In connection with Christian baptism, what is washed away?

Answer

"And now why tarriest thou? Arise, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins, calling on the name of the
Lord." Acts 22: 16. See Titus 3: 5; 1 Peter 3: 21.

How many are affected by Adam's transgression ?
Why does God manifest such mercy and long-suffering toward men?
Why did not Christ work many miracles in His own country ?
When did he say he saw the majesty of Christ, and heard the voice from heaven?
How comprehensive are these commandments?
When asked which commandments, what did Jesus say?
Why, under these plagues, does the Lord give men blood to drink?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle