Ten sermons preached I. Ad clerum. 3. II. Ad magistratum. 3. III. Ad populum. 4. By Robert Saunderson Bachellor in Diuinitie, sometimes fellow of Lincolne Colledge in Oxford.

Sanderson, Robert, 1587-1663
Publisher: Printed by R Young for R Dawlman at the signe of the Bible in Fleet street neere the great Conduit
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1627
Approximate Era: CharlesI
TCP ID: A11454 ESTC ID: S116623 STC ID: 21705
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 THE FIRST SERMON. ROM. 14.3. Let not him that eateth, despise him that eateth not: and let not him that eateth not, iudge him that eateth. THE FIRST SERMON. ROM. 14.3. Let not him that Eateth, despise him that Eateth not: and let not him that Eateth not, judge him that Eateth. dt ord n1. np1. crd. vvb xx pno31 cst vvz, vvb pno31 cst vvz xx: cc vvb xx pno31 cst vvz xx, vvb pno31 cst vvz. (7) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 IT cannot be auoided, so long as there is or Weakenesse on earth, or Malice in hell, IT cannot be avoided, so long as there is or Weakness on earth, or Malice in hell, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, av av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz cc n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
2 but that scandals will arise, and differences will grow in the Church of God. but that scandals will arise, and differences will grow in the Church of God. cc-acp d n2 vmb vvi, cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 What through want of Iudgement in some, of Ingenuity in others, of Charity in almost all; What through want of Judgement in Some, of Ingenuity in Others, of Charity in almost all; q-crq p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn, pp-f n1 p-acp av av-d; (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 occasions (God knoweth) of offence are too soone both giuen and taken: occasions (God Knoweth) of offence Are too soon both given and taken: n2 (np1 vvz) pp-f n1 vbr av av av-d vvn cc vvn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 whilest men are apt to quarrell at trifles, and to maintaine differences euen about indifferent things. whilst men Are apt to quarrel At trifles, and to maintain differences even about indifferent things. cs n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cc pc-acp vvi n2 av p-acp j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 The Primitiue Romane Church was not a little afflicted with this disease: For the remedying whereof, S. Paul spendeth this whole Chapter. The Occasion, this: The Primitive Roman Church was not a little afflicted with this disease: For the remedying whereof, S. Paul spendeth this Whole Chapter. The Occasion, this: dt j jp n1 vbds xx dt j vvn p-acp d n1: c-acp dt vvg c-crq, n1 np1 vvz d j-jn n1. dt n1, d: (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
7 In Rome there liued in the Apostles times manie Iewes ; In Room there lived in the Apostles times many Iewes; p-acp vvi a-acp vvd p-acp dt n2 n2 d npg1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
8 of whom, as well as of the Gentiles, diuers were conuerted to the Christian Faith, by the preaching of the Gospel. of whom, as well as of the Gentiles, diverse were converted to the Christian Faith, by the preaching of the Gospel. pp-f ro-crq, c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt n2-j, j vbdr vvn p-acp dt njp n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
9 Now of these new Conuerts, some better instructed than others, as touching the cessation of legall Ceremonies, made no difference of Meats, or of Dayes, but vsed their lawfull Christian libertie in them both, Now of these new Converts, Some better instructed than Others, as touching the cessation of Legal Ceremonies, made no difference of Meats, or of Days, but used their lawful Christian liberty in them both, av pp-f d j vvz, d av-jc vvn cs n2-jn, c-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f j n2, vvd dx n1 pp-f n2, cc pp-f n2, p-acp vvd po32 j njp n1 p-acp pno32 d, (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
10 as things in their owne nature meerly indifferent: as things in their own nature merely indifferent: c-acp n2 p-acp po32 d n1 av-j j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
11 Whereas others, not so throughly catechized as they, still made difference for Conscience sake, both of Meats, accounting them Cleane or Vncleane ; Whereas Others, not so thoroughly Catechized as they, still made difference for Conscience sake, both of Meats, accounting them Clean or Unclean; cs n2-jn, xx av av-j vvn c-acp pns32, av vvn n1 p-acp n1 n1, d pp-f n2, vvg pno32 av-j cc j-u; (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
12 and of dayes, accounting them holy, or seruile, according as they stood vnder the Leuiticall Law. and of days, accounting them holy, or servile, according as they stood under the Levitical Law. cc pp-f n2, vvg pno32 j, cc j, vvg c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 These later, S. Paul calleth NONLATINALPHABET, weake in the Faith : those former then must by the law of Opposition, be Strong in the Faith. These later, S. Paul calls, weak in the Faith: those former then must by the law of Opposition, be Strong in the Faith. np1 jc, n1 np1 vvz, j p-acp dt n1: d j av vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbb j p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 It would haue become both the one sort, and the other, (notwithstanding they differed in their priuat iudgements, It would have become both the one sort, and the other, (notwithstanding they differed in their private Judgments, pn31 vmd vhi vvn d dt crd n1, cc dt n-jn, (c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp po32 j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
15 yet) to haue preserued the cōmon peace of the Church, and laboured the edification, not the ruine one of another: yet) to have preserved the Common peace of the Church, and laboured the edification, not the ruin one of Another: av) pc-acp vhi vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd dt n1, xx dt n1 crd pp-f n-jn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
16 the strong by affoording faithfull instruction to the consciences of the weak; and the weake, by allowing fauourable construction to the actions of the strong. the strong by affording faithful instruction to the Consciences of the weak; and the weak, by allowing favourable construction to the actions of the strong. dt j p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j; cc dt j, p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
17 But whilest either measured other by themselues; But whilst either measured other by themselves; p-acp cs d j-vvn n-jn p-acp px32; (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
18 neither one nor other did NONLATINALPHABET, as our Apostle elsewhere speaketh, Walke vprightly according to the truth of the Gospell. neither one nor other did, as our Apostle elsewhere speaks, Walk uprightly according to the truth of the Gospel. d crd ccx n-jn vdd, c-acp po12 n1 av vvz, vvb av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
19 Faults and offences there were on all hands. The Strong faultie, in Contemning the Weake; the Weake faultie in Condemning the Strong. Faults and offences there were on all hands. The Strong faulty, in Contemning the Weak; the Weak faulty in Condemning the Strong. n2 cc n2 a-acp vbdr p-acp d n2. dt j j, p-acp vvg dt j; dt j j p-acp vvg dt j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
20 The strong proudly scorned the weake, as silly and superstitious; for making scruple at some such things, as themselues firmely beleeued were lawfull. The strong proudly scorned the weak, as silly and superstitious; for making scruple At Some such things, as themselves firmly believed were lawful. dt j av-j vvd dt j, c-acp j cc j; c-acp vvg n1 p-acp d d n2, c-acp px32 av-j vvn vbdr j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
21 The weake rashly censured the strong, as prophane and irreligious; for aduenturing on some such things, as themselues deeply suspected were vnlawfull. The weak rashly censured the strong, as profane and irreligious; for adventuring on Some such things, as themselves deeply suspected were unlawful. dt j av-j vvn dt j, c-acp j cc j; c-acp vvg p-acp d d n2, c-acp px32 av-jn vvn vbdr j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
22 The blessed Apostle, desirous all things should be done in the Church in loue and vnto edification, aequa lance, and eodem charitatis moderamine, as Interpreters speake, taketh vpon him to arbitrate, The blessed Apostle, desirous all things should be done in the Church in love and unto edification, Equal lance, and Eodem charitatis moderamine, as Interpreters speak, Takes upon him to arbitrate, dt j-vvn n1, j d n2 vmd vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, fw-la n1, cc fw-la fw-la n1, p-acp n2 vvb, vvz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
23 and to mediate in the businesse: and to mediate in the business: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
24 and like a iust vmpire layeth his hand vpon both parties, vnpartially sheweth them their seuerall ouersights, and like a just umpire Layeth his hand upon both parties, unpartially shows them their several oversights, cc av-j dt j n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d n2, av-j vvz pno32 po32 j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
25 and beginneth to draw them to a faire and an honourable composition: as thus. The Strong, hee shall remit somewhat of his superciliousnesse, in dis-esteeming, and despising the Weake: and begins to draw them to a fair and an honourable composition: as thus. The Strong, he shall remit somewhat of his superciliousness, in disesteeming, and despising the Weak: cc vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j cc dt j n1: c-acp av. dt j, pns31 vmb vvi av pp-f po31 n1, p-acp j, cc vvg dt j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
26 and the Weake, hee shall abate somewhat of his edge and acrimonie, in iudging and condemning the Strong. and the Weak, he shall abate somewhat of his edge and acrimony, in judging and condemning the Strong. cc dt j, pns31 vmb vvi av pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
27 If the parties will stand to this order, it will prooue a blessed agreement: If the parties will stand to this order, it will prove a blessed agreement: cs dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb vvi dt j-vvn n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
28 for so shall brotherly loue be maintained, Scandals shall bee remoued, the Christian Church shall bee edified, for so shall brotherly love be maintained, Scandals shall be removed, the Christian Church shall be edified, c-acp av vmb av-j vvi vbi vvn, n2 vmb vbi vvn, dt njp n1 vmb vbi vvn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
29 and Gods name shall be glorified. This is the scope of my Text, and of the whole Chapter. and God's name shall be glorified. This is the scope of my Text, and of the Whole Chapter. cc ng1 n1 vmb vbi vvn. d vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc pp-f dt j-jn n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
30 In the three first Verses wherof, there is NONLATINALPHABET, NONLATINALPHABET, and NONLATINALPHABET. First, there is NONLATINALPHABET, in the first Verse; In the three First Verses whereof, there is,, and. First, there is, in the First Verse; p-acp dt crd ord n2 c-crq, pc-acp vbz,, cc. ord, pc-acp vbz, p-acp dt ord n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
31 the Proposall of a generall Doctrine as touching the vsage of weake ones: with whom the Church is so to deale, as that it neither giue offence to, the Proposal of a general Doctrine as touching the usage of weak ones: with whom the Church is so to deal, as that it neither give offence to, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f j pi2: p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz av pc-acp vvi, c-acp cst pn31 av-dx vvb n1 p-acp, (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
32 nor take offence at, the weakenesse of any. Him that is weake in the Faith receiue you, but not to doubtfull disputations. nor take offence At, the weakness of any. Him that is weak in the Faith receive you, but not to doubtful disputations. ccx vvi n1 p-acp, dt n1 pp-f d. pno31 d vbz j p-acp dt n1 vvb pn22, cc-acp xx p-acp j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
33 Next, there is NONLATINALPHABET, in the second Verse, a Declaration of the former generall proposall, by instancing in a particular case, touching the difference of Meates. Next, there is, in the second Verse, a Declaration of the former general proposal, by instancing in a particular case, touching the difference of Meats. ord, pc-acp vbz, p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
34 There is one man strong in the Faith; hee is infallibly resolued, there is no meate vncleane of it selfe, or (if receiued with thankefulnesse and sobrietie) vnlawfull: and because hee knoweth he standeth vpon a sure ground NONLATINALPHABET, hee is confident he may eate any thing, There is one man strong in the Faith; he is infallibly resolved, there is no meat unclean of it self, or (if received with thankfulness and sobriety) unlawful: and Because he Knoweth he Stands upon a sure ground, he is confident he may eat any thing, pc-acp vbz crd n1 j p-acp dt n1; pns31 vbz av-j vvn, pc-acp vbz dx n1 j pp-f pn31 n1, cc (cs vvn p-acp n1 cc n1) j-u: cc c-acp pns31 vvz pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vbz j pns31 vmb vvi d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
35 and he vseth his libertie accordingly, eating indifferently of all that is set before him, making no question for conscience sake, One man beleeueth he may eate all things. and he uses his liberty accordingly, eating indifferently of all that is Set before him, making no question for conscience sake, One man Believeth he may eat all things. cc pns31 vvz po31 n1 av-vvg, vvg av-j pp-f d cst vbz vvn p-acp pno31, vvg dx n1 p-acp n1 n1, crd n1 vvz pns31 vmb vvi d n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
36 There is another man Weake in the Faith ; hee standeth yet vnresolued and doubtfull, whether some kinds of Meates; There is Another man Weak in the Faith; he Stands yet unresolved and doubtful, whither Some Kinds of Meats; pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 j p-acp dt n1; pns31 vvz av j cc j, cs d n2 pp-f n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
37 as namely, those forbidden in the Law, be cleane; or he is rather carried with a strong suspition that they are vncleane: as namely, those forbidden in the Law, be clean; or he is rather carried with a strong suspicion that they Are unclean: c-acp av, d vvn p-acp dt n1, vbb j; cc pns31 vbz av-c vvn p-acp dt j n1 cst pns32 vbr j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
38 out of which timorousnesse of iudgement, hee chuseth to forbeare those meates, and contenteth himselfe with the fruites of the earth; out of which timorousness of judgement, he chooseth to forbear those Meats, and contents himself with the fruits of the earth; av pp-f r-crq n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi d n2, cc vvz px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
39 Another who is weake, eateth Hearbs. This is Species Facti ; this the Case. another who is weak, Eateth Herbs. This is Species Facti; this the Case. j-jn r-crq vbz j, vvz n2. d vbz np1 fw-la; d dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
40 Now the Question is, in this Case what is to bee done, for the auoidance of scandall, Now the Question is, in this Case what is to be done, for the avoidance of scandal, av dt vvb vbz, p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vdn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
41 and the maintenance of Christian Charitie? And this question my Text resolueth in this third Verse: and the maintenance of Christian Charity? And this question my Text resolveth in this third Verse: cc dt n1 pp-f njp n1? cc d n1 po11 n1 vvz p-acp d ord n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
42 wherein is contained NONLATINALPHABET, Saint Pauls iudgement; wherein is contained, Saint Paul's judgement; c-crq vbz vvn, n1 npg1 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
43 or his counsell rather, and aduice vpon the Case, Let not him that eateth, despise, &c. The remainder of the Verse, or his counsel rather, and Advice upon the Case, Let not him that Eateth, despise, etc. The remainder of the Verse, cc po31 n1 av-c, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb xx pno31 cst vvz, vvb, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
44 and of the Chapter being spent, in giuing reasons of the iudgement, in this and another like case, concerning the difference and obseruation of Dayes. and of the Chapter being spent, in giving Reasons of the judgement, in this and Another like case, Concerning the difference and observation of Days. cc pp-f dt n1 vbg vvn, p-acp vvg n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d cc j-jn j n1, vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
45 I haue made choyce to intreat at this time of Saint Pauls aduice; as vsefull for this place and auditorie, and the present assembly. I have made choice to entreat At this time of Saint Paul's Advice; as useful for this place and auditory, and the present assembly. pns11 vhb vvn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 npg1 n1; p-acp j c-acp d n1 cc j, cc dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
46 Which aduice, as the Parties and the Faults are, is also twofold. The Parties two: He that eateth, that is the Strong ; Which Advice, as the Parties and the Faults Are, is also twofold. The Parties two: He that Eateth, that is the Strong; r-crq n1, p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 vbr, vbz av j. dt n2 crd: pns31 cst vvz, cst vbz dt j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
47 and he that eateth not, that is the Weake. The Faults likewise two: The Strong mans fault, that's NONLATINALPHABET, despising of his brothers infirmitie; and he that Eateth not, that is the Weak. The Faults likewise two: The Strong men fault, that's, despising of his Brother's infirmity; cc pns31 cst vvz xx, cst vbz dt j. dt n2 av crd: dt j ng1 n1, d|vbz, vvg pp-f po31 ng1 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
48 and the Weake mans faults, that's NONLATINALPHABET, iudging of his brothers libertie. Proportionably, the parts of the aduice, accommodated to the Parties, and their Faults, are two. The one, for the Strong; and the Weak men Faults, that's, judging of his Brother's liberty. Proportionably, the parts of the Advice, accommodated to the Parties, and their Faults, Are two. The one, for the Strong; cc dt j ng1 n2, d|vbz, vvg pp-f po31 ng1 n1. av-j, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n2, cc po32 n2, vbr crd. dt pi, p-acp dt j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
49 that he despise not, Let not him that eateth, despise him that eateth not. that he despise not, Let not him that Eateth, despise him that Eateth not. cst pns31 vvb xx, vvb xx pno31 cst vvz, vvb pno31 cst vvz xx. (7) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
50 The other, for the Weake, that he iudge not, Let not him that eateth not, iudge him that eateth. The other, for the Weak, that he judge not, Let not him that Eateth not, judge him that Eateth. dt n-jn, p-acp dt j, cst pns31 vvb xx, vvb xx pno31 cst vvz xx, vvb pno31 cst vvz. (7) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
51 Of which when I shall haue spoken somewhat in their generall vse, I shall by Gods assistance proceede by way of application to enquire how farre the differences in our Church, Of which when I shall have spoken somewhat in their general use, I shall by God's assistance proceed by Way of application to inquire how Far the differences in our Church, pp-f r-crq c-crq pns11 vmb vhi vvn av p-acp po32 j n1, pns11 vmb p-acp ng1 n1 vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j dt n2 p-acp po12 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
52 for conforming, and not conforming, agree with the present case of eating, and not eating: and consequently how farre forth S. Pauls aduice in this case of eating and not eating, ought to rule vs in the cases of conforming, and not conforming in point of Ceremony. for conforming, and not conforming, agree with the present case of eating, and not eating: and consequently how Far forth S. Paul's Advice in this case of eating and not eating, ought to Rule us in the cases of conforming, and not conforming in point of Ceremony. c-acp vvg, cc xx vvg, vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg, cc xx vvg: cc av-j c-crq av-j av n1 npg1 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg cc xx vvg, vmd pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg, cc xx vvg p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
53 And first of the former rule or branch of the aduice, Let not him that eateth, despise him that eateth not. And First of the former Rule or branch of the Advice, Let not him that Eateth, despise him that Eateth not. cc ord pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb xx pno31 cst vvz, vvb pno31 cst vvz xx. (7) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
54 The termes, whereby the Parties are charactered, He that eateth, and He that eateth not, haue in the opening of the case beene alreadie so farre vnfolded, The terms, whereby the Parties Are charactered, He that Eateth, and He that Eateth not, have in the opening of the case been already so Far unfolded, dt n2, c-crq dt n2 vbr vvn, pns31 cst vvz, cc pns31 cst vvz xx, vhb p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbn av av av-j vvn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
55 as that I shall not need any more to remember you, that by him that eateth, must be vnderstood the strong in Faith, and by him that eateth not, the weake. And so reducing the words ab hypothesi ad Thesin, this part of the aduice [ Let not him that eateth, despise him that eateth not ] beareth sense as if the Apostle had said [ Let not the strong in faith despise the weake. as that I shall not need any more to Remember you, that by him that Eateth, must be understood the strong in Faith, and by him that Eateth not, the weak. And so reducing the words ab Hypothesis ad Thesin, this part of the Advice [ Let not him that Eateth, despise him that Eateth not ] bears sense as if the Apostle had said [ Let not the strong in faith despise the weak. c-acp cst pns11 vmb xx vvi d dc pc-acp vvi pn22, cst p-acp pno31 cst vvz, vmb vbi vvn dt j p-acp n1, cc p-acp pno31 cst vvz xx, dt j. cc av vvg dt n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, d n1 pp-f dt n1 [ vvb xx pno31 cst vvz, vvb pno31 cst vvz xx ] vvz n1 c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn [ vvb xx dt j p-acp n1 vvi dt j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
56 ] Weake ones are easily despised: Strong ones are prone to despise: and yet despising is both a grieuous sinne in the despiser, and a dangerous scandall to the despised. In all which respects, it was but needfull the holy Ghost should lesson vs, not to despise one anothers weakenesse. ] Weak ones Are Easily despised: Strong ones Are prove to despise: and yet despising is both a grievous sin in the despiser, and a dangerous scandal to the despised. In all which respects, it was but needful the holy Ghost should Lesson us, not to despise one another's weakness. ] j pi2 vbr av-j vvn: j pi2 vbr j p-acp vvb: cc av vvg vbz d dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt vvn. p-acp d r-crq vvz, pn31 vbds cc-acp j dt j n1 vmd n1 pno12, xx pc-acp vvi pi ng1-jn n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
57 Let not him that eateth, despise him that eateth not. Let not him that Eateth, despise him that Eateth not. vvb xx pno31 cst vvz, vvb pno31 cst vvz xx. (7) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
58 Weakenesse and Smalnesse, be it in what kinde soeuer, is the fittest obiect to prouoke contempt. As we trauell by the way, Weakness and Smallness, be it in what kind soever, is the Fittest Object to provoke contempt. As we travel by the Way, n1 cc n1, vbb pn31 p-acp r-crq n1 av, vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi n1. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
59 if a fierce Mastiffe set vpon vs, wee thinke it time to looke about, and to bestirre our selues for defence: if a fierce Mastiff Set upon us, we think it time to look about, and to Bestir our selves for defence: cs dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
60 but wee take no notice of the little Curres that barke at vs, but despise them. but we take no notice of the little Curs that bark At us, but despise them. cc-acp pns12 vvb dx n1 pp-f dt j n2 cst n1 p-acp pno12, cc-acp vvb pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
61 When Goliah saw little Dauid make towards him, 1. Sam. 17. the Text saith, Hee disdained him; for he was but a youth. When Goliath saw little David make towards him, 1. Sam. 17. the Text Says, He disdained him; for he was but a youth. c-crq np1 vvd j np1 vvb p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvd pno31; c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
62 And S. Paul charging Timothy so to behaue himselfe in the Church of God, as that none should despise his youth, implyeth, that youth is obuious to contempt, And S. Paul charging Timothy so to behave himself in the Church of God, as that none should despise his youth, Implies, that youth is obvious to contempt, cc np1 np1 vvg np1 av pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp cst pix vmd vvb po31 n1, vvz, cst n1 vbz j p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
63 and likely enough to be despised. and likely enough to be despised. cc j av-d pc-acp vbi vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
64 And though Wisedome be better than strength, yet Salomon tels vs, the poore mans wisdome is despised, And though Wisdom be better than strength, yet Solomon tells us, the poor men Wisdom is despised, cc cs n1 vbb jc cs n1, av np1 vvz pno12, dt j ng1 n1 vbz vvn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
65 and his wordes are not heard, Eccl. 9. I am small, and of no reputation, saith Dauid, Psal. 119. And our Sauiours Caueat in the Gospell is especially concerning little ones, as most open to contempt: and his words Are not herd, Ecclesiastes 9. I am small, and of no reputation, Says David, Psalm 119. And our Saviour's Caveat in the Gospel is especially Concerning little ones, as most open to contempt: cc po31 n2 vbr xx vvn, np1 crd pns11 vbm j, cc pp-f dx n1, vvz np1, np1 crd cc po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz av-j vvg j pi2, c-acp ds j p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
66 Take heed that yee despise not one of these little ones. Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones. vvb n1 cst pn22 vvb xx pi pp-f d j pi2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
67 But of all other, that weakenesse is most contemptible, which is seene in the faculties of the vnderstanding Soule: But of all other, that weakness is most contemptible, which is seen in the faculties of the understanding Soul: cc-acp pp-f d n-jn, cst n1 vbz av-ds j, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
68 when men are indeed weake in apprehension, weake in iudgement, weake in discretion ; or at least wise are thought so. when men Are indeed weak in apprehension, weak in judgement, weak in discretion; or At least wise Are Thought so. c-crq n2 vbr av j p-acp n1, j p-acp n1, j p-acp n1; cc p-acp ds j vbr vvn av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
69 Farre from any reall weakenesse this way, or anie other, was our blessed Lord and Sauiour Iesus Christ, In whom were hid all the treasures of wisedome and knowledge ; far from any real weakness this Way, or any other, was our blessed Lord and Saviour Iesus christ, In whom were hid all the treasures of Wisdom and knowledge; av-j p-acp d j n1 d n1, cc d n-jn, vbds po12 j-vvn n1 cc n1 np1 np1, p-acp ro-crq vbdr vvn d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
70 yet because vpon conference with him, hee seemed such vnto Herod, not answering anie of his questions, yet Because upon conference with him, he seemed such unto Herod, not answering any of his questions, av c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd d p-acp np1, xx vvg d pp-f po31 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
71 nor that expectation which the same of his miracles had raised of him in Herod ▪ Herod tooke him for some silly simple fellow, and accordingly vsed him: nor that expectation which the same of his Miracles had raised of him in Herod ▪ Herod took him for Some silly simple fellow, and accordingly used him: ccx d n1 r-crq dt d pp-f po31 n2 vhd vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp np1 ▪ np1 vvd pno31 p-acp d j j n1, cc av-vvg vvd pno31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
72 for hee set him at nought, and mocked him, and put him in a white coat, as he had beene some foole, and sent him back as he came, Luk. 23. And of this nature is the weaknesse my Text hath to doe withall: a weakenesse in iudgement; for he Set him At nought, and mocked him, and put him in a white coat, as he had been Some fool, and sent him back as he Come, Luk. 23. And of this nature is the weakness my Text hath to do withal: a weakness in judgement; c-acp pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp pix, cc vvd pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp pns31 vhd vbn d n1, cc vvd pno31 av c-acp pns31 vvd, np1 crd cc pp-f d n1 vbz dt n1 po11 n1 vhz pc-acp vdi av: dt n1 p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
73 or as it is vers. 1. a weakenesse in Faith. Where, by Faith, wee are not to vnderstand that iustifying Faith, whereby the heart of a true beleeuer layeth fast hold on the gracious promises of God, or as it is vers. 1. a weakness in Faith. Where, by Faith, we Are not to understand that justifying Faith, whereby the heart of a true believer Layeth fast hold on the gracious promises of God, cc c-acp pn31 vbz zz. crd dt n1 p-acp n1. c-crq, p-acp n1, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi d vvg n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz av-j vvb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
74 and the precious merits of Iesus Christ for the remission of sinnes: nor by weakenesse in Faith, that NONLATINALPHABET, wherewith the Apostles are sometimes charged; and the precious merits of Iesus christ for the remission of Sins: nor by weakness in Faith, that, wherewith the Apostles Are sometime charged; cc dt j n2 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: ccx p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cst, c-crq dt n2 vbr av vvd; (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
75 when the Faith of a true beleeuer is sore shaken with temptations of incredulitie and distrust. when the Faith of a true believer is soar shaken with temptations of incredulity and distrust. c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
76 But by Faith wee are to vnderstand an historicall Faith onely, which is nothing else but a firme and secure assent of the iudgement vnto doctrinall truths in matter of Faith or Life: But by Faith we Are to understand an historical Faith only, which is nothing Else but a firm and secure assent of the judgement unto doctrinal truths in matter of Faith or Life: p-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt j n1 av-j, r-crq vbz pix av cc-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
77 and by weakenesse in such faith, a doubtfulnesse and irresolution of iudgement concerning some diuine truths appertaining to the doctrine of Faith or Life; and by weakness in such faith, a doubtfulness and irresolution of judgement Concerning Some divine truths appertaining to the Doctrine of Faith or Life; cc p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvg d j-jn n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
78 and namely, concerning the iust extent of Christian libertie, and the indifferent or not indifferent nature or vse of some things. and namely, Concerning the just extent of Christian liberty, and the indifferent or not indifferent nature or use of Some things. cc av, vvg dt j n1 pp-f njp n1, cc dt j cc xx j n1 cc vvb pp-f d n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
79 Which weakenesse of iudgement in Faith, bewraying it selfe outwardly in a nice, and scrupulous, and timorous forbearance of some things, for feare they should bee vnlawfull; Which weakness of judgement in Faith, bewraying it self outwardly in a Nicaenae, and scrupulous, and timorous forbearance of Some things, for Fear they should be unlawful; r-crq n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vvg pn31 n1 av-j p-acp dt j, cc j, cc j n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp n1 pns32 vmd vbi j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
80 which yet in truth are not so, but indifferent: which yet in truth Are not so, but indifferent: r-crq av p-acp n1 vbr xx av, cc-acp j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
81 doth thereby expose the person in whom such weaknesse is, to the contempt and despisings of such as are of more confirmed and resolued iudgements, does thereby expose the person in whom such weakness is, to the contempt and despisings of such as Are of more confirmed and resolved Judgments, vdz av vvi dt n1 p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz, p-acp dt n1 cc n2-vvg pp-f d c-acp vbr pp-f dc vvn cc vvn n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
82 and are stronger in the Faith. and Are Stronger in the Faith. cc vbr jc p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
83 Weakenesse then is in it selfe contemptible, yet not more than Strength is contemptuous. Passiue contempt is the vnhappinesse of the weake ; Weakness then is in it self contemptible, yet not more than Strength is contemptuous. Passive contempt is the unhappiness of the weak; n1 av vbz p-acp pn31 n1 j, av xx av-dc cs n1 vbz j. j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
84 but Actiue the fault of the strong. They that finde truly, or but ouerweeningly conceit in themselues abilities, eyther of a higher nature, or in a greater measure than in other men, be it in any kinde whatsoeuer; but Active the fault of the strong. They that find truly, or but overweeningly conceit in themselves abilities, either of a higher nature, or in a greater measure than in other men, be it in any kind whatsoever; cc-acp j dt n1 pp-f dt j. pns32 d vvi av-j, cc p-acp av-vvg vvi p-acp px32 n2, d pp-f dt jc n1, cc p-acp dt jc n1 cs p-acp j-jn n2, vbb pn31 p-acp d n1 r-crq; (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
85 it is strange to see, with what scornefull state they can trample vpon their weaker and inferiour brethren, it is strange to see, with what scornful state they can trample upon their Weaker and inferior brothers, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq j n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 jc cc j-jn n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
86 and looke vpon them (if yet they will at all vouchsafe a looke) from aloft, as vpon things below them: and look upon them (if yet they will At all vouchsafe a look) from aloft, as upon things below them: cc vvi p-acp pno32 (cs av pns32 vmb p-acp d vvb dt n1) p-acp av, c-acp p-acp n2 p-acp pno32: (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
87 which is properly & literally to despise. For so much the verie wordes, NONLATINALPHABET among the Greekes, which is properly & literally to despise. For so much the very words, among the Greeks, r-crq vbz av-j cc av-j p-acp vvb. c-acp av av-d dt j n2, p-acp dt njp2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
88 and among the Latines Despicere doe import. and among the Latins Despicere do import. cc p-acp dt np1 fw-la vdb vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
89 The Pharisee, it is like, cast such a disdainefull look vpon the poore Publicane, when in contempt hee called him Iste Publicanus: sure I am, that Parable was spoken of purpose concerning such as trusted in their owne righteousnes, The Pharisee, it is like, cast such a disdainful look upon the poor Publican, when in contempt he called him Iste Publican: sure I am, that Parable was spoken of purpose Concerning such as trusted in their own righteousness, dt np1, pn31 vbz j, vvb d dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vvd pno31 fw-la np1: j pns11 vbm, cst n1 vbds vvn pp-f n1 vvg d c-acp vvn p-acp po32 d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
90 and despised others, Luk. 18. And they are euer the likeliest thus to despise others, that conceit something in themselues more than others. and despised Others, Luk. 18. And they Are ever the likeliest thus to despise Others, that conceit something in themselves more than Others. cc j-vvn n2-jn, np1 crd cc pns32 vbr av dt js av pc-acp vvi n2-jn, cst n1 pi p-acp px32 av-dc cs n2-jn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
91 Wealth, honour, strength, beautie, birth, friends, alliance, authority, power, wit, learning, eloquence, reputation, any trifle; Wealth, honour, strength, beauty, birth, Friends, alliance, Authority, power, wit, learning, eloquence, reputation, any trifle; n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n2, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
92 can leauen our thoughts, (partiall as they are towards our selues) and swell vs, can leaven our thoughts, (partial as they Are towards our selves) and swell us, vmb n1 po12 n2, (j c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp po12 n2) cc vvb pno12, (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
93 and heape vs vp aboue our brethren: and because we thinke we do ouer-top them; we thinke wee may ouer-looke them too, and despise them as vulgar and contemptible. Agar could despise Sarah ; the bond-seruant, the free woman; the maid, her mistresse: and heap us up above our brothers: and Because we think we do overtop them; we think we may overlook them too, and despise them as Vulgar and contemptible. Agar could despise Sarah; the Bondservant, the free woman; the maid, her mistress: cc vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp po12 n2: cc c-acp pns12 vvb pns12 vdb vvb pno32; pns12 vvb pns12 vmb vvi pno32 av, cc vvi pno32 p-acp j cc j. np1 vmd vvi np1; dt n1, dt j n1; dt n1, po31 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
94 only for a little fruitfulnes of the wombe beyond her; only for a little fruitfulness of the womb beyond her; av-j c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
95 because she saw that she had conceiued, and her Mistresse was barren, Genes. 16. All strength and eminencie then we see, be it in any little sorry thing, is apt to breed in men a despising of their weaker and meaner brethren: Because she saw that she had conceived, and her Mistress was barren, Genesis. 16. All strength and eminency then we see, be it in any little sorry thing, is apt to breed in men a despising of their Weaker and meaner brothers: c-acp pns31 vvd cst pns31 vhd vvn, cc po31 n1 vbds j, zz. crd av-d n1 cc n1 cs pns12 vvb, vbb pn31 p-acp d j j n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 dt vvg pp-f po32 jc cc jc n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
96 but none more, than this strength of knowledge and of faith, wherewith we now deale. It should bee quite otherwise: but none more, than this strength of knowledge and of faith, wherewith we now deal. It should be quite otherwise: cc-acp pix av-dc, cs d n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 av vvi. pn31 vmd vbi av av: (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
97 our knowledge should praeferre facem, hold the light before vs, and helpe vs for the better discouery of our ignorance; our knowledge should praeferre facem, hold the Light before us, and help us for the better discovery of our ignorance; po12 n1 vmd vvb fw-la, vvb dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f po12 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
98 and so dispose vs to humilitie, not pride. But pride and selfe-loue is congenitum Malum ; it is a close, and a pleasing, and an inseparable corruption: and so dispose us to humility, not pride. But pride and Self-love is congenitum Malum; it is a close, and a pleasing, and an inseparable corruption: cc av vvb pno12 p-acp n1, xx n1. p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz n1 fw-la; pn31 vbz dt j, cc dt j-vvg, cc dt j n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
99 which by slie and serpentine insinuations conueyeth it selfe, as into whatsoeuer else is good and eminent in vs, and poysoneth it; which by sly and serpentine insinuations conveyeth it self, as into whatsoever Else is good and eminent in us, and poisoneth it; r-crq p-acp j cc j n2 vvz pn31 n1, c-acp p-acp r-crq av vbz j cc j p-acp pno12, cc vvz pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
100 so especially into the endowments of the vnderstanding part. so especially into the endowments of the understanding part. av av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
101 Sharpnesse of wit, quicknesse of conceit, faithfulnesse of memory, facility of discourse, proprietie of elocution, concinnitie of gesture, depth of iudgement, varietie of knowledge in Arts and Languages, Sharpness of wit, quickness of conceit, faithfulness of memory, facility of discourse, propriety of elocution, concinnity of gesture, depth of judgement, variety of knowledge in Arts and Languages, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
102 and whateuer else of like kind; and whatever Else of like kind; cc r-crq av pp-f j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
103 are but as winde to fill the sailes of our pride, and to make vs swell aboue our brethren, in whom the like gifts are not, or not in like eminencie. Are but as wind to fill the sails of our pride, and to make us swell above our brothers, in whom the like Gifts Are not, or not in like eminency. vbr cc-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2, p-acp ro-crq dt j n2 vbr xx, cc xx p-acp j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
104 Scientia inflat, our Apostle might well say, Knowledge puffeth vp: And that it doth so readily and vnmeasurably, that vnlesse there be the greater measure both of humility to preuent, and of chari•y to vent it, it will in short time breed a dangerous spiritual tympany in the soule. Scientia inflat, our Apostle might well say, Knowledge Puffeth up: And that it does so readily and unmeasurably, that unless there be the greater measure both of humility to prevent, and of chari•y to vent it, it will in short time breed a dangerous spiritual tympany in the soul. fw-la fw-la, po12 n1 vmd av vvi, n1 vvz a-acp: cc cst pn31 vdz av av-j cc av-j, cst cs pc-acp vbi dt jc n1 d pp-f n1 p-acp vvi, cc pp-f av-j p-acp vvb pn31, pn31 vmb p-acp j n1 vvi dt j j n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
105 A disease, from which the strongest constitutions that haue beene, haue not been altogether so free, A disease, from which the Strongest constitutions that have been, have not been altogether so free, dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt js n2 cst vhb vbn, vhb xx vbn av av j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
106 but that they haue had, if not a spice of it, yet at least wise an inclination vnto it. but that they have had, if not a spice of it, yet At least wise an inclination unto it. cc-acp cst pns32 vhb vhn, cs xx dt n1 pp-f pn31, av p-acp ds j dt n1 p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
107 Euen this our blessed Apostle, who had so much humilitie, as to account himselfe of Apostles the least , but of sinners the chiefest ; Eve this our blessed Apostle, who had so much humility, as to account himself of Apostles the least, but of Sinners the chiefest; np1 d po12 j-vvn n1, r-crq vhd av d n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi px31 pp-f np1 dt ds, cc-acp pp-f n2 dt js-jn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
108 was in so great danger to be exalted aboue measure through the abundance of reuelations ; was in so great danger to be exalted above measure through the abundance of revelations; vbds p-acp av j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
109 that it was needfull he should haue a •har•e in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet him, that it was needful he should have a •har•e in the Flesh, the Messenger of Satan to buffet him, cst pn31 vbds j pns31 vmd vhi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
110 lest hee should be exalted aboue measure , 2. Cor. 12. No maruell then, if these new Conuerts, lest he should be exalted above measure, 2. Cor. 12. No marvel then, if these new Converts, cs pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1, crd np1 crd dx n1 av, cs d j vvz, (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
111 but lately called by God ou• of the darknes of their ignorance, into his marueilous great light ; but lately called by God ou• of the darkness of their ignorance, into his marvelous great Light; cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp np1 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp po31 j j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
112 and not hauing their vnderstandings well informed, and their iudgements throughly settled in the Doctrine and Vse, in the nature and extent of that Euangelicall libertie whereunto they were called: and not having their understandings well informed, and their Judgments thoroughly settled in the Doctrine and Use, in the nature and extent of that Evangelical liberty whereunto they were called: cc xx vhg po32 n2 av vvn, cc po32 n2 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc vvb, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d np1 n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 11
113 no maruell I say, if these, vpon so sensible a change, were more than a little distempered with this swelling aboue their brethren; no marvel I say, if these, upon so sensible a change, were more than a little distempered with this swelling above their brothers; dx n1 pns11 vvb, cs d, p-acp av j dt n1, vbdr av-dc cs dt j vvn p-acp d j-vvg p-acp po32 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 11
114 euen as far as to despise them. even as Far as to despise them. av c-acp av-j c-acp p-acp vvb pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 11
115 So hard is it, euen for the most exercised Christian, not to take knowledge of his owne knowledge: So hard is it, even for the most exercised Christian, not to take knowledge of his own knowledge: av av-j vbz pn31, av p-acp dt av-ds vvn njp, xx pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 d n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 11
116 or doing so not to despise and neglect the infirmities of his lesse-knowing brother. or doing so not to despise and neglect the infirmities of his less-knowing brother. cc vdg av xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 11
117 It was not then without good need, that Saint Paul should become a remembrancer to the strong in faith, not to despise the weake. And there is as good need, the very strongest of vs all should remember it, It was not then without good need, that Saint Paul should become a remembrancer to the strong in faith, not to despise the weak. And there is as good need, the very Strongest of us all should Remember it, pn31 vbds xx av p-acp j n1, cst n1 np1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j p-acp n1, xx pc-acp vvi dt j. cc pc-acp vbz a-acp j n1, dt j js pp-f pno12 d vmd vvi pn31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 11
118 and take heed of despising euen the very weakest. This despising being hurtfull both to the strong, and weake: to the strong, as a grieuous sinne ; and take heed of despising even the very Weakest. This despising being hurtful both to the strong, and weak: to the strong, as a grievous sin; cc vvb n1 pp-f vvg av dt j js. d vvg vbg j av-d p-acp dt j, cc j: p-acp dt j, p-acp dt j vvb; (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 11
119 and to the weake, as a grieuous scandall. Despising, first is a sinne in the strong. and to the weak, as a grievous scandal. Despising, First is a sin in the strong. cc p-acp dt j, p-acp dt j n1. vvg, ord vbz dt vvb p-acp dt j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 11
120 Admit thy weake brother were of so shallow vnderstanding and iudgement, that he might say in strictnes of truth, what Agur saith but in modestie, Admit thy weak brother were of so shallow understanding and judgement, that he might say in strictness of truth, what Agur Says but in modesty, vvb po21 j n1 vbdr pp-f av j n1 cc n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb vvz cc-acp p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
121 and that with an Hyperbole too, Prou. 30. that surely hee were more brutish than any man, and that with an Hyperbole too, Prou. 30. that surely he were more brutish than any man, cc cst p-acp dt n1 av, np1 crd cst av-j pns31 vbdr av-dc j cs d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
122 and that hee had not in him the vnderstanding of a man: and that he had not in him the understanding of a man: cc cst pns31 vhd xx p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
123 yet the communitie of nature, and the common condition of humanitie should bee sufficient to free him from thy contempt. yet the community of nature, and the Common condition of humanity should be sufficient to free him from thy contempt. av dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po21 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
124 His body was formed out of the same dust, his soule breathed into him by the same God, as thine were: His body was formed out of the same dust, his soul breathed into him by the same God, as thine were: po31 n1 vbds vvn av pp-f dt d n1, po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt d np1, c-acp po21 vbdr: (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
125 and hee is thy neighbour. Let his weaknesse then be what it can be; and he is thy neighbour. Let his weakness then be what it can be; cc pns31 vbz po21 n1. vvb po31 n1 av vbi r-crq pn31 vmb vbi; (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
126 euen for that relation of neighbourhood, as he is a man, it is sinne in thee to despise him, [ Hee that despiseth his Neighbour, sinneth, Prou: even for that Relation of neighbourhood, as he is a man, it is sin in thee to despise him, [ He that despises his Neighbour, Sinneth, Prou: av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, pn31 vbz n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi pno31, [ pns31 cst vvz po31 n1, vvz, zz: (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
127 14. ] But that's not all: He is not onely thy Neighbour, as a man ; but he is thy Brother too, as a Christian man. 14. ] But that's not all: He is not only thy Neighbour, as a man; but he is thy Brother too, as a Christian man. crd ] cc-acp d|vbz xx av-d: pns31 vbz xx av-j po21 n1, p-acp dt n1; cc-acp pns31 vbz po21 n1 av, c-acp dt njp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
128 He hath imbraced the Gospell, he beleeueth in the Sonne of God; hee is within the pale of the Church, as well as thou: He hath embraced the Gospel, he Believeth in the Son of God; he is within the pale of the Church, as well as thou: pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; pns31 vbz p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, c-acp av c-acp pns21: (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
129 though he be not so exquisitly seen in some higher mysteries, nor so thorowly 〈 ◊ 〉 in some other pointe, as-thou art. though he be not so exquisitely seen in Some higher Mysteres, nor so thoroughly 〈 ◊ 〉 in Some other point, as-thou art. cs pns31 vbb xx av av-j vvn p-acp d jc n2, ccx av av-j 〈 sy 〉 p-acp d j-jn n1, j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
130 If it haue pleased God to endow thee with a la•ger portion of knowledge, thou oughtest to consider, first ; If it have pleased God to endow thee with a la•ger portion of knowledge, thou Ought to Consider, First; cs pn31 vhb vvn np1 pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1, pns21 vmd2 pc-acp vvi, ord; (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
131 that thou art bound to bee so much them one thinkefull to him that gaue it; that thou art bound to be so much them one thinkefull to him that gave it; cst pns21 vb2r vvn pc-acp vbi av d pno32 crd j p-acp pno31 cst vvd pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
132 and then secondly, that it is expected, thou shouldest doe so much the more good within; and then secondly, that it is expected, thou Shouldst do so much the more good within; cc cs ord, cst pn31 vbz vvn, pns21 vmd2 vdi av av-d dt dc j p-acp; (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
133 and thirdly againe, that thou art charged with so much the deeper acc•u•t for it. and Thirdly again, that thou art charged with so much the Deeper acc•u•t for it. cc ord av, cst pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp av av-d dt jc-jn vvb p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
134 If the same God haue dealt these abilities with a more sparing hand to thy brother: If the same God have dealt these abilities with a more sparing hand to thy brother: cs dt d n1 vhb vvn d n2 p-acp dt av-dc j-vvg n1 p-acp po21 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
135 in despising his weakenesse, what other thing doest thou than euen despise the good Spirit of God, that bloweth, whe•e he listeth, and giueth to euery one as he lasteth? For though there be diuersities of gifts, (both for substance, and degree;) yet it is the same Spirit, 1. Cor. 12. And the contempt that is cast vpon the meanest Christian, reboundeth vpwards againe, in despising his weakness, what other thing dost thou than even despise the good Spirit of God, that blows, whe•e he lists, and gives to every one as he lasteth? For though there be diversities of Gifts, (both for substance, and degree;) yet it is the same Spirit, 1. Cor. 12. And the contempt that is cast upon the Meanest Christian, reboundeth upwards again, p-acp vvg po31 n1, r-crq j-jn n1 vd2 pns21 av av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz, av pns31 vvz, cc vvz p-acp d crd c-acp pns31 vvz? c-acp cs pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f n2, (av-d p-acp n1, cc n1;) av pn31 vbz dt d n1, crd np1 crd cc dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt j njp, vvz av-j av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
136 and in the last resolution reflecteth euen vpon GOD himselfe, and vpon his Christ. Hee that ••spiseth, despiseth not man but GOD; and in the last resolution reflecteth even upon GOD himself, and upon his christ. He that ••spiseth, despises not man but GOD; cc p-acp dt ord n1 vvz av-j p-acp np1 px31, cc p-acp po31 np1. pns31 cst vvz, vvz xx n1 p-acp np1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
137 who hath giuen vnto vs his holy Spirit? 1. Thessal. 4. And when ye• sinne so against the 〈 … 〉 and their weake consciences, yee sinne against Christ, 1 Cor. 8. who hath given unto us his holy Spirit? 1. Thessal. 4. And when ye• sin so against the 〈 … 〉 and their weak Consciences, ye sin against christ, 1 Cor. 8. r-crq vhz vvn p-acp pno12 po31 j n1? crd n1. crd cc c-crq n1 n1 av p-acp dt 〈 … 〉 cc po32 j n2, pn22 vvb p-acp np1, vvn np1 crd (7) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
138 Thus you see Despising is hurtfull to the despiser, as a sinne: it is hurt full also, Thus you see Despising is hurtful to the despiser, as a sin: it is hurt full also, av pn22 vvb vvg vbz j p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1: pn31 vbz vvn av-j av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
139 as a scandall, to the despised. And therefore our Sauiour in Math. 18. discoursing of not offending little ones ; as a scandal, to the despised. And Therefore our Saviour in Math. 18. discoursing of not offending little ones; c-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j-vvn. cc av po12 n1 p-acp np1 crd vvg pp-f xx vvg j pi2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
140 anon varieth the word, and speaketh of not despising them: as if despising were an especiall and principall kinde of offending, or scandalizing. anon varieth the word, and speaks of not despising them: as if despising were an especial and principal kind of offending, or scandalizing. av vvz dt n1, cc vvz pp-f xx vvg pno32: c-acp cs vvg vbdr dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f vvg, cc j-vvg. (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
141 And verily so it is, especially to the Weake. And verily so it is, especially to the Weak. cc av-j av pn31 vbz, av-j p-acp dt j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
142 Nothing is more grieuous to Nature, scarce death it selfe, than for a man to see himselfe despised. Nothing is more grievous to Nature, scarce death it self, than for a man to see himself despised. np1 vbz av-dc j p-acp n1, av-j n1 pn31 n1, cs p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
143 Ego illam anum irridere me vt sinam? Satius est mihi quouis exitio interire, could he say in the Comedy. Ego Illam anum irridere me vt sinam? Satius est mihi quouis Exitio interire, could he say in the Comedy. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-la? np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vmd pns31 vvi p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
144 It is a thing that pierceth farre, and sinketh deepe, and striketh cold, & lyeth heauie vpon the heart: It is a thing that pierces Far, and sinks deep, and striketh cold, & lies heavy upon the heart: pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz av-j, cc vvz j-jn, cc vvz j-jn, cc vvz j p-acp dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
145 flesh & bloud wil digest any thing with better patience. The great Philosopher, for this reason maketh Contempt the ground of all Discontent ; Flesh & blood will digest any thing with better patience. The great Philosopher, for this reason makes Contempt the ground of all Discontent; n1 cc n1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp jc n1. dt j n1, p-acp d n1 vvz n1 dt n1 pp-f d n-jn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
146 and sufficiently proueth it in the second of his Rhetoriques: there being neuer any thing taken offensiuely, but sub ratione contemptus ; and sufficiently Proves it in the second of his Rhetorics: there being never any thing taken offensively, but sub ratione Contemptus; cc av-j vvz pn31 p-acp dt ord pp-f po31 ng2: a-acp vbg av d n1 vvn av-j, cc-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la; (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
147 nothing prouoking to Anger, but what is either truely a contempt, or at leastwise so apprehended. nothing provoking to Anger, but what is either truly a contempt, or At leastwise so apprehended. pix vvg p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq vbz av-d av-j dt n1, cc p-acp av av vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
148 Wee all know how tenderly euery one of vs would take it, but to be neglected by others; we all know how tenderly every one of us would take it, but to be neglected by Others; pns12 d vvi c-crq av-j d crd pp-f pno12 vmd vvi pn31, cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
149 to haue no reckoning at all made of vs; to bee so reputed as if wee were not, or not worth the looking after NONLATINALPHABET, to have no reckoning At all made of us; to bee so reputed as if we were not, or not worth the looking After, pc-acp vhi dx n-vvg p-acp d vvd pp-f pno12; p-acp n1 av vvn c-acp cs pns12 vbdr xx, cc xx j dt vvg p-acp, (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
150 as the Ora•cle said to the Megarenses. And yet this is but the least degree of Contempt; a priuatiue contempt onely. as the Ora•cle said to the Megarenses. And yet this is but the least degree of Contempt; a privative contempt only. c-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp dt np2. cc av d vbz p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1; dt j n1 av-j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
151 How renderly then may wee thinke a weake Christian would take it; How renderly then may we think a weak Christian would take it; c-crq av-j av vmb pns12 vvi dt j njp vmd vvi pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
152 when to this priuatiue he should find added a Positiue contempt also? when hee should see his person, when to this privative he should find added a Positive contempt also? when he should see his person, c-crq p-acp d j pns31 vmd vvi vvn dt j n1 av? c-crq pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
153 and his weakenesse, not only not compassioned, but euen taunted, and flouted, and derided, and made a laughing stocke, and his weakness, not only not compassioned, but even taunted, and flouted, and derided, and made a laughing stock, cc po31 n1, xx j xx vvn, cc-acp av vvd, cc vvn, cc vvn, cc vvd dt j-vvg n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
154 and a iesting theame? when hee should see them striue to speake and doe such things in his sight and hearing, and a jesting theme? when he should see them strive to speak and do such things in his sighed and hearing, cc dt j-vvg n1? c-crq pns31 vmd vvi pno32 vvi pc-acp vvi cc vdb d n2 p-acp po31 n1 cc n-vvg, (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
155 as they know will be offensiue vnto him, of very purpose to vexe, and afflict, as they know will be offensive unto him, of very purpose to vex, and afflict, c-acp pns32 vvb vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
156 and grieue his tender soule? Certainly for a weake Christian newly converted to the Faith, to bee thus despised; and grieve his tender soul? Certainly for a weak Christian newly converted to the Faith, to be thus despised; cc vvi po31 j n1? av-j p-acp dt j np1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi av vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
157 it were enough, without Gods singular mercy and support, to make him repent his late conuersion, it were enough, without God's singular mercy and support, to make him Repent his late conversion, pn31 vbdr d, p-acp npg1 j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi po31 j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
158 and reuolt from the Faith, by fearefull and desperate Apostasie. and revolt from the Faith, by fearful and desperate Apostasy. cc vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp j cc j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
159 And hee that by such despising should thus offend, though but one of the least and weakest of those that beleeue in Christ: a thousand times better had it been for him, that he had neuer beene borne; And he that by such despising should thus offend, though but one of the least and Weakest of those that believe in christ: a thousand times better had it been for him, that he had never been born; cc pns31 cst p-acp d vvg vmd av vvb, cs p-acp crd pp-f dt ds cc js pp-f d cst vvb p-acp np1: dt crd n2 j vhd pn31 vbn p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vhd av-x vbn vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
160 yea, ten thousand times better that a Mill-stone had been hung about his necke, and hee cast into the bottome of the Sea; ere he had done it. yea, ten thousand times better that a Millstone had been hung about his neck, and he cast into the bottom of the Sea; ere he had done it. uh, crd crd n2 jc cst dt n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; c-acp pns31 vhd vdn pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
161 Despising is a grieuous Sinne, in the despiser, in the Strong: and despising is a grieuous scandall to the despised, to the Weake. Despising is a grievous Sin, in the despiser, in the Strong: and despising is a grievous scandal to the despised, to the Weak. vvg vbz dt j n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j: cc vvg vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt vvd, p-acp dt j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
162 Let not therefore the Strong despise the Weake; Let not him that eateth, despise him that eateth not. Let not Therefore the Strong despise the Weak; Let not him that Eateth, despise him that Eateth not. vvb xx av dt j vvi dt j; vvb xx pno31 cst vvz, vvb pno31 cst vvz xx. (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
163 And thus much for the former branch of Saint P•uls aduice: The other followeth, Let not him that eateth not, iudge him that eateth. Faults seldome goe single; And thus much for the former branch of Saint P•uls Advice: The other follows, Let not him that Eateth not, judge him that Eateth. Faults seldom go single; cc av av-d c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 n2 n1: dt n-jn vvz, vvb xx pno31 cst vvz xx, vvb pno31 cst vvz. n2 av vvb j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 14
164 but by couples at the least. Sinfull men doe with sinfull prouocations, as ball-players with the Ball. but by couples At the least. Sinful men do with sinful provocations, as ball-players with the Ball. cc-acp p-acp n2 p-acp dt ds. j n2 vdb p-acp j n2, c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 14
165 When the Ball is once vp, they labour to keepe it vp: When the Ball is once up, they labour to keep it up: c-crq dt n1 vbz a-acp a-acp, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp: (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
166 right so when an offence or prouocation is once giuen, it is tossed to and fro, the receiuer euer returning it pat vpon the giuer, right so when an offence or provocation is once given, it is tossed to and from, the receiver ever returning it pat upon the giver, av-jn av c-crq dt n1 cc n1 vbz a-acp vvn, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp cc av, dt n1 av vvg pn31 av p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
167 and that most times with aduantage; and that most times with advantage; cc cst ds n2 p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
168 and so betwixt them they make a shift to preserue a perpetuity of sinning, & of scandalizing one another. and so betwixt them they make a shift to preserve a perpetuity of sinning, & of scandalizing one Another. cc av p-acp pno32 pns32 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg, cc pp-f j-vvg pi j-jn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
169 It is hard to say who beginneth oftener, the Strong, or the Weake: but whether euer beginneth, he may be sure the other wil follow. It is hard to say who begins oftener, the Strong, or the Weak: but whither ever begins, he may be sure the other will follow. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq vvz av-c, dt j, cc dt j: cc-acp cs av vvz, pns31 vmb vbi av-j dt n-jn vmb vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
170 If this iudge, that will despise ; if that despise, this will iudge : either doth his endeuour to cry quittance with other; If this judge, that will despise; if that despise, this will judge: either does his endeavour to cry quittance with other; cs d vvi, cst vmb vvi; cs d vvb, d n1 vvi: d vdz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n-jn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
171 and thinketh himselfe not to bee at all in fault, because the other was first, or more. This Apostle willing to redresse faults in both; and Thinketh himself not to be At all in fault, Because the other was First, or more. This Apostle willing to redress Faults in both; cc vvz px31 xx pc-acp vbi p-acp d p-acp n1, c-acp dt n-jn vbds ord, cc av-dc. d n1 j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d; (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
172 beginneth first with the strong: & for very good reason. begins First with the strong: & for very good reason. vvz ord p-acp dt j: cc p-acp av j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
173 Not that his fault simply considered in it selfe is greater; (for I take it a certaine truth, that to Iudge one that is in the right, is a farre greater fault, considered absolutely without relation to the abilities of the persons; Not that his fault simply considered in it self is greater; (for I take it a certain truth, that to Judge one that is in the right, is a Far greater fault, considered absolutely without Relation to the abilities of the Persons; xx d po31 n1 av-j vvn p-acp pn31 n1 vbz jc; (c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 dt j n1, cst p-acp vvi pi cst vbz p-acp dt n-jn, vbz dt av-j jc n1, vvn av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
174 than to despise one that is in the wrong:) But because the strong through the abilitie of his iudgement, ought to yeeld so much to the infirmitie of his weake brother, who through the weaknes of his iudgement, is not so wel able to discern what is fit for him to do. than to despise one that is in the wrong:) But Because the strong through the ability of his judgement, ought to yield so much to the infirmity of his weak brother, who through the weakness of his judgement, is not so well able to discern what is fit for him to do. cs p-acp vvb pi cst vbz p-acp dt n-jn:) p-acp c-acp dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pi pc-acp vvi av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbz xx av av j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
175 What in most other contentions is expected, should be done in this: What in most other contentions is expected, should be done in this: q-crq p-acp av-ds j-jn n2 vbz vvn, vmd vbi vdn p-acp d: (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
176 not hee that is most in fault, but he that hath most wit, should giue ouer first. not he that is most in fault, but he that hath most wit, should give over First. xx pns31 cst vbz av-ds p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 cst vhz av-ds n1, vmd vvi p-acp ord. (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
177 Indeed in reason, the more faulty is rather bound to yeeld: Indeed in reason, the more faulty is rather bound to yield: np1 p-acp n1, dt av-dc j vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi: (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
178 but if hee will be vnreasonable, (as most times it falleth out,) and not doe it; but if he will be unreasonable, (as most times it falls out,) and not do it; cc-acp cs pns31 vmb vbi j, (c-acp ds n2 pn31 vvz av,) cc xx vdi pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
179 then in discretion, the more able should do it: then in discretion, the more able should do it: av p-acp n1, dt av-dc j vmd vdi pn31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
180 as Abraham in discretion yeelded the choise to his Nephew Lot vpon the contention of their Herdsmen, which in reason Lot should rather haue yeelded vnto him. as Abraham in discretion yielded the choice to his Nephew Lot upon the contention of their Herdsmen, which in reason Lot should rather have yielded unto him. c-acp np1 p-acp n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq p-acp n1 n1 vmd av-c vhi vvn p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
181 But where both are faulty, as it is not good to stand debating who began first; But where both Are faulty, as it is not good to stand debating who began First; p-acp c-crq d vbr j, c-acp pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi vvg r-crq vvd ord; (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
182 so it is not safe to straine courtesie who shall end, and mend first. In the case of my Text, both were faulty: so it is not safe to strain courtesy who shall end, and mend First. In the case of my Text, both were faulty: av pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi n1 r-crq vmb vvi, cc vvi ord. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, d vbdr j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
183 and therefore our Apostle would haue both mend. He hath school'd the Strong, and taught him his lesson, not to despise anothers infirmitie; and Therefore our Apostle would have both mend. He hath schooled the Strong, and taught him his Lesson, not to despise another's infirmity; cc av po12 n1 vmd vhi d vvi. pns31 vhz vvn dt j, cc vvd pno31 po31 n1, xx pc-acp vvi j-jn n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
184 Let not him that eateth, despise him that eateth not. Now the weake must take out his lesson too, not to iudge anothers liberty; Let not him that Eateth, despise him that Eateth not. Now the weak must take out his Lesson too, not to judge another's liberty; vvb xx pno31 cst vvz, vvb pno31 cst vvz xx. av dt j vmb vvi av po31 n1 av, xx pc-acp vvi j-jn n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
185 Let not him that eateth not, iudge him that eateth. I will not trouble you with other significations of the word; Let not him that Eateth not, judge him that Eateth. I will not trouble you with other significations of the word; vvb xx pno31 cst vvz xx, vvb pno31 cst vvz. pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
186 to Iudge, as it is here taken, is as much as to Condemne: and so the word NONLATINALPHABET is often taken in the worser sease for NONLATINALPHABET. to Judge, as it is Here taken, is as much as to Condemn: and so the word is often taken in the Worse seize for. pc-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn, vbz p-acp d c-acp p-acp vvb: cc av dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt av-jc vvi p-acp. (7) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 16
187 Tropically, by a Synecdoche generis, say Scholiasts: and they say true. Tropically, by a Synecdoche Generis, say Scholiasts: and they say true. av-j, p-acp dt n1 fw-la, vvb n2: cc pns32 vvb j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 16
188 But it is a Trope, for which both in this, and in diuers other words, wee are not so much beholden to good Arts, as to bad manners. Things that are good, of indifferent, we cōmonly turn to ill, by vsing them the worst way whence it groweth, that words of good or indifferent signification, in time degenerate so far, But it is a Trope, for which both in this, and in diverse other words, we Are not so much beholden to good Arts, as to bad manners. Things that Are good, of indifferent, we commonly turn to ill, by using them the worst Way whence it grows, that words of good or indifferent signification, in time degenerate so Far, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, p-acp r-crq d p-acp d, cc p-acp j j-jn n2, pns12 vbr xx av av-d vvi p-acp j n2, a-acp p-acp j n2. n2 cst vbr j, pp-f j, pns12 av-j vvb p-acp j-jn, p-acp vvg pno32 dt js n1 c-crq pn31 vvz, cst n2 pp-f j cc j n1, p-acp n1 j av av-j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 16
189 as to be commonly taken in the worst sense. But this by the way. as to be commonly taken in the worst sense. But this by the Way. c-acp pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt js n1. p-acp d p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 16
190 The fault of these weake ones in the case in hand, was, that measuring other mens actions and consciences, by the modell of their owne vnderstandings, in their priuate censures they rashly passed their iudgements vpon, The fault of these weak ones in the case in hand, was, that measuring other men's actions and Consciences, by the model of their own understandings, in their private censures they rashly passed their Judgments upon, dt n1 pp-f d j pi2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vbds, cst vvg n-jn ng2 n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, p-acp po32 j n2 pns32 av-j vvd po32 n2 p-acp, (7) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 17
191 and pronounced peremptorie sentence against such, as vsed their libertie in some things, concerning the lawfulnesse whereof themselues were not satisfied; and pronounced peremptory sentence against such, as used their liberty in Some things, Concerning the lawfulness whereof themselves were not satisfied; cc vvd j n1 p-acp d, c-acp vvn po32 n1 p-acp d n2, vvg dt n1 c-crq px32 vbr xx vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 17
192 as if they were loose Christians, carnall professors, nomine tenus Christiani, men that would not sticke to doe any thing, as if they were lose Christians, carnal professors, nomine tenus Christians, men that would not stick to do any thing, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j np1, j n2, fw-la fw-la np1, n2 cst vmd xx vvi pc-acp vdi d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 17
193 and such as made either none at all, or else verie little conscience of their actions. and such as made either none At all, or Else very little conscience of their actions. cc d c-acp vvd d pi p-acp d, cc av av j n1 pp-f po32 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 17
194 This practice my Text disalloweth, and forbiddeth: and the rule hence for vs is plaine and short, We must not iudge others. The Scriptures are expresse; This practice my Text disalloweth, and forbiddeth: and the Rule hence for us is plain and short, We must not judge Others. The Scriptures Are express; d n1 po11 n1 vvz, cc vvz: cc dt n1 av p-acp pno12 vbz j cc j, pns12 vmb xx vvi n2-jn. dt n2 vbr j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 17
195 Iudge not, that yee bee not iudged, Matth. 7. Iudge nothing before the time, &c. 1. Corinth. 4. Thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoeuer thou art that iudgest, Rom ▪ 2. And if thou iudgest, thou art not a doer of the Law, but a Iudge, Iam. 4. Judge not, that ye be not judged, Matthew 7. Judge nothing before the time, etc. 1. Corinth. 4. Thou art inexcusable, Oh man, whosoever thou art that Judges, Rom ▪ 2. And if thou Judges, thou art not a doer of the Law, but a Judge, Iam. 4. n1 xx, cst pn22 vbb xx vvn, np1 crd n1 pix p-acp dt n1, av crd np1. crd pns21 vb2r j, uh n1, r-crq pns21 vb2r cst vv2, np1 ▪ crd cc cs pns21 vv2, pns21 vb2r xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt n1, np1 crd (7) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 17
196 Not that it is unlawful to exercise ciuill iudgement, or to passe condemning sentence vpon p•rsons orderly and legally conuicted, for such •s haue calling & authority thereunto in Church 〈 … 〉 for this publique politique iudgement is commanded in the Word of God, Not that it is unlawful to exercise civil judgement, or to pass condemning sentence upon p•rsons orderly and legally convicted, for such •s have calling & Authority thereunto in Church 〈 … 〉 for this public politic judgement is commanded in the Word of God, xx d pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi j n1, cc pc-acp vvi vvg n1 p-acp n2 j cc av-j j-vvn, p-acp d n2 vhb n1 cc n1 av p-acp n1 〈 … 〉 c-acp d j j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 17
197 and reason sheweth it to bee of absolute necessitie for the preseruation of States and Commonwealthes. and reason shows it to be of absolute necessity for the preservation of States and Commonwealths. cc n1 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 17
198 Nor that it is vnlawfull secondly, to passe euen our priuate censures vpon the outward actions of men; Nor that it is unlawful secondly, to pass even our private censures upon the outward actions of men; ccx d pn31 vbz j ord, pc-acp vvi av po12 j n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
199 when the Law of God is directly transgressed, and the transgression apparant from the euidence either of the fact it selfe, when the Law of God is directly transgressed, and the Transgression apparent from the evidence either of the fact it self, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn, cc dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 d pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
200 or of some strong signes and presumptions of it. For it is stupiditie, and not charitie, to be credulous against sense. or of Some strong Signs and presumptions of it. For it is stupidity, and not charity, to be credulous against sense. cc pp-f d j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. p-acp pn31 vbz n1, cc xx n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
201 Charitie is ingenuous, and will beleeue any thing, though more than reason: but charitie must not be seruile, to beleeue any thing against reason: Charity is ingenuous, and will believe any thing, though more than reason: but charity must not be servile, to believe any thing against reason: n1 vbz j, cc vmb vvb d n1, a-acp av-dc cs n1: cc-acp n1 vmb xx vbi j, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
202 Shall any charitie binde mee to thinke the Crow is white, or the blacke Moore beautifull ▪ Nor yet thirdly that all sinister suspicions are vtterly vnlawfull, Shall any charity bind me to think the Crow is white, or the black More beautiful ▪ Nor yet Thirdly that all sinister suspicions Are utterly unlawful, vmb d n1 vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi dt vvb vbz j-jn, cc dt j-jn n1 j ▪ ccx av ord d d j n2 vbr av-j j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
203 euen there where there wanteth euidence either of fact, or of great signes: if our suspicions proceed not from any corrupt affections, even there where there Wants evidence either of fact, or of great Signs: if our suspicions proceed not from any corrupt affections, av a-acp c-crq pc-acp vvz n1 d pp-f n1, cc pp-f j n2: cs po12 n2 vvb xx p-acp d j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
204 but onely from a charitable ieal•usie of those ouer whom we haue especiall charg•, at in whom we haue speciall interest, in such sort as that it may conceiue vs to admonish, reproue, but only from a charitable ieal•usie of those over whom we have especial charg•, At in whom we have special Interest, in such sort as that it may conceive us to admonish, reprove, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt j j pp-f d p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb j n1, p-acp p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb j n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp cst pn31 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi, vvb, (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
205 or correct them when they doe amisse ▪ so was Iob suspicious of his sonnes, for sinning and cursing God in their hearts. or correct them when they do amiss ▪ so was Job suspicious of his Sons, for sinning and cursing God in their hearts. cc vvi pno32 c-crq pns32 vdb av ▪ av vbds np1 j pp-f po31 n2, p-acp vvg cc vvg np1 p-acp po32 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
206 But the iudgment 〈 ◊ 〉 & elsewhere condemned, is; But the judgement 〈 ◊ 〉 & elsewhere condemned, is; p-acp dt n1 〈 sy 〉 cc av vvn, vbz; (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
207 either first, when in our priuate thoughts •n speeches, vpon slender presumptions we rashly pronounce men as guilty of committing such or such sin•, without sufficient euidence either of 〈 ◊ 〉 or pr•g•ant signe that they haue committed him. either First, when in our private thoughts •n Speeches, upon slender presumptions we rashly pronounce men as guilty of committing such or such sin•, without sufficient evidence either of 〈 ◊ 〉 or pr•g•ant Signen that they have committed him. d ord, c-crq p-acp po12 j n2 j n2, p-acp j n2 pns12 av-j vvb n2 p-acp j pp-f vvg d cc d n1, p-acp j n1 av-d pp-f 〈 sy 〉 cc j-jn n1 cst pns32 vhb vvn pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
208 O• secondly, wher vpon some actions vndoubtedly sinfull, as blasphemy, adultery, periury, &c. we too seuerely censure the Persons either for the future, as Reprobates and Castawaies, and such as shall bee certainely damned; O• secondly, where upon Some actions undoubtedly sinful, as blasphemy, adultery, perjury, etc. we too severely censure the Persons either for the future, as Reprobates and Castaways, and such as shall be Certainly damned; np1 ord, c-crq p-acp d n2 av-j j, c-acp n1, n1, n1, av pns12 av av-j vvi dt n2 av-d p-acp dt j-jn, p-acp n2-jn cc n2, cc d c-acp vmb vbi av-j vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
209 or at leastwise for the present, as hypocrites, and vnsanctified and prophane, and such as are in the state of damnation: or At leastwise for the present, as Hypocrites, and unsanctified and profane, and such as Are in the state of damnation: cc p-acp av c-acp dt j, p-acp n2, cc j cc j, cc d c-acp vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
210 not considering into what fearefull sinnes it may please God to suffer, not onely his chosen ones before Calling, not considering into what fearful Sins it may please God to suffer, not only his chosen ones before Calling, xx vvg p-acp r-crq j n2 pn31 vmb vvi np1 pc-acp vvi, xx av-j po31 vvn pi2 p-acp vvg, (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
211 but euen his holy ones too after Calling, sometimes to fall; for ends most times vnknown to vs, but euer iust and gracious in him. but even his holy ones too After Calling, sometime to fallen; for ends most times unknown to us, but ever just and gracious in him. cc-acp av po31 j pi2 av p-acp vvg, av pc-acp vvi; p-acp n2 av-ds n2 j p-acp pno12, cc-acp av j cc j p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
212 Or thirdly, when for want either of charity or knowledge, (as in the present case of this Chapter) we interpret things for the worst to our brethren: Or Thirdly, when for want either of charity or knowledge, (as in the present case of this Chapter) we interpret things for the worst to our brothers: cc ord, c-crq p-acp n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1, (c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1) pns12 vvb n2 p-acp dt js p-acp po12 n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
213 and condemne them of sinne for such actions, as are not directly, and in themselues necessarily sinfull; and condemn them of sin for such actions, as Are not directly, and in themselves necessarily sinful; cc vvi pno32 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2, c-acp vbr xx av-j, cc p-acp px32 av-j j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
214 but may (with due circumstances) be performed with a good conscience, and without sin. but may (with due Circumstances) be performed with a good conscience, and without since. cc-acp vmb (p-acp j-jn n2) vbb vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
