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One of the earliest Lutheran catechisms, this is the first edition of this catechism for girls. Has a woodprint of the crucifixion.

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One of the earliest Lutheran catechisms, this is the first edition of this catechism for girls. Has a woodprint of the crucifixion.

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1792 illustrated German edition of Canisius' Catholic catechism for beginning readers. This little volume includes the Articles of Faith, the Ten Commandments, the works of charity, various prayers, and moral advice for children.

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Responding to a request from Holy Roman Emperor Ferdinand I (b. 1503, r. 1531–1564) for a new Catholic catechism, the Dutch-born Jesuit Canisius produced three versions for different readers, including Catechismus minimus for advanced students.

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German Large catechism with woodcuts.
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