Which New Testament Gospel was written first?
It is generally accepted that the New Testament Gospel of Mark was written before those of Matthew, Luke, and John.
The New Testament places them in the order Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
It is generally accepted that the New Testament Gospel of Mark was written before those of Matthew, Luke, and John.
The New Testament places them in the order Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
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