Catechism

Noun

 * 1) A book, in question and answer form, summarizing the basic principles of Christianity.
 * 2) A basic manual in some subject.
 * 3) A set of questions designed to determine knowledge.

Related terms

 * catechesis
 * catechist
 * catechistic
 * catechize
 * catechumen

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