Definition of New Testament
: the second part of the Christian Bible comprising the canonical Gospels and Epistles and also the book of Acts and book of Revelation — see Bible Table
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“New Testament.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/New%20Testament. Accessed 20 Apr. 2021.
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