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Jehovah’s Witnesses



Baptism; Baptize

Baptism; Baptize

The verb means “to immerse,” or dip under water. Jesus made baptism a requirement for his followers. The Scriptures also refer to John’s baptism, baptism with holy spirit, and baptism with fire, among others.Mt 3:11, 16; 28:19; Joh 3:23; 1Pe 3:21.