Catechism for Young Children

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

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Question 83


Modern Adaptation

Question: What duty does the second commandment teach us?

Answer: To worship God correctly, and to avoid idolatry.


Traditional Formulation

Question: What does the second commandment teach us?

Answer: To worship God in a proper manner, and to avoid idolatry.


Adaptation Commentary

Supplies the word ‘duty’ to continue the sectional theme. Additionally the phrase ‘proper manner’ is simplified to ‘correctly’.


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