BAPTISM OF FIRE


Meaning of BAPTISM OF FIRE in English

Etymology: translation of Late Greek baptisma pyros

1. : a spiritual baptism by the gift of the Holy Spirit — often used in allusion to Acts 2:3-4; Mt 3:11 (RSV)

2. : an introductory or initial experience that is a severe ordeal ; specifically : a soldier's first exposure to enemy fire

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