Die Christliche Taufe / im Lichte der hl. Schrift und der Geschichte von der Zeit ihrer Entstehung bis auf die Gegenwart

The study investigates the origin and institution of Christian baptism by examining scriptural texts and its historical development. It explains the purpose and significance of baptism, outlines prerequisites such as faith, and addresses whether baptism is necessary for salvation and how it relates to the baptism of the Spirit. The author traces diverse practices and rites, discussing immersion, triple immersion, pouring and sprinkling, complete disrobing, and the materials used. He surveys continuous evidence for immersion alongside the emergence of alternative forms, and treats the origin, history, and theological arguments for infant baptism and the practice of confirmation. The analysis is supported by frequent citations of biblical passages and writings of church fathers, historians, and theologians.