Sacraments & Rites - Christianity, Theology - Bible Studies, Jesus Christ
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Overview
In the 19th century, Dr. James W. Dale, a Presbyterian minister, embarked on a scholarly project that proved to be the most exhaustive study ever undertaken on the word "baptism." Aiming at a contextual understanding of the work, Dr. Dale meticulously examined its use in a wide range of historical documents, and his analysis is a masterpiece of lexicographical scholarship.Dr. Dale published his findings in four volumes, and for the first time in many years all four of these distinguished texts are available, offering a valuable resource for students and scholars of language, religion, and history.
Special Features
An inquiry into the meaning of baptism in the Holy Scriptures and other patristic writings.
Synopsis
In the 19th century, Dr. James W. Dale, a Presbyterian minister, embarked on a scholarly project that proved to be the most exhaustive study ever undertaken on the word "baptism." Aiming at a contextual understanding of the work, Dr. Dale meticulously examined its use in a wide range of historical documents, and his analysis is a masterpiece of lexicographical scholarship.
Dr. Dale published his findings in four volumes, and for the first time in many years all four of these distinguished texts are available, offering a valuable resource for students and scholars of language, religion, and history.
Special Features
An inquiry into the meaning of baptism in the Holy Scriptures and other patristic writings.
Book Details
Published
June 1, 1995
Publisher
Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers, Inc.
Pages
670
Format
Other Format
ISBN
9780865162631