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The Assemblies Shorter Catechism Drawn out into Distinct Propositions

Question 52

On Westminster Shorter Catechism (1647) Q. 52

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What are the Reasons annexed to the second Commandment?

The Reasons annexed to the second Commandment, are Gods Soveraignty over us, his propriety in us, and the zeal he hath to his own worship.

1. Gods Soveraignty over us, should move us to keep the second Commandment.a*

2. Gods propriety in us should move us, to keep the second Commandment.b†

3. The zeal which God hath to his own Worship, should move us to keep the second Commandment.c‡

Notes

  1. *Psal. 95.2, 3. Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with Psalms. v. 3. For the Lord is a great God, and a great King above all gods.
  2. †Psal. 45.11. He is thy Lord, and worship thou him.
  3. ‡Exod. 34.14. Thou shalt worship no other God; for the Lord, whose name is jealous, is a jealous God.

Proofs

Each links to the Scripture index: what else cites the passage.

  1. aPsalm 95:2–3
  2. bPsalm 45:11
  3. cExodus 34:14

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