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The Westminster Shorter Catechism is a concise and systematic summary of Christian doctrine, designed to provide clear and easily memorizable answers to important theological questions. It was developed during the 17th century as part of the Westminster Assembly, a gathering of theologians and scholars convened by the English Parliament to reform the Church of England. The assembly met from 1643 to 1649 and aimed to produce a comprehensive statement of faith, along with catechisms and other doctrinal documents. The Shorter Catechism, which consists of 107 questions and answers, was primarily intended for use as a teaching tool for both children and adults. It covers essential topics such as God, creation, sin, redemption, and the Ten Commandments. The catechism has had a profound influence on Reformed theology and has been widely used within Presbyterian and other Reformed traditions. Its concise and precise formulations continue to provide a solid foundation for understanding and teaching core Christian beliefs.