Catechismus Illustratus

This is a religious primer written by Petrus Canisius, a 16th-century Jesuit priest and theologian. The book includes a catechism, or series of questions and answers, designed to teach young people about the basic tenets of Catholicism. With its clear and accessible style, the book was widely used as an educational tool in Catholic schools for centuries.
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