baptism with the Holy Spirit

proper noun

The eschatological and Christ-mediated bestowal of the Holy Spirit upon persons or the Christian community, understood as effecting participation in the New Covenant people of God.

Meanings

proper nounthe baptism with the Holy Spirit

alternative baptism of the Holy Spirit · alternative baptism in the Holy Spirit · alternative Holy Spirit baptism

  1. ChristianityThe eschatological and Christ-mediated bestowal of the Holy Spirit upon persons or the Christian community, understood as effecting participation in the New Covenant people of God.
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APA

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