Sam Soleyn, in his teachings and writings, references the "elementary doctrines" based on the list provided in Hebrews 6:1-2. While the list I provided covers broad Christian doctrines foundational to the faith, the "elementary doctrines" Soleyn discusses are specifically mentioned in this passage of Hebrews and focus on foundational principles for new believers. > [!bible]+ [Hebrews 6:1-2 - NRSVCE](https://bolls.life/NRSVCE/58/6/) > 1. Therefore let us go on toward perfection, leaving behind the basic teaching about Christ, and not laying again the foundation: repentance from dead works and faith toward God, > 2. instruction about baptisms, laying on of hands, resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. %% #Hebrews6 %% These include: 1. **Repentance from dead works**: Turning away from actions and behaviors that do not bring life or honor God. 2. **Faith toward God**: Placing trust and belief in God, not just in His existence but in His character and promises. 3. **Instruction about washings (baptisms)**: Understanding both the symbolism and the significance of baptism as a public declaration of faith and identification with Christ’s death and resurrection. 4. **Laying on of hands**: A practice associated with blessing, commissioning, healing, and the impartation of the Holy Spirit. 5. **Resurrection of the dead**: The belief in a bodily resurrection, both of Jesus and of believers, as a cornerstone of Christian hope. 6. **Eternal judgment**: The final judgment by God of all people, leading to eternal life or eternal separation from God. Basic Christian doctrines are foundational beliefs that form the core of Christian faith across most denominations and traditions. While there may be some variation in emphasis or interpretation among different Christian groups, the following doctrines are widely regarded as central to Christianity: ### 1. **The Doctrine of the Trinity** - **Description**: The belief in one God who exists eternally in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Each person is fully God, sharing the same essence and divine nature, yet distinct in personhood. - **Scripture References**: Matthew 28:19, 2 Corinthians 13:14 ### 2. **The Doctrine of Jesus Christ (Christology)** - **Description**: Affirms Jesus Christ as fully God and fully human, the only Son of God, born of the Virgin Mary, who lived a sinless life, died on the cross for the sins of humanity, rose bodily from the dead, ascended into heaven, and will return in glory. - **Scripture References**: John 1:1-14, Philippians 2:5-11 ### 3. **The Doctrine of Salvation (Soteriology)** - **Description**: Salvation is by grace through faith in Jesus Christ. It includes repentance from sin, justification by faith, regeneration by the Holy Spirit, and sanctification. Salvation is a gift from God and cannot be earned through human efforts. - **Scripture References**: Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 10:9-10 ### 4. **The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology)** - **Description**: The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity who regenerates, indwells, guides, empowers, and gifts believers for personal growth and service to the body of Christ. - **Scripture References**: Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 ### 5. **The Doctrine of Scripture (Bibliology)** - **Description**: The Bible is the inspired, infallible Word of God, authoritative for all matters of faith and practice. It comprises the Old and New Testaments and is the revelation of God to humanity. - **Scripture References**: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21 ### 6. **The Doctrine of the Church (Ecclesiology)** - **Description**: The Church is the body of Christ on earth, composed of all true believers. It is universal and local, called to worship God, observe the ordinances (baptism and the Lord’s Supper), disciple believers, and evangelize the world. - **Scripture References**: Matthew 16:18, Ephesians 4:11-16 ### 7. **The Doctrine of Humanity (Anthropology)** - **Description**: Humans are created in the image of God, fallen into sin and thereby separated from God, yet loved by God and redeemable through Christ’s atoning sacrifice. - **Scripture References**: Genesis 1:26-27, Romans 3:23-24 ### 8. **The Doctrine of Sin (Hamartiology)** - **Description**: Sin is any thought, word, deed, or omission against the law of God. All humanity has inherited a sinful nature through the fall of Adam and Eve and is in need of salvation. - **Scripture References**: Romans 5:12, 1 John 1:8-10 ### 9. **The Doctrine of End Times (Eschatology)** - **Description**: The future return of Christ, the resurrection of the dead, the final judgment, and the eternal state of both the righteous and the unrighteous. Views on the specifics can vary among Christians. - **Scripture References**: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Revelation 20:11-15 These doctrines form the bedrock of Christian teaching and belief, guiding the faith and practice of believers around the world.