[["Matthew", 185.0], ["Matthew is the first book of the new testament.", 140.0], ["Matthew is the first book in the New Testament which is also the first of the four gospels.  ", 96.0], ["Matthew is the first book in the new testament.", 81.0], ["Canonically, Matthew is the first book in the New Testament.  Chronologically, many scholars believe James was likely the first written book of the New Testament.", 57.0], ["The first New Testament books to be written down are reckoned to be the 13 that comprise Paul's letters (circa 48-64 CE), probably beginning with 1 Thessalonians or Galatians. Then comes the Gospel of Mark (circa 60-75 CE)", 55.0]]
what is the first book in the new testament
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