This is an overview of the book of Mark. The book is believed to have been written between 60-70 CE by Mark the Evangelist, also known as Saint Mark. It is thought that this book served as a source for writing the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. Mark focuses on Jesus' life and death in Jerusalem, where Jesus is portrayed as God's servant, the Messiah, and the son of God. Mark is mentioned in the books of Acts and Colossians. He was a disciple of Peter and an associate or partner of Paul.