Overview: The New Testament

Mar 8, 2026Bible for Life

New Testament — Overview

This post provides a concise overview of the New Testament grouped by major sections: the Gospels, Acts, the Pauline letters, the general epistles, and Revelation. Each card below includes approximate dates and places where scholarly consensus allows.

Gospels

Location: Palestine (Galilee, Judea)
Date: c. 65–95 CE (approx.)

Acts

Location: Primarily Mediterranean (Jerusalem, Antioch, Asia Minor)
Date: c. 70–90 CE (approx.)

Pauline Epistles

Location: Various (Asia Minor, Macedonia, Rome)
Date: c. 49–67 CE (letters written during Paul's ministry; approximate)

General Epistles

Location: Various
Date: c. 60–100 CE (approx.)

Revelation

Location: Patmos (Asia Minor)
Date: c. 90–110 CE (approx.)