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Question 25 Since there is but one only divine essence, why speakest thou of Father, Son, and Holy Ghost?

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Since there is but one only divine essence, [71] why speakest thou of Father, Son, and Holy Ghost?

Because God has so revealed himself in his word, [72] that these three distinct persons are the one only true and eternal God.

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The Heidelberg Catechism

One of the most influential Reformed catechisms, written in 1563 by Zacharias Ursinus and Caspar Olevianus. Organized around three themes — sin and misery, redemption, and gratitude — it provides warm, personal instruction in the Christian faith.

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