215 Now all iudging and condemning of our brethren in any of these kindes is sinfull and damnable; Now all judging and condemning of our brothers in any of these Kinds is sinful and damnable; av d vvg cc vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d pp-f d n2 vbz j cc j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
216 and that in very many respects: especially these foure; and that in very many respects: especially these foure; cc cst p-acp av d n2: av-j d crd; (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
217 which may serue as so many weighty reasons, why wee ought not to iudge one another. which may serve as so many weighty Reasons, why we ought not to judge one Another. r-crq vmb vvi c-acp av d j n2, c-crq pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi pi j-jn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
218 The vsurpation, the rashnesse, the vncharitablenesse, and the scandall of it. The usurpation, the rashness, the uncharitableness, and the scandal of it. dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
219 First, it is an Vsurpation. Hee that is of right to iudge, must haue calling and commission for it. First, it is an Usurpation. He that is of right to judge, must have calling and commission for it. ord, pn31 vbz dt n1. pns31 cst vbz pp-f j-jn pc-acp vvi, vmb vhi n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 19
220 Quis constituit te ? sharpely replyed vpon Moses, Exod. 2. Who made thee a Iudge ? and Quis constituit mee ? reasonably alleaged by our Sauiour, Luke 12. Who made me a Iudge ? Thou takest too much vpon thee then, thou sonne of man, whosoeuer thou art that iudgest: Quis Constituted te? sharply replied upon Moses, Exod 2. Who made thee a Judge? and Quis Constituted me? reasonably alleged by our Saviour, Lycia 12. Who made me a Judge? Thou Takest too much upon thee then, thou son of man, whosoever thou art that Judges: fw-la n1 fw-la? av-j vvd p-acp np1, np1 crd r-crq vvd pno21 dt n1? cc fw-la n1 pno11? av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1, av crd r-crq vvd pno11 dt n1? pns21 vv2 av av-d p-acp pno21 av, pns21 n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns21 vb2r cst vv2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
221 thus saucily to thrust thy selfe into Gods seate, and to inuade his Throne. Remember thy selfe wel, and learne to know thine owne ranke. thus saucily to thrust thy self into God's seat, and to invade his Throne. remember thy self well, and Learn to know thine own rank. av av-j pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, cc p-acp vvi po31 n1. np1 po21 n1 av, cc vvb pc-acp vvi po21 d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
222 Quis tu ? Who art thou that iudgest another? Iam. 4. or Who art thou that iudgest anothers seruant ? in the next following verse to my Text. As if the Apostle had said; Quis tu? Who art thou that Judges Another? Iam. 4. or Who art thou that Judges another's servant? in the next following verse to my Text. As if the Apostle had said; fw-la fw-la? q-crq vb2r pns21 cst vv2 j-jn? np1 crd cc q-crq vb2r pns21 cst vv2 j-jn n1? p-acp dt ord vvg n1 p-acp po11 np1 p-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
223 What art thou? or what hast, thou to doe to iudge him that standeth or falleth to his awne Master? Thou art his fellow-seruant, not his Lord. He hath another Lord, that can and will iudge him; What art thou? or what haste, thou to do to judge him that Stands or falls to his awn Master? Thou art his Fellow servant, not his Lord. He hath Another Lord, that can and will judge him; q-crq vb2r pns21? cc q-crq n1, pns21 p-acp vdi pc-acp vvi pno31 cst vvz cc vvz p-acp po31 d n1? pns21 vb2r po31 n1, xx po31 n1. pns31 vhz j-jn n1, cst vmb cc vmb vvi pno31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
224 who is thy Lord too, and can and will iudge thee: who is thy Lord too, and can and will judge thee: r-crq vbz po21 n1 av, cc vmb cc vmb vvi pno21: (7) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
225 for so he argueth anon at vers. 10 ▪ Why doest thou iudge thy brother ? We shall all stand before the Iudgement-seate of Christ. for so he argue anon At vers. 10 ▪ Why dost thou judge thy brother? We shall all stand before the Judgement-seat of christ. c-acp av pns31 vvz av p-acp zz. crd ▪ uh-crq vd2 pns21 vvi po21 n1? pns12 vmb d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
226 God hath reserued three Prerogatiues royall to himselfe; God hath reserved three Prerogatives royal to himself; np1 vhz vvn crd n2 j p-acp px31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
227 Vengeance, Glorie, and Iudgement. As it is not safe for vs then to encroach vpon Gods royalties in either of the other two; Vengeance, Glory, and Judgement. As it is not safe for us then to encroach upon God's royalties in either of the other two; n1, n1, cc n1. p-acp pn31 vbz xx j p-acp pno12 av pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp d pp-f dt j-jn crd; (7) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
228 Glorie, or Vengeance: so neither in this of Iudgement; Glory, or Vengeance: so neither in this of Judgement; n1, cc n1: av av-d p-acp d pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
229 Dominus iudicabit, The Lord himselfe will iudge his people, Heb. 10. It is flat vsurpation in vs to iudge: Dominus iudicabit, The Lord himself will judge his people, Hebrew 10. It is flat usurpation in us to judge: fw-la fw-la, dt n1 px31 vmb vvi po31 n1, np1 crd pn31 vbz j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi: (7) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
230 and therefore wee must not iudge. and Therefore we must not judge. cc av pns12 vmb xx vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
231 Secondly, it is rashnesse in vs. A Iudge must vnderstand the truth, both for matter of fact, and for point of Law ; Secondly, it is rashness in us A Judge must understand the truth, both for matter of fact, and for point of Law; ord, pn31 vbz n1 p-acp pno12 dt n1 vmb vvb dt n1, av-d p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 20
232 and he must be sure he is in the right for both, before he proceed to sentence: and he must be sure he is in the right for both, before he proceed to sentence: cc pns31 vmb vbi j pns31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn p-acp d, c-acp pns31 vvb p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 21
233 or else he will giue rash iudgement. or Else he will give rash judgement. cc av pns31 vmb vvi j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 21
234 How then dare any of vs vndertake to sit as Iudges vpon other mens consciences, wherewith wee are so little acquainted, that we are indeed but too much vnacquainted with our own? We are not able to search the depth of our owne wicked and deceitfull hearts; and to ransacke throughly the many secret windings and turnings therein: How then Dare any of us undertake to fit as Judges upon other men's Consciences, wherewith we Are so little acquainted, that we Are indeed but too much unacquainted with our own? We Are not able to search the depth of our own wicked and deceitful hearts; and to ransack thoroughly the many secret windings and turnings therein: uh-crq av vvb d pp-f pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi c-acp n2 p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, c-crq pns12 vbr av av-j vvn, cst pns12 vbr av p-acp av d j p-acp po12 d? pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 d j cc j n2; cc pc-acp vvi av-j dt d j-jn j-vvg cc n2-vvg av: (7) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 21
235 how much lesse then are we able to fadome the bottomes of other mens hearts, with any certaintie to pronounce of them either good or euill? Wee must then leaue the iudgement of other mens spirits, and hearts, and reines, to him that is the Father of spirits, and alone searcheth the hearts and reines: how much less then Are we able to fathom the bottoms of other men's hearts, with any certainty to pronounce of them either good or evil? we must then leave the judgement of other men's spirits, and hearts, and reins, to him that is the Father of spirits, and alone Searches the hearts and reins: c-crq av-d av-dc cs vbr pns12 j p-acp n1 dt n2 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32 d j cc j-jn? pns12 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2, cc n2, cc n2, p-acp pno31 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc j vvz dt n2 cc n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 21
236 before whose eyes all things are NONLATINALPHABET, as the word is most Emphaticall, Heb. 4. Wherefore our Apostles precept elsewhere is good to this purpose, 1. Cor. 4. Iudge nothing before the time, before whose eyes all things Are, as the word is most Emphatical, Hebrew 4. Wherefore our Apostles precept elsewhere is good to this purpose, 1. Cor. 4. Judge nothing before the time, p-acp rg-crq n2 d n2 vbr, c-acp dt n1 vbz av-ds j, np1 crd c-crq po12 n2 n1 av vbz j p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd n1 pix p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 21
237 vntill the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darknes, and will make manifest the counsels of the harts. until the Lord come, who both will bring to Light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the Counsels of the hearts. c-acp dt n1 vvb, r-crq d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, cc vmb vvi vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 21
238 Vnlesse we be able to bring these hidden things to light, and to make manifest these counsels; Unless we be able to bring these hidden things to Light, and to make manifest these Counsels; cs pns12 vbb j pc-acp vvi d j-vvn n2 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi vvi d n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 21
239 it is rashnes in vs to iudge: and therefore we must not iudge. Thirdly, this iudging is vncharitable. Charitie is not easily suspicious ; but vpon iust cause: it is rashness in us to judge: and Therefore we must not judge. Thirdly, this judging is uncharitable. Charity is not Easily suspicious; but upon just cause: pn31 vbz n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi: cc av pns12 vmb xx vvi. ord, d vvg vbz j. n1 vbz xx av-j j; cc-acp p-acp j n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 21
240 much lesse then censorious and peremptorie. much less then censorious and peremptory. av-d dc cs j cc j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
241 Indeede when we are to iudge of Things, it is wisedome to iudge of them secundum quod sunt, as neere as we can, to iudge of them iust as they are, without any sway or partiall inclination either to the right hand, or to the left. Indeed when we Are to judge of Things, it is Wisdom to judge of them secundum quod sunt, as near as we can, to judge of them just as they Are, without any sway or partial inclination either to the right hand, or to the left. av c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f n2, pn31 vbz n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32 fw-la fw-la fw-la, c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmb, pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32 j c-acp pns32 vbr, p-acp d n1 cc j n1 av-d p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp dt j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
242 But when wee are to iudge of Men, and their Actions ; it is not altogether so: But when we Are to judge of Men, and their Actions; it is not altogether so: p-acp c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f n2, cc po32 n2; pn31 vbz xx av av: (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
243 there the rule of Charity must take place, Dubia in meliorem partem sunt interpretanda. there the Rule of Charity must take place, Dubia in meliorem partem sunt interpretanda. a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi n1, np1 p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
244 Vnlesse we see manifest cause to the contrary, wee ought euer to interpret what is done by others, with as much fauour as may be. Unless we see manifest cause to the contrary, we ought ever to interpret what is done by Others, with as much favour as may be. cs pns12 vvb j n1 p-acp dt n-jn, pns12 vmd av pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz vdn p-acp n2-jn, p-acp c-acp d n1 c-acp vmb vbi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
245 To erre thus is better, than to hit right the other way; To err thus is better, than to hit right the other Way; p-acp vvi av vbz jc, cs pc-acp vvi j-jn dt j-jn n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
246 because this course is safe, and secureth vs, as from iniuring others, so from endangering our selues: Because this course is safe, and secureth us, as from injuring Others, so from endangering our selves: c-acp d n1 vbz j, cc vvz pno12, c-acp p-acp vvg n2-jn, av p-acp vvg po12 n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
247 whereas in iudging ill, though right, wee are still vniust NONLATINALPHABET, the euent onely, and not our choyce freeing vs from wrong iudgement. True Charitie is ingenuous ; whereas in judging ill, though right, we Are still unjust, the event only, and not our choice freeing us from wrong judgement. True Charity is ingenuous; cs p-acp vvg j-jn, cs j-jn, pns12 vbr av j, dt n1 av-j, cc xx po12 j vvg pno12 p-acp n-jn n1. j n1 vbz j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
248 it thinketh no euill, 1. Cor. 13. How farre then are they from charity, that are euer suspicions, and thinke nothing well? For vs, let it be our care to maintaine charity ; it Thinketh no evil, 1. Cor. 13. How Far then Are they from charity, that Are ever suspicions, and think nothing well? For us, let it be our care to maintain charity; pn31 vvz dx j-jn, crd np1 crd c-crq av-j av vbr pns32 p-acp n1, cst vbr av n2, cc vvb pix av? p-acp pno12, vvb pn31 vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
249 and to auoid, as far as humane frailty will giue leaue, euen sinister suspicions of our brethrens actions: and to avoid, as Far as humane frailty will give leave, even sinister suspicions of our Brothers' actions: cc pc-acp vvi, c-acp av-j c-acp j n1 vmb vvi n1, av-j j n2 pp-f po12 ng2 n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
250 or if through frailty we cannot that, yet let vs not from light suspicions fal into vncharitable censures: let vs at leastwise suspend our definitiue iudgement, and not determine too peremptorily against such, or if through frailty we cannot that, yet let us not from Light suspicions fall into uncharitable censures: let us At leastwise suspend our definitive judgement, and not determine too peremptorily against such, cc cs p-acp n1 pns12 vmbx d, av vvb pno12 xx p-acp j n2 vvi p-acp j n2: vvb pno12 p-acp av vvb po12 j n1, cc xx vvi av av-j p-acp d, (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
251 as doe not in euery respect iust as we do, or as we would haue them doe, as do not in every respect just as we do, or as we would have them doe, c-acp vdb xx p-acp d n1 j c-acp pns12 vdb, cc c-acp pns12 vmd vhi pno32 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
252 or as wee thinke they should doe. It is vncharitable for vs to iudge, and therefore we must not iudge. or as we think they should do. It is uncharitable for us to judge, and Therefore we must not judge. cc c-acp pns12 vvb pns32 vmd vdi. pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cc av pns12 vmb xx vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
253 Lastly, there is Scandall in iudging. Possibly he that is iudged, may haue that strength of faith and charity ; Lastly, there is Scandal in judging. Possibly he that is judged, may have that strength of faith and charity; ord, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp vvg. av-j pns31 cst vbz vvn, vmb vhi d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
254 that though rash vncharitable censures lie thicke in his way, he can lightly skip ouer all those stumbling blockes, and scape a fall. that though rash uncharitable censures lie thick in his Way, he can lightly skip over all those stumbling blocks, and escape a fallen. cst cs j j n2 vvb j p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d d j-vvg n2, cc vvi dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
255 Saint Paul had such a measure of strength; Saint Paul had such a measure of strength; n1 np1 vhd d dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
256 With me it is a very small thing, saith he, that I should be iudged of you, With me it is a very small thing, Says he, that I should be judged of you, p-acp pno11 pn31 vbz dt av j n1, vvz pns31, cst pns11 vmd vbi vvn pp-f pn22, (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
257 or of humane iudgement, 1 Cor. 4. If our iudging light vpon such an obiect, it is indeed no scandall to him: or of humane judgement, 1 Cor. 4. If our judging Light upon such an Object, it is indeed no scandal to him: cc pp-f j n1, vvn np1 crd cs po12 vvg n1 p-acp d dt n1, pn31 vbz av dx n1 p-acp pno31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
258 but that's no thankes to vs. Wee are to esteeme things by their natures, not euents: and therefore we giue a scandall, if we iudge; but that's no thanks to us we Are to esteem things by their nature's, not events: and Therefore we give a scandal, if we judge; cc-acp d|vbz dx n2 p-acp pno12 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n2, xx n2: cc av pns12 vvb dt n1, cs pns12 vvb; (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
259 notwithstanding he that is iudged take it not as a scandall. notwithstanding he that is judged take it not as a scandal. c-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn vvb pn31 xx p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
260 For, that iudging is in it selfe a scandall, is cleere from ver. 13. of this Chapter; For, that judging is in it self a scandal, is clear from ver. 13. of this Chapter; p-acp, cst vvg vbz p-acp pn31 n1 dt n1, vbz j p-acp fw-la. crd pp-f d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
261 Let vs not therefore, saith S. Paul, iudge one another any more, but iudge this rather, that no man put a stumbling blocke, Let us not Therefore, Says S. Paul, judge one Another any more, but judge this rather, that no man put a stumbling block, vvb pno12 xx av, vvz n1 np1, vvb pi j-jn d n1, cc-acp vvb d av-c, cst dx n1 vvi dt j-vvg n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
262 or an occasion to fall in his brothers way. or an occasion to fallen in his Brother's Way. cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 ng1 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
263 And thus wee see foure maine Reasons against this iudging of our brethren. 1. We haue no right to iudge; And thus we see foure main Reasons against this judging of our brothers. 1. We have no right to judge; cc av pns12 vvb crd j n2 p-acp d vvg pp-f po12 n2. crd pns12 vhb dx j-jn pc-acp vvi; (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
264 and so our iudging is vsurpation. 2. We may erre in our iudgements; and so our judging is usurpation. 2. We may err in our Judgments; cc av po12 vvg vbz n1. crd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
265 and so our iudging is rashnesse. 3. We take things the worst way when we iudge; and so our judging is rashness. 3. We take things the worst Way when we judge; cc av po12 vvg vbz n1. crd pns12 vvb n2 dt js n1 c-crq pns12 vvb; (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
266 and so our iudging is vncharitable. 4. Wee offer occasion of offence by our iudging; and so our judging is uncharitable. 4. we offer occasion of offence by our judging; cc av po12 vvg vbz j. crd pns12 vvb n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 vvg; (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
267 and so our iudging is scandalous. Let not him therefore that eateth not, iudge him that eateth. and so our judging is scandalous. Let not him Therefore that Eateth not, judge him that Eateth. cc av po12 vvg vbz j. vvb xx pno31 av cst vvz xx, vvb pno31 cst vvz. (7) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
268 And so I haue done with my Text in the generall vse of it: And so I have done with my Text in the general use of it: cc av pns11 vhb vdn p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 23
269 wherein we haue seene the two faults of despising, and of iudging our brethren layd open; wherein we have seen the two Faults of despising, and of judging our brothers laid open; c-crq pns12 vhb vvn dt crd n2 pp-f vvg, cc pp-f vvg po12 n2 vvd j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
270 and the vglinesse of both discouered. and the ugliness of both discovered. cc dt n1 pp-f d vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
271 I now descend to make such Application, as I promised, both of the case and rules ; I now descend to make such Application, as I promised, both of the case and rules; pns11 av vvi pc-acp vvi d n1, c-acp pns11 vvd, d pp-f dt n1 cc n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
272 vnto some differences, and to some offences giuen and taken in our Church in point of Ceremony. The Case ruled in my Text was of eating, and not eating: the Differences which some maintaine in our Church, are many in the particular; (as of kneeling, and not kneeling; wearing, and not wearing; crossing, and not crossing. &c.) but all these, unto Some differences, and to Some offences given and taken in our Church in point of Ceremony. The Case ruled in my Text was of eating, and not eating: the Differences which Some maintain in our Church, Are many in the particular; (as of kneeling, and not kneeling; wearing, and not wearing; crossing, and not crossing. etc.) but all these, p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 vvn p-acp po11 n1 vbds pp-f vvg, cc xx vvg: dt n2 r-crq d vvb p-acp po12 n1, vbr d p-acp dt j; (c-acp pp-f vvg, cc xx vvg; vvg, cc xx vvg; vvg, cc xx vvg. av) p-acp d d, (7) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
273 and most of the rest of them, may be comprehended in grosse vnder the tearmes of conforming, and not conforming. Let vs first compare the cases; and most of the rest of them, may be comprehended in gross under the terms of conforming, and not conforming. Let us First compare the cases; cc ds pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32, vmb vbi vvn p-acp j p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg, cc xx vvg. vvb pno12 ord vvi dt n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
274 that hauing found wherein they agree, or disagree, we may therby iudge how farre Saint Pauls aduice in my Text ought to rule vs, that having found wherein they agree, or disagree, we may thereby judge how Far Saint Paul's Advice in my Text ought to Rule us, cst vhg vvn c-crq pns32 vvb, cc vvi, pns12 vmb av vvi c-crq av-j n1 npg1 n1 p-acp po11 n1 vmd pc-acp vvi pno12, (7) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
275 for not despising, for not iudging one another. There are foure speciall things, wherin if we compare this our Case with the Apostles; for not despising, for not judging one Another. There Are foure special things, wherein if we compare this our Case with the Apostles; c-acp xx vvg, c-acp xx vvg crd j-jn. pc-acp vbr crd j n2, c-crq cs pns12 vvb d po12 n1 p-acp dt n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
276 in euery of the foure we shall find some agreement, and some disparity also: 1. The nature of the matter: 2. The abilities of the persons: 3. Their seuerall Practice about the things: in every of the foure we shall find Some agreement, and Some disparity also: 1. The nature of the matter: 2. The abilities of the Persons: 3. Their several Practice about the things: p-acp d pp-f dt crd pns12 vmb vvi d n1, cc d n1 av: crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1: crd dt n2 pp-f dt n2: crd po32 j vvi p-acp dt n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
277 and 4. Their mutuall carriage one towards another. And first, let vs consider how the two cases agree in each of these. and 4. Their mutual carriage one towards Another. And First, let us Consider how the two cases agree in each of these. cc crd po32 j n1 crd p-acp n-jn. cc ord, vvb pno12 vvi c-crq dt crd n2 vvb p-acp d pp-f d. (7) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
278 First, the matter whereabout the eater and the not-eater differed in the case of the Romanes, was in the nature of it indifferent: so it is betweene the conformer, and not-conformer in our Case. First, the matter whereabout the eater and the Not-eater differed in the case of the Romans, was in the nature of it indifferent: so it is between the conformer, and not-conformer in our Case. ord, dt n1 c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 j: av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc j p-acp po12 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
279 As there fish, and flesh, and hearbes were meerely indifferent; such as might be eaten, or not eaten without sinne: As there Fish, and Flesh, and herbs were merely indifferent; such as might be eaten, or not eaten without sin: p-acp a-acp n1, cc n1, cc n2 vbdr av-j j; d c-acp vmd vbi vvn, cc xx vvn p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
280 so here Cap, and Surplis, Crosse, and Ring, and the rest, are things meerely indifferent; so Here Cap, and Surplis, Cross, and Ring, and the rest, Are things merely indifferent; av av n1, cc fw-fr, n1, cc n1, cc dt n1, vbr n2 av-j j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
281 such as (in regard of their own nature) may be vsed or not vsed without sinne; such as (in regard of their own nature) may be used or not used without sin; d c-acp (p-acp n1 pp-f po32 d n1) vmb vbi vvn cc xx vvn p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
282 as being neither expresly commanded, nor expressely forbidden in the Word of God. Secondly, the persons agree. as being neither expressly commanded, nor expressly forbidden in the Word of God. Secondly, the Persons agree. c-acp vbg dx av-j vvn, ccx av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. ord, dt n2 vvb. (7) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
283 For as there, so here also; For as there, so Here also; p-acp p-acp a-acp, av av av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
284 some are strong in faith, some weake. There are many, whose iudgements are vpon certaine and infallible grounds assured and resolued, Some Are strong in faith, Some weak. There Are many, whose Judgments Are upon certain and infallible grounds assured and resolved, d vbr j p-acp n1, d j. pc-acp vbr d, rg-crq n2 vbr p-acp j cc j n2 vvn cc vvn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
285 and that certitudine Fidei, that Cappe, and Surplis, and Crosse, and the rest, are things lawfull, and that Certitude Fidei, that Cap, and Surplis, and Cross, and the rest, Are things lawful, cc d vvb fw-la, cst n1, cc fw-fr, cc j, cc dt n1, vbr n2 j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
286 and such as may be vsed with a good Conscience. and such as may be used with a good Conscience. cc d c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
287 There are some others againe, who through ignorance, or custome, or preiudice, or otherwise weakened in their iudgements; There Are Some Others again, who through ignorance, or custom, or prejudice, or otherwise weakened in their Judgments; pc-acp vbr d n2-jn av, r-crq p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc av vvn p-acp po32 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
288 cannot (or will not) be perswaded, that these things are altogether free from superstition and Idolatrie: cannot (or will not) be persuaded, that these things Are altogether free from Superstition and Idolatry: vmbx (cc vmb xx) vbi vvn, cst d n2 vbr av j p-acp n1 cc n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
289 nor consequently, the vse of them from sinne. Thirdly, the practice of the persons are much alike. nor consequently, the use of them from sin. Thirdly, the practice of the Persons Are much alike. ccx av-j, dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp n1. ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbr av-d av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
290 As there, the strong did vse his liberty according to the assurance of his knowledge (NONLATINALPHABET) and did eate freely without scruple; As there, the strong did use his liberty according to the assurance of his knowledge () and did eat freely without scruple; p-acp a-acp, dt j vdd vvi po31 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 () cc vdd vvi av-j p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 25
291 and the weake did forbeare to eate, because of his doubting and irresolution: and the weak did forbear to eat, Because of his doubting and irresolution: cc dt j vdd vvi pc-acp vvi, c-acp pp-f po31 n-vvg cc n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 25
292 So here, most of vs in assured confidence that we may weare, and crosse, and kneele, and vse the other Ceremonies and Customes of our Church, doe willingly, So Here, most of us in assured confidence that we may wear, and cross, and kneel, and use the other Ceremonies and Customs of our Church, do willingly, av av, ds pp-f pno12 p-acp j-vvn n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi, cc j, cc vvi, cc vvi dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1, vdb av-j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 25
293 and ex animo conforme our selues thereunto; and ex animo conform our selves thereunto; cc fw-la fw-la vvi po12 n2 av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 25
294 yet some there are, who out of I know not what nicenesse and scrupulositie make dainty of them, yet Some there Are, who out of I know not what niceness and scrupulosity make dainty of them, av d a-acp vbr, r-crq av a-acp pns11 vvb xx r-crq n1 cc n1 vvb j pp-f pno32, (7) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 25
295 and either vtterly refuse conformitie, or at leastwise desire respite, till they can better informe themselues. and either utterly refuse conformity, or At leastwise desire respite, till they can better inform themselves. cc d av-j vvi n1, cc p-acp av vvi n1, c-acp pns32 vmb av-jc vvi px32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
296 Lastly, there is some correspondence also in the faulty carriage of the parties one towards another. Lastly, there is Some correspondence also in the faulty carriage of the parties one towards Another. ord, pc-acp vbz d n1 av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pi p-acp n-jn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 26
297 For as there the Eater despised the Not-eater ; For as there the Eater despised the Not-eater; p-acp p-acp a-acp dt n1 vvn dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 26
298 and the Not-eater iudged the Eater: so here, it cannot be denied, but that some Conformers (although I hope farre the lesser, I am sure farre the worser sort,) doe despise and scandalize the non-Conformers more than they haue reason to do, and the Not-eater judged the Eater: so Here, it cannot be denied, but that Some Conformers (although I hope Far the lesser, I am sure Far the Worse sort,) do despise and scandalise the non-Conformers more than they have reason to do, cc dt n1 vvd dt n1: av av, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp cst d n2 (cs pns11 vvb av-j dt jc, pns11 vbm j av-j dt jc n1,) vdb vvi cc vvi dt j av-dc cs pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vdi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 26
299 or any discreet honest man will allow. But is it not most certaine also, that the non-Conformers (but too generally, yea, or any discreet honest man will allow. But is it not most certain also, that the non-Conformers (but too generally, yea, cc d j j n1 vmb vvi. cc-acp vbz pn31 xx av-ds j av, cst dt j (p-acp av av-j, uh, (7) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 26
300 and the better sort of them too, but too often and much) do passe their censures with marueilous great freedome; and the better sort of them too, but too often and much) do pass their censures with marvelous great freedom; cc dt jc n1 pp-f pno32 av, cc-acp av av cc d) vdb vvi po32 n2 p-acp j j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 26
301 and spend their iudgements liberally vpon, and against the Conformers ? Hitherto the Cases seeme to agree. and spend their Judgments liberally upon, and against the Conformers? Hitherto the Cases seem to agree. cc vvb po32 n2 av-j p-acp, cc p-acp dt n2? av dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 26
302 One would thinke, mutatis mutandis, the Apostles rule would as wel fit our Church and Case, as the Romane ; One would think, mutatis mutandis, the Apostles Rule would as well fit our Church and Case, as the Roman; pi vmd vvi, fw-la vvz, dt n2 n1 vmd a-acp av vvi po12 n1 cc n1, c-acp dt jp; (7) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 26
303 and should as well free the non-Conformers from our Contempt, as vs from their Censures. Let not him that conformeth, despise him that conformeth not: and should as well free the non-Conformers from our Contempt, as us from their Censures. Let not him that conformeth, despise him that conformeth not: cc vmd p-acp av j dt j p-acp po12 n1, p-acp pno12 p-acp po32 n2. vvb xx pno31 cst vvz, vvb pno31 d vvz xx: (7) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 26
304 and let not him that conformeth not, iudge him that conformeth. and let not him that conformeth not, judge him that conformeth. cc vvb xx pno31 cst vvz xx, vvb pno31 d vvz. (7) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 26
305 But if you will please to take a second suruiew of the foure seuerall particulars, wherein the Cases seemed to agree; But if you will please to take a second surview of the foure several particulars, wherein the Cases seemed to agree; cc-acp cs pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f dt crd j n2-j, c-crq dt n2 vvd pc-acp vvi; (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
306 you shall find very much disparitie and disproportion betwixt the two Cases in each of the foure respects. you shall find very much disparity and disproportion betwixt the two Cases in each of the foure respects. pn22 vmb vvi av d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt crd n2 p-acp d pp-f dt crd n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
307 In the case of my Text, the matter of difference among them, was not only in different in the nature of it; In the case of my Text, the matter of difference among them, was not only in different in the nature of it; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, vbds xx av-j p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
308 but it was also left as indifferent for the vse: the Church (perhaps) not hauing determined any thing positiuely therein; but it was also left as indifferent for the use: the Church (perhaps) not having determined any thing positively therein; cc-acp pn31 vbds av vvn p-acp j c-acp dt n1: dt n1 (av) xx vhg vvn d n1 av-j av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
309 at least no publike authoritie hauing either enioyned, or forbidden, the vse of such or such meates. At lest no public Authority having either enjoined, or forbidden, the use of such or such Meats. p-acp cs dx j n1 vhg d vvn, cc vvn, dt n1 pp-f d cc d n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
310 But in the Case of our Church it is far otherwise. But in the Case of our Church it is Far otherwise. p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 pn31 vbz av-j av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
311 Cappe, Surplis, Crosse, Ring, and other Ceremonies, which are the Matter of our differences, though they be things indifferent for their nature, and in themselues: yet are not so for their vse, and vnto vs. If the Church had been silent, Cape, Surplis, Cross, Ring, and other Ceremonies, which Are the Matter of our differences, though they be things indifferent for their nature, and in themselves: yet Are not so for their use, and unto us If the Church had been silent, np1, fw-fr, n1, n1, cc j-jn n2, r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cs pns32 vbb n2 j p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp px32: av vbr xx av p-acp po32 vvi, cc p-acp pno12 cs dt n1 vhd vbn j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
312 if Authoritie had prescribed nothing herein; these Ceremonies had then remained for their vse, as they are for their nature, indifferent: if authority had prescribed nothing herein; these Ceremonies had then remained for their use, as they Are for their nature, indifferent: cs n1 vhd vvn pix av; d n2 vhd av vvn p-acp po32 vvi, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp po32 n1, j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
313 Lawfull, and such as might bee vsed without sinne; and yet Arbitrary, and such as might bee also forborne without sinne. Lawful, and such as might be used without sin; and yet Arbitrary, and such as might be also forborn without sin. j, cc d c-acp vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1; cc av j-jn, cc d c-acp vmd vbi av vvn p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
314 But men must grant (though they be vnwilling, if yet they will bee reasonable) that euery particular Church hath power, But men must grant (though they be unwilling, if yet they will be reasonable) that every particular Church hath power, p-acp n2 vmb vvi (c-acp pns32 vbb j, cs av pns32 vmb vbi j) cst d j n1 vhz n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
315 for decencie and orders sake, to ordaine and constitute Ceremonies. for decency and order sake, to ordain and constitute Ceremonies. c-acp n1 cc n2 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
316 Which being once ordained, and by publike authoritie enioyned, cease to bee indifferent for their vse, though they remaine still so for their nature: and of indifferent become so necessary, that neither may a man without sinne refuse them, where Authoritie requireth; Which being once ordained, and by public Authority enjoined, cease to be indifferent for their use, though they remain still so for their nature: and of indifferent become so necessary, that neither may a man without sin refuse them, where authority requires; r-crq vbg a-acp vvn, cc p-acp j n1 vvn, vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 vvi, cs pns32 vvb av av p-acp po32 n1: cc pp-f j vvb av j, cst dx vmb dt n1 p-acp n1 vvb pno32, c-crq n1 vvz; (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
317 nor vse them, where Authoritie restraineth the vse. Neither is this accession of Necessitie, any impeachment to Christian Liberty ; nor use them, where authority restraineth the use. Neither is this accession of Necessity, any impeachment to Christian Liberty; ccx vvb pno32, c-crq n1 vvz dt n1. d vbz d n1 pp-f n1, d n1 p-acp njp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
318 or insnaring of mens consciences: as some haue obiected. or ensnaring of men's Consciences: as Some have objected. cc j-vvg pp-f ng2 n2: p-acp d vhb vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 27
319 For then do we ensnare mens consciences by humane Constitutions, when we thrust them vpon men as if they were diuine ; For then do we ensnare men's Consciences by humane Constitutions, when we thrust them upon men as if they were divine; p-acp av vdb pns12 vvi ng2 n2 p-acp j n2, c-crq pns12 vvd pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp cs pns32 vbdr j-jn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
320 and bind mens consciences to them immediately, as if they were immediate parts of Gods worship, and bind men's Consciences to them immediately, as if they were immediate parts of God's worship, cc vvb ng2 n2 p-acp pno32 av-j, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
321 or of absolute necessitie vnto saluation. or of absolute necessity unto salvation. cc pp-f j n1 p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
322 This Tyrannie and Vsurpation ouer mens Consciences, the Pharisees of old did, and the Church of Rome at this day doth exercise, This Tyranny and Usurpation over men's Consciences, the Pharisees of old did, and the Church of Rome At this day does exercise, d n1 cc n1 p-acp ng2 n2, dt np1 pp-f j vdd, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vdz vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
323 and wee iustly hate it in her: equalling, if not preferring her Constitutions to the Lawes of God. and we justly hate it in her: equalling, if not preferring her Constitutions to the Laws of God. cc pns12 av-j vvb pn31 p-acp pno31: vvg, cs xx vvg po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
324 But our Church (God bee thanked) is farre from any such impious presumption: But our Church (God be thanked) is Far from any such impious presumption: p-acp po12 n1 (np1 vbb vvn) vbz av-j p-acp d d j n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
325 and hath sufficiently declared her selfe by solemne protestation, enough to satisfie any ingenuous impartiall iudgement, that by requiring obedience to these ceremoniall Constitutions, she hath no other purpose, and hath sufficiently declared her self by solemn protestation, enough to satisfy any ingenuous impartial judgement, that by requiring Obedience to these ceremonial Constitutions, she hath no other purpose, cc vhz av-j vvd po31 n1 p-acp j n1, av-d pc-acp vvi d j j n1, cst p-acp vvg n1 p-acp d j n2, pns31 vhz dx j-jn n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
326 than to reduce all her children to an orderly vniformitie in the outward worship of God; than to reduce all her children to an orderly uniformity in the outward worship of God; cs pc-acp vvi d po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
327 so farre is she from seeking to draw any opinion, either of diuine necessitie vpon the Constitution, or of effectuall holinesse vpon the ceremony. And as for the preiudice which seemeth to be hereby giuen to Christian libertie: it is so slender a conceit, that it seemeth to bewray in the obiecters a desire, not so much of satisfaction. as cauill. For first, the liberty of a Christian to all indifferent things, is in the Minde and Conscience: so Far is she from seeking to draw any opinion, either of divine necessity upon the Constitution, or of effectual holiness upon the ceremony. And as for the prejudice which seems to be hereby given to Christian liberty: it is so slender a conceit, that it seems to bewray in the Objectors a desire, not so much of satisfaction. as cavil. For First, the liberty of a Christian to all indifferent things, is in the Mind and Conscience: av av-j vbz pns31 p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi d n1, av-d pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1. cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp njp n1: pn31 vbz av j dt n1, cst pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 dt n1, xx av av-d pp-f n1. p-acp vvb. p-acp ord, dt n1 pp-f dt njp p-acp d j n2, vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
328 and is then infringed, when the Conscience is bound and streitned, by imposing vpon it an opinion of doctrinall Necessitie. But it is no wrong to the Liberty of a Christian mans Conscience, to bind him to outward obseruance for Orders sake, and is then infringed, when the Conscience is bound and straightened, by imposing upon it an opinion of doctrinal Necessity. But it is no wrong to the Liberty of a Christian men Conscience, to bind him to outward observance for Order sake, cc vbz av vvn, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn, p-acp vvg p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f j n1. p-acp pn31 vbz dx n-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp vvz n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp j n1 p-acp vvb n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
329 and to impose vpon him a Necessitie of Obedience. Which one distinction of Doctrinall and Obedientiall Necessitie well weighed, and to impose upon him a Necessity of obedience. Which one distinction of Doctrinal and Obediential Necessity well weighed, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1. r-crq crd n1 pp-f j cc j n1 av vvn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
330 and rightly applyed, is of it selfe sufficient to cleere all doubts in this point. and rightly applied, is of it self sufficient to clear all doubts in this point. cc av-jn vvd, vbz pp-f pn31 n1 j pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
331 For, to make all restraint of the outward man in matters indifferent an impeachment of Christian Liberty ; For, to make all restraint of the outward man in matters indifferent an impeachment of Christian Liberty; p-acp, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp n2 j dt n1 pp-f njp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
332 what were it else, but euen to bring flat Anabaptisme and Anarchy into the Church? and to ouerthrow all bond of subiection and obedience to lawfull Authority? I beseech you consider, wherein can the immediate power and authority of Fathers, Masters, what were it Else, but even to bring flat Anabaptism and Anarchy into the Church? and to overthrow all bound of subjection and Obedience to lawful authority? I beseech you Consider, wherein can the immediate power and Authority of Father's, Masters, r-crq vbdr pn31 av, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1? cc pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp j n1? pns11 vvb pn22 vvb, c-crq vmb dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
333 and other Rulers ouer their inferiours consist; or the due obedience of inferiours be shewne towards them: and other Rulers over their inferiors consist; or the due Obedience of inferiors be shown towards them: cc j-jn n2 p-acp po32 n2-jn vvi; cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2-jn vbb vvn p-acp pno32: (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
334 if not in these Indifferent and Arbitrary things? For, things absolutely Necessary, as cōmanded by God, we are bound to doe; if not in these Indifferent and Arbitrary things? For, things absolutely Necessary, as commanded by God, we Are bound to do; cs xx p-acp d j cc j-jn n2? p-acp, n2 av-j j, a-acp vvd p-acp np1, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vdi; (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
335 whether humane Authority require them, or no: and things absolutely Vnlawfull, as prohibited by God, we are bound not to doe; whither humane authority require them, or no: and things absolutely Unlawful, as prohibited by God, we Are bound not to do; cs j n1 vvi pno32, cc dx: cc n2 av-j j, a-acp vvn p-acp np1, pns12 vbr vvn xx pc-acp vdi; (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
336 whether humane Authoritie forbid them, or no. whither humane authority forbid them, or no. cs j n1 vvb pno32, cc uh-dx. (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
337 There are none other things left then, wherin to expresse properly the Obedience due to superiour Authority, than these Indifferent things. There Are none other things left then, wherein to express properly the obedience due to superior authority, than these Indifferent things. pc-acp vbr pix n-jn n2 vvd av, c-crq pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 j-jn p-acp j-jn n1, cs d j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
338 And if a Father or Master haue power to prescribe to his child or seruant in Indifferent things; And if a Father or Master have power to prescribe to his child or servant in Indifferent things; cc cs dt n1 cc n1 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
339 and such restraint be no way preiudiciall to Christian Liberty in them: and such restraint be no Way prejudicial to Christian Liberty in them: cc d n1 vbb dx n1 j p-acp np1 n1 p-acp pno32: (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
340 Why should any man, either deny the like power to Church-Gouernours, to make Ecclesiasticall Constitutions concerning indifferent Things? or interpret that power to the preiudice of Christian Liberty? And againe Secondly, Men must vnderstand, that it is an Errour to thinke Ceremonies and Constitutions to be things meerely Indifferent: I meane in the generall. Why should any man, either deny the like power to Church-Gouernours, to make Ecclesiastical Constitutions Concerning indifferent Things? or interpret that power to the prejudice of Christian Liberty? And again Secondly, Men must understand, that it is an Error to think Ceremonies and Constitutions to be things merely Indifferent: I mean in the general. q-crq vmd d n1, av-d vvb dt j n1 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi j n2 vvg j n2? cc vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f njp n1? cc av ord, n2 vmb vvi, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbi n2 av-j j: pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
341 For howsoeuer euery particular Ceremony bee indifferent; and euery particular Constitution arbitrary and alterable; For howsoever every particular Ceremony be indifferent; and every particular Constitution arbitrary and alterable; p-acp c-acp d j n1 vbb j; cc d j n1 j-jn cc j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
342 yet that there should be some Ceremonies, it is necessary, Necessitate absoluta, in as much as no outward worke can bee performed without Ceremoniall circumstances, some or other: yet that there should be Some Ceremonies, it is necessary, Necessitate Absoluta, in as much as no outward work can be performed without Ceremonial Circumstances, Some or other: av cst a-acp vmd vbi d n2, pn31 vbz j, n1 fw-la, p-acp c-acp d c-acp dx j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2, d cc n-jn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
343 and that there should bee some Constitutions concerning them, it is also necessary (though not simply & absolutely, as the former; and that there should be Some Constitutions Concerning them, it is also necessary (though not simply & absolutely, as the former; cc cst a-acp vmd vbi d n2 vvg pno32, pn31 vbz av j (cs xx av-j cc av-j, c-acp dt j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
344 yet ex hypothesi, and) necessitate conuenientiae. Otherwise, since some Ceremonies must needes be vsed; yet ex Hypothesis, and) necessitate conuenientiae. Otherwise, since Some Ceremonies must needs be used; av fw-la fw-la, cc) n1 fw-la. av, c-acp d n2 vmb av vbi vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
345 euery Parish, nay euery Man would haue his owne fashion by himselfe, as his humor led him: every Parish, nay every Man would have his own fashion by himself, as his humour led him: d n1, uh-x d n1 vmd vhi po31 d n1 p-acp px31, c-acp po31 n1 vvd pno31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
346 wherof what other could be the issue, but infinit distraction, and vnorderly confusion in the Church? And againe thirdly, to return their weapon vpon themselues; whereof what other could be the issue, but infinite distraction, and unorderly confusion in the Church? And again Thirdly, to return their weapon upon themselves; c-crq q-crq n-jn vmd vbi dt n1, cc-acp j n1, cc av-j n1 p-acp dt n1? cc av ord, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp px32; (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
347 If euery restraint in indifferent things be iniurious to Christian Liberty: If every restraint in indifferent things be injurious to Christian Liberty: cs d n1 p-acp j n2 vbb j p-acp np1 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
348 then themselues are iniurious no lesse by their negatiue restraint from some Ceremonies, Weare not, Crosse not, Kneele not, &c. than they would haue the world beleeue our Church is by her positiue restraint vnto these Ceremonies of wearing, & crossing, & kneeling, &c. Let indifferent men iudge, then themselves Are injurious no less by their negative restraint from Some Ceremonies, Wear not, Cross not, Kneel not, etc. than they would have the world believe our Church is by her positive restraint unto these Ceremonies of wearing, & crossing, & kneeling, etc. Let indifferent men judge, cs px32 vbr j av-dx av-dc p-acp po32 j-jn n1 p-acp d n2, vvb xx, vvi xx, vvb xx, av cs pns32 vmd vhi dt n1 vvb po12 n1 vbz p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, av vvb j n2 vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
349 nay let thēselues that are parties iudge, whether is more iniurious to Christian Liberty; nay let themselves that Are parties judge, whither is more injurious to Christian Liberty; uh-x vvb px32 cst vbr n2 vvi, cs vbz av-dc j p-acp np1 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
350 publike Authority by mature aduice commanding, what might be forborne, or priuate spirits through humorours dislikes, forbidding what may be vsed: public authority by mature Advice commanding, what might be forborn, or private spirits through humorours dislikes, forbidding what may be used: j n1 p-acp j n1 vvg, q-crq vmd vbi vvn, cc j n2 p-acp ng1 n2, vvg r-crq vmb vbi vvn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
351 the whole Church imposing the vse, or a few brethren requiring the forbearance ; the Whole Church imposing the use, or a few brothers requiring the forbearance; dt j-jn n1 vvg dt vvb, cc dt d n2 vvg dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
352 of such things, as are otherwise and in themselues equally indifferent for vse, or for forbearance. of such things, as Are otherwise and in themselves equally indifferent for use, or for forbearance. pp-f d n2, c-acp vbr av cc p-acp px32 av-j j p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
353 But they say, our Church maketh greater matters of Ceremonies than thus; and preferreth them euen before the most necessarie duties of preaching, and administring the Sacraments: But they say, our Church makes greater matters of Ceremonies than thus; and preferreth them even before the most necessary duties of preaching, and administering the Sacraments: p-acp pns32 vvb, po12 n1 vvz jc n2 pp-f n2 cs av; cc vvz pno32 av p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f vvg, cc j-vvg dt n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
354 in as much as they are imposed vpon Ministers vnder paine of Suspension and Depriuation from their Ministeriall Functions and Charges. First, for actuall Depriuation; in as much as they Are imposed upon Ministers under pain of Suspension and Deprivation from their Ministerial Functions and Charges. First, for actual Deprivation; p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 j-jn n2 cc n2. ord, p-acp j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
355 I take it, vnconforming Ministers haue no great cause to complaine. I take it, unconforming Ministers have no great cause to complain. pns11 vvb pn31, vvg n2 vhb dx j n1 pc-acp vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
356 Our Church, it is well knowne, hath not alwayes vsed that rigour shee might haue done. Our Church, it is well known, hath not always used that rigour she might have done. po12 n1, pn31 vbz av vvn, vhz xx av vvn cst n1 pns31 vmd vhi vdn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
357 Where she hath bin forced to proceed as farre as depriuation ; Where she hath been forced to proceed as Far as deprivation; c-crq pns31 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi c-acp av-j c-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
358 shee hath ordinarily by her faire, and slow, and compassionate proceedings therein, sufficiently manifested her vnwillingnesse thereto: she hath ordinarily by her fair, and slow, and compassionate proceedings therein, sufficiently manifested her unwillingness thereto: pns31 vhz av-jn p-acp po31 j, cc j, cc j n2-vvg av, av-j vvd po31 n1 av: (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
359 and declared her selfe a Mother euery way indulgent enough to such ill-nurtured children, as will not be ruled by her. and declared her self a Mother every Way indulgent enough to such ill-nurtured children, as will not be ruled by her. cc vvd po31 n1 dt n1 d n1 j av-d p-acp d j n2, c-acp vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
360 Secondly, those that are suspended or depriued ; suffer it but iustly for their obstinacie and contempt. Secondly, those that Are suspended or deprived; suffer it but justly for their obstinacy and contempt. ord, d cst vbr vvn cc vvn; vvb pn31 p-acp av-j c-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
361 For howsoeuer they would beare the world in hand, that they are the onely persecuted ones, and that they suffer for their consciences: For howsoever they would bear the world in hand, that they Are the only persecuted ones, and that they suffer for their Consciences: p-acp c-acp pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vbr dt av-j vvn pi2, cc cst pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
362 yet in truth, they doe but abuse the credulitie of the simple therein; yet in truth, they do but abuse the credulity of the simple therein; av p-acp n1, pns32 vdb p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
363 and herein (as in many other things) iumpe with the Papists, whom they would seeme aboue all others most abhorrent from. and herein (as in many other things) jump with the Papists, whom they would seem above all Others most abhorrent from. cc av (c-acp p-acp d j-jn n2) vvb p-acp dt njp2, r-crq pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d n2-jn av-ds n1 p-acp. (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
364 For as Seminary Priests and Iesuites giue it out, they are martyred for their religion; For as Seminary Priests and Iesuites give it out, they Are martyred for their Religion; p-acp p-acp n1 n2 cc npg1 vvb pn31 av, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
365 when the very truth is, they are iustly executed for their prodigious Treasons, and felonious or treacherous practices against lawfull Princes and Estates: when the very truth is, they Are justly executed for their prodigious Treasons, and felonious or treacherous practices against lawful Princes and Estates: c-crq dt j n1 vbz, pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp po32 j n2, cc j cc j n2 p-acp j n2 cc n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 31
366 So the Brethren pretend they are persecuted for their consciences; So the Brothers pretend they Are persecuted for their Consciences; av dt n2 vvb pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
367 when they are indeed, but iustly censured for their obstinate and pertinacious contempt of lawfull authoritie. when they Are indeed, but justly censured for their obstinate and pertinacious contempt of lawful Authority. c-crq pns32 vbr av, cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp po32 j cc j n1 pp-f j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
368 For, it is not the refusall of these Cerimonies they are depriued for, otherwise than as the matter wherein they shew their contempt: For, it is not the refusal of these Ceremonies they Are deprived for, otherwise than as the matter wherein they show their contempt: p-acp, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f d n2 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp, av cs p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb po32 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
369 it is the Contempt it selfe, which formally and properly subiecteth them to iust Ecclesiasticall Censure of Suspension or Depriuation. it is the Contempt it self, which formally and properly subjecteth them to just Ecclesiastical Censure of Suspension or Deprivation. pn31 vbz dt n1 pn31 n1, r-crq av-j cc av-j vvz pno32 p-acp j j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
370 And contempt of authority, though in the smallest matter, deserueth no small punishment: And contempt of Authority, though in the Smallest matter, deserves no small punishment: np1 n1 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp dt js n1, vvz dx j n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
371 all authoritie hauing beene euer sollicitous (as it hath good reason) aboue all things to vindicate and preserue it selfe from Contempt ; all Authority having been ever solicitous (as it hath good reason) above all things to vindicate and preserve it self from Contempt; d n1 vhg vbn av j (c-acp pn31 vhz j n1) p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 n1 p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
372 by inflicting sharpe punishments vpon contemptuous persons in the smallest matters, aboue all other sorts of offenders in any degree whatsoeuer. by inflicting sharp punishments upon contemptuous Persons in the Smallest matters, above all other sorts of offenders in any degree whatsoever. p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp j n2 p-acp dt js n2, p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1 r-crq. (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
373 Thus haue wee shewed and cleered the first and maine difference betwixt the Case of my Text, Thus have we showed and cleared the First and main difference betwixt the Case of my Text, av vhb pns12 vvd cc vvd dt ord cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
374 and the Case of our Church, in regard of the Matter: the things whereabout they differed, being euery way indifferent ; ours not so. And as in the Matter ; and the Case of our Church, in regard of the Matter: the things whereabout they differed, being every Way indifferent; ours not so. And as in the Matter; cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1: dt n2 c-crq pns32 vvd, vbg d n1 j; png12 xx av. cc c-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
375 so there is secondly much oddes in the condition of the Persons. The refusers in the Case of my Text, being truely weake in the Faith ; so there is secondly much odds in the condition of the Persons. The refusers in the Case of my Text, being truly weak in the Faith; av a-acp vbz ord d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, vbg av-j j p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 32
376 as being but lately conuerted to the Christian Faith, and not sufficiently instructed by the Church in the doctrine and vse of Christian Liberty in things indifferent: as being but lately converted to the Christian Faith, and not sufficiently instructed by the Church in the Doctrine and use of Christian Liberty in things indifferent: c-acp vbg p-acp av-j vvn p-acp dt njp n1, cc xx av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vvb pp-f njp n1 p-acp n2 j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
377 Whereas with our refusers it is much otherwise. First, they are not new Proselytes ; but men borne, and bred, and brought vp in the bosome of the Church: Whereas with our refusers it is much otherwise. First, they Are not new Proselytes; but men born, and bred, and brought up in the bosom of the Church: cs p-acp po12 n2 pn31 vbz av-d av. ord, pns32 vbr xx j n2; cc-acp n2 vvn, cc vvn, cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
378 yea many, and the chiefest of them, such as haue taken vpon them the Calling of the Ministerie, yea many, and the chiefest of them, such as have taken upon them the Calling of the Ministry, uh d, cc dt js-jn pp-f pno32, d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt vvg pp-f dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
379 and the Charge of Soules, and the Office of teaching and instructing others. and the Charge of Souls, and the Office of teaching and instructing Others. cc dt vvb pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg n2-jn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
380 And such men should not bee weakelings. Secondly, ours are such as take themselues to haue fame more knowledge, And such men should not be Weaklings. Secondly, ours Are such as take themselves to have fame more knowledge, cc d n2 vmd xx vbi n2. ord, png12 vbr d c-acp vvb px32 pc-acp vhi n1 av-dc n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
381 and vnderstanding, and insight in the Scriptures, and all diuine learning, than other men: and understanding, and insight in the Scriptures, and all divine learning, than other men: cc vvg, cc n1 p-acp dt n2, cc d j-jn n1, cs j-jn n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
382 such as between pitie and scorne seeme most to wonder at the ignorance and simplicitie of the vulgar, and to lament (which is, God knoweth, lamentable enough; such as between pity and scorn seem most to wonder At the ignorance and simplicity of the Vulgar, and to lament (which is, God Knoweth, lamentable enough; d c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 vvi av-ds pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j, cc pc-acp vvi (r-crq vbz, np1 vvz, j av-d; (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
383 though not comparable to what it was within not many yeeres since:) the want of knowledge, though not comparable to what it was within not many Years since:) the want of knowledge, cs xx j p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds p-acp xx d n2 a-acp:) dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
384 and the vnsufficiency of some of the Clergie in the Land. And with what reason should these men expect the priuiledge of weake ones? Thirdly, our Church hath sufficiently declared and published the innocencie of her purpose and meaning in enioyning the Ceremonies: not so onely; and the unsufficiency of Some of the Clergy in the Land. And with what reason should these men expect the privilege of weak ones? Thirdly, our Church hath sufficiently declared and published the innocence of her purpose and meaning in enjoining the Ceremonies: not so only; cc dt n1 pp-f d pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp r-crq n1 vmd d n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f j pi2? ord, po12 n1 vhz av-j vvn cc vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 vvb cc n1 p-acp vvg dt n2: xx av av-j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
385 but hath been content to heare, and receiue, and admit the obiections and reasons of the refusers; but hath been content to hear, and receive, and admit the objections and Reasons of the refusers; cc-acp vhz vbn j pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
386 and hath taken paines to answer and satisfie to the full all that euer yet could be said in that behalfe. and hath taken pains to answer and satisfy to the full all that ever yet could be said in that behalf. cc vhz vvn n2 p-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp dt j d cst av av vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
387 And therefore it is vanitie for these men (or their friends in their behalfe) to alledge weakenesse ; And Therefore it is vanity for these men (or their Friends in their behalf) to allege weakness; cc av pn31 vbz n1 p-acp d n2 (cc po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1) pc-acp vvi n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
388 where all good meanes haue been plentifully vsed for full information in the points: in doubt. where all good means have been plentifully used for full information in the points: in doubt. c-crq d j n2 vhb vbn av-j vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n2: p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
389 Lastly, vpon the premises it doth appeare that the weakenesse of one Brethren, pretended by those that are willing to speak fauorably of them, proceedeth for the most part not so much out of simple ignorance, arising from the defect either of vnderstanding or meanes ; Lastly, upon the premises it does appear that the weakness of one Brothers, pretended by those that Are willing to speak favorably of them, Proceedeth for the most part not so much out of simple ignorance, arising from the defect either of understanding or means; ord, p-acp dt n2 pn31 vdz vvi cst dt n1 pp-f crd n2, vvn p-acp d cst vbr j pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f pno32, vvz p-acp dt av-ds n1 xx av av-d av pp-f j n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f vvg cc n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 34
390 as out of an ignorance at the best in some degree of wilfulnesse and affectation, is not seeking, as out of an ignorance At the best in Some degree of wilfulness and affectation, is not seeking, c-acp av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt js p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbz xx vvg, (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 34
391 or not admitting such ingenuous satisfaction, as they might haue by reason: or not admitting such ingenuous satisfaction, as they might have by reason: cc xx vvg d j n1, c-acp pns32 vmd vhi p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 34
392 if not out of the poison of corrupt and carnall affections (as they giue vs sometimes but too much cause to suspect) of pride, of singularitie, of enuy, of contention, of factions admiring some mens persons. if not out of the poison of corrupt and carnal affections (as they give us sometime but too much cause to suspect) of pride, of singularity, of envy, of contention, of factions admiring Some men's Persons. cs xx av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2 (c-acp pns32 vvb pno12 av cc-acp av d n1 pc-acp vvi) pp-f n1, pp-f n1, pp-f n1, pp-f n1, pp-f n2 vvg d ng2 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 34
393 By which, and other li•e partiall affections, mens iudgements become oftentimes so blinded; By which, and other li•e partial affections, men's Judgments become oftentimes so blinded; p-acp r-crq, cc j-jn n1 j n2, ng2 n2 vvb av av vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 34
394 that of vnwilling at the first, they become at length vnable to discerne things with that freedome and ingenuity they should. that of unwilling At the First, they become At length unable to discern things with that freedom and ingenuity they should. d pp-f j p-acp dt ord, pns32 vvb p-acp n1 j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pns32 vmd. (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 34
395 And so the Cases differ in regard of the Persons. They differ thirdly in the practice of the Persons. And so the Cases differ in regard of the Persons. They differ Thirdly in the practice of the Persons. cc av dt n2 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2. pns32 vvb ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 34
396 There the strong did eate, because hee was well assured he might do it, NONLATINALPHABET, in the Verse before my Text: There the strong did eat, Because he was well assured he might do it,, in the Verse before my Text: a-acp dt j vdd vvi, c-acp pns31 vbds av vvn pns31 vmd vdi pn31,, p-acp dt n1 p-acp po11 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
397 and the weake did no more but forbeare eating; as indeed hee might doe, no authoritie interposing to the contrary. and the weak did no more but forbear eating; as indeed he might do, no Authority interposing to the contrary. cc dt j vdd dx dc p-acp vvi vvg; c-acp av pns31 vmd vdi, dx n1 vvg p-acp dt n-jn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
398 But here, we conforme, not only because we know we may lawfully doe it; But Here, we conform, not only Because we know we may lawfully do it; p-acp av, pns12 vvi, xx av-j c-acp pns12 vvb pns12 vmb av-j vdb pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
399 but for that we know we must of necessitie doe it, as bound thereunto in obedience to lawfull authoritie, but for that we know we must of necessity do it, as bound thereunto in Obedience to lawful Authority, cc-acp c-acp cst pns12 vvb pns12 vmb pp-f n1 vdb pn31, c-acp vvn av p-acp n1 p-acp j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
400 and in the conscience we ought to make of such obedience. And the refusers doe not onely defacto, not conforme ▪ to the contempt of authoritie, and the scandall of others: and in the conscience we ought to make of such Obedience. And the refusers do not only defacto, not conform ▪ to the contempt of Authority, and the scandal of Others: cc p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1. cc dt n2 vdb xx av-j fw-la, xx vvi ▪ p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2-jn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
401 but they stand in it too, and trouble the peace of the Church by their restlesse Petitions, and Supplications, and Admonitions, and other publications of the reasons and grounds of their such refusall. but they stand in it too, and trouble the peace of the Church by their restless Petitions, and Supplications, and Admonitions, and other publications of the Reasons and grounds of their such refusal. cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pn31 av, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 j n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
402 And verily, this Country and Countie hath been not the least busie in these factious and tumultuous courses: And verily, this Country and County hath been not the least busy in these factious and tumultuous courses: cc av-j, d n1 cc n1 vhz vbn xx dt ds j p-acp d j cc j n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
403 both in troubling our most gracious, indicious, and religious Soueraigne with their petitions ; both in troubling our most gracious, judicious, and religious Sovereign with their petitions; d p-acp vvg po12 av-ds j, j, cc j n-jn p-acp po32 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
404 and also in publishing their reasons, in a Booke called, The Abridgement, printed 1605. to their owne shame, and also in publishing their Reasons, in a Book called, The Abridgement, printed 1605. to their own shame, cc av p-acp vvg po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 vvn, dt n1, vvn crd p-acp po32 d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
405 and the shame of their Countrey. and the shame of their Country. cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
406 Hee who (as I haue been informed) was thought to haue had a chiefe hand in the collecting of those reasons, and printing of that book; He who (as I have been informed) was Thought to have had a chief hand in the collecting of those Reasons, and printing of that book; pns31 r-crq (c-acp pns11 vhb vbn vvn) vbds vvn pc-acp vhi vhn dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n2, cc vvg pp-f d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
407 was for his obstinate refusal of conformitie iustly depriued frō his Benefice in this Diocesse, and therupon relinquished his Ministerie for a time, betaking himselfe to another Calling; was for his obstinate refusal of conformity justly deprived from his Benefice in this Diocese, and thereupon relinquished his Ministry for a time, betaking himself to Another Calling; vbds p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, cc av vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg px31 p-acp j-jn vvg; (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
408 so depriuing the Church and people of God of the fruit and benefit of those excellent gifts which were in him. so depriving the Church and people of God of the fruit and benefit of those excellent Gifts which were in him. av vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2 r-crq vbdr p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
409 But since that time he hath, vpon better and more aduised iudgement, subscribed and conformed: and the Church like an indulgent Mother hath not only receiued him into her bosome againe, But since that time he hath, upon better and more advised judgement, subscribed and conformed: and the Church like an indulgent Mother hath not only received him into her bosom again, cc-acp c-acp cst n1 pns31 vhz, p-acp jc cc av-dc vvd n1, vvn cc vvn: cc dt n1 av-j dt j n1 vhz xx av-j vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1 av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
410 but hath restored him too, though not to the same, yet to a Benefice elsewhere of farre better value. but hath restored him too, though not to the same, yet to a Benefice elsewhere of Far better valve. cc-acp vhz vvn pno31 av, cs xx p-acp dt d, av p-acp dt n1 av pp-f av-j jc n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
411 Lastly, there is difference in the faulty carriage of the persons: and that on both parts; especially on ours. Lastly, there is difference in the faulty carriage of the Persons: and that on both parts; especially on ours. ord, a-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2: cc cst p-acp d n2; av-j p-acp png12. (7) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 35
412 For though our Non-conforming Brethren condemne vs with much liberty of speech and spirit, hauing yet lesse reason for it than the weake Romanes had for the Strong among them might haue forborne some things for the Weakes sake; For though our Nonconforming Brothers condemn us with much liberty of speech and Spirit, having yet less reason for it than the weak Romans had for the Strong among them might have forborn Some things for the Weakes sake; p-acp cs po12 j n2 vvb pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vhg av dc n1 p-acp pn31 av dt j njp2 vhd p-acp dt j p-acp pno32 vmd vhi vvn d n2 p-acp dt np1 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 36
413 and it would well haue become them for the auoiding of sca•dall so to haue done; and it would well have become them for the avoiding of sca•dall so to have done; cc pn31 vmd av vhi vvn pno32 p-acp dt vvg pp-f j-jn av pc-acp vhi vdn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 36
414 which we cannot doe without greater scandall in the open contempt of lawfull Authoritie:) yet we doe not despise them, (I meane with allowance from the Church: which we cannot do without greater scandal in the open contempt of lawful authority:) yet we do not despise them, (I mean with allowance from the Church: r-crq pns12 vmbx vdi p-acp jc n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1:) av pns12 vdb xx vvi pno32, (pns11 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 36
415 if particular m•n doe more than they should, it is their priuate •ault, and ought not to be imputed to vs, if particular m•n do more than they should, it is their private •ault, and ought not to be imputed to us, cs j n2 vdb av-dc cs pns32 vmd, pn31 vbz po32 j n1, cc vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, (7) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 36
416 or to our Church) but vse all good meanes we care to draw them to moderate courses and iust obedience; or to our Church) but use all good means we care to draw them to moderate courses and just Obedience; cc p-acp po12 n1) cc-acp vvb d j n2 pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n2 cc j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 36
417 although they better deserue to be despised than the Weake Romanes did: they being truely Weake ▪ our• Obstinat• ; they Timorous, ours also Contemptuous. although they better deserve to be despised than the Weak Romans did: they being truly Weak ▪ our• Obstinat•; they Timorous, ours also Contemptuous. cs pns32 av-j vvi pc-acp vbi vvn cs dt j njp2 vdd: pns32 vbg av-j j ▪ n1 np1; pns32 j, png12 av j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 36
418 Now these differences are opened betwixt the Case in any Text, and the Case of our Church: Now these differences Are opened betwixt the Case in any Text, and the Case of our Church: av d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 36
419 wee may the better iudge how farre forth S. Pauls aduice heere giuen to the Romanes in their case of eating, and not-eating, ought to rule vs in our case of conforming, and not-conforming in point of Ceremonie. we may the better judge how Far forth S. Paul's Advice Here given to the Romans in their case of eating, and not-eating, ought to Rule us in our case of conforming, and not-conforming in point of Ceremony. pns12 vmb dt jc n1 c-crq av-j av n1 npg1 n1 av vvn p-acp dt njp2 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f vvg, cc j, vmd pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1 pp-f vvg, cc j p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 36
420 And first, of not-despising: then of not iudging ▪ The ground of the Apostles precept for not despising him that are not, was his weakenesse. So farre then as this ground holdeth in our case, this precept is to be extended, and no further. And First, of not-despising: then of not judging ▪ The ground of the Apostles precept for not despising him that Are not, was his weakness. So Far then as this ground holds in our case, this precept is to be extended, and no further. cc ord, pp-f j: av pp-f xx vvg ▪ dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 p-acp xx vvg pno31 d vbr xx, vbds po31 n1. av av-j av c-acp d n1 vvz p-acp po12 n1, d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc dx av-jc. (7) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 36
421 And we are hereby bound not to despise our Non-conforming Brethren, so farre forth as it may probably appeare to vs they are weake and not wilfull. And we Are hereby bound not to despise our Nonconforming Brothers, so Far forth as it may probably appear to us they Are weak and not wilful. cc pns12 vbr av vvn xx pc-acp vvi po12 j n2, av av-j av c-acp pn31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno12 pns32 vbr j cc xx j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 36
422 But so farre forth, as by their courses and proceedings it may bee reasonably thought their refusall proceedeth from corrupt or partiall affections, But so Far forth, as by their courses and proceedings it may be reasonably Thought their refusal Proceedeth from corrupt or partial affections, p-acp av av-j av, c-acp p-acp po32 n2 cc n2-vvg pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn po32 n1 vvz p-acp j cc j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 37
423 or is apparantly maintained with obstinacie and contempt: or is apparently maintained with obstinacy and contempt: cc vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 37
424 I take it we may, notwithstanding the Apostles admonition in my Text, in some sort euen despise them. I take it we may, notwithstanding the Apostles admonition in my Text, in Some sort even despise them. pns11 vvb pn31 pns12 vmb, p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp po11 n1, p-acp d n1 av-j vvb pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 37
425 But because they thinke they are not so well and fairely dealt withall as they should be: But Because they think they Are not so well and fairly dealt withal as they should be: p-acp c-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vbr xx av av cc av-j vvn av c-acp pns32 vmd vbi: (7) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
426 Let vs consider their particular grieuances, wherein they take themselues despised; and examine how iust they are. Let us Consider their particular grievances, wherein they take themselves despised; and examine how just they Are. vvb pno12 vvi po32 j n2, c-crq pns32 vvb px32 vvn; cc vvb c-crq j pns32 vbr. (7) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
427 They say, first, they are despised in being scoffed, and flouted, and derided by loose companions, They say, First, they Are despised in being scoffed, and flouted, and derided by lose Sodales, pns32 vvb, ord, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp vbg vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
428 and by profane or popishly affected Persons; and by profane or popishly affected Persons; cc p-acp j cc av-j j-vvn n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
429 in being stiled Puritanes, and Brethren, and Precifi••s, and in hauing many iests and fooleries fastened vpon them, whereof they are not guilty. in being styled Puritanes, and Brothers, and Precifi••s, and in having many jests and fooleries fastened upon them, whereof they Are not guilty. p-acp vbg vvn np2, cc n2, cc n2, cc p-acp vhg d n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp pno32, c-crq pns32 vbr xx j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
430 They are secondly despised, they say, in that when they are conuented before the Bishops and others in Authority, they cannot haue the fauour of an indifferent hearing: They Are secondly despised, they say, in that when they Are Convicted before the Bishops and Others in authority, they cannot have the favour of an indifferent hearing: pns32 vbr ord vvn, pns32 vvb, p-acp cst c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2-jn p-acp n1, pns32 vmbx vhi dt n1 pp-f dt j n-vvg: (7) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
431 but are proceeded against as farre as Suspension ; but Are proceeded against as Far as Suspension; cc-acp vbr vvn p-acp c-acp av-j c-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
432 and sometimes Depriuation, without taking their answeres to what is obiected, or giuing answers to what they obiect. and sometime Deprivation, without taking their answers to what is objected, or giving answers to what they Object. cc av n1, p-acp vvg po32 n2 p-acp r-crq vbz vvn, cc vvg n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
433 Thirdly, in that many honest and religious men, of excellent and vsefull gifts, cannot bee permitted the liberty of their Consciences, and the free exercise of their Ministerie ; Thirdly, in that many honest and religious men, of excellent and useful Gifts, cannot be permitted the liberty of their Consciences, and the free exercise of their Ministry; ord, p-acp cst d j cc j n2, pp-f j cc j n2, vmbx vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
434 onely for standing out in these things, which our selues cannot but confesse to bee indifferent. only for standing out in these things, which our selves cannot but confess to be indifferent. av-j p-acp vvg av p-acp d n2, r-crq po12 n2 vmbx cc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
435 To their first Grieuance we answer, that we haue nothing to doe with those that are popishly affected. To their First Grievance we answer, that we have nothing to do with those that Are popishly affected. p-acp po32 ord n1 pns12 vvb, cst pns12 vhb pix pc-acp vdi p-acp d cst vbr av-j vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 37
436 If they wrong them, as it is like enough they will (for they will not stick to wrong their betters) wee are not to be charged with that: let them answer for themselues. If they wrong them, as it is like enough they will (for they will not stick to wrong their betters) we Are not to be charged with that: let them answer for themselves. cs pns32 vvb pno32, c-acp pn31 vbz av-j av-d pns32 vmb (c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n2-j) pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d: vvb pno32 vvi p-acp px32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
