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A comprehensive guide to Augsburg Fortress Publishers' editions of

Luther's Small Catechism

What does this mean for you?  Our diverse set of editions makes Dr. Martin Luther's foundational questions and answers for Christian instruction accessible for beginners and scholars alike.
 
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Luther's Small Catechism: Pocket Edition 5/pkg

A translation of Luther’s explanations in the Small Catechism, along with other catechetical helps and prayers. NRSV and Evangelical Lutheran Worship texts are used for the Ten Commandments, The Lord’s Prayer, and Apostles’ Creed.

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El Catecismo Menor de Lutero / Luther's Small Catechism: Bilingual Edition 5/pkg

El Catecismo Menor de Lutero / Luther's Small Catechism presenta textos en inglés y español colocados lado a lado en un formato de 4" x 6".
 
Texto en inglés fue recopilado y adaptado de materiales publicados en Luther’s Small Catechism: Pocket Edition y Evangelical Lutheran Worship. Texto en español fue recopilado y adaptado de materiales publicados en El Catecismo Menor de Lutero (Augsburg Fortress, 1990, 2006) y Libro de Liturgia y Cántico

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Luther's Small Catechism with African Descent Reflections

distinguished group of African descent Lutheran theologians gathered to explore and reflect on Luther's Small Catechism.

While continuing to affirm the gift of the Small Catechism in the life of the church, they recognized that the meaning of these explanations of Christian faith could and should be broadened to address the historical, cultural, and linguistic experience of Lutherans of African descent, both on the African continent and in the diaspora.

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Luther's Small Catechism: Study Edition

A translation of Luther’s explanations along with other catechetical study helps, such as prayers, worship rites, and Luther’s introduction. NRSV and Evangelical Lutheran Worship texts are used for the wording of the Ten Commandments, Lord’s Prayer, Apostles’ Creed, and the included worship rites.

The Anniversary Study Edition includes a revised introduction by Timothy Wengert and features new illustrations by Roman Catholic artist Gertrud Mueller Nelson.

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Luther's Small Catechism: Enlarged Study Edition

Enlarged print makes this version of the Study Edition of Luther's Small Catechism more accessible. 

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The body font of Luther's Small Catechism, Enlarged Anniversary Study Edition is 18-point type size with 23-point leading, making the text more accessible to those with vision impairments. Pagination between the enlarged print study edition and the study edition is identical to ensure ease of use in group study and congregational use.

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The Small Catechism, 1529: The Annotated Luther Study Edition

Timothy J. Wengert provides detailed background into the development of Luther’s popular Small Catechism.

This translation also includes Luther’s own preface to the 1531 edition, the sacrament of baptism, Sacrament of the Altar, instructions to the head of the household, household chart of Bible passages, marriage booklet for pastors, and baptismal booklet.

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Luther's Small Catechism Gift Edition: Revised

The revised version of Luther’s Small Catechism Gift Edition is a beautiful and elegant hardcover version of Luther’s essential teaching tool.

The Gift Edition contains the same content as the Anniversary Study Edition, including Timothy J. Wengert’s new introduction. Two-color interior with descriptive icons throughout. Features revised texts as found in the appendix to the Pew Edition of Evangelical Lutheran Worship.

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Luther's Small Catechism / El Catecismo Menor de Lutero has been recreated as a web app that is now available for access. View Luther’s explanations in the Small Catechism, along with other catechetical helps and prayers in this new progressive web app specifically designed for mobile devices, tablets, and computers. NRSV and Evangelical Lutheran Worship texts are used for the Ten Commandments, The Lord’s Prayer, and Apostles’ Creed.

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By Heart: Conversations with Martin Luther's Small Catechism

By Heart is a richly illustrated, in-depth exploration of the Small Catechism. It is suitable for group discussion, an adult study or personal enrichment. This guide will generate meaningful conversations about the biblical and historical context of the Small Catechism, its link to the church’s faith, and its connection to Luther’s life and your life today.

There is an accompanying facilitator guide and DVD that highlight the book for use in a 7-session course for longtime Lutherans and those new to the faith, as well.

"I must remain a child and pupil of the catechism, and am glad to remain so."

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Dr. Martin Luther, from the longer Preface to his Large Catechism.

Image:  Workshop of Lucas Cranach the Elder, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons