Catechism of the Council of Trent: The Roman Catechism

by Council of Trent, Charlemax il Cattolico (Editor), Rev John A. McHugh O.P. (Translator)

Commissioned by the Council of Trent and promulgated by Pope St. Pius V in 1566, the Catechism of the Council of Trent—also known as the Roman Catechism—stands as one of the most authoritative and comprehensive expositions of Catholic doctrine in Church history. Written for parish priests to instruct the faithful, it systematically presents the teachings of the Church on the Creed, the Sacraments, the Ten Commandments, and the Lord’s Prayer.

This edition is a faithful reprint of the classic 1923 English translation by Rev. John A. McHugh, O.P., and Rev. Charles J. Callan, O.P., renowned for its clarity, accuracy, and fidelity to the Latin original. Unlike modern adaptations, this version preserves the theological depth and historical integrity of the original text—now meticulously restored and reformatted, with all known typographical and formatting errors corrected for smooth and uninterrupted reading.

Perfect for clergy, scholars, catechists, and laity alike, this is the definitive English edition of one of the Church’s most enduring catechetical treasures.

434 pages, Paperback

Published May 15, 2025