Catechism for Young Children · Question 142 of 145

What will become of the wicked in the day of judgment?

A.They shall be cast into hell.

What does this answer mean?

The catechism says that on the day of judgment the wicked shall be cast into hell. This is a solemn answer. Parents can teach it plainly and gently, and keep the good news of forgiveness in Christ close at hand.

What can we ask our children?

  1. What will become of the wicked at the judgment?
  2. Who will be the judge? (See question 139.)
  3. Where can anyone find forgiveness?

Can I print this question?

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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.