The Catechism

A Handbook of Christian Doctrine

This book is called a CATECHISM. It is a handbook which summarizes what
the Bible teaches. The main purpose of this Catechism is to teach what the
Bible says about our Savior and our life as believers in Him. It also provides a
special outline to a study of things the Bible teaches. The Catechism does not
replace the Bible but is helpful in teaching us what the Bible says.

Sydow’s Edition of Luther’s Small Catechism

Sydow’s Edition of Luther’s Small Catechism includes passages and teaching points on each of the Catechism’s Six Chief Parts.

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Click HERE to open PDF file of Sydow’s Small Catechism with Passages.

Small Catechism – Chief Parts

Luther divided his Catechism into SIX CHIEF PARTS and also added three other sections for the benefit of Bible students. Links below provide online access to only the chief parts of the catechism.

  1. The Ten Commandments
  2. The Apostles Creed
  3. The Sacrament of Holy Baptism
  4. The Office of the Keys and Confession
  5. The Sacrament of the Altar
  6. The Lord’s Prayer

SUPPLIMENTAL PARTS

Daily Prayers

Table of Duties

Christian Questions