Baptism in the New Testament – G.R. Beasley-Murray Koopje

Beschrijving

Baptism in the New Testament (No. 10)

This comprehensive study begins by investigating the antecedents of Christian baptism. It then surveys the foundation of Christian baptism in the Gospels, its emergence in the book of Acts and its development in the apostolic writings. Following a section relating baptism to New Testament doctirne, a substantial discussion of the significance of infant baptism leads to a briefer discussion of baptismal reform and ecumenism.

Most Christian denominations hold baptism as a central feature of the Christian life.
But how many understand its full significance? Also why do some traditions baptise children while others practice believers’ baptism?

This comprehensive study of baptism considers the Jewish antecedents of the Christian rite before surveying the foundation of the practice in the Gospels, its emergence in the Acts of the Apostles and its
development in the Apostolic Writings.

An extended discussion of the rise and significance of infant baptism is followed by a short postscript which outlines baptismal reforms and inter-church relationships.

About the Author:
Dr. Beasley-Murray has served as Professor of New Testament at the Baptist Theological Seminary, Ruschlikon, Switzerland and at the Southern Baptism Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky. He was for some time Principal of Spurgeon’s College, London.

For further NOTES See also the BACK of the book!