Commentary on the Heidelberg Catechism (Ursinus)

Author:

Ursinus, Zacharias

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SKU:

9780875524542

Publisher:

Netherlands Reformed Book and Publishing

Pages:

659

Binding:

Hardcover

Description

Written by the principal author of the Heidelberg Catechism, Zacharias Ursinus provides insight as well as expanded instruction on the monumental confession that has been instrumental in the Reformed Church since its inception. Perfect for further personal study or as a companion text, the Commentary follows the same format of the Heidelberg Catechism, and includes a section of exposition after each of the 129 questions.

5
Quality of content

Posted by William on 15th Jan 2024

Fantastic. Well written.
5
If you are Reformed, buy this!

Posted by Christian Herring on 24th Apr 2023

This new printing was a very pleasant surprise as Ursinus' Commentary has been out of print for around 50 years, if I remember correctly. Used copies online have been priced between $70-$120 depending on the quality. This new print at the current price is an absolute steal. It's no surprise that it went out of stock so quickly. It might be a bit of hyperbole, but to me it's a truly historic moment that this work is generally available once again.

If I had to get rid of all of my books save one, this is the one I would keep. I have a bias toward Scottish theology, but Ursinus' Commentary is the most comprehensive summary of historic reformed doctrine in a systematic format that I have ever read. It can be heady at times, but its value cannot be overstated. I find myself referencing it often even since reading it all the way through several years ago.

Ursinus lays out many doctrines of the Reformed faith with stunning. He not only lays out the doctrines we affirm, but brings forth common objections (many of which we might still hear today) and answers them according to scholastic argumentation and scriptural evidence.
5
I have just started reading this book. It is an excellent resource.

Posted by Debra Mehaffey on 19th Apr 2023

I would recommend this book.
5
The best book on my shelf

Posted by Christian Herring on 31st Mar 2023

This is a must-have for every reformed person's shelf. I HIGHLY recommend purchasing this. And at $28??? NO BRAINER!!