Baptidzo: A 500 Years Study in the Greek Word Baptism - Paperback

by Ralph E. Bass Jr (Author)

In 1867 the first volume of what would eventually be five books in four volumes on one word, the word (baptidzo or baptism), Inquiry into the Meaning of Baptism as Determined by Usage, was published by Dr. James W. Dale. God distinctively equipped Dr. Dale for this unique task. Dr. Dale thought precisely. He was a man of great learning-first studying law, then changing to theology and obtaining a seminary degree, and last studying medicine and becoming a physician. Law, theology, and medicine equipped Dr. Dale to think, analyze and write with a precision beyond the capacity of most men today. He is often thought to be nitpicking by those used to thinking in a less precise fashion. But in fact, he was simply careful, logical and in-tune to the precision of the languages chosen by the Holy Spirit to teach man the things of God. These books are without equal in the history of the study of baptism.

Author Biography

Ralph E. Bass, Jr. has an undergraduate degree, BA, in Bible from Bob Jones University, and several graduate degrees: a M.A. in Counseling from Webster University, a M.Div. in divinity studies from Erskine Theological Seminary, a Th.M. in theological studies from Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, and a Th.D. in theological studies from Reformation International Theological Seminary. Dr. Bass was for a number of years a biblical counselor, a pastor, and as a teacher and school administrator in several Christian schools. He is married and has five children and seventeen grandchildren. Other books by the author: What About Baptism? A Discussion On The Mode, Candidate, And Purpose Of Christian Baptism Hope For Today's Problems - The How To Book Of Christian Living Back To The Future - A Study In The Book Of Revelation Tell Me About Presbyterians - Just What Do They Believe? www.livinghopepress.com ralph.bass@livinghopepress.com