Birth and Baptism: Discourses of First Principles is a book authored by Ephraim Chamberlain Cummings and originally published in 1873. The book is a collection of discourses on the topic of birth and baptism, which were delivered by Cummings during his time as a pastor in the United States. The book begins by exploring the concept of birth and its significance in Christian theology. Cummings delves into the idea of spiritual rebirth and the role that baptism plays in this process. He discusses the various types of baptism, including immersion, sprinkling, and pouring, and provides his own interpretation of the meaning behind each method.Throughout the book, Cummings emphasizes the importance of baptism as a symbol of one's commitment to the Christian faith. He also addresses common questions and concerns related to baptism, such as whether or not it is necessary for salvation, and whether infants should be baptized.Overall, Birth and Baptism: Discourses of First Principles provides a comprehensive exploration of the topic of baptism from a Christian perspective. It is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this important sacrament.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.