Infant Baptism: Its Origin Among Protestants and the Arguments Advanced for and Against It (Classic Reprint)

Exploring infant baptism and its history among Protestant reformers — this work examines how leaders like Luther, Zwingli, and Calvin argued for and against infant baptism, and why the practice persisted in many churches despite early reform debates.The book presents historical debates, showing how views on baptism, faith, and the role of Scripture shaped church practice. It traces shifts in the 16th century and the intellectual battles that accompanied the birth of Protestantism, offering clarity on a long-standing controversy without assuming modern positions. Clear timeline of key arguments for and against infant baptism in the Reformation era Profiles of major reformers and their evolving ideas about baptism, faith, and salvation Explanation of how interpretations of Scripture influenced church practice Context for the emergence of Anabaptist voices and their challenges to prevailing normsIdeal for readers of church history and those curious about how Protestant traditions approached baptism. Read more