how many books are in the new testament

There are 27 books in the New Testament. Here’s a quick breakdown by type:

• 4 Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John)
• 1 historical book (Acts of the Apostles)
• 21 letters/epistles (from Paul and other early Christian leaders)
• 1 prophetic book (Revelation)

These 27 writings together make up the second major part of the Christian Bible, following the Old Testament.