🔥“Infant Baptism: Sacred Tradition or Human Invention?”

Join Fr Johnson Punchakonam as he delves into the age-old debate of "Infant Baptism: Sacred Tradition or Human Invention?" in this thought-provoking video. Explore the Scriptural roots of this practice, deeply ingrained in the Orthodox Church tradition, and discover the significance of baptism in the early Christian Church. Malankara Orthodox TV presents a comprehensive Bible study, examining the teachings of the Early Church Fathers and the Apostolic Faith. Is infant baptism a sacrament ordained by God, or is it a human invention? Dive into the world of Orthodox Christianity, where the mysteries of Holy Baptism await. As we navigate the complexities of credobaptism vs paedobaptism, we'll uncover the rich heritage of the Syrian Orthodox Church and the importance of Christian unity. Romans 6:4 and Acts 2:38 serve as guiding principles in our quest for understanding the scriptural basis of baptism. Let's embark on this fascinating journey, rooted in Scripture, to unlock the mystery of infant baptism.

Unlock the Mystery Rooted in Scripture and the Early Church

📖 The Mystery of Infant Baptism | Orthodox Bible Study

Why does the Orthodox Church baptize infants? Is this practice truly biblical, or simply a later tradition? In this profound and thought-provoking Bible study, we explore the scriptural, theological, and historical foundations of infant baptism within the Orthodox Christian tradition.

🔍 What You’ll Learn:

• The biblical basis for baptizing children (Genesis 17, Acts 2:38-39, Luke 18:15-16)

• How household baptisms in the New Testament included children

• The powerful witness of the early Church Fathers—Irenaeus, Origen, Cyprian, and more

• The sacramental meaning of Baptism as entry into the New Covenant

• Why the Orthodox Church teaches that grace is given even to infants

• Loving responses to common objections raised by credobaptist (believer’s baptism) traditions

• The role of godparents, parents, and the Church in nurturing baptized children

• How infant baptism begins the journey of theosis, the transformation into Christlikeness

This study is perfect for:

✔ Orthodox Christians wanting to deepen their understanding of this sacred mystery

✔ Catechumens and inquirers exploring Orthodox faith and practice

✔ Inter-Christian dialogue with love, humility, and clarity

📌 Join us as we rediscover the ancient, life-giving truth of God’s grace poured out upon the smallest among us—and how the Church continues to proclaim that the Kingdom truly belongs to such as these.

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