The Westminster Shorter Catechism

Set against the backdrop of the 1643 Westminster Assembly, the narrative explores the development of the Larger Catechism amid political and theological tensions. Herbert Palmer's initial draft faced criticism from Scottish delegates, leading to the formation of a committee to address the shortcomings. Ultimately, the Assembly decided to abandon a single catechism in favor of creating two distinct documents by January 1647, highlighting the complexities of religious discourse during this tumultuous period in English history.