CATECHISM
Barclay's catechism presenting the distinctive doctrines of the Society of Friends (Quakers) in question-and-answer format, covering their understanding of Scripture, the Inner Light, worship, sacraments, and Christian conduct.
16 Chapters
Table of Contents
1
Preface
2
Of God, and the true and saving Knowledge of him.
3
Of the Rule and Guide of Christians, and of the Scriptures.
4
Of Jesus Christ's being manifest in the Flesh, the Use and End of it.
5
Of the New Birth, the Inward Appearance of Christ in Spirit, and the Unity of the Saints with him.
6
Concerning the Light wherewith Jesus Christ hath enlightned every Man
7
Concerning Faith, Justification, and Works.
8
Concerning Perfection, or Freedom from Sin.
9
Concerning Perseverance and falling from Grace.
10
Concerning the Church and Ministry
11
Concerning Worship.
12
Concerning Baptism, and Bread and Wine.
13
Concerning the Life of a Christian in general, what, and how it ought to be in this World.
14
Concerning Magistracy
15
Concerning the Resurrection.
16
A short Introduction to the Confession of Faith.