The Gospels were written by Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, as shown by early testimony, internal evidence, manuscript titles, and apostolic origin.
Who Wrote the Gospels Found in the New Testament of Our Bibles, and How Do We Know?
PAPIAS (c. 60-135 A.D.) and the Gospels of Matthew and Mark
Papias’ testimony links Mark to Peter’s preaching and Matthew to an early Semitic Gospel setting within reliable apostolic transmission.
The Synoptic Gospels In Early Christianity: Why Is the Preferred Choice the Testimony to the Priority of the Gospel of Matthew?
Early testimony favors Matthew’s priority, Mark’s Petrine accuracy, and Luke’s orderly investigation without requiring Q or Markan priority.