437 But by the way, let our Brethren consider, whether their stiffe and vnreasonable opposing against those lawfull Ceremonies we retaine, may not bee one principall meanes to confirme, But by the Way, let our Brothers Consider, whither their stiff and unreasonable opposing against those lawful Ceremonies we retain, may not be one principal means to confirm, p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvb po12 n2 vvb, cs po32 j cc j-u vvg p-acp d j n2 pns12 vvb, vmb xx vbi crd j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
438 but so much the more in their darknes and superstition those that are wauering, and might possibly by more ingenuous and seasonable insinuations bee wo•ne ouer to imbrace the truth which wee professe. but so much the more in their darkness and Superstition those that Are wavering, and might possibly by more ingenuous and seasonable insinuations be wo•ne over to embrace the truth which we profess. cc-acp av av-d dt av-dc p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 d cst vbr vvg, cc vmd av-j p-acp dc j cc j n2 vbb vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb. (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
439 And as for loose persons and prophane ones, that make it their sport vpon their Ale-benches to rayle and scoffe at Puritanes ; And as for lose Persons and profane ones, that make it their sport upon their Ale benches to rail and scoff At Puritanes; cc c-acp p-acp j n2 cc j pi2, d vvb pn31 po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi cc n1 p-acp np2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
440 as if it were warrant enough for them to drinke drunke, talke bawdy sweare and stare, as if it were warrant enough for them to drink drunk, talk bawdy swear and stare, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr n1 av-d p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi vvn, vvb j vvi cc vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
441 or doe any thing without controll, because forsooth they are no Puritanes ; or do any thing without control, Because forsooth they Are no Puritanes; cc vdb d n1 p-acp vvi, c-acp uh pns32 vbr dx np2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
442 As wee could wish our Brethren, and their Lay-followers, by their vncouth and somtimes ridiculous behauiour had not giuen prophane persons too much aduantage to play vpon them, As we could wish our Brothers, and their Lay-followers, by their uncouth and sometimes ridiculous behaviour had not given profane Persons too much advantage to play upon them, c-acp pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2, cc po32 n2, p-acp po32 j cc av j n1 vhd xx vvn j n2 av d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
443 and through their sides to wound euen Religion it selfe: and through their sides to wound even Religion it self: cc p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi av n1 pn31 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
444 so wee could wish also that some men by vnreasonable and vniust, othersome by vnseasonable and indiscreet scoffing at them, had not giuen them aduantage to triumph in their owne innocency, so we could wish also that Some men by unreasonable and unjust, Othersome by unseasonable and indiscreet scoffing At them, had not given them advantage to triumph in their own innocency, av pns12 vmd vvi av cst d n2 p-acp j cc j, j p-acp j cc j vvg p-acp pno32, vhd xx vvn pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
445 and persist in their affected obstinacie. It cannot but be some confirmation to men in error; and persist in their affected obstinacy. It cannot but be Some confirmation to men in error; cc vvi p-acp po32 j-vvn n1. pn31 vmbx p-acp vbi d n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
446 to see men of dissolute and loose behauiour, with much eagernesse, and perulancie and virulence to speake against them. to see men of dissolute and lose behaviour, with much eagerness, and perulancie and virulence to speak against them. pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f j cc j n1, p-acp d n1, cc n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
447 Wee all know how much scandall and preiudice it is to a right good cause; we all know how much scandal and prejudice it is to a right good cause; pns12 d vvi c-crq d n1 cc n1 pn31 vbz p-acp dt n-jn j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 39
448 to be either followed by persons open to iust exception, or maintained with slender & vnsufficient reasons, to be either followed by Persons open to just exception, or maintained with slender & unsufficient Reasons, pc-acp vbi d vvd p-acp n2 j p-acp j n1, cc vvn p-acp j cc j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 39
449 or prosecuted with vnseasonable and vndiscreet violence. or prosecuted with unseasonable and undiscreet violence. cc vvd p-acp j cc j-u n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 39
450 And I am verily perswaded, that as the increase of Papists in some parts of the Land, hath occasionally sprung (by a kinde of Antiperistasis) from the intemperate courses of their neighbour Puritanes ; And I am verily persuaded, that as the increase of Papists in Some parts of the Land, hath occasionally sprung (by a kind of Antiperistasis) from the intemperate courses of their neighbour Puritanes; cc pns11 vbm av-j vvn, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f njp2 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, vhz av-j vvn (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1 np2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 39
451 so the increase of Puritanes, in many parts of the Land, oweth not so much to any sufficiencie themselues conceiue in their own grounds, so the increase of Puritanes, in many parts of the Land, owes not so much to any sufficiency themselves conceive in their own grounds, av dt n1 pp-f np2, p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, vvz xx av av-d p-acp d n1 px32 vvb p-acp po32 d n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 39
452 as to the disaduantage of some Prophane ; or Scandalous, or Idle, or Ignorant, or Indiscreet opposers. as to the disadvantage of Some Profane; or Scandalous, or Idle, or Ignorant, or Indiscreet opposers. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j; cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 39
453 But setting these aside, I see not but that otherwise the name of Puritane, and the rest, are iustly giuen them. But setting these aside, I see not but that otherwise the name of Puritan, and the rest, Are justly given them. p-acp vvg d av, pns11 vvb xx p-acp d av dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1, vbr av-j vvn pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 39
454 For appropriating to them selues the names of Brethren, Professors, Good men, and other like; For appropriating to them selves the names of Brothers, Professors, Good men, and other like; p-acp vvg p-acp pno32 n2 dt n2 pp-f n2, n2, j n2, cc j-jn j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 39
455 as differences betwixt them and those they call Formalists ▪ would they not haue it thought, that they haue a Brotherhood and Profession of their owne, freer and purer from Superstition and Idolatry, as differences betwixt them and those they call Formalists ▪ would they not have it Thought, that they have a Brotherhood and Profession of their own, freer and Purer from Superstition and Idolatry, c-acp n2 p-acp pno32 cc d pns32 vvb n2 ▪ vmd pns32 xx vhi pn31 vvd, cst pns32 vhb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 d, jc cc jc p-acp n1 cc n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 39
456 than others haue, that are not of the same stampe? and doing so, why may they no• be called Puritanes? The name, I know, is sometimes fastened vpon those that deserue it not; than Others have, that Are not of the same stamp? and doing so, why may they no• be called Puritanes? The name, I know, is sometime fastened upon those that deserve it not; cs n2-jn vhb, cst vbr xx pp-f dt d n1? cc vdg av, q-crq vmb pns32 n1 vbi vvn np2? dt n1, pns11 vvb, vbz av vvn p-acp d cst vvb pn31 xx; (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 39
457 ask all people will call any man that beareth but the face of honestie, a Puritane: but why should that hinder others from placing it where it is rightly due? ask all people will call any man that bears but the face of honesty, a Puritan: but why should that hinder Others from placing it where it is rightly due? vvb d n1 vmb vvi d n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt np1: cc-acp q-crq vmd d jc n2-jn p-acp vvg pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz av-jn j-jn? (7) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 39
458 To their second Grie•ance I answer: Publique meanes by Conferend•s, Disputations, and otherwise, haue beene often vsed: To their second Grie•ance I answer: Public means by Conferend•s, Disputations, and otherwise, have been often used: p-acp po32 ord n1 pns11 vvb: j n2 p-acp n2, n2, cc av, vhb vbn av vvn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 40
459 and priuate men not seldome afforded the fauour of respite and liberty to bring in the allegations. and private men not seldom afforded the favour of respite and liberty to bring in the allegations. cc j n2 xx av vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 40
460 And I thinke it can be hardly, or but •a•ely instanced; And I think it can be hardly, or but •a•ely instanced; cc pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi av, cc p-acp av-j vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 40
461 that euer Depri•ation hath beene vsed but where fatherly Adm•nitions haue first beene vsed, and time giuen to the Delinquents to consider of it, and info••e themselues better. that ever Depri•ation hath been used but where fatherly Adm•nitions have First been used, and time given to the Delinquents to Consider of it, and info••e themselves better. cst av n1 vhz vbn vvn cc-acp c-crq j n2 vhb ord vbn vvn, cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n2-jn pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, cc vvi px32 j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 40
462 This course vsually hath beene taken ▪ though euery priuate particular man hath no reason to expect it. This course usually hath been taken ▪ though every private particular man hath no reason to expect it. d n1 av-j vhz vbn vvn ▪ cs d j-jn j n1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 40
463 The Reverend Fathers of our Church ▪ wee may well think• 〈 … 〉 much other imploiment, cannot be solv• thrifty of their good houres as to lauish them out in hearing contentious persons candem cantilenam, sing the same note a hundred times ouer; The Reverend Father's of our Church ▪ we may well think• 〈 … 〉 much other employment, cannot be solv• thrifty of their good hours as to lavish them out in hearing contentious Persons candem cantilenam, sing the same note a hundred times over; dt n-jn n2 pp-f po12 n1 ▪ pns12 vmb av n1 〈 … 〉 av-d j-jn n1, vmbx vbi n1 j pp-f po32 j n2 c-acp p-acp j pno32 av p-acp vvg j n2 fw-la fw-la, vvb dt d vvb dt crd n2 a-acp; (7) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 40
464 and require farther satisfaction after so many publique and vnanswerable satisfactions already giuen. and require farther satisfaction After so many public and unanswerable satisfactions already given. cc vvb jc n1 p-acp av d j cc j n2 av vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 40
465 Yet haue the Bishops, and other Church Gouernours, out of their religious zeale for the peace of Gods Church, beene so farre from despising our Brethren herein ▪ that they haue dispensed somtimes with their other weighty •ccasio•s; Yet have the Bishops, and other Church Governors, out of their religious zeal for the peace of God's Church, been so Far from despising our Brothers herein ▪ that they have dispensed sometimes with their other weighty •ccasio•s; av vhb dt n2, cc j-jn n1 n2, av pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vbn av av-j p-acp vvg po12 n2 av ▪ cst pns32 vhb vvn av p-acp po32 j-jn j n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 40
466 and taken paines to answer their •ea•on•, and confute their exceptions, satisfie all their doubts, and discouer the weaknesse of all their ground• in the points questioned. and taken pains to answer their •ea•on•, and confute their exceptions, satisfy all their doubts, and discover the weakness of all their ground• in the points questioned. cc vvn n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc vvi po32 n2, vvi d po32 n2, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 40
467 And as to their third Grieuance. First, for my owne part, I make no doubt, And as to their third Grievance. First, for my own part, I make no doubt, cc c-acp p-acp po32 ord n1. ord, p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vvb dx n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 40
468 neither dare I bee so vncharitable as not to thinke, but that many of them haue honest, neither Dare I be so uncharitable as not to think, but that many of them have honest, av-dx vvb pns11 vbi av j c-acp xx pc-acp vvi, cc-acp cst d pp-f pns32 vhb j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 41
469 and vpright, and sincere hearts to God ward, and are vnfainedly zealous of Gods Truth, and for Religion. and upright, and sincere hearts to God ward, and Are unfeignedly zealous of God's Truth, and for Religion. cc av-j, cc j n2 p-acp np1 n1, cc vbr av-j j pp-f npg1 n1, cc p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 41
470 They that are such, no doubt feele the comfort of it in their own soules: and we see the fruits of it in their conuersation, and reioyce at it. They that Are such, no doubt feel the Comfort of it in their own Souls: and we see the fruits of it in their Conversation, and rejoice At it. pns32 cst vbr d, dx n1 vvi dt vvb pp-f pn31 p-acp po32 d n2: cc pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp po32 n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 41
471 But yet I cannot bee so ignorant on the other side, as not to know, that the most sanctified and zealous men are men, and subiect to carnall and corrupt affections; But yet I cannot be so ignorant on the other side, as not to know, that the most sanctified and zealous men Are men, and Subject to carnal and corrupt affections; p-acp av pns11 vmbx vbi av j p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi, cst dt av-ds j-vvn cc j n2 vbr n2, cc n-jn p-acp j cc j n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 41
472 and may be so farre swayed by them in their iudgements, as not to bee able to discerne without preiudice and partialitie, truth from errour. and may be so Far swayed by them in their Judgments, as not to be able to discern without prejudice and partiality, truth from error. cc vmb vbi av av-j vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp xx pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 41
473 Good men, and Gods deare children may continue in some error in iudgement, & consequently in a sinfull practice arising thence; Good men, and God's deer children may continue in Some error in judgement, & consequently in a sinful practice arising thence; j n2, cc n2 j-jn n2 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cc av-j p-acp dt j n1 vvg av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 41
474 and liue and die in it (as some of these men haue done in disobedience to lawfull Authoriti•) and that vnrepented of otherwise, and live and die in it (as Some of these men have done in disobedience to lawful Authoriti•) and that unrepented of otherwise, cc vvb cc vvi p-acp pn31 (c-acp d pp-f d n2 vhb vdn p-acp n1 p-acp j np1) cc d n1 pp-f av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 41
475 than as in the lumpe of their vnknowne sins. than as in the lump of their unknown Sins. cs c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 41
476 It is not Honesty, or Sincerity, that can priuiledge men from either erring or sinning. Neither ought the vnreproued conuersation of men, countenance out their Opinions, or their Practices, against the light of Diuine Scripture, and right Reason: As wee reade Cyprians errour in old time; It is not Honesty, or Sincerity, that can privilege men from either erring or sinning. Neither ought the unreproved Conversation of men, countenance out their Opinions, or their Practices, against the Light of Divine Scripture, and right Reason: As we read Cyprians error in old time; pn31 vbz xx n1, cc n1, cst vmb vvi n2 p-acp d vvg cc vvg. d pi dt j-vvn-u n1 pp-f n2, n1 av po32 n2, cc po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc j-jn n1: c-acp pns12 vvb njp2 n1 p-acp j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 41
477 and wee see Arminius his corrupt doctrine in our dayes haue spred much the more for the reuerend opinion men had of their personall endowments and sanctitie. and we see Arminius his corrupt Doctrine in our days have spread much the more for the reverend opinion men had of their personal endowments and sanctity. cc pns12 vvb np1 po31 j n1 p-acp po12 n2 vhb vvn d dt av-dc p-acp dt j-jn n1 n2 vhd pp-f po32 j n2 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 41
478 Secondly, though Comparisons bee euer harsh, and most times odious; Secondly, though Comparisons be ever harsh, and most times odious; ord, c-acp n2 vbb av j, cc ds n2 j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 41
479 yet since honestie and pietie is alleaged, (without disparagement be it spoken to the best of them,) there are as good, and honest, yet since honesty and piety is alleged, (without disparagement be it spoken to the best of them,) there Are as good, and honest, av c-acp n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, (p-acp n1 vbi pn31 vvn p-acp dt js pp-f pno32,) pc-acp vbr a-acp j, cc j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 42
480 and religious, and zealous men euerie way of them that willingly and chearefully conforme as of them that doe not. and religious, and zealous men every Way of them that willingly and cheerfully conform as of them that do not. cc j, cc j n2 d n1 pp-f pno32 cst av-j cc av-j vvi a-acp pp-f pno32 cst vdb xx. (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 42
481 In the times of Popish persecution, how many godly Bishops, and conformable Ministers laid downe their liues for the testimonie of Gods Truth, In the times of Popish persecution, how many godly Bishops, and conformable Ministers laid down their lives for the testimony of God's Truth, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, c-crq d j n2, cc j n2 vvn a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 42
482 and for the maintenance of his Gospell. and for the maintenance of his Gospel. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 42
483 And if it should please God in his iust iudgement (as our sinnes, and amongst others ou• Schismes and distractions most worthily deserue,) to put vs once againe to a fierce triall (which the same God for his goodnes and mercie defend;) I make no question but many thousands of Conformers would (by the grace of God) resist vnto blood, embrace the Faggot, And if it should please God in his just judgement (as our Sins, and among Others ou• Schisms and distractions most worthily deserve,) to put us once again to a fierce trial (which the same God for his Goodness and mercy defend;) I make no question but many thousands of Conformers would (by the grace of God) resist unto blood, embrace the Faggot, cc cs pn31 vmd vvi np1 p-acp po31 j n1 (p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp ng1-jn n1 n2 cc n2 av-ds av-j vvi,) pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp av p-acp dt j n1 (r-crq dt d np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vvi;) pns11 vvb dx n1 p-acp d crd pp-f n2 vmd (p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) vvb p-acp n1, vvb dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 42
484 and burne at a •take in detestation of all Popish Antichristian Idolate• ▪ as readily, and burn At a •take in detestation of all Popish Antichristian Idolate• ▪ as readily, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d j jp np1 ▪ c-acp av-j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 42
485 and chearefully, and constantly, as the hottest, and precisest, and most scrupulous non Conformer. But thirdly, let mens honesty, and cheerfully, and constantly, as the hottest, and Precisest, and most scrupulous non Conformer. But Thirdly, let men's honesty, cc av-j, cc av-j, c-acp dt js, cc js, cc av-ds j fw-fr n1. p-acp ord, vvb ng2 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 42
486 and pietie, and gifts be what they can must not 〈 ◊ 〉 of honesty and pietie, and piety, and Gifts be what they can must not 〈 ◊ 〉 of honesty and piety, cc n1, cc n2 vbb r-crq pns32 vmb vmb xx 〈 sy 〉 pp-f n1 cc n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 42
487 and gifts, liue vnder Lawes? And what reason these, or any other respects, should exempt any man from the iust 〈 ◊ 〉 of the Church in case hee will not, obey her 〈 ◊ 〉 and conforme to her Ceremonies : and Gifts, live under Laws? And what reason these, or any other respects, should exempt any man from the just 〈 ◊ 〉 of the Church in case he will not, obey her 〈 ◊ 〉 and conform to her Ceremonies: cc n2, vvb p-acp n2? cc q-crq n1 d, cc d j-jn n2, vmd vvb d n1 p-acp dt j 〈 sy 〉 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 pns31 vmb xx, vvb po31 〈 sy 〉 cc vvi p-acp po31 n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 42
488 especially, since such mens immunitie would but encourage others to presume vpon the like fauour: and experience teacheth vs, that no mens errours are so exemplarie and pernicious; especially, since such men's immunity would but encourage Others to presume upon the like favour: and experience Teaches us, that no men's errors Are so exemplary and pernicious; av-j, c-acp d ng2 n1 vmd cc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1: cc n1 vvz pno12, cst dx ng2 n2 vbr av j cc j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 42
489 as theirs, who for their eminencie of ours, or sanc•itie of lif• •re beast followed with popular a••lause, and the small admiration. as theirs, who for their eminency of ours, or sanc•itie of lif• •re beast followed with popular a••lause, and the small admiration. c-acp png32, r-crq p-acp po32 n1 pp-f png12, cc vvb pp-f n1 vbr n1 vvd p-acp j n1, cc dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 42
490 We see their Grieuances againste vs, how vniust they are, in the matter of Despising. I would they did no more despise the Churches authoritie, than we doe their infirmities! We see their Grievances against us, how unjust they Are, in the matter of Despising. I would they did no more despise the Churches Authority, than we do their infirmities! pns12 vvb po32 n2 p-acp pno12, q-crq j pns32 vbr, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg. pns11 vmd pns32 vdd av-dx av-dc vvi dt ng1 n1, cs pns12 vdb po32 n2! (7) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 43
491 But in the matter of iudging : see if wee haue not a iust grieuance against them. But in the matter of judging: see if we have not a just grievance against them. p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg: vvb cs pns12 vhb xx dt j n1 p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 43
492 As might bee declared at large in many instances, out of their printed Bookes, and priuate Letters, and common discourses. As might be declared At large in many instances, out of their printed Books, and private Letters, and Common discourses. p-acp vmd vbi vvn p-acp j p-acp d n2, av pp-f po32 j-vvn n2, cc j n2, cc j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 43
493 I will but giue you a taste, because I know I grow tedious, and I long to be at an end. I will but give you a taste, Because I know I grow tedious, and I long to be At an end. pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1, c-acp pns11 vvb pns11 vvb j, cc pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 43
494 First, they iudge our Church as halfe Popish and Antichristian, for retaining some ceremonies vsed in 〈 ◊ 〉 though wee haue purge them from their Superstitions, First, they judge our Church as half Popish and Antichristian, for retaining Some ceremonies used in 〈 ◊ 〉 though we have purge them from their Superstitions, ord, pns32 vvb po12 n1 p-acp j-jn j cc jp, p-acp vvg d n2 vvn p-acp 〈 sy 〉 cs pns12 vhb vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 43
495 and restored them to their Primitiue vse. Their great admired opener of the Reuelation, maketh our Church the Dinsey-W•lsey La•dieca• Church; and restored them to their Primitive use. Their great admired opener of the Revelation, makes our Church the Dinsey-W•lsey La•dieca• Church; cc vvd pno32 p-acp po32 j vvi. po32 j j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz po12 n1 dt j np1 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 43
496 neither hot nor cold. And some of them haue ••oue•ly compared our late gracious Soueraigne Queene Elizabeth of most blessed memorie, to a slattish housewife ; neither hight nor cold. And Some of them have ••oue•ly compared our late gracious Sovereign Queen Elizabeth of most blessed memory, to a slattish housewife; dx j ccx av-jn. cc d pp-f pno32 vhi av-j vvn po12 j j j-jn n1 np1 pp-f ds j-vvn n1, p-acp dt j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 43
497 that hauing swept the house, yet lose the dust and dirt behinde the doores; that having swept the house, yet loose the dust and dirt behind the doors; cst vhg vvn dt n1, av vvb dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 43
498 meaning thereby the Ceremonies. If our Church were but 〈 ◊ 〉 so ill, as these men would make i•, I think euery honest religious man should hold himselfe bound to separate from it, meaning thereby the Ceremonies. If our Church were but 〈 ◊ 〉 so ill, as these men would make i•, I think every honest religious man should hold himself bound to separate from it, vvg av dt n2. cs po12 n1 vbdr cc-acp 〈 sy 〉 av av-jn, c-acp d n2 vmd vvi n1, pns11 vvb d j j n1 vmd vvi px31 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 44
499 as hi• most excellent, Maiestie hath obserued the Brownists haue done vpon their very grounds: as hi• most excellent, Majesty hath observed the Brownists have done upon their very grounds: c-acp n1 av-ds j, n1 vhz vvn dt n2 vhb vdn p-acp po32 j n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 44
500 accounting them as luke warme for not quite separating ▪ as they doe vs for no further reforming. accounting them as lycia warm for not quite separating ▪ as they do us for no further reforming. vvg pno32 a-acp av j c-acp xx av n-vvg ▪ c-acp pns32 vdb pno12 p-acp dx jc n-vvg. (7) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 44
501 Secondly, they iudge our Bishops, and other Church-Gouernours, as Limbes of Antichrist; Locusts of the bottomlesse pit; domineering Lords ouer Gods heritage; vsurpers of temporall Iurisdiction; Secondly, they judge our Bishops, and other Church-Gouernours, as Limbs of Antichrist; Locusts of the bottomless pit; domineering lords over God's heritage; usurper's of temporal Jurisdiction; ord, pns32 vvb po12 n2, cc j-jn n2, p-acp n2 pp-f np1; n2 pp-f dt j n1; j-vvg n2 p-acp npg1 n1; n2 pp-f j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 44
502 Spirituall Tyrants ouer mens Consciences, &c. seeking by all meanes to make the name of Lord Bishop odious to the Gentrie and Commons. Witnesse their Ma•-prelate ; Spiritual Tyrants over men's Consciences, etc. seeking by all means to make the name of Lord Bishop odious to the Gentry and Commons. Witness their Ma•-prelate; j n2 p-acp ng2 n2, av vvg p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 j p-acp dt n1 cc n2. n1 po32 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 44
503 and other infamous and scandalous Libels in 〈 … 〉 Hauing power in their hands, and other infamous and scandalous Libels in 〈 … 〉 Having power in their hands, cc j-jn j cc j n2 p-acp 〈 … 〉 vhg n1 p-acp po32 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 44
504 if the Bishop should vse more rigorous courses toward• them 〈 ◊ 〉 they haue done ▪ could ye blame them ▪ if the Bishop should use more rigorous courses toward• them 〈 ◊ 〉 they have done ▪ could you blame them ▪ cs dt n1 vmd vvi av-dc j n2 n1 pno32 〈 sy 〉 pns32 vhb vdn ▪ vmd pn22 vvi pno32 ▪ (7) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 44
505 Thirdly, they iudge those that subscribe and conforme, 〈 ◊ 〉 time seruers; formall Gospellers; State-Diuines; Thirdly, they judge those that subscribe and conform, 〈 ◊ 〉 time servers; formal Evangelists; State-divines; ord, pns32 vvb d d vvb cc vvi, 〈 sy 〉 n1 n2; j n2; j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 44
506 men that know no conscience, but Law, not Religion, but the Kings ▪ and such as would be as forward for the Masse, as the Communion, if the State should alter. men that know no conscience, but Law, not Religion, but the Kings ▪ and such as would be as forward for the Mass, as the Communion, if the State should altar. n2 cst vvb dx n1, cc-acp n1, xx n1, cc-acp dt ng1 ▪ cc d c-acp vmd vbi c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 vmd vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 44
507 Fourthly, all such Ministers as are not endowed with gifts for the Pulpi•, •hey 〈 ◊ 〉, as hirelings, and not Shepheards: calling them idol-Shepheards; betrayers of Christ Flocke; Fourthly, all such Ministers as Are not endowed with Gifts for the Pulpi•, •hey 〈 ◊ 〉, as hirelings, and not Shepherds: calling them idol-Shepheards; betrayers of christ Flock; ord, d d n2 c-acp vbr xx vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt np1, vvg 〈 sy 〉, c-acp n2, cc xx n2: vvg pno32 n2; n2 pp-f np1 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 44
508 intruders into the Ministery without a Calling; dumbe Dogs, and I know not how many names besides. intruders into the Ministry without a Calling; dumb Dogs, and I know not how many names beside. n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt vvg; j n2, cc pns11 vvb xx c-crq d n2 a-acp. (7) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 44
509 Yea, although they be such as are diligent ▪ according to their measure of gifts to perform such duties as the Church requireth; Yea, although they be such as Are diligent ▪ according to their measure of Gifts to perform such duties as the Church requires; uh, cs pns32 vbb d c-acp vbr j ▪ vvg p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 vvz; (7) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 45
510 to present the prayers of the people to God; to present the Prayers of the people to God; pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 45
511 to declare (by reading the holy Bible and good Homilies for that purpose appointed) the will of God to the people; to declare (by reading the holy bible and good Homilies for that purpose appointed) the will of God to the people; pc-acp vvi (p-acp vvg dt j n1 cc j n2 p-acp d n1 vvn) dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 45
512 to instruct the yonger sort in the points of Catechisme ; to visit and comfort the sicke and afflicted; to instruct the younger sort in the points of Catechism; to visit and Comfort the sick and afflicted; pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j cc j-vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 45
513 and to administer reuerently and orderly the holy Sacraments of Baptisme and the Lords Supper. and to administer reverently and orderly the holy Sacraments of Baptism and the lords Supper. cc pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-j dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc dt n2 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 45
514 Fiftly, they iudge all such as interpose for the Churches peace, and oppose their nouelties, as enemies to all goodnesse, men of prophane mindes; haters of Religion; despisers of the Word; Fifty, they judge all such as interpose for the Churches peace, and oppose their novelties, as enemies to all Goodness, men of profane minds; haters of Religion; despisers of the Word; ord, pns32 vvb d d c-acp vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc vvb po32 n2, p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, n2 pp-f j n2; n2 pp-f n1; n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 45
515 persecutors of the Brethren, impes of Satan; instruments of Hell; and such as vtterly abhorre all godly and Christian courses. persecutors of the Brothers, imps of Satan; Instruments of Hell; and such as utterly abhor all godly and Christian courses. n2 pp-f dt n2, n2 pp-f np1; n2 pp-f n1; cc d c-acp av-j vvi d j cc np1 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 45
516 Sixtly, and lastly (for I irke to rake longer in this sinke) they bewray themselues to be manifest Iudges of all that are not of their stampe; by singling out vnto themselues; and those that fauour them; Sixty, and lastly (for I irk to rake longer in this sink) they bewray themselves to be manifest Judges of all that Are not of their stamp; by singling out unto themselves; and those that favour them; ord, cc ord (c-acp pns11 vvi pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp d n1) pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f d cst vbr xx pp-f po32 n1; p-acp vvg av p-acp px32; cc d cst vvb pno32; (7) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 45
517 certaine proper Appellations, of Brethren, and Good men, and Professors: as if none had Brotherhood in Christ, none had interest in goodnesse, none made Profession of the Gospell, but themselues. certain proper Appellations, of Brothers, and Good men, and Professors: as if none had Brotherhood in christ, none had Interest in Goodness, none made Profession of the Gospel, but themselves. j j n2, pp-f n2, cc j n2, cc n2: c-acp cs pi vhd n1 p-acp np1, pix vhd n1 p-acp n1, pix vvd n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp px32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 45
518 Whereas others haue receiued the signe of their Profession in their foreheads after Baptisme, which perhaps they did not: Whereas Others have received the Signen of their Profession in their foreheads After Baptism, which perhaps they did not: cs n2-jn vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, r-crq av pns32 vdd xx: (7) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 45
519 whereas others daily stand vp in the Congregation to make Profession of their Christian beliefe, which it may be they do not or, (if those things be not materiall) whereas others by the grace of God are as stedfastly resolued in their hearts, whereas Others daily stand up in the Congregation to make Profession of their Christian belief, which it may be they do not or, (if those things be not material) whereas Others by the grace of God Are as steadfastly resolved in their hearts, cs n2-jn av-j vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po32 np1 n1, r-crq pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vdb xx cc, (cs d n2 vbb xx j-jn) cs n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr a-acp av-j vvd p-acp po32 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 46
520 if need should be, to seale the truth of their Profession with their bloud, as any of them can be. if need should be, to seal the truth of their Profession with their blood, as any of them can be. cs n1 vmd vbi, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp d pp-f pno32 vmb vbi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 46
521 But they will say, these peremptorie Censures are but the faults of some few: But they will say, these peremptory Censures Are but the Faults of Some few: p-acp pns32 vmb vvi, d j n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f d d: (7) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 46
522 all are not so hote and fierio• ▪ There bee others that are more temperate in their speeches, all Are not so hight and fierio• ▪ There be Others that Are more temperate in their Speeches, d vbr xx av j cc n1 ▪ a-acp vbb n2-jn cst vbr dc j p-acp po32 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 46
523 and Moderate in their courses, and desire onely they may bee spared for their owne particular: and Moderate in their courses, and desire only they may be spared for their own particular: cc j p-acp po32 n2, cc vvb av-j pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 d j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 46
524 but they preach not against any of these things, nor intermeddle to make more stirres in the Church. I answer first: but they preach not against any of these things, nor intermeddle to make more stirs in the Church. I answer First: cc-acp pns32 vvb xx p-acp d pp-f d n2, ccx vvi pc-acp vvi dc n2 p-acp dt n1. pns11 vvb ord: (7) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 46
525 it were lamentable, if this were not so. If all were of that hote temper, or distemper rather, that many are; it were lamentable, if this were not so. If all were of that hight temper, or distemper rather, that many Are; pn31 vbdr j, cs d vbdr xx av. cs d vbdr pp-f d j n1, cc vvi av-c, cst d vbr; (7) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
526 they would quickely tyre out themselues without spurring. Farre bee it from vs to iudge mens hearts: they would quickly tyre out themselves without spurring. far be it from us to judge men's hearts: pns32 vmd av-j vvi av px32 p-acp vvg. av-j vbb pn31 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi ng2 n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
527 or 〈 … 〉 men for that we know not by them ▪ Yet of some that carry themselues with tolerable moderation outwardly ; or 〈 … 〉 men for that we know not by them ▪ Yet of Some that carry themselves with tolerable moderation outwardly; cc 〈 … 〉 n2 c-acp cst pns12 vvb xx p-acp pno32 ▪ av pp-f d cst vvb px32 p-acp j n1 av-j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
528 wee haue some cause to su•pect, that they doe inwardly and in their heart iudge as deepely, we have Some cause to su•pect, that they do inwardly and in their heart judge as deeply, pns12 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vdb av-j cc p-acp po32 n1 vvi c-acp av-jn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
529 as the hottest-spirited 〈 ◊ 〉 And wee gather it from their forward••sse 〈 … 〉 and vpon euery slender occasion obliquity to gi•d, as the hottest-spirited 〈 ◊ 〉 And we gather it from their forward••sse 〈 … 〉 and upon every slender occasion obliquity to gi•d, c-acp dt j 〈 sy 〉 cc pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n1 〈 … 〉 cc p-acp d j n1 n1 pc-acp vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
530 and indirectly to glance at our Church and the discipline and the Ceremonies thereof, as farre as they well dare. and indirectly to glance At our Church and the discipline and the Ceremonies thereof, as Far as they well Dare. cc av-j p-acp vvb p-acp po12 n1 cc dt n1 cc dt n2 av, c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 av vvb. (7) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
531 And if such men meddle no further, wee may reasonably thinke, it is not forward of good will to doe it; but because they d••e not. And if such men meddle no further, we may reasonably think, it is not forward of good will to do it; but Because they d••e not. cc cs d n2 vvb av-dx av-jc, pns12 vmb av-j vvi, pn31 vbz xx j pp-f j n1 pc-acp vdi pn31; cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr xx. (7) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
532 Secondly, though they preach not against these things in the publique Congregations ; yet in their priuate Conuenticles it is not vnknowne some doe. Secondly, though they preach not against these things in the public Congregations; yet in their private Conventicles it is not unknown Some doe. ord, cs pns32 vvb xx p-acp d n2 p-acp dt j n2; av p-acp po32 j-jn n2 pn31 vbz xx j d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
533 Though their Pulpits doe not ring with it; yet their houses do: though their ordinary Sermons ad populum be more modest; Though their Pulpits do not ring with it; yet their houses do: though their ordinary Sermons ad Populum be more modest; cs po32 n2 vdb xx vvi p-acp pn31; av po32 n2 vdb: cs po32 j n2 fw-la fw-la vbb av-dc j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
534 yet their set conferences are somtimes but too free, especially when they are required their opinions by those that inuite them ▪ And what themselues for feare of Censure thus preach but in the eare ; yet their Set conferences Are sometimes but too free, especially when they Are required their opinions by those that invite them ▪ And what themselves for Fear of Censure thus preach but in the ear; av po32 j-vvn n2 vbr av p-acp av j, av-j c-crq pns32 vbr vvn po32 n2 p-acp d cst vvb pno32 ▪ cc q-crq px32 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 av vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
535 their Lay Disciples openly preach on the house top. Thirdly, although both their Pulpits and Tables should be silent: their Lay Disciples openly preach on the house top. Thirdly, although both their Pulpits and Tables should be silent: po32 vvb n2 av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 n1. ord, cs d po32 n2 cc n2 vmd vbi j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
536 yet their Practice sufficiently preacheth their dislike. And who knoweth not that a Reall and Exemplary seducement maketh the Author guilty; yet their Practice sufficiently Preacheth their dislike. And who Knoweth not that a Real and Exemplary seducement makes the Author guilty; av po32 vvi av-j vvz po32 n1. cc q-crq vvz xx d dt j cc j n1 vvz dt n1 j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
537 as well as a Verball and Oratory? Saint Peter did not preach Iudaisme; but only, for offending the Iewes, forbare to eate with the Gentiles: as well as a Verbal and Oratory? Saint Peter did not preach Judaism; but only, for offending the Iewes, forbore to eat with the Gentiles: c-acp av c-acp dt j cc n1? n1 np1 vdd xx vvi n1; cc-acp av-j, p-acp vvg dt np2, vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2-j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
538 yet S, Paul reproueth him for it to his face, and interpreteth that Fact of his, yet S, Paul Reproveth him for it to his face, and interpreteth that Fact of his, av n1, np1 vvz pno31 p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz d n1 pp-f png31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
539 as an effectuall & almost compulsure seducement; Cogis Iudaizare, Gal. 2. Why compellest thou the Gentiles to Iudaize? as an effectual & almost compulsure seducement; Cogis Iudaizare, Gal. 2. Why compellest thou the Gentiles to Judaize? c-acp dt j cc av vvb n1; np1 np1, np1 crd q-crq vv2 pns21 dt np1 pc-acp vvi? (7) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
540 Lastly, it is to be considered, whether it may be enough for a Pastor, not to meddle with these things: Lastly, it is to be considered, whither it may be enough for a Pastor, not to meddle with these things: ord, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pn31 vmb vbi av-d p-acp dt n1, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 47
541 & whether he be not in conscience bound, especially in case he liue among a people distracted in opinions, to declare himselfe expressely either for them, or against them. & whither he be not in conscience bound, especially in case he live among a people distracted in opinions, to declare himself expressly either for them, or against them. cc cs pns31 vbb xx p-acp n1 vvn, av-j p-acp n1 pns31 vvb p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi px31 av-j av-d p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 47
542 If they bee vtterly vnlawfull, and he know it so; If they be utterly unlawful, and he know it so; cs pns32 vbb av-j j, cc pns31 vvb pn31 av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 47
543 how is he not bound in conscience to reproue those that vse them, or require them? otherwise hee betrayeth the truth of God by his silence, how is he not bound in conscience to reprove those that use them, or require them? otherwise he betrayeth the truth of God by his silence, q-crq vbz pns31 xx vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d d vvb pno32, cc vvb pno32? av pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 47
544 and suffereth men to go on in their superstition without rebuke. But if hee be sufficiently resolued of their lawfulnesse; and suffers men to go on in their Superstition without rebuke. But if he be sufficiently resolved of their lawfulness; cc vvz n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1. p-acp cs pns31 vbb av-j vvd pp-f po32 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 47
545 how is he not bound in conscience to reproue those that refuse them, or oppose them? otherwise hee betrayeth the peace of the Church by his silence, how is he not bound in conscience to reprove those that refuse them, or oppose them? otherwise he betrayeth the peace of the Church by his silence, q-crq vbz pns31 xx vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d d vvb pno32, cc vvb pno32? av pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
546 and suffereth men to goe on in their disobedience without rebuke. and suffers men to go on in their disobedience without rebuke. cc vvz n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
547 Nay more, euery Minister that hath receiued pastorall Charge, hath twice or thrice (if not oftener) witnessed his allowance of all and singular the 39. Articles of the Church of England. Nay more, every Minister that hath received pastoral Charge, hath twice or thrice (if not oftener) witnessed his allowance of all and singular the 39. Articles of the Church of England. uh-x av-dc, d vvb cst vhz vvn j-jn vvb, vhz av cc av (cs xx av-c) vvd po31 n1 pp-f d cc j dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
548 Once at his Ordination before the Bishop ; then at his Institution into his Benefice, before his Ordinary ; Once At his Ordination before the Bishop; then At his Institution into his Benefice, before his Ordinary; a-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
549 and both these by Subscription vnder his hand: and both these by Subscription under his hand: cc d d p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
550 and then after vpon his Induction, before his owne Flocke, and that by verbal Approbation. By which Subscription and Approbation, hee hath not onely acknowledged in the Church the power of ordaining Rites and Ceremonies, Art. 20. but hee hath after a sort also bound himselfe openly to rebuke such as willingly and purposely breake the Traditions & Ceremonies of the Church, and then After upon his Induction, before his own Flock, and that by verbal Approbation. By which Subscription and Approbation, he hath not only acknowledged in the Church the power of ordaining Rites and Ceremonies, Art. 20. but he hath After a sort also bound himself openly to rebuke such as willingly and purposely break the Traditions & Ceremonies of the Church, cc av c-acp p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 d vvb, cc cst p-acp j n1. p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1, pns31 vhz xx av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f vvg n2 cc n2, n1 crd p-acp pns31 vhz p-acp dt n1 av vvn px31 av-j pc-acp vvi d c-acp av-j cc av-j vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
551 as offenders against the common Orders of the Church, and wounders of the Consciences of the weake brethren, Art. 34. He then, that for any respect whatsoeuer is meale mouthed in these things wherein he is bound both in Conscience, & by vertue of his owne voluntary Act to speake freely: as offenders against the Common Order of the Church, and wonders of the Consciences of the weak brothers, Art. 34. He then, that for any respect whatsoever is meal mouthed in these things wherein he is bound both in Conscience, & by virtue of his own voluntary Act to speak freely: c-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j n2, n1 crd pns31 av, cst p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz n1 vvn p-acp d n2 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f po31 d j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi av-j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
552 neither is constant to his owne hand and tongue ; neither is constant to his own hand and tongue; av-dx vbz j p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
553 nor is faithfull in Gods •ouse; 〈 ◊ 〉 was Moses, in discharging a good Conscience, nor is faithful in God's •ouse; 〈 ◊ 〉 was Moses, in discharging a good Conscience, ccx vbz j p-acp ng1 n1; 〈 sy 〉 vbds np1, p-acp vvg dt j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
554 and reuealing vnto his people the whole Counsell of God. and revealing unto his people the Whole Counsel of God. cc vvg p-acp po31 n1 dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
555 Thus haue I endeuoured, hauing the opportunity of this place, as I held my selfe both in Conscience, and in regard of my Subscription bound) to deliuer my opinion freely, Thus have I endeavoured, having the opportunity of this place, as I held my self both in Conscience, and in regard of my Subscription bound) to deliver my opinion freely, av vhb pns11 vvd, vhg dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp pns11 vvd po11 n1 av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f po11 n1 vvn) pc-acp vvi po11 n1 av-j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 49
556 so farre as my Text gaue occasion, concerning the Ceremoniall Constitutions of our Church: and therein laboured to free, not onely the Conformer from all vniust Censures ; so Far as my Text gave occasion, Concerning the Ceremonial Constitutions of our Church: and therein laboured to free, not only the Conformer from all unjust Censures; av av-j c-acp po11 n1 vvd n1, vvg dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1: cc av vvd pc-acp vvi, xx av-j dt n1 p-acp d j vvz; (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 49
557 but euen the Non-conformer also, so far as he hath reason to expect it, from all scandalous Despisings. I beseech you pardon my length, if I haue bin troublesome: I had much to say; and the matter was weightie; but even the Non-conformer also, so Far as he hath reason to expect it, from all scandalous Despisings. I beseech you pardon my length, if I have been troublesome: I had much to say; and the matter was weighty; cc-acp av dt j av, av av-j c-acp pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp d j n2-vvg. pns11 vvb pn22 vvb po11 n1, cs pns11 vhb vbn j: pns11 vhd av-d pc-acp vvi; cc dt n1 vbds j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 49
558 and I desired to giue some satisfaction in it to those that are contrary-minded; and I desired to give Some satisfaction in it to those that Are contrary-minded; cc pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp d cst vbr j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 49
559 and I haue no purpose (for any thing I know) at all to trouble this place any more hereafter. and I have no purpose (for any thing I know) At all to trouble this place any more hereafter. cc pns11 vhb dx n1 (c-acp d n1 pns11 vvb) p-acp d pc-acp vvi d n1 d av-dc av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 49
560 Let vs all now humbly beseech Almightie God to grant a blessing to what hath been presently taught and heard: Let us all now humbly beseech Almighty God to grant a blessing to what hath been presently taught and herd: vvb pno12 d av av-j vvi j-jn np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq vhz vbn av-j vvn cc vvn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 49
561 that it may work in the harts of vs all charitable affections one towards another, due obedience to lawfull Authoritie, that it may work in the hearts of us all charitable affections one towards Another, due Obedience to lawful authority, cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno12 d j n2 pi p-acp n-jn, j-jn n1 p-acp j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 49
562 and a conscionable care to walk in our seuerall callings, faithfully, painefully, and peaceably ; and a conscionable care to walk in our several callings, faithfully, painfully, and peaceably; cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 j n2, av-j, av-j, cc av-j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 49
563 to the comfort of our owne soules, the edification of Gods Church, and the glory of the euer-blessed Trinitie, the Father, Sonne, to the Comfort of our own Souls, the edification of God's Church, and the glory of the ever-blessed Trinity, the Father, Son, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, dt n1, n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 49
564 and Holy Ghost, three Persons and one God. and Holy Ghost, three Persons and one God. cc j n1, crd n2 cc crd np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 49
565 To whom be ascribed by vs and the whole Church, as is most due, the Kingdome, the Power and the Glory, for euer and euer. Amen. To whom be ascribed by us and the Whole Church, as is most due, the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen. p-acp ro-crq vbb vvn p-acp pno12 cc dt j-jn n1, c-acp vbz av-ds j-jn, dt n1, dt n1 cc dt n1, c-acp av cc av. uh-n. (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 49
566 THE SECOND SERMON. ROM. 3.8. THE SECOND SERMON. ROM. 3.8. dt ord n1. np1. crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 50
567 And not rather, (as we be slanderously reported, and as some affirme that we say,) Let vs doe euill, that good may come: whose damnation is iust. And not rather, (as we be slanderously reported, and as Some affirm that we say,) Let us doe evil, that good may come: whose damnation is just. cc xx av-c, (c-acp pns12 vbb av-j vvn, cc c-acp d vvb cst pns12 vvb,) vvb pno12 n1 j-jn, cst j vmb vvi: rg-crq n1 vbz j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 50
568 A Little before, at the fourth verse, Saint Paul had deliuered a Conclusion ; sound and comfortable: A Little before, At the fourth verse, Saint Paul had Delivered a Conclusion; found and comfortable: dt j a-acp, p-acp dt ord n1, n1 np1 vhd vvn dt n1; n1 cc j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 50
569 and strengthened it from Dauids both experience, and testimony in Psal. 51. A place pregnant, and full of sinewes to enforce it. The Conclusion in effect was; and strengthened it from David both experience, and testimony in Psalm 51. A place pregnant, and full of sinews to enforce it. The Conclusion in Effect was; cc vvd pn31 p-acp npg1 av-d n1, cc n1 p-acp np1 crd dt n1 j, cc j pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. dt n1 p-acp n1 vbds; (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 50
570 that Nothing in man can annull the Couenant of God. that Nothing in man can annul the Covenant of God. d pix p-acp n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 50
571 Neither the originall vnworthinesse of Gods children, through the vniuersall corruption of nature, nor their actuall vnfaithfulnesse bewrayed (through frailtie) in particular tryals; Neither the original unworthiness of God's children, through the universal corruption of nature, nor their actual unfaithfulness bewrayed (through frailty) in particular trials; d dt j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, ccx po32 j n1 vvd (p-acp n1) p-acp j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 50
572 can alienate the free loue of God from them, or cut them off from the Couenant of Grace: can alienate the free love of God from them, or Cut them off from the Covenant of Grace: vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, cc vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 50
573 but that still God will be glorified in the truth and faithfulnes of his promises, notwithstanding any vnrighteousnes or vnfaithfulnes in man. but that still God will be glorified in the truth and faithfulness of his promises, notwithstanding any unrighteousness or unfaithfulness in man. cc-acp cst j np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2, c-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 50
574 But neuer yet was any Truth so happily innocent, as to maintaine it selfe free from Calumnie and Abuse. Malite on the one hand, and Fleshlinesse on the other; But never yet was any Truth so happily innocent, as to maintain it self free from Calumny and Abuse. Malite on the one hand, and Fleshliness on the other; cc-acp av av vbds d n1 av av-j j-jn, p-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 j p-acp n1 cc vvi. np1 p-acp dt crd n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
575 though with different aimes, yet doe the same worke. though with different aims, yet do the same work. cs p-acp j n2, av vdb dt d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
576 They both peruert the Truth, by drawing pestilent Corollaries from sound Conclusions, as the Spider sucketh poyson from medicinable herbes. But with this difference; They both pervert the Truth, by drawing pestilent Corollaries from found Conclusions, as the Spider sucketh poison from medicinable herbs. But with this difference; pns32 d vvi dt n1, p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp j n2. p-acp p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
577 Malice slandereth the Truth, to discountenance it: but Fleshlinesse abuseth the Truth, to countenance it self by it. Malice Slandereth the Truth, to discountenance it: but Fleshliness abuseth the Truth, to countenance it self by it. n1 vvz dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31: cc-acp n1 vvz dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
578 The cauilling Sophister, hee would faine bring the Apostles gracious Doctrine into discredit: The carnall Libertine, he would as faine bring his owne vngracious behauiour into credit. The cavilling Sophister, he would feign bring the Apostles gracious Doctrine into discredit: The carnal Libertine, he would as feign bring his own ungracious behaviour into credit. dt vvg n1, pns31 vmd av-j vvi dt n2 j n1 p-acp n1: dt j n1, pns31 vmd c-acp av-j vvi po31 d j n1 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
579 Both, by making false, yet colourable, Inferences from the former Conclusion. There are three of those Inferences: but neuer a good. The first ; Both, by making false, yet colourable, Inferences from the former Conclusion. There Are three of those Inferences: but never a good. The First; av-d, p-acp vvg j, av j, n2 p-acp dt j n1. pc-acp vbr crd pp-f d n2: cc-acp av-x dt j. dt ord; (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
580 If so, then cannot God in reason and iustice take vengeance of our vnrighteousnesse. If so, then cannot God in reason and Justice take vengeance of our unrighteousness. cs av, av vmbx n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvb n1 pp-f po12 n1-u. (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
581 The Colour: for why should he punish vs for that, which so much magnifieth and commendeth his righteousnesse? But if our vnrighteousnes commend the righteousnesse of God, what shal we say? Is God vnrighteous that taketh vengeance ? The second Inference: If so; The Colour: for why should he Punish us for that, which so much magnifieth and commends his righteousness? But if our unrighteousness commend the righteousness of God, what shall we say? Is God unrighteous that Takes vengeance? The second Inference: If so; dt n1: p-acp q-crq vmd pns31 vvi pno12 p-acp d, r-crq av d vvz cc vvz po31 n1? cc-acp cs po12 n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb pns12 vvi? vbz np1 j cst vvz n1? dt ord n1: cs av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
582 then it is iniust either in God or Man to condemne vs as sinners, for breaking the Law. then it is injust either in God or Man to condemn us as Sinners, for breaking the Law. cs pn31 vbz j av-d p-acp np1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n2, p-acp vvg dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
583 The Colour: for why should that action be censured of sinne, which so abundantly redoundeth to the glorie of God? For if the Truth of God hath more abounded, through my lie, The Colour: for why should that actium be censured of sin, which so abundantly redoundeth to the glory of God? For if the Truth of God hath more abounded, through my lie, dt n1: p-acp q-crq vmd d n1 vbi vvn pp-f n1, r-crq av av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz dc vvn, p-acp po11 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
584 vnto his glorie, why yet am I also iudged as a sinner ? The third, and last, and worst Inference: unto his glory, why yet am I also judged as a sinner? The third, and last, and worst Inference: p-acp po31 n1, uh-crq av vbm pns11 av vvn p-acp dt n1? dt ord, cc ord, cc js n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
585 If so, then it is a good and a wise resolution, Let vs sinne freely, and boldly commit euill. If so, then it is a good and a wise resolution, Let us sin freely, and boldly commit evil. cs av, cs pn31 vbz dt j cc dt j n1, vvb pno12 n1 av-j, cc av-j vvi j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
586 The Colour: for why should we feare to doe that, from which so much good may come? in this verse of my Text, And not rather, Let vs doe euill, that good may come. The Colour: for why should we Fear to do that, from which so much good may come? in this verse of my Text, And not rather, Let us doe evil, that good may come. dt n1: p-acp q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vdi d, p-acp r-crq av d j vmb vvi? p-acp d n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc xx av-c, vvb pno12 n1 j-jn, cst j vmb vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
587 This last cauilling Inference, the Apostle in this verse both bringeth in, and casteth out againe: bringeth in, as an obiection ; This last cavilling Inference, the Apostle in this verse both brings in, and Cast out again: brings in, as an objection; d ord vvg n1, dt n1 p-acp d n1 av-d vvz p-acp, cc vvz av av: vvz p-acp, p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 52
588 and casteth out by his answer. An answer which at once cutteth off both it, and the former inferences. And the Answer is double: Ad rem, ad hominem. and Cast out by his answer. an answer which At once cutteth off both it, and the former inferences. And the Answer is double: Ad remembering, ad hominem. cc vvz av p-acp po31 vvi. dt n1 r-crq p-acp a-acp vvz a-acp av-d pn31, cc dt j n2. cc dt vvb vbz j-jn: fw-la vvg, fw-la fw-la. (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 52
589 That concerneth the force and matter of the obiection: this, the state and danger of the obiectors. Ad rem, in the former part of the verse; That concerns the force and matter of the objection: this, the state and danger of the objectors. Ad remembering, in the former part of the verse; cst vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: d, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2. fw-la vvg, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 52
590 [ And not rather (as we be slanderously reported, and as some affirme that we say,) Let vs do euill, that good may come. [ And not rather (as we be slanderously reported, and as Some affirm that we say,) Let us do evil, that good may come. [ cc xx av-c (c-acp pns12 vbb av-j vvn, cc c-acp d vvb cst pns12 vvb,) vvb pno12 vdi j-jn, cst j vmb vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 52
591 ] Ad hominem, in the latter end; [ Whose damnation is iust. ] In the former part, there is an Obiection ; and the Reiection of it. ] Ad hominem, in the latter end; [ Whose damnation is just. ] In the former part, there is an Objection; and the Rejection of it. ] fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt d n1; [ rg-crq n1 vbz j. ] p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1; cc dt n1 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 52
592 The Obiection, And not rather, Let vs doe euill that good may come. The Reiection thereof with a Non sequitur ; The Objection, And not rather, Let us do evil that good may come. The Rejection thereof with a Non sequitur; dt n1, cc xx av-c, vvb pno12 vdi n-jn cst j vmb vvi. dt n1 av p-acp dt fw-fr fw-la; (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 52
593 implying not onely the bare in consequence of it vpon the Apostles Conclusion, but withall, and especially the falsenes & vnsoundnes of it taken by it selfe; implying not only the bore in consequence of it upon the Apostles Conclusion, but withal, and especially the falseness & unsoundness of it taken by it self; vvg xx av-j dt j p-acp n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2 n1, cc-acp av, cc av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vvn p-acp pn31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 52
594 As we be slanderously reported, and as some affirme that we say, Let vs doe euill, &c. My aime at this present is to insist especially vpon on a Principle of practike Diuinitie ; As we be slanderously reported, and as Some affirm that we say, Let us doe evil, etc. My aim At this present is to insist especially upon on a Principle of practic Divinity; c-acp pns12 vbb av-j vvn, cc c-acp d vvb cst pns12 vvb, vvb pno12 n1 j-jn, av po11 vvb p-acp d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 52
595 which by ioynt consent of Writers old, and new; Orthodoxe, and Popish ; which by joint consent of Writers old, and new; Orthodox, and Popish; r-crq p-acp j n1 pp-f n2 j, cc j; n1, cc j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 52
596 resulteth from the very body of this verse, and is of right good vse to direct vs in sundry difficulties, which daily arise in vitae communi, in point of Conscience. The Principle is this; resulteth from the very body of this verse, and is of right good use to Direct us in sundry difficulties, which daily arise in vitae Communi, in point of Conscience. The Principle is this; vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cc vbz pp-f j-jn j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j n2, r-crq av-j vvb p-acp fw-la fw-la, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 vbz d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 53
597 We must not do any euill, that any good may come of it. We must not do any evil, that any good may come of it. pns12 vmb xx vdi d n-jn, cst d j vmb vvi pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 53
598 Yet there are besides this, in the Text diuers other inferiour obseruations not to bee neglected. Yet there Are beside this, in the Text diverse other inferior observations not to be neglected. av a-acp vbr p-acp d, p-acp dt n1 j j-jn j-jn n2 xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 53
599 With which I think it wil not be amisse to begin, and to dispatch them first briefly; With which I think it will not be amiss to begin, and to dispatch them First briefly; p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb pn31 vmb xx vbi av pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 ord av-j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 53
600 that so I may fall the sooner, and stay the longer vpon that which I mainely intend. that so I may fallen the sooner, and stay the longer upon that which I mainly intend. cst av pns11 vmb vvi dt av-c, cc vvb dt jc p-acp d r-crq pns11 av-j vvb. (8) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 53
601 Obserue first the Apostles Method, and substantiall manner of proceeding: how he cleareth all as he goeth; Observe First the Apostles Method, and substantial manner of proceeding: how he cleareth all as he Goes; vvb ord dt n2 n1, cc j n1 pp-f vvg: c-crq pns31 vvz d c-acp pns31 vvz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 53
602 how diligent he is and carefull, betimes to remoue such cauils, (though he step a little out of his way for it) as might bring scandall to the Truth he had deliuered. how diligent he is and careful, betimes to remove such cavils, (though he step a little out of his Way for it) as might bring scandal to the Truth he had Delivered. c-crq j pns31 vbz cc j, av pc-acp vvi d vvz, (cs pns31 vvb dt j av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pn31) c-acp vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 53
603 When we preach and instruct others, we should not thinke it enough to deliuer positiue truths : When we preach and instruct Others, we should not think it enough to deliver positive truths: c-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi n2-jn, pns12 vmd xx vvi pn31 av-d pc-acp vvi j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 53
604 but we should take good care also, as neere as we can, to leaue them cleare ; but we should take good care also, as near as we can, to leave them clear; cc-acp pns12 vmd vvi j n1 av, c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmb, pc-acp vvi pno32 j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 53
605 and by preuention to stop the mouthes of such, as loue to picke quarrels at the Truth, and by prevention to stop the mouths of such, as love to pick quarrels At the Truth, cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d, c-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 53
606 and to barke against the light. and to bark against the Light. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 53
607 It were good we would (so farre as our leisure and gifts will permit) wisely forecast, It were good we would (so Far as our leisure and Gifts will permit) wisely forecast, pn31 vbdr j pns12 vmd (av av-j c-acp po12 n1 cc n2 vmb vvi) av-j vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 53
608 and preuent all offence that might be taken at any part of Gods truth: and prevent all offence that might be taken At any part of God's truth: cc vvi d n1 cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 53
609 and be carefull, as not to broach any thing that is false, through rashnesse, errour, or intemperance ; and be careful, as not to broach any thing that is false, through rashness, error, or intemperance; cc vbi j, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vbz j, p-acp n1, n1, cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 53
610 so not to betray any truth by ignorant handling, or by superficiall, flight, and vnsatisfying answers. so not to betray any truth by ignorant handling, or by superficial, flight, and unsatisfying answers. av xx pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp j n-vvg, cc p-acp j, n1, cc vvg n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 53
611 But then especially concerneth it vs to bee most carefull herein; But then especially concerns it us to be most careful herein; p-acp av av-j vvz pn31 pno12 pc-acp vbi av-ds j av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 53
612 when wee haue to speake before such, as we haue some cause beforehand to suspect to be, through ignorance, or weakenesse, or custome, or education, or preiudice, or partiall affections, or otherwise contrary-minded vnto, when we have to speak before such, as we have Some cause beforehand to suspect to be, through ignorance, or weakness, or custom, or education, or prejudice, or partial affections, or otherwise contrary-minded unto, c-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp d, c-acp pns12 vhb d n1 av pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi, p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc j n2, cc av j p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 54
613 or at leastwise not wel perswaded of those Truths we are to teach. If the wayes be rough and knotty, and the passengers feeble-ioynted and darke-sighted: or At leastwise not well persuaded of those Truths we Are to teach. If the ways be rough and knotty, and the passengers feeble-jointed and dark-sighted: cc p-acp av xx av vvn pp-f d n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi. cs dt n2 vbb j cc j, cc dt n2 j cc j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 54
614 it is but needfull the guides should remoue as many blockes and stones out of the way, as may bee. it is but needful the guides should remove as many blocks and stones out of the Way, as may be. pn31 vbz p-acp j dt vvz vmd vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2 av pp-f dt n1, c-acp vmb vbi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 54
615 When we haue gone as warily as we can to work, Cauillers (if they list) will take exceptions: When we have gone as warily as we can to work, Cavillers (if they list) will take exceptions: c-crq pns12 vhb vvn a-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmb p-acp n1, n2 (cs pns32 vvb) vmb vvi n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 54
616 it is our part to see wee giue them not the aduantage, lest wee helpe to iustifie the Principals, by making our selues Accessories. Those men are ill aduised, it is our part to see we give them not the advantage, lest we help to justify the Principals, by making our selves Accessories. Those men Are ill advised, pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pns12 vvb pno32 xx dt n1, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n2-jn, p-acp vvg po12 n2 n2-jn. d n2 vbr av-jn vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 54
617 how euer zealous for the Truth, that stirre in controuersed points, and leaue them worse than they found them. how ever zealous for the Truth, that stir in controversed points, and leave them Worse than they found them. c-crq av j p-acp dt n1, cst vvb p-acp vvn n2, cc vvi pno32 av-jc cs pns32 vvd pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 54
618 Stomake will not beare out a man without strength: and to encounter an aduersary are required Shoulders, as well as gall. A good cause is neuer betrayed-more, Stomach will not bear out a man without strength: and to encounter an adversary Are required Shoulders, as well as Gall. A good cause is never betrayed-more, n1 vmb xx vvi av dt n1 p-acp n1: cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbr vvn n2, c-acp av c-acp n1. dt j n1 vbz av j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 54
619 than when it is prosecuted with much eagernesse, but little sufficiencie. This from the method. Obserue secondly the Apostles maner of speech, NONLATINALPHABET. Translators render it; than when it is prosecuted with much eagerness, but little sufficiency. This from the method. Observe secondly the Apostles manner of speech,. Translators render it; cs c-crq pn31 vbz vvd p-acp d n1, p-acp j n1. d p-acp dt n1. vvb ord dt n2 n1 pp-f n1,. n2 vvb pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 54
620 As we are wrongfully blamed, As we are slandered, As we are slanderously reported. And the word indeede from the Originall importeth no more: As we Are wrongfully blamed, As we Are slandered, As we Are slanderously reported. And the word indeed from the Original imports no more: p-acp pns12 vbr av-j vvn, c-acp pns12 vbr vvn, c-acp pns12 vbr av-j vvn. cc dt n1 av p-acp dt j-jn vvz dx av-dc: (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 54
621 and so Writers both Prophane, and Sacred vse it. and so Writers both Profane, and Sacred use it. cc av n2 d j, cc j vvb pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 54
622 But yet in Scriptures by a Specialtie it most times signifieth the highest degree of Slander ; But yet in Scriptures by a Specialty it most times signifies the highest degree of Slander; p-acp av p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pn31 av-ds n2 vvz dt js n1 pp-f vvb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 54
623 when we open our mouthes against God, and speake ill, or amisse, or vnworthily of God: when we open our mouths against God, and speak ill, or amiss, or unworthily of God: c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp np1, cc vvi j-jn, cc av, cc av-j pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 54
624 that is NONLATINALPHABET, and properly the sin wee call Blasphemy. And yet, that very word of Blasphemy, which for the most part referreth immediately to God, the Apostle heere vseth, that is, and properly the since we call Blasphemy. And yet, that very word of Blasphemy, which for the most part Refers immediately to God, the Apostle Here uses, cst vbz, cc av-j dt n1 pns12 vvb n1. cc av, cst j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp dt av-ds n1 vvz av-j p-acp np1, dt n1 av vvz, (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
625 when he speaketh of himselfe and other Christian Ministers NONLATINALPHABET, as we are slandered, nay as we are blasphemed. A slander or other wrong or contempt done to a Minister, quà talis, is a sinne of a higher straine, when he speaks of himself and other Christian Ministers, as we Are slandered, nay as we Are blasphemed. A slander or other wrong or contempt done to a Minister, quà Talis, is a sin of a higher strain, c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f px31 cc j-jn njp vvz, c-acp pns12 vbr vvn, uh c-acp pns12 vbr vvn. dt n1 cc j-jn vvb cc n1 vdn p-acp dt vvi, fw-la fw-la, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
626 than the same done to a common Christian. Not at all for his Persons sake: for so he is no more Gods good creature than the other; than the same done to a Common Christian. Not At all for his Persons sake: for so he is no more God's good creature than the other; cs dt d vdn p-acp dt j np1. xx p-acp d c-acp po31 n2 n1: c-acp av pns31 vbz dx dc n2 j n1 cs dt n-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
627 no more free from sinnes, and infirmities and passions than the other. But for his Callings sake; no more free from Sins, and infirmities and passion than the other. But for his Callings sake; dx av-dc j p-acp n2, cc n2 cc n2 cs dt n-jn. p-acp p-acp po31 n2 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
628 for so hee is Gods Embassadour, which the other is not: and for his workes sake; for so he is God's Ambassador, which the other is not: and for his works sake; c-acp av pns31 vbz ng1 n1, r-crq dt n-jn vbz xx: cc p-acp po31 vvz n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
629 for that is Gods message, which the others is not. Personall Slanders and Contempts are to a Minister, but as to another man: for that is God's message, which the Others is not. Personal Slanders and Contempts Are to a Minister, but as to Another man: p-acp d vbz npg1 n1, r-crq dt n2-jn vbz xx. j n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp dt vvi, p-acp c-acp p-acp j-jn n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
630 because his person is but as another mans Person. Because his person is but as Another men Person. c-acp po31 n1 vbz cc-acp c-acp j-jn ng1 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
631 But Slanders and Contempts done to him as a Minister, that is, with reference either to his Calling, or Doctrine, are much greater than to another man: as reaching vnto God himselfe; But Slanders and Contempts done to him as a Minister, that is, with Referente either to his Calling, or Doctrine, Are much greater than to Another man: as reaching unto God himself; p-acp n2 cc n2 vdn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, p-acp n1 av-d p-acp po31 vvg, cc n1, vbr d jc cs p-acp j-jn n1: c-acp vvg p-acp np1 px31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
632 whose Person the Minister representeth in his Calling ; whose Person the Minister Representeth in his Calling; r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 vvg; (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
633 and whose errand the Minister delivereth in his Doctrine. For Contempts, Saint Paul is expresse elsewhere; and whose errand the Minister Delivereth in his Doctrine. For Contempts, Faint Paul is express elsewhere; cc rg-crq n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1. p-acp n2, j np1 vbz j av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
634 He that despiseth, despiseth not Man, but God. And as for Slanders ; the very choice of the word in my Text inferreth as much. He that despises, despises not Man, but God. And as for Slanders; the very choice of the word in my Text infers as much. pns31 cst vvz, vvz xx n1, cc-acp np1. cc c-acp p-acp n2; dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 vvz a-acp av-d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
635 The dignitie of our Calling, enhaunceth the sinne: and euerie Slander against our regular Doctrines, is more than a bare Calumnie ; The dignity of our Calling, enhanceth the sin: and every Slander against our regular Doctrines, is more than a bore Calumny; dt n1 pp-f po12 vvg, vvz dt n1: cc d n1 p-acp po12 j n2, vbz dc cs dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
636 if no more, at least petty blasphemie NONLATINALPHABET, As wee are slandered, as wee are blasphemed. That from the word. if no more, At least Petty blasphemy, As we Are slandered, as we Are blasphemed. That from the word. cs dx av-dc, p-acp ds j n1, c-acp pns12 vbr vvn, c-acp pns12 vbr vvn. cst p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 55
637 Obserue thirdly, the wrong done to the Apostle, and to his Doctrine. Observe Thirdly, the wrong done to the Apostle, and to his Doctrine. vvb ord, dt n-jn vdn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 56
638 Hee was slanderously reported to haue taught that, which hee neuer so much as thought: and his Doctrine had many scandalous imputations fastened vpon it, whereof neither hee nor it were guilty, [ As we are slanderously reported, He was slanderously reported to have taught that, which he never so much as Thought: and his Doctrine had many scandalous imputations fastened upon it, whereof neither he nor it were guilty, [ As we Are slanderously reported, pns31 vbds av-j vvn pc-acp vhi vvn cst, r-crq pns31 av-x av av-d c-acp vvd: cc po31 n1 vhd d j n2 vvn p-acp pn31, c-crq d pns31 ccx pn31 vbdr j, [ c-acp pns12 vbr av-j vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 56
639 and as some affirme that we say. ] The best truths are subiect to mis-interpretation: and there is not that Doctrine, how firmely soeuer grounded, how warily soeuer deliuered; and as Some affirm that we say. ] The best truths Are Subject to misinterpretation: and there is not that Doctrine, how firmly soever grounded, how warily soever Delivered; cc c-acp d vvb cst pns12 vvb. ] dt js n2 vbr j-jn p-acp n1: cc pc-acp vbz xx d n1, c-crq av-j av vvn, c-crq av-j av vvd; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 56
640 whereon Calumny wil not fasten, and stick slanderous imputations. Neither Iohns mourning, nor Christs piping can passe the pikes: whereon Calumny will not fasten, and stick slanderous imputations. Neither Iohns mourning, nor Christ piping can pass the pikes: c-crq n1 vmb xx vvi, cc vvi j n2. av-d npg1 n1, ccx npg1 vvg vmb vvi dt n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 56
641 but the one hath a Diuell ; the other is a glutton and a wine-bibber. but the one hath a devil; the other is a glutton and a winebibber. cc-acp dt crd vhz dt n1; dt n-jn vbz dt n1 cc dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 56
642 Though Christ come to fulfill the Law, yet there bee will accuse him as a destroyer of the Law, Matth. 5. And though he decide the question plainely for Caesar, and that in the case of Tribute, Matth. 22. Giue vnto Caesar the things that are Caesars: Though christ come to fulfil the Law, yet there be will accuse him as a destroyer of the Law, Matthew 5. And though he decide the question plainly for Caesar, and that in the case of Tribute, Matthew 22. Give unto Caesar the things that Are Caesars: cs np1 vvn p-acp vvb dt n1, av pc-acp vbi vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd cc cs pns31 vvb dt n1 av-j p-acp np1, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd vvb p-acp np1 dt n2 cst vbr npg1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 56
643 yet there be that charge him, as if hee spake against Caesar, Ioh. 19. and that in the very case of Tribute, yet there be that charge him, as if he spoke against Caesar, John 19. and that in the very case of Tribute, av pc-acp vbi d n1 pno31, c-acp cs pns31 vvd p-acp np1, np1 crd cc d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 56
644 as if hee forbade to giue Tribute vnto Caesar, Luke 23. Now if they called the Master of the house Beelzebub ; as if he forbade to give Tribute unto Caesar, Lycia 23. Now if they called the Master of the house Beelzebub; c-acp cs pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, av crd av cs pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 56
645 how much more them of his houshold? If Christs did not; how much more them of his household? If Christ did not; c-crq d dc pno32 pp-f po31 n1? cs npg1 vdd xx; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 56
646 thinke wee the doctrine of his Ministers and his Seruants could escape the stroke of mens tongues, think we the Doctrine of his Ministers and his Servants could escape the stroke of men's tongues, vvb pns12 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc po31 n2 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 56
647 and bee free from calumny and cauill ? How the Apostles were slandered as Seducers, and be free from calumny and cavil? How the Apostles were slandered as Seducers, cc vbi j p-acp n1 cc vvb? c-crq dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 56
648 and Sectaries, and vaine babblers, and Heretiques, and broachers of new and false and pestilent doctrines; and Sectaries, and vain babblers, and Heretics, and broachers of new and false and pestilent doctrines; cc n2, cc j n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f j cc j cc j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 56
649 their Epistles, and the booke of their Acts witnesse abundantly to vs. And for succeeding times, reade but the Apologies of Athenagoras, and Tertullian, and others: their Epistles, and the book of their Acts witness abundantly to us And for succeeding times, read but the Apologies of Athenagoras, and Tertullian, and Others: po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vvi av-j p-acp pno12 cc p-acp j-vvg n2, vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc np1, cc n2-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 57
