""A Brief History of the Baptists and Their Distinctive Principles and Practices Part One"" is a historical account of the Baptist denomination and its beliefs and practices. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part covering the period from the beginning of the Gospel to the rise of affusion as baptism and infant baptism from 28 A.D. to 250 A.D. The author, William Cecil Duncan, provides a detailed examination of the origins of the Baptist faith and the development of its unique principles and practices. The book explores the early history of the Christian church and the emergence of the Baptist movement as a distinct denomination. It also discusses the controversies surrounding baptism, including the debate over the mode of baptism and the practice of infant baptism. The author draws on a wide range of historical sources to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of the Baptist faith and its evolution over time. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the Baptist denomination in particular.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.