A New Beginning: Tertullian, Cyril and Augustine on Baptism / The Wellsprings of Life Series

Baptism is the entry into Christian life. In the early Church it was often administered to adults, who were expected to follow a course of instruction before and after baptism. In this book two bishops, Cyril of Jerusalem and Augustine of Hippo use the rites of baptism to explain the beliefs and way of life of Christians. Tertullian, a layman and lawyer, deals with the controversies that surrounded baptism in his day.

Wellsprings of Faith is a selection from the writings by Christians from the earliest times. The choice of texts introduces the reader to a range of the most notable and beautiful literature of the Christian tradition, a literature which can help Christians to deepen their faith and life of prayer.