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The Bible and Baptism: The Old Testament and Baptism

Catholic Bible Study

CHAPTER

Water's Sacred Journey: Old Testament Connections to Baptism

This chapter examines the symbolic relationship between Old Testament imagery and the Christian sacrament of baptism. It highlights key elements such as the flood and the Red Sea, exploring how these narratives shape the understanding of baptism in the New Testament. The discussion also reflects on the interpretations of early Church Fathers and the thematic categorization of water as a symbol of life, death, freedom, and purity.

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