At several points in the Scriptures, God renames individuals (Abraham, Peter, Paul) as a sign of their new nature and mission. One of the first tasks of mankind was for Adam to name the creatures. Naming a thing assigns a certain understanding of it and its purpose. When God is involved, the name change is an act of consecration to God's calling. In Baptism, which regenerates an individual and makes him or her the child of God, purifies the soul, and destines him or her for heaven, it is fitting for a name to be given.
=== === === ===No it is not the symbol of Baptism!
A symbol of baptism is water.
The Dove is the symbol of the Holy Spirit that is used in baptism.
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Not really. The dove is used as a symbol for the Holy Spirit which is very heavily involved in Baptism.
The shell is an ancient symbol of baptism and is often used during baptism to scoop the water from the baptismal font. The three drops of water represent the Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit into whom we are baptized.
The shell is principally a symbol of baptism since a shell is often used to pour water on the head.
It signifies being washed in Jesus.
a shell is concave and can hold water to baptise
It symbolises purification, cleansing, and as baptism is considered cleansing of 'original sin', its a powerful symbol for us to use.
Roman Catholic AnswerThere are several symbols for Catholic Baptism: water, oils, a shell, a white garment, a candle.
There are various views on Baptism in Universalism. Some say it not neccesary, some say it is just a symbol of faith.