- Table of content
- 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
8.1.2 The biblical basis for Holy Baptism with water
The ritual washings referenced in various passages of the Mosaic Law can be regarded as precursors to baptism with water. They led to a ritual cleansing of persons who, due to their physical conditions, were considered unclean. However, these washings did not have a covenantal character.