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Generally, in normal course BAPTISM is set during the age span of 16-21 years. There is a tradition called “RUMSCHPRINGEN” IN Aameesh population. It means RUNNING AROUND i.e. Movement in all directions. According to this tradition, a Youngman of the age of 16, till the time, his BAPTISM materializes, can mix up with American Society outside, in the interim period, and know, see and experience the American life himself. During this period, he himself can make choice and decide whether he wants to accept or not Aameesh way of living and Religious tradition thereof. In case he opts to accept outside America life instead of Aameesh way of life, he is free to do so. But, once he decides otherwise (i.e. not accepting. Aameesh way of life) he is deemed to have been outstaed from Aameesh society. But, if he willingly decides to adopt Aameesh way of life and Religious Tradition, in that case, his parents together with Priests jointly decide the date and time to adopt BAPTISM.
Before accepting and adopting BAPTISM, A Youngman or woman has to undergo Religious Training for a period preceding five months of acceptance/adoption. In course of their five months, Aameesh Priests explain to them intecracy of America Religion, Aameesh way of living and about BAPTISM at length. They also explain their importance.
Ultimately the day of Rituals for BAPTISM arises in the presence of Parents, relatives, neighbours and vast group of friends, Priests perform the ritual and get BAPTISM adopted by the person concerned. In course of procedure. A Youngman or woman solemnly swears in Three OATHS VIZ: (1) I shall be under the commands of GOD & CHURCH. (2) I shall remain faithful to Jesus Chbrist & his church
throughout my life. (3) I accept JESUS CHRIST as a SON OF GOD.
