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Heidelberg Catechism 61

Why Is Sola Fide So Important?

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R. Scott Clark

on April 16, 2015 | 1 Comment

The primary purpose of the Heidelblog is to explain the Heidelberg Catechism (1563). The catechism was written primarily by Zacharias Ursinus (1534–83) at the behest of the Elector Palatinate, Frederick III (1515–76). It was adopted by the German Reformed Church and by . . . Continue reading →

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Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 61—Why Sola Fide?

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on April 15, 2022

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The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

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