This tremendous collection of classic works on baptism presents the history, biblical testimony, and systematic treatment on this topic of perennial importance from eminent scholars and pastors on each side of the debate. What is the biblical mode of baptism: immersion, sprinkling, pouring, or dipping. Or do several find warrant in Scripture? Should Christians practice trine immersion, sprinkling, or pouring? Who are the proper subjects of baptism: only professing adults, or also believers’ children? What is the biblical origin of baptism, and can precursors be found in the Old Testament? What is the significance of baptism: is it a memorial, a sign and seal; does it regenerate? How does all this fit together into a coherent doctrine of baptism? All these questions and more are answered in this remarkable collection.

Edward Beecher lays out his analysis of the meaning of “baptize” and its cognates, and presents focused exegesis of passages that are central to the debate surrounding the doctrine of baptism, such as Romans 6:3–4 and Colossians 2:12. Beecher also interacts extensively with several of his contemporaries, critiquing their work or responding to their critiques of his, offering a window into the development of this debate in nineteenth-century America.

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