Katekismo Alo Hemo Ke Yeli Wolo

Abstract

This document is a comprehensive Christian catechism and devotional book published in the Ga language by the Basel Mission for use on the Gold Coast in 1874. It serves as a manual for instruction and worship, systematically organized into a question-and-answer catechism covering core doctrines like the Ten Commandments, the Apostles' Creed, and the Sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion. Additionally, it includes a substantial collection of thematic scripture passages and a dedicated confirmation service liturgy outlining the vows and responsibilities of church membership. Utilizing the Lepsius standardized alphabet, the text stands as a significant primary source, offering insight into the evangelization methods, linguistic work, and specific theological content propagated by the Basel Mission in 19th-century West Africa.