In response to the popular reception of his Systematic Theology, Berkhof wrote this shorter, more succinct, and more accessible edition for a broader audience. Manual of Christian Doctrine is based directly on his Systematic Theology, and follows the same organizational structure in simplified form. Even in this abridged form, Manual of Christian Doctrine remains a comprehensive statement of Reformed theology. Each chapter concludes with a list of questions and items for discussion, making it ideal for classroom use or group study.