The Synod of Dordt (8): Baptism
This article examines the Synod of Dort's decisions on baptism across four practical matters: the baptism of children in the Dutch East Indies, the standardization of baptism forms, the recognition of non-Reformed baptisms, and related administrative concerns. Kuiper provides historical context and the synod's theological reasoning on each issue, offering insight into how the Reformed church addressed sacramental practice in the early 17th century.
"These stones shall be a memorial unto the children of Israel forever." -- Joshua 4:7c During its sessions the Synod treated four distinct matters relating to the administration of the sacrament of baptism. Baptism in the Dutch East Indies Synod met during the Dutch Golden Age. The Dutch had established a merchant colony in the East Indies. Dutch families who moved there had adopted or enslaved some of the native children. At session 18 (December 1, 1618), the delegates from North Holland...
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