This book provides a fascinating insight into one of the most important theological controversies of the 19th century. Focusing on the case of George Cornelius Gorham, a priest who was accused of holding heterodox views on baptism, the author offers a detailed and nuanced analysis of the arguments and evidence on both sides of the debate. Whether you're a theologian, historian, or simply interested in the history of religion, this book is an essential resource for understanding one of the most important theological controversies of the Victorian era. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.