Catechisma
Explore the historic catechisms of the Protestant faith with inline scripture references.
Reformed / Presbyterian · 1647
Westminster Shorter Catechism
Composed by the Westminster Assembly in 1647, the Shorter Catechism consists of 107 questions and answers summarizing Christian doctrine. It was designed for the instruction of children and those new to the faith, and remains one of the most influential catechisms in the Protestant tradition.
Reformed / Continental · 1563
Heidelberg Catechism
Written in Heidelberg in 1563 by Zacharias Ursinus and Caspar Olevianus, this catechism is organized around three themes: guilt, grace, and gratitude. Divided into 52 Lord's Days for year-long preaching, it remains the most warm and personal of the Reformed catechisms.
Lutheran · 1529
Luther's Small Catechism
Written by Martin Luther in 1529, the Small Catechism was designed as a simple guide for ordinary people and heads of households to teach the faith. Organized around the Ten Commandments, the Creed, the Lord's Prayer, and the Sacraments, it remains the most widely used catechism in the Lutheran tradition.
Lutheran · 1529
Luther's Large Catechism
Written by Martin Luther in 1529 as a companion to his Small Catechism, the Large Catechism provides an extended theological exposition of the Ten Commandments, the Apostles' Creed, the Lord's Prayer, Baptism, and the Lord's Supper. Intended for pastors and teachers, it remains one of the foundational confessional documents of the Lutheran tradition.