New Testament criticism refers to the scholarly study and analysis of the New Testament, the second part of the Christian Bible. This field examines the historical context, authorship, and textual integrity of the various books, including the Gospels, Epistles, and Revelation. Scholars aim to understand how these texts were written, compiled, and transmitted over time. There are several approaches to New Testament criticism, including textual criticism, which focuses on the original wording of the texts, and historical criticism, which seeks to uncover the historical circumstances surrounding their creation. These methods help scholars interpret the meaning and significance of the New Testament in both religious and historical contexts.