Should babies be baptized?
Matthew 28:19-20
19 Going therefore, teach ye all nations; baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. 20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and behold I am with you all days, even to the consummation of the world.
Mark 16:16
16 He that believeth and is baptized, shall be saved: but he that believeth not shall be condemned.
Acts 2:38-39
38 But Peter said to them: Do penance, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ, for the remission of your sins: and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. 39 For the promise is to you, and to your children, and to all that are far off, whomsoever the Lord our God shall call.
Catholic view (generated):
Yes, according to Catholic theology, babies should be baptized as it cleanses them of original sin, bestows upon them the grace of God, and incorporates them into the body of Christ. Baptism is seen as necessary for salvation and is an expression of God's love and mercy towards infants. It also marks the beginning of their journey in faith within the Christian community.