Oppose Infant Baptism

Famous quotes containing the words oppose, infant and/or baptism:

    “When feminism does not explicitly oppose racism, and when antiracism does not incorporate opposition to patriarchy, race and gender politics often end up being antagonistic to each other and both interests lose.”
    —Kimberly Crenshaw (b. 1959)

    “In order for an individual to partake of the world and contribute to it in a healthy way, he first needs to view that world as a basically kind, friendly, and supportive place. Such an outlook begins to be formed during infancy. It’s essential that the baby establish a fundamental trust in his environment. The infant needs to learn that the world is a nurturing place where his needs will be met.”
    —Saf Lerman (20th century)

    “This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.”
    —Bible: New Testament Matthew, 3:17.

    A “voice from heaven,” following the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist.