The Heidelberg Catechism

Heidelberg Catechism Lords Day 15 – 39. Q. IS IT SIGNIFICANT THAT HE WAS “CRUCIFIED” INSTEAD OF DYING SOME OTHER WAY?

A. Yes. This death convinces me that he shouldered the curse which lay on me, since death by crucifixion was accursed by God.1

Biblical References:

1 Gal. 3:10-13 (Deut. 21:23)