The Large Catechism by Martin Luther

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Summary: Luther’s Large Catechism consisted of works written by Martin Luther and compiled Christian canonical texts, published in April of 1529. This book was addressed particularly to clergymen to aid them in teaching their congregations. Luther’s Large Catechism is divided into five parts: The Ten Commandments, The Apostles’ Creed, The Lord’s Prayer, Holy Baptism, and The Sacrament of the Altar. It and related documents was published in The Book of Concord in 1580. (from Wikipedia)

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Introduction

Preface

The First Commandment

The Second Commandment

The Third Commandment

The Fourth Commandment

The Fifth through Seventh Commandments

The Eighth through Tenth Commandments

Conclusion of the Ten Commandments

Of the Creed

Of Prayer

Commentary on the Petitions of the Lord’s Prayer

Of Baptism

Of Infant Baptism

Of the Sacrament of the Altar

Exhortation to Receive the Sacraments Frequently