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Luther's Small Catechism Explained in Questions and Answers

Chapter 48: THE FIRST COMMANDMENT.
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An abridged question-and-answer exposition of a Lutheran catechism, translated into plain English for young readers, offers clear explanations of the Ten Commandments, the three articles of the Creed (creation, redemption, sanctification), and the Lord's Prayer. Each brief question prompts a concise answer that interprets theological phrases, links doctrine to everyday duties, and emphasizes fearing, loving, and trusting God, repentance and forgiveness, and right conduct. Scripture quotations are used to support the explanations, and the translator prioritizes simplicity and devotional clarity while preserving the catechetical teaching structure.

17. What is the substance of the law?

Love to God, ourselves, and our neighbor. Matt. 22:37–40.

Rom. 13:10. [R. V.] Love is the fulfilment of the law.

1 Tim. 1:5. [R. V.] But the end of the charge is love out of a pure heart and a good conscience and faith unfeigned.


THE FIRST TABLE OF THE LAW.

18. What is the substance of the first table?

Love of God.

Luk 10:27. Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind.

 

THE FIRST COMMANDMENT.

Thou shalt have no other gods before me.

That is,

We should fear, love, and trust in God above all things.