The Meaning and Use of Baptizein

The meaning of the Greek word 'baptizein' has been so obscured, by the denominational controversies which have sprung up within the last two centuries, that nothing less than a complete historical exhibition of its use, both in pagan and Christian Greek literature, would suffice to place the matter in a clear light.
--from the Preface

T. J. Conant (1802-1891) is also the author of 'Greek Text of the Apocalypse,' a book of Hebrew grammar exercises, and commentaries on Mark and Luke. His career included teaching appointments at Waterville College, Hamilton Theological Institute, and Rochester Theological Seminary.