New Testament writings circulate
About this date: This marker represents a long process; the books were not written in one year.
Gospels, apostolic letters, Acts, and Revelation arise and circulate across communities before the canon's later formal recognition.
Scripture
- Luke 1:1–4 — Luke's preface says he investigated earlier accounts and arranged an orderly narrative.
- 2 Peter 3:15–16 — The letter refers to Paul's writings and warns that some readers distort them; its authorship is debated.