Gospel

usgb/ˈɡɑːspl/
noun

The teachings of Jesus Christ and the apostles in the Bible, especially in the four New Testament books.

The teachings of the gospel are fundamental to Christianity.
Visual representation of "gospel" - The teachings of Jesus Christ and the apostles in the Bible, especially in the four New Testament books.

Often appears as...

  • gospel truth
  • gospel music

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Religious

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Central to Christianity

Understand that 'gospel' refers to core Christian teachings, key to grasping its significance in religious context.

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The parables included in the gospel carry deep moral significance.
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Beyond Religion

While 'gospel' is religious, it's used metaphorically to express a strong belief in any information.

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For scientists, empirical data is the gospel by which they abide.
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