Perplexing Scriptures Explained: 1 Corinthians 15:29

by Ángel Manuel Rodríguez

Publisher:

Biblical Research Institute of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists

, 2002

Overview

Seekers and veteran members alike are often discouraged and even derailed by difficulties in the Bible—Old Testament passages that appear to encourage violence, instructions on gender roles that seem antiquated or sexist, complicated end-time prophecies, and other such parts of Scriptures prove an interpretive challenge, even for longtime SDAs. Encountering such passages, they turn to pastors, lay elders, and Sabbath school teachers—who are expected to provide credible answers. In this resource, top SDA theologians at the Biblical Research Institute confront some of the most perplexing and commonly misunderstood passages in the Bible, offering helpful insights for understanding and teaching these difficult verses.

Contents

Top Highlights

“Vicarious Baptism: One of the most common interpretations is that Paul is referring to vicarious baptism; that is, someone being baptized for a person who died before being baptized (possibly a Christian, Paul does not say) to ensure salvation. According to this interpretation, Paul is not supporting or condemning the practice but simply using it to demonstrate the inconsistency of those who deny the resurrection of the dead and at the same time are being baptized or allowing people to be baptized for the dead.” (source)

Product Details

• Title: Perplexing Scriptures Explained: 1 Corinthians 15:29
• Author: Ángel Manuel Rodríguez
• Series: Perplexing Scriptures Explained
• Publisher: Biblical Research Institute of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
• Print Publication Date: 2002
• Logos Release Date: 2015
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subject: Bible. N.T. 1 Corinthians 15:29 › Criticism, interpretation, etc
• Resource ID: LLS:PRPLXNG1CRN1529
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2022-02-12T05:14:14Z

About Ángel Manuel Rodríguez

Ángel Manuel Rodríguez is part-time associate director of the Biblical Research Institute, having retired from leading that organization. Previously he was president of Antillian College and the academic vice president of Southwestern Adventist University. He earned his ThD in biblical theology from Andrews University. His special research interests include Old Testament, Sanctuary and Atonement, and Old Testament Theology. He has written several books, and authors a monthly column in Adventist World.