Gospels

Gospels

The Gospels (pronunciation: /ˈɡɒspəlz/) are a collection of four books in the New Testament of the Bible that narrate the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The term "Gospel" originates from the Old English 'god-spell', meaning "good news" or "glad tidings".

Etymology

The term "Gospel" is derived from the Old English 'god-spell', which itself is a translation of the Greek word 'euangelion' (εὐαγγέλιον). 'Euangelion' is a compound of 'eu-', meaning "good", and 'angelion', meaning "message" or "news".

The Four Gospels

The four Gospels are named after the traditional attributions of their authorship: the Gospel of Matthew, the Gospel of Mark, the Gospel of Luke, and the Gospel of John. Each Gospel presents a unique perspective and narrative of the events in Jesus' life.

Gospel of Matthew

The Gospel of Matthew is traditionally believed to have been written by Matthew, one of the twelve Apostles of Jesus. It is primarily concerned with demonstrating Jesus as the Jewish Messiah.

Gospel of Mark

The Gospel of Mark is believed to have been written by John Mark, a companion of the Apostle Peter. It is the shortest of the four Gospels and is thought to be the earliest written.

Gospel of Luke

The Gospel of Luke is attributed to Luke, a physician and companion of the Apostle Paul. It is the longest of the four Gospels and is known for its detailed and orderly account.

Gospel of John

The Gospel of John is traditionally attributed to John, one of the twelve Apostles of Jesus. It is distinct from the other three Gospels in its theological emphasis and narrative style.

Related Terms

• Synoptic Gospels: The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke are often referred to as the Synoptic Gospels because they include many of the same stories, often in the same sequence, and similar wording.
• Gospel Book: A book containing one or more of the four Gospels of the New Testament.
• Gospel Music: A genre of Christian music that is stylistically similar to, and often influenced by, the spirituals sung by African-American slaves in the United States.

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