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The Catechism of the New Apostolic Church
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- 8.1.1 Definition of the term
- 8.1.2 The biblical basis for Holy Baptism with water
- 8.1.3 The necessity of Holy Baptism with water for salvation
- 8.1.4 The proper dispensation of Holy Baptism with water
- 8.1.5 Prerequisites for receiving Holy Baptism with water
- 8.1.6 The effects of Holy Baptism with water
- 8.1.7 Faith and Holy Baptism with water
- 8.1.8 Holy Baptism with water and Holy Sealing
- 8.1.9 Holy Baptism with water and following Christ
- 8.1.10 Holy Baptism with water and the Apostle ministry
8.1.1 Definition of the term
The term "baptism" is a translation of the Greek word baptizein = "to immerse". In early Christian times, baptisms were primarily performed by immersion in water.