650 and it will amaze you to see what blasphemous, and seditious, and odious, and horrible impieties, were fathered vpon the ancient Christian Doctors, and vpon their profession. But our owne experience goeth beyond all. and it will amaze you to see what blasphemous, and seditious, and odious, and horrible impieties, were fathered upon the ancient Christian Doctors, and upon their profession. But our own experience Goes beyond all. cc pn31 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi r-crq j, cc j, cc j, cc j n2, vbdr vvn p-acp dt j np1 n2, cc p-acp po32 n1. p-acp po12 d n1 vvz p-acp d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 57
651 The Doctors of our Church teach truely, and agreeably to vnanswerable euidences of Scripture, the effectual concurrence of Gods will and power, with subordinate Agents; The Doctors of our Church teach truly, and agreeably to unanswerable evidences of Scripture, the effectual concurrence of God's will and power, with subordinate Agents; dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vvi av-j, cc av-j p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f npg1 vmb cc n1, p-acp j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 57
652 in euery, and therefore euen in sinfull actions; in every, and Therefore even in sinful actions; p-acp d, cc av av-j p-acp j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 57
653 Gods free election of those whom hee purposeth to saue of his owne grace, without any motiues in, or from themselues; God's free election of those whom he Purposes to save of his own grace, without any motives in, or from themselves; npg1 j n1 pp-f d r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 d n1, p-acp d n2 p-acp, cc p-acp px32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 57
654 The immutabilitie of Gods Loue & Grace towards the Saints, and their certaine perseuerance therein vnto Saluation ; The immutability of God's Love & Grace towards the Saints, and their certain perseverance therein unto Salvation; dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc vvb p-acp dt n2, cc po32 j n1 av p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 57
655 The Iustification of sinners by the imputed righteousnesse of Christ, apprehended and applyed vnto them by a liuely faith ; The Justification of Sinners by the imputed righteousness of christ, apprehended and applied unto them by a lively faith; dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt vvd n1 pp-f np1, vvn cc vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 57
656 without the works of the Law. These are sound, and true, and comfortable, and profitable, and necessary doctrines. without the works of the Law. These Are found, and true, and comfortable, and profitable, and necessary doctrines. p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1. d vbr j, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 57
657 And yet that impudent Strumpet of Rome hath the forehead, I will not say to slander, my Text alloweth more, to blaspheme God, And yet that impudent Strumpet of Room hath the forehead, I will not say to slander, my Text alloweth more, to Blaspheme God, cc av d j n1 pp-f vvb vhz dt n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp vvb, po11 n1 vvz av-dc, p-acp vvb np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 57
658 and his Truth, and the Ministers thereof for teaching them. Bellarmine, Gretser, Maldonate, & the Iesuites; and his Truth, and the Ministers thereof for teaching them. Bellarmine, Gretser, Maldonate, & the Iesuites; cc po31 n1, cc dt n2 av p-acp vvg pno32. np1, np1, fw-it, cc dt np2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 57
659 but none more than our owne English Fugitiues, Bristow, Stapleton, Parsons, Kellison, and all the rabble of those Romish hellhounds, freely spend their mouthes in barking against vs; but none more than our own English Fugitives, Bristol, Stapleton, Parsons, Kellison, and all the rabble of those Romish hellhounds, freely spend their mouths in barking against us; cc-acp pix av-dc cs po12 d jp n2-jn, np1, np1, np1, np1, cc d dt n1 pp-f d jp n2, av-j vvi po32 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp pno12; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 57
660 as if we made God the author of sinne: as if we made God the author of sin: c-acp cs pns12 vvd np1 dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 57
661 as if wee would haue men sinne and be damned, by a Stoicall fatall necessitie; sinne whether they will or no, as if we would have men sin and be damned, by a Stoical fatal necessity; sin whither they will or no, c-acp cs pns12 vmd vhi n2 vvb cc vbb vvn, p-acp dt j j n1; n1 cs pns32 vmb cc uh-dx, (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 58
662 and be damned whether they deserue it or no: as if wee opened a gappe to all licenciousnesse and prophanenesse ; and be damned whither they deserve it or not: as if we opened a gap to all licentiousness and profaneness; cc vbb vvn cs pns32 vvb pn31 cc xx: c-acp cs pns12 vvd dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 58
663 let men beleeue, it is no matter how they liue, heauen is their owne cock-sure: as if we cryed downe good workes, & condemned charity. Slanders loud, and false; let men believe, it is no matter how they live, heaven is their own cocksure: as if we cried down good works, & condemned charity. Slanders loud, and false; vvb n2 vvi, pn31 vbz dx n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, n1 vbz po32 d j: c-acp cs pns12 vvd a-acp j n2, cc j-vvn n1. n2 j, cc j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 58
664 yet easily blowne away with one single word, NONLATINALPHABET. yet Easily blown away with one single word,. av av-j vvn av p-acp crd j n1,. (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 58
665 These imputations vpon vs and our doctrine are vniust: but NONLATINALPHABET, let them that thus mis-report vs, know, that without repentance their damnation will be iust. These imputations upon us and our Doctrine Are unjust: but, let them that thus misreport us, know, that without Repentance their damnation will be just. np1 n2 p-acp pno12 cc po12 n1 vbr j: p-acp, vvb pno32 cst av n1 pno12, vvb, cst p-acp n1 po32 n1 vmb vbi j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 58
666 It would be time not ill spent, to discouer the grounds of this obseruation, and to presse the vses of it something fully. It would be time not ill spent, to discover the grounds of this observation, and to press the uses of it something Fully. pn31 vmd vbi n1 xx av-jn vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31 pi av-j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 58
667 But because my ayme lyeth another way; I can but point at them, and passe. If seldome Truth scape vnslandered, maruell not: the reasons are euident. But Because my aim lies Another Way; I can but point At them, and pass. If seldom Truth escape unslandered, marvel not: the Reasons Are evident. cc-acp c-acp po11 n1 vvz j-jn n1; pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvi. cs av n1 vvb j, vvb xx: dt n2 vbr j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 58
668 On Gods part, on Mans part, on the Diuels part. God suffereth, Man rayseth: & the Diuel furthereth these slanders against the Truth. On God's part, on men part, on the Devils part. God suffers, Man raises: & the devil furthereth these slanders against the Truth. p-acp npg1 vvb, p-acp n2 vvb, p-acp dt n2 vvb. np1 vvz, n1 vvz: cc dt n1 vvz d n2 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 58
669 To begin ordine retrogrado, & to take them backwards. First, on the Diuels part: a kinde of Contrariety and Antipathie betwixt him and it. To begin Order retrogrado, & to take them backwards. First, on the Devils part: a kind of Contrariety and Antipathy betwixt him and it. p-acp vvi n1 fw-it, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j. ord, p-acp dt n2 n1: dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 cc pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 58
670 Hee being the Father of lies, and Prince of darknesse, cannot away with the Truth, and with the Light: and therefore casteth vp slanders, He being the Father of lies, and Prince of darkness, cannot away with the Truth, and with the Light: and Therefore Cast up slanders, pns31 vbg dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n1, vmbx av p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1: cc av vvz a-acp n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 58
671 as Fogs and Mists against the Truth to belie it, and against the Light to darken it. Secondly, on mans part: as Fogs and Mists against the Truth to belie it, and against the Light to darken it. Secondly, on men part: c-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc p-acp dt j pc-acp vvi pn31. ord, p-acp ng1 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 58
672 And that partly in the Vnderstanding ; And that partly in the Understanding; cc cst av p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 58
673 when the iudgement either of it selfe weake, or else weakened through precipitancie, preiudice, or otherwise, is deceiued with fallacies instead of substance, and mistaketh seeming inferences, for necessary and naturall deductions. Partly in the Will ; when the judgement either of it self weak, or Else weakened through precipitancy, prejudice, or otherwise, is deceived with fallacies instead of substance, and mistakes seeming inferences, for necessary and natural deductions. Partly in the Will; c-crq dt n1 d pp-f pn31 n1 j, cc av vvn p-acp n1, n1, cc av, vbz vvn p-acp n2 av pp-f n1, cc vvz vvg n2, p-acp j cc j n2. av p-acp dt vmb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 59
674 when men of corrupt mindes set themselues purposely against the knowne truth, and out of malicious wilfulnesse (against the strong testimonie of their owne hearts) slander it, that so they may disgrace it, and them that professe it. Partly in the Affections ; when men of corrupt minds Set themselves purposely against the known truth, and out of malicious wilfulness (against the strong testimony of their own hearts) slander it, that so they may disgrace it, and them that profess it. Partly in the Affections; c-crq n2 pp-f j n2 vvi px32 av p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc av pp-f j n1 (p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 d n2) vvb pn31, cst av pns32 vmb vvi pn31, cc pno32 cst vvb pn31. av p-acp dt n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 59
675 when men ouercome by carnall affections, are content to cheate their owne soules by giuing such constructions to Gods Truth, when men overcome by carnal affections, Are content to cheat their own Souls by giving such constructions to God's Truth, c-crq n2 vvn p-acp j n2, vbr j pc-acp vvi po32 d n2 p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 59
676 as will for requital, giue largest allowance to their practices, and so rather chuse to crooken the Rule to their own bent, as will for requital, give Largest allowance to their practices, and so rather choose to crooken the Rule to their own bent, c-acp vmb p-acp n1, vvb js n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc av av vvi p-acp j-vvn dt vvb p-acp po32 d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 59
677 than to leuell themselues and their affections and liues according to the Rule. Thirdly, on Gods part; than to level themselves and their affections and lives according to the Rule. Thirdly, on God's part; cs p-acp j-jn px32 cc po32 n2 cc n2 vvg p-acp dt n1. ord, p-acp n2 vvb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 59
678 who suffereth his owne Truth to be slandered and mistaken. Partly in his Iustice ; as a fearefull Iudgement vpon wicked ones, whereby their hard hearts become yet more hardened, who suffers his own Truth to be slandered and mistaken. Partly in his justice; as a fearful Judgement upon wicked ones, whereby their hard hearts become yet more hardened, r-crq vvz po31 d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn. av p-acp po31 n1; c-acp dt j n1 p-acp j pi2, q-crq po32 j n2 vvi av av-dc vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 59
679 and their most iust condemnation yet more iust. Partly, in his Goodnesse ; and their most just condemnation yet more just. Partly, in his goodness; cc po32 av-ds j n1 av av-dc j. av, p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 59
680 as a powerfull fiery triall of true Doctors, whose constancie and sinceritie is the more approued with him, as a powerful fiery trial of true Doctors, whose constancy and sincerity is the more approved with him, c-acp dt j j n1 pp-f j n2, rg-crq n1 cc n1 vbz dt n1 j-vvn p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 59
681 and the more eminent with men, if they flie not when the Wolfe commeth, but keepe their standing, and the more eminent with men, if they fly not when the Wolf comes, but keep their standing, cc dt dc j p-acp n2, cs pns32 vvb xx c-crq dt n1 vvz, p-acp vvi po32 n-vvg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 59
682 and stoutly maintaine Gods truth, when it is deepliest slandered, and hotliest opposed. And partly, in his Wisedome ; and stoutly maintain God's truth, when it is deepliest slandered, and hotliest opposed. And partly, in his Wisdom; cc av-j vvi npg1 n1, c-crq pn31 vbz vv2 vvn, cc av-js vvn. cc av, p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 59
683 as a rich occasion for those, whom hee hath gifted for it, NONLATINALPHABET to awaken their zeale, to quicken vp their industrie, to muster vp their abilities, to scowre vp their spirituall armour, (which else through dis-vse might gather rust) for the defence, and for the rescue of that NONLATINALPHABET, that precious truth whereof they are depositaries, & wherewith he hath entrusted them. as a rich occasion for those, whom he hath gifted for it, to awaken their zeal, to quicken up their industry, to muster up their abilities, to scour up their spiritual armour, (which Else through disuse might gather rust) for the defence, and for the rescue of that, that precious truth whereof they Are depositaries, & wherewith he hath Entrusted them. c-acp dt j n1 p-acp d, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi po32 n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 j n1, (r-crq av p-acp j vmd vvi n1) p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst, cst j n1 c-crq pns32 vbr n2, cc c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 60
684 These are the Grounds. The Vses, for instruction briefly are, to teach and admonish euery one of vs: These Are the Grounds. The Uses, for instruction briefly Are, to teach and admonish every one of us: d vbr dt n2. dt vvz, p-acp n1 av-j vbr, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d crd pp-f pno12: (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 60
685 that wee be not either first, so wickedly malicious, as without apparant cause, to rayse any slander; that we be not either First, so wickedly malicious, as without apparent cause, to raise any slander; cst pns12 vbb xx d ord, av av-j j, a-acp p-acp j n1, p-acp vvb d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 60
686 or secondly, so foolishly credulous, as without seuere examination, to beleeue any slander; or secondly, so foolishly credulous, as without severe examination, to believe any slander; cc ord, av av-j j, a-acp p-acp j n1, p-acp vvb d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 60
687 or thirdly, so basely timorous, as to flinch from any part of Gods truth for any slander. But I must not insist. This from the slander. or Thirdly, so basely timorous, as to flinch from any part of God's truth for any slander. But I must not insist. This from the slander. cc ord, av av-j j, a-acp p-acp vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d n1. p-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi. np1 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 60
688 Obserue fourthly, how peremptorie the Apostle is in his censure against the slanderers or abusers of holy truths: Observe fourthly, how peremptory the Apostle is in his censure against the slanderers or Abusers of holy truths: vvb j, c-crq j dt n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 60
689 Whose damnation is iust. Some vnderstand it with reference to the Slanderers; As we be slanderously reported, Whose damnation is just. some understand it with Referente to the Slanderers; As we be slanderously reported, r-crq n1 vbz j. d vvb pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2; c-acp pns12 vbb av-j vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 60
690 and as some affirme that wee say: Whose damnation is iust: and as Some affirm that we say: Whose damnation is just: cc c-acp d vvb cst pns12 vvb: rg-crq n1 vbz j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 60
691 that is, their damnation is iust, who thus vniustly slander vs. Others vnderstand it with reference to that vngodly resosolution: Let vs doe euill, that good may come; whose damnation is iust: that is, their damnation is just, who thus unjustly slander us Others understand it with Referente to that ungodly resosolution: Let us doe evil, that good may come; whose damnation is just: cst vbz, po32 n1 vbz j, r-crq av av-j vvi pno12 n2-jn vvb pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1: vvb pno12 n1 j-jn, cst j vmb vvi; rg-crq n1 vbz j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 60
692 that is, their damnation is iust for the euill they doe, who aduenture to doe any euill, vnder whatsoeuer pretence of good to come of it. Both expositions are good; that is, their damnation is just for the evil they do, who adventure to do any evil, under whatsoever pretence of good to come of it. Both expositions Are good; cst vbz, po32 n1 vbz j p-acp dt n-jn pns32 vdb, r-crq n1 pc-acp vdi d n-jn, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f j pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31. av-d n2 vbr j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 60
693 and I rather embrace both, than preferre either. I euer held it a kinde of honest spirituall thrift ; and I rather embrace both, than prefer either. I ever held it a kind of honest spiritual thrift; cc pns11 av-c vvb d, cs vvi d. pns11 av vvd pn31 dt n1 pp-f j j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 60
694 where there are two senses giuen of one place, both agreeable to the Analogie of Faith and Manners, both so indifferently appliable to the words and scope of the place, where there Are two Senses given of one place, both agreeable to the Analogy of Faith and Manners, both so indifferently appliable to the words and scope of the place, c-crq a-acp vbr crd n2 vvn pp-f crd n1, d j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, d av av-j j p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 60
695 as that it is hard to say, which was rather intended; though there was but one intended, yet to make vse of both. And so will we. Take it the first way: as that it is hard to say, which was rather intended; though there was but one intended, yet to make use of both. And so will we. Take it the First Way: c-acp cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, r-crq vbds av-c vvn; cs a-acp vbds cc-acp pi vvn, av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d. cc av vmb pns12. vvb pn31 dt ord n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 60
696 and the slanderer may reade his doome in it. Here is his wages, and his portion, and the meed and reward of his slander; and the slanderer may read his doom in it. Here is his wages, and his portion, and the meed and reward of his slander; cc dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pn31. av vbz po31 n2, cc po31 n1, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 61
697 Damnation. And it is a iust reward. He condemneth Gods truth vniustly: God condemneth him iustly for it; Whose damnation is iust. Damnation. And it is a just reward. He Condemneth God's truth unjustly: God Condemneth him justly for it; Whose damnation is just. n1. cc pn31 vbz dt j n1. pns31 vvz ng1 n1 av-j: np1 vvz pno31 av-j p-acp pn31; rg-crq n1 vbz j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 61
698 If we be countable (and wee are countable at the day of Iudgement) for euery idle word we speake; If we be countable (and we Are countable At the day of Judgement) for every idle word we speak; cs pns12 vbb j (cc pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) p-acp d j n1 pns12 vvb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 61
699 though neither in it selfe false, nor yet hurtfull and preiudiciall vnto others: though neither in it self false, nor yet hurtful and prejudicial unto Others: cs dx p-acp pn31 n1 j, ccx av j cc j p-acp n2-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 61
700 what lesse than damnation can they expect, that with much falshood for the thing it selfe, what less than damnation can they expect, that with much falsehood for the thing it self, r-crq dc cs n1 vmb pns32 vvi, cst p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 61
701 and infinite preiudice in respect of others, blaspheme God and his holy Truth? and infinite prejudice in respect of Others, Blaspheme God and his holy Truth? cc j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2-jn, vvb np1 cc po31 j n1? (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 61
702 But if it be done of purpose, and in malice to despight the Truth, and the Professors thereof: But if it be done of purpose, and in malice to despite the Truth, and the Professors thereof: cc-acp cs pn31 vbb vdn pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n2 av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 61
703 I scarce know whether there bee a greater sinne, or no. I scarce know whither there be a greater sin, or no. pns11 av-j vvb c-crq pc-acp vbi dt jc n1, cc uh-dx. (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 61
704 Maliciously to oppose the knowne Truth, is by most Diuines accounted a principall branch of that great vnpardonable sinne, the sinne against the holy Ghost: Maliciously to oppose the known Truth, is by most Divines accounted a principal branch of that great unpardonable sin, the sin against the holy Ghost: av-j pc-acp vvi dt vvn n1, vbz p-acp ds n2-jn vvn dt j-jn n1 pp-f cst j j n1, dt n1 p-acp dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 61
705 by some, the very sinne it selfe. I dare not say it is so; nor yet that it is vnpardonable, or hath finall impenitencie necessarily attending it: by Some, the very sin it self. I Dare not say it is so; nor yet that it is unpardonable, or hath final impenitency necessarily attending it: p-acp d, dt j n1 pn31 n1. pns11 vvb xx vvi pn31 vbz av; ccx av cst pn31 vbz j, cc vhz j n1 av-j vvg pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 61
706 I would bee loth to interclude the hope of Repentance from any sinner; or to confine Gods Mercy within any bounds. I would be loath to interclude the hope of Repentance from any sinner; or to confine God's Mercy within any bounds. pns11 vmd vbi j p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1; cc p-acp vvb n2 n1 p-acp d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 61
707 Yet thus much I thinke I may safely say; Yet thus much I think I may safely say; av av av-d pns11 vvb pns11 vmb av-j vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 61
708 it commeth shrewdly neere the sinne against the holy Ghost, and is a faire (or rather a foule) step towards it, it comes shrewdly near the sin against the holy Ghost, and is a fair (or rather a foul) step towards it, pn31 vvz av-j av-j dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vbz dt j (cc av-c dt j) vvb p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 61
709 and leaueth very little hope of pardon. and Leaveth very little hope of pardon. cc vvz av j n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 61
710 That great sin against the holy Ghost, the Holy Ghost it selfe in the Scriptures chuseth, rather than by any other to expresse by this name of Blasphemie, Mat. 12. And whereas our Apostle, 1 Tim. 1. saith, That though he were a Blasphemer, yet he obtained Mercy, because he did it ignorantly in vnbeliefe: That great since against the holy Ghost, the Holy Ghost it self in the Scriptures chooseth, rather than by any other to express by this name of Blasphemy, Mathew 12. And whereas our Apostle, 1 Tim. 1. Says, That though he were a Blasphemer, yet he obtained Mercy, Because he did it ignorantly in unbelief: cst j n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1 pn31 n1 p-acp dt n2 vvz, av cs p-acp d n-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd cc cs po12 n1, crd np1 crd vvz, cst cs pns31 vbdr dt n1, av pns31 vvd n1, c-acp pns31 vdd pn31 av-j p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 62
711 he leaueth it questionable, but withall suspicious, whether there may bee any hope of Mercy for such as blaspheme maliciously, & against knowledge. If any mans be; he Leaveth it questionable, but withal suspicious, whither there may be any hope of Mercy for such as Blaspheme maliciously, & against knowledge. If any men be; pns31 vvz pn31 j, cc-acp av j, cs pc-acp vmb vbi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d c-acp vvi av-j, cc p-acp n1. cs d n2 vbi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 62
712 certainly such a mans demnation is most iust. But not all Slanders of Gods truth are of that deepe die: Certainly such a men demnation is most just. But not all Slanders of God's truth Are of that deep die: av-j d dt ng1 n1 vbz ds j. cc-acp xx d n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr pp-f cst j-jn n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 62
713 not all Slanderers, sinners in that high degree. God forbid they should. There are respects, which much qualifie and lessen the sin. not all Slanderers, Sinners in that high degree. God forbid they should. There Are respects, which much qualify and lessen the since. xx d n2, n2 p-acp d j n1. np1 vvb pns32 vmd. pc-acp vbr n2, r-crq av-d vvi cc vvi dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 62
714 But yet allow it any in the least degree, and with the most fauourable circumstances ; still the Apostles sentence standeth good: But yet allow it any in the least degree, and with the most favourable Circumstances; still the Apostles sentence Stands good: p-acp av vvb pn31 d p-acp dt ds n1, cc p-acp dt av-ds j n2; av dt n2 n1 vvz j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 62
715 Without repentance their damnation is iust. Admit the Truth bee darke and difficult, and so easily to be mistaken: Without Repentance their damnation is just. Admit the Truth be dark and difficult, and so Easily to be mistaken: p-acp n1 po32 n1 vbz j. vvb dt n1 vbb j cc j, cc av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 62
716 admit withall, the man be weake and ignorant, and so apt to mistake; admit withal, the man be weak and ignorant, and so apt to mistake; vvb av, dt n1 vbb j cc j, cc av j pc-acp vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 62
717 his vnderstanding being neither distinct through in capacitie to apprehend and sort things aright, nor yet constant to it selfe through vnsettlednesse and leuitie of iudgement. his understanding being neither distinct through in capacity to apprehend and sort things aright, nor yet constant to it self through unsettledness and levity of judgement. po31 vvg vbg dx j p-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 av, ccx av j p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 62
718 Certainly his misprision of the Truth is so much lesser, than the others wilfull Calumnie ; as it proceedeth lesse from the irregularitie of the Will to the Iudgement. Certainly his Misprision of the Truth is so much lesser, than the Others wilful Calumny; as it Proceedeth less from the irregularity of the Will to the Judgement. av-j po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av av-d jc, cs dt n2-jn j n1; c-acp pn31 vvz av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 62
719 And of such a man there is good hope, that both in time he may see his errour, And of such a man there is good hope, that both in time he may see his error, cc pp-f d dt n1 pc-acp vbz j n1, cst d p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 62
720 and repent expresly and particularly for it; and Repent expressly and particularly for it; cc vvi av-j cc av-j c-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 62
721 and that in the meane time he doth repent for it implicitè, & inclusiuely in his generall contrition for, and that in the mean time he does Repent for it implicitè, & inclusively in his general contrition for, cc cst p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vdz vvi p-acp pn31 fw-fr, cc av-j p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 62
722 and confession of the massie lumpe of his hidden, and secret, and vnknowne sinnes. and Confessi of the massy lump of his hidden, and secret, and unknown Sins. cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po31 vvn, cc j-jn, cc j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
723 This Charity bindeth vs both to hope for the future, and to thinke for the present: This Charity binds us both to hope for the future, and to think for the present: d n1 vvz pno12 d p-acp vvb p-acp dt j-jn, cc p-acp vvb p-acp dt j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
724 and Saint Pauls example and words in the place but now alledged, are very comfortable to this purpose. and Saint Paul's Exampl and words in the place but now alleged, Are very comfortable to this purpose. cc n1 npg1 n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp av vvn, vbr av j p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
725 But yet still thus much is certaine: But yet still thus much is certain: p-acp av av av d vbz j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
726 He that through ignorance, or for want of apprehension or iudgement, or by reason of whatsoeuer other defect or motiue, bringeth a slander vpon any diuine Truth; He that through ignorance, or for want of apprehension or judgement, or by reason of whatsoever other defect or motive, brings a slander upon any divine Truth; pns31 cst p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq j-jn n1 cc n1, vvz dt vvb p-acp d j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
727 though neuer so perplexed with difficulties, or open to cauill: vnlesse he repent for it, either in the particular, (and that he must doe, though never so perplexed with difficulties, or open to cavil: unless he Repent for it, either in the particular, (and that he must do, c-acp av-x av vvn p-acp n2, cc j pc-acp vvi: cs pns31 vvb p-acp pn31, d p-acp dt j, (cc cst pns31 vmb vdi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
728 if euer God open his eyes, and let him see his fault,) or at leastwise in the generall ; if ever God open his eyes, and let him see his fault,) or At leastwise in the general; cs av np1 vvb po31 n2, cc vvb pno31 vvi po31 n1,) cc p-acp av p-acp dt j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
729 it is still a damnable sinne in him; it is still a damnable sin in him; pn31 vbz av dt j n1 p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
730 His damnation is iust. We haue the very case almost in terminis laid downe, and thus resolued in 2 Pet. 3. In which are some things hard to be vnderstood, (obserue the condition of the things; His damnation is just. We have the very case almost in terminis laid down, and thus resolved in 2 Pet. 3. In which Are Some things hard to be understood, (observe the condition of the things; po31 n1 vbz j. pns12 vhb dt j n1 av p-acp fw-la vvn a-acp, cc av vvn p-acp crd np1 crd p-acp r-crq vbr d n2 j pc-acp vbi vvn, (vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
731 hard to be vnderstood) which they that are vnlearned, and vnstable, (obserue also the condition of the persons; hard to be understood) which they that Are unlearned, and unstable, (observe also the condition of the Persons; av-j pc-acp vbi vvn) r-crq pns32 cst vbr j, cc j, (vvb av dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
732 vnlearned, and vnstable,) wrest, as they doe also the other Scriptures, to their owne destruction. unlearned, and unstable,) wrest, as they do also the other Scriptures, to their own destruction. j, cc j,) vvb, c-acp pns32 vdb av dt j-jn n2, p-acp po32 d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
733 Where we haue the matter of great difficultie, hard to bee vnderstood ; Where we have the matter of great difficulty, hard to be understood; c-crq pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f j n1, av-j pc-acp vbi vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
734 the persons of small sufficiencie, vnlearned, and vnstable, and yet if men, euen of that weaknesse, wrest and peruert truths, the Persons of small sufficiency, unlearned, and unstable, and yet if men, even of that weakness, wrest and pervert truths, dt n2 pp-f j n1, j, cc j, cc av cs n2, av pp-f d n1, vvb cc vvi n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
735 though of that hardnesse, they do it NONLATINALPHABET, to their own destruction, saith S. Peter there; though of that hardness, they do it, to their own destruction, Says S. Peter there; cs pp-f d n1, pns32 vdb pn31, p-acp po32 d n1, vvz n1 np1 a-acp; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
736 to their owne iust damnation, saith S. Paul in my Text. This from the Censure in the first sense. to their own just damnation, Says S. Paul in my Text. This from the Censure in the First sense. p-acp po32 d j n1, vvz n1 np1 p-acp po11 np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 63
737 Take it in the other sense, with reference to this vngodly resolution, Let vs doe euill, that good may come: Take it in the other sense, with Referente to this ungodly resolution, Let us doe evil, that good may come: vvb pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1, vvb pno12 n1 j-jn, cst j vmb vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 64
738 it teacheth vs, that no pretension of doing it in ordine ad Deum, for Gods glory, to a good end, it Teaches us, that no pretension of doing it in Order ad God, for God's glory, to a good end, pn31 vvz pno12, cst dx n1 pp-f vdg pn31 p-acp n1 fw-la fw-la, p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 64
739 or any other colour whatsoeuer, can excuse those that presume to doe euill; or any other colour whatsoever, can excuse those that presume to do evil; cc d j-jn n1 r-crq, vmb vvi d cst vvb pc-acp vdi j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 64
740 but that still the euill they doe is damnable, and it is but iust with God to render damnation to them for it; but that still the evil they do is damnable, and it is but just with God to render damnation to them for it; cc-acp cst av dt n-jn pns32 vdb vbz j, cc pn31 vbz p-acp j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 64
741 Whose damnation is iust. And thus vnderstood, it openeth vs a way to the consideration of that maine Principle whereof I spake, Whose damnation is just. And thus understood, it Openeth us a Way to the consideration of that main Principle whereof I spoke, rg-crq n1 vbz j. cc av vvd, pn31 vvz pno12 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 c-crq pns11 vvd, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 64
742 and whereon by your patience I desire to spend the remainder of my time; namely this: and whereon by your patience I desire to spend the remainder of my time; namely this: cc c-crq p-acp po22 n1 pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; av d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 64
743 We must not for any good, doe any euill. We must not for any good, do any evil. pns12 vmb xx p-acp d j, vdb d n-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 64
744 For the farther opening, and better vnderstanding whereof, (since the rule is of infinite vse in the whole practice of our liues:) that wee may the better know when, For the farther opening, and better understanding whereof, (since the Rule is of infinite use in the Whole practice of our lives:) that we may the better know when, p-acp dt jc n-vvg, cc jc n1 c-crq, (c-acp dt vvb vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2:) cst pns12 vmb dt jc vvb c-crq, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 64
745 and where, and how farre to apply it aright for the direction of our Consciences and Actions ; and where, and how Far to apply it aright for the direction of our Consciences and Actions; cc c-crq, cc c-crq av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 64
746 we must of necessitie vnfold the extent of this word, euil, and consider the seuerall kinds and degrees of it distinctly and apart. we must of necessity unfold the extent of this word, evil, and Consider the several Kinds and Degrees of it distinctly and apart. pns12 vmb pp-f n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, j-jn, cc vvb dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31 av-j cc av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 64
747 Wee must not doe euill, that good may come. First, euill is of two sorts. The euill of fault, and the euill of punishment. Malum delicti, and Malum supplicij ; as Tertullian calleth them: we must not do evil, that good may come. First, evil is of two sorts. The evil of fault, and the evil of punishment. Malum Delicti, and Malum supplicij; as Tertullian calls them: pns12 vmb xx vdi|pn31 j-jn, cst j vmb vvi. ord, j-jn vbz pp-f crd n2. dt n-jn pp-f n1, cc dt n-jn pp-f n1. fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la; c-acp np1 vvz pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 64
748 or as the more receiued termes are, Malum Culpae, and Malum Paenae. The euill we commit against God, or as the more received terms Are, Malum Culpae, and Malum Paenae. The evil we commit against God, cc c-acp dt av-dc j-vvn n2 vbr, fw-la np1, cc fw-la np1. dt n-jn po12 vvb p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 64
749 and the euill God inflicteth vpon vs. The euill we doe ; vniustly, but yet willingly: and the euill we suffer vnwillingly, but yet iustly. and the evil God inflicteth upon us The evil we do; unjustly, but yet willingly: and the evil we suffer unwillingly, but yet justly. cc dt j-jn np1 vvz p-acp pno12 dt n-jn po12 vdb; av-j, cc-acp av av-j: cc dt n-jn po12 vvb av-j, cc-acp av av-j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 64
750 In a word, the euill of sin, and the euill of paine. Touching euills of paine ; In a word, the evil of since, and the evil of pain. Touching evils of pain; p-acp dt n1, dt n-jn pp-f n1, cc dt n-jn pp-f n1. vvg n2-jn pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 64
751 if the Case be put, when two such euils are propounded, and both cannot be auoided, if the Case be put, when two such evils Are propounded, and both cannot be avoided, cs dt n1 vbb vvn, c-crq crd d n2-jn vbr vvn, cc d vmbx vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 65
752 whether we may not make choyce of the one, to auoide the other. whither we may not make choice of the one, to avoid the other. cs pns12 vmb xx vvi n1 pp-f dt crd, pc-acp vvi dt n-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 65
753 The resolution is common and good from the old Maxime, è malis minimum, we may incurre the lesser, to preuent the greater euill. The resolution is Common and good from the old Maxim, è malis minimum, we may incur the lesser, to prevent the greater evil. dt n1 vbz j cc j p-acp dt j n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, pns12 vmb vvi dt jc, pc-acp vvi dt jc n-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 65
754 As wee may deliuer our purse to a Theefe, rather than fight vpon vnequall termes to saue it: As we may deliver our purse to a Thief, rather than fight upon unequal terms to save it: c-acp pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, av-c cs vvi p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 65
755 and in a tempest cast our wares into the Sea, to lighten the Ship that it wracke not: and in a tempest cast our wares into the Sea, to lighten the Ship that it wrack not: cc p-acp dt n1 vvd po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pn31 n1 xx: (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 65
756 and indure the launcing and •earing of an old sore, to keepe it from festering and spreading. and endure the lancing and •earing of an old soar, to keep it from festering and spreading. cc vvi dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp vvg cc vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 65
757 And this Principle in my Text is not a rule for that Case: that being propounded concerning euils of Paine ; And this Principle in my Text is not a Rule for that Case: that being propounded Concerning evils of Pain; cc d n1 p-acp po11 n1 vbz xx dt n1 p-acp d n1: cst vbg vvn vvg n2-jn pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 65
758 whereas my Text is intended onely of the euils of Sinne. Wee are herehence resolued, that we are not to do any euill, that good may come of it: whereas my Text is intended only of the evils of Sin. we Are herehence resolved, that we Are not to do any evil, that good may come of it: cs po11 n1 vbz vvn av-j pp-f dt n2-jn pp-f n1. pns12 vbr j vvn, cst pns12 vbr xx p-acp vdb d n-jn, cst j vmb vvi pp-f pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 65
759 for all which yet we may suffer some euill, that good may come of it. for all which yet we may suffer Some evil, that good may come of it. c-acp d r-crq av pns12 vmb vvi d n-jn, cst j vmb vvi pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 65
760 Although (to note that by the way) the common answer è malis minimum, euen in euils of Paine is to be vnderstood, (as most other practicall conclusions are) not as simply and vniuersally ; Although (to note that by the Way) the Common answer è malis minimum, even in evils of Pain is to be understood, (as most other practical conclusions Are) not as simply and universally; cs (p-acp n1 cst p-acp dt n1) dt j n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, av-j p-acp n2-jn pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, (c-acp ds j-jn j n2 vbr) xx a-acp av-j cc av-j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 65
761 but as commonly and ordinarily true. but as commonly and ordinarily true. cc-acp c-acp av-j cc av-jn j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 65
762 For (as one saith well) perhaps there are Cases, wherin two euils of Paine being at once propounded, it may not bee safe for vs to be our owne caruers. For (as one Says well) perhaps there Are Cases, wherein two evils of Pain being At once propounded, it may not be safe for us to be our own carvers. p-acp (c-acp crd vvz av) av pc-acp vbr n2, c-crq crd n2-jn pp-f n1 vbg p-acp a-acp vvn, pn31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi po12 d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 65
763 But I must let passe the Questions concerning euils of Paine, as impertinencies. The euils of sin are of two sorts. But I must let pass the Questions Concerning evils of Pain, as Impertinencies. The evils of since Are of two sorts. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi vvi dt n2 vvg n2-jn pp-f n1, c-acp n2. dt n2-jn pp-f n1 vbr pp-f crd n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 65
764 Some are euill formally, simply, & per se ; such as are directly against the scope & purpose of some of Gods Commandements: some Are evil formally, simply, & per se; such as Are directly against the scope & purpose of Some of God's commandments: d vbr j-jn av-j, av-j, cc fw-la fw-la; d c-acp vbr av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d pp-f npg1 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 65
765 as Atheisme against the first, Idolatry against the second, and so against the rest, Blasphemy, Prophanenesse, Disloyaltie, Crueltie, Adulterie, Iniustice, Calumny, Auarice, and the like; as Atheism against the First, Idolatry against the second, and so against the rest, Blasphemy, Profaneness, Disloyalty, Cruelty, Adultery, Injustice, Calumny, Avarice, and the like; c-acp n1 p-acp dt ord, n1 p-acp dt ord, cc av p-acp dt n1, n1, n1, np1-n, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc dt j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 66
766 all which are euill in their owne nature, and can neuer ( positis quibuscunque circumstantijs) be done well. all which Are evil in their own nature, and can never (positis quibuscunque circumstantijs) be done well. d r-crq vbr j-jn p-acp po32 d n1, cc vmb av-x (fw-la fw-la fw-la) vbb vdn av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 66
767 Othersome are euill only respectiuely, and by accident: but otherwise in their own nature indifferent; and such as may be, and are done sometimes well, somtimes ill. Othersome Are evil only respectively, and by accident: but otherwise in their own nature indifferent; and such as may be, and Are done sometime well, sometimes ill. j vbr j-jn av-j av-j, cc p-acp n1: p-acp av p-acp po32 d n1 j; cc d c-acp vmb vbi, cc vbr vdn av av, av av-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 66
768 To know the nature of which things the better, since they are of singular vse for the resolution of many Cases of Conscience: To know the nature of which things the better, since they Are of singular use for the resolution of many Cases of Conscience: p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq n2 dt jc, c-acp pns32 vbr pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 66
769 wee must yet more distinctly inquire into the different kinds (or rather degrees) of indifferent things ; we must yet more distinctly inquire into the different Kinds (or rather Degrees) of indifferent things; pns12 vmb av av-dc av-j vvi p-acp dt j n2 (cc av-c n2) pp-f j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 66
770 and into the different meanes, whereby things otherwise in nature indifferent, become accidentally euill for their vse. and into the different means, whereby things otherwise in nature indifferent, become accidentally evil for their use. cc p-acp dt j n2, c-crq n2 av p-acp n1 j, vvb av-j j-jn p-acp po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 66
771 Indifferent things are either equally, or vnequally such. Indifferent things Are either equally, or unequally such. j n2 vbr d av-jn, cc av-jn-u d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 66
772 We may call them for distinctions sake (and I thinke not altogether vnfitly) indifferentia ad vt rumlibet ; We may call them for Distinctions sake (and I think not altogether unfitly) indifferentia ad vt rumlibet; pns12 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n2 n1 (cc pns11 vvb xx av av-j) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 66
773 and indifferentia ad vnum. Indifferentia ad vtrumlibet, or equally indifferent things are such, as (barely con•idered) are arbitrarie either way, and indifferentia ad One. Indifferentia ad vtrumlibet, or equally indifferent things Are such, as (barely con•idered) Are arbitrary either Way, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc av-j j n2 vbr d, c-acp (av-j vvn) vbr j-jn d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 66
774 and hang in aequilibrio betweene good and euill, without turning the Scale either one way or other, and hang in Equilibrium between good and evil, without turning the Scale either one Way or other, cc vvi p-acp fw-la p-acp j cc j-jn, p-acp vvg dt n1 av-d crd n1 cc n-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 66
775 as not hauing any notable inclination or propension vnto either rather than other: as not having any notable inclination or propension unto either rather than other: c-acp xx vhg d j n1 cc n1 p-acp d av-c cs j-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 66
776 as to drinke fasting, to walke into the fields, or to life vp ones hand vnto his head, &c. Now concerning such things as these, as to drink fasting, to walk into the fields, or to life up ones hand unto his head, etc. Now Concerning such things as these, c-acp p-acp vvb vvg, p-acp vvb p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp n1 p-acp pi2 n1 p-acp po31 n1, av av vvg d n2 c-acp d, (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 66
777 if any man should bee so scrupulous, as to make a matter of conscience of them, if any man should be so scrupulous, as to make a matter of conscience of them, cs d n1 vmd vbi av j, a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 66
778 and should desire to be resolued in point of Conscience whether they were good or euill ; and should desire to be resolved in point of Conscience whither they were good or evil; cc vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cs pns32 vbdr j cc j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 67
779 as namely, whether hee should do well or ill, to walke abroad into the fields a mile or two with his friend, the thing it selfe is so equally indifferent, that it were resolution enough to leaue it in medio, and to answer him, there were neither good nor hurt in it: as namely, whither he should do well or ill, to walk abroad into the fields a mile or two with his friend, the thing it self is so equally indifferent, that it were resolution enough to leave it in medio, and to answer him, there were neither good nor hurt in it: c-acp av, cs pns31 vmd vdi av cc j-jn, pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2 dt n1 cc crd p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz av av-jn j, cst pn31 vbdr n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp fw-la, cc pc-acp vvi pno31, pc-acp vbdr dx j ccx vvn p-acp pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 67
780 the Action of walking, barely considered, being not greatly either morally good, or morally euill. I say, morally ; the Actium of walking, barely considered, being not greatly either morally good, or morally evil. I say, morally; dt n1 pp-f vvg, av-j vvn, vbg xx av-j d av-j j, cc av-j j-jn. pns11 vvb, av-j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 67
781 for in matter of health or ciuilitie, or otherwise it may be good, or euill: for in matter of health or civility, or otherwise it may be good, or evil: c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc av pn31 vmb vbi j, cc j-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 67
782 but not morally, and spiritually, and in matter of conscience. And I say withall barely considered, for there may be circumstances, which may make it accidentally euill. As to walke abroad in the fields, but not morally, and spiritually, and in matter of conscience. And I say withal barely considered, for there may be Circumstances, which may make it accidentally evil. As to walk abroad in the fields, cc-acp xx av-j, cc av-j, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1. cc pns11 vvb av av-j vvn, p-acp a-acp vmb vbi n2, r-crq vmb vvi pn31 av-j j-jn. p-acp pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 67
783 when a man should be at Diuine Seruice in the Church, is by accident morally euill ; through the circumstance of Time: when a man should be At Divine Service in the Church, is by accident morally evil; through the circumstance of Time: c-crq dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz p-acp n1 av-j j-jn; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 67
784 as on the contrary, not to walke, if we haue promised to meet a friend at such a time, as on the contrary, not to walk, if we have promised to meet a friend At such a time, c-acp p-acp dt n-jn, xx pc-acp vvi, cs pns12 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 67
785 and in such a place, who standeth need of our present helpe, is by accident morally euill, through the obligation of that former promise. and in such a place, who Stands need of our present help, is by accident morally evil, through the obligation of that former promise. cc p-acp d dt n1, r-crq vvz n1 pp-f po12 j n1, vbz p-acp n1 av-j j-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 67
786 But yet still, these and other circumstances set aside; But yet still, these and other Circumstances Set aside; p-acp av av, d cc j-jn n2 vvn av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 67
787 barely to walke, or barely not to walke, and the like, are Indifferentia ad vtrumlibet, things in their owne nature (and that equally) indifferent. barely to walk, or barely not to walk, and the like, Are Indifferentia ad vtrumlibet, things in their own nature (and that equally) indifferent. av-j pc-acp vvi, cc av-j xx pc-acp vvi, cc dt j, vbr fw-la fw-la fw-la, n2 p-acp po32 d n1 (cc d av-jn) j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 67
788 Things vnequally indifferent are such, as though they be neither vniuersally good, nor absolutely euill; yet euen barely considered, sway more or lesse rather the one way than the other. Things unequally indifferent Are such, as though they be neither universally good, nor absolutely evil; yet even barely considered, sway more or less rather the one Way than the other. n2 av-jn-u j vbr d, c-acp cs pns32 vbb dx av-j j, ccx av-j j-jn; av av-j av-j vvn, vvb dc cc av-dc av dt crd n1 cs dt n-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 67
789 And that either vnto good, or vnto euill. Of the former sort are such outward actions, And that either unto good, or unto evil. Of the former sort Are such outward actions, cc cst d p-acp j, cc p-acp j-jn. pp-f dt j n1 vbr d j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 67
790 as being in Morall precepts indefinitely commanded, are yet sometimes sinfully and ill done: as, giuing an Almes, hearing a Sermon, reprouing an offender; and the like. Which are in themselues good; as being in Moral Precepts indefinitely commanded, Are yet sometime sinfully and ill done: as, giving an Alms, hearing a Sermon, reproving an offender; and the like. Which Are in themselves good; c-acp vbg p-acp j n2 av-j vvd, vbr av av av-j cc av-jn vdn: c-acp, vvg dt n2, vvg dt n1, vvg dt n1; cc dt j. r-crq vbr p-acp px32 j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
791 and so to bee accounted, rather than euill, though some vnhappy circumstance or other may make them ill. and so to be accounted, rather than evil, though Some unhappy circumstance or other may make them ill. cc av pc-acp vbi vvn, av-c cs n-jn, cs d j n1 cc j-jn vmb vvi pno32 av-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
792 Of the later sort are such outward actions, as beeing in Morall precepts indefinitely prohibited, are yet in some cases lawfull, and may be well done: Of the later sort Are such outward actions, as being in Moral Precepts indefinitely prohibited, Are yet in Some cases lawful, and may be well done: pp-f dt jc n1 vbr d j n2, c-acp vbg p-acp j n2 av-j vvn, vbr av p-acp d n2 j, cc vmb vbi av vdn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
793 as, swearing an oath, trauelling on the Sabbath day, playing for money; and the like. as, swearing an oath, travelling on the Sabbath day, playing for money; and the like. c-acp, vvg dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 n1, vvg p-acp n1; cc dt j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
794 Which are in themselues rather euill, than good, because they are euer euill, vnlesse all circumstances concurre to make them good. Which Are in themselves rather evil, than good, Because they Are ever evil, unless all Circumstances concur to make them good. r-crq vbr p-acp px32 av av-jn, cs j, c-acp pns32 vbr av j-jn, cs d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
795 Now of these actions, though the former sort carry the face of good, the later of euill ; Now of these actions, though the former sort carry the face of good, the later of evil; av pp-f d n2, cs dt j n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f j, dt jc pp-f j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
796 yet in very truth both sorts are indifferent. Vnderstand mee aright: yet in very truth both sorts Are indifferent. Understand me aright: av p-acp j n1 d n2 vbr j. vvb pno11 av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
797 I do not meane indifferent indifferentiâ contradictionis, such as may bee indifferently either done, or not done; I do not mean indifferent indifferentiâ contradictionis, such as may be indifferently either done, or not done; pns11 vdb xx vvi j fw-la fw-la, d c-acp vmb vbi av-j av-d vdn, cc xx vdi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
798 but indifferent onely indifferentiâ contrarietatis, such as (suppose the doing) may be indifferently either good or euill: but indifferent only indifferentiâ contrarietatis, such as (suppose the doing) may be indifferently either good or evil: cc-acp j j fw-la fw-la, d a-acp (vvb dt vdg) vmb vbi av-j d j cc j-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
799 because so they may bee done, as to be good, and so they may be done also, Because so they may be done, as to be good, and so they may be done also, c-acp av pns32 vmb vbi vdn, c-acp pc-acp vbi j, cc av pns32 vmb vbi vdn av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
800 as to be euill. But yet with this difference, that those former, though indifferent, and in some cases euill, are yet of themselues notably & eminently inclined vnto good, rather than euill; as to be evil. But yet with this difference, that those former, though indifferent, and in Some cases evil, Are yet of themselves notably & eminently inclined unto good, rather than evil; c-acp pc-acp vbi j-jn. p-acp av p-acp d n1, cst d j, cs j, cc p-acp d n2 j-jn, vbr av pp-f px32 av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp j, av-c cs n-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
801 and these later proportionably vnto euill rather than good. and these later proportionably unto evil rather than good. cc d jc av-j p-acp j-jn av-c cs j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
802 From which difference it commeth to passe, that to the Question barely proposed concerning the former actions, From which difference it comes to pass, that to the Question barely proposed Concerning the former actions, p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp dt vvb av-j vvn vvg dt j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
803 whether they bee good or euill; whither they be good or evil; cs pns32 vbb j cc j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 68
804 the answer is iust and warrantable, to say indefinitely they are good: and contrarily concerning the later actions, to say indefinitely, they are euill. the answer is just and warrantable, to say indefinitely they Are good: and contrarily Concerning the later actions, to say indefinitely, they Are evil. dt n1 vbz j cc j, pc-acp vvi av-j pns32 vbr j: cc av-jn vvg dt jc n2, pc-acp vvi av-j, pns32 vbr j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 69
805 Which difference well weighed (to note that by the way) would serue to iustifie a common practice of most of vs in the exercise of our Ministerie, against such as distaste our doctrine for it, Which difference well weighed (to note that by the Way) would serve to justify a Common practice of most of us in the exercise of our Ministry, against such as distaste our Doctrine for it, r-crq n1 av vvd (p-acp n1 cst p-acp dt n1) vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f ds pp-f pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp d c-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 69
806 or vniustly otherwise take offence at it. or unjustly otherwise take offence At it. cc av-j av vvi n1 p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 69
807 Ordinarily in our Sermons we indefinitiuely condemne as euill, swearing, and gaming for money, and dancing, and recreations vpon the Sabbath day, & going to Law, and retaliation of iniuries, and Monopolies, and raising of rents, and taking forfeitures of Bonds, &c. and in our owne coat Non-residency, and Pluralities, &c. Most of which yet, Ordinarily in our Sermons we indefinitively condemn as evil, swearing, and gaming for money, and dancing, and recreations upon the Sabbath day, & going to Law, and retaliation of injuries, and Monopolies, and raising of rends, and taking forfeitures of Bonds, etc. and in our own coat Non-residency, and Pluralities, etc. Most of which yet, av-jn p-acp po12 n2 pns12 av-j vvi c-acp j-jn, vvg, cc n-vvg p-acp n1, cc vvg, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 n1, cc vvg p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc vvg pp-f n2, cc vvg n2 pp-f n2, av cc p-acp po12 d n1 j, cc n2, av av-ds pp-f r-crq av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 69
808 and many other of like nature, most of vs do, or should know to be in some cases lawful; and many other of like nature, most of us do, or should know to be in Some cases lawful; cc d n-jn pp-f j n1, ds pp-f pno12 vdb, cc vmd vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp d n2 j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 69
809 and therefore in the number of those indifferent things which wee call Indifferentia ad vnum. You that are our hearers should bring so much charitable discretion with you, and Therefore in the number of those indifferent things which we call Indifferentia ad One. You that Are our hearers should bring so much charitable discretion with you, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 r-crq pns12 vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la. pn22 cst vbr po12 n2 vmd vvi av d j n1 p-acp pn22, (8) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 69
810 when you heare vs in the Pulpits condemne things of this nature; when you hear us in the Pulpits condemn things of this nature; c-crq pn22 vvb pno12 p-acp dt n2 vvb n2 pp-f d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 69
811 as to vnderstand vs no otherwise, than wee either doe or should meane, and that is thus: as to understand us not otherwise, than we either do or should mean, and that is thus: c-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 xx av, cs pns12 av-d vdb cc vmd vvi, cc d vbz av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 69
812 that such and such things are euill, as now adaies, through the corruptions of the times, most men vse them; that such and such things Are evil, as now adais, through the corruptions of the times, most men use them; cst d cc d n2 vbr j-jn, c-acp av av, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, ds n2 vvb pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 69
813 and such as therefore should not be aduentured vpon without mature & vnpartiall disquisition of the vprightnesse of our affections therein, and such as Therefore should not be adventured upon without mature & unpartial disquisition of the uprightness of our affections therein, cc d c-acp av vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp p-acp j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 69
814 and a seuere triall of all circumstances, whether they carry weight enough with them to giue our consciences sufficient securitie, not onely of their lawfulnesse in themselues, & at large, and a severe trial of all Circumstances, whither they carry weight enough with them to give our Consciences sufficient security, not only of their lawfulness in themselves, & At large, cc dt j n1 pp-f d n2, cs pns32 vvb n1 av-d p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j n1, xx av-j pp-f po32 n1 p-acp px32, cc p-acp j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 70
815 but of their particular lawfulnesse too vnto vs, & then. But this by the way. Now to proceed. but of their particular lawfulness too unto us, & then. But this by the Way. Now to proceed. cc-acp pp-f po32 j n1 av p-acp pno12, cc av. p-acp d p-acp dt n1. av pc-acp vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 70
816 There are diuers meanes wherby things not simply euill, but in themselues (either equally, or vnequally ) indifferent, may yet become accidentally euill. There Are diverse means whereby things not simply evil, but in themselves (either equally, or unequally) indifferent, may yet become accidentally evil. pc-acp vbr j n2 c-crq n2 xx av-j j-jn, cc-acp p-acp px32 (d av-jn, cc av-jn-u) j, vmb av vvi av-j j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
817 Any defect or obliquity, any vnhappy enteruening circumstance, is enough to poison a right good action, Any defect or obliquity, any unhappy enteruening circumstance, is enough to poison a right good actium, d n1 cc n1, d j j-vvg n1, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi dt j-jn j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
818 & to make it stark naught. I may aswell hope to graspe the Sea, as to comprehend all those meanes. & to make it stark nought. I may aswell hope to grasp the Sea, as to comprehend all those means. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 j pi. pns11 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi d d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
819 I make choyce therefore to remember but a few of the chiefest; such as happen oft, and are very considerable. I make choice Therefore to Remember but a few of the chiefest; such as happen oft, and Are very considerable. pns11 vvb n1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt d pp-f dt js-jn; d c-acp vvi av, cc vbr av j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
820 Things not simply euill, may accidentally become such; as by sundry other meanes, so especially by one of these three: Things not simply evil, may accidentally become such; as by sundry other means, so especially by one of these three: n2 xx av-j j-jn, vmb av-j vvi d; c-acp p-acp j j-jn n2, av av-j p-acp crd pp-f d crd: (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
821 Conscience, Scandall, and Comparison. First, Conscience ; Conscience, Scandal, and Comparison. First, Conscience; n1, n1, cc n1. ord, n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
822 in regard of the Agent. Though the thing be good, yet if the Agent doe it with a condemning, in regard of the Agent. Though the thing be good, yet if the Agent do it with a condemning, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1. cs dt n1 vbb j, av cs dt n1 vdb pn31 p-acp dt vvg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
823 or but a doubting Conscience, the Action becommeth euill. To him that esteemeth any thing to be vncleane, to him it is vncleane; or but a doubting Conscience, the Actium becomes evil. To him that esteems any thing to be unclean, to him it is unclean; cc p-acp dt vvg n1, dt n1 vvz j-jn. p-acp pno31 cst vvz d n1 pc-acp vbi j, p-acp pno31 pn31 vbz j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
824 and hee that doubteth, is damned if he eate, because he eateth not of Faith, Chap. 14. of this Epistle. Secondly, Scandall ; and he that doubteth, is damned if he eat, Because he Eateth not of Faith, Chap. 14. of this Epistle. Secondly, Scandal; cc pns31 cst vvz, vbz vvn cs pns31 vvb, c-acp pns31 vvz xx pp-f n1, np1 crd pp-f d n1. ord, n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
825 in regard of other men. Though the thing be good, yet if a brother stumble, or be offended, in regard of other men. Though the thing be good, yet if a brother Stumble, or be offended, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n2. cs dt n1 vbb j, av cs dt n1 vvb, cc vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
826 or be made Weake by it, the action becommeth euill. or be made Weak by it, the actium becomes evil. cc vbi vvn j p-acp pn31, dt n1 vvz j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
827 All things are pure; but it is euill for that man who eateth with offence, vers. 20. there. Thirdly, Comparison ; All things Are pure; but it is evil for that man who Eateth with offence, vers. 20. there. Thirdly, Comparison; d n2 vbr j; cc-acp pn31 vbz j-jn p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1, fw-la. crd pc-acp. ord, n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
828 in regard of other actions. Though the thing be good, yet if we preferre it before better things, in regard of other actions. Though the thing be good, yet if we prefer it before better things, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n2. cs dt n1 vbb j, av cs pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp jc n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
829 and neglect or omit them for it, the action becommeth euill. Goe, and learne what that is, I will haue mercie and not sacrifice: Matth. 9. The stuffe thus prepared, by differencing out those things, which vndistinguished, might breed confusion: and neglect or omit them for it, the actium becomes evil. Go, and Learn what that is, I will have mercy and not sacrifice: Matthew 9. The stuff thus prepared, by differencing out those things, which undistinguished, might breed confusion: cc vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp pn31, dt n1 vvz j-jn. vvb, cc vvi r-crq d vbz, pns11 vmb vhi n1 cc xx vvi: np1 crd dt n1 av vvd, p-acp vvg av d n2, r-crq j, vmd vvi n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 70
830 our next businesse must be, to lay the Rule, and to apply it to the seuerall kinds of Euill, as they haue bin differenced. our next business must be, to lay the Rule, and to apply it to the several Kinds of Evil, as they have been differenced. po12 ord n1 vmb vbi, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-jn, c-acp pns32 vhb vbn vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
831 I foresaw we should not haue time to goe thorow all that was intended: I foresaw we should not have time to go thorough all that was intended: pns11 vvd pns12 vmd xx vhi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst vbds vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
832 and therefore we will content our selues for this time, with the consideration of this Rule, applyed to things simply euill. In them the Rule holdeth perpetually, and without exception: and Therefore we will content our selves for this time, with the consideration of this Rule, applied to things simply evil. In them the Rule holds perpetually, and without exception: cc av pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvi, vvd p-acp n2 av-j j-jn. p-acp pno32 dt n1 vvz av-j, cc p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
833 That which is simply euill, may not for any good be done. That which is simply evil, may not for any good be done. cst r-crq vbz av-j j-jn, vmb xx p-acp d j vbb vdn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
834 We know not any greater good (for there is not any greater good) than the glory of God: we scarce know a lesser sin (if any sin may be accounted little) than a harmlesse officious lye. We know not any greater good (for there is not any greater good) than the glory of God: we scarce know a lesser since (if any since may be accounted little) than a harmless officious lie. pns12 vvb xx d jc j (c-acp pc-acp vbz xx d jc j) cs dt n1 pp-f np1: pns12 av-j vvb dt jc n1 (cs d n1 vmb vbi vvn j) cs dt j j vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
835 Yet may not this be done; no not for that. Will you speake wickedly for God, and talke deceitfully for him? Iob 13.7. Yet may not this be done; no not for that. Will you speak wickedly for God, and talk deceitfully for him? Job 13.7. av vmb xx d vbi vdn; uh-dx xx p-acp d. vmb pn22 vvi av-j p-acp np1, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31? np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
836 If not for the glory of God; then certainly not for any other inferiour end: not for the sauing of a life ; If not for the glory of God; then Certainly not for any other inferior end: not for the Saving of a life; cs xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; av av-j xx p-acp d j-jn j-jn n1: xx p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
837 not for the conuersion of a soule ; not for the peace of a Church ; not for the conversion of a soul; not for the peace of a Church; xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
838 and (if euen that were possible too) not for the redemption of a world. No intention of any end can warrant the choice of sinfull meanes to compasse it. The reasons are strong. One is; and (if even that were possible too) not for the redemption of a world. No intention of any end can warrant the choice of sinful means to compass it. The Reasons Are strong. One is; cc (cs av-j cst vbdr j av) xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. uh-dx n1 pp-f d vvb vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f j vvz pc-acp vvi pn31. dt n2 vbr j. pi vbz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
839 because sinne in its owne nature, is de numero ineligibilium: and therefore as not eligible propter se, for it own sake, (there is neither forme nor beautie in it, that wee should desire it;) so neither propter aliud, with reference to any farther end. Because sin in its own nature, is de numero ineligibilium: and Therefore as not eligible propter se, for it own sake, (there is neither Form nor beauty in it, that we should desire it;) so neither propter Aliud, with Referente to any farther end. c-acp n1 p-acp po31 d n1, vbz fw-mi fw-it fw-la: cc av c-acp xx j fw-la fw-la, p-acp pn31 d n1, (pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp pn31, cst pns12 vmd vvi pn31;) av d fw-la vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp d jc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 71
840 Actus peccati non est ordinabilis in bonum finem ; is the common resolution of the Schooles. Actus peccati non est ordinabilis in bonum finem; is the Common resolution of the Schools. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la; vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 71
841 In ciuill and popular elections, if men make choice of such a person, to beare any office or place among them; In civil and popular elections, if men make choice of such a person, to bear any office or place among them; p-acp j cc j n2, cs n2 vvb n1 pp-f d dt n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 72
842 as by the locall Charters, Ordinances, Statutes, or other Customes which should rule them in their choice, is altogether ineligible: as by the local Charters, Ordinances, Statutes, or other Customs which should Rule them in their choice, is altogether ineligible: c-acp p-acp dt j n2, n2, n2, cc j-jn n2 r-crq vmd vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1, vbz av j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 72
843 the election is de iure nulla, naught and voide; the election is de iure nulla, nought and void; dt n1 vbz fw-fr fw-la fw-la, pix cc j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 72
844 the incapacitie of the person elected, making a nullitie in the act of election. No lesse is it in morall actions and elections: the incapacity of the person elected, making a nullity in the act of election. No less is it in moral actions and elections: dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j-vvn, vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av-dx av-dc vbz pn31 p-acp j n2 cc n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 72
845 if for any intended end we make choice of such meanes, as by the Law of God (which is our rule, if for any intended end we make choice of such means, as by the Law of God (which is our Rule, cs p-acp d j-vvn n1 pns12 vvb n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbz po12 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 72
846 and must guide vs) are ineligible; and such is euery sinne. Another reason is grounded vpon that Principle, Bonum ex causa integra, Malum ex partiali. and must guide us) Are ineligible; and such is every sin. another reason is grounded upon that Principle, Bonum ex causa Whole, Malum ex partiali. cc vmb vvi pno12) vbr j; cc d vbz d n1. j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (8) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 72
847 Any partiall or particular defect, in Obiect, End, Maner, or other Circumstance, is inough to make the whole action bad; Any partial or particular defect, in Object, End, Manner, or other Circumstance, is enough to make the Whole actium bade; d j cc j n1, p-acp n1, vvb, n1, cc j-jn n1, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 vvd; (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
848 but to make it good, there must be an vniuersall concurrence of all requisite conditions in euery of these respects: but to make it good, there must be an universal concurrence of all requisite conditions in every of these respects: cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 j, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp d pp-f d n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
849 As a disfigured eye, or nose, or lippe, maketh the face deformed ; but to make it comely, there is required the due proportion of euery part. As a disfigured eye, or nose, or lip, makes the face deformed; but to make it comely, there is required the due proportion of every part. c-acp dt vvn n1, cc n1, cc n1, vvz dt n1 j-vvn; cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 j, a-acp vbz vvn dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
850 And any one short Clause, or Prouiso, not legall, is sufficient to abate the whole writ or instrument, though in euerie other part absolute, and without exception. And any one short Clause, or Proviso, not Legal, is sufficient to abate the Whole writ or Instrument, though in every other part absolute, and without exception. cc d crd j n1, cc n1, xx j, vbz j p-acp vvb dt j-jn vvn cc n1, c-acp p-acp d j-jn n1 j, cc p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
851 The Intention then, be it granted neuer so good, is vnsufficient to warrant an Action good; The Intention then, be it granted never so good, is unsufficient to warrant an Actium good; dt n1 av, vbb pn31 vvn av av j, vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
852 so long as it faileth either in the object, or maner, or any requisite circumstance whatsoeuer. so long as it Faileth either in the Object, or manner, or any requisite circumstance whatsoever. av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz av-d p-acp dt n1, cc n1, cc d j n1 r-crq. (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
853 Saul pretended a good end, in sparing the fat things of Amalek; that he might therewith do sacrifice to the Lord: Saul pretended a good end, in sparing the fat things of Amalek; that he might therewith do sacrifice to the Lord: np1 vvd dt j n1, p-acp vvg dt j n2 pp-f np1; cst pns31 vmd av vdb vvi p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
854 but God reiected both it and him, 1 Sam. 15. We can thinke no other, but God rejected both it and him, 1 Sam. 15. We can think no other, p-acp np1 vvd d pn31 cc pno31, crd np1 crd pns12 vmb vvi dx n-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 75
855 but that Vzzah intended the safetie of Gods Arke, when it tottered in the cart, and hee stretched out his hand to stay it from falling: but that Uzzah intended the safety of God's Ark, when it tottered in the cart, and he stretched out his hand to stay it from falling: cc-acp cst np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, c-crq pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vvd av po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp vvg: (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 75
856 but God interpreted it a presumption, and punished it, 2 Sam. 6. Doubtlesse Peter meant no hurt to Christ, but rather good; but God interpreted it a presumption, and punished it, 2 Sam. 6. Doubtless Peter meant no hurt to christ, but rather good; cc-acp np1 vvd pn31 dt n1, cc vvd pn31, crd np1 crd av-j np1 vvd dx n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp av-c j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 75
857 when hee tooke him aside, and aduised him to bee good to himselfe, and to keepe him out of danger: when he took him aside, and advised him to be good to himself, and to keep him out of danger: c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 av, cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi j p-acp px31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 75
858 yet Christ rebuked him for it, and set him packing in the Diuils name, Get thee behinde me, Sathan, Mat. 16. yet christ rebuked him for it, and Set him packing in the Devils name, Get thee behind me, Sathan, Mathew 16. av np1 vvd pno31 p-acp pn31, cc vvd pno31 vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1, vvb pno21 p-acp pno11, np1, np1 crd (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 75
859 But what will wee say (and let that stand for a third reason) if our pretended good intention proue indeed no good intention? And certainly, be it as faire and glorious, But what will we say (and let that stand for a third reason) if our pretended good intention prove indeed no good intention? And Certainly, be it as fair and glorious, cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi (cc vvb cst vvb p-acp dt ord n1) cs po12 j-vvn j n1 vvb av dx j n1? cc av-j, vbb pn31 c-acp j cc j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 75
860 as we could be content to imagine it, such it will proue to be, if it set vs vpon any sinfull or vnwarranted meanes; as we could be content to imagine it, such it will prove to be, if it Set us upon any sinful or unwarranted means; c-acp pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31, d pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi, cs pn31 vvd pno12 p-acp d j cc j-vvn n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 75
861 indeed no good intention, but a bad. For granted it must be, that the Intention of any end doth virtually include the meanes: as in a Syllogisme, the Premises doe the Conclusion. No more then can the choice of ill meanes proceed from a good intention ; indeed no good intention, but a bad. For granted it must be, that the Intention of any end does virtually include the means: as in a Syllogism, the Premises do the Conclusion. No more then can the choice of ill means proceed from a good intention; av dx j n1, cc-acp dt j. p-acp vvd pn31 vmb vbi, cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vdz av-j vvi dt n2: a-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n2 vdb dt n1. av-dx dc cs vmb dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 vvb p-acp dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 75
862 than can a false Conclusion be inferred from true Premises: and that is impossible. than can a false Conclusion be inferred from true Premises: and that is impossible. cs vmb dt j n1 vbb vvn p-acp j n2: cc d vbz j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 75
863 From which ground it is, that the Fathers, and other Diuines doe oftentimes argue from the intention to the action, and from the goodnesse of the one, to the goodnesse of both: From which ground it is, that the Father's, and other Divines do oftentimes argue from the intention to the actium, and from the Goodness of the one, to the Goodness of both: p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz, cst dt n2, cc j-jn n2-jn vdb av vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 75
864 to that purpose applying those speeches of our Sauiour, in the twelfth, and in the sixth of Matthew, Either make the tree good, and his fruit good: to that purpose applying those Speeches of our Saviour, in the twelfth, and in the sixth of Matthew, Either make the tree good, and his fruit good: p-acp d n1 vvg d n2 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt ord, cc p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, av-d vvi dt n1 j, cc po31 n1 j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 75
865 or else make the tree corrupt, and his fruit corrupt: And, if thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light: or Else make the tree corrupt, and his fruit corrupt: And, if thine eye be single, thy Whole body shall be full of Light: cc av vvb dt n1 vvi, cc po31 n1 vvi: cc, cs po21 n1 vbi j, po21 j-jn n1 vmb vbi j pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 75
866 but if thine eye be euill, thy whole body shall be full of darknesse. The light of the body, is the eye; but if thine eye be evil, thy Whole body shall be full of darkness. The Light of the body, is the eye; cc-acp cs po21 n1 vbi j-jn, po21 j-jn n1 vmb vbi j pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 74
867 & of the worke, the intention. No maruell, when the eye is euill, if the whole body bee darke ; & of the work, the intention. No marvel, when the eye is evil, if the Whole body be dark; cc pp-f dt n1, dt n1. dx n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz j-jn, cs dt j-jn n1 vbb j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 74
868 and when the intention is euill, if the whole worke be naught. That which deceiueth most men in iudging of good or bad intentions, is, that they take the end, and the intention, for one and the same thing: and when the intention is evil, if the Whole work be nought. That which deceiveth most men in judging of good or bad intentions, is, that they take the end, and the intention, for one and the same thing: cc c-crq dt n1 vbz j-jn, cs dt j-jn vvb vbb pix. cst r-crq vvz av-ds n2 p-acp vvg pp-f j cc j n2, vbz, cst pns32 vvb dt n1, cc dt n1, p-acp crd cc dt d n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 74
869 betwixt which two there is a spacious difference. betwixt which two there is a spacious difference. p-acp r-crq crd a-acp vbz dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 74
870 For the end, is the thing propter quid, for which we work, that whereat we aime in working, For the end, is the thing propter quid, for which we work, that whereat we aim in working, p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 fw-la fw-la, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, cst c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp vvg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 74
871 and so hath rationem causae finalis: but the intention is the cause à qua, from which we worke, that which setteth vs on working; and so hath rationem causae finalis: but the intention is the cause à qua, from which we work, that which sets us on working; cc av vhz fw-la fw-la fw-la: p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 fw-fr fw-la, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, cst r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp vvg; (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 74
872 and so hath rationem causae efficientis. Now betweene these two kindes of causes, the finall and the efficient, there is not only a great difference, but euen a repugnancie; and so hath rationem causae efficientis. Now between these two Kinds of Causes, the final and the efficient, there is not only a great difference, but even a repugnancy; cc av vhz fw-la fw-la fw-la. av p-acp d crd n2 pp-f n2, dt j cc dt j, a-acp vbz xx av-j dt j n1, cc-acp av-j dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 74
