"Baptism is ransom, forgiveness of debts, death of sin, regeneration of the soul, a resplendent garment, an unbreakable seal, a chariot to heaven, a royal protector, a gift of adoption." St. Basil the Great For Reflection: How blest am I to have been baptized! Which parts of St. Basil's quote speak most profoundly to my soul? For which am I most grateful?