Subject: Rhantizo vs. Baptizo- Synonyms? |
Bible Note: CDBJ, No disrespect received. I'm just trying to make sense of the NASB's apparent translation of the word rhantizo in one place and baptizo in another place for what might be the same ceremonial ablution ceremony. Concerning the baptizing in the Jordan River, I suppose they could have been standing IN the Jordan River while water was poured over their heads, as many paintings illustrate. Don't get me wrong, however, I think the many times baptizing is described in Scripture, it appears a large body of water was needed, which would indicate that they weren't likely just needing it to stand in it so they could merely pour water over their heads. Bobby |