873 in such sort, as that it is impossible they should at any time cöincidere, which some other kindes of causes may doe. in such sort, as that it is impossible they should At any time cöincidere, which Some other Kinds of Causes may do. p-acp d n1, c-acp cst pn31 vbz j pns32 vmd p-acp d n1 fw-la, r-crq d j-jn n2 pp-f n2 vmb vdi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 74
874 It is therefore an error to thinke, that if the end bee good, the intention of that end must needs be good: It is Therefore an error to think, that if the end be good, the intention of that end must needs be good: pn31 vbz av dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst cs dt vvb vbb j, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb av vbi j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 74
875 for there may as well be a bad intention of a good end, as a bad desire of a good obiect. Whatsoeuer the end be we intend, it is certaine that intention cannot be good, which putteth vs vpon the choice of euill meanes. for there may as well be a bad intention of a good end, as a bad desire of a good Object. Whatsoever the end be we intend, it is certain that intention cannot be good, which putteth us upon the choice of evil means. c-acp a-acp vmb a-acp av vbb dt j n1 pp-f dt j vvb, p-acp dt j vvb pp-f dt j vvi. r-crq dt vvb vbb pns12 vvb, pn31 vbz j cst n1 vmbx vbi j, r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 74
876 Me thinkes the Church of Rome should blush, (if her forehead dyed red with the blood of Gods Saints, were capable of any tincture of shame,) at the discouery of her manifold impostures, in counterfeiting of Reliques, in coyning of Miracles, in compiling of Legends, in gelding of good Authors by expurgatory Indexes ; Me thinks the Church of Rome should blush, (if her forehead died read with the blood of God's Saints, were capable of any tincture of shame,) At the discovery of her manifold Impostors, in counterfeiting of Relics, in coining of Miracles, in compiling of Legends, in gelding of good Authors by expurgatory Indexes; pno11 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi, (cs po31 n1 vvd j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, vbdr j pp-f d n1 pp-f n1,) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2, p-acp vvg pp-f n2, p-acp vvg pp-f n2, p-acp vvg pp-f n2, p-acp n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp n1 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 75
877 in iuggling with Magistrates by lewd Equiuocations, &c. Practices warrantable by no pretence. Yet in their account but piae fraudes ; in juggling with Magistrates by lewd Equivocations, etc. Practices warrantable by no pretence. Yet in their account but Pious frauds; p-acp j-vvg p-acp n2 p-acp j n2, av n2 j p-acp dx n1. av p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 75
878 for so they terme them, no lesse ridiculously, than falsly: for the one word contradicteth the other. for so they term them, no less ridiculously, than falsely: for the one word Contradicteth the other. c-acp av pns32 vvb pno32, av-dx dc av-j, av av-j: c-acp dt crd n1 vvz dt j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 75
879 But what doe I speake of these, but petty things, in comparison of those her lowder impieties? breaking couenants of truce and peace ; But what do I speak of these, but Petty things, in comparison of those her Louder impieties? breaking Covenants of truce and peace; p-acp q-crq vdb pns11 vvb pp-f d, cc-acp j n2, p-acp n1 pp-f d po31 jc n2? vvg n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 75
880 dissoluing of lawfull, and dispensing for vnlawfull marriages; assoyling Subiects from their Oaths and Allegiance ; plotting Treasons, and practising Rebellions ; excommunicating and dethroning Kings ; arbitrary disposing of Kingdomes ; stabbing and murthering of Princes ; warranting vniust inuasions ; and blowing vp Parliament houses. dissolving of lawful, and dispensing for unlawful marriages; assoiling Subjects from their Oaths and Allegiance; plotting Treasons, and practising Rebellions; excommunicating and dethroning Kings; arbitrary disposing of Kingdoms; stabbing and murdering of Princes; warranting unjust invasions; and blowing up Parliament houses. vvg pp-f j, cc vvg p-acp j n2; vvg n2-jn p-acp po32 n2 cc n1; vvg n2, cc vvg n2; vvg cc vvg n2; j-jn n-vvg pp-f n2; vvg cc vvg pp-f n2; vvg j n2; cc vvg a-acp n1 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 75
881 For all which, and diuers other foule attempts, their Catholique defence is the aduancement (forsooth) of the Catholique Cause: Like his in the Poet, Quocunque modo rem, is their Resolution: For all which, and diverse other foul attempts, their Catholic defence is the advancement (forsooth) of the Catholic Cause: Like his in the Poet, Quocunque modo remembering, is their Resolution: p-acp d r-crq, cc j j-jn j n2, po32 jp n1 vbz dt n1 (uh) pp-f dt jp n1: av-j png31 p-acp dt n1, fw-la fw-la vvg, vbz po32 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 75
882 by right, or wrong, the State of the Papacie must be vpheld. That is their vnum necessarium: and if heauen fauour not; by right, or wrong, the State of the Papacy must be upheld. That is their One Necessary: and if heaven favour not; p-acp j-jn, cc n-jn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn. cst vbz po32 fw-la fw-la: cc cs n1 vvb xx; (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 75
883 rather than faile, helpe must be had from hell, to keepe Antichrist in his throne. But let them passe, and touch neerer home. rather than fail, help must be had from hell, to keep Antichrist in his throne. But let them pass, and touch nearer home. av cs vvi, n1 vmb vbi vhn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1. p-acp vvb pno32 vvi, cc vvb av-jc n1-an. (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 75
884 There are (God knoweth) many Ignorants abroad in the world: some of them so vnreasonable, as to thinke they haue sufficiently non-plus't any reprouer; There Are (God Knoweth) many ignorants abroad in the world: Some of them so unreasonable, as to think they have sufficiently non-plused any reprover; pc-acp vbr (np1 vvz) d n2-j av p-acp dt n1: d pp-f pno32 av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi pns32 vhb av-j j d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 75
885 if being admonished of something ill done, they haue but returned this poore reply, Is it not better to do so, if being admonished of something ill done, they have but returned this poor reply, Is it not better to do so, cs vbg vvn pp-f pi j-jn vdn, pns32 vhb p-acp vvn d j n1, vbz pn31 xx vvi pc-acp vdi av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
886 than to do worse? But alasse, what necessitie of doing either so, or worse ; when Gods law bindeth thee from both? He that said, Doe not commit adultery; said also, Do not kill: than to do Worse? But alas, what necessity of doing either so, or Worse; when God's law binds thee from both? He that said, Do not commit adultery; said also, Do not kill: cs pc-acp vdi av-jc? cc-acp uh, q-crq n1 pp-f vdg d av, cc jc; c-crq ng1 n1 vvz pno21 p-acp d? pns31 cst vvd, vdb xx vvi n1; vvn av, vdb xx vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
887 and he that said, Doe not steale ; and he that said, Do not steal; cc pns31 cst vvd, vdb xx vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
888 said also, Doe not lie. If then thou lie, or kill, or doe any other sinne; said also, Do not lie. If then thou lie, or kill, or do any other sin; vvd av, vdb xx vvi. cs av pns21 vvb, cc vvi, cc vdb d j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
889 though thou thinkest thereby to auoide stealth, or adultery, or some other sinne: yet thou art become a transgressour of the Law ; though thou Thinkest thereby to avoid stealth, or adultery, or Some other sin: yet thou art become a transgressor of the Law; cs pns21 vv2 av pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1, cc d j-jn n1: av pns21 vb2r vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
890 and by offending in one point of it, guilty of all. and by offending in one point of it, guilty of all. cc p-acp vvg p-acp crd n1 pp-f pn31, j pp-f d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
891 It is but a poore choyce, when a man is desperately resolued to cast himselfe away; It is but a poor choice, when a man is desperately resolved to cast himself away; pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vvi px31 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
892 whether hee should rather hang, or drowne, or stab, or pine himselfe to death: there may be more horror, more paine, more lingring, in one than another; whither he should rather hang, or drown, or stab, or pine himself to death: there may be more horror, more pain, more lingering, in one than Another; cs pns31 vmd av-c vvb, cc vvb, cc vvb, cc vvb px31 p-acp n1: pc-acp vmb vbi av-dc n1, dc n1, av-dc j-vvg, p-acp crd cs n-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
893 but they all come to one period, and determine in the same point; death is the issue of them all. but they all come to one Period, and determine in the same point; death is the issue of them all. cc-acp pns32 d vvb p-acp crd n1, cc vvi p-acp dt d n1; n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
894 And it can be but a slender comfort for a man, that will needes thrust himselfe into the mouth of hell by sinning wilfully, that he is damned rather for lying, than for stealing, or whoring, or killing, or some greater crime: And it can be but a slender Comfort for a man, that will needs thrust himself into the Mouth of hell by sinning wilfully, that he is damned rather for lying, than for stealing, or whoring, or killing, or Some greater crime: cc pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vmb av vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg av-j, cst pns31 vbz vvn av-c p-acp vvg, cs p-acp vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc d jc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
895 Damnation is the wages of them all. Murther can but hang a man; and (without fauour) Petty-Larceny will hang a man too. Damnation is the wages of them all. Murder can but hang a man; and (without favour) Petty larceny will hang a man too. n1 vbz dt n2 pp-f pno32 d. vvb vmb p-acp vvi dt n1; cc (p-acp n1) n1 vmb vvi dt n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
896 The greatest sinnes can but damne a man; and (without Gods mercie) the smallest will damne a man too. The greatest Sins can but damn a man; and (without God's mercy) the Smallest will damn a man too. dt js n2 vmb p-acp vvi dt n1; cc (p-acp npg1 n1) dt js vmb vvi dt n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
897 But what? wil some reply: But what? will Some reply: p-acp q-crq? vmb d n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
898 In case two sinnes be propounded, may I not doe the lesser, to auoide the greater? Otherwise must I not of necessitie doe the greater? The answer is short and easie: In case two Sins be propounded, may I not do the lesser, to avoid the greater? Otherwise must I not of necessity do the greater? The answer is short and easy: p-acp n1 crd n2 vbb vvn, vmb pns11 xx vdi dt jc, pc-acp vvi dt jc? av vmb pns11 xx pp-f n1 vdb dt jc? dt n1 vbz j cc j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
899 If two sinnes bee propounded, doe neither. Emalis minimum, holdeth as you heard (and yet not alwayes neither) in euils of Paine: But that is no Rule for euils of sinne. Here the safer Rule is, è malis nollum. And the reason is sound; If two Sins be propounded, do neither. Emalis minimum, holds as you herd (and yet not always neither) in evils of Pain: But that is no Rule for evils of sin. Here the safer Rule is, è malis nollum. And the reason is found; cs crd n2 vbb vvn, vdb av-dx. np1 fw-la, vvz c-acp pn22 vvd (cc av xx av av-d) p-acp n2-jn pp-f n1: p-acp d vbz dx n1 p-acp n2-jn pp-f n1. av dt jc n1 vbz, fw-la fw-la fw-la. cc dt n1 vbz j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 79
900 from the Principle wee haue in hand. If wee may not doe any euill, to procure a positiue good; from the Principle we have in hand. If we may not do any evil, to procure a positive good; p-acp dt n1 pns12 vhb p-acp n1. cs pns12 vmb xx vdi d n-jn, pc-acp vvi dt j j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 79
901 certainely much lesse may wee doe one euill, to auoide or preuent another. Certainly much less may we do one evil, to avoid or prevent Another. av-j av-d av-dc vmb pns12 vdi pi j-jn, pc-acp vvi cc vvi j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 79
902 But what if both cannot bee auoyded, but that one must needes be done? In such a straite may I not chuse the lesser? To thee ; But what if both cannot be avoided, but that one must needs be done? In such a strait may I not choose the lesser? To thee; cc-acp q-crq cs d vmbx vbi vvn, p-acp d pi vmb av vbi vdn? p-acp d dt n1 vmb pns11 xx vvi dt jc? p-acp pno21; (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
903 I say againe, as before, Chuse neither. To the Case, I answer; It is no Case: I say again, as before, Choose neither. To the Case, I answer; It is no Case: pns11 vvb av, c-acp a-acp, vvb av-dx. p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb; pn31 vbz dx n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
904 because, as it is put, it is a case impossible. For Nemo angustiatur ad peecandum ▪ the Case cannot be supposed, wherin a man should be so straitned, Because, as it is put, it is a case impossible. For Nemo angustiatur ad peecandum ▪ the Case cannot be supposed, wherein a man should be so straitened, c-acp, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pn31 vbz dt n1 j. p-acp np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la ▪ dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn, c-crq dt n1 vmd vbi av vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
905 as he could not come off fairly without sinning. A man by rashnesse, or feare, or frailety may foulely entangle himselfe; as he could not come off fairly without sinning. A man by rashness, or Fear, or frailty may foully entangle himself; c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi a-acp av-j p-acp vvg. dt n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1 vmb av-j vvi px31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
906 and through the powerfull engagements of sinne driue himselfe into very narrow straites, or be so driuen by the fault or iniury of others: and through the powerful engagements of sin driven himself into very narrow straits, or be so driven by the fault or injury of Others: cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 vvi px31 p-acp av j n2, cc vbb av vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
907 yet there cannot be any such straits, as should enforce a necessitie of sinning; but that still there is one path or other out of them without sinne. yet there cannot be any such straits, as should enforce a necessity of sinning; but that still there is one path or other out of them without sin. av a-acp vmbx vbi d d n2, c-acp vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg; cc-acp cst av a-acp vbz crd n1 cc n-jn av pp-f pno32 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
908 The Perplexity that seemeth to bee in the things, is rather in the men ; The Perplexity that seems to be in the things, is rather in the men; dt n1 cst vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2, vbz av p-acp dt n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
909 who puzzle and lose themselues in the Labyrinths of sinne, because they care not to heed the clue that would leade them out, if it were well followed. who puzzle and loose themselves in the Labyrinths of sin, Because they care not to heed the Clue that would lead them out, if it were well followed. r-crq n1 cc vvi px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vmd vvi pno32 av, cs pn31 vbdr av vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
910 Say, a man through heate of bloud make a wicked vow to kill his brother: Say, a man through heat of blood make a wicked Voelli to kill his brother: n1, dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 78
911 here hee hath by his owne rashnesse brought himselfe into a seeming strait, that either he must commit a murther, or breake a vow ; Here he hath by his own rashness brought himself into a seeming strait, that either he must commit a murder, or break a Voelli; av pns31 vhz p-acp po31 d n1 vvd px31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cst d pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt vvb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 78
912 either of which seemeth to bee a great sinne, the one against the fifth, the other against the third commandement. either of which seems to be a great sin, the one against the fifth, the other against the third Commandment. d pp-f r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi dt j n1, dt pi p-acp dt ord, dt j-jn p-acp dt ord n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 78
913 But here is in very deed no strait or perplexity at all: Here is a faire open course for him without sinne. Hee may breake his vow; But Here is in very deed no strait or perplexity At all: Here is a fair open course for him without sin. He may break his Voelli; p-acp av vbz p-acp j n1 dx j cc n1 p-acp d: av vbz dt j j n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1. pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 78
914 and there an end, Neither is this the choyce of the lesser sinne ; and there an end, Neither is this the choice of the lesser sin; cc a-acp dt n1, av-dx vbz d dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 78
915 but onely the loosening of the lesser bond: the bond of charitie being greater, than the bond of a promise ; but only the loosening of the lesser bound: the bound of charity being greater, than the bound of a promise; cc-acp av-j dt vvg pp-f dt jc n1: dt n1 pp-f n1 vbg jc, cs dt n1 pp-f dt vvb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 78
916 and there being good reason that (in termes of inconsistencie, when both cannot stand,) the lesser bond should yeeld to the greater. and there being good reason that (in terms of inconsistency, when both cannot stand,) the lesser bound should yield to the greater. cc a-acp vbg j n1 cst (p-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-crq av-d vmbx vvi,) dt jc n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt jc. (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 78
917 But is it not a sinne for a man to breake a vow? Yes; where it may be kept saluis charitate & iustitiae, there the breach is a sinne: But is it not a sin for a man to break a Voelli? Yes; where it may be kept saluis charitate & iustitiae, there the breach is a sin: cc-acp vbz pn31 xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1? uh; c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn fw-it fw-la cc fw-la, a-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 78
918 but in the case proposed, it is no sinne. but in the case proposed, it is no sin. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 vvn, pn31 vbz dx n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 78
919 As Christ saith in the point of swearing, so it may be said in the point of breach of vow, NONLATINALPHABET. As christ Says in the point of swearing, so it may be said in the point of breach of Voelli,. p-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, av pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1,. (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 78
920 Neuer was any breach of vow; but it was peccatum, or ex peccato : the breaking is either it selfe formally a sinne; Never was any breach of Voelli; but it was peccatum, or ex Peccato: the breaking is either it self formally a sin; av-x vbds d n1 pp-f n1; cc-acp pn31 vbds fw-la, cc fw-la n1: dt n-vvg vbz d pn31 n1 av-j dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 78
921 or it argueth at least a former sinne, in the making. or it argue At least a former sin, in the making. cc pn31 vvz p-acp ds dt j n1, p-acp dt vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 78
922 So as the sinne, in the case alledged, was before in making such an vnlawfull vow; So as the sin, in the case alleged, was before in making such an unlawful Voelli; av p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vvd, vbds a-acp p-acp vvg d dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 78
923 and for that sinne the party must repent: and for that sin the party must Repent: cc p-acp d n1 dt n1 vmb vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 78
924 but the breaking of it now it is made, is no new sinne; (rather it is a necessarie duty, but the breaking of it now it is made, is no new sin; (rather it is a necessary duty, cc-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31 av pn31 vbz vvn, vbz dx j n1; (av pn31 vbz dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 78
925 and a branch of that repentance which is due for the former rashnesse in making it,) because a hurtfull vow is, (and that virtute praecepti ) rather to be broken than kept. and a branch of that Repentance which is due for the former rashness in making it,) Because a hurtful Voelli is, (and that virtute Precepts) rather to be broken than kept. cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvg pn31,) c-acp dt j n1 vbz, (cc d fw-la fw-la) av-c pc-acp vbi vvn cs vvd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 79
926 The Aegyptian Midwiues, not by their owne fault, but by Pharaohs tyrannous command, are driuen into a narrow strait, enforcing a seeming necessitie of sinne: The Egyptian Midwives, not by their own fault, but by Pharaohs tyrannous command, Are driven into a narrow strait, enforcing a seeming necessity of sin: dt jp n2, xx p-acp po32 d n1, cc-acp p-acp np1 j n1, vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, vvg dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
927 for either they must destroy the Hebrew children, and so sinne by Murther ; for either they must destroy the Hebrew children, and so sin by Murder; c-acp d pns32 vmb vvi dt njp n2, cc av vvb p-acp vvb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
928 or else they must deuise some hansome shift to carry it cleanely from the Kings knowledge, or Else they must devise Some handsome shift to carry it cleanly from the Kings knowledge, cc av pns32 vmb vvi d j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j p-acp dt ng1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
929 and so sinne by lying. And so they did; and so sin by lying. And so they did; cc av vvb p-acp vvg. cc av pns32 vdd; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
930 they chose rather to lye, than to kill: as indeed in the comparison it is by much the lesser sinne. they chosen rather to lie, than to kill: as indeed in the comparison it is by much the lesser sin. pns32 vvd av-c p-acp vvb, cs p-acp vvi: c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp d dt jc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
931 But the very truth is, they should haue done neither: they should flatly haue refused the Kings commandement, though with hazzard of their liues; But the very truth is, they should have done neither: they should flatly have refused the Kings Commandment, though with hazard of their lives; p-acp dt j n1 vbz, pns32 vmd vhi vdn av-dx: pns32 vmd av-j vhi vvn dt ng1 n1, cs p-acp vvi pp-f po32 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
932 and haue resolued rather to suffer any euil, than to do any. And so Lot should haue done: and have resolved rather to suffer any evil, than to do any. And so Lot should have done: cc vhb vvn av-c pc-acp vvi d j-jn, cs pc-acp vdi d. cc av n1 vmd vhi vdn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
933 hee should rather haue aduentured his owne life, and theirs too, in protecting the chastitie of his Daughters, he should rather have adventured his own life, and theirs too, in protecting the chastity of his Daughters, pns31 vmd av-c vhi vvn po31 d n1, cc png32 av, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
934 and the safetie of his ghests; than haue offered the exposall of his Daughters to the lusts of the beastly Sodomites, and the safety of his guests; than have offered the exposall of his Daughters to the Lustiest of the beastly Sodomites, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; cs n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
935 though it were to redeeme his ghests from the abuse of fouler and more abominable filthinesse. Absolutely; though it were to Redeem his guests from the abuse of Fowler and more abominable filthiness. Absolutely; cs pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f jc cc av-dc j n1. av-j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
936 there cannot be a case imagined, wherin it should be impossible to auoide one sin, vnlesse by the committing of another. there cannot be a case imagined, wherein it should be impossible to avoid one since, unless by the committing of Another. pc-acp vmbx vbi dt n1 vvd, c-crq pn31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi crd n1, cs p-acp dt vvg pp-f j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
937 The case which of all other commeth neerest to a Perplexity, is that of an erroneous conscience: because of a double bond; the bond of Gods Law ; The case which of all other comes nearest to a Perplexity, is that of an erroneous conscience: Because of a double bound; the bound of God's Law; dt n1 r-crq pp-f d n-jn vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, vbz cst pp-f dt j n1: c-acp pp-f dt j-jn n1; dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
938 which to transgresse, is a sinne; and the bond of particular conscience, which also to transgresse, is a sinne. which to transgress, is a sin; and the bound of particular conscience, which also to transgress, is a sin. r-crq p-acp vvi, vbz dt n1; cc dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq av p-acp vvb, vbz dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
939 Whereupon there seemeth to follow an ineuitable necessitie of sinning; when Gods Law requireth one thing, and particular conscience dictateth the flat contrary: Whereupon there seems to follow an inevitable necessity of sinning; when God's Law requires one thing, and particular conscience dictateth the flat contrary: c-crq a-acp vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f vvg; c-crq n2 n1 vvz crd n1, cc j n1 vvz dt j n-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 79
940 For in such a case, a man must either obey Gods Law, and so sinne against his owne conscience; For in such a case, a man must either obey God's Law, and so sin against his own conscience; c-acp p-acp d dt n1, dt n1 vmb av-d vvi npg1 n1, cc av vvb p-acp po31 d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 82
941 or obey his owne conscience, and so sinne against Gods Law. But neither in this case is there any Perplexitie at all in the things themselues: or obey his own conscience, and so sin against God's Law. But neither in this case is there any Perplexity At all in the things themselves: cc vvi po31 d n1, cc av vvb p-acp ng1 n1. p-acp d p-acp d n1 vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp d p-acp dt n2 px32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 82
942 that which there is, is through the default of the man onely, whose iudgement being erroneous mis-leadeth his conscience, that which there is, is through the default of the man only, whose judgement being erroneous misleadeth his conscience, cst r-crq a-acp vbz, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j, rg-crq n1 vbg j j po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 82
943 and so casteth him vpon a necessitie of sinning. But yet the necessitie is no simple, and absolute, and vnauoidable, and perpetuall necessitie: and so Cast him upon a necessity of sinning. But yet the necessity is no simple, and absolute, and unavoidable, and perpetual necessity: cc av vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg. p-acp av dt n1 vbz dx j, cc j, cc j, cc j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 82
944 for it is onely a necessitie ex hypothesi, and for a time, and continueth but stante tali errore. And still there is a way out betwixt those sinnes, and that without a third: for it is only a necessity ex Hypothesis, and for a time, and Continueth but Standing tali Error. And still there is a Way out betwixt those Sins, and that without a third: c-acp pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 fw-la fw-la, cc p-acp dt n1, cc vvz p-acp n-jn fw-la n1. cc av pc-acp vbz dt n1 av p-acp d n2, cc cst p-acp dt ord: (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 82
945 and that way is deponere erroncam conscientiam. He must rectifie his iudgement, and reforme the errour of his Conscience, and then all is well. and that Way is deponere erroncam conscientiam. He must rectify his judgement, and reform the error of his Conscience, and then all is well. cc d n1 vbz fw-la fw-la fw-la. pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av d vbz av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 82
946 There is no perplexitie, no necessitie, no obligation, no expediencie; which should either enforce, or perswade vs to any sinne. There is no perplexity, no necessity, no obligation, no expediency; which should either enforce, or persuade us to any sin. pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx n1, dx n1, dx n1; r-crq vmd d vvi, cc vvb pno12 p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 82
947 The resolution is damnable, Let vs doe euill, that good may come. I must take leaue, before I passe from this point, to make two instances ; The resolution is damnable, Let us doe evil, that good may come. I must take leave, before I pass from this point, to make two instances; dt n1 vbz j, vvb pno12 n1 j-jn, cst j vmb vvi. pns11 vmb vvi n1, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi crd n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 82
948 and to measure out from the Rule of my Text an answer to them both. and to measure out from the Rule of my Text an answer to them both. cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt vvb pp-f po11 n1 dt n1 p-acp pno32 d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 82
949 They are such, as I would desire you of this place to take due and speciall consideration of. I desire to deale plainely ; They Are such, as I would desire you of this place to take due and special consideration of. I desire to deal plainly; pns32 vbr d, c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn cc j n1 pp-f. pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av-j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 82
950 and I hope it shall bee (by Gods blessing vpon it) effectually, for your good, and I hope it shall be (by God's blessing upon it) effectually, for your good, cc pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi (p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp pn31) av-j, p-acp po22 j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 82
951 and the Churches peace. One instance shall bee in a sinne of Commission ; the other, in a sinne of Omission. and the Churches peace. One instance shall be in a sin of Commission; the other, in a sin of Omission. cc dt ng1 n1. crd n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 82
952 The sinne of Commission wherein I would instance, is indeed a sinne beyond Commission: it is the vsurping of the Magistrates Office without a Commission. The Question is; The sin of Commission wherein I would instance, is indeed a sin beyond Commission: it is the usurping of the Magistrates Office without a Commission. The Question is; dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pns11 vmd n1, vbz av dt n1 p-acp n1: pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1. dt vvb vbz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 81
953 whether the zealous intention of a good end may not warrant it good, or at least excuse it from being euill, whither the zealous intention of a good end may not warrant it good, or At least excuse it from being evil, cs dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb xx vvb pn31 j, cc p-acp ds vvb pn31 p-acp vbg j-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 81
954 and a sinne? I need not frame a Case for the illustration of this instance: the inconsiderate forwardnes of some hath made it to my hand. and a sin? I need not frame a Case for the illustration of this instance: the inconsiderate forwardness of Some hath made it to my hand. cc dt n1? pns11 vvb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1: dt j n1 pp-f d vhz vvn pn31 p-acp po11 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 81
955 You may reade it in the disfigured windowes and wals of this Church: Pictures, and Statua's, and Images ; You may read it in the disfigured windows and walls of this Church: Pictures, and Statua's, and Images; pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt vvn n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1: n2, cc npg1, cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 81
956 and for their sakes the windowes and walles wherein they stood, haue been heretofore, and of late pulled downe, and for their sakes the windows and walls wherein they stood, have been heretofore, and of late pulled down, cc p-acp po32 n2 dt n2 cc n2 c-crq pns32 vvd, vhb vbn av, cc pp-f av-j vvn a-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 81
957 and broken in pieces and defaced: and broken in Pieces and defaced: cc vvn p-acp n2 cc vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 81
958 without the Command, or so much as leaue of those who haue power to reforme things amisse in that kind. without the Command, or so much as leave of those who have power to reform things amiss in that kind. p-acp dt vvb, cc av av-d c-acp vvb pp-f d r-crq vhb n1 pc-acp vvi n2 av p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 81
959 Charitie bindeth vs to thinke the best of those that haue done it: that is, that they did it out of a forward (though mis-gouerned) zeale ; Charity binds us to think the best of those that have done it: that is, that they did it out of a forward (though misgoverned) zeal; n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f d cst vhb vdn pn31: cst vbz, cst pns32 vdd pn31 av pp-f dt j (cs j) n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 81
960 intending therein Gods glory in the farther suppression of Idolatry, by taking away these (as they supposed) likely occasions of it. intending therein God's glory in the farther suppression of Idolatry, by taking away these (as they supposed) likely occasions of it. vvg av npg1 n1 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg av d (c-acp pns32 vvd) j n2 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 81
961 Now in such a case as this, the Question is, whether the intention of such an end, can iustifie such a deed ? And the fact of Phinehes, Numb. 25. (who for a much like end, Now in such a case as this, the Question is, whither the intention of such an end, can justify such a deed? And the fact of Phinehas, Numb. 25. (who for a much like end, av p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, dt vvb vbz, cs dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, vmb vvi d dt n1? cc dt n1 pp-f n2, j. crd (r-crq p-acp dt d j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 81
962 for the staying of the people from Idolatrie, executed vengeance vpon Zimri & Cosbi, being but a priuate man, for the staying of the people from Idolatry, executed vengeance upon Zimri & Cozbi, being but a private man, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, vvn n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, vbg p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 81
963 and no Magistrate;) seemeth to make for it. But my Text ruleth it otherwise. If it be euill; and no Magistrate;) seems to make for it. But my Text Ruleth it otherwise. If it be evil; cc dx n1;) vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. p-acp po11 n1 vvz pn31 av. cs pn31 vbb j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 81
964 it is not to bee done, no not for the preuenting of Idolatry. I passe by some considerations otherwise of good moment; it is not to be done, no not for the preventing of Idolatry. I pass by Some considerations otherwise of good moment; pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vdn, uh-x xx p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1. pns11 vvb p-acp d n2 av pp-f j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 81
965 as namely first, whether Statua's and Pictures may not be permitted in Christian Churches, for the adorning of Gods House, as namely First, whither Statua's and Pictures may not be permitted in Christian Churches, for the adorning of God's House, c-acp av ord, cs npg1 cc n2 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp njp n2, p-acp dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 82
966 and for ciuill and historicall vses, not only lawfully and decently, but euen profitably? I must confesse, I neuer yet heard substantiall reason giuen, why they might not: and for civil and historical uses, not only lawfully and decently, but even profitably? I must confess, I never yet herd substantial reason given, why they might not: cc p-acp j cc j n2, xx av-j av-j cc av-j, cc-acp av-j av-j? pns11 vmb vvi, pns11 av-x av vvd j n1 vvn, c-crq pns32 vmd xx: (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 82
967 at the least, so long as there is no apparant danger of superstition. At the least, so long as there is no apparent danger of Superstition. p-acp dt ds, av av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz dx j n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 82
968 And secondly, whether things either in their first erection, or by succeeding abuse superstitious, may not bee profitably continued, And secondly, whither things either in their First erection, or by succeeding abuse superstitious, may not be profitably continued, cc ord, cs n2 av-d p-acp po32 ord n1, cc p-acp j-vvg vvb j, vmb xx vbi av-j vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 82
969 if the Superstition be abolished? Otherwise, not Pictures only, and Crosses, and Images; but most of our Hospitals, and Schooles, and Colledges, and Churches too must downe: if the Superstition be abolished? Otherwise, not Pictures only, and Crosses, and Images; but most of our Hospitals, and Schools, and Colleges, and Churches too must down: cs dt n1 vbb vvn? av, xx n2 av-j, cc n2, cc n2; cc-acp ds pp-f po12 n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2 av vmb a-acp: (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 82
970 and so the hatred of Idolatrie should but Vsher in licentious Sacriledge, contrary to that passage of our Apostle in the next Chapter before this, Thou that abhorrest Idols, committest thou Sacriledge ? And thirdly, whether these forward ones haue not bewrayed somewhat their owne selfe-guiltinesse in this Act, at least for the manner of it, in doing it secretly, and so the hatred of Idolatry should but Usher in licentious Sacrilege, contrary to that passage of our Apostle in the next Chapter before this, Thou that Abhorrest Idols, Committest thou Sacrilege? And Thirdly, whither these forward ones have not bewrayed somewhat their own self-guiltiness in this Act, At least for the manner of it, in doing it secretly, cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd p-acp n1 p-acp j n1, j-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp d, pns21 d n1 n2, vv2 pns21 n1? cc ord, cs d j pi2 vhi xx vvn av po32 d n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp vdg pn31 av-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 82
971 and in the dark? A man should not dare to do that, which he would not willingly either bee seene when it is a doing, or owne, being done. To passe by these; and in the dark? A man should not Dare to do that, which he would not willingly either be seen when it is a doing, or own, being done. To pass by these; cc p-acp dt j? dt n1 vmd xx vvb pc-acp vdi d, r-crq pns31 vmd xx av-j d vbi vvn c-crq pn31 vbz dt vdg, cc d, vbg vdn. pc-acp vvi p-acp d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 82
972 consider no more but this one thing onely, into what dangerous and vnsufferable absurdities a man might run, Consider no more but this one thing only, into what dangerous and unsufferable absurdities a man might run, vvb av-dx dc p-acp d crd n1 av-j, p-acp r-crq j cc j-u n2 dt n1 vmd vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 82
973 if hee should but follow these mens grounds. Erranti nullus terminus : if he should but follow these men's grounds. Erranti nullus terminus: cs pns31 vmd cc-acp vvi d ng2 n2. fw-la fw-la fw-la: (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 82
974 Errour knoweth no stay, and a false Principle once receiued, multiplieth into a thousand absurd conclusions. It is good for men to goe vpon sure grounds, else they may runne and wander in infinitum. A little errour at the first, Error Knoweth no stay, and a false Principle once received, multiplieth into a thousand absurd conclusions. It is good for men to go upon sure grounds, Else they may run and wander in infinitum. A little error At the First, n1 vvz dx n1, cc dt j n1 a-acp vvn, vvz p-acp dt crd j n2. pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 p-acp vvb p-acp j n2, av pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp fw-la. dt j n1 p-acp dt ord, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
975 if there bee way giuen to it, will increase beyond beliefe; if there be Way given to it, will increase beyond belief; cs pc-acp vbi n1 vvn p-acp pn31, vmb vvi p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
976 as a small sparke may fire a large City, and a cloud no bigger than a mans hand, in short space ouerspread the face of the whole Heauens. as a small spark may fire a large city, and a cloud no bigger than a men hand, in short Molle overspread the face of the Whole Heavens. c-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi dt j n1, cc dt n1 dx jc cs dt ng1 n1, p-acp j n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
977 For grant, for the suppression of Idolatrie, in case the Magistrate will not doe his office, that it is lawfull for a priuate man to take vpon him to reforme what he thinketh amisse, For grant, for the suppression of Idolatry, in case the Magistrate will not do his office, that it is lawful for a private man to take upon him to reform what he Thinketh amiss, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 dt n1 vmb xx vdi po31 n1, cst pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
978 and to doe the part and Office of a Magistrate (which must needs haue been their ground, and to do the part and Office of a Magistrate (which must needs have been their ground, cc pc-acp vdi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 (r-crq vmb av vhi vbn po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
979 if they had any, for this action:) there can be no sufficient cause giuen, if they had any, for this actium:) there can be no sufficient cause given, cs pns32 vhd d, c-acp d n1:) pc-acp vmb vbi dx j n1 vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
980 why by the same reason, and vpon the same grounds, a priuate man may not take vpon him to establish Lawes, raise Powers, administer Iustice, execute Malefactors, or doe any other thing the Magistrate should doe; why by the same reason, and upon the same grounds, a private man may not take upon him to establish Laws, raise Powers, administer justice, execute Malefactors, or do any other thing the Magistrate should do; c-crq p-acp dt d n1, cc p-acp dt d n2, dt j n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi n2, vvb n2, vvb n1, vvb n2, cc vdb d j-jn n1 dt n1 vmd vdi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
981 in case the Magistrate slacke to do his duty in any of the premises. in case the Magistrate slack to do his duty in any of the premises. p-acp n1 dt n1 j pc-acp vdi po31 n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
982 Which if it were once granted (as granted it must bee, if these mens fact bee iustifiable;) euery wise man seeth, the end could bee no other but vast Anarchie and confusion both in Church and Commonweale: whereupon must vnauoidably follow the speedy subuersion both of Religion and State. If things be amisse, Which if it were once granted (as granted it must be, if these men's fact be justifiable;) every wise man sees, the end could be no other but vast Anarchy and confusion both in Church and Commonweal: whereupon must avoidable follow the speedy subversion both of Religion and State. If things be amiss, r-crq cs pn31 vbdr a-acp vvn (c-acp vvn pn31 vmb vbi, cs d ng2 n1 vbb j;) d j n1 vvz, dt n1 vmd vbi dx n-jn cc-acp j n1 cc n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1: c-crq vmb av-j vvi dt j n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1. cs n2 vbb av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
983 and the Magistrate helpe it not; and the Magistrate help it not; cc dt n1 vvb pn31 xx; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
984 priuate men may lament it, and as occasion serueth, and their condition and calling permitteth, soberly and discreetly put the Magistrate in minde of it: But they may not make themselues Magistrates, to reforme it. private men may lament it, and as occasion serveth, and their condition and calling permitteth, soberly and discreetly put the Magistrate in mind of it: But they may not make themselves Magistrates, to reform it. j n2 vmb vvi pn31, cc p-acp n1 vvz, cc po32 n1 cc n-vvg vvz, av-j cc av-j vvn dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31: cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi px32 n2, p-acp vvi pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
985 And as to the act of Phinehes: though I rather thinke he did; And as to the act of Phinehas: though I rather think he did; cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: c-acp pns11 av-c vvb pns31 vdd; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
986 yet what if he did not well in so doing? It is a thing we are not certaine of: yet what if he did not well in so doing? It is a thing we Are not certain of: av q-crq cs pns31 vdd xx av p-acp av vdg? pn31 vbz dt n1 pns12 vbr xx j pp-f: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
987 and wee must haue certainer grounds for what we do, than vncertaine examples. and we must have certainer grounds for what we do, than uncertain Examples. cc pns12 vmb vhi jc n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vdb, cs j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
988 Secondly, what if Phinehes had the Magistrates authoritie to enable him to that attempt? It is not altogether improbable (to my apprehension) from the fifth verse of the chapter, where the Story is laid downe, Numb. 25.5. especially paralleld with another Story of much like circumstances, Exod. 32.27. that as there the Leuites, so here Phinehes drew the sword in execution of the expresse command of Moses the supreme Magistrate. If neither thus, nor so: Secondly, what if Phinehas had the Magistrates Authority to enable him to that attempt? It is not altogether improbable (to my apprehension) from the fifth verse of the chapter, where the Story is laid down, Numb. 25.5. especially paralleled with Another Story of much like Circumstances, Exod 32.27. that as there the Levites, so Here Phinehas drew the sword in execution of the express command of Moses the supreme Magistrate. If neither thus, nor so: ord, r-crq cs n2 vhd dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n1? pn31 vbz xx av j (p-acp po11 n1) p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp, j. crd. av-j vvn p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f d j n2, np1 crd. cst p-acp a-acp dt np2, av av n2 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1. cs d av, ccx av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
989 yet thirdly, (which cutteth off all plea, and is the most common answere ordinarily giuen by Diuines to this and the like instances drawne from some singular actions of Gods Worthies;) Men of Heroicall spirits and gifts, such as were Dauid, Samson, Ehud, Moses Elias, and some others, especially at such times as they were employed in some speciall seruice for the good of Gods Church, were exempt from the common rules of life: yet Thirdly, (which cutteth off all plea, and is the most Common answer ordinarily given by Divines to this and the like instances drawn from Some singular actions of God's Worthies;) Men of Heroical spirits and Gifts, such as were David, samson, Ehud, Moses Elias, and Some Others, especially At such times as they were employed in Some special service for the good of God's Church, were exempt from the Common rules of life: av ord, (r-crq vvz a-acp d n1, cc vbz dt av-ds j n1 av-jn vvn p-acp n2-jn p-acp d cc dt j n2 vvn p-acp d j n2 pp-f npg1 n2-jn;) n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2, d c-acp vbdr np1, np1, np1, np1 np1, cc d n2-jn, av-j p-acp d n2 c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt j pp-f npg1 n1, vbdr j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
990 and did many things, (as we are to presume) not without the secret motion and direction of Gods holy and powerful Spirit, which were therefore good in them (that secret direction being to them loco specialis mandati, like that to Abraham for sacrificing his sonne) but not safe, and did many things, (as we Are to presume) not without the secret motion and direction of God's holy and powerful Spirit, which were Therefore good in them (that secret direction being to them loco Specialis Mandati, like that to Abraham for sacrificing his son) but not safe, cc vdd d n2, (c-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi) xx p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 j cc j n1, r-crq vbdr av j p-acp pno32 (cst j-jn n1 vbg p-acp pno32 fw-it fw-la fw-la, av-j cst p-acp np1 p-acp vvg po31 n1) cc-acp xx j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
991 or lawfull for vs to imitate. or lawful for us to imitate. cc j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
992 Opera liberi spiritus, say Diuines, non sunt exigenda ad regulas communes, nec trahenda in exemplum vitae. Opera Liberi spiritus, say Divines, non sunt exigenda ad regulas communes, nec trahenda in exemplum vitae. fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvb n2-jn, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n2, fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 fw-la. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
993 The extraordinary Heroicall Acts of Gods Worthies are not to be measured by the common rules of life, The extraordinary Heroical Acts of God's Worthies Are not to be measured by the Common rules of life, dt j j n2 pp-f npg1 n2-j vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
994 nor to become exemplary vnto others. Of which nature was Davids single combate with Goliah ; and Samsons pulling downe the house vpon himselfe and the Philistines; and Moses slaying the Egyptian; nor to become exemplary unto Others. Of which nature was Davids single combat with Goliath; and Samsons pulling down the house upon himself and the philistines; and Moses slaying the Egyptian; ccx pc-acp vvi j p-acp n2-jn. pp-f r-crq n1 vbds npg1 j n1 p-acp np1; cc np2 vvg a-acp dt n1 p-acp px31 cc dt njp2; cc np1 vvg dt jp; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
995 and Ehuds stabbing of King Eglon ; and Ehuds stabbing of King Eglon; cc np1 vvg pp-f n1 np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
996 and Eliahs calling downe for fire from Heauen vpon the Captaines and their fifties, and diuers others recorded in Scripture. and Elijah's calling down for fire from Heaven upon the Captains and their fifties, and diverse Others recorded in Scripture. cc njp2 vvg a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 cc po32 n2, cc j n2-jn vvn p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
997 Of which last fact we haue our blessed Sauiours iudgement, in Luk. 9. that it was done by the extraordinary and peculiar instinct of Gods Spirit, Of which last fact we have our blessed Saviour's judgement, in Luk. 9. that it was done by the extraordinary and peculiar instinct of God's Spirit, pp-f r-crq n1 n1 pns12 vhb po12 j-vvn ng1 n1, p-acp np1 crd d pn31 vbds vdn p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
998 but is not to be imitated by others, without particular certaine assurance of the like instinct. but is not to be imitated by Others, without particular certain assurance of the like instinct. cc-acp vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn, p-acp j j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
999 Where when the Disciples would haue called downe for fire from Heauen vpon the Samaritanes, and alleaged Elias for their precedent; Where when the Disciples would have called down for fire from Heaven upon the Samaritans, and alleged Elias for their precedent; c-crq c-crq dt n2 vmd vhi vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt np2, cc vvd np1 p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
1000 Lord, wilt thou that we command fire to come downe from Heauen and consume them, Lord, wilt thou that we command fire to come down from Heaven and consume them, n1, vm2 pns21 cst pns12 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 cc vvi pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
1001 as Elias did ? His answer was with a kinde of indignation (as both his gesture and speeches shew) Nescitis cuius spiritus estis; You know not what manner of spirit you are of. as Elias did? His answer was with a kind of Indignation (as both his gesture and Speeches show) Nescitis cuius spiritus Ye are; You know not what manner of Spirit you Are of. c-acp np1 vdd? po31 n1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp d po31 n1 cc n2 vvb) np1 crd fw-la fw-la; pn22 vvb xx r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vbr a-acp. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
1002 Elias was indued with an extraordinary spirit, in the freedome whereof he did what hee then did: Elias was endued with an extraordinary Spirit, in the freedom whereof he did what he then did: np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vdd r-crq pns31 av vdd: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
1003 but it is not for you or others to propose his example, vnlesse you can demonstrate his Spirit. And if Phinehes Act also was (as most thinke it was) such as these: but it is not for you or Others to propose his Exampl, unless you can demonstrate his Spirit. And if Phinehas Act also was (as most think it was) such as these: cc-acp pn31 vbz xx p-acp pn22 cc ng2-jn p-acp vvb po31 n1, cs pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1. cc cs n2 n1 av vbds (c-acp ds vvb pn31 vbds) d p-acp d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
1004 it can no more iustifie the vsurpation of Magistracie; it can no more justify the usurpation of Magistracy; pn31 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
1005 than Dauids act can bloody Duels, or Samsons selfe-murther, or Moses's secret slaughter, or Ehuds King-killing, or Eliahs priuate reuenge. than David act can bloody Duels, or Samsons self-murder, or Moses's secret slaughter, or Ehuds King-killing, or Elijah's private revenge. cs npg1 n1 vmb j n2, cc np2 n1, cc npg1 j-jn n1, cc np1 j, cc njp2 j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 85
1006 I haue stood the longer vpon the discouerie of this sinne, that men might take right iudgement of it; I have stood the longer upon the discovery of this sin, that men might take right judgement of it; pns11 vhb vvn dt jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst n2 vmd vvi j-jn n1 pp-f pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 86
1007 and not thinke it either warrantable, or excusable by any pretension of zeale, or of whatsoeuer other good: and not think it either warrantable, or excusable by any pretension of zeal, or of whatsoever other good: cc xx vvi pn31 d j, cc j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f r-crq j-jn j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 86
1008 and that both such as haue gone too farre this way in their practice already, for the time past, may acknowledge their own ouersight, and be sorry for it; and that both such as have gone too Far this Way in their practice already, for the time past, may acknowledge their own oversight, and be sorry for it; cc cst d d c-acp vhb vvn av av-j d n1 p-acp po32 n1 av, p-acp dt n1 j, vmb vvi po32 d n1, cc vbi j p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 86
1009 and others seeing their errour, may for the time to come forbeare such outrages; and Others seeing their error, may for the time to come forbear such outrages; cc n2-jn vvg po32 n1, vmb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi vvi d n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 86
1010 and keepe themselues within the due bounds of Christian sobrietie, and their particular Callings. And thus much of the former instance, in a matter of Commission. I am to giue you another, in a matter of Omission. and keep themselves within the due bounds of Christian sobriety, and their particular Callings. And thus much of the former instance, in a matter of Commission. I am to give you Another, in a matter of Omission. cc vvi px32 p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f njp n1, cc po32 j n2. cc av d pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi pn22 j-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 86
1011 Euery omission of a necessary duty is simply euill, as a sinne. But affirmatiue duties, are but sometimes necessarie; Every omission of a necessary duty is simply evil, as a sin. But affirmative duties, Are but sometime necessary; d n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz av-j j-jn, p-acp dt n1. p-acp j n2, vbr p-acp av j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 86
1012 because they doe not obligare ad semper: as, being many, it is impossible they should. And many times duties otherwise necessarie; Because they do not obligare ad semper: as, being many, it is impossible they should. And many times duties otherwise necessary; c-acp pns32 vdb xx fw-la fw-la fw-la: a-acp, vbg d, pn31 vbz j pns32 vmd. cc d n2 n2 av j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 86
1013 in case of Superiour reason and duties, cease to bee necessarie pro hîc & nunc: and then to omit them, is not to doe euill. in case of Superior reason and duties, cease to be necessary Pro hîc & nunc: and then to omit them, is not to do evil. p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n2, vvb pc-acp vbi j fw-la fw-la cc fw-la: cc av pc-acp vvi pno32, vbz xx pc-acp vdi j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 86
1014 Among other necessary duties this is one, for a Minister furnished with gifts and abilities for it; Among other necessary duties this is one, for a Minister furnished with Gifts and abilities for it; p-acp j-jn j n2 d vbz pi, p-acp dt vvb vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 86
1015 to acquaint Gods people with all materiall needfull truths, as hee can haue conuenient occasion thereunto. to acquaint God's people with all material needful truths, as he can have convenient occasion thereunto. pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp d j-jn j n2, c-acp pns31 vmb vhi j n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 86
1016 And (such conueniency supposed) not to doe this, is simply euill. Now then, to make the Case and the Question. The Case thus: And (such conveniency supposed) not to do this, is simply evil. Now then, to make the Case and the Question. The Case thus: cc (d n1 vvn) xx pc-acp vdi d, vbz av-j j-jn. av av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt vvb. dt n1 av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 86
1017 A Minister hath iust opportunity to preach in a Congregation, not his owne: A Minister hath just opportunity to preach in a Congregation, not his own: dt n1 vhz j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, xx po31 d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 86
1018 where he seeth or generally heareth some errour in iudgement, or outragious sinne in practice to bee continued in with too publique allowance: where he sees or generally hears Some error in judgement, or outrageous sin in practice to be continued in with too public allowance: c-crq pns31 vvz cc av-j vvz d n1 p-acp n1, cc j vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp av j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 87
1019 Hee hath libertie to make choyce of his Text and theame, and leisure to prouide in some measure for it; He hath liberty to make choice of his Text and theme, and leisure to provide in Some measure for it; pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 c-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 87
1020 and his conscience telleth him, hee cannot pro hîc & nunc direct his speech with greater seruice to Gods Church, and his conscience Telleth him, he cannot Pro hîc & nunc Direct his speech with greater service to God's Church, cc po31 n1 vvz pno31, pns31 vmbx fw-la fw-la cc fw-la vvi po31 n1 p-acp jc n1 p-acp ng1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 87
1021 than against those errours or sinnes. Hee seeth on the other side some withdrawments: his discretion may perhaps bee called in question, for meddling where he needed not; than against those errors or Sins. He sees on the other side Some withdrawments: his discretion may perhaps be called in question, for meddling where he needed not; cs p-acp d n2 cc n2. pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 d n2: po31 n1 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp vvg c-crq pns31 vvd xx; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 87
1022 hee shall possibly lose the good opinion of some, with whom he hath held faire correspondence hitherto; he shall possibly loose the good opinion of Some, with whom he hath held fair correspondence hitherto; pns31 vmb av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f d, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn j n1 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 87
1023 he shall preserue his own peace the better, if he turne his speech another way. he shall preserve his own peace the better, if he turn his speech Another Way. pns31 vmb vvi po31 d n1 dt jc, cs pns31 vvb po31 n1 j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 87
1024 This is the Case. The Question is, Whether these later considerations, and the good that may come thereby, bee sufficient to warrant vnto him the omission of that necessary duty? This is the Case. The Question is, Whither these later considerations, and the good that may come thereby, be sufficient to warrant unto him the omission of that necessary duty? d vbz dt n1. dt vvb vbz, cs d jc n2, cc dt j cst vmb vvi av, vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f cst j n1? (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 87
1025 The rule of my Text resolueth it negatiuely: they are not sufficient. The Duty being necessarie, pro hic & nunc, it is simply euill to omit it; The Rule of my Text resolveth it negatively: they Are not sufficient. The Duty being necessary, Pro hic & nunc, it is simply evil to omit it; dt vvb pp-f po11 n1 vvz pn31 av-j: pns32 vbr xx j. dt n1 vbg j, fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, pn31 vbz av-j j-jn pc-acp vvi pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 87
1026 and therefore it may not be omitted for any other good. and Therefore it may not be omitted for any other good. cc av pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 87
1027 I deny not, but a Minister may with good discretion conceale many truths from his flocke; I deny not, but a Minister may with good discretion conceal many truths from his flock; pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp dt n1 vmb p-acp j n1 vvi d n2 p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 87
1028 at least the opening and amplifying of them: At least the opening and amplifying of them: p-acp ds dt n-vvg cc j-vvg pp-f pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 87
1029 if they bee not such, as are needfull for them to know, either for the stablishment of Faith, or practice of Life ; if they be not such, as Are needful for them to know, either for the establishment of Faith, or practice of Life; cs pns32 vbb xx d, c-acp vbr j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 87
1030 as not onely many nice Schoole-points and Conclusions are, but also many Genealogies, and Leuiticall rites, and other things euen in the Scriptures themselues. as not only many Nicaenae School points and Conclusions Are, but also many Genealogies, and Levitical Rites, and other things even in the Scriptures themselves. c-acp xx av-j d j n2 cc n2 vbr, cc-acp av d n2, cc j n2, cc j-jn n2 av p-acp dt n2 px32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 87
1031 Nay more, a Minister not onely in discretion may, but is euen in Conscience bound, at least in the publike exercise of his Ministery, to conceale some particular truths from his Auditorie; Nay more, a Minister not only in discretion may, but is even in Conscience bound, At lest in the public exercise of his Ministry, to conceal Some particular truths from his Auditory; uh-x av-dc, dt n1 xx av-j p-acp n1 vmb, cc-acp vbz av-j p-acp n1 vvn, p-acp cs p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi d j n2 p-acp po31 j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 88
1032 yea though they be such as are needful for the practice of life, and for the settling of mens consciences: yea though they be such as Are needful for the practice of life, and for the settling of men's Consciences: uh cs pns32 vbb d c-acp vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f ng2 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 88
1033 if they be such withall, as are not fit to bee publikely spoken of; if they be such withal, as Are not fit to be publicly spoken of; cs pns32 vbb d av, c-acp vbr xx j pc-acp vbi av-j vvn pp-f; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 88
1034 as are many Resolutions of Cases appertaining to the seuenth Commandement ( Thou shalt not commit adultery;) and some also appertaining to the eighth (Thou shalt not steale.) Our men iustly condemne the Popish Casuists, for their too much liberty in this kind in their Writings: as Are many Resolutions of Cases appertaining to the Seventh Commandment (Thou shalt not commit adultery;) and Some also appertaining to the eighth (Thou shalt not steal.) Our men justly condemn the Popish Casuists, for their too much liberty in this kind in their Writings: a-acp vbr d n2 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp dt ord n1 (pns21 vm2 xx vvi n1;) cc d av vvg p-acp dt ord (pns21 vm2 xx vvi.) po12 n2 av-j vvi dt j n2, p-acp po32 av d n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n2-vvg: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 88
1035 Whereby they reduce vices into an Art, vnder colour of reprouing them; Whereby they reduce vices into an Art, under colour of reproving them; c-crq pns32 vvb n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 88
1036 and conuey into the mindes of corrupt men, Notions of such prodigious filthinesse, and artificial Leger-du-maine, as perhaps otherwise they would neuer haue dreamed on, or thirsted after. and convey into the minds of corrupt men, Notions of such prodigious filthiness, and artificial Leger-du-maine, as perhaps otherwise they would never have dreamed on, or thirsted After. cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, n2 pp-f d j n1, cc j j, c-acp av av pns32 vmd av-x vhi vvn a-acp, cc vvd a-acp. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 88
1037 The loose writings of the vnchaste Poets are but dull tutors of Lust, compared with the authorized Tomes of our seuere Romish Votaries. The lose writings of the unchaste Poets Are but dull tutors of Lust, compared with the authorized Tomes of our severe Romish Votaries. dt j n2-vvg pp-f dt j n2 vbr p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt vvn n2 pp-f po12 j np1 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 88
1038 There be enourmous sinnes of this ranke, which a modest man would be ashamed so much as to name, especially in publike. There be enourmous Sins of this rank, which a modest man would be ashamed so much as to name, especially in public. pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq dt j n1 vmd vbi j av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi, av-j p-acp j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 88
1039 Now of these, only the generalities would be touched in the publike ; the specialties not vnfolded, but in the priuate exercise of our Ministery: Now of these, only the Generalities would be touched in the public; the specialties not unfolded, but in the private exercise of our Ministry: av pp-f d, av-j dt n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j; dt n2 xx vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 88
1040 nor yet that promiscuously to euery one, that should out of curiositie desire satisfaction in them; nor yet that promiscuously to every one, that should out of curiosity desire satisfaction in them; ccx av cst av-j p-acp d crd, cst vmd av pp-f n1 vvb n1 p-acp pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 88
1041 but onely to such men, (and that but onely so farre,) as they may concerne in point of conscience, and of practice. but only to such men, (and that but only so Far,) as they may concern in point of conscience, and of practice. cc-acp av-j p-acp d n2, (cc cst p-acp av-j av av-j,) c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 89
1042 Besides these, there are other Cases many, in which it may be more conuenient to conceale, than to teach some diuine truths at some times, and in some places. Beside these, there Are other Cases many, in which it may be more convenient to conceal, than to teach Some divine truths At Some times, and in Some places. p-acp d, pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 d, p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp vvi, cs p-acp vvb d j-jn n2 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 89
1043 But yet as the Case is here proposed, if it bee a truth questioned ; about which Gods people are much distracted in their opinions; But yet as the Case is Here proposed, if it be a truth questioned; about which God's people Are much distracted in their opinions; p-acp av c-acp dt n1 vbz av vvn, cs pn31 vbb dt n1 vvn; p-acp r-crq ng1 n1 vbr d vvn p-acp po32 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1044 much mistaken by some through error in iudgement; much abused by sinfull, especially publike practice; occasioning Scandals and offences among brethren; much mistaken by Some through error in judgement; much abused by sinful, especially public practice; occasioning Scandals and offences among brothers; d vvn p-acp d p-acp n1 p-acp n1; d vvn p-acp j, av-j j n1; vvg n2 cc n2 p-acp n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1045 likely to be ouerwhelmed with custome, or multitude of those that thinke or doe against it; likely to be overwhelmed with custom, or multitude of those that think or do against it; j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f d cst vvb cc vdb p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1046 and bee otherwise of materiall importance: and be otherwise of material importance: cc vbb av pp-f j-jn n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1047 I take it, the Omission of it vpon seasonable opportunitie, is a grieuous sinne, and not colourable by any pretence. I take it, the Omission of it upon seasonable opportunity, is a grievous sin, and not colourable by any pretence. pns11 vvb pn31, dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp j n1, vbz dt j n1, cc xx j p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1048 Beloued, the Minister is not to come into the Pulpit, as a Fencer vpon the stage, to play his prize, beloved, the Minister is not to come into the Pulpit, as a Fencer upon the stage, to play his prize, j-vvn, dt n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1049 and to make a faire flourish against sinne, (Here he could haue it, and there hee could haue it, and to make a fair flourish against sin, (Here he could have it, and there he could have it, cc pc-acp vvi dt j vvb p-acp n1, (av pns31 vmd vhi pn31, cc a-acp pns31 vmd vhi pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1050 but hath it no where:) but rather as a Captaine into the Field, to bend his forces especially against the strongest troupes of the enemy; but hath it not where:) but rather as a Captain into the Field, to bend his forces especially against the Strongest troops of the enemy; cc-acp vhz pn31 xx c-crq:) p-acp av-c p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 av-j p-acp dt js n2 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1051 and to squander, and breake thorow the thickest rankes; and to squander, and break thorough the thickest ranks; cc pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt js n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1052 and to driue at the fairest. It is not enough for a Prophet to cry aloud, and to lift vp his voyce like a trumpet, and to driven At the Fairest. It is not enough for a Prophet to cry aloud, and to lift up his voice like a trumpet, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js. pn31 vbz xx av-d p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb av, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 av-j dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1053 and to tell Iudah and Israel of sinnes, and of transgressions at large: and to tell Iudah and Israel of Sins, and of transgressions At large: cc pc-acp vvi np1 cc np1 pp-f n2, cc pp-f n2 p-acp j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1054 but if he would whet them vp to the battell, he must giue a more certaine sound ; but if he would whet them up to the battle, he must give a more certain found; cc-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt av-dc j j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1055 he must tell Iudah of her sins, and Israel of her transgressions. If there be in Damascus, or Moab, or Ammon, or Tyrus, or Iudah, or Israel ; he must tell Iudah of her Sins, and Israel of her transgressions. If there be in Damascus, or Moab, or Ammon, or Tyre, or Iudah, or Israel; pns31 vmb vvi np1 pp-f po31 n2, cc np1 pp-f po31 n2. cs pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 89
1056 three transgressions, or foure, more eminent than the rest: three transgressions, or foure, more eminent than the rest: crd n2, cc crd, av-dc j cs dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 90
1057 it is fit, they that are sent to Damascus, and Moab, and Ammon, and Tyrus, and Iudah, and Israel, should make them heare of those three or foure, more than all the rest. it is fit, they that Are sent to Damascus, and Moab, and Ammon, and Tyre, and Iudah, and Israel, should make them hear of those three or foure, more than all the rest. pn31 vbz j, pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc np1, vmd vvi pno32 vvi pp-f d crd cc crd, av-dc cs d dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 90
1058 Sinnes and Errors, when they begin to get head and heart, must be handled roughly. Sinnes and Errors, when they begin to get head and heart, must be handled roughly. zz cc n2, c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, vmb vbi vvn av-j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 90
1059 Silence in such a case is a kinde of flattery: and it is almost all one, when sinnes grow outragious; Silence in such a case is a kind of flattery: and it is almost all one, when Sins grow outrageous; n1 p-acp d dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: cc pn31 vbz av d pi, c-crq n2 vvb j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 90
1060 to hold our peace at them; and to cry Peace, Peace vnto them. to hold our peace At them; and to cry Peace, Peace unto them. pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno32; cc pc-acp vvi n1, uh-n p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 90
1061 Our Apostle in Act. 20. would not haue held himselfe sufficiently discharged from the guilt of other mens blood ; Our Apostle in Act. 20. would not have held himself sufficiently discharged from the guilt of other men's blood; po12 n1 p-acp n1 crd vmd xx vhi vvn px31 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 90
1062 if he had shunned (as occasion was offered) to haue declared vnto them NONLATINALPHABET, euen the whole counsell of God. if he had shunned (as occasion was offered) to have declared unto them, even the Whole counsel of God. cs pns31 vhd vvn (c-acp n1 vbds vvn) pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp pno32, av-j dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 90
1063 In my Application of this Instance and Case, blame me not, if I do it with some reference to my selfe. In my Application of this Instance and Case, blame me not, if I do it with Some Referente to my self. p-acp po11 n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, vvb pno11 xx, cs pns11 vdb pn31 p-acp d n1 p-acp po11 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 90
1064 Being heretofore by appointment, as now againe I was, to prouide my selfe for this place against such a meeting as this is; Being heretofore by appointment, as now again I was, to provide my self for this place against such a meeting as this is; vbg av p-acp n1, c-acp av av pns11 vbds, pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 90
1065 as in my conscience I then thought it needfull for me, I deliuered my minde, (and I dare say, the Truth too, as in my conscience I then Thought it needful for me, I Delivered my mind, (and I Dare say, the Truth too, c-acp p-acp po11 n1 pns11 av vvd pn31 j p-acp pno11, pns11 vvd po11 n1, (cc pns11 vvb vvi, dt n1 av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 90
1066 for substance) something freely, touching the Ceremonies and Constitutions of our Church. for substance) something freely, touching the Ceremonies and Constitutions of our Church. p-acp n1) pi av-j, vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 90
1067 And I haue now also with like freedome, shewed the vnlawfulnesse of the late disorderly attempts in this towne; And I have now also with like freedom, showed the unlawfulness of the late disorderly attempts in this town; cc pns11 vhb av av p-acp j n1, vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j j n2 p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 90
1068 and that from the ground of my present Text. I was then blamed for that; and that from the ground of my present Text. I was then blamed for that; cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 j np1 pns11 vbds av vvn p-acp d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 90
1069 I thinke vniustly; (for I do not yet see what I should retract of that I then deliuered:) and it is not vnlikely, I shall be blamed againe for this, vnlesse I preuent it. I think unjustly; (for I do not yet see what I should retract of that I then Delivered:) and it is not unlikely, I shall be blamed again for this, unless I prevent it. pns11 vvb av-j; (c-acp pns11 vdb xx av vvi r-crq pns11 vmd vvi pp-f cst pns11 av vvn:) cc pn31 vbz xx j, pns11 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp d, cs pns11 vvb pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 90
1070 You haue heard now already, both heretofore, that to iudge any mans heart; You have herd now already, both heretofore, that to judge any men heart; pn22 vhb vvn av av, av-d av, cst p-acp vvb d ng1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 91
1071 and at this time, that to slander any truth, are (without repentance) sinnes iustly damnable: and At this time, that to slander any truth, Are (without Repentance) Sins justly damnable: cc p-acp d n1, cst p-acp vvb d n1, vbr (p-acp n1) n2 av-j j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 91
1072 NONLATINALPHABET, they that offend either in the one, or the other, their damnation is iust. To preserue therefore both you from the Sinne, and my selfe from the Blame ; , they that offend either in the one, or the other, their damnation is just. To preserve Therefore both you from the Sin, and my self from the Blame; , pns32 cst vvb d p-acp dt pi, cc dt n-jn, po32 n1 vbz j. pc-acp vvi av av-d pn22 p-acp dt n1, cc po11 n1 p-acp dt vvb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 91
1073 consider, I pray you, with Reason and Charity, what I shall say. You that are our hearers, know not with what hearts we speake vnto you: Consider, I pray you, with Reason and Charity, what I shall say. You that Are our hearers, know not with what hearts we speak unto you: vvb, pns11 vvb pn22, p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi. pn22 cst vbr po12 n2, vvb xx p-acp r-crq n2 pns12 vvb p-acp pn22: (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 91
1074 that is onely knowne to our owne hearts; and to God, who is greater than our hearts, and knoweth all things. that is only known to our own hearts; and to God, who is greater than our hearts, and Knoweth all things. d vbz av-j vvn p-acp po12 d n2; cc p-acp np1, r-crq vbz jc cs po12 n2, cc vvz d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 91
1075 That which you are to looke at, and to regard, is, with what truth we speake vnto you. That which you Are to look At, and to regard, is, with what truth we speak unto you. cst r-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi, vbz, p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vvb p-acp pn22. (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 91
1076 So long as what wee preach is true, and agreeable to Gods Word, and right reason : So long as what we preach is true, and agreeable to God's Word, and right reason: av av-j c-acp r-crq pns12 vvb vbz j, cc j p-acp ng1 n1, cc j-jn n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 91
1077 you are not, vpon I know not what light surmizes or suspicions, to iudge with what spirits, you Are not, upon I know not what Light Surmises or suspicions, to judge with what spirits, pn22 vbr xx, p-acp pns11 vvb xx r-crq n1 vvz cc n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 91
1078 or with what dispositions of heart wee preach. Whether we preach Christ of enuie, and strife, or of good will ; whether sincerely, or of contention ; or with what dispositions of heart we preach. Whither we preach christ of envy, and strife, or of good will; whither sincerely, or of contention; cc p-acp r-crq n2 pp-f n1 pns12 vvb. cs pns12 vvb np1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc pp-f j n1; cs av-j, cc pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 91
1079 whether in pretence, or in truth ; it is our owne good, or hurt: we must answer for that; whither in pretence, or in truth; it is our own good, or hurt: we must answer for that; cs p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1; pn31 vbz po12 d j, cc vvn: pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 91
1080 and at our perill be it, if we doe not looke to that. and At our peril be it, if we do not look to that. cc p-acp po12 n1 vbi pn31, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 91
1081 But what is that to you? Notwithstanding euery way, so long as it is Christ, and his truth which are preached, it is your part therein to reioyce. If an Angel from heauen should preach any vntruth vnto you, NONLATINALPHABET, Let him bee accursed : But what is that to you? Notwithstanding every Way, so long as it is christ, and his truth which Are preached, it is your part therein to rejoice. If an Angel from heaven should preach any untruth unto you,, Let him be accursed: p-acp r-crq vbz d p-acp pn22? a-acp d n1, av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz np1, cc po31 n1 r-crq vbr vvn, pn31 vbz po22 n1 av pc-acp vvi. cs dt n1 p-acp n1 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp pn22,, vvb pno31 vbi j-vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 91
1082 but if the very Diuell of hell should preach the truth, he must be heard, and beleeued, and obeyed. but if the very devil of hell should preach the truth, he must be herd, and believed, and obeyed. cc-acp cs dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi dt n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 91
1083 So long as Scribes and Pharisees hold them to Moses's Text & Doctrine, let them bee as damned Hypocrites, as Scribes and Phrisees can be: So long as Scribes and Pharisees hold them to Moses's Text & Doctrine, let them be as damned Hypocrites, as Scribes and Pharisees can be: av av-j c-acp n2 cc np2 vvb pno32 p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1, vvb pno32 vbi p-acp j-vvn n2, p-acp n2 cc np1 vmb vbi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 92
1084 yet all whatsoeuer they bid you obserue, that you are to obserue & do. Let mee then demand: yet all whatsoever they bid you observe, that you Are to observe & do. Let me then demand: av d r-crq pns32 vvb pn22 vvb, cst pn22 vbr p-acp vvb cc vdb. vvb pno11 av vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 92
1085 Did I euer deliuer any vntruth? It had beene well done then to haue shewne it, that I might haue acknowledged, and retracted it. Did I ever deliver any untruth? It had been well done then to have shown it, that I might have acknowledged, and retracted it. vdd pns11 av vvi d n1? pn31 vhd vbn av vdn av pc-acp vhi vvn pn31, cst pns11 vmd vhi vvn, cc vvn pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 92
1086 Did I speake nothing but the truth? with what conscience then could any that heard me say, Did I speak nothing but the truth? with what conscience then could any that herd me say, vdd pns11 vvi pix cc-acp dt n1? p-acp r-crq n1 av vmd d d vvd pno11 vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 92
1087 as yet I heare some did; as yet I hear Some did; c-acp av pns11 vvb d vdd; (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 92
