Assertion: baptism | /r/HasProperty | physical washing
Facets:
value: as in judaist
type: OTHER
value: against this background
type: OTHER
value: merely
type: DEGREE
Source sentences:
text: Against this background, baptism is no merely physical washing (as in Judaist, Essene, or pagan circles), but "the pledge of a good conscience towards God" and threatening civic authorities, ensuring innocent social conduct.