The number of books in the Bible can vary depending on which version or translation you're referring to. The most commonly recognized version of the Bible, known as the Protestant Bible or the Christian Old Testament, contains 66 books. These are typically divided into two main sections:
The Old Testament: This portion contains 39 books, which include historical accounts, poetry, prophecy, and religious laws. It starts with the book of Genesis and concludes with the book of Malachi.
The New Testament: This portion contains 27 books, which primarily focus on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, as well as the early Christian church. It begins with the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) and concludes with the book of Revelation.
It's important to note that the Catholic and Orthodox Bibles include additional books, known as the deuterocanonical books or the Apocrypha. The Catholic Bible contains a total of 73 books, while the Orthodox Bible can contain even more, depending on the particular tradition.