1088 That I preached factiously, That I came to cast bones among them, That I might haue chosen a fitter Text, That I might haue had as much thankes to haue kept away? For Faction ; I hate it: That I preached factiously, That I Come to cast bones among them, That I might have chosen a fitter Text, That I might have had as much thanks to have kept away? For Faction; I hate it: d pns11 vvd av-j, cst pns11 vvd p-acp vvd n2 p-acp pno32, cst pns11 vmd vhi vvn dt jc n1, cst pns11 vmd vhi vhn p-acp d n2 pc-acp vhi vvn av? p-acp n1; pns11 vvb pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 92
1089 my desire and ayme, next after the good of your soules, was, aboue all, the Peace of the Church, and the Vnity of Brethren. my desire and aim, next After the good of your Souls, was, above all, the Peace of the Church, and the Unity of Brothers. po11 n1 cc vvi, ord p-acp dt j pp-f po22 n2, vbds, p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 92
1090 For casting bones (if that must needs be the phrase) they were cast in these parts long before my comming by that great enemy to peace and vnity, For casting bones (if that must needs be the phrase) they were cast in these parts long before my coming by that great enemy to peace and unity, p-acp vvg n2 (cs d vmb av vbi dt n1) pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp d n2 av-j p-acp po11 n-vvg p-acp d j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 92
1091 and busie sower of discord, the Diuell: and busy sour of discord, the devil: cc j n1 pp-f n1, dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 92
1092 otherwise I should not haue found at my first comming such snarling about them, and such biting and deuouring one another, as I did. otherwise I should not have found At my First coming such snarling about them, and such biting and devouring one Another, as I did. av pns11 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp po11 ord vvg d vvg p-acp pno32, cc d vvg cc vvg pi j-jn, c-acp pns11 vdd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 92
1093 My endeuour was rather to haue gathered vp the bones, and to haue taken away the matter of difference, (I meane, the errour in iudgement about, My endeavour was rather to have gathered up the bones, and to have taken away the matter of difference, (I mean, the error in judgement about, po11 n1 vbds av-c pc-acp vhi vvn a-acp dt n2, cc pc-acp vhi vvn av dt n1 pp-f n1, (pns11 vvb, dt n1 p-acp n1 a-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 92
1094 and inconformity in practice vnto, the lawful Ceremonies of the Church) that so if it had been possible all might haue beene quiet, without despising or iudging one another for these things. For thankes ; and inconformity in practice unto, the lawful Ceremonies of the Church) that so if it had been possible all might have been quiet, without despising or judging one Another for these things. For thanks; cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1) cst av cs pn31 vhd vbn j d vmd vhi vbn j-jn, p-acp vvg cc vvg crd j-jn p-acp d n2. p-acp n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 92
1095 I hold not that worth the answering: alas, it is a poore ayme for Gods Minister, to preach for thankes. I hold not that worth the answering: alas, it is a poor aim for God's Minister, to preach for thanks. pns11 vvb xx d n1 dt vvg: uh, pn31 vbz dt j vvi p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 92
1096 For the choyce of my Text and Argument, both then and now: For the choice of my Text and Argument, both then and now: p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 cc n1, d av cc av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
1097 how is it not vnequall, that men, who plead (so as none more) for liberty and plainnesse in reprouing sinne, should not allow those that come amongst them that liberty and plainenesse against themselues and their owne sinnes? I dare appeale to your selues. how is it not unequal, that men, who plead (so as none more) for liberty and plainness in reproving sin, should not allow those that come among them that liberty and plainness against themselves and their own Sins? I Dare appeal to your selves. c-crq vbz pn31 xx j, cst n2, r-crq vvb (av c-acp pix av-dc) p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg n1, vmd xx vvi d cst vvb p-acp pno32 cst n1 cc n1 p-acp px32 cc po32 d n2? pns11 vvb vvi p-acp po22 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
1098 Haue you neuer been taught, that it is the Ministers dutie, as to oppose against all errours and sinnes in the generall, Have you never been taught, that it is the Ministers duty, as to oppose against all errors and Sins in the general, vhb pn22 av-x vbn vvn, cst pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
1099 so to bend himselfe (as neere as hee can) especially against the apparant errours and sinnes of his present auditorie? And doe you not beleeue it is so? Why then might I not; so to bend himself (as near as he can) especially against the apparent errors and Sins of his present auditory? And do you not believe it is so? Why then might I not; av pc-acp vvi px31 (c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmb) av-j p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 j j? cc vdb pn22 xx vvi pn31 vbz av? uh-crq av vmd pns11 xx; (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
1100 nay, how ought I not, bend my speech, both then against a common errour of sundry in these parts in point of Ceremony ; nay, how ought I not, bend my speech, both then against a Common error of sundry in these parts in point of Ceremony; uh-x, q-crq vmd pns11 xx, vvb po11 n1, d av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
1101 and now against the late petulancy, (or at least ouersight) of some mis-guided ones? The noise of these things abroad; and now against the late petulancy, (or At least oversight) of Some misguided ones? The noise of these things abroad; cc av p-acp dt j n1, (cc p-acp ds n1) pp-f d j pi2? dt n1 pp-f d n2 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
1102 and the scandall taken thereat by such as heare of them; and the scandal taken thereat by such as hear of them; cc dt n1 vvn av p-acp d c-acp vvb pp-f pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
1103 and the ill fruits of them at home in breeding iealousies, and cherishing contentions among neighbours: and the ill fruits of them At home in breeding jealousy's, and cherishing contentions among neighbours: cc dt j-jn n2 pp-f pno32 p-acp n1-an p-acp vvg ng1, cc vvg n2 p-acp n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
1104 cannot but stirre vs vp, if wee be sensible (as euery good member should be) of the damage and losse the Church acquireth by them, to put you in minde and to admonish you (as opportunities inuite vs) both priuately and publiquely. cannot but stir us up, if we be sensible (as every good member should be) of the damage and loss the Church acquireth by them, to put you in mind and to admonish you (as opportunities invite us) both privately and publicly. vmbx cc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp, cs pns12 vbb j (c-acp d j n1 vmd vbi) pp-f dt n1 cc n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vvi pn22 (c-acp n2 vvb pno12) d av-j cc av-j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
1105 Is it not time, trow yee, to thrust in the sickle, when the fields look white vnto the Haruest? Is it not time our Pulpits should a little eccho of these things, Is it not time, trow ye, to thrust in the fickle, when the fields look white unto the Harvest? Is it not time our Pulpits should a little echo of these things, vbz pn31 xx n1, vvb pn22, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n2 vvb j-jn p-acp dt n1? vbz pn31 xx n1 po12 n2 vmd dt j vvi pp-f d n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
1106 when all the Countrie farre and neere ringeth of them? For my owne part; when all the Country Far and near ring of them? For my own part; c-crq d dt n1 av-j cc av-j n1 pp-f pno32? p-acp po11 d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
1107 how euer others censure me, I am sure, my owne heart telleth mee, I could not haue discharged my Conscience; how ever Others censure me, I am sure, my own heart Telleth me, I could not have discharged my Conscience; q-crq av n2-jn vvi pno11, pns11 vbm j, po11 d n1 vvz pno11, pns11 vmd xx vhi vvn po11 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1108 if being called to this place, I should haue balked what either then or now I haue deliuered. if being called to this place, I should have balked what either then or now I have Delivered. cs vbg vvn p-acp d n1, pns11 vmd vhi vvn r-crq d av cc av pns11 vhb vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1109 My conscience prompting mee, all circumstances considered, that these things were pro hîc & nunc necessary to be deliuered, rather than any other: My conscience prompting me, all Circumstances considered, that these things were Pro hîc & nunc necessary to be Delivered, rather than any other: po11 n1 vvg pno11, d n2 vvn, cst d n2 vbdr fw-la fw-la cc fw-la j pc-acp vbi vvn, av-c cs d n-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1110 if for any outward inferiour respect I should haue passed them ouer with silence; if for any outward inferior respect I should have passed them over with silence; cs p-acp d j j-jn vvb pns11 vmd vhi vvn pno32 a-acp p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1111 I thinke I should haue much swarued from the Rule of my Text, and haue done a great euill, that some small good might come of it. I think I should have much swerved from the Rule of my Text, and have done a great evil, that Some small good might come of it. pns11 vvb pns11 vmd vhi av-d vvd p-acp dt vvb pp-f po11 n1, cc vhb vdn dt j j-jn, cst d j j vmd vvi pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1112 But many thousand times better were it for me, that all the world should censure mee for speaking what they thinke I should not; But many thousand times better were it for me, that all the world should censure me for speaking what they think I should not; p-acp d crd n2 j vbdr pn31 p-acp pno11, cst d dt n1 vmd vvi pno11 p-acp vvg r-crq pns32 vvb pns11 vmd xx; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1113 than that my owne heart should condemne mee for not speaking what it telleth me I should. than that my own heart should condemn me for not speaking what it Telleth me I should. cs cst po11 d n1 vmd vvi pno11 c-acp xx vvg r-crq pn31 vvz pno11 pns11 vmd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1114 And thus much of things simply euill. And thus much of things simply evil. cc av d pp-f n2 av-j j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1115 I should proceed to apply this Rule, Wee must not doe euill, that good may come ; I should proceed to apply this Rule, we must not do evil, that good may come; pns11 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d n1, pns12 vmb xx vdi j-jn, cst j vmb vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 94
1116 vnto euils, not simply, but accidentally such: and that both in the general, and also in some few specials of greatest vse; unto evils, not simply, but accidentally such: and that both in the general, and also in Some few specials of greatest use; p-acp n2-jn, xx av-j, cc-acp av-j d: cc cst d p-acp dt n1, cc av p-acp d d n2-j pp-f js n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 94
1117 namely, vnto euils which become such through Conscience, Scandall, or Comparison. In my choyce of the Scripture, I aymed at all this: namely, unto evils which become such through Conscience, Scandal, or Comparison. In my choice of the Scripture, I aimed At all this: av, p-acp n2-jn r-crq vvb d p-acp n1, n1, cc n1. p-acp po11 n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vvn p-acp d d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 94
1118 and had gathered much of my prouision for it. But the Cases being many and weighty; and had gathered much of my provision for it. But the Cases being many and weighty; cc vhd vvn d pp-f po11 n1 p-acp pn31. p-acp dt n2 vbg d cc j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 94
1119 I foresaw I could not goe onward with my first proiect, without much wronging one of both: I foresaw I could not go onward with my First project, without much wronging one of both: pns11 vvd pns11 vmd xx vvi av p-acp po11 ord n1, p-acp d vvg pi pp-f d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 94
1120 either the things themselues, if I should contract my speech to the scantling of time; or you, if I should lengthen it to the weight of the matter. either the things themselves, if I should contract my speech to the scantling of time; or you, if I should lengthen it to the weight of the matter. d dt n2 px32, cs pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc pn22, cs pns11 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 94
1121 And therefore I resolued here to make an end; And Therefore I resolved Here to make an end; cc av pns11 vvd av pc-acp vvi dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 95
1122 and to giue place (as fit it is) to the businesse whereabout we meet. and to give place (as fit it is) to the business whereabout we meet. cc pc-acp vvi n1 (c-acp j pn31 vbz) p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb. (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 95
1123 The Totall of what I haue said, and should say; is in effect but this: The Total of what I have said, and should say; is in Effect but this: dt j pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, cc vmd vvi; vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 95
1124 No pretension of a good end, of a good meaning, of a good euent, of any good whatsoeuer; No pretension of a good end, of a good meaning, of a good event, of any good whatsoever; uh-dx n1 pp-f dt j n1, pp-f dt j n1, pp-f dt j n1, pp-f d j r-crq; (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 95
1125 either can sufficiently warrant any sinfull action to be done, or iustifie it being done: or sufficiently excuse the Omission of any necessarie dutie, when it is necessarie. either can sufficiently warrant any sinful actium to be done, or justify it being done: or sufficiently excuse the Omission of any necessary duty, when it is necessary. d vmb av-j vvb d j n1 pc-acp vbi vdn, cc vvi pn31 vbg vdn: cc av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n1, c-crq pn31 vbz j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 95
1126 Consider what I say, and the Lord giue you vnderstanding in all things. Now to God the Father, Son, and holy Spirit, &c. Consider what I say, and the Lord give you understanding in all things. Now to God the Father, Son, and holy Spirit, etc. np1 r-crq pns11 vvb, cc dt n1 vvb pn22 vvg p-acp d n2. av p-acp np1 dt n1, n1, cc j n1, av (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 95
1127 THE THIRD SERMON. 1. COR. 12.7. But the manifestation of the Spirit, is giuen to euery man, to profit withall. THE THIRD SERMON. 1. COR. 12.7. But the manifestation of the Spirit, is given to every man, to profit withal. dt ord n1. crd np1. crd. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 96
1128 IN the first Verse of this Chapter S. Paul proposeth to himselfe an Argument, which hee prosecuteth the whole Chapter through, IN the First Verse of this Chapter S. Paul Proposeth to himself an Argument, which he prosecuteth the Whole Chapter through, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 n1 np1 vvz p-acp px31 dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvz dt j-jn n1 a-acp, (9) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 96
1129 and (after a profitable digression into the prayse of Charitie in the next Chapter) resumeth againe at the fourteenth Chapter, spending also that whole Chapter therein: and (After a profitable digression into the praise of Charity in the next Chapter) resumeth again At the fourteenth Chapter, spending also that Whole Chapter therein: cc (c-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ord n1) vvz av p-acp dt ord n1, vvg av d j-jn n1 av: (9) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 96
1130 and it is concerning spirituall gifts, [ Now concerning spirituall gifts, brethren, I would not haue you ignorant, &c. ] These gracious gifts of the holy Spirit of God, bestowed on them for the edification of the Church; and it is Concerning spiritual Gifts, [ Now Concerning spiritual Gifts, brothers, I would not have you ignorant, etc. ] These gracious Gifts of the holy Spirit of God, bestowed on them for the edification of the Church; cc pn31 vbz vvg j n2, [ av vvg j n2, n2, pns11 vmd xx vhi pn22 j, av ] d j n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 96
1131 the Corinthians, (by making them the fuell either of their pride, in despising those that were inferiour to themselues; the Corinthians, (by making them the fuel either of their pride, in despising those that were inferior to themselves; dt np1, (p-acp vvg pno32 dt n1 d pp-f po32 n1, p-acp vvg d cst vbdr j-jn pc-acp px32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 97
1132 or of their enuy, in malicing those that excelled them therein,) abused to the maintenance of schisme, and faction, and emulation in the Church. or of their envy, in malicing those that excelled them therein,) abused to the maintenance of Schism, and faction, and emulation in the Church. cc pp-f po32 vvi, p-acp vvg d cst vvd pno32 av,) vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 97
1133 For the remedying of which euills, the Apostle entreth vpon the Argument: For the remedying of which evils, the Apostle entereth upon the Argument: p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq n2-jn, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 97
1134 discoursing fully of the varietie of these spirituall gifts, and who is the Author of them, discoursing Fully of the variety of these spiritual Gifts, and who is the Author of them, vvg av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n2, cc r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 97
1135 and for what end they were giuen, and in what manner they should be employed; omitting nothing that was needfull to bee spoken anent this subiect. and for what end they were given, and in what manner they should be employed; omitting nothing that was needful to be spoken anent this Subject. cc p-acp r-crq vvb pns32 vbdr vvn, cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vmd vbi vvn; vvg pix cst vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 97
1136 In this part of the Chapter, entreating both before and after this verse, of the wondrous great, In this part of the Chapter, entreating both before and After this verse, of the wondrous great, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg d a-acp cc p-acp d n1, pp-f dt j j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 97
1137 yet sweet and vsefull, varietie of these spirituall gifts: he sheweth, that howsoeuer manifold they are either for kind, or degree, so as they may differ in the materiall and formall, yet they doe all agree both in the same efficient, and in the same finall cause. yet sweet and useful, variety of these spiritual Gifts: he shows, that howsoever manifold they Are either for kind, or degree, so as they may differ in the material and formal, yet they do all agree both in the same efficient, and in the same final cause. av j cc j, n1 pp-f d j n2: pns31 vvz, cst c-acp j pns32 vbr av-d p-acp j, cc n1, av c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn cc j, av pns32 vdb d vvi d p-acp dt d j, cc p-acp dt d j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 97
1138 In the same efficient cause, which is God the Lord by his Spirit, vers. 4, 6. [ Now there are diuersities of gifts, but the same Spirit; In the same efficient cause, which is God the Lord by his Spirit, vers. 4, 6. [ Now there Are diversities of Gifts, but the same Spirit; p-acp dt d j n1, r-crq vbz np1 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, fw-la. crd, crd [ av a-acp vbr n2 pp-f n2, cc-acp dt d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 97
1139 and there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord; and there Are differences of administrations, but the same Lord; cc pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n2, cc-acp dt d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 97
1140 and there are diuersities of operations, but it is the same God which worketh all in all. and there Are diversities of operations, but it is the same God which works all in all. cc pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt d np1 r-crq vvz d p-acp d. (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 97
1141 ] And in the same finall cause ; ] And in the same final cause; ] cc p-acp dt d j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 97
1142 which is the aduancement of Gods glory, in the propagation of his Gospell, and the edification of his Church ; which is the advancement of God's glory, in the propagation of his Gospel, and the edification of his Church; r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 97
1143 in this verse, [ But the manifestation of the Spirit is giuen to euery man to profit withall. ] in this verse, [ But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal. ] p-acp d n1, [ cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi av. ] (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 97
1144 By occasion of which words, we may enquire into the nature, conueiance, and vse of these gifts. By occasion of which words, we may inquire into the nature, conveyance, and use of these Gifts. p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq n2, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, n1, cc vvb pp-f d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 97
1145 First, their nature in themselues, and in their originall ; what they are, and whence: they are the workes of Gods Spirit in vs, [ The manifestation of the Spirit. First, their nature in themselves, and in their original; what they Are, and whence: they Are the works of God's Spirit in us, [ The manifestation of the Spirit. ord, po32 n1 p-acp px32, cc p-acp po32 j-jn; r-crq pns32 vbr, cc c-crq: pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno12, [ dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 97
1146 ] Secondly, their conueyance vnto vs; how we come to haue them, and to haue propertie in them: it is by gift; ] Secondly, their conveyance unto us; how we come to have them, and to have property in them: it is by gift; ] ord, po32 n1 p-acp pno12; c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi pno32, cc pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno32: pn31 vbz p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 98
1147 [ is giuen to euery man. ] Thirdly, their vse and end ; why they were giuen vs, and what we are to doe with them: [ is given to every man. ] Thirdly, their use and end; why they were given us, and what we Are to do with them: [ vbz vvn p-acp d n1. ] ord, po32 vvb cc vvb; c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn pno12, cc r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vdi p-acp pno32: (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 98
1148 they must be employed to the good of our Brethren, and of the Church; they must be employed to the good of our Brothers, and of the Church; pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n2, cc pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 98
1149 is giuen to euery man [ to profit withall. ] Of these briefely, and in their order; is given to every man [ to profit withal. ] Of these briefly, and in their order; vbz vvn p-acp d n1 [ pc-acp vvi av. ] pp-f d av-j, cc p-acp po32 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 98
1150 and with speciall reference euer to vs that are of the Clergie. and with special Referente ever to us that Are of the Clergy. cc p-acp j n1 av p-acp pno12 cst vbr pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 98
1151 By manifestation of the Spirit here our Apostle vnderstandeth none other thing, than hee doth by the adiectiue word NONLATINALPHABET in the first, By manifestation of the Spirit Here our Apostle understandeth none other thing, than he does by the adjective word in the First, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 av po12 n1 vvz pix j-jn n1, cs pns31 vdz p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp dt ord, (9) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 98
1152 and by the substantiue word NONLATINALPHABET in the last verse of the Chapter. and by the substantive word in the last verse of the Chapter. cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 98
1153 Both which put together, doe signifie those spirituall gifts and graces whereby God enableth men (and especially Church-men) to the duties of their particular Callings for the generall good. Both which put together, do signify those spiritual Gifts and graces whereby God enableth men (and especially Churchmen) to the duties of their particular Callings for the general good. av-d r-crq vvd av, vdb vvi d j n2 cc n2 c-crq np1 vvz n2 (cc av-j n2) p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 j n2 p-acp dt j j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 98
1154 Such as are those particulars, which are named in the next following verses; Such as Are those particulars, which Are nam in the next following Verses; d c-acp vbr d n2-j, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt ord vvg n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 98
1155 the word of wisdome, the word of knowledge, faith, the gifts of healing, workings of miracles, prophecy, discerning of spirits, diuers kinds of tongues, interpretation of tongues. the word of Wisdom, the word of knowledge, faith, the Gifts of healing, workings of Miracles, prophecy, discerning of spirits, diverse Kinds of tongues, Interpretation of tongues. dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, dt n2 pp-f vvg, n2 pp-f n2, n1, vvg pp-f n2, j n2 pp-f n2, n1 pp-f n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 98
1156 All which, and all other of like nature and vse, because they are wrought by that one and selfe-same Spirit, which diuideth to euery one seuerally as he will ; are therefore called NONLATINALPHABET, spirituall gifts ; All which, and all other of like nature and use, Because they Are wrought by that one and selfsame Spirit, which Divideth to every one severally as he will; Are Therefore called, spiritual Gifts; av-d r-crq, cc d n-jn pp-f j n1 cc n1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d crd cc d n1, r-crq vvz p-acp d pi av-j a-acp pns31 vmb; vbr av vvn, j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 98
1157 and here NONLATINALPHABET, the manifestation of the Spirit. and Here, the manifestation of the Spirit. cc av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 98
1158 The word [ Spirit ] though in Scripture it haue many other significations, yet in this place I conceiue to be vnderstood directly of the Holy Ghost, the third Person in the euer-blessed Trinitie. For first, in vers. 3. that which is called the Spirit of God in the former part, is in the later part called the Holy Ghost: [ I giue you to vnderstand, that no man speaking by the Spirit of God, calleth Iesus accursed; The word [ Spirit ] though in Scripture it have many other significations, yet in this place I conceive to be understood directly of the Holy Ghost, the third Person in the ever-blessed Trinity. For First, in vers. 3. that which is called the Spirit of God in the former part, is in the later part called the Holy Ghost: [ I give you to understand, that no man speaking by the Spirit of God, calls Iesus accursed; dt n1 [ n1 ] cs p-acp n1 pn31 vhb d j-jn n2, av p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn av-j pp-f dt j n1, dt ord n1 p-acp dt j np1. p-acp ord, p-acp fw-la. crd d r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, vbz p-acp dt jc n1 vvd dt j n1: [ pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi, cst dx n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz np1 vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 99
1159 and that no man can say, that Iesus is the Lord, but by the Holy Ghost. and that no man can say, that Iesus is the Lord, but by the Holy Ghost. cc cst dx n1 vmb vvi, cst np1 vbz dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 99
1160 ] Againe, that varietie of gifts, which in vers. 4. is said to proceed from the same Spirit, is said likewise in vers. 5. to proceed from the same Lord, and in vers. 6. to proceed from the same God : ] Again, that variety of Gifts, which in vers. 4. is said to proceed from the same Spirit, is said likewise in vers. 5. to proceed from the same Lord, and in vers. 6. to proceed from the same God: ] av, cst n1 pp-f n2, r-crq p-acp fw-la. crd vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt d n1, vbz vvn av p-acp fw-la. crd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt d n1, cc p-acp fw-la. crd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt d np1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 99
1161 and therefore such a Spirit is meant, as is also Lord and God ; and Therefore such a Spirit is meant, as is also Lord and God; cc av d dt n1 vbz vvn, c-acp vbz av n1 cc np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 99
1162 and that is onely the holy Ghost. And againe, in those words, in vers. 11. [ all these worketh that one and the selfe-same Spirit, diuiding to euery man seuerally as he will ; and that is only the holy Ghost. And again, in those words, in vers. 11. [ all these works that one and the selfsame Spirit, dividing to every man severally as he will; cc d vbz av-j dt j n1. cc av, p-acp d n2, p-acp fw-la. crd [ d d vvz d crd cc dt d n1, vvg p-acp d n1 av-j c-acp pns31 vmb; (9) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 99
1163 ] the Apostle ascribeth to this Spirit the collation and distribution of such gifts according to the free power of his owne will and pleasure: ] the Apostle ascribeth to this Spirit the collation and distribution of such Gifts according to the free power of his own will and pleasure: ] dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 d vmb cc n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 99
1164 which free power belongeth to none but God alone, who hath set the members euery one in the body, as it hath pleased him. which free power belongeth to none but God alone, who hath Set the members every one in the body, as it hath pleased him. r-crq j n1 vvz p-acp pix cc-acp np1 av-j, r-crq vhz vvn dt n2 d pi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vhz vvn pno31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 99
1165 Which yet ought not so to bee vnderstood of the Person of the Spirit ; as if the Father, and the Sonne, had no part or fellowship in this businesse. Which yet ought not so to be understood of the Person of the Spirit; as if the Father, and the Son, had no part or fellowship in this business. r-crq av vmd xx av pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; c-acp cs dt n1, cc dt n1, vhd dx n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 99
1166 For all the Actions and operations of the Diuine Persons, (those onely excepted which are of intrinsecall and mutuall relation) are the ioynt and vndiuided workes of the whole three Persons: according to the common knowne maxime, constantly and vniformely receiued in the Catholike Church, Opera Trinitatis ad extra sunt indiuisa. For all the Actions and operations of the Divine Persons, (those only excepted which Are of intrinsical and mutual Relation) Are the joint and undivided works of the Whole three Persons: according to the Common known maxim, constantly and uniformly received in the Catholic Church, Opera Trinitatis ad extra sunt indiuisa. p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-jn n2, (d av-j vvn r-crq vbr pp-f vvb cc j n1) vbr dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f dt j-jn crd n2: vvg p-acp dt j j-vvn n1, av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt jp n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 100
1167 And as to this particular, concerning gifts the Scriptures are cleare Wherein, as they are ascribed to God the Holy Ghost in this Chapter; And as to this particular, Concerning Gifts the Scriptures Are clear Wherein, as they Are ascribed to God the Holy Ghost in this Chapter; cc c-acp p-acp d j, vvg n2 dt n2 vbr j c-crq, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1 dt j n1 p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 100
1168 so they are elsewhere ascribed to God the Father, [ Euery good gift and euery perfect giuing is from aboue, from the Father of Lights: I am. so they Are elsewhere ascribed to God the Father, [ Every good gift and every perfect giving is from above, from the Father of Lights: I am. av pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp np1 dt n1, [ d j n1 cc d j vvg vbz p-acp a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: pns11 vbm. (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 100
1169 1. ] and elsewere to God the Sonne, [ Vnto euery one of vs is giuen grace, according to the measure of the gift of Christ: 1. ] and elsewhere to God the Son, [ Unto every one of us is given grace, according to the measure of the gift of christ: crd ] cc av p-acp np1 dt n1, [ p-acp d crd pp-f pno12 vbz vvn n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 100
1170 Ephes. 4. ] Yea and it may be, that for this very reason in the three verses next before my text, these three words are vsed; Ephesians 4. ] Yea and it may be, that for this very reason in the three Verses next before my text, these three words Are used; np1 crd ] uh cc pn31 vmb vbi, cst p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt crd n2 ord p-acp po11 n1, d crd n2 vbr vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 100
1171 Spirit, in vers. 4. Lord, in vers. 5. and God, in vers. 6. to giue vs intimation, that these spirituall gifts proceed equally and vndiuidedly from the whole three Persons ; Spirit, in vers. 4. Lord, in vers. 5. and God, in vers. 6. to give us intimation, that these spiritual Gifts proceed equally and undividedly from the Whole three Persons; n1, p-acp fw-la. crd n1, p-acp fw-la. crd cc np1, p-acp fw-la. crd pc-acp vvi pno12 n1, cst d j n2 vvb av-jn cc av-vvn p-acp dt j-jn crd n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 100
1172 from God the Father, and from his Sonne Iesus Christ our Lord, and from the eternall Spirit of them both the Holy Ghost, as from one entire, indiuisible, and coessentiall Agent. from God the Father, and from his Son Iesus christ our Lord, and from the Eternal Spirit of them both the Holy Ghost, as from one entire, indivisible, and coessential Agent. p-acp np1 dt n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 np1 np1 po12 n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32 d dt j n1, a-acp p-acp crd j, j, cc j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 100
1173 But for that we are grosse of vnderstanding, and vnable to conceiue the distinct Trinity of Persons in the Vnity of the Godhead, otherwise than by apprehending some distinction of their operations and offices to-vs-ward: But for that we Are gross of understanding, and unable to conceive the distinct Trinity of Persons in the Unity of the Godhead, otherwise than by apprehending Some distinction of their operations and Offices to-vs-ward: cc-acp c-acp cst pns12 vbr j pp-f n1, cc j-u pc-acp vvi dt j np1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av cs p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 100
1174 it hath pleased the wisedome of God in the holy Scriptures, (which, being written for our sakes, were to be fitted to our capacities) so farre to condescend to our weaknesse and dulnesse, it hath pleased the Wisdom of God in the holy Scriptures, (which, being written for our sakes, were to be fitted to our capacities) so Far to condescend to our weakness and dulness, pn31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n2, (r-crq, vbg vvn p-acp po12 n2, vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2) av av-j p-acp vvb p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 100
1175 as to attribute some of those great and common workes to one person, and some to another, as to attribute Some of those great and Common works to one person, and Some to Another, c-acp p-acp vvb d pp-f d j cc j n2 p-acp crd n1, cc d p-acp j-jn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 100
1176 after a more speciall manner than vnto the rest; After a more special manner than unto the rest; p-acp dt av-dc j n1 cs p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 100
1177 although indeed and in truth none of the three persons had more or lesse to doe than other in any of those great and common-workes. although indeed and in truth none of the three Persons had more or less to do than other in any of those great and common-works. cs av cc p-acp n1 pix pp-f dt crd n2 vhd dc cc av-dc pc-acp vdi cs j-jn p-acp d pp-f d j cc n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 101
1178 This manner of speaking Diuines vse to call Appropriation. By which appropriation, as Power is ascribed to the Father, and Wisedome to the Sonne ; This manner of speaking Divines use to call Appropriation. By which appropriation, as Power is ascribed to the Father, and Wisdom to the Son; d n1 pp-f vvg n2-jn vvb pc-acp vvi n1. p-acp r-crq n1, c-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 101
1179 so is Goodnesse to the Holy Ghost. And therefore, as the Worke of Creation, wherein is specially seene the mighty power of God, is appropriated to the Father ; so is goodness to the Holy Ghost. And Therefore, as the Work of Creation, wherein is specially seen the mighty power of God, is appropriated to the Father; av vbz n1 p-acp dt j n1. cc av, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq vbz av-j vvn dt j n1 pp-f np1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 101
1180 and the worke of Redemption, wherein is specially seene the wisedome of God, to the Sonne: so the workes of sanctification, and the infusion of habituall graces, whereby the good things of God are communicated vnto vs, is appropriated vnto the Holy Ghost. And for this cause, the gifts thus communicated vnto vs from God, are called NONLATINALPHABET spirituall gifts, and NONLATINALPHABET, the manifestation of the Spirit. and the work of Redemption, wherein is specially seen the Wisdom of God, to the Son: so the works of sanctification, and the infusion of habitual graces, whereby the good things of God Are communicated unto us, is appropriated unto the Holy Ghost. And for this cause, the Gifts thus communicated unto us from God, Are called spiritual Gifts, and, the manifestation of the Spirit. cc dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq vbz av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1: av dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2, c-crq dt j n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1. cc p-acp d n1, dt n2 av vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp np1, vbr vvn j n2, cc, dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 101
1181 Wee see now, why spirit! but then; we see now, why Spirit! but then; pns12 vvb av, q-crq n1! p-acp av; (9) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 101
1182 why manifestation? The word, as most other verballs of that forme, may be vnderstood either in the actiue, or passiue signification. why manifestation? The word, as most other verballs of that Form, may be understood either in the active, or passive signification. q-crq n1? dt n1, c-acp ds j-jn n2 pp-f d n1, vmb vbi vvn av-d p-acp dt j, cc j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 101
1183 And it is not materiall, whether of the two wayes we take it in this place: both being true ; And it is not material, whither of the two ways we take it in this place: both being true; cc pn31 vbz xx j-jn, cs pp-f dt crd n2 pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp d n1: d vbg j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 101
1184 and neither improper. For these spirituall Gifts are the manifestation of the spirit Actiuely: because by these, the spirit manifesteth the will of God vnto the Church; and neither improper. For these spiritual Gifts Are the manifestation of the Spirit Actively: Because by these, the Spirit manifesteth the will of God unto the Church; cc dx j. p-acp d j n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j: c-acp p-acp d, dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 101
1185 these being the instruments and meanes of conueighing the knowledge of saluation vnto the people of God. these being the Instruments and means of conveying the knowledge of salvation unto the people of God. d vbg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 101
1186 And they are the manifestation of the spirit Passiuely too: And they Are the manifestation of the Spirit Passively too: cc pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j av: (9) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 101
1187 because where any of these gifts, especially in any eminent sort, appeared in any person, it was a manifest euidence, that the Spirit of God wrought in him. Because where any of these Gifts, especially in any eminent sort, appeared in any person, it was a manifest evidence, that the Spirit of God wrought in him. c-acp c-crq d pp-f d n2, av-j p-acp d j n1, vvd p-acp d n1, pn31 vbds dt j n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 102
1188 As we reade in Act. 10. that they of the Circumcision were astonished, When they saw, that on the Gentiles also was poured out the gift of the Holy Ghost. As we read in Act. 10. that they of the Circumcision were astonished, When they saw, that on the Gentiles also was poured out the gift of the Holy Ghost. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1 crd cst pns32 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn, c-crq pns32 vvd, cst p-acp dt n2-j av vbds vvn av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 102
1189 If it bee demanded, But how did that appeare ▪ it followeth in the next verse, [ for they heard them speake with tongues, &c. ] The spirituall Gift then is a manifestation of the spirit as euery other sensible effect is a manifestation of its proper cause. If it be demanded, But how did that appear ▪ it follows in the next verse, [ for they herd them speak with tongues, etc. ] The spiritual Gift then is a manifestation of the Spirit as every other sensible Effect is a manifestation of its proper cause. cs pn31 vbb vvn, cc-acp q-crq vdd d vvi ▪ pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, [ c-acp pns32 vvd pno32 vvi p-acp n2, av ] dt j n1 av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j-jn j vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 102
1190 Wee are now yet farther to know, that the Gifts and graces wrought in vs by the holy spirit of God, are of two sorts. we Are now yet farther to know, that the Gifts and graces wrought in us by the holy Spirit of God, Are of two sorts. pns12 vbr av av av-jc pc-acp vvi, cst dt n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, vbr pp-f crd n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 102
1191 The Scriptures sometimes distinguish them by the different termes of NONLATINALPHABET & NONLATINALPHABET: although those words are sometimes againe vsed indifferently and promiscuously, either for other. The Scriptures sometime distinguish them by the different terms of &: although those words Are sometime again used indifferently and promiscuously, either for other. dt n2 av vvb pno32 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f cc: cs d n2 vbr av av vvn av-j cc av-j, av-d p-acp n-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 102
1192 They are commonly known in the Schooles, and differenced by the names of Gratiae gratum facientes, and Gratiae gratis datae. Which termes though they be not very proper, (for one of them may be affirmed of the other; They Are commonly known in the Schools, and differenced by the names of Gratiae gratum Facientes, and Gratiae gratis Datae. Which terms though they be not very proper, (for one of them may be affirmed of the other; pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n2, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 fw-la n2, cc np1 av fw-la. r-crq n2 c-acp pns32 vbb xx j j, (c-acp pi pp-f pno32 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt j-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 102
1193 whereas the members of euery good distinction ought to be opposite:) yet because they haue beene long receiued, (and change of termes, whereas the members of every good distinction ought to be opposite:) yet Because they have been long received, (and change of terms, cs dt n2 pp-f d j n1 vmd pc-acp vbi j-jn:) av c-acp pns32 vhb vbn j vvn, (cc vvb pp-f n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 102
1194 though happely for the better, hath by experience beene found for the most part unhappy in the euent, in multiplying vnnecessary booke-quarrels;) wee may retaine them profitably, and without preiudice. though happily for the better, hath by experience been found for the most part unhappy in the event, in multiplying unnecessary book-quarrels;) we may retain them profitably, and without prejudice. cs av-j c-acp dt jc, vhz p-acp n1 vbn vvn p-acp dt av-ds n1 j p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg j n2;) pns12 vmb vvi pno32 av-j, cc p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 102
1195 Those former, which they call Gratum facientes, are the Graces of sanctification ; Those former, which they call Gratum Facientes, Are the Graces of sanctification; d j, r-crq pns32 vvb fw-la n2, vbr dt n2 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 102
1196 whereby the person that hath them, is enabled to doe acceptable seruice to God, in the duties of his generall Calling: whereby the person that hath them, is enabled to do acceptable service to God, in the duties of his general Calling: c-crq dt n1 cst vhz pno32, vbz vvn pc-acp vdi j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j vvg: (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 103
1197 these later, which, they call Gratis datas, are the Graces of edification ; these later, which, they call Gratis datas, Are the Graces of edification; d jc, r-crq, pns32 vvb av fw-la, vbr dt n2 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 103
1198 whereby the person that hath them is enabled, to doe profitable seruice to the Church of God in the duties of his particular Calling. whereby the person that hath them is enabled, to do profitable service to the Church of God in the duties of his particular Calling. c-crq dt n1 cst vhz pno32 vbz vvn, pc-acp vdi j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j vvg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 103
1199 Those are giuen Nobis, & Nobis ; both to vs, and for vs, that is chiefly for our owne good: Those Are given Nobis, & Nobis; both to us, and for us, that is chiefly for our own good: d vbr vvn fw-la, cc fw-la; d p-acp pno12, cc p-acp pno12, cst vbz av-jn p-acp po12 d j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 103
1200 these Nobis, sed Nostris; to vs indeed, but for others, that is chiefly for the good of our brethren. these Nobis, said Nostris; to us indeed, but for Others, that is chiefly for the good of our brothers. d fw-la, vvd n1; p-acp pno12 av, cc-acp p-acp n2-jn, cst vbz av-jn p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 103
1201 Those are giuen vs ad salutem, for the sauing of our owne soules: these ad lucrum, for the winning of other mens soules. Those Are given us ad salutem, for the Saving of our own Souls: these ad lucrum, for the winning of other men's Souls. d vbr vvn pno12 fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 d n2: d fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j-jn ng2 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 103
1202 Those proceed from the speciall loue of God to the Person ; Those proceed from the special love of God to the Person; d vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 103
1203 and may therefore be called Personall, or speciall: these proceed from the generall loue of God to his Church, (or yet more generall to humane societies;) and may therefore be rather called Ecclesiasticall or Generall Gifts or Graces. and may Therefore be called Personal, or special: these proceed from the general love of God to his Church, (or yet more general to humane societies;) and may Therefore be rather called Ecclesiastical or General Gifts or Graces. cc vmb av vbi vvn j, cc j: d vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, (cc av av-dc j p-acp j n2;) cc vmb av vbi av-c vvn j cc n1 n2 cc n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 103
1204 Of that first sort are Faith, Hope, Charity, Repentance, Patience, Humility ; and all those other holy graces and fruites of the spirit, which accompany saluation: Of that First sort Are Faith, Hope, Charity, Repentance, Patience, Humility; and all those other holy graces and fruits of the Spirit, which accompany salvation: pp-f cst ord n1 vbr n1, vvb, n1, n1, np1-n, n1; cc d d j-jn j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvb n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 103
1205 Wrought by the blessed and powerfull operation of the holy Spirit of God, after a most effectuall, but vnconceiuable manner, regenerating, and renewing, Wrought by the blessed and powerful operation of the holy Spirit of God, After a most effectual, but unconceivable manner, regenerating, and renewing, vvd p-acp dt j-vvn cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt av-ds j, p-acp j n1, vvg, cc vvg, (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 103
1206 and seasoning, and sanctifying the hearts of his Chosen. But yet these are not the Gifts so much spoken of in this Chapter; and namely in my Text: Euery branch whereof excludeth them. and seasoning, and sanctifying the hearts of his Chosen. But yet these Are not the Gifts so much spoken of in this Chapter; and namely in my Text: Every branch whereof excludeth them. cc vvg, cc vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 vvn. p-acp av d vbr xx dt n2 av av-d vvn pp-f p-acp d n1; cc av p-acp po11 n1: d n1 c-crq vvz pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 103
1207 Of those graces of sanctification first, wee may haue indeed probable inducements, to perswade vs, that they are, Of those graces of sanctification First, we may have indeed probable inducements, to persuade us, that they Are, pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 ord, pns12 vmb vhi av j n2, pc-acp vvi pno12, cst pns32 vbr, (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 103
1208 or are not in this or that man: or Are not in this or that man: cc vbr xx p-acp d cc d n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 103
1209 But hypocrisie may make such a semblance, that we may thinke wee see spirit in a man, in whom yet there is nothing but flesh, and infirmities may cast such a fogge, that wee can discerne nothing but flesh in a man, in whom yet there is spirit. But the gifts here spoken of doe incurre into the senses, and giue vs euident and infallible assurance of the spirit that wrought them: But hypocrisy may make such a semblance, that we may think we see Spirit in a man, in whom yet there is nothing but Flesh, and infirmities may cast such a fog, that we can discern nothing but Flesh in a man, in whom yet there is Spirit. But the Gifts Here spoken of doe incur into the Senses, and give us evident and infallible assurance of the Spirit that wrought them: cc-acp n1 vmb vvi d dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq av a-acp vbz pix cc-acp n1, cc n2 vmb vvi d dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pix cc-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq av a-acp vbz n1. p-acp dt n2 av vvn pp-f n1 vvi p-acp dt n2, cc vvb pno12 j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvd pno32: (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 104
1210 here is NONLATINALPHABET, a manifestation of the spirit. Here is, a manifestation of the Spirit. av vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 104
1211 Againe, secondly, those Graces of sanctification are not communicated by distribution, ( Alius sic, alius verò sic;) Faith to one, Charity to another, Repentance to another: Again, secondly, those Graces of sanctification Are not communicated by distribution, (Alius sic, alius verò sic;) Faith to one, Charity to Another, Repentance to Another: av, ord, d n2 pp-f n1 vbr xx vvn p-acp n1, (fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la;) n1 p-acp crd, n1 p-acp j-jn, n1 p-acp j-jn: (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 104
1212 but where they are giuen, they are giuen all at once and together, as it were strung vpon one threed, and linked into one chaine. But the Gifts here spoken of are distributed as it were by doale, and diuided seuerally as it pleased God, shared out into seuerall portions, but where they Are given, they Are given all At once and together, as it were strung upon one thread, and linked into one chain. But the Gifts Here spoken of Are distributed as it were by dole, and divided severally as it pleased God, shared out into several portions, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, pns32 vbr vvn d p-acp a-acp cc av, c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp crd n1, cc vvn p-acp crd n1. p-acp dt n2 av vvn pp-f vbr vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1, cc vvn av-j p-acp pn31 vvd np1, vvd av p-acp j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 104
1213 and giuen to euery man some, to none all; and given to every man Some, to none all; cc vvn p-acp d n1 d, p-acp pix d; (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 104
1214 for to one is giuen by the spirit the word of wisedome, to another the word of knowledge, &c. Thirdly, those Graces of sanctification, for to one is given by the Spirit the word of Wisdom, to Another the word of knowledge, etc. Thirdly, those Graces of sanctification, p-acp p-acp crd vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j-jn dt n1 pp-f n1, av ord, d n2 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 104
1215 though they may and ought to bee exercised to the benefit of others, who by the shining of our light, and the sight of our good workes, may be prouoked to glorifie God by walking in the same paths: though they may and ought to be exercised to the benefit of Others, who by the shining of our Light, and the sighed of our good works, may be provoked to Glorify God by walking in the same paths: cs pns32 vmb cc pi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, r-crq p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 j n2, vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvi np1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt d n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 104
1216 yet that is but vtilitas emergens, and not finis proprius ; yet that is but vtilitas emergens, and not finis proprius; av cst vbz p-acp fw-la n2, cc xx fw-la fw-la; (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 104
1217 a good vse made of them vpon the bye, but not the maine, proper and direct end of them, a good use made of them upon the buy, but not the main, proper and Direct end of them, dt j vvb vvn pp-f pno32 p-acp dt a-acp, p-acp xx dt j, j cc j vvb pp-f pno32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 104
1218 for which they were chiefly giuen. for which they were chiefly given. p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr av-jn vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 104
1219 But the Gifts here spoken of, were giuen directly for this end, and so intended by the giuer, to be employed for the benifite of others, But the Gifts Here spoken of, were given directly for this end, and so intended by the giver, to be employed for the benefit of Others, p-acp dt n2 av vvn pp-f, vbdr vvn av-j p-acp d vvb, cc av vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 104
1220 and for the edifying of the Church; they were giuen to profit withall. and for the edifying of the Church; they were given to profit withal. cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1; pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 105
1221 It then remaineth, to vnderstand this Text and Chapter of that other and later kinde of spirituall Gifts: those Graces of Edification, (or Gratiae gratis datae,) whereby men are enabled in their seuerall Callings, according to the quality and measure of the graces they haue receiued, to be profitable members of the publique body, either in Church or Common-wealth. It then remains, to understand this Text and Chapter of that other and later kind of spiritual Gifts: those Graces of Edification, (or Gratiae gratis Datae,) whereby men Are enabled in their several Callings, according to the quality and measure of the graces they have received, to be profitable members of the public body, either in Church or Commonwealth. pn31 av vvz, pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 pp-f d j-jn cc jc n1 pp-f j n2: d n2 pp-f n1, (cc np1 av fw-la,) c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pns32 vhb vvn, pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f dt j n1, d p-acp n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 105
1222 Vnder which appellation, (the very first naturall powers and faculties of the soule only excepted, which flowing à principijs speciei, are in all men the same and alike;) I comprehend all other secondary endowments, and abilities whatsoeuer of the reasonable soule, which are capable of the degrees of more and lesse, and of better and worse; Under which appellation, (the very First natural Powers and faculties of the soul only excepted, which flowing à principijs Speciei, Are in all men the same and alike;) I comprehend all other secondary endowments, and abilities whatsoever of the reasonable soul, which Are capable of the Degrees of more and less, and of better and Worse; p-acp r-crq n1, (dt j ord j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 av-j vvn, r-crq vvg fw-fr fw-la fw-la, vbr p-acp d n2 dt d cc av-j;) pns11 vvb d j-jn j n2, cc n2 r-crq pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbr j pp-f dt n2 pp-f av-dc cc av-dc, cc pp-f jc cc av-jc; (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 105
1223 together with all subsidiary helpes any way conducing to the exercise of any of them. Whether they be first, supernaturall graces, giuen by immediate and extraordinary infusion from God: together with all subsidiary helps any Way conducing to the exercise of any of them. Whither they be First, supernatural graces, given by immediate and extraordinary infusion from God: av p-acp d j n2 d n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d pp-f pno32. cs pns32 vbb ord, j n2, vvn p-acp j cc j n1 p-acp np1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 105
1224 such as were the gifts of tongues, and of miracles, and of healings, and of prophecie properly so called, and many other like; such as were the Gifts of tongues, and of Miracles, and of healings, and of prophecy properly so called, and many other like; d c-acp vbdr dt n2 pp-f n2, cc pp-f n2, cc pp-f n2-vvg, cc pp-f n1 av-j av vvn, cc d j-jn j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 105
1225 which were frequent in the infancie of the Church, and when this Epistle was written, according as, the necessitie of those primitiue times considered, God saw it expedient for his Church. which were frequent in the infancy of the Church, and when this Epistle was written, according as, the necessity of those primitive times considered, God saw it expedient for his Church. r-crq vbdr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc c-crq d n1 vbds vvn, vvg a-acp, dt n1 pp-f d j n2 vvn, np1 vvd pn31 j p-acp po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 105
1226 Or whether they be secondly, such as Philosophers call Naturall dispositions: such as are promptnesse of Wit, quicknesse of Conceit, fastnesse of Memory, clearenesse of Vnderstanding, soundnesse of Iudgement, readinesse of Speech, and other like; Or whither they be secondly, such as Philosophers call Natural dispositions: such as Are promptness of Wit, quickness of Conceit, fastness of Memory, clearness of Understanding, soundness of Judgement, readiness of Speech, and other like; cc cs pns32 vbb ord, d c-acp n2 vvb j n2: d c-acp vbr n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, cc j-jn j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 105
1227 which flow immediately à Principijs indiuidui, from the indiuiduall condition, constitution, and temperature of particular persons. which flow immediately à Principijs indiuidui, from the Individu condition, constitution, and temperature of particular Persons. r-crq vvb av-j fw-fr fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt j-jn n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f j n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 106
1228 Or, whether they bee thirdly, such as Philosophers call Intellectuall Habits: which is, when those naturall dispositions are so improued, Or, whither they be Thirdly, such as Philosophers call Intellectual Habits: which is, when those natural dispositions Are so improved, cc, cs pns32 vbb ord, d c-acp n2 vvb j n2: r-crq vbz, c-crq d j n2 vbr av vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 106
1229 and perfected by Education, Art, Industry, Obseruation, or Experience ; and perfected by Education, Art, Industry, Observation, or Experience; cc vvn p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, cc vvb; (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 106
1230 that men become thereby skilfull Linguists, subtile Disputers, copious Orators, profound Diuines, powerfull Preachers, expert Lawyers, Physitians, Historians, Statesmen, Commanders, Artisans, or excellent in any Science, Profession, or Faculty whatsoeuer. that men become thereby skilful Linguists, subtle Disputers, copious Orators, profound Divines, powerful Preachers, expert Lawyers, Physicians, Historians, Statesmen, Commanders, Artisans, or excellent in any Science, Profession, or Faculty whatsoever. d n2 vvb av j n2, j n2, j n2, j n2-jn, j n2, j n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, cc j p-acp d n1, n1, cc n1 r-crq. (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 106
1231 To which we may adde in the fourth place, all outward subseruient helpes whatsoeuer, which may any way further or facilitate the exercise of any of the former graces, dispositions, or habits: To which we may add in the fourth place, all outward subseruient helps whatsoever, which may any Way further or facilitate the exercise of any of the former graces, dispositions, or habits: p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1, d j fw-fr vvz r-crq, r-crq vmb d n1 av-jc cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d pp-f dt j n2, n2, cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 106
1232 such as are health, strength, beauty, and all those other Bonae Corporis ; as also Bona fortunae, Honour, Wealth, Nobility, Reputation, and the rest. such as Are health, strength, beauty, and all those other Bonae Corporis; as also Bona Fortunae, Honour, Wealth, Nobilt, Reputation, and the rest. d c-acp vbr n1, n1, n1, cc d d j-jn fw-la fw-la; c-acp av fw-la fw-la, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 106
1233 All of these, euen those among them, which seeme most of all to haue their foundation in Nature, or perfection from Art, may in some sort bee called NONLATINALPHABET, spirituall gifts: in as much as the spirit of God is the first and principall worker of them. All of these, even those among them, which seem most of all to have their Foundation in Nature, or perfection from Art, may in Some sort be called, spiritual Gifts: in as much as the Spirit of God is the First and principal worker of them. av-d pp-f d, av d p-acp pno32, r-crq vvb av-ds pp-f d pc-acp vhi po32 n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, vmb p-acp d n1 vbi vvn, j n2: p-acp c-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt ord cc n-jn n1 pp-f pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 106
1234 Nature, Art, Industrie, and all other subsidiary furtherances, being but second Agents vnder him; Nature, Art, Industry, and all other subsidiary furtherances, being but second Agents under him; n1, n1, n1, cc d j-jn j n2, vbg p-acp ord n2 p-acp pno31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 106
1235 and as meanes ordained, or as instruments vsed by him, for the accomplishing of those ends he hath appointed. and as means ordained, or as Instruments used by him, for the accomplishing of those ends he hath appointed. cc c-acp vvz vvn, cc c-acp n2 vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2 pns31 vhz vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 106
1236 And now haue wee found out the iust latitude of the spirituall gifts spoken of in this Chapter, And now have we found out the just latitude of the spiritual Gifts spoken of in this Chapter, cc av vhb pns12 vvn av dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 vvn pp-f p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 106
1237 and of the manifestation of the spirit in my Text. From whence not to passe without some obseruable inferences for our Edification: and of the manifestation of the Spirit in my Text. From whence not to pass without Some observable inferences for our Edification: cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po11 np1 p-acp c-crq xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2 p-acp po12 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 107
1238 Wee may here first behold, and admire, and magnifie the singular loue, and care, and prouidence of God for and ouer his Church. For the building vp whereof, hee hath not only furnished it with fit materials, men endowed with the faculties of vnderstanding, reason, will, memory, affections; we may Here First behold, and admire, and magnify the singular love, and care, and providence of God for and over his Church. For the building up whereof, he hath not only furnished it with fit materials, men endowed with the faculties of understanding, reason, will, memory, affections; pns12 vmb av ord vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi dt j vvb, cc vvb, cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp cc p-acp po31 n1. p-acp dt vvg a-acp c-crq, pns31 vhz xx av-j vvn pn31 p-acp j n2-jn, n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1, n1, n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 107
1239 nor only lent them tooles out of his owne rich store-house, his holy Word, and sacred Ordinances: nor only lent them tools out of his own rich storehouse, his holy Word, and sacred Ordinances: ccx av-j vvd pno32 n2 av pp-f po31 d j n1, po31 j n1, cc j n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 107
1240 but, as sometimes hee filled Bezaleel and Aholiab with skill and wisedome for the building of the materiall Tabernacle ; but, as sometime he filled Bezaleel and Aholiab with skill and Wisdom for the building of the material Tabernacle; cc-acp, c-acp av pns31 vvd np1 cc np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 107
1241 so he hath also from time to time raysed vp seruiceable men, and enabled them with a large measure of all needfull gifts and graces, to set forward the building, so he hath also from time to time raised up serviceable men, and enabled them with a large measure of all needful Gifts and graces, to Set forward the building, av pns31 vhz av p-acp n1 p-acp n1 vvd a-acp j n2, cc vvd pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 107
1242 and to giue it both strength and beauty. and to give it both strength and beauty. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 d n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 107
1243 A Body, if it had not difference and variety of members, were rather a lumpe, than a body ; A Body, if it had not difference and variety of members, were rather a lump, than a body; dt n1, cs pn31 vhd xx n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, vbdr av-c dt n1, cs dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 107
1244 or if hauing such members, there were yet no vitall spirits within to enable them to their proper offices, it were rather a Corps than a Body: but the vigour that is in euery part to doe its office, is a certaing euidence and manifestation of a spirit of life within, or if having such members, there were yet no vital spirits within to enable them to their proper Offices, it were rather a Corpse than a Body: but the vigour that is in every part to do its office, is a certaing evidence and manifestation of a Spirit of life within, cc cs vhg d n2, pc-acp vbdr av dx j n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j n2, pn31 vbdr av-c dt n1 cs dt n1: p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp d vvb pc-acp vdi po31 n1, vbz dt vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 107
1245 and that maketh it a liuing Organicall body. and that makes it a living Organical body. cc cst vv2 pn31 dt vvg j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 107
1246 So those actiue gifts, & graces, and abilities, which are to be found in the members of the mysticall body of Christ, (I know not whether of greater variety, or vse, ) are a strong manifestation, that there is a powerfull Spirit of God within, that knitteth the the whole body together, So those active Gifts, & graces, and abilities, which Are to be found in the members of the mystical body of christ, (I know not whither of greater variety, or use,) Are a strong manifestation, that there is a powerful Spirit of God within, that knits the the Whole body together, av d j n2, cc n2, cc n2, r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, (pns11 vvb xx cs pp-f jc n1, cc vvb,) vbr dt j n1, cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 a-acp, cst vvz dt dt j-jn n1 av, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 107
1247 and worketh all in all, and all in euery part of the body. Secondly ; and works all in all, and all in every part of the body. Secondly; cc vvz av-d p-acp d, cc d p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1. ord; (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 107
1248 though wee haue iust cause to lay it to heart, when men of eminent gifts and place in the Church are taken from vs, though we have just cause to lay it to heart, when men of eminent Gifts and place in the Church Are taken from us, cs pns12 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1, c-crq n2 pp-f j n2 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 108
1249 and to lament in theirs, our owne, and the Churches losse: yet wee should possesse our soules in patience, and sustaine our selues with this comfort; and to lament in theirs, our own, and the Churches loss: yet we should possess our Souls in patience, and sustain our selves with this Comfort; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp png32, po12 d, cc dt n2 n1: av pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvz po12 n2 p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 108
1250 that it is the same God, that still hath care ouer his Church ; and it is the same Head Iesus Christ, that still hath influence into his members ; that it is the same God, that still hath care over his Church; and it is the same Head Iesus christ, that still hath influence into his members; cst pn31 vbz dt d np1, cst av vhz vvb p-acp po31 n1; cc pn31 vbz dt d n1 np1 np1, cst av vhz n1 p-acp po31 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 108
1251 and it is the same blessed Spirit of God and of Christ, that still actuateth and animateth this great mysticall Body. And therefore wee may not doubt, and it is the same blessed Spirit of God and of christ, that still actuateth and animateth this great mystical Body. And Therefore we may not doubt, cc pn31 vbz dt d j-vvn n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f np1, cst av vvz cc vvz d j j n1. cc av pns12 vmb xx vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 108
1252 but this Spirit, as he hath hitherto done from the beginning, so will still manifest himselfe from time to time, but this Spirit, as he hath hitherto done from the beginning, so will still manifest himself from time to time, cc-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 vhz av vdn p-acp dt n1, av vmb av j px31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 108
1253 vnto the end of the world; unto the end of the world; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 108
1254 in raising vp instruments for the seruice of his Church, and furnishing them with gifts in some good measure meete for the same, more or lesse, according as he shall see it expedient for her, in her seuerall different estates and conditions: in raising up Instruments for the service of his Church, and furnishing them with Gifts in Some good measure meet for the same, more or less, according as he shall see it expedient for her, in her several different estates and conditions: p-acp vvg a-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvg pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp d j n1 vvi p-acp dt d, av-dc cc av-dc, vvg c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn31 j p-acp pno31, p-acp po31 j j n2 cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 108
1255 giuing some Apostles, and some Prophets, and some Euangelists, and some Pastors and Teachers; giving Some Apostles, and Some prophets, and Some Evangelists, and Some Pastors and Teachers; vvg d n2, cc d n2, cc d n2, cc d ng1 cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 108
1256 for the perfecting of the Saints, for the worke of the Ministerie, for the edifying of the body of Christ, till we all meete in the vnitie of the Faith, for the perfecting of the Saints, for the work of the Ministry, for the edifying of the body of christ, till we all meet in the unity of the Faith, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns12 d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 108
1257 and of the knowledge of the Sonne of God, vnto a perfect man, vnto the measure of the stature of the fulnes of Christ. and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ. cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 108
1258 He hath promised long since, who was neuer yet touched with breach of promise, that he would be with his Apostles (and their successours) alwaies vnto the end of the world. He hath promised long since, who was never yet touched with breach of promise, that he would be with his Apostles (and their Successors) always unto the end of the world. pns31 vhz vvn av-j a-acp, r-crq vbds av-x av vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi p-acp po31 n2 (cc po32 n2) av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 108
1259 Thirdly, where the Spirit of God hath manifested it selfe to any man by the distribution of gifts, it is but reason, that man should manifest the Spirit that is in him, by exercising those gifts in some lawfull Calling. Thirdly, where the Spirit of God hath manifested it self to any man by the distribution of Gifts, it is but reason, that man should manifest the Spirit that is in him, by exercising those Gifts in Some lawful Calling. ord, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pn31 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cst n1 vmd vvi dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31, p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp d j vvg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1260 And so this manifestation of the Spirit in my text, imposeth vpon euery man the Necessity of a Calling. Our Apostle, in the seuenth of this Epistle, ioyneth these two together, a Gift and a Calling ; And so this manifestation of the Spirit in my text, Imposes upon every man the Necessity of a Calling. Our Apostle, in the Seventh of this Epistle, Joineth these two together, a Gift and a Calling; cc av d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, vvz p-acp d n1 dt n1 pp-f dt vvg. po12 n1, p-acp dt ord pp-f d n1, vvz d crd av, dt n1 cc dt vvg; (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1261 as things that may not be seuered: As God hath distributed to euery man, as the Lord hath called euerie one. as things that may not be severed: As God hath distributed to every man, as the Lord hath called every one. c-acp n2 cst vmb xx vbi vvn: p-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn d pi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1262 Where the end of a thing is the vse ; there the difference cannot be great, whether we abuse it, or but conceale it. Where the end of a thing is the use; there the difference cannot be great, whither we abuse it, or but conceal it. c-crq dt vvb pp-f dt n1 vbz dt vvb; a-acp dt n1 vmbx vbi j, cs pns12 vvb pn31, cc p-acp vvb pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1263 The vnprofitable seruant, that wrapped vp his Masters talent in a napkin, could not haue receiued a much heauier doome had he mispent it. The unprofitable servant, that wrapped up his Masters talon in a napkin, could not have received a much Heavier doom had he Mis-spent it. dt j n1, d vvn a-acp po31 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1, vmd xx vhi vvn dt d jc n1 vhd pns31 vvn pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1264 O then vp and be doing: why stand you all the day idle? Doe not say, O then up and be doing: why stand you all the day idle? Do not say, sy av a-acp cc vbb vdg: q-crq vvb pn22 d dt n1 j? vdb xx vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1265 because you heard no voyce, that therefore no man hath called you: Because you herd no voice, that Therefore no man hath called you: c-acp pn22 vvd dx n1, cst av dx n1 vhz vvn pn22: (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1266 those very gifts you haue receiued, are a Reall Call, pursuing you with continuall restlesse importunitie, till you haue disposed your selues in some honest course of life or other, wherein you may be profitable to humane societie, by the exercising of some or other of those gifts. All the members of the Body haue their proper and distinct offices, according as they haue their proper and distinct faculties ; those very Gifts you have received, Are a Real Call, pursuing you with continual restless importunity, till you have disposed your selves in Some honest course of life or other, wherein you may be profitable to humane society, by the exercising of Some or other of those Gifts. All the members of the Body have their proper and distinct Offices, according as they have their proper and distinct faculties; d j n2 pn22 vhb vvn, vbr dt j n1, vvg pn22 p-acp j j n1, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 cc n-jn, c-crq pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp j n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f d cc n-jn pp-f d n2. d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb po32 j cc j n2, vvg c-acp pns32 vhb po32 j cc j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1267 and from those offices they haue also their proper and distinct names. As then in the Body, that is indeed no member, which cannot call it selfe by any other name, and from those Offices they have also their proper and distinct names. As then in the Body, that is indeed no member, which cannot call it self by any other name, cc p-acp d n2 pns32 vhb av po32 j cc j n2. c-acp av p-acp dt n1, cst vbz av dx n1, r-crq vmbx vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1268 than by the common name of a member: so in the Church, he that cannot stile himselfe by any other name than a Christian, doth indeed but vsurp that too. than by the Common name of a member: so in the Church, he that cannot style himself by any other name than a Christian, does indeed but usurp that too. cs p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: av p-acp dt n1, pns31 cst vmbx n1 px31 p-acp d j-jn n1 cs dt njp, vdz av p-acp vvi cst av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 110
1269 If thou sayest, thou art of the body: I demand then, What is thy office in the body? If thou hast no office in the body: If thou Sayest, thou art of the body: I demand then, What is thy office in the body? If thou hast no office in the body: cs pns21 vv2, pns21 vb2r pp-f dt n1: pns11 vvb av, q-crq vbz po21 n1 p-acp dt n1? cs pns21 vh2 dx n1 p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 110
1270 then thou art at the best, but Tumor praeter naturam (as Physitians call them) a scab, or botch, or wenne, or some other monstrous and vnnaturall exerescency vpon the body; then thou art At the best, but Tumor praeter naturam (as Physicians call them) a scab, or botch, or wen, or Some other monstrous and unnatural exerescency upon the body; cs pns21 vb2r p-acp dt js, cc-acp n1 fw-la fw-la (c-acp n2 vvb pno32) dt n1, cc vvb, cc n1, cc d j-jn j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 110
1271 but certainely thou art no true part and member of the body. but Certainly thou art no true part and member of the body. cc-acp av-j pns21 vb2r dx j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 110
1272 And if thou art no part of the body, how darest thou make challenge to the head, by mis-calling thy selfe Christian? If thou hast a Gift, get a Calling. And if thou art no part of the body, how Darest thou make challenge to the head, by miscalling thy self Christian? If thou hast a Gift, get a Calling. cc cs pns21 vb2r dx vvb pp-f dt n1, c-crq vv2 pns21 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp j po21 n1 np1? cs pns21 vh2 dt n1, vvb dt vvg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 110
1273 Fourthly, we of the Clergy, though wee may not ingrosse the Spirit vnto our selues, as if none were spirituall persons but oue selues: Fourthly, we of the Clergy, though we may not engross the Spirit unto our selves, as if none were spiritual Persons but oue selves: ord, pns12 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp cs pi vbdr j n2 p-acp crd n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1274 yet the voyce of the World hath long giuen vs the Name of the Spiritualtie after a peculiar sort; yet the voice of the World hath long given us the Name of the Spiritualty After a peculiar sort; av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz av-j vvn pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1275 as if we were spirituall persons in some different singular respect from other men. as if we were spiritual Persons in Some different singular respect from other men. c-acp cs pns12 vbdr j n2 p-acp d j j n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1276 And that not altogether without ground, both for the name, and thing. The very name seemeth to be thus vsed by Saint Paul in the 14. Chapter following, where at vers 37 he maketh a Prophet and a Spirituall man all one, (and by prophecying, in that whole Chapter hee meaneth Preaching: If any man thinke himselfe to be a Prophet, either spirituall, let him acknowledge, &c. But howsoeuer it be for the title ; And that not altogether without ground, both for the name, and thing. The very name seems to be thus used by Saint Paul in the 14. Chapter following, where At vers 37 he makes a Prophet and a Spiritual man all one, (and by prophesying, in that Whole Chapter he means Preaching: If any man think himself to be a Prophet, either spiritual, let him acknowledge, etc. But howsoever it be for the title; cc cst xx av p-acp n1, av-d p-acp dt n1, cc n1. dt j vvb vvz pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp n1 np1 p-acp dt crd n1 vvg, c-crq p-acp fw-la crd pns31 vvz dt n1 cc dt j n1 d pi, (cc p-acp vvg, p-acp d j-jn n1 pns31 vvz vvg: cs d n1 vvb px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1, d j, vvb pno31 vvi, av p-acp c-acp pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1277 the thing it selfe hath very sufficient ground from that forme of speech, which was vsed by our blessed Sauiour, the thing it self hath very sufficient ground from that Form of speech, which was used by our blessed Saviour, dt n1 pn31 n1 vhz av j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp po12 j-vvn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1278 when hee conferred the Ministeriall power vpon his Disciples, and is still vsed in our Church at the collation of Holy Orders, Accipite spiritum sanctum, Receiue the holy Ghost. when he conferred the Ministerial power upon his Disciples, and is still used in our Church At the collation of Holy Order, Accipite spiritum sanctum, Receive the holy Ghost. c-crq pns31 vvd dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vbz av vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvb dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1279 Since then at our admission into holy Orders wee receiue a spirituall power by the imposition of hands, which others haue not; Since then At our admission into holy Order we receive a spiritual power by the imposition of hands, which Others have not; c-acp av p-acp po12 n1 p-acp j n1 pns12 vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq n2-jn vhb xx; (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1280 wee may thenceforth be iustly stiled spirituall persons. The thing for which I note it, is, that wee should therefore endeauour our selues NONLATINALPHABET, we may thenceforth be justly styled spiritual Persons. The thing for which I note it, is, that we should Therefore endeavour our selves, pns12 vmb av vbi av-j vvn j n2. dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb pn31, vbz, cst pns12 vmd av vvi po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1281 so to stir vp those spirituall gifts that are in vs; so to stir up those spiritual Gifts that Are in us; av pc-acp vvi a-acp d j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno12; (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1282 as that by the eminencie thereof aboue that which is in ordinary temporall men, we may shew our selues to be indeed, what wee are in name, spirituall persons. If we be of the Spiritualtie, there would be in vs another gates manifestation of the Spirit, than is ordinarily to be found in the Temporaltie. God forbid I should censure all them for intruders into the Ministery, that are not gifted for the Pulpit. as that by the eminency thereof above that which is in ordinary temporal men, we may show our selves to be indeed, what we Are in name, spiritual Persons. If we be of the Spiritualty, there would be in us Another gates manifestation of the Spirit, than is ordinarily to be found in the Temporalty. God forbid I should censure all them for intruders into the Ministry, that Are not gifted for the Pulpit. c-acp cst p-acp dt n1 av p-acp d r-crq vbz p-acp j j n2, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi av, r-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1, j n2. cs pns12 vbb pp-f dt n1, a-acp vmd vbi p-acp pno12 j-jn n2 n1 pp-f dt n1, cs vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. np1 vvb pns11 vmd vvi d pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cst vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1283 The seuerest censurers of Non-preaching Ministers, if they had liued in the beginning of the Reformation, must haue been content, The Severest censurers of Nonpreaching Ministers, if they had lived in the beginning of the Reformation, must have been content, dt js n2 pp-f j n2, cs pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vmb vhi vbn j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1284 as the times then stood, to haue admitted of some thousands of non-preaching Ministers, or else haue denied many Parishes and Congregations in England the benefit of so much as bare reading. And I take this to bee a safe Rule : as the times then stood, to have admitted of Some thousands of Nonpreaching Ministers, or Else have denied many Parishes and Congregations in England the benefit of so much as bore reading. And I take this to be a safe Rule: c-acp dt n2 av vvd, pc-acp vhi vvn pp-f d crd pp-f j n2, cc av vhb vvn d n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f av av-d c-acp j vvg. cc pns11 vvb d pc-acp vbi dt j vvi: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1285 Whatsoeuer thing the helpe of any circumstances can make lawfull at any time, that thing may not be condemned as vniuersally, and de toto genere vnlawfull. Whatsoever thing the help of any Circumstances can make lawful At any time, that thing may not be condemned as universally, and de toto genere unlawful. r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmb vvi j p-acp d n1, cst n1 vmb xx vbi vvn a-acp av-j, cc fw-fr fw-la fw-la j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1286 I iudge no mans conscience then, or calling, who is in the Ministery; be his gifts neuer so slender: I judge no men conscience then, or calling, who is in the Ministry; be his Gifts never so slender: pns11 vvb dx ng1 n1 av, cc vvg, r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1; vbb po31 n2 av-x av j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1287 I dare not denie him the benefit of his Clergie, if he can but reade: if his owne heart condemne him not, neither doe I. But yet this I say; I Dare not deny him the benefit of his Clergy, if he can but read: if his own heart condemn him not, neither do I. But yet this I say; pns11 vvb xx vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cs pns31 vmb p-acp vvi: cs po31 d n1 vvi pno31 xx, av-dx vdb pns11. p-acp av d pns11 vvb; (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1288 As the Times now are, wherein learning aboundeth euen vnto wantonnesse ; As the Times now Are, wherein learning Aboundeth even unto wantonness; c-acp dt n2 av vbr, c-crq vvg vvz av-j p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 112
