Catechism for Young Children · Question 126 of 145
What sign is used in baptism?
A.The washing with water.
What does this answer mean?
The sign used in baptism is washing with water. Water is used for washing every day, so the sign is simple and easy for children to understand. Water is also a common Bible picture of cleansing. Question 127 explains what the washing means.
What can we ask our children?
- What sign is used in baptism?
- What do we use water for every day?
- Why is washing a good picture?
Can I print this question?
Yes. Every printable here is free for home, church and co-op use. Press Print on any of these pages for a clean sheet.
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Text: Catechism for Young Children: Being an Introduction to the Shorter Catechism, Presbyterian Board of Publication (copyright entered 1840). Public domain (1840).
Checked against a second edition on November 15, 2026. Explanation and questions by Household Theology Press. Last updated November 15, 2026.