The New Testament is the second part of the Holy Bible and the foundation of Christianity. Composed of twenty-seven books, it recounts the life, teachings, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ,…
presenting his message of love, forgiveness, salvation and eternal life. It opens with the four Gospels, written by Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, which offer different accounts of Jesus' ministry and his relationship with humanity. The Acts of the Apostles describes the birth and expansion of the early Christian Church, while the Epistles, written by Paul and other apostles, explore the principles of Christian faith and spiritual life. The final book, Revelation, offers a powerful vision of the ultimate triumph of good over evil. A work of profound spiritual, historical and literary significance, the New Testament has shaped Western civilization and continues to inspire millions of readers throughout the world.