Catechism for Young Children

An adaptation of the Catechism for Young Children in modern English.

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Question 130


Modern Adaptation (Baptist)

Question: Should babies be baptized?

Answer: No; because they cannot repent of sin, nor trust in Christ for their salvation.


Modern Adaptation (Presbyterian)

Question: Should babies be baptized?

Answer: Yes; because they have a sinful nature and need a Savior.


Traditional Formulation

Question: Why should infants be baptized?

Answer: Because they have a sinful nature and need a Savior.


Adaptation Commentary

Soften the question from “Why should (not)” to merely “Should”, so as to better function as a clarification of question 129. Additionally, modify the word “infant” to the more conventional “baby”.


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