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Presented here for 21st-century English-speaking readers, this learning tool for the faith has been a staple of discipleship and teaching the faith for hundreds of years.
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Dr. Luther’s preface to the many pastors and preachers he was seeking to lead in their instruction of those under their care.
As the head of the family should teach the Ten Commandments in a simple way to his household.
Certain passages of Scripture for various holy orders and positions, admonishing them about their obligations and responsibilities.