“Having a desire to show our near agreement with many other Christians… we do now put forth a short account of Christian Principles, for the instruction of our families.”
— From the Fifth Edition (1695)

The Baptist Catechism stands as one of the clearest and most enduring summaries of Christian doctrine from the Particular Baptist tradition. First published in 1693 and here presented from the fifth edition of 1695, it was originally intended for the instruction of families and churches, grounding believers, young and old, in the essential truths of the faith.

Closely aligned with the Westminster and Savoy catechisms, this catechism reflects the unity of the wider Reformed tradition, while expressing Baptist convictions with clarity and care. Its question-and-answer format is designed for memorisation, making it a deeply practical tool for teaching, discipleship, and spiritual formation.

This edition includes Scripture proofs throughout, allowing readers to see that each doctrine is drawn directly from the Word of God. With minimal language updates and modernised references, it remains faithful to the historic text while offering a clear and accessible reading experience for today.

Presented in a convenient pocket-sized format, this volume is ideal for daily use—whether in family worship, personal devotion, or church life. It is a simple yet powerful means of recovering a time-tested pattern of instruction: learning the faith, confessing it clearly, and living it out.