The New Testament is the second part of the Christian Bible, following the Old Testament. It comprises 27 books that are considered sacred scripture by Christians and is an essential religious text for the Christian faith. The New Testament focuses on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the early development of Christianity. The books of the New Testament are generally categorized into four groups:

The Gospels (4 books): Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John – These books narrate the life, ministry, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Each Gospel provides unique perspectives on these events.

Acts of the Apostles (Acts): This book, written by Luke, is a historical account of the early Christian Church and the activities of the apostles after the death of Jesus.

Epistles or Letters (21 books): These writings are attributed to various early Christian leaders, including the apostles Paul, Peter, James, John, and others. They contain teachings, encouragement, guidance, and theological insights for the early Christian communities.

Pauline Epistles: Romans, 1 Corinthians, 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, 1 Thessalonians, 2 Thessalonians, 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon.

General Epistles: Hebrews, James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter, 1 John, 2 John, 3 John, Jude.

Revelation (or the Apocalypse): The final book of the New Testament, attributed to the apostle John, presents apocalyptic visions and prophecies about the end times and the return of Jesus Christ.

The New Testament was written over a period of several decades, mostly in the first century AD, by various authors who were inspired by God, according to Christian belief. It is an essential source of Christian doctrine and teachings, outlining the core beliefs and practices of the Christian faith. The Bible, including the New Testament, has been translated into numerous languages and remains one of the most widely read and influential texts in human history.