Ancient Artifacts reveal that understandings of the original event from closeby centuries could also be right;
although closeness to the original source/events does not guarantee faithfullness.
Silver plate discovered in the Crimea, c.550, Hermitage, Leningrad
The cross in between 2 angels have no body on it. A correct understanding that the cross has become a symbol of the longsuffering faith. Christ is no more nailed to the cross.
The 3 larger symbols rhombus, circle and square on the cross could signify the trinity. A better understanding that the christian faith is about the 3 in 1 Godhead, and not a crucifying Christ nailed at the wrong place. Christ has already won.
Baptism of Christ or of a follower, a small figure, catacomb of Callixtus, Via Appia Antica, Rome, c.230
The small figure being baptised stood above the waves. he was not lifted into the water by the baptiser much bigger in size than himself.
Mosaic: Baptism of st. Paul, 1140-54, Cappella Palatina, Palermo
Baptism being conducted in a large round bowl/cistern, not large enough for immersion.
The mosaic depicts (at most) submersion.
Paul was not lifted into the water. He was not made immersed into the water. The ceremony took place when his head and chest was above water.
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