A Catechism of Christian Doctrine, more commonly known as the Penny Catechism, was the standard catechetical text for Catholics in Great Britain throughout most of the 20th century. G. K. Chesterton described it as a “marvellous compendium of Christian wisdom”. I’ve simply converted its questions and answers into 373 Anki cards.
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A famous beginning. |
Ora pro nobis peccatoribus! |
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The pre-conciliar Holydays of Obligation in England and Wales. |