A Compendium of Christian Theology

John Frederick Osterwald’s A Compendium of Christian Theology is a broad treatise on the Christian life, addressing topics ranging from the character and nature of God to the role of the minister and utilization of sacraments. Published in 1788, it was considered a cornerstone textbook of theology for the Swiss Reformed Church. This eighteenth-century volume is one of Osterwald’s main theological works, and the result of thirty years of lectures. It provides a rich resource for dogmatic study, delving into Osterwald’s views on church life and relationship with God.