Gospel meaning

noun

1. the four books in the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) that tell the story of Christ's life and teachings

   SynonymsGospelsevangel

2. an unquestionable truth

   “his word was gospel”

   Synonymsgospel truth

3. folk music consisting of a genre of a cappella music originating with Black slaves in the United States and featuring call and response; influential on the development of other genres of popular music (especially soul)

   Synonymsgospel singing

4. the written body of teachings of a religious group that are generally accepted by that group

   Synonymsreligious doctrinechurch doctrinecreed

5. a doctrine that is believed to be of great importance

   “Newton's writings were gospel for those who followed”