Evolution of Infant Baptism: a Rite of Passage in 2nd-3rd Century North Africa
Words: 1978 Pages: 7 1142Introduction Baptism is an important sacrament or rite of passage within Christianity. Throughout history, it has changed in many ways and will continue to change as time continues on. Many different sects of Christianity believe in either adult baptism or infant baptism. This paper looks at infant baptism within Africa and surrounding countries in the second and third centuries. North Africa was seen as the leader in infant baptism, and the bishops in the area held their ground in regard […]