The Didache

J. B. Lightfoot · Translated text

Did. 7

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But concerning baptism, thus shall ye baptize. Having first recited all these things, baptize in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit in living (running) water.

But if thou hast not living water, then baptize in other water; and if thou art not able in cold, then in warm.

But if thou hast neither, then pour water on the head thrice in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.

But before the baptism let him that baptizeth and him that is baptized fast, and any others also who are able; and thou shalt order him that is baptized to fast a day or two before.