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Baptismal Imagery in Early Christianity: Ritual, Visual, and Theological Dimensions

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What can we learn from early Christian imagery about the theological meaning of baptism? Robin Jensen- a leading scholar of early Christian art and worship- examines multiple dimensions of the early Christian baptismal rite. She explores five models for understanding baptism--as cleansing from sin- sickness- and Satan- as incorporation into the community- as death and regeneration- and as the beginning of the new creation--showing how visual images- poetic language- architectural space- and symbolic actions signify and convey the theological meaning of this ritual practice. Considering image and action together- Jensen offers a holistic and integrated understanding of the power of baptism. The book is illustrated with photos.

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234 Jen c.1

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Grand Rapids- Michigan : Baker Academic., 2012

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256 hlm.

Language

English

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9780801048326

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Christianity- Christian Theology (230-23

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Religion
History
Christian Church

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