of or giving a synopsis or summary
• (n.) One of the first three Gospels of the New Testament. See Synoptist. • (a.) Alt. of Synoptical
Referring to the use of meteorological data obtained simultaneously over a wide area for the purpose of presenting a comprehensive and nearly instantaneous picture of the state of the atmosphere.
Syn·op'tic noun One of the first three Gospels of the New Testament. See Synoptist . 
[adj] - presenting a summary or general view of a whole 2. [adj] - presenting or taking the same point of view
synoptical adjective presenting or taking the same point of view; used especially with regard to the first three gospels of the New Testament; `synoptic sayings`
pertaining to or constituting a synopsis; affording or taking a general view of the principal parts of a subject. · (often cap.) taking a common view: used chiefly in reference to the first three GospelsMatthew, Mark, and Luke, from their similarity in content, order, and statement. · (often cap.) pertaining to the synoptic Gospels.