1289 and wherein the world is full of questions, and controuersies, and nouelties, and niceties in Religion ; and wherein the world is full of questions, and controversies, and novelties, and niceties in Religion; cc c-crq dt n1 vbz j pp-f n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2 p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 112
1290 and wherein most of our Gentrie, very women and all (by the aduantage of long Peace, and the custome of moderne education, together with the helpe of a multitude of English books and translations) are able to look through the ignorance of a Clergy-man, and censure it, and wherein most of our Gentry, very women and all (by the advantage of long Peace, and the custom of modern education, together with the help of a multitude of English books and Translations) Are able to look through the ignorance of a Clergyman, and censure it, cc c-crq av-ds pp-f po12 n1, j n2 cc d (p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f jp n2 cc n2) vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvb pn31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 112
1291 if he bee tripping in any point of Historie, Cosmography, Morall or Natural Philosophy, Diuinity, or the Artes ; if he be tripping in any point of History, Cosmography, Moral or Natural Philosophy, Divinity, or the Arts; cs pns31 vbi vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, n1, j cc j n1, n1, cc dt n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 112
1292 yea, and to chastice his very method and phrase, if hee speake loosely, or impertinently, or but improperly, and if euery thing bee not point-vise : yea, and to chastise his very method and phrase, if he speak loosely, or impertinently, or but improperly, and if every thing be not point-vise: uh, cc pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 cc n1, cs pns31 vvb av-j, cc av-j, cc p-acp av-j, cc cs d n1 vbi xx j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 112
1293 I say as these times are, I would not haue a Clergie-man content himselfe with euery mediocritie of gifts; I say as these times Are, I would not have a Clergyman content himself with every mediocrity of Gifts; pns11 vvb p-acp d n2 vbr, pns11 vmd xx vhi dt n1 vvi px31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 112
1294 but by his prayers, care, and industrie improue those he hath, so as he may be able vpon good occasion, to import a spirituall gift to the people of God, whereby they may be established, and to speake with such vnderstanding, but by his Prayers, care, and industry improve those he hath, so as he may be able upon good occasion, to import a spiritual gift to the people of God, whereby they may be established, and to speak with such understanding, cc-acp p-acp po31 n2, n1, cc n1 vvb d pns31 vhz, av c-acp pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp j n1, p-acp n1 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc p-acp vvb p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 112
1295 and sufficiencie, and pertinencie (especially when he hath iust warning, and a conuenient time to prepare himselfe,) in some good measure of proportion to the quicknesse and ripenesse of these present times, and sufficiency, and pertinency (especially when he hath just warning, and a convenient time to prepare himself,) in Some good measure of proportion to the quickness and ripeness of these present times, cc n1, cc n1 (av-j c-crq pns31 vhz j vvg, cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi px31,) p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 112
1296 as that they that loue not his coate may yet approue his labours, and not find any thing therein whereat iustly to quarrell: as that they that love not his coat may yet approve his labours, and not find any thing therein whereat justly to quarrel: c-acp cst pns32 cst vvb xx po31 n1 vmb av vvi po31 n2, cc xx vvi d n1 av c-crq av-j p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 112
1297 Shewing in his doctrine (as our Apostle writeth to Titus) vncorruptnesse, grauitie, seueritie, sound speech that cannot be condemned, that he that is of the contrarie part may be ashamed, hauing no euill thing to say of him. Showing in his Doctrine (as our Apostle Writeth to Titus) uncorruptness, gravity, severity, found speech that cannot be condemned, that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of him. vvg p-acp po31 n1 (p-acp po12 n1 vvz p-acp np1) n1, n1, n1, j n1 cst vmbx vbi vvn, cst pns31 cst vbz pp-f dt j-jn n1 vmb vbi j, vhg dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 112
1298 They that are called spirituall persons, should striue to answer that name by a more than ordinary manifestation of spiritual gifts. They that Are called spiritual Persons, should strive to answer that name by a more than ordinary manifestation of spiritual Gifts. pns32 d vbr vvn j n2, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt av-dc cs j n1 pp-f j n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 113
1299 And thus much shall suffice vs to haue spoken concerning the name and nature of these spiritual gifts, by occasion of the title here giuen them, The manifestation of the Spirit. And thus much shall suffice us to have spoken Concerning the name and nature of these spiritual Gifts, by occasion of the title Here given them, The manifestation of the Spirit. cc av d vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vhi vvn vvg dt vvb cc n1 pp-f d j n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn pno32, dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 113
1300 Consider we next, and in the second place, the conueyance of these gifts ouer vnto vs; Consider we next, and in the second place, the conveyance of these Gifts over unto us; vvb po12 ord, cc p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 pp-f d n2 a-acp p-acp pno12; (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 113
1301 how wee come to haue propertie in them, and by what right we can call them ours. how we come to have property in them, and by what right we can call them ours. c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno32, cc p-acp r-crq n-jn pns12 vmb vvi pno32 png12. (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 113
1302 The Conueyance is by deed of gift ; the manifestation of the Spirit is giuen to euery man. The Conveyance is by deed of gift; the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man. dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 113
1303 Vnderstand it not to be so much intended here, that euery particular man hath the manifestation of the Spirit, (though that may also bee true in some sense;) as that euery man, that hath the manifestation of the Spirit, hath it giuen him, Understand it not to be so much intended Here, that every particular man hath the manifestation of the Spirit, (though that may also be true in Some sense;) as that every man, that hath the manifestation of the Spirit, hath it given him, vvb pn31 xx pc-acp vbi av av-d vvn av, cst d j n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (cs d vmb av vbi j p-acp d n1;) p-acp d d n1, cst vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vhz pn31 vvn pno31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 113
1304 and giuen him withal to this end, that he may do good with it. Like as when we say, Euery man learneth to reade before he learne to write; and given him withal to this end, that he may do good with it. Like as when we say, Every man learneth to read before he Learn to write; cc vvn pno31 av p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vdi j p-acp pn31. j c-acp c-crq pns12 vvb, d n1 vvz pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi; (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 113
1305 it is no part of our meaning to signifie each particular person so to doe, (for there be many, that learne neither of both;) but wee onely entend to shew the receiued order of the things to be such, it is no part of our meaning to signify each particular person so to do, (for there be many, that Learn neither of both;) but we only intend to show the received order of the things to be such, pn31 vbz dx n1 pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi d j n1 av pc-acp vdi, (c-acp a-acp vbb d, cst vvb dx pp-f d;) cc-acp pns12 av-j vvi pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vbi d, (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 113
1306 as that euery man that learneth both, learneth that first. As wee conceiue his meaning, who directing vs the way to such or such a place, should tell vs, Euery man rideth this way; as that every man that learneth both, learneth that First. As we conceive his meaning, who directing us the Way to such or such a place, should tell us, Every man rides this Way; c-acp cst d n1 cst vvz av-d, vvz d ord. c-acp pns12 vvb po31 n1, r-crq vvg pno12 dt n1 p-acp d cc d dt n1, vmd vvi pno12, d n1 vvz d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 113
1307 and as wee conceiue of that speech of the Ruler of the Feast in the Gospell, Euery man at the beginning setteth forth good Wine, and as we conceive of that speech of the Ruler of the Feast in the Gospel, Every man At the beginning sets forth good Wine, cc c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, d n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz av j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 113
1308 and then after that which is worse ; and then After that which is Worse; cc av p-acp d r-crq vbz av-jc; (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 113
1309 though there be many thousand men in the world that neuer rode that way, or had occasion to set forth any Wine at all, either better or worse: though there be many thousand men in the world that never road that Way, or had occasion to Set forth any Wine At all, either better or Worse: cs pc-acp vbb d crd n2 p-acp dt n1 cst av-x vvd d n1, cc vhd n1 pc-acp vvi av d n1 p-acp d, av-d jc cc av-jc: (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 114
1310 very so ought we to conceiue the meaning of the vniuersall particle Euery man both in this, very so ought we to conceive the meaning of the universal particle Every man both in this, av av vmd pns12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 d n1 av-d p-acp d, (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 114
1311 and in many other like speeches in the Scriptures; with due limitations, according to the tenor and purpose of the thing spoken of. and in many other like Speeches in the Scriptures; with due limitations, according to the tenor and purpose of the thing spoken of. cc p-acp d j-jn j n2 p-acp dt n2; p-acp j-jn n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn pp-f. (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 114
1312 It mattereth not then, as to the intent of this present speech (be it true, be it false otherwise,) whether euery man haue receiued a spiritual gift, or no: It mattereth not then, as to the intent of this present speech (be it true, be it false otherwise,) whither every man have received a spiritual gift, or no: pn31 vvz xx av, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 (vbi pn31 j, vbb pn31 j av,) cs d n1 vhb vvn dt j n1, cc dx: (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 114
1313 only thus much is directly intended, that euery man who hath receiued such a gift, hath receiued it by way of gift. All spirituall graces, all those dispositions, habits, and abilities of the vnderstanding part, from which the Church of God may receiue edification in any kind, together with all the secondary and inferiour helpes that any way conduce thereunto, they are all the good gifts of God. only thus much is directly intended, that every man who hath received such a gift, hath received it by Way of gift. All spiritual graces, all those dispositions, habits, and abilities of the understanding part, from which the Church of God may receive edification in any kind, together with all the secondary and inferior helps that any Way conduce thereunto, they Are all the good Gifts of God. av-j av d vbz av-j vvn, cst d n1 r-crq vhz vvn d dt n1, vhz vvn pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. d j n2, d d n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n1, av p-acp d dt j cc j-jn vvz cst d n1 vvi av, pns32 vbr d dt j n2 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 114
1314 [ The manifestation of the Spirit is giuen to euery man. ] [ The manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man. ] [ dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1. ] (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 114
1315 The variety, both of the gifts meete for seuerall offices, and of the offices wherein to employ those gifts, is wonderfull: The variety, both of the Gifts meet for several Offices, and of the Offices wherein to employ those Gifts, is wonderful: dt n1, d pp-f dt n2 vvb p-acp j n2, cc pp-f dt n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi d n2, vbz j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 114
1316 and no lesse wonderfull the distribution of both gifts, and offices. and no less wonderful the distribution of both Gifts, and Offices. cc dx av-dc j dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 114
1317 But all that varietie is deriued from one and the same fountaine, the holy Spirit of God: But all that variety is derived from one and the same fountain, the holy Spirit of God: p-acp d cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp crd cc dt d n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 114
1318 and all those distributions passe vnto vs by one and the same way, of most free and liberall donation. Haue all the Word of Wisdome? Haue all the Word of Knowledge? Haue all Faith ? Haue all Prophecy ? or any other spirituall grace? No; they haue not: and all those distributions pass unto us by one and the same Way, of most free and liberal donation. Have all the Word of Wisdom? Have all the Word of Knowledge? Have all Faith? Have all Prophecy? or any other spiritual grace? No; they have not: cc d d n2 vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp crd cc dt d n1, pp-f ds j cc j n1. vhb d dt n1 pp-f n1? vhb d dt n1 pp-f n1? vhb d n1? vhb d n1? cc d j-jn j n1? uh-dx; pns32 vhb xx: (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 114
1319 but to one the Word of Wisedome, the Word of Knowledge to another, and to others other gifts. but to one the Word of Wisdom, the Word of Knowledge to Another, and to Others other Gifts. cc-acp pc-acp pi dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn, cc p-acp n2-jn j-jn n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 114
1320 There is both variety you see, and distribution of these graces. There is both variety you see, and distribution of these graces. pc-acp vbz d n1 pn22 vvb, cc n1 pp-f d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1321 But yet there is the same Author of them, and the same manner of communicating them: But yet there is the same Author of them, and the same manner of communicating them: p-acp av pc-acp vbz dt d n1 pp-f pno32, cc dt d n1 pp-f vvg pno32: (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1322 For to one is giuen by the Spirit the Word of Wisedome; to another the Word of Knowledge by the same Spirit, and to others, other graces; For to one is given by the Spirit the Word of Wisdom; to Another the Word of Knowledge by the same Spirit, and to Others, other graces; c-acp p-acp crd vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp j-jn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt d n1, cc p-acp n2-jn, j-jn n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1323 but they are all from the same Spirit, and they are all giuen. And as the gifts, so the offices too. but they Are all from the same Spirit, and they Are all given. And as the Gifts, so the Offices too. cc-acp pns32 vbr d p-acp dt d n1, cc pns32 vbr d vvn. cc p-acp dt n2, av dt n2 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1324 To that question in vers. 29. Are all Apostles? are all Prophets? are all Teachers ? Answer may be made, as before, negatiuely, No; they are not: To that question in vers. 29. are all Apostles? Are all prophets? Are all Teachers? Answer may be made, as before, negatively, No; they Are not: p-acp d n1 p-acp fw-la. crd vbr d n2? vbr d n2? vbr d n2? n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp a-acp, av-j, uh-dx; pns32 vbr xx: (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1325 but some Apostles, and some Prophets, and some Teachers. There is the like variety, and distribution, as before: but Some Apostles, and Some prophets, and Some Teachers. There is the like variety, and distribution, as before: cc-acp d n2, cc d n2, cc d n2. pc-acp vbz dt j n1, cc n1, c-acp a-acp: (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1326 but withal, the same Doner, & the same donation, as before. For he gaue some Apostles, and some Prophets, and some Pastors and Teachers: but withal, the same Doner, & the same donation, as before. For he gave Some Apostles, and Some prophets, and Some Pastors and Teachers: cc-acp av, dt d n1, cc dt d n1, c-acp a-acp. p-acp pns31 vvd d n2, cc d n2, cc d ng1 cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1327 Ephes. 4. And God hath set some in the Church; first, Apostles; secondarily, Prophets; Ephesians 4. And God hath Set Some in the Church; First, Apostles; secondarily, prophets; np1 crd cc np1 vhz vvn d p-acp dt n1; ord, np1; av-j, n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1328 thirdly, Teachers, &c. beneath at vers. 28. Both gifts and offices, as they are à Deo, for the Author; Thirdly, Teachers, etc. beneath At vers. 28. Both Gifts and Offices, as they Are à God, for the Author; ord, n2, av a-acp p-acp zz. crd av-d n2 cc n2, c-acp pns32 vbr fw-fr fw-la, p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1329 so they are ex dono, for the manner: so they Are ex Dono, for the manner: av pns32 vbr fw-la fw-it, p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1330 from God, and by way of gift. If we had no other, the very names they carry, from God, and by Way of gift. If we had no other, the very names they carry, p-acp np1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1. cs pns12 vhd dx j-jn, dt j n2 pns32 vvb, (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1331 like the superscription vpon Caesars peny, were a sufficient proofe, from whom wee first had them. like the superscription upon Caesars penny, were a sufficient proof, from whom we First had them. av-j dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, vbdr dt j n1, p-acp ro-crq pns12 ord vhn pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1332 When wee call them NONLATINALPHABET, Gratias gratis datas, Gifts, and Graces, and Manifestations of the Spirit ; When we call them, Gratias gratis datas, Gifts, and Graces, and Manifestations of the Spirit; c-crq pns12 vvb pno32, fw-la av fw-la, n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 115
1333 doe wee not by the vse of those very names confesse the receipt ? For what more free than gift ? and what lesse of debt or desert, than grace ? Heathen men indeed called the best of their perfections, NONLATINALPHABET, Habits: but Saint Iames hath taught Christians a fitter name for ours, NONLATINALPHABET, Gifts. They saw they had them, and looked no farther: do we not by the use of those very names confess the receipt? For what more free than gift? and what less of debt or desert, than grace? Heathen men indeed called the best of their perfections,, Habits: but Saint James hath taught Christians a fitter name for ours,, Gifts. They saw they had them, and looked no farther: vdb pns12 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 vvb dt n1? p-acp r-crq av-dc j cs n1? cc q-crq dc pp-f n1 cc n1, cs vvb? j-jn n2 av vvn dt js pp-f po32 n2,, n2: p-acp n1 np1 vhz vvn njpg2 dt jc n1 p-acp png12,, n2. pns32 vvd pns32 vhd pno32, cc vvd av-dx av-jc: (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 116
1334 but we must know, as that we haue them, so as well how wee came by them. but we must know, as that we have them, so as well how we Come by them. cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi, c-acp cst pns12 vhb pno32, av c-acp av c-crq pns12 vvd p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 116
1335 And therefore this Apostle aboue at Chap. 4. ioyneth the hauing and the receipt together; as if he would haue vs behold them vno intuitu, and at once. And Therefore this Apostle above At Chap. 4. Joineth the having and the receipt together; as if he would have us behold them vno intuitu, and At once. cc av d n1 a-acp p-acp np1 crd vvz dt vhg cc dt n1 av; c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi pno12 vvi pno32 fw-la fw-la, cc p-acp a-acp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 116
1336 [ Quid habes, quod non accepisti? what hast thou, that thou hast not receiued? [ Quid habes, quod non accepisti? what hast thou, that thou hast not received? [ fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la? q-crq vh2 pns21, cst pns21 vh2 xx vvn? (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 116
1337 Possibly, thou wilt alledge thy excellent naturall parts ; these were not giuen thee, but thou broughtest them into the world with thee: Possibly, thou wilt allege thy excellent natural parts; these were not given thee, but thou Broughtest them into the world with thee: av-j, pns21 vm2 vvi po21 j j n2; d vbdr xx vvn pno21, cc-acp pns21 vvd2 pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno21: (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 116
1338 or thou wilt vouch what thou hast attained to by art and industry ; or thou wilt vouch what thou hast attained to by art and industry; cc pns21 vm2 vvi r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 116
1339 and these were not giuen thee, but thou hast wonne them proprio Marte, and therefore well deseruest to weare them. Deceiue not thy selfe: and these were not given thee, but thou hast won them Properly Mars, and Therefore well deservest to wear them. Deceive not thy self: cc d vbdr xx vvn pno21, cc-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 n1 np1, cc av av vv2 p-acp vvb pno32. vvb xx po21 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 116
1340 it is neither so, nor so. Our Apostle in the place now last mentioned, cutteth off all such Challenges. it is neither so, nor so. Our Apostle in the place now last mentioned, cutteth off all such Challenges. pn31 vbz av-dx av, ccx av. po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 av ord vvd, vvz a-acp d d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 116
1341 [ Quis te discreuit? Who made thee to differ from another? ] Say there were, (as there is not) such a difference in and from Nature as thou conceiuest; [ Quis te discreuit? Who made thee to differ from Another? ] Say there were, (as there is not) such a difference in and from Nature as thou conceivest; [ fw-la fw-la fw-la? r-crq vvd pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn? ] vvb a-acp vbdr, (c-acp pc-acp vbz xx) d dt n1 p-acp cc p-acp n1 c-acp pns21 vv2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 116
1342 yet still in the last resolution there must be a receipt acknowledged: for euen Nature it selfe in the last resolution is of Grace ; for God gaue thee that. yet still in the last resolution there must be a receipt acknowledged: for even Nature it self in the last resolution is of Grace; for God gave thee that. av av p-acp dt ord n1 a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvn: c-acp av n1 pn31 n1 p-acp dt ord n1 vbz pp-f vvb; p-acp np1 vvd pno21 d. (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 116
1343 Or, say there were (as there is not) such a difference of desert, as thou pretendest; Or, say there were (as there is not) such a difference of desert, as thou pretendest; cc, vvb a-acp vbdr (c-acp pc-acp vbz xx) d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns21 vv2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 116
1344 yet still that were to be acknowledged as a gift too: yet still that were to be acknowledged as a gift too: av av cst vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 av: (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 116
1345 for God gaue thee that power whatsoeuer it was, whereby thou hast attained to whatsoeuer thou hast. But the truth is; for God gave thee that power whatsoever it was, whereby thou hast attained to whatsoever thou hast. But the truth is; c-acp np1 vvd pno21 d n1 r-crq pn31 vbds, c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp r-crq pns21 vh2. p-acp dt n1 vbz; (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 116
1346 the difference that is in men in regard of these gifts and abilities, ariseth neither from the power of nature, nor from the merit of labour ; the difference that is in men in regard of these Gifts and abilities, arises neither from the power of nature, nor from the merit of labour; dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n2 p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, vvz av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, ccx p-acp dt vvb pp-f vvb; (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1347 otherwise than as God is pleased to vse these as second causes vnder him: otherwise than as God is pleased to use these as second Causes under him: av cs p-acp np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d c-acp ord n2 p-acp pno31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1348 but it commeth meerely from the good will and pleasure of that free spirit, which bloweth where, but it comes merely from the good will and pleasure of that free Spirit, which blows where, cc-acp pn31 vvz av-j p-acp dt j vmb cc n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vvz c-crq, (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1349 and when, and how he listeth; and when, and how he lists; cc c-crq, cc c-crq pns31 vvz; (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1350 diuiding his graces to euery man seuerally as he will, (at the eleuenth) and as it hath pleased him, (at verse 18. of this Chapter.) Nature is a necessary agent, dividing his graces to every man severally as he will, (At the Eleventh) and as it hath pleased him, (At verse 18. of this Chapter.) Nature is a necessary agent, vvg po31 n2 p-acp d n1 av-j c-acp pns31 vmb, (p-acp dt ord) cc p-acp pn31 vhz vvn pno31, (p-acp n1 crd pp-f d n1.) n1 vbz dt j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1351 and, if not either hindered by some inferiour impediment, or ouer-ruled by some higher power, worketh alwayes alike, and, if not either hindered by Some inferior impediment, or overruled by Some higher power, works always alike, cc, cs xx d vvn p-acp d j-jn n1, cc vvd p-acp d jc n1, vvz av av-j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1352 and produceth the same effects in all indiuiduals of the same kinde: and Produceth the same effects in all individuals of the same kind: cc vvz dt d n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt d n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1353 and how is it possible shee should make a difference, that knoweth none? And as for Desert ; and how is it possible she should make a difference, that Knoweth none? And as for Desert; cc q-crq vbz pn31 j pns31 vmd vvi dt n1, cst vvz pi? cc c-acp p-acp j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1354 there is indeed no such thing: and therefore it can worke nothing. For can God be a debtor to any man. there is indeed no such thing: and Therefore it can work nothing. For can God be a debtor to any man. pc-acp vbz av dx d n1: cc av pn31 vmb vvi pix. p-acp n1 np1 vbb dt n1 p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1355 or hath any man giuen to him first, that it might bee recompenced him againe? As a lumpe of Clay lyeth before the Potter ; or hath any man given to him First, that it might be recompensed him again? As a lump of Clay lies before the Potter; cc vhz d n1 vvn p-acp pno31 ord, cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn pno31 av? p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1356 so is all mankinde in the hand of God. so is all mankind in the hand of God. av vbz d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1357 The Potter at his pleasure, out of that lumpe frameth vessels of all sorts, of different shape, proportion, strength, finenesse, capacitie; The Potter At his pleasure, out of that lump frameth vessels of all sorts, of different shape, proportion, strength, fineness, capacity; dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, av pp-f d n1 vvz n2 pp-f d n2, pp-f j n1, n1, n1, n1, n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1358 as he thinketh good, vnto the seuerall vses, for which hee intendeth them. as he Thinketh good, unto the several uses, for which he intends them. c-acp pns31 vvz j, p-acp dt j n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1359 So God after the good pleasure of his owne will, out of mankinde, as out of an vntoward lumpe of clay, (all of the same price, equall in nature and desert, ) maketh vp vessels for the vse of his Sanctuary; So God After the good pleasure of his own will, out of mankind, as out of an untoward lump of clay, (all of the same price, equal in nature and desert,) makes up vessels for the use of his Sanctuary; np1 np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n1, av pp-f n1, c-acp av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1, (av-d pp-f dt d n1, j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1,) vvz p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1360 by fitting seuerall men with seuerall gifts, more or lesse, greater or meaner, better or worse, according to the difference of those offices and employments, for which he intendeth them. by fitting several men with several Gifts, more or less, greater or meaner, better or Worse, according to the difference of those Offices and employments, for which he intends them. p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp j n2, dc cc av-dc, jc cc jc, jc cc av-jc, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 117
1361 It is not the Clay, but the Potter, that maketh the difference there: It is not the Clay, but the Potter, that makes the difference there: pn31 vbz xx dt n1, p-acp dt n1, cst vvz dt n1 a-acp: (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 118
1362 neither is it any thing in man, but the Spirit of God, that maketh the difference here. neither is it any thing in man, but the Spirit of God, that makes the difference Here. av-dx vbz pn31 d n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz dt n1 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 118
1363 Whatsoeuer spirituall abilities wee haue, we haue them of gift, and by grace. The manifestation of the spirit is giuen to eueryman. Whatsoever spiritual abilities we have, we have them of gift, and by grace. The manifestation of the Spirit is given to everyman. r-crq j n2 pns12 vhb, pns12 vhb pno32 pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 118
1364 A point of very fruitfull consideration for men of all form; whether they bee of greater, or of meaner gifts. A point of very fruitful consideration for men of all from; whither they be of greater, or of meaner Gifts. dt n1 pp-f av j n1 p-acp n2 pp-f d n1; cs pns32 vbb pp-f jc, cc pp-f jc n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 118
1365 And first, all of vs generally may hence take two profitable directions: the one, if we haue any vsefull gifts, whom to thanks for them; And First, all of us generally may hence take two profitable directions: the one, if we have any useful Gifts, whom to thanks for them; cc ord, d pp-f pno12 av-j vmb av vvi crd j n2: dt crd, cs pns12 vhb d j n2, r-crq p-acp n2 p-acp pno32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 118
1366 the other, if we want any needfull gifts, where to seeke for them. Whatsoeuer manifestation of the spirit thou hast, it is giuen thee: the other, if we want any needful Gifts, where to seek for them. Whatsoever manifestation of the Spirit thou hast, it is given thee: dt j-jn, cs pns12 vvb d j n2, c-crq p-acp vvb p-acp pno32. r-crq n1 pp-f dt n1 pns21 vh2, pn31 vbz vvn pno21: (9) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 118
1367 and to whom can thy thankes for it be due, but to the Giuer ? Sacrifice not to thine owne nets, either of Nature, of Endeuour, as if these Abilities were the manifestations of thine owne spirit: and to whom can thy thanks for it be due, but to the Giver? Sacrifice not to thine own nets, either of Nature, of Endeavour, as if these Abilities were the manifestations of thine own Spirit: cc p-acp ro-crq vmb po21 n2 p-acp pn31 vbb j-jn, cc-acp p-acp dt n1? n1 xx p-acp po21 d n2, d pp-f n1, pp-f vvb, c-acp cs d n2 vbdr dt n2 pp-f po21 d n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 118
1368 but enlarge thy heart to magnifie the goodnesse and bounty of him, who is Pater spirituum, the Father of the spirits of all flesh, but enlarge thy heart to magnify the Goodness and bounty of him, who is Pater spirituum, the Father of the spirits of all Flesh, cc-acp vvb po21 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31, r-crq vbz fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 118
1369 and hath wrought those graces in thee by communicating his spirit vnto thee. and hath wrought those graces in thee by communicating his Spirit unto thee. cc vhz vvn d n2 p-acp pno21 p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp pno21. (9) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 118
1370 If thou shinest as a starre in the firmament of the Church, whether of a greater or lesser magnitude, (as one starre differeth from another in glory ;) remember thou shinest but by a borrowed light from him, who is Pater luminum, the Father and fountaine of all lights, If thou shinest as a star in the firmament of the Church, whither of a greater or lesser magnitude, (as one star differeth from Another in glory;) Remember thou shinest but by a borrowed Light from him, who is Pater Luminum, the Father and fountain of all lights, cs pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pp-f dt jc cc jc n1, (c-acp crd n1 vvz p-acp j-jn p-acp n1;) vvb pns21 vv2 cc-acp p-acp dt vvd j p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz fw-la fw-la, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 118
1371 as the Sunne in the firmament, from whom descendeth euery good gift, and euery perfect giuing. as the Sun in the firmament, from whom Descendeth every good gift, and every perfect giving. c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq vvz d j n1, cc d j vvg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 118
1372 Whatsoeuer Grace thou hast, it is giuen thee: therefore be thankfull to the Giuer. Whatsoever Grace thou hast, it is given thee: Therefore be thankful to the Giver. r-crq vvb pns21 vh2, pn31 vbz vvn pno21: av vbb j p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 118
1373 But if thou wantest any grace, or measure of grace, which seemeth needfull for thee in that station and calling wherein God hath set thee: But if thou Wantest any grace, or measure of grace, which seems needful for thee in that station and calling wherein God hath Set thee: cc-acp cs pns21 vv2 d vvi, cc vvb pp-f n1, r-crq vvz j p-acp pno21 p-acp d n1 cc vvg c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno21: (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1374 here is a second direction for thee, where to seeke it. euen from his hands, who alone can giue it. Here is a second direction for thee, where to seek it. even from his hands, who alone can give it. av vbz dt ord n1 p-acp pno21, c-crq p-acp vvb pn31. av p-acp po31 n2, r-crq av-j vmb vvi pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1375 If any man lacke wisedome (saith S. Iames) let him aske of God, that giueth to all men liberally; If any man lack Wisdom (Says S. James) let him ask of God, that gives to all men liberally; cs d n1 vvb n1 (vvz np1 np1) vvb pno31 vvi pp-f np1, cst vvz p-acp d n2 av-j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1376 and it shall bee giuen him. A large, and liberall promise; and it shall be given him. A large, and liberal promise; cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn pno31. dt j, cc j vvb; (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1377 but yet a promise most certaine, and full of comfortable assurance, prouided, it be vnderstood aright, viz. with these two necessarie Limitations: if God shall see it expedient ; but yet a promise most certain, and full of comfortable assurance, provided, it be understood aright, viz. with these two necessary Limitations: if God shall see it expedient; cc-acp av dt n1 ds j, cc j pp-f j n1, vvn, pn31 vbi vvn av, n1 p-acp d crd j n2: cs np1 vmb vvi pn31 j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1378 and if he pray for it as hee ought. Thou mayst pray with an humble and vpright affection, and if he pray for it as he ought. Thou Mayest pray with an humble and upright affection, cc cs pns31 vvb p-acp pn31 c-acp pns31 pi. pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt j cc av-j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1379 and put to thy best endeauours withall; and yet not obtaine the gift thou prayest for: and put to thy best endeavours withal; and yet not obtain the gift thou Prayest for: cc vvd p-acp po21 js n2 av; cc av xx vvi dt n1 pns21 vv2 p-acp: (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1380 because, being a common Grace, and not of absolute necessitie for saluation, it may bee in the wisedome of God (who best knoweth what is best, Because, being a Common Grace, and not of absolute necessity for salvation, it may be in the Wisdom of God (who best Knoweth what is best, c-acp, vbg dt j vvb, cc xx pp-f j n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq av-js vvz r-crq vbz js, (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1381 and when ) not expedient for thee, or not for his Church, at that time, and in that manner, or measure. and when) not expedient for thee, or not for his Church, At that time, and in that manner, or measure. cc c-crq) xx j p-acp pno21, cc xx p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1382 Necessarie Graces, such as are those of sanctification, pray for them absolutely, and thou shalt absolutely receiue them: Necessary Graces, such as Are those of sanctification, pray for them absolutely, and thou shalt absolutely receive them: j n2, d c-acp vbr d pp-f n1, vvb p-acp pno32 av-j, cc pns21 vm2 av-j vvi pno32: (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1383 there needeth no conditionall clause of Expediencie in thy prayers for them; because they can neuer bee inexpedient. But these may: there needs no conditional clause of Expediency in thy Prayers for them; Because they can never be inexpedient. But these may: a-acp vvz dx j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 n2 p-acp pno32; c-acp pns32 vmb av-x vbi j. p-acp d vmb: (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1384 and therefore as thou oughtest not to pray for them, but with all subiection of thy desires to his most holy and most wise appointments; and Therefore as thou Ought not to pray for them, but with all subjection of thy Desires to his most holy and most wise appointments; cc av c-acp pns21 vmd2 xx p-acp vvb p-acp pno32, cc-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f po21 n2 p-acp po31 av-ds j cc ds j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1385 so thou oughtest to take a denyall from him, not only contentedly, but euen thankfully, as a gracious fruite of his loue vnto thee, so thou Ought to take a denial from him, not only contentedly, but even thankfully, as a gracious fruit of his love unto thee, av pns21 vmd2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, xx av-j n1, p-acp j av-j, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno21, (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 119
1386 and a certaine signe of the inexpediency of the thing desired. But if it be expedient ; and a certain Signen of the inexpediency of the thing desired. But if it be expedient; cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd. cc-acp cs pn31 vbb j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 120
1387 it will not yet come for asking, vnlesse it bee asked aright. But let him pray in faith, saith S. Iames: Who so doth not, let not that man thinke to receiue any thing of the Lord. it will not yet come for asking, unless it be asked aright. But let him pray in faith, Says S. James: Who so does not, let not that man think to receive any thing of the Lord. pn31 vmb xx av vvn p-acp vvg, cs pn31 vbb vvn av. cc-acp vvb pno31 vvi p-acp n1, vvz n1 np1: r-crq av vdz xx, vvb xx d n1 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 120
1388 Now that man only prayeth in Faith, who looketh to receiue the thing he prayeth for, vpon such termes, as God hath promised to giue it: Now that man only Prayeth in Faith, who looks to receive the thing he Prayeth for, upon such terms, as God hath promised to give it: av cst n1 av-j vvz p-acp n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp, p-acp d n2, p-acp np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 120
1389 for Faith euer looketh to the Promise. And God hath not made vs any Promise of the End other than conditionall; for Faith ever looks to the Promise. And God hath not made us any Promise of the End other than conditional; c-acp n1 av vvz p-acp dt vvb. cc np1 vhz xx vvn pno12 d vvb pp-f dt vvb av-jn cs j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 120
1390 viz. vpon our conscionable vse of the appointed meanes. And the meanes which hee hath ordained both for the obtaining, and the improuing of spirituall Gifts, are study, and industry, and diligent meditation. Wee must not now looke, viz. upon our conscionable use of the appointed means. And the means which he hath ordained both for the obtaining, and the improving of spiritual Gifts, Are study, and industry, and diligent meditation. we must not now look, n1 p-acp po12 j vvb pp-f dt j-vvn n2. cc dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn d p-acp dt vvg, cc dt vvg pp-f j n2, vbr vvi, cc n1, cc j n1. pns12 vmb xx av vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 120
1391 as in the infancy of the Church, to haue the teats put into our mouthes, and to receiue spirituall graces by immediate infusion: That Manna, as one saith, was for the Wildernesse. But now the Church is possessed of the Land, as in the infancy of the Church, to have the teats put into our mouths, and to receive spiritual graces by immediate infusion: That Manna, as one Says, was for the Wilderness. But now the Church is possessed of the Land, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vhi dt n2 vvn p-acp po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp j n1: cst n1, p-acp pi vvz, vbds p-acp dt n1. p-acp av dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 120
1392 and growne to yeares of better strength; and grown to Years of better strength; cc vvn p-acp n2 pp-f jc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 120
1393 wee must plow, and sowe, and eate of the fruit of the Land, in the sweate of our faces: we must blow, and sow, and eat of the fruit of the Land, in the sweat of our faces: pns12 vmb vvi, cc vvi, cc vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 120
1394 and now hee that will not labour, he may thanke himselfe if hee haue not to eate. Hee prayeth but with an ouerly desire, and now he that will not labour, he may thank himself if he have not to eat. He Prayeth but with an overly desire, cc av pns31 cst vmb xx vvi, pns31 vmb vvi px31 cs pns31 vhb xx p-acp vvi. pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp dt av-j vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 120
1395 and not from the deepe of his heart, that will not bend his endeauours withall to obtaine what he desireth: and not from the deep of his heart, that will not bend his endeavours withal to obtain what he Desires: cc xx p-acp dt j-jn pp-f po31 n1, cst vmb xx vvi po31 n2 av pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz: (9) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 120
1396 of rather indeed hee prayeth not at all. of rather indeed he Prayeth not At all. pp-f av-c av pns31 vvz xx p-acp d. (9) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 120
1397 You may call it wishing and woulding, (and we haue Prouerbs against wishers and woulders ;) rather than Praying. Salomon accounteth the idle mans prayer no better; You may call it wishing and woulding, (and we have Proverbs against wishers and woulders;) rather than Praying. Solomon accounteth the idle men prayer no better; pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vvg cc vvg, (cc pns12 vhb n2 p-acp n2 cc n2;) av-c cs vvg. np1 vvz dt j ng1 n1 av-dx av-jc; (9) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 121
1398 and it thriueth accordingly with him: The saule of the sluggard lusteth, and hath nothing ; Prou. 13. To make all sure then, here is your course. and it thriveth accordingly with him: The saul of the sluggard Lusteth, and hath nothing; Prou. 13. To make all sure then, Here is your course. cc pn31 vvz av-vvg p-acp pno31: dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz, cc vhz pix; np1 crd pc-acp vvi d j av, av vbz po22 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 121
1399 Wrestle with God by your seruent prayers ; Wrestle with God by your servent Prayers; vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po22 n1 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 121
1400 and wrestle with him too by your faithfull endeuours: and hee will not for his Goodnesse sake, and wrestle with him too by your faithful endeavours: and he will not for his goodness sake, cc vvb p-acp pno31 av p-acp po22 j n2: cc pns31 vmb xx p-acp po31 n1 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 121
1401 and for his Promise sake he cannot, dismisse you without a blessing. But omit either; and the other is lost labour. Prayer without study, is Presumption ; and for his Promise sake he cannot, dismiss you without a blessing. But omit either; and the other is lost labour. Prayer without study, is Presumption; cc p-acp po31 vvb n1 pns31 vmbx, vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1. cc-acp vvb d; cc dt n-jn vbz vvn n1. n1 p-acp n1, vbz n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 121
1402 and study without Prayer, Atheisme: the one bootlesse ; and study without Prayer, Atheism: the one bootless; cc vvb p-acp n1, n1: dt crd j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 121
1403 the other fruitlesse. You take your bookes in vaine into your hands, if you turne them ouer, the other fruitless. You take your books in vain into your hands, if you turn them over, dt j-jn j. pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp j p-acp po22 n2, cs pn22 vvb pno32 a-acp, (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 121
1404 and neuer looke higher: and you take Gods name in vaine within your lips, if you cry Da Domine, and neuer stirre farther. The Ship is then like to be steered with best certaintie and successe; and never look higher: and you take God's name in vain within your lips, if you cry Dam Domine, and never stir farther. The Ship is then like to be steered with best certainty and success; cc av-x vvb jc: cc pn22 vvb npg1 n1 p-acp j p-acp po22 n2, cs pn22 vvb n1 fw-la, cc av-x vvb av-jc. dt n1 vbz av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp js n1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 121
1405 when there is Oculus ad coelum, manus ad olauum: when there is Oculus ad coelum, manus ad olauum: c-crq pc-acp vbz fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la: (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 121
1406 when the Pilot is carefull of both, to haue his eye vpon the Compasse, and his hand at the Sterne. Remember these abilities you pray or study for, are the Gifts of God: when the Pilot is careful of both, to have his eye upon the Compass, and his hand At the Stern. remember these abilities you pray or study for, Are the Gifts of God: c-crq dt n1 vbz j pp-f d, pc-acp vhi po31 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt j. vvb d n2 pn22 vvb cc vvi p-acp, vbr dt n2 pp-f np1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 121
1407 and as not to bee had ordinarily without labour, (for God is a God of order, and worketh not ordinarily, and as not to be had ordinarily without labour, (for God is a God of order, and works not ordinarily, cc c-acp xx pc-acp vbi vhn av-jn p-acp n1, (c-acp np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz xx av-j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 121
1408 but by ordinary meanes;) so not to bee had meerely for the labour, for then should it not be so much a Gift, as a Purchase. It was Simon Magus his errour, to thinke that the gift of God might be purchased with money and it hath a spice of his sinne, but by ordinary means;) so not to be had merely for the labour, for then should it not be so much a Gift, as a Purchase. It was Simon Magus his error, to think that the gift of God might be purchased with money and it hath a spice of his sin, cc-acp p-acp j n2;) av xx pc-acp vbi vhn av-j p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs vmd pn31 xx vbi av av-d dt n1, p-acp dt vvi. pn31 vbds np1 np1 po31 n1, pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc pn31 vhz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 121
1409 and so may goe for a kinde of simony, for a man to thinke these spirituall gifts of God may be purchased with labour. You may rise vp early, and so may go for a kind of simony, for a man to think these spiritual Gifts of God may be purchased with labour. You may rise up early, cc av vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d j n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. pn22 vmb vvi a-acp av-j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 122
1410 and goe to bed late, and studie hard, and reade much, and deuoure the fat and the marrow of the best Authors; and go to Bed late, and study hard, and read much, and devour the fat and the marrow of the best Authors; cc vvb pc-acp vvi j, cc vvi j, cc vvb av-d, cc vvb dt j cc dt n1 pp-f dt js n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 122
1411 and when you haue all done, vnlesse God giue a blessing vnto your endeuours, be as thin and meagre in regard of true and vsefull learning, as Pharaohs leaue kine were after they had eaten the fat ones. and when you have all done, unless God give a blessing unto your endeavours, be as thin and meager in regard of true and useful learning, as Pharaohs leave kine were After they had eaten the fat ones. cc c-crq pn22 vhb d vdn, cs np1 vvb dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, vbb a-acp j cc j p-acp n1 pp-f j cc j vvg, p-acp np1 vvb n2 vbdr c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dt j pi2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 122
1412 It is God that both ministreth seed to the sower, and multiplyeth the seed sowen: the Principall, and the Increase, are both his. It is God that both Ministereth seed to the sour, and multiplieth the seed sown: the Principal, and the Increase, Are both his. pn31 vbz np1 cst d vvz n1 p-acp dt j, cc vvz dt n1 vvn: dt j-jn, cc dt vvi, vbr av-d png31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 122
1413 If then wee expect any gift, or the increase of any gift from him, neither of which we can haue without him: If then we expect any gift, or the increase of any gift from him, neither of which we can have without him: cs av pns12 vvb d n1, cc dt vvb pp-f d n1 p-acp pno31, av-dx pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vhi p-acp pno31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 122
1414 let vs not bee behinde, either with our best endeuours to vse the meanes hee hath appointed, let us not be behind, either with our best endeavours to use the means he hath appointed, vvb pno12 xx vbi a-acp, av-d p-acp po12 js n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pns31 vhz vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 122
1415 or with our faithfull prayers to craue his blessing vpon those meanes. These Instructions are generall ; or with our faithful Prayers to crave his blessing upon those means. These Instructions Are general; cc p-acp po12 j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n2. np1 n2 vbr j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 122
1416 and concerne vs all, whatsoeuer our Gifts be. and concern us all, whatsoever our Gifts be. cc vvb pno12 av-d, r-crq po12 n2 vbi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 122
1417 I must now turne my speech more particularly to you, to whom God hath vouchsafed the manifestation of his Spirit in a larger proportion than vnto many of your brethren: I must now turn my speech more particularly to you, to whom God hath vouchsafed the manifestation of his Spirit in a larger proportion than unto many of your brothers: pns11 vmb av vvi po11 n1 av-dc av-j p-acp pn22, p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt jc n1 cs p-acp d pp-f po22 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 122
1418 giuing vnto you, as vnto his first borne, a double portion of his Spirit, as Elisha had of Eliah's ; giving unto you, as unto his First born, a double portion of his Spirit, as Elisha had of Elijah's; vvg p-acp pn22, c-acp p-acp po31 ord vvn, dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp np1 vhd pp-f npg1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 122
1419 or perhaps dealing with you yet more liberally, as Ioseph did with Beniamin, whose messe (though he were the youngest) hee appointed to bee fiue times as much, as any of his brethrens. or perhaps dealing with you yet more liberally, as Ioseph did with Benjamin, whose mess (though he were the youngest) he appointed to be fiue times as much, as any of his Brothers'. cc av vvg p-acp pn22 av n1 av-j, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp np1, rg-crq n1 (cs pns31 vbdr dt js) pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi crd n2 c-acp d, c-acp d pp-f po31 ng2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 122
1420 It is needfull that you of all others, should bee eftsoones put in remembrance, that those eminent manifestations of the Spirit you haue, were giuen you. It is needful that you of all Others, should be eftsoons put in remembrance, that those eminent manifestations of the Spirit you have, were given you. pn31 vbz j cst pn22 pp-f d n2-jn, vmd vbi av vvn p-acp n1, cst d j n2 pp-f dt n1 pn22 vhb, vbdr vvn pn22. (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 122
1421 First, it will bee a good helpe to take downe that swelling, which, as an Apostume in the body through rancknesse of blood, so is apt to ingender in the soule through abundance of Knowledge ; First, it will be a good help to take down that swelling, which, as an Apostume in the body through rancknesse of blood, so is apt to engender in the soul through abundance of Knowledge; ord, pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp cst vvg, r-crq, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 123
1422 and to let out some of the corruption. It is a very hard thing Multum sapere, and not altum sapere ; and to let out Some of the corruption. It is a very hard thing Multum Sapere, and not altum Sapere; cc pc-acp vvi av d pp-f dt n1. pn31 vbz dt j j n1 fw-la fw-la, cc xx fw-la fw-la; (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 123
1423 to know much, and not to know it too much ; to know much, and not to know it too much; pc-acp vvi av-d, cc xx pc-acp vvi pn31 av d; (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 123
1424 to excell others in gifts, and not perke aboue them in selfeconceipt. S. Paul, who in all other things was sufficiently instructed, as well to abound, to excel Others in Gifts, and not perk above them in selfeconceipt. S. Paul, who in all other things was sufficiently instructed, as well to abound, p-acp j n2-jn p-acp n2, cc xx vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1. np1 np1, r-crq p-acp d j-jn n2 vbds av-j vvn, c-acp av pc-acp vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 123
1425 as to suffer need, was yet put very hard to it, when hee was to try the mastery with this temptation, which arose from the abundance of reuelations. If you finde an aptnesse then in your selues, (and there is in your selues as of your selues such an aptnesse, as to no one thing more,) to be exalted aboue measure in your owne conceipts, boastingly to make ostentation of your owne sufficiencies, with a kinde of vnbecomming compassion to cast scorne vpon your meaner brethren, as to suffer need, was yet put very hard to it, when he was to try the mastery with this temptation, which arose from the abundance of revelations. If you find an aptness then in your selves, (and there is in your selves as of your selves such an aptness, as to no one thing more,) to be exalted above measure in your own conceits, boastingly to make ostentation of your own Sufficiencies, with a kind of unbecoming compassion to cast scorn upon your meaner brothers, c-acp pc-acp vvi n1, vbds av vvn av av-j p-acp pn31, c-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. cs pn22 vvb dt n1 av p-acp po22 n2, (cc pc-acp vbz p-acp po22 n2 c-acp pp-f po22 n2 d dt n1, a-acp p-acp dx crd n1 av-dc,) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po22 d n2, av-j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po22 d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi vvb p-acp po22 jc n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 123
1426 and vpon euery light prouocation to flye out into those termes of defiance [ I haue no need of thee ; and upon every Light provocation to fly out into those terms of defiance [ I have no need of thee; cc p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 [ pns11 vhb dx n1 pp-f pno21; (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 123
1427 and, I haue no need of thee ] to dispell this windy humour I know not a more soueraigne remedy, than to chew vpon this meditation; and, I have no need of thee ] to dispel this windy humour I know not a more sovereign remedy, than to chew upon this meditation; cc, pns11 vhb dx n1 pp-f pno21 ] pc-acp n1 d j n1 pns11 vvb xx dt av-dc j-jn n1, cs p-acp vvb p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 123
1428 that all the Abilities and perfections you haue were giuen you, by one who was no way so bound to you, that all the Abilities and perfections you have were given you, by one who was no Way so bound to you, cst d dt n2 cc n2 pn22 vhb vbdr vvn pn22, p-acp pi r-crq vbds dx n1 av vvn p-acp pn22, (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 123
1429 but hee might haue giuen them as well to the meanest of your brethren as to you, but he might have given them as well to the Meanest of your brothers as to you, cc-acp pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 a-acp av p-acp dt js pp-f po22 n2 c-acp p-acp pn22, (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 123
1430 and that without any wrong to you, if it had so pleased him. and that without any wrong to you, if it had so pleased him. cc cst p-acp d n-jn p-acp pn22, cs pn31 vhd av vvn pno31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 123
1431 You may take the Receipt from him, who himselfe had had some experience of the Infirmity ; You may take the Receipt from him, who himself had had Some experience of the Infirmity; pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq px31 vhd vhn d n1 pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 123
1432 euen S. Paul in the fourth of this Epistle. even S. Paul in the fourth of this Epistle. av n1 np1 p-acp dt ord pp-f d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 123
1433 [ What hast thou, that thou hast not receiued? and if thou hast receiued it, [ What hast thou, that thou hast not received? and if thou hast received it, [ q-crq vh2 pns21, cst pns21 vh2 xx vvn? cc cs pns21 vh2 vvn pn31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 124
1434 why dost thou boast as if thou had not receiued it? ] Secondly ; why dost thou boast as if thou had not received it? ] Secondly; q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi c-acp cs pns21 vhn xx vvd pn31? ] ord; (9) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 124
1435 Euery wise and conscionable man should aduisedly weigh his owne Gifts, and make them his Rule to worke by: Every wise and conscionable man should advisedly weigh his own Gifts, and make them his Rule to work by: d j cc j n1 vmd av-vvn vvb po31 d n2, cc vvi pno32 po31 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp: (9) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 124
1436 not thinking hee doth enough, if hee doe what Law compelleth him to doe, or if he doe as much as other neighbours doe. not thinking he does enough, if he do what Law compelleth him to do, or if he do as much as other neighbours do. xx vvg pns31 vdz d, cs pns31 vdi r-crq n1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vdi, cc cs pns31 vdb p-acp d c-acp j-jn n2 vdb. (9) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 124
1437 Indeed, where Lawes bound vs by Negatiue Precepts, [ Hitherto thou mayst goe, but farther thou shalt not, ] wee must obey, and wee may not exceed those bounds. Indeed, where Laws bound us by Negative Precepts, [ Hitherto thou Mayest go, but farther thou shalt not, ] we must obey, and we may not exceed those bounds. np1, c-crq n2 vvn pno12 p-acp j-jn n2, [ av pns21 vm2 vvi, cc-acp av-jc pns21 vm2 xx, ] pns12 vmb vvi, cc pns12 vmb xx vvi d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 124
1438 But where the Lawes doe barely enjoyne vs to doe somewhat, left hauing no Law to compell vs, wee should doe iust nothing; But where the Laws do barely enjoin us to do somewhat, left having no Law to compel us, we should do just nothing; p-acp c-crq dt n2 vdb av-j vvb pno12 pc-acp vdi av, j vhg dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, pns12 vmd vdi j pix; (9) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 124
1439 it can be no transgression of the Law, to doe more. Whosoeuer therefore of you haue receiued more or greater Gifts than many others haue; it can be no Transgression of the Law, to do more. Whosoever Therefore of you have received more or greater Gifts than many Others have; pn31 vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vdi av-dc. r-crq av pp-f pn22 vhb vvn av-dc cc jc n2 cs d n2-jn vhb; (9) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 124
1440 you must know your selues bound to doe so much more good with them, and to stand chargeable with so much the deeper account for them. Crescunt dona, crescunt rationes. you must know your selves bound to do so much more good with them, and to stand chargeable with so much the Deeper account for them. Crescunt dona, crescunt rationes. pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 vvn pc-acp vdi av av-d av-dc j p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vvi j p-acp av av-d dt jc-jn vvb p-acp pno32. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. (9) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 124
1441 When you shall come to make vp your accounts, your receipts will bee looked into: and if you haue receiued ten talents, or fiue, for your meaner brothers one ; When you shall come to make up your accounts, your receipts will be looked into: and if you have received ten Talents, or fiue, for your meaner Brother's one; c-crq pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2, po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp: cc cs pn22 vhb vvn crd n2, cc crd, p-acp po22 jc n2 crd; (9) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 124
1442 when but one shall bee required from him, you shall be answerable for ten, or fiue. For it is an equitable course, that to whom much is giuen, of him much should bee required. when but one shall be required from him, you shall be answerable for ten, or fiue. For it is an equitable course, that to whom much is given, of him much should be required. c-crq p-acp crd vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp crd, cc crd. p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst p-acp ro-crq d vbz vvn, pp-f pno31 av-d vmd vbi vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 124
1443 And at that great day, if you cannot make your accounts straight with your receipts, you shall certainely finde that most true in this sense, which Salomon spake in another, Qui apponit scientiam, apponit dolorem: And At that great day, if you cannot make your accounts straight with your receipts, you shall Certainly find that most true in this sense, which Solomon spoke in Another, Qui apponit scientiam, apponit dolorem: cc p-acp d j n1, cs pn22 vmbx vvi po22 n2 av-j p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vmb av-j vvi cst av-ds j p-acp d n1, r-crq np1 vvd p-acp j-jn, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la: (9) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 125
1444 the more and greater your Gifts are, vnlesse your thankfulnesse for them, and your diligence with them rise to some good like proportion thereunto; the more and greater your Gifts Are, unless your thankfulness for them, and your diligence with them rise to Some good like proportion thereunto; dt av-dc cc jc po22 n2 vbr, cs po22 n1 p-acp pno32, cc po22 n1 p-acp pno32 vvi p-acp d j j n1 av; (9) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 125
1445 the greater shall bee your condemnation, the more your stripes. But thirdly ; the greater shall be your condemnation, the more your stripes. But Thirdly; dt jc vmb vbi po22 n1, dt av-dc po22 n2. p-acp ord; (9) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 125
1446 though your Graces must bee so to your selues, yet beware you doe not make them Rules to others. A thing I the rather note, though your Graces must be so to your selves, yet beware you do not make them Rules to Others. A thing I the rather note, cs po22 n2 vmb vbi av p-acp po22 n2, av vvb pn22 vdb xx vvi pno32 n2 p-acp n2-jn. dt n1 pns11 dt av-c vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 125
1447 because the fault is so frequent in practice, & yet very rarely obserued, and more rarely reprehended. Because the fault is so frequent in practice, & yet very rarely observed, and more rarely reprehended. c-acp dt n1 vbz av j p-acp n1, cc av av av-j vvn, cc av-dc av-j vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 125
1448 God hath endowed a man with good abilities and parts in some kinde or other; God hath endowed a man with good abilities and parts in Some kind or other; np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1 cc j-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 125
1449 I instance but in one gift only for examples sake, viz. an Ability to enlarge himselfe in prayer readily, I instance but in one gift only for Examples sake, viz. an Ability to enlarge himself in prayer readily, pns11 n1 cc-acp p-acp crd n1 av-j p-acp ng1 n1, n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n1 av-j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 125
1450 and with fit expressions vpon any present occasion. and with fit expressions upon any present occasion. cc p-acp j n2 p-acp d j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 125
1451 Being in the Ministerie, or other Calling, hee is carefull to exercise his gift by praying with his family, praying with the sicke, praying with other company vpon such other occasions as may fall out: Being in the Ministry, or other Calling, he is careful to exercise his gift by praying with his family, praying with the sick, praying with other company upon such other occasions as may fallen out: vbg p-acp dt n1, cc n-jn vvg, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1, vvg p-acp dt j, vvg p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp d j-jn n2 c-acp vmb vvi av: (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 125
1452 hee thinketh, and hee thinketh well, that if he should doe otherwise or lesse than he doth, hee should not bee able to discharge himselfe from the guilt of vnfaithfulnesse, in not employing the talent hee hath receiued to the best aduantage, when the exercise of it might redound to the glory of the Giuer. he Thinketh, and he Thinketh well, that if he should do otherwise or less than he does, he should not be able to discharge himself from the guilt of unfaithfulness, in not employing the talon he hath received to the best advantage, when the exercise of it might redound to the glory of the Giver. pns31 vvz, cc pns31 vvz av, cst cs pns31 vmd vdi av cc av-dc cs pns31 vdz, pns31 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp xx vvg dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt js n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 125
1453 Hitherto hee is in the right: Hitherto he is in the right: av pns31 vbz p-acp dt n-jn: (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 125
1454 so long as he maketh his Gift a Rule but to himselfe. But now if this man shall stretch out this Rule vnto all his brethren in the same Calling, by imposing vpon them a necessitie of doing the like; so long as he makes his Gift a Rule but to himself. But now if this man shall stretch out this Rule unto all his brothers in the same Calling, by imposing upon them a necessity of doing the like; av av-j c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1 dt vvb p-acp pc-acp px31. p-acp av cs d n1 vmb vvi av d vvi p-acp d po31 n2 p-acp dt d vvg, p-acp vvg p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f vdg dt j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 125
1455 if hee shall expect or exact from them, that they should also bee able to commend vnto God the necessities of their families, or the state of a sicke person, if he shall expect or exact from them, that they should also be able to commend unto God the necessities of their families, or the state of a sick person, cs pns31 vmb vvi cc j p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmd av vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 126
1456 or the like, by extemporary Prayer ; or the like, by extemporary Prayer; cc dt j, p-acp j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 126
1457 but especially if he shall iudge or censure them, that dare not aduenture so to doe, of intrusion into, but especially if he shall judge or censure them, that Dare not adventure so to do, of intrusion into, cc-acp av-j cs pns31 vmb vvi cc vvb pno32, cst vvb xx vvi av pc-acp vdi, pp-f n1 p-acp, (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 126
1458 or of unfaithfulnesse in their Callings: he committeth a great fault, and well deseruing a sharpe reprehension. or of unfaithfulness in their Callings: he Committeth a great fault, and well deserving a sharp reprehension. cc pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2: pns31 vvz dt j n1, cc av vvg dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 126
1459 For what is this else, but to lay heauier burdens vpon mens shoulders, than they can stand vnder, to make our selues iudges of other mens consciences, For what is this Else, but to lay Heavier burdens upon men's shoulders, than they can stand under, to make our selves judges of other men's Consciences, p-acp r-crq vbz d av, cc-acp pc-acp vvi jc n2 p-acp ng2 n2, cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 n2 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 126
1460 and our Abilities Rules of their actions, yea, and euen to lay an imputation vpon our Master, with that vngracious seruant in the Gospell, and our Abilities Rules of their actions, yea, and even to lay an imputation upon our Master, with that ungracious servant in the Gospel, cc po12 n2 vvz pp-f po32 n2, uh, cc av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 126
1461 as if he were an hard man, reaping where hee hath not sowen, and gathering where he hath not strewed, and requiring much where hee hath giuen little, as if he were an hard man, reaping where he hath not sown, and gathering where he hath not strewed, and requiring much where he hath given little, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr dt j n1, vvg c-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn, cc vvg c-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn, cc vvg d c-crq pns31 vhz vvn j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 126
1462 and like Pharaohs taske-masters, exacting the full tale of brickes without sufficient allowance of materials ? Shall he that hath a thousand a yeare, count him that hath but an hundred, a Churle if he doe not spend as much in his house weekly, keepe as plentifull a table, and beare as much in euery common charge, as himselfe? No lesse vnreasonable is he, that would binde his brother of inferiour Gifts to the same frequencie and method in Preaching, to the same readinesse and copiousnesse in Praying, to the same necessitie and measure in the performance of other duties ; and like Pharaohs taskmasters, exacting the full tale of bricks without sufficient allowance of materials? Shall he that hath a thousand a year, count him that hath but an hundred, a Churl if he do not spend as much in his house weekly, keep as plentiful a table, and bear as much in every Common charge, as himself? No less unreasonable is he, that would bind his brother of inferior Gifts to the same frequency and method in Preaching, to the same readiness and copiousness in Praying, to the same necessity and measure in the performance of other duties; cc av-j np1 n2, vvg dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j n1 pp-f n2-jn? vmb pns31 cst vhz dt crd dt n1, vvb pno31 cst vhz p-acp dt crd, dt n1 cs pns31 vdb xx vvi p-acp d p-acp po31 n1 av-j, vvb p-acp j dt n1, cc vvi p-acp d p-acp d j n1, p-acp px31? av-dx av-dc j vbz pns31, cst vmd vvi po31 n1 pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp dt d n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp dt d n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp dt d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 126
1463 whereunto, according to those Gifts hee findeth in himselfe, he findeth himselfe bound. The manifestation of the Spirit is giuen to euery man: whereunto, according to those Gifts he finds in himself, he finds himself bound. The manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man: c-crq, vvg p-acp d n2 pns31 vvz p-acp px31, pns31 vvz px31 vvn. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 126
1464 let no man bee so seuere to his brother, as to looke he should manifest more of the Spirit, than he hath receiued. let no man be so severe to his brother, as to look he should manifest more of the Spirit, than he hath received. vvb dx n1 vbb av j p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pns31 vmd vvi n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns31 vhz vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 127
1465 Now as for you, to whom God hath dealt these spirituall gifts, with a more sparing hand; Now as for you, to whom God hath dealt these spiritual Gifts, with a more sparing hand; av c-acp p-acp pn22, p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn d j n2, p-acp dt av-dc vvg n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 127
1466 the freedome of Gods distribution may be a fruitfull meditation for you also. the freedom of God's distribution may be a fruitful meditation for you also. dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp pn22 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 127
1467 First, thou hast no reason, whosoeuer thou art, to grudge at the scantnesse of thy gifts, or to repine at the giuer. How little soeuer God hath giuen thee, it is more than he owed thee. First, thou hast no reason, whosoever thou art, to grudge At the scantness of thy Gifts, or to repine At the giver. How little soever God hath given thee, it is more than he owed thee. ord, pns21 vh2 dx n1, r-crq pns21 vb2r, p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, cc p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1. c-crq j av np1 vhz vvn pno21, pn31 vbz dc cs pns31 vvn pno21. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 127
1468 If the distribution of the Spirit were a matter of iustice, or of debt ; God we know is no accepter of persons, and he would haue giuen to thee, as to another. If the distribution of the Spirit were a matter of Justice, or of debt; God we know is no accepter of Persons, and he would have given to thee, as to Another. cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1; np1 pns12 vvb vbz dx n1 pp-f n2, cc pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno21, c-acp p-acp j-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 127
1469 But being, as it is, a matter of gift, not of debt, nor of iustice, but of grace: take that is thine thankfully, and be content withall; But being, as it is, a matter of gift, not of debt, nor of Justice, but of grace: take that is thine thankfully, and be content withal; p-acp vbg, c-acp pn31 vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1, xx pp-f n1, ccx pp-f n1, p-acp pp-f n1: vvb cst vbz png21 av-j, cc vbi j av; (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 127
1470 He hath done thee no wrong: He hath done thee no wrong: pns31 vhz vdn pno21 dx n-jn: (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 127
1471 may he not doe as he will, with his owne? Secondly, since the manifestation of the Spirit is a matter of free gift: may he not do as he will, with his own? Secondly, since the manifestation of the Spirit is a matter of free gift: vmb pns31 xx vdi c-acp pns31 vmb, p-acp po31 d? ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 127
1472 thou hast no cause to enuie thy Brother, whose portion is greater. Why should thy eye bee therefore euill against him, because God hath been so good vnto him ? Shall the foote enuie the hand, or the eare the eye; thou hast no cause to envy thy Brother, whose portion is greater. Why should thy eye be Therefore evil against him, Because God hath been so good unto him? Shall the foot envy the hand, or the ear the eye; pns21 vh2 dx n1 p-acp vvb po21 n1, rg-crq n1 vbz jc. q-crq vmd po21 n1 vbb av j-jn p-acp pno31, p-acp np1 vhz vbn av j p-acp pno31? vmb dt n1 vvi dt n1, cc dt n1 dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 127
1473 because the foote cannot worke, nor the eare see? If the whole body were hand, where were the going ? and if the whole were eye, where were the hearing ? or if the whole were any one member, where were the body ? If the hand can worke, which the foote cannot; Because the foot cannot work, nor the ear see? If the Whole body were hand, where were the going? and if the Whole were eye, where were the hearing? or if the Whole were any one member, where were the body? If the hand can work, which the foot cannot; c-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi, ccx dt n1 vvi? cs dt j-jn n1 vbdr n1, c-crq vbdr dt vvg? cc cs dt j-jn vbdr n1, c-crq vbdr dt vvg? cc cs dt j-jn vbdr d crd n1, c-crq vbdr dt n1? cs dt n1 vmb vvi, r-crq dt n1 vmbx; (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 127
1474 yet the foote can goe, which the hand cannot: and if the eye can see, which the eare cannot; yet the foot can go, which the hand cannot: and if the eye can see, which the ear cannot; av dt n1 vmb vvi, r-crq dt n1 vmbx: cc cs dt vvb vmb vvi, r-crq dt n1 vmbx; (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 127
1475 yet the eare can hearken, which the eye cannot. And, if thy brother haue some abilities, which thou hast not; yet the ear can harken, which the eye cannot. And, if thy brother have Some abilities, which thou hast not; av dt n1 vmb vvi, r-crq dt n1 vmbx. np1, cs po21 n1 vhb d n2, r-crq pns21 vh2 xx; (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 127
1476 thou art not so bare, but thou hast other some againe, which he hath not. Say, thine be meaner: thou art not so bore, but thou hast other Some again, which he hath not. Say, thine be meaner: pns21 vb2r xx av j, cc-acp pns21 vh2 j-jn d av, r-crq pns31 vhz xx. n1, png21 vbi jc: (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 128
1477 yet the meanest member, as it hath his necessarie office, so it is not destitute of his proper comelinesse in the Body. yet the Meanest member, as it hath his necessary office, so it is not destitute of his proper comeliness in the Body. av dt js n1, c-acp pn31 vhz po31 j n1, av pn31 vbz xx j pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 128
1478 Thirdly, if thy gifts bee meane, thou hast this comfort withall, that thy accounts will be so much the easier. Merchants, that haue the greatest dealings, are not euer the safest men. Thirdly, if thy Gifts be mean, thou hast this Comfort withal, that thy accounts will be so much the Easier. Merchant's, that have the greatest dealings, Are not ever the Safest men. ord, cs po21 n2 vbb vvb, pns21 vh2 d n1 av, cst po21 vvz vmb vbi av av-d dt jc. n2, cst vhb dt js n2-vvg, vbr xx av dt js n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 128
1479 And how happy a thing had it been for many men in the world, if they had had lesse of other mens goods in their hands? The lesse thou hast receiued, the lesse thou hast to answer for. And how happy a thing had it been for many men in the world, if they had had less of other men's goods in their hands? The less thou hast received, the less thou hast to answer for. cc c-crq j dt n1 vhd pn31 vbn p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vhd vhn dc pp-f j-jn ng2 n2-j p-acp po32 n2? dt av-dc pns21 vh2 vvn, dt av-dc pns21 vh2 p-acp vvb p-acp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 128
1480 If God haue giuen thee but one single talent, he will not require fiue: nor if fiue, ten. Fourthly, in the meanenesse of thy gifts thou mayst reade thy selfe a daily lecture of humilitie: and humilitie alone, is a thing of more value, If God have given thee but one single talon, he will not require fiue: nor if fiue, ten. Fourthly, in the meanenesse of thy Gifts thou Mayest read thy self a daily lecture of humility: and humility alone, is a thing of more valve, cs np1 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp crd j n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi crd: ccx cs crd, crd. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 dt j n1 pp-f n1: cc n1 av-j, vbz dt n1 pp-f dc n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 128
1481 than all the perfections that are in the world besides, without it. than all the perfections that Are in the world beside, without it. cs d dt n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 a-acp, p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 128
1482 This thinke, that God, who disposeth all things for the best to those that are his, would haue giuen thee other and greater gifts, This think, that God, who Disposeth all things for the best to those that Are his, would have given thee other and greater Gifts, np1 vvb, cst np1, r-crq vvz d n2 p-acp dt js p-acp d cst vbr po31, vmd vhi vvn pno21 j-jn cc jc n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 128
1483 if he had seene it so expedient for thee. That therefore hee hath holden his hand, and with-holden those things from thee: if he had seen it so expedient for thee. That Therefore he hath held his hand, and withholden those things from thee: cs pns31 vhd vvn pn31 av j p-acp pno21. cst av pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, cc j d n2 p-acp pno21: (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 128
1484 conceiue it done, either for thy former vnworthinesse, and that should make thee humble ; conceive it done, either for thy former unworthiness, and that should make thee humble; vvb pn31 vdn, av-d p-acp po21 j n1, cc d vmd vvi pno21 j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 128
