Baptize

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Religious SignificancePlay
Baptism is a sacred ritual and should be referred to respectfully within Christian context. SlideShe felt honored to have her son baptized in the same church her grandparents married.
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Not Just InfantsPlay
While babies are often baptized, adults can also undergo baptism, usually when converting to Christianity. SlideAfter studying various religions, Mark chose to be baptized as a Christian.
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Ceremony VariationsPlay
Different Christian denominations have distinct baptism practices; some immerse in water, others sprinkle. SlideThe pastor baptized her by immersion in the river, following their church's tradition.