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Baptist John the Baptist, the herald and fore-runner of our Lord, predicted by the prophets. (See Isa 40:1-8; Mal 3:1) I must refer to the Gospels for the history of the Baptist. It would far go beyond the limits of this work, to enter upon the account of John’s life. One feature in his history … Continue reading “Baptist”

Baptisms, Register Of Such record was first ordered to be kept by the injunctions of Cromwell in 1538, and the regulation was renewed by Canon 70 of the Synod of London, 1602-3, which orders ministers to keep a register of christenings, weddings, and burials; the said register to be kept in a sure coffer with … Continue reading “Baptisms, Register Of”

Baptismerium the mediaeval title of a service-book containing the ritual used in administering baptism. Baptismia () and Baptismios (), Greek terms for godmother and godfather respectively. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

baptismal vows Those renunciations required of an adult candidate for Baptism just before the sacrament is conferred; in the case of an infant, they are made in his name by the sponsors. According to the Roman Ritual, three questions are addressed to the person to be baptized: “Dost thou renounce Satan? And all his works? … Continue reading “Baptismal Vows”

Baptismal Regeneration SEE BAPTISM; SEE REGENERATION. Baptismal Regeneration A writer in the Cyclopaedia Britannica (9th ed. s.v. Baptism) has these striking remarks on the origin of this dogma: In studying the statements made by the early fathers upon baptism, we find not sot much a distinct and definite doctrine as gropings towards a doctrine, and … Continue reading “Baptismal Regeneration”

baptismal name (Christian name) From the earliest times names were given at Baptism . A name is given, which should be taken from some person, whose eminent sanctity has given him a place in the catalogue of Saints. This similarity of name will stimulate to the imitation of his virtues and the attainment of his … Continue reading “baptismal name”

baptismal grace Sanctifying grace conferred in Baptism , inasmuch as it gives the recipient a right to special help from God to enable him to observe the commandments and so follow Christ worthily. Baptismal innocence is the state of the soul as the result of Baptism , a state which many saints are believed to … Continue reading “baptismal grace”

Baptismal Formula (Mat 28:19). SEE BAPTISM; SEE TRINITY; SEE SACRAMENT. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

baptismal font An ornamental receptacle (vase, basin), made of stone, metal, or wood, for holding baptismal water used in solemn administration of the sacrament. Since such administration is the chief right of a pastor, one of the external signs of a parish church is the baptismal font. The Roman Ritual provides for its construction and … Continue reading “Baptismal Font”

BAPTISM WITH THE SPIRIT The baptism with, in, or by the Holy Spirit was an event that John the Baptist foretold (Mat 3:11), that Jesus promised (Act 1:4-5), and that Peter and Paul referred to (Act 11:15-16; 1Co 12:13). Historically it took place on the Day of Pentecost, when the risen and glorified Christ gave … Continue reading “BAPTISM WITH THE SPIRIT”