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.

This volume offers an in-depth look at one of the key aspects of the debate surrounding the doctrine of baptism by specifically focusing on the history of the modes employed in baptism throughout history. James Chrystal begins his analysis with the traces of baptism before and during the time of Christ and specifically the proselyte baptisms practiced in Second Temple Judaism. He also examines the scriptural and ancient versional evidence before moving on to examine the practice in church histor...

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