Definition: The word "annalen" has biblical roots but its meaning in English is unclear or not widely recognized. In Christian tradition, "annalen" refers to a set of scriptures from the Bible, often called the "New Testament." This term typically comes from Greek and means "new writings" or "writings anew." It was used by Jesus himself as he recorded His teachings. Some believe it refers more precisely to the New Testament (1-7th century BCE), but it is also applied to later scriptures like the Old Testament, which are not specifically called "annalen," but rather have "New Testaments" appended to their titles.