gospel

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

an unquestionable truth; "his word was gospel"

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)

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

a doctrine that is believed to be of great importance; "Newton's writings were gospel for those who followed"