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The word baptize comes from the Greek word 'baptizma' which means to immerse and completely cover in water. Sprinkling with water is called 'aspersion', but it is not the same as a baptism.
An Orthodox baptism is recognized by all Catholics, but Catholic baptisms are not recognized by all Orthodox, because Catholic baptisms are actually done by aspersion or sprinkling, rather than by full immersion (which is what the Greek word 'baptize' means) and baptism has been the tradition of the Orthodox Church for the last 2,000 years.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoYes, and baptism is essential in order to be a member of the Orthodox Church. The word baptize comes from the Greek word 'baptizma' which means to immerse and completely cover in water. Baptism by triple immersion has been the tradition of the Orthodox Church for over 2,000 years.
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∙ 12y agoWith a credible orthodox water baptism the Holy Spirit comes in to dwell within the heart instead of working on the heart from the outside and one receives the remission of sins right there and then (my view of a water baptismal rebirth contrary to the pervasively taught spiritual baptismal rebirth).
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∙ 12y agoThe same as any other church, It also depends on the nationality and their customs.
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Why would you be declined to be baptised in a Orthodox church?
Generally speaking, no one should ever be denied baptism in an Orthodox Church, as baptism is necessary for salvation.
What do eastern orthodox believe about baptism?
The Orthodox believe that Baptism represents the likeness of the death and resurrection of the Lord and His three-day burial. For this reason, an Orthodox baptism involves three immersions in water. The word baptize comes from the Greek word 'baptizma' which means to immerse and completely cover in water. Sprinkling with water is called Aspersion, but it is not the same as a baptism. Baptism by triple immersion has been the tradition of the Orthodox Church for the last 2,000 years.
What is greek orthodox baptism like?
An Orthodox baptism involves a triple immersion of a child or adult in water. This represents the likeness of the death and resurrection of the Lord and His three-day burial.
What is the different viewpoint of baptism?
The Orthodox Church believes in baptism by triple immersion in water. It does not allow sprinkling or aspersion.
In what church is baptism and confirmation received at the same time?
in the orthodox church
What churches do infant baptism?
The Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Coptic Orthodox, and Oriental Orthodox Churches practice infant baptism, as do Anglicans, some Presbyterians and Lutherans, and various other Protestant denominations, including many 'non-denominational' churches. Among less traditional Protestants, baptism practices often vary church-by-church.
What are the names of the three types of oils used in baptism in the Coptic Orthodox church?
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How many sacraments does the Orthodox Church have?
The Orthodox Church has seven sacraments: Baptism, Chrismation, Eucharist Confession, Holy Unction, Marriage, and Ordination
What if there is no baptism certificate from orthodox faith can you still convert to Catholic faith?
ask your parents and or priest
How does one become a Christian in the Eastern Orthodox Church?
A: Either by Infant Baptism and gradual introduction to the Church while growing up or by Adult Baptism after introduction to the Faith.
How is water used in religion in Greece?
In modern Greece, most follow the orthodox religion which practices baptism.
What are Russian Orthodox beliefs about baptism?
They would follow the Greek mode of Immersion- which is the literal translation of 'Baptizo' from which words like Baptist and Baptism are derived, which means to immerse in water.
