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Immersion Not Baptism (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

John H. Beckwith

 
9780332829234: Immersion Not Baptism (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Is baptism really about immersion, or a larger, ancient ritual of sprinkling?

This concise, argument‑focused work examines the historical and biblical basis for how water is used in baptism. It presents a case that the familiar form may be tied to an older practice described in Jewish law and surrounding writings, rather than a universal command to plunge underwater.

Two short sections frame the claim and its implications, showing how a ritual was understood, practiced, and defended in early worship. The discussion stays close to the text, using historical context to explain why some traditions favor sprinkling over immersion, and how that view aligns with biblical language and ancient rites.
  • Traces baptism’s roots in Jewish ritual cleansing and early biblical language.
  • Explains why sprinkling could be the standard mode, not immersion.
  • Reviews key passages and how they have been interpreted in different traditions.
  • Addresses common questions and objections about how baptism is described and practiced.
Ideal for readers curious about the history of baptism, its language in scripture, and how early Christians understood this rite.

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