1485 or for thy future good, and that should make thee also thankfull. Lastly, remember what the Preacher saith in Ecclos. 10. [ If the iron be blunt, or for thy future good, and that should make thee also thankful. Lastly, Remember what the Preacher Says in Eccles. 10. [ If the iron be blunt, cc p-acp po21 j-jn j, cc d vmd vvi pno21 av j. ord, vvb q-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1. crd [ cs dt n1 vbb j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 128
1486 then he must put to the more strength. then he must put to the more strength. cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt av-dc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 128
1487 ] Many men, that are well left by their friends, and full of money, because they think they shall neuer see the bottome of it, take no care by any employment to encrease it, ] Many men, that Are well left by their Friends, and full of money, Because they think they shall never see the bottom of it, take no care by any employment to increase it, ] d n2, cst vbr av vvd p-acp po32 n2, cc j pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvb dx n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp vvb pn31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 128
1488 but spend on vpon the stocke, without either feare or wit, they care not what, nor how, till they be sunke to nothing before they be aware: but spend on upon the stock, without either Fear or wit, they care not what, nor how, till they be sunk to nothing before they be aware: cc-acp vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb xx r-crq, ccx c-crq, c-acp pns32 vbb vvn p-acp pix p-acp pns32 vbb j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1489 whereas on the contrary, industrious men that haue but little to begin withall, yet by their care and prouidence, whereas on the contrary, Industria men that have but little to begin withal, yet by their care and providence, cs p-acp dt n-jn, j n2 cst vhb p-acp j pc-acp vvi av, av p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1490 and paines taking, get vp wonderfully. and pains taking, get up wonderfully. cc n2 vvg, vvb a-acp av-j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1491 It is almost incredible, what industrie, and diligence, and exercise, and holy emulation (which our Apostle commendeth in the last verse of this Chapter,) are able to effect, It is almost incredible, what industry, and diligence, and exercise, and holy emulation (which our Apostle commends in the last verse of this Chapter,) Are able to Effect, pn31 vbz av j, r-crq n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc j n1 (r-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1,) vbr j pc-acp vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1492 for the bettering and encreasing of our spirituall gifts : for the bettering and increasing of our spiritual Gifts: p-acp dt vvg cc j-vvg pp-f po12 j n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1493 Prouided euer wee ioyne with these, hearty prayers vnto, and faithfull dependance vpon God, for his blessing thereupon. Provided ever we join with these, hearty Prayers unto, and faithful dependence upon God, for his blessing thereupon. vvn av pns12 vvb p-acp d, j n2 p-acp, cc j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1494 I know no so lawfull Vsury, as of these spirituall talents ; I know no so lawful Usury, as of these spiritual Talents; pns11 vvb dx av j n1, c-acp pp-f d j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1495 nor doe I know any so profitable Vsury, or that multiplyeth so fast at this doth your vse vpon vse, that doubleth the principall in seuen yeares, is nothing to it. nor do I know any so profitable Usury, or that multiplieth so fast At this does your use upon use, that doubles the principal in seuen Years, is nothing to it. ccx vdb pns11 vvb d av j n1, cc d vvz av av-j p-acp d vdz po22 vvb p-acp n1, cst vvz dt j-jn p-acp crd n2, vbz pix p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1496 Oh then, cast in thy talent into the banke ; make thy returnes as speedy, and as many as thou canst; O then, cast in thy talon into the bank; make thy returns as speedy, and as many as thou Canst; uh av, n1 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt n1; vvb po21 n2 p-acp j, cc c-acp d c-acp pns21 vm2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1497 loose not a market, or a tide, if it be possible; be instant in season, and out of season ; lose not a market, or a tide, if it be possible; be instant in season, and out of season; vvb xx dt n1, cc dt n1, cs pn31 vbb j; vbi j-jn p-acp n1, cc av pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1498 omit no opportunitie to take in, and put off all thou canst get: so, though thy beginnings be but small, thy later end shall wonderfully encrease. omit no opportunity to take in, and put off all thou Canst get: so, though thy beginnings be but small, thy later end shall wonderfully increase. vvb dx n1 p-acp vvb p-acp, cc vvd a-acp d pns21 vm2 vvi: av, cs po21 n2 vbb p-acp j, po21 jc n1 vmb av-j vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1499 By this meanes, thou shalt not onely profit thy self, in the encrease of thy gifts vnto thy selfe: By this means, thou shalt not only profit thy self, in the increase of thy Gifts unto thy self: p-acp d n2, pns21 vm2 xx av-j vvi po21 n1, p-acp dt vvb pp-f po21 n2 p-acp po21 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1500 but (which no other Vsurie doth besides) thou shalt also profit others, by communicating of thy gifts vnto them. but (which no other Usury does beside) thou shalt also profit Others, by communicating of thy Gifts unto them. cc-acp (r-crq dx j-jn n1 vdz a-acp) pns21 vm2 av n1 n2-jn, p-acp vvg pp-f po21 n2 p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1501 Which is the proper end, for which they were bestowed; and of which wee are next to speake. Which is the proper end, for which they were bestowed; and of which we Are next to speak. r-crq vbz dt j vvb, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn; cc pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr ord pc-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1502 The manifestation of the Spirit is giuen to euery man to profit withall. To profit whom? it may be, Himselfe. It is true; The manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal. To profit whom? it may be, Himself. It is true; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi av. p-acp vvb r-crq? pn31 vmb vbi, px31. pn31 vbz j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 129
1503 If thou art wise, thou shalt be wise for thy selfe, said Salomon ; and Salomon knew what belonged to wisedome aswell as another. If thou art wise, thou shalt be wise for thy self, said Solomon; and Solomon knew what belonged to Wisdom aswell as Another. cs pns21 vb2r j, pns21 vm2 vbi j p-acp po21 n1, vvd np1; cc np1 vvd r-crq vvd p-acp n1 av c-acp j-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 130
1504 For, Qui sibi nequam, cui bonus? He that is not good to himselfe, it is but a chance that hee is good to any body else. For, Qui sibi nequam, cui bonus? He that is not good to himself, it is but a chance that he is good to any body Else. p-acp, fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la? pns31 cst vbz xx j p-acp px31, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vbz j p-acp d n1 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 130
1505 When we seeme to pitie a man by saying, He is no mans foe but his owne, or he is worst to himselfe ; When we seem to pity a man by saying, He is no men foe but his own, or he is worst to himself; c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp vvg, pns31 vbz dx ng1 n1 p-acp po31 d, cc pns31 vbz js p-acp px31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 130
1506 we doe indeed but flout him, and in effect call him a foole, and a prodigall. Such a foole is euery one, that guiding the feete of others into the way of peace, himselfe treadeth the paths that leadeth vnto destruction; we do indeed but flout him, and in Effect call him a fool, and a prodigal. Such a fool is every one, that guiding the feet of Others into the Way of peace, himself treadeth the paths that leads unto destruction; pns12 vdb av p-acp vvb pno31, cc p-acp n1 vvb pno31 dt n1, cc dt j-jn. d dt n1 vbz d pi, cst vvg dt n2 pp-f n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, px31 vvz dt n2 cst vvz p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 130
1507 and that preaching repentance vnto others, himselfe becommeth a Castaway. and that preaching Repentance unto Others, himself becomes a Castaway. cc cst vvg n1 p-acp n2-jn, px31 vvz dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 130
1508 He that hath a gift then, he should doe well to looke to his owne, aswell as to the profit of others ; He that hath a gift then, he should do well to look to his own, aswell as to the profit of Others; pns31 cst vhz dt n1 av, pns31 vmd vdi av pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d, av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 130
1509 and as vnto doctrine, so as well and first to take heed vnto himselfe: that so doing he may saue himselfe, aswell as those that heare him. and as unto Doctrine, so as well and First to take heed unto himself: that so doing he may save himself, aswell as those that hear him. cc c-acp p-acp n1, av c-acp av cc ord p-acp vvb n1 p-acp px31: cst av vdg pns31 vmb vvi px31, av p-acp d cst vvb pno31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 130
1510 This then is to be done; but this is not all that is to be done. This then is to be done; but this is not all that is to be done. np1 av vbz pc-acp vbi vdn; cc-acp d vbz xx d cst vbz pc-acp vbi vdn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 130
1511 In Wisedome wee cannot doe lesse, but in Charity we are bound to do more than thus, with our gifts. In Wisdom we cannot do less, but in Charity we Are bound to do more than thus, with our Gifts. p-acp n1 pns12 vmbx vdi av-dc, cc-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vdi dc cs av, p-acp po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 130
1512 If our owne profit onely had been intended, NONLATINALPHABET would haue serued the turne aswel: If our own profit only had been intended, would have served the turn aswell: cs po12 d n1 av-j vhd vbn vvn, vmd vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp: (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 130
1513 but the word here is NONLATINALPHABET, which importeth such a kind of profit as redoundeth to communitie, such as before in the 10. Chapter he professeth himself to haue sought after, [ Not seeking mine owne profit, (he meaneth, not onely his owne,) but the profit of many, that they may be saued. but the word Here is, which imports such a kind of profit as redoundeth to community, such as before in the 10. Chapter he Professes himself to have sought After, [ Not seeking mine own profit, (he means, not only his own,) but the profit of many, that they may be saved. cc-acp dt n1 av vbz, r-crq vvz d dt n1 pp-f vvb c-acp vvz p-acp n1, d c-acp a-acp p-acp dt crd n1 pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vhi vvn a-acp, [ xx vvg po11 d n1, (pns31 vvz, xx av-j po31 d,) p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 130
1514 ] Wee noted it already, as the maine and essentiall difference betweene those Graces of sanctification, and these Graces of edification: that those, ] we noted it already, as the main and essential difference between those Graces of sanctification, and these Graces of edification: that those, ] pns12 vvn pn31 av, c-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, cc d n2 pp-f n1: cst d, (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 131
1515 though they would bee made profitable vnto others also, yet were principally intended for the proper good of the owner; though they would be made profitable unto Others also, yet were principally intended for the proper good of the owner; cs pns32 vmd vbi vvn j p-acp n2-jn av, av vbdr av-j vvn p-acp dt j j pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 131
1516 but these, though they would be vsed for the owners good also, yet were principally intended for the profit of others. You see then, what a strong obligation lyeth vpon euery man that hath receiued the Spirit, conferre aliquid in publicum, to cast his gift into the common treasurie of the Church, to employ his good parts and spirituall graces so, but these, though they would be used for the owners good also, yet were principally intended for the profit of Others. You see then, what a strong obligation lies upon every man that hath received the Spirit, confer Aliquid in publicum, to cast his gift into the Common treasury of the Church, to employ his good parts and spiritual graces so, cc-acp d, cs pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 j av, av vbdr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. pn22 vvb av, q-crq dt j n1 vvz p-acp d n1 cst vhz vvn dt n1, vvb j p-acp fw-la, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 cc j n2 av, (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 131
1517 as they may some-way or other be profitable to his brethren and fellow-seruants in Church and Common-wealth. as they may someway or other be profitable to his brothers and Fellow servants in Church and Commonwealth. c-acp pns32 vmb n1 cc n-jn vbi j p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 131
1518 It is an old receiued Canon, Beneficium propter officium. No man setteth a Steward ouer his house, onely to receiue his rents, and then to keepe the moneys in his hand, It is an old received Canon, Beneficium propter officium. No man sets a Steward over his house, only to receive his rends, and then to keep the moneys in his hand, pn31 vbz dt j vvn n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la. dx n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc av pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 131
1519 and make no prouision out of it for his Hines and Seruants: and make no provision out of it for his Hines and Servants: cc vvb dx n1 av pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 np1 cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 131
1520 but it is the office of a good and wise Steward to giue to euerie one of the houshold his appointed portion at the appointed seasons. And who so receiueth a spirituall gift, ipso facto taketh vpon him the office, and is bound to the duties of a Steward ; but it is the office of a good and wise Steward to give to every one of the household his appointed portion At the appointed seasons. And who so receiveth a spiritual gift, ipso facto Takes upon him the office, and is bound to the duties of a Steward; cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d crd pp-f dt n1 po31 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n2. cc r-crq av vvz dt j n1, fw-la fw-la vvz p-acp pno31 dt n1, cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 131
1521 [ As euery man hath receiued the gift, euen so minister the same one vnto another, [ As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one unto Another, [ p-acp d n1 vhz vvn dt n1, av av vvi dt d pi p-acp n-jn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 131
1522 as good stewards of the manifold graces of God, 1. Pet. 4. ] It was not onely for orders sake, as good Stewards of the manifold graces of God, 1. Pet. 4. ] It was not only for order sake, c-acp j n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd ] pn31 vbds xx av-j p-acp n2 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 131
1523 and for the beautifying of his Church, (though that also) that God gaue some Apostles, and some Prophets, and for the beautifying of his Church, (though that also) that God gave Some Apostles, and Some prophets, cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1, (cs d av) cst np1 vvd d n2, cc d n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 131
1524 and some Euangelists, and some Pastors and Teachers: but also, and especially, for more necessarie and profitable vses; and Some Evangelists, and Some Pastors and Teachers: but also, and especially, for more necessary and profitable uses; cc d n2, cc d ng1 cc n2: p-acp av, cc av-j, c-acp av-dc j cc j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 131
1525 for the perfecting of the Saints, for the worke of the Ministery, for the edifying of the body of Christ. for the perfecting of the Saints, for the work of the Ministry, for the edifying of the body of christ. p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 132
1526 Ephes. 4.11, 12. The members of the body, are not euery one for it selfe, but euery one for other, and all for the whole. The stomake eateth, not to fill it selfe, but to nourish the body ; Ephesians 4.11, 12. The members of the body, Are not every one for it self, but every one for other, and all for the Whole. The stomach Eateth, not to fill it self, but to nourish the body; np1 crd, crd dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr xx d pi p-acp pn31 n1, p-acp d pi p-acp j-jn, cc d p-acp dt j-jn. dt n1 vvz, xx pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 132
1527 the eye seeth, not to please it selfe, but to espie for the body ; the foote moueth, not to exercise it selfe, but to carry the body ; the eye sees, not to please it self, but to espy for the body; the foot moves, not to exercise it self, but to carry the body; dt vvb vvz, xx pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; dt n1 vvz, xx pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 132
1528 the hand worketh, not to helpe it selfe, but to maintaine the body: euery ioynt supplieth something, according to the effectuall working in the measure of euery part, for the fit ioyning together, the hand works, not to help it self, but to maintain the body: every joint supplieth something, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, for the fit joining together, dt n1 vvz, xx pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1: d n1 vvz pi, vvg p-acp dt j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvi, p-acp dt j vvg av, (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 132
1529 and compacting, and encreasing of the body to the edifying it selfe in loue. Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular. and compacting, and increasing of the body to the edifying it self in love. Now you Are the body of christ, and members in particular. cc vvg, cc j-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pn31 n1 p-acp n1. av pn22 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n2 p-acp j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 132
1530 Now this necessitie of employing spirituall gifts to the good and profit of others, ariseth first from the will and intent of the Giuer: my Text sheweth plainely what that intent was; Now this necessity of employing spiritual Gifts to the good and profit of Others, arises First from the will and intent of the Giver: my Text shows plainly what that intent was; av d n1 pp-f vvg j n2 p-acp dt j cc n1 pp-f n2-jn, vvz ord p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: po11 n1 vvz av-j r-crq d n1 vbds; (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 132
1531 The manifestation of the Spirit was therefore giuen to euery man, that he might profit withall. Certainely, The manifestation of the Spirit was Therefore given to every man, that he might profit withal. Certainly, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds av vvn p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi av. av-j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 132
1532 as nature doth not, so much lesse doth the God of Nature, make any thing to no purpose, or barely for shew ; as nature does not, so much less does the God of Nature, make any thing to no purpose, or barely for show; c-acp n1 vdz xx, av d dc vdz dt np1 pp-f n1, vvb d n1 p-acp dx n1, cc av-j p-acp vvb; (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 132
1533 but for vse: and the vse, for which all these things were made and giuen, is edification. He that hath an estate made ouer to him in trust and for vses ; but for use: and the use, for which all these things were made and given, is edification. He that hath an estate made over to him in trust and for uses; cc-acp p-acp vvb: cc dt vvb, p-acp r-crq d d n2 vbdr vvn cc vvn, vbz n1. pns31 cst vhz dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc p-acp ng2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 132
1534 hath in equitie therein no estate at all, if hee turne the commodities of the thing some other way, hath in equity therein no estate At all, if he turn the commodities of the thing Some other Way, vhz p-acp n1 av dx n1 p-acp d, cs pns31 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 d j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 132
1535 and not to those speciall vses for which he was so estated in it. and not to those special uses for which he was so estated in it. cc xx p-acp d j ng2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 132
1536 So hee that employeth not his spirituall gift to the vse for which it was giuen, to the profit of the Church; So he that employeth not his spiritual gift to the use for which it was given, to the profit of the Church; av pns31 cst vvz xx po31 j n1 p-acp dt vvb p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 132
1537 hee hath de iure forfeited it to the Giuer. And we haue sometimes knowne him de facto to take the forfeiture; he hath de iure forfeited it to the Giver. And we have sometime known him de facto to take the forfeiture; pns31 vhz fw-fr fw-la vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1. cc pns12 vhb av vvn pno31 fw-fr fw-la pc-acp vvi dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 133
1538 as from the vnprofitable seruant in the Gospel, [ Take the talent from him. ] Wee haue sometimes seene the experiment of it. as from the unprofitable servant in the Gospel, [ Take the talon from him. ] we have sometime seen the experiment of it. c-acp p-acp dt j-u n1 p-acp dt n1, [ vvb dt n1 p-acp pno31. ] pns12 vhb av vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 133
1539 Men of excellent parts, by slackning their zeale, to haue lost their very gifts ; and by neglecting the vse, to haue lost the Principall ; Men of excellent parts, by slackening their zeal, to have lost their very Gifts; and by neglecting the use, to have lost the Principal; n2 pp-f j n2, p-acp vvg po32 n1, pc-acp vhi vvn po32 j n2; cc p-acp vvg dt vvb, pc-acp vhi vvn dt j-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 133
1540 finding a sensible decay in those powers, which they were slothfull to bring into act. It is a iust thing with the Father of Lights, when hee hath lighted any man a candle, by bestowing spirituall gifts vpon him; finding a sensible decay in those Powers, which they were slothful to bring into act. It is a just thing with the Father of Lights, when he hath lighted any man a candle, by bestowing spiritual Gifts upon him; vvg dt j n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn d n1 dt n1, p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp pno31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 133
1541 and lent him a candlestick too whereon to set it, by prouiding him a slay in the Church: and lent him a candlestick too whereon to Set it, by providing him a slay in the Church: cc vvd pno31 dt n1 av c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp vvg pno31 dt vvb p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 133
1542 if that man shall then hide his candle vnder a bushell, and enuie the light and comfort of it to them that are in the house ; if that man shall then hide his candle under a bushel, and envy the Light and Comfort of it to them that Are in the house; cs d n1 vmb av vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi dt j cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 133
1543 either to remoue his candlesticke, or to put out his candle in obscuritie. either to remove his candlestick, or to put out his candle in obscurity. d pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 133
1544 As the intent of the Giuer, so secondly, the nature and qualitie of the gift calleth vpon vs for emploiment. As the intent of the Giver, so secondly, the nature and quality of the gift calls upon us for employment. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 133
1545 It is not with these spirituall gifts, as with most other things, which when they are emparted, are impaired, and lessened by communicating. It is not with these spiritual Gifts, as with most other things, which when they Are imparted, Are impaired, and lessened by communicating. pn31 vbz xx p-acp d j n2, c-acp p-acp ds j-jn n2, r-crq c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, vbr vvn, cc vvn p-acp vvg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 133
1546 Here is no place for that allegation of the Virgins, Ne non sufficiat — Lest there be not enough for you and for vs. These graces are of the number of those things, that communicate themselues by Multiplication, not Diuision, and by diffusion, without waste. Here is no place for that allegation of the Virgins, Ne non Sufficiat — Lest there be not enough for you and for us These graces Are of the number of those things, that communicate themselves by Multiplication, not Division, and by diffusion, without waste. av vbz dx n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2, fw-fr fw-fr n1 — cs pc-acp vbb xx av-d p-acp pn22 cc p-acp pno12 d n2 vbr pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, cst vvb px32 p-acp n1, xx n1, cc p-acp n1, p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 133
1547 As the seale maketh impression in the waxe, and as fire conueigheth heate into Iron, and as one candle tindeth a thousand: As the seal makes impression in the wax, and as fire conueigheth heat into Iron, and as one candle tindeth a thousand: p-acp dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, cc c-acp n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp crd n1 vvz dt crd: (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 133
1548 all without losse of figure, heate, or light. Had euer any man lesse knowledge, or wit, or learning ; all without loss of figure, heat, or Light. Had ever any man less knowledge, or wit, or learning; d p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc j. vhd av d n1 dc n1, cc n1, cc vvg; (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 134
1549 by teaching others? had hee not rather more? The more wise the Preacher was, the more he taught the people knowledge, saith Salomon, Eccles. 12. and certainely, the more hee taught them knowledge, the more his owne wisedome increased. by teaching Others? had he not rather more? The more wise the Preacher was, the more he taught the people knowledge, Says Solomon, Eccles. 12. and Certainly, the more he taught them knowledge, the more his own Wisdom increased. p-acp vvg ng2-jn? vhd pns31 xx av-c n1? dt av-dc j dt n1 vbds, dt av-dc pns31 vvd dt n1 n1, vvz np1, np1 crd cc av-j, dt av-dc pns31 vvd pno32 n1, dt av-dc po31 d n1 vvd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 134
1550 As the Widowes oyle increased, not in the vessell, but by powring out; As the Widows oil increased, not in the vessel, but by Pouring out; p-acp dt ng1 n1 vvd, xx p-acp dt n1, p-acp p-acp vvg av; (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 134
1551 and as the barley bread in the Gospell multiplied, not in the whole loafe, but by breaking and distributing; and as the Barley bred in the Gospel multiplied, not in the Whole loaf, but by breaking and distributing; cc c-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn, xx p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp p-acp vvg cc vvg; (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 134
1552 and as the graine bringeth encrease, not when it lyeth on a heape in the garner, and as the grain brings increase, not when it lies on a heap in the garner, cc c-acp dt n1 vvz n1, xx c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt vvb p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 134
1553 but by scattering vpon the land: but by scattering upon the land: cc-acp p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 134
1554 so are these spirituall graces best improued, not by keeping them together, but by distributing them abroad. Tutius incredito, quàm in sudario: so Are these spiritual graces best improved, not by keeping them together, but by distributing them abroad. Tutius incredito, quàm in sudario: av vbr d j n2 av-js vvn, xx p-acp vvg pno32 av, cc-acp p-acp vvg pno32 av. np1 fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la: (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 134
1555 the talent gathereth nothing in the napkin, vnlesse it be rust and canker; the talon gathereth nothing in the napkin, unless it be rust and canker; dt n1 vvz pix p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vbb n1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 134
1556 but trauelling in the banke, besides the good it doth as it passeth to and fro, it euer returneth home with encrease. but travelling in the bank, beside the good it does as it passes to and from, it ever returns home with increase. cc-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j pn31 vdz p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp cc av, pn31 av vvz av-an p-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 134
1557 Thirdly, our owne vnsufficiencie to all offices, and the need we haue of other mens gifts, must enforce vs to lend them the helpe and comfort of ours. Thirdly, our own unsufficiency to all Offices, and the need we have of other men's Gifts, must enforce us to lend them the help and Comfort of ours. ord, po12 d n1 p-acp d n2, cc dt vvb pns12 vhb pp-f j-jn ng2 n2, vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f png12. (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 134
1558 God hath so distributed the varietie of his gifts with singular wisedome, that there is no man so meane, but his seruice may bee vsefull to the greatest ; God hath so distributed the variety of his Gifts with singular Wisdom, that there is no man so mean, but his service may be useful to the greatest; np1 vhz av vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n1, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 av vvb, p-acp po31 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt js; (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 134
1559 nor any man so eminent, but he may sometimes stand need to the meanest of his brethren: nor any man so eminent, but he may sometime stand need to the Meanest of his brothers: ccx d n1 av j, p-acp pns31 vmb av vvi n1 p-acp dt js pp-f po31 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 134
1560 of purpose, that whilest each hath need of other, each should helpe, none should despise other. of purpose, that whilst each hath need of other, each should help, none should despise other. pp-f n1, cst cs d vhz vvb pp-f n-jn, d vmd vvi, pix vmd vvi j-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 134
1561 As in a building, the stones helpe one another, euery lower stone supporting the higher from falling to the ground, As in a building, the stones help one Another, every lower stone supporting the higher from falling to the ground, p-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n2 vvi pi j-jn, d jc n1 vvg dt jc p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 135
1562 and euery higher stone sauing the lower from taking wet; and every higher stone Saving the lower from taking wet; cc d jc n1 vvg dt jc p-acp vvg j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 135
1563 and as in the body, euerie member lendeth some supply to the rest, and againe receiueth supply from them: and as in the body, every member dares Some supply to the rest, and again receiveth supply from them: cc c-acp p-acp dt n1, d n1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av vvz vvi p-acp pno32: (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 135
1564 so in the spirituall building, and mysticall body of the Church, God hath so tempered the parts, each hauing his vse, and each his defects ; so in the spiritual building, and mystical body of the Church, God hath so tempered the parts, each having his use, and each his defects; av p-acp dt j vvg, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vhz av vvn dt n2, d vhg po31 vvi, cc d po31 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 135
1565 that there should be no schisme in the body, but that the members should haue the same care one for another. that there should be no Schism in the body, but that the members should have the same care one for Another. cst a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp cst dt n2 vmd vhi dt d vvb pi p-acp n-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 135
1566 Such a consent there should be in the parts, as was betweene the blind and lame man in the Epigram: Such a consent there should be in the parts, as was between the blind and lame man in the Epigram: d dt vvb pc-acp vmd vbi p-acp dt n2, c-acp vbds p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 135
1567 mutually couenanting, the Blind to carry the Lame, and the Lame to direct the Blind; mutually covenanting, the Blind to carry the Lame, and the Lame to Direct the Blind; av-j vvg, dt j pc-acp vvi dt j, cc dt j pc-acp vvi dt j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 135
1568 that so the Blind might find his way by the others eyes, and the Lame walke therein vpon the others legges. When a man is once come to that all-sufficiency in himselfe, that so the Blind might find his Way by the Others eyes, and the Lame walk therein upon the Others legs. When a man is once come to that All-sufficiency in himself, cst av dt j vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2-jn n2, cc dt j vvb av p-acp dt n2-jn n2. c-crq dt n1 vbz a-acp vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp px31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 135
1569 as he may truly say to the rest of his brethren, I stand no need of you ; as he may truly say to the rest of his brothers, I stand no need of you; c-acp pns31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns11 vvb dx n1 pp-f pn22; (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 135
1570 let him then keepe his gifts to himselfe: but let him in the meane time remember, hee must employ them to the aduantage of his master, and to the benefit of his brother. [ The manifestation of the Spirit is giuen to euery man to profit withall. ] let him then keep his Gifts to himself: but let him in the mean time Remember, he must employ them to the advantage of his master, and to the benefit of his brother. [ The manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal. ] vvb pno31 av vvi po31 n2 p-acp px31: cc-acp vvb pno31 p-acp dt j n1 vvi, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. [ dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi av. ] (9) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 135
1571 Surely then those men, first of all, run a course strangely exorbitant; Surely then those men, First of all, run a course strangely exorbitant; av-j av d n2, ord pp-f d, vvb dt n1 av-j j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 135
1572 who instead of employing them to the profit, bend those gifts they haue receiued, (whether spirituall or temporall) to the ruine and destruction of their brethren. who instead of employing them to the profit, bend those Gifts they have received, (whither spiritual or temporal) to the ruin and destruction of their brothers. r-crq av pp-f vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1, vvb d n2 pns32 vhb vvn, (cs j cc j) p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 135
1573 Instead of winning soules to heauen ; Instead of winning Souls to heaven; av pp-f vvg n2 p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 135
1574 with busie and cursed diligence compassing Sea and Land, to draw Proselytes to the Diuell: and instead of raising vp seed to their elder brother Christ, seeking to make their brethren (if it were possible) ten times more the children of hell than themselues. with busy and cursed diligence compassing Sea and Land, to draw Proselytes to the devil: and instead of raising up seed to their elder brother christ, seeking to make their brothers (if it were possible) ten times more the children of hell than themselves. p-acp j cc j-vvn n1 vvg n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1: cc av pp-f vvg a-acp n1 p-acp po32 j-jn n1 np1, vvg pc-acp vvi po32 n2 (cs pn31 vbdr j) crd n2 av-dc dt n2 pp-f n1 cs px32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 136
1575 Abusing their Power to oppression, their wealth to luxurie, their strength to drunkennes, their wit to Scoffing, Atheisme, Prophanenesse; Abusing their Power to oppression, their wealth to luxury, their strength to Drunkenness, their wit to Scoffing, Atheism, Profaneness; vvg po32 n1 p-acp n1, po32 n1 p-acp n1, po32 n1 p-acp n1, po32 vvi p-acp vvg, n1, n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 136
1576 their learning to the maintenance of Heresie, Idolatrie, Schisme, Noueltie. If there be a feareful woe due to those that vse not their gifts profitably; their learning to the maintenance of Heresy, Idolatry, Schism, Novelty. If there be a fearful woe due to those that use not their Gifts profitably; po32 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, n1. cs pc-acp vbi dt j n1 j-jn p-acp d cst vvb xx po32 n2 av-j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 136
1577 what woes may wee thinke shall ouertake them, that so vngraciously abuse them? But to leaue these wretches: what woes may we think shall overtake them, that so ungraciously abuse them? But to leave these wretches: r-crq n2 vmb pns12 vvb vmb vvi pno32, cst av av-j vvi pno32? cc-acp pc-acp vvi d n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 136
1578 be perswaded in the second place, all you, whom God hath made Stewards ouer his houshold, be persuaded in the second place, all you, whom God hath made Stewards over his household, vbb vvn p-acp dt ord n1, d pn22, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn n2 p-acp po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 136
1579 and blessed your basket and your store, to bring forth of your treasures things both new and old ; and blessed your basket and your store, to bring forth of your treasures things both new and old; cc vvn po22 n1 cc po22 n1, p-acp vvb av pp-f po22 n2 n2 d j cc j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 136
1580 manifest the Spirit God hath giuen you, so as may be most for the profit of your brethren. manifest the Spirit God hath given you, so as may be most for the profit of your brothers. j dt n1 np1 vhz vvn pn22, av c-acp vmb vbi ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 136
1581 The Spirit of God, when hee gaue you wisdome, and knowledge, intended not so much the wisedome and the knowledge themselues, The Spirit of God, when he gave you Wisdom, and knowledge, intended not so much the Wisdom and the knowledge themselves, dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pn22 n1, cc n1, vvd xx av av-d dt n1 cc dt n1 px32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 136
1582 as the manifestation of them, or (as it is in the next verse) the Word of Wisdome, and the Word of knowledge: as Christ also promised his Apostles, to giue them Os & sapientiam; A Mouth, and Wisdome. as the manifestation of them, or (as it is in the next verse) the Word of Wisdom, and the Word of knowledge: as christ also promised his Apostles, to give them Os & sapientiam; A Mouth, and Wisdom. c-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc (c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt ord n1) dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1: p-acp np1 av vvd po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 fw-la cc fw-la; dt n1, cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 136
1583 Alas, what is Wisedome without a Mouth ? but as a pot of treasure hid in the ground, which no man is the better for. Alas, what is Wisdom without a Mouth? but as a pot of treasure hid in the ground, which no man is the better for. uh, q-crq vbz n1 p-acp dt n1? cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq dx n1 vbz dt jc p-acp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 136
1584 Wisedome that is hid, and a treasure that is not seene, what profit is in them both? O then doe not knit vp your Masters talent in a Napkin ; Wisdom that is hid, and a treasure that is not seen, what profit is in them both? Oh then do not knit up your Masters talon in a Napkin; n1 cst vbz vvn, cc dt n1 cst vbz xx vvn, r-crq n1 vbz p-acp pno32 d? uh av vdb xx vvi a-acp po22 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 136
1585 smother not his light vnder a bushell ; pinch not his seruants of their due prouision ; smother not his Light under a bushel; pinch not his Servants of their due provision; vvb xx po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; vvb xx po31 n2 pp-f po32 j-jn n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 136
1586 pott not vp the Manna you haue gathered till it stinke, and the wormes consume it: pot not up the Manna you have gathered till it stink, and the worms consume it: n1 xx a-acp dt n1 pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pn31 n1, cc dt n2 vvb pn31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 137
1587 but aboue all, squander not away your rich portions by riotous liuing. but above all, squander not away your rich portions by riotous living. cc-acp p-acp d, vvi xx av po22 j n2 p-acp j n-vvg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 137
1588 Let not either sloath, or enuie, or pride, or pretended modesty, or any other thing hinder you, from labouring to discharge faithfully that trust and dutie, which God expecteth, which the necessitie of the Church challengeth, which the measure of your gifts promiseth, which the condition of your calling exacteth from you. Let not either sloth, or envy, or pride, or pretended modesty, or any other thing hinder you, from labouring to discharge faithfully that trust and duty, which God Expects, which the necessity of the Church Challengeth, which the measure of your Gifts promises, which the condition of your calling exacteth from you. vvb xx d n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc j-vvn n1, cc d j-jn n1 vvi pn22, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi av-j d vvb cc n1, r-crq np1 vvz, r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz, r-crq dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 vvz, r-crq dt n1 pp-f po22 vvg vvz p-acp pn22. (9) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 137
1589 Remember the manifestation of the Spirit was giuen you to profit withall. remember the manifestation of the Spirit was given you to profit withal. np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn pn22 pc-acp vvi av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 137
1590 Thirdly, since the end of all gifts is to profit: aime most at those gifts, that will profit most; Thirdly, since the end of all Gifts is to profit: aim most At those Gifts, that will profit most; ord, p-acp dt vvb pp-f d n2 vbz p-acp n1: vvb av-ds p-acp d n2, cst vmb vvi ds; (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 137
1591 and endeauour so to frame those you haue in the exercise of them, as they may be likeliest to bring profit to those that shall partake them. and endeavour so to frame those you have in the exercise of them, as they may be likeliest to bring profit to those that shall partake them. cc vvb av pc-acp vvi d pn22 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp pns32 vmb vbb js pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d cst vmb vvi pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 137
1592 Couet earnestly the best gifts, saith my Apostle at the last verse of this Chapter: Covet earnestly the best Gifts, Says my Apostle At the last verse of this Chapter: vvb av-j dt js n2, vvz po11 n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 137
1593 and you haue his Comment vpon that Text in the first verse of the fourteenth Chapter, Couet spirituall gifts, NONLATINALPHABET, but rather that yee may prophecie. and you have his Comment upon that Text in the First verse of the fourteenth Chapter, Covet spiritual Gifts,, but rather that ye may prophecy. cc pn22 vhb po31 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt ord n1, vvb j n2,, cc-acp av-c cst pn22 vmb n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 137
1594 And by prophecying, hee meaneth the instruction of the Church, and people of God in the needfull doctrines of Faith towards God, Repentance from dead workes, And by prophesying, he means the instruction of the Church, and people of God in the needful doctrines of Faith towards God, Repentance from dead works, cc p-acp vvg, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, np1-n p-acp j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 137
1595 and new and holy Obedience. It is one stratageme of the Arch-enemie of mankind, (and when we know his wiles, wee may the better bee able to defeate him,) by busying men of great and vsefull parts ▪ in bymatters, and things of lesser consequence; and new and holy obedience. It is one stratagem of the Archenemy of mankind, (and when we know his wiles, we may the better be able to defeat him,) by busying men of great and useful parts ▪ in bymatters, and things of lesser consequence; cc j cc j n1. pn31 vbz crd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (cc c-crq pns12 vvb po31 n2, pns12 vmb dt av-jc vbi j pc-acp vvi pno31,) p-acp vvg n2 pp-f j cc j n2 ▪ p-acp n2, cc n2 pp-f jc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 137
1596 to diuert them from following that vnum necessarium, that which should bee the maine of all our endeauours, the beating downe of sinne, the planting of Faith, and the reformation of Manners. Controuersies, I confesse, are necessarie, the Tongues necessary, Histories necessarie, Philosophy and the Arts necessarie, other knowledge of all sorts necessarie in the Church: to divert them from following that One Necessary, that which should be the main of all our endeavours, the beating down of sin, the planting of Faith, and the Reformation of Manners. Controversies, I confess, Are necessary, the Tongues necessary, Histories necessary, Philosophy and the Arts necessary, other knowledge of all sorts necessary in the Church: pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg d fw-la fw-la, cst r-crq vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f d po12 n2, dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f n1, dt n-vvg pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2. n2, pns11 vvb, vbr j, dt n2 j, n2 j, n1 cc dt n2 j, j-jn n1 pp-f d n2 j p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 138
1597 for truth must be maintained, Scripture-phrases opened, Heresie confuted, the mouthes of Aduersaries stopped, Schismes and Nouelties suppressed. for truth must be maintained, Scripture-phrases opened, Heresy confuted, the mouths of Adversaries stopped, Schisms and Novelties suppressed. c-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn, n2 vvd, n1 vvn, dt n2 pp-f n2 vvn, n2 cc n2 vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 138
1598 But when all is done, Positiue and Practique Diuinity is it, must bring vs to heauen: But when all is done, Positive and Practic Divinity is it, must bring us to heaven: p-acp c-crq d vbz vdn, j cc n-jn n1 vbz pn31, vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 138
1599 that is it, must paise our iudgements, settle our consciences, direct our liues, mortifie our corruptions, encrease our graces, strengthen our comforts, saue our soules. Hoc opus, hoc studium: that is it, must paise our Judgments, settle our Consciences, Direct our lives, mortify our corruptions, increase our graces, strengthen our comforts, save our Souls. Hoc opus, hoc studium: cst vbz pn31, vmb vvi po12 n2, vvb po12 n2, vvb po12 n2, vvi po12 n2, vvb po12 n2, vvb po12 n2, p-acp po12 n2. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la: (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 138
1600 there is no study to this, none so wel worth the labour as this; there is no study to this, none so well worth the labour as this; a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d, pix av av j dt n1 c-acp d; (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 138
1601 none that can bring so much profit to others, nor therefore so much glory to God, none that can bring so much profit to Others, nor Therefore so much glory to God, pix cst vmb vvi av d vvb p-acp n2-jn, ccx av av d vvb p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 138
1602 nor therefore so much comfort to our owne hearts, as this. nor Therefore so much Comfort to our own hearts, as this. ccx av av d vvb p-acp po12 d n2, c-acp d. (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 138
1603 This is a faithfull saying, and these things I will that thou affirme constantly (saith Saint Paul to Titus) that they which haue beleeued in God, might be careful to maintaine good workes: This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly (Says Faint Paul to Titus) that they which have believed in God, might be careful to maintain good works: d vbz dt j n-vvg, cc d n2 pns11 vmb cst pns21 vvi av-j (vvz j np1 p-acp np1) cst pns32 r-crq vhb vvn p-acp np1, vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi j n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 138
1604 these things are good and profitable vnto men. these things Are good and profitable unto men. d n2 vbr j cc j p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 138
1605 You cannot doe more good vnto the Church of God, you cannot more profit the people of God, by your gifts ; You cannot do more good unto the Church of God, you cannot more profit the people of God, by your Gifts; pn22 vmbx vdi av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmbx n1 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po22 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 138
1606 than by pressing effectually these two great points, Faith, & Good works: these are good and profitable vnto men. than by pressing effectually these two great points, Faith, & Good works: these Are good and profitable unto men. cs p-acp vvg av-j d crd j n2, n1, cc j n2: d vbr j cc j p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 138
1607 I might here adde other inferences from this point, as namely, since the manifestation of the Spirit is giuen to euery one of vs chiefely for this end, that wee may profit the people with it, that therefore fourthly, in our preaching wee should rather seeke to profit our hearers, I might Here add other inferences from this point, as namely, since the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every one of us chiefly for this end, that we may profit the people with it, that Therefore fourthly, in our preaching we should rather seek to profit our hearers, pns11 vmd av vvi j-jn n2 p-acp d n1, c-acp av, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d crd pp-f pno12 av-jn c-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31, cst av j, p-acp po12 vvg pns12 vmd av-c vvi p-acp vvb po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 139
1608 though perhaps with sharpe and vnwelcome reproofes, than to please them by flattering them in euill: though perhaps with sharp and unwelcome reproofs, than to please them by flattering them in evil: cs av p-acp j cc j n2, cs p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp j-jn: (9) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 139
1609 and that fifthly, wee should more desire to bring profit vnto them, than to gaine applause vnto our selues: and that fifthly, we should more desire to bring profit unto them, than to gain applause unto our selves: cc d ord, pns12 vmd av-dc vvi pc-acp vvi vvi p-acp pno32, cs pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 139
1610 and sundry other more besides these. But I will neither adde any more, nor prosecute these any farther at this time, and sundry other more beside these. But I will neither add any more, nor prosecute these any farther At this time, cc j n-jn av-dc p-acp d. p-acp pns11 vmb av-dx vvi d av-dc, ccx vvi d d jc p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 139
1611 but giue place to other businesse. but give place to other business. cc-acp vvb n1 p-acp j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 139
1612 God the Father of Lights, and of Spirits, endow euery one of vs in our Places and Callings, with a competent measure of such Graces, as in his wisedome and goodnesse he shall see needefull and expedient for vs: God the Father of Lights, and of Spirits, endow every one of us in our Places and Callings, with a competent measure of such Graces, as in his Wisdom and Goodness he shall see needful and expedient for us: np1 dt n1 pp-f n2, cc pp-f n2, vvi d crd pp-f pno12 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2, a-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pns31 vmb vvi j cc j p-acp pno12: (9) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 139
1613 and so direct our harts, and tongues, and endeauours in the exercise and manifestation thereof, that by his good blessing vpon our labours wee may bee enabled to aduance his glory, propagate his truth, benefit his Church, discharge a good conscience in the meane time, and so Direct our hearts, and tongues, and endeavours in the exercise and manifestation thereof, that by his good blessing upon our labours we may be enabled to advance his glory, propagate his truth, benefit his Church, discharge a good conscience in the mean time, cc av vvb po12 n2, cc n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av, cst p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp po12 n2 pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vvi po31 n1, n1 po31 n1, vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 139
1614 and at the last make our account with comfort, at the appearing of our Lord Iesus Christ. To whom, &c. FINIS. and At the last make our account with Comfort, At the appearing of our Lord Iesus christ. To whom, etc. FINIS. cc p-acp dt ord vvi po12 vvb p-acp n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. p-acp ro-crq, av fw-la. (9) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 139
1615 THE FIRST SERMON. IOB. 29. VERS. 14, 15, 16, 17. 14. I put on righteousnesse, and it cloathed mee: THE FIRST SERMON. JOB. 29. VERS. 14, 15, 16, 17. 14. I put on righteousness, and it clothed me: dt ord n1. np1. crd fw-la. crd, crd, crd, crd crd pns11 vvd p-acp n1, cc pn31 vvd pno11: (10) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 147
1616 my judgement was as a robe and diadem. 15. I was eyes to the blinde; and feet was I to the lame. my judgement was as a robe and diadem. 15. I was eyes to the blind; and feet was I to the lame. po11 n1 vbds p-acp dt n1 cc n1. crd pns11 vbds n1 p-acp dt j; cc n2 vbds pns11 p-acp dt j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 147
1617 16. I was a father to the poore: and the cause which I knew not I searched out. 16. I was a father to the poor: and the cause which I knew not I searched out. crd pns11 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt j: cc dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvd xx pns11 vvn av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 147
1618 17. And I brake the jawes of the wicked; and plucked the spoyle out of his teeth. 17. And I brake the Jaws of the wicked; and plucked the spoil out of his teeth. crd cc pns11 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt j; cc vvd dt n1 av pp-f po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 147
1619 WHere silence against foule and false imputations may be interpreted a Confession ; WHere silence against foul and false imputations may be interpreted a Confessi; q-crq vvb p-acp j cc j n2 vmb vbi vvn dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 147
1620 there the protestation of a mans owne innocency is euer iust, and sometimes necessarie. When others doe vs open wrong ; there the protestation of a men own innocency is ever just, and sometime necessary. When Others do us open wrong; a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 d n1 vbz av j, cc av j. c-crq n2-jn vdb pno12 j n-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 147
1621 it is not now Vanity, but Charity, to doe our selues open right: and whatsoeuer appearance of folly or vaine boasting there is in so doing; it is not now Vanity, but Charity, to do our selves open right: and whatsoever appearance of folly or vain boasting there is in so doing; pn31 vbz xx av np1-n, p-acp n1, pc-acp vdi po12 n2 j n-jn: cc r-crq n1 pp-f n1 cc j j-vvg pc-acp vbz p-acp av vdg; (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 148
1622 they are chargeable with all that compell vs thereunto, and not wee. (I am become a foole in glorying; they Are chargeable with all that compel us thereunto, and not we. (I am become a fool in glorying; pns32 vbr j p-acp d cst vvb pno12 av, cc xx pns12. (pns11 vbm vvn dt n1 p-acp vvg; (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 148
1623 but yee haue compelled mee, 2 Cor. 12.11.) It was neither pride, nor passion in Iob, but such a compulsion as this, that made him so often in this booke proclaime his owne righteousnesse. but ye have compelled me, 2 Cor. 12.11.) It was neither pride, nor passion in Job, but such a compulsion as this, that made him so often in this book proclaim his own righteousness. cc-acp pn22 vhb vvn pno11, crd np1 crd.) pn31 vbds dx n1, ccx n1 p-acp np1, p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d, cst vvd pno31 av av p-acp d n1 vvi po31 d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 148
1624 Amongst whose many and grieuous afflictions, as it is hard to say which was the greatest; among whose many and grievous afflictions, as it is hard to say which was the greatest; p-acp r-crq d cc j n2, c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbds dt js; (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 148
1625 so we are sure this was not the least, that hee was to wrestle with the vniust and bitter vpbraidings of vnreasonable and incompassionate men. so we Are sure this was not the least, that he was to wrestle with the unjust and bitter upbraidings of unreasonable and incompassionate men. av pns12 vbr av-j d vbds xx dt ds, cst pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc j n2-vvg pp-f j cc j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 148
1626 They came to visit him as friends ; and as friends they should haue comforted him. But sorry friends they were, and miserable comforters: indeed not comforters, but tormentours ; They Come to visit him as Friends; and as Friends they should have comforted him. But sorry Friends they were, and miserable Comforters: indeed not Comforters, but tormentors; pns32 vvd p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp n2; cc c-acp n2 pns32 vmd vhi vvn pno31. p-acp j n2 pns32 vbdr, cc j n2: av xx n2, p-acp ng1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 148
1627 and Accusers rather than Friends. Seeing Gods hand heauie vpon him; and Accusers rather than Friends. Seeing God's hand heavy upon him; cc n2 av-c cs n2. vvg npg1 n1 j p-acp pno31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 148
1628 for want of better or other proofe, they charge him with Hypocrisie. And because they would not seeme to deale all in generalities (for against this generall accusation of hypocrisie, it was sufficient for him as generally to pleade the truth and vprightnesse of his heart;) they therefore goe on more particularly, (but as falsly) and as it were by way of instance, to charge him with Oppression. Thus Eliphaz by name taxeth him: for want of better or other proof, they charge him with Hypocrisy. And Because they would not seem to deal all in Generalities (for against this general accusation of hypocrisy, it was sufficient for him as generally to plead the truth and uprightness of his heart;) they Therefore go on more particularly, (but as falsely) and as it were by Way of instance, to charge him with Oppression. Thus Eliphaz by name Taxes him: c-acp n1 pp-f jc cc j-jn n1, pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp n1. cc c-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi d p-acp n2 (c-acp p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbds j p-acp pno31 p-acp av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1;) pns32 av vvi p-acp dc av-j, (cc-acp c-acp av-j) cc c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1. av np1 p-acp n1 vvz pno31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 148
1629 Chap. 22.6, &c. Thou hast taken a pledge from thy brother for naught; and hast stripped the naked of their cloathing. Chap. 22.6, etc. Thou hast taken a pledge from thy brother for nought; and hast stripped the naked of their clothing. np1 crd, av pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp pix; cc vh2 vvn dt j pp-f po32 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 148
1630 Thou hast not giuen water to the weary to drinke, and thou hast with holden bread from the hungry. Thou hast not given water to the weary to drink, and thou hast with held bred from the hungry. pns21 vh2 xx vvn n1 p-acp dt j pc-acp vvi, cc pns21 vh2 p-acp vvn n1 p-acp dt j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 148
1631 But as for the mighty man, hee had the earth; and the honourable man dwelt in it. But as for the mighty man, he had the earth; and the honourable man dwelled in it. cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vhd dt n1; cc dt j n1 vvd p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 148
1632 Thou hast sent widowes away empty, and the armes of the fatherlesse hast thou broken. Thou hast sent Widows away empty, and the arms of the fatherless hast thou broken. pns21 vh2 vvn n2 av j, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j vh2 pns21 vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 149
1633 Being thus shamefully, indeed shamelesly, vpbraided to his face, without any desert of his, by those men, who (if he had deserued it) should least of all haue done it, his neighbours and familiar friends: can you blame the good man, Being thus shamefully, indeed shamelessly, upbraided to his face, without any desert of his, by those men, who (if he had deserved it) should least of all have done it, his neighbours and familiar Friends: can you blame the good man, vbg av av-j, av av-j, vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, p-acp d n2, r-crq (cs pns31 vhd vvn pn31) vmd ds pp-f d vhb vdn pn31, po31 n2 cc j-jn n2: vmb pn22 vvi dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 149
1634 if to remoue such false aspersions, hee doe with more than ordinary freedome insist vpon his owne integritie in this behalfe? And that hee doth in this Chapter something largely; if to remove such false Aspersions, he do with more than ordinary freedom insist upon his own integrity in this behalf? And that he does in this Chapter something largely; cs pc-acp vvi d j n2, pns31 vdb p-acp dc cs j n1 vvi p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp d n1? cc cst pns31 vdz p-acp d n1 pi av-j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 149
1635 wherein he declareth how he demeaned himselfe in the time of his prosperitie in the administration of his Magistracy, farre otherwise than was layed to his charge. wherein he Declareth how he demeaned himself in the time of his Prosperity in the administration of his Magistracy, Far otherwise than was laid to his charge. c-crq pns31 vvz c-crq pns31 vvd px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-j av av vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 149
1636 [ When the eare heard mee, then it blessed mee; and when the eye saw mee, it gaue witnesse to mee. [ When the ear herd me, then it blessed me; and when the eye saw me, it gave witness to me. [ c-crq dt n1 vvd pno11, cs pn31 vvd pno11; cc c-crq dt n1 vvd pno11, pn31 vvd n1 p-acp pno11. (10) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 149
1637 Because I deliuered the poore that cryed, and the fatherlesse, and him that had none to helpe him. Because I Delivered the poor that cried, and the fatherless, and him that had none to help him. p-acp pns11 vvd dt j cst vvd, cc dt j, cc pno31 cst vhd pix pc-acp vvi pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 149
1638 The blessing of him that was ready to perish came vpon mee, and I caused the widowes heart to sing for ioy ] in the next immediate verses before these. The blessing of him that was ready to perish Come upon me, and I caused the Widows heart to sing for joy ] in the next immediate Verses before these. dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vbds j pc-acp vvi vvd p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vvd dt ng2 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 ] p-acp dt ord j n2 p-acp d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 149
1639 And then he goeth on in the words of my Text, I put on righteousnesse, and &c. It seemeth Iob was a good man, as well as a great: and being good, hee was by so much the better, by how much he was the greater. And then he Goes on in the words of my Text, I put on righteousness, and etc. It seems Job was a good man, as well as a great: and being good, he was by so much the better, by how much he was the greater. cc av pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vvd p-acp n1, cc av pn31 vvz np1 vbds dt j n1, c-acp av c-acp dt j: cc vbg j, pns31 vbds p-acp av av-d dt jc, p-acp c-crq d pns31 vbds dt jc. (10) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 149
1640 Nor was he only Bonus vir, a good man ; Nor was he only Bonus vir, a good man; ccx vbds pns31 av-j fw-la fw-la, dt j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 149
1641 and yet if but so, his friends had done him much wrong to make him an Hypocrite: but hee was Bonus Ciuis too, a good Common-wealths-man ; and yet if but so, his Friends had done him much wrong to make him an Hypocrite: but he was Bonus Civis too, a good Commonwealthsman; cc av cs cc-acp av, po31 n2 vhd vdn pno31 d n-jn pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1: cc-acp pns31 vbds np1 np1 av, dt j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 149
1642 and therefore his friends did him yet more wrong to make him an Oppressour. Indeed he was neither one, nor other. and Therefore his Friends did him yet more wrong to make him an Oppressor. Indeed he was neither one, nor other. cc av po31 n2 vdd pno31 av av-dc j-jn pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1. av pns31 vbds dx pi, ccx n-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 150
1643 But it is not so vsefull for vs to know what manner of man Iob was; But it is not so useful for us to know what manner of man Job was; p-acp pn31 vbz xx av j p-acp pno12 p-acp vvb r-crq n1 pp-f n1 np1 vbds; (10) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 150
1644 as to learne from him what manner of men wee should bee. as to Learn from him what manner of men we should be. c-acp p-acp vvb p-acp pno31 r-crq n1 pp-f n2 pns12 vmd vbi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 150
1645 The grieued spirit of Iob indeed at first vttered these words for his owne iustification: but the blessed Spirit of God hath since written them for our instruction ; The grieved Spirit of Job indeed At First uttered these words for his own justification: but the blessed Spirit of God hath since written them for our instruction; dt vvd n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp ord vvd d n2 p-acp po31 d n1: p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f np1 vhz p-acp vvn pno32 p-acp po12 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 150
1646 to teach vs from Iobs example how to vse that measure of greatnesse and power which hee hath giuen vs, be it more bee it lesse, to his glory and the common good. So that in these words we haue to consider, to teach us from Jobs Exampl how to use that measure of greatness and power which he hath given us, be it more be it less, to his glory and the Common good. So that in these words we have to Consider, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n2 n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12, vbb pn31 av-dc vbi pn31 av-dc, p-acp po31 vvb cc dt j j. av cst p-acp d n2 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 150
1647 as layed downe vnto vs vnder the person, and from the example of Iob, some of the maine and principall duties which concerne all those that liue in any degree of Eminencie or Authoritie either in Church or Common-wealth ; as laid down unto us under the person, and from the Exampl of Job, Some of the main and principal duties which concern all those that live in any degree of Eminency or authority either in Church or Commonwealth; c-acp vvn a-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d pp-f dt j cc j-jn n2 r-crq vvb d d cst vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 150
1648 and more specially those, that are in the Magistracie, or in any office appertaining to Iustice. and more specially those, that Are in the Magistracy, or in any office appertaining to Justice cc av-dc av-j d, cst vbr p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp n1 (10) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 150
1649 And those Duties are foure. One, and the first, as a more transcendent and fundamentall dutie: And those Duties Are foure. One, and the First, as a more transcendent and fundamental duty: cc d n2 vbr crd. crd, cc dt ord, c-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 150
1650 the other three, as accessorie helpes thereto, or subordinate parts thereof. the other three, as accessory helps thereto, or subordinate parts thereof. dt j-jn crd, c-acp j-jn n2 av, cc j n2 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 150
1651 That first is, a Care and Loue, and Zeale of Iustice. A good Magistrate should so make account of the administration of Iustice, as of his chiefest businesse; That First is, a Care and Love, and Zeal of Justice A good Magistrate should so make account of the administration of justice, as of his chiefest business; cst ord vbz, dt n1 cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 dt j n1 vmd av vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pp-f po31 js-jn n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 150
1652 making it his greatest glory and delight, Vers. 14. [ I put on righteousnesse, and it cloathed mee: making it his greatest glory and delight, Vers. 14. [ I put on righteousness, and it clothed me: vvg pn31 po31 js n1 cc n1, np1 crd [ pns11 vvd p-acp n1, cc pn31 vvd pno11: (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 150
1653 my iudgement was a robe, and a diadem. my judgement was a robe, and a diadem. po11 n1 vbds dt n1, cc dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 150
1654 ] The second is a forwardnesse vnto the workes of Mercy, and Charity, and Compassion. A good Magistrate should haue compassion of those that stand need of his helpe, ] The second is a forwardness unto the works of Mercy, and Charity, and Compassion. A good Magistrate should have compassion of those that stand need of his help, ] dt ord vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1. dt j n1 vmd vhi n1 pp-f d cst vvb n1 pp-f po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 150
1655 and be helpfull vnto them, vers. 15. and part of 16. [ I was eyes to the blinde, and be helpful unto them, vers. 15. and part of 16. [ I was eyes to the blind, cc vbi j p-acp pno32, fw-la. crd cc n1 pp-f crd [ pns11 vbds n1 p-acp dt j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 151
1656 and feete was I to the lame, I was a father to the poore. and feet was I to the lame, I was a father to the poor. cc n2 vbds pns11 p-acp dt j, pns11 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 151
1657 ] The Third is Diligence in Examination. A good Magistrate should not be hasty to credit the first tale, ] The Third is Diligence in Examination. A good Magistrate should not be hasty to credit the First tale, ] dt ord vbz n1 p-acp n1. dt j n1 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi dt ord n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 151
1658 or bee carryed away with light informations: or be carried away with Light informations: cc vbi vvn av p-acp j n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 151
1659 but he should heare, and examine, and scan, and sift matters as narrowly as may bee for the finding out of the truth, in the remainder of verse 16. [ And the cause which I knew not I searched out. but he should hear, and examine, and scan, and sift matters as narrowly as may be for the finding out of the truth, in the remainder of verse 16. [ And the cause which I knew not I searched out. cc-acp pns31 vmd vvi, cc vvb, cc n1, cc vvi n2 c-acp av-j c-acp vmb vbi p-acp dt vvg av pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 crd [ cc dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvd xx pns11 vvn av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 151
1660 ] The Fourth is, Courage and Resolution in Executing. A good Magistrate, when hee goeth vpon sure grounds, should not feare the faces of men, bee they neuer so mighty or many, ] The Fourth is, Courage and Resolution in Executing. A good Magistrate, when he Goes upon sure grounds, should not Fear the faces of men, be they never so mighty or many, ] dt ord vbz, n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg. dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j n2, vmd xx vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, vbb pns32 av-x av j cc d, (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 151
1661 but without respect of persons execute that which is equall and right euen vpon the greatest offender, Vers. 17. [ And I brake the iawes of the wicked, but without respect of Persons execute that which is equal and right even upon the greatest offender, Vers. 17. [ And I brake the Jaws of the wicked, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n2 vvb d r-crq vbz j-jn cc n-jn av p-acp dt js n1, np1 crd [ cc pns11 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 151
1662 and plucked the spoyle out of his teeth. ] Of these foure in their order: of the first, first, in these words, I put on righteousnesse, &c. This Metaphore of cloathing is much vsed in the Scriptures in this notion; and plucked the spoil out of his teeth. ] Of these foure in their order: of the First, First, in these words, I put on righteousness, etc. This Metaphor of clothing is much used in the Scriptures in this notion; cc vvd dt n1 av pp-f po31 n2. ] pp-f d crd p-acp po32 n1: pp-f dt ord, ord, p-acp d n2, pns11 vvd p-acp n1, av d n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-d vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 151
1663 as it is applyed to the soule, and things appertaining to the soule. In Psalme 109. Dauid vseth this imprecation against his enemies; as it is applied to the soul, and things appertaining to the soul. In Psalm 109. David uses this imprecation against his enemies; p-acp pn31 vbz vvd p-acp dt n1, cc n2 vvg p-acp dt n1. p-acp n1 crd np1 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 151
1664 [ Let mine aduersaries be cloathed with shame, and let them couer themselues with their owne confusion as with a cloake. [ Let mine Adversaries be clothed with shame, and let them cover themselves with their own confusion as with a cloak. [ vvb po11 n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1, cc vvb pno32 vvi px32 p-acp po32 d n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 151
1665 ] And the Prophet Esay, speaking of Christ and his kingdome, and the righteousnesse thereof, chap. 11. thus describeth it, [ Righteousnesse shall bee the girdle of his loynes, ] And the Prophet Isaiah, speaking of christ and his Kingdom, and the righteousness thereof, chap. 11. thus Describeth it, [ Righteousness shall be the girdle of his loins, ] cc dt n1 np1, vvg pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, cc dt n1 av, n1 crd av vvz pn31, [ n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 151
1666 and faithfulnesse the girdle of his reynes. and faithfulness the girdle of his reins. cc n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 151
1667 ] Likewise in the New Testament, St. Paul in one place biddeth vs put on the Lord Iesus Christ: ] Likewise in the New Testament, Saint Paul in one place bids us put on the Lord Iesus christ: ] av p-acp dt j n1, n1 np1 p-acp crd n1 vvz pno12 vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 np1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 152
1668 in an other exhorteth women to adorne themselues instead of broydered haire and gould and pearles and costly aray, with shamefastnesse and sobriety, in an other exhorteth women to adorn themselves instead of broidered hair and gold and Pearls and costly array, with shamefastness and sobriety, p-acp dt n-jn vvz n2 p-acp vvb px32 av pp-f j-vvn n1 cc n1 cc n2 cc j n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 152
1669 and (as becommeth women professing godlinesse) with good workes: and (as becomes women professing godliness) with good works: cc (c-acp vvz n2 vvg n1) p-acp j n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 152
1670 in a third furnisheth the spirituall souldier with shoes, girdle, brestplate, helmet, and all necessary accontrements from top to toe. in a third furnisheth the spiritual soldier with shoes, girdle, breastplate, helmet, and all necessary accoutrements from top to toe. p-acp dt ord vvz dt j n1 p-acp n2, n1, n1, n1, cc d j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 152
1671 In all which and other places, where the like Metaphore is vsed; In all which and other places, where the like Metaphor is used; p-acp d r-crq cc j-jn n2, c-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 152
1672 it is euer to bee vnderstood with allusion to one of the three speciall ends or vses of apparell. it is ever to be understood with allusion to one of the three special ends or uses of apparel. pn31 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp crd pp-f dt crd j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 152
1673 For we cloath our selues, either first, for necessitie and common decency, to couer our nakednesse; For we cloth our selves, either First, for necessity and Common decency, to cover our nakedness; p-acp po12 n1 po12 n2, d ord, p-acp n1 cc j n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 152
1674 or secondly, for security and defence against enemies; or thirdly, for state and solemnitie, and for distinction of offices and degrees. or secondly, for security and defence against enemies; or Thirdly, for state and solemnity, and for distinction of Offices and Degrees. cc ord, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n2; cc ord, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 152
1675 Our cloakes, and coates, and ordinary suites, wee all weare to couer our nakednesse: and these are Indumenta, knowne by no other but by the generall name of Cloathing or Apparell. Souldiers in the warres weare Morions, and Cuiraces, and Targets, and other habiliments for defence: and these are called Arma, Armes or Armour. Kings and Princes weare Crowns and Diadems ; Our cloaks, and coats, and ordinary suits, we all wear to cover our nakedness: and these Are Indumenta, known by no other but by the general name of Clothing or Apparel. Soldiers in the wars wear Morions, and Cuiraçes, and Targets, and other habiliments for defence: and these Are called Arma, Arms or Armour. Kings and Princes wear Crowns and Diadems; po12 n2, cc n2, cc j n2, pns12 d vvb p-acp vvi po12 n1: cc d vbr np1, vvn p-acp dx j-jn cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. n2 p-acp dt n2 vvb n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc j-jn n2 p-acp n1: cc d vbr vvn fw-la, n2 cc n1. n2 cc n2 vvb n2 cc n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 152
1676 inferiour Nobles, and Iudges, and Magistrates, and Officers, their Robes, and Furres, and Hoods, and other ornaments fitting to their seuerall degrees and offices, inferior Nobles, and Judges, and Magistrates, and Officers, their Robes, and Furs, and Hoods, and other Ornament fitting to their several Degrees and Offices, j-jn np1, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, po32 n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc j-jn n2 vvg p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 152
1677 for solemnitie of state, and as ensignes or markes of those places and stations wherein God hath set them: for solemnity of state, and as ensigns or marks of those places and stations wherein God hath Set them: c-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc c-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2 c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32: (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 152
1678 and these are Infulae, Ornaments or Roabes. It is true; and these Are Infulae, Ornament or Robes. It is true; cc d vbr np1, n2 cc n2. pn31 vbz j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 152
1679 Iustice, and Iudgement, and euery other good vertue and grace is all this vnto the soule; justice, and Judgement, and every other good virtue and grace is all this unto the soul; n1, cc n1, cc d j-jn j n1 cc n1 vbz d d p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1680 seruing her both for couert, and for protection, and for ornament: and so stand both for the garments, and for the armour, and for the roabes of the soule. serving her both for covert, and for protection, and for ornament: and so stand both for the garments, and for the armour, and for the robes of the soul. vvg po31 d p-acp j, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1: cc av vvb d p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1681 But here I take it, Iob alludeth especially to the third vse. The proprietie of the very words themselues giue it so: But Here I take it, Job alludeth especially to the third use. The propriety of the very words themselves give it so: p-acp av pns11 vvb pn31, np1 vvz av-j p-acp dt ord n1. dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 px32 vvn pn31 av: (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1682 for he saith he put righteousnesse and iudgement vpon him as a Robe and a Diadem ; for he Says he put righteousness and judgement upon him as a Robe and a Diadem; c-acp pns31 vvz pns31 vvd n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1683 and such things as these are worne, not for necessitie, but state. Iob was certainely a Magistrate, a Iudge at the least; and such things as these Are worn, not for necessity, but state. Job was Certainly a Magistrate, a Judge At the least; cc d n2 c-acp d vbr vvn, xx p-acp n1, p-acp n1. np1 vbds av-j dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt ds; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1684 it is euident from the seuenth verse: and to mee it seemeth not improbable that he was a King ; it is evident from the Seventh verse: and to me it seems not improbable that he was a King; pn31 vbz j p-acp dt ord n1: cc p-acp pno11 pn31 vvz xx j cst pns31 vbds dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1685 though not likely such as the Kings of the earth now are (whose dominions are wider, and power more absolute, ) yet possibly such as in those ancient times, though not likely such as the Kings of the earth now Are (whose Dominions Are wider, and power more absolute,) yet possibly such as in those ancient times, cs xx j d c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av vbr (rg-crq n2 vbr jc, cc n1 dc j,) av av-j d c-acp p-acp d j n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1686 and in those Easterne parts of the world were called Kings, viz. a kinde of petty Monarch, and supreme gouernour, within his owne territories, and in those Eastern parts of the world were called Kings, viz. a kind of Petty Monarch, and supreme governor, within his own territories, cc p-acp d j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn n2, n1 dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc j n1, p-acp po31 d n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1687 though perhaps but of one single City with the Suburbs, and some few neighbouring Villages. though perhaps but of one single city with the Suburbs, and Some few neighbouring Villages. cs av cc-acp pp-f crd j n1 p-acp dt n2, cc d d j-vvg n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1688 In the first Chapter it is said that hee was the greatest man of all the East: In the First Chapter it is said that he was the greatest man of all the East: p-acp dt ord n1 pn31 vbz vvn cst pns31 vbds dt js n1 pp-f d dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1689 and in this Chapter hee saith of himselfe, that when hee came in presence, the Princes and the Nobles held their tongues ; and in this Chapter he Says of himself, that when he Come in presence, the Princes and the Nobles held their tongues; cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz pp-f px31, cst c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1, dt n2 cc dt n2-j vvd po32 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1690 and, that hee sate as chiefe, and dwelt as a King in the Army ; and, that he sat as chief, and dwelled as a King in the Army; cc, cst pns31 vvd p-acp j-jn, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1691 and in this verse he speaketh as one that wore a Diadem, an ornament proper to Kings. and in this verse he speaks as one that wore a Diadem, an ornament proper to Kings. cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz c-acp pi cst vvd dt n1, dt n1 j p-acp n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 153
1692 Now Kings, wee know, and other Magistrates place much of their outward glory and state in their Diadems, and Robes, and peculiar Vestments: these things striking a kinde of reuerence into the subiect towards their Superiour; Now Kings, we know, and other Magistrates place much of their outward glory and state in their Diadems, and Robes, and peculiar Vestments: these things striking a kind of Reverence into the Subject towards their Superior; av n2, pns12 vvb, cc j-jn n2 n1 av-d pp-f po32 j n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc n2, cc j n2: d n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n-jn p-acp po32 j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 154
1693 and adding in the estimation of the people, both glory and honour, and Maiestie to the person, and withall pompe and state, and adding in the estimation of the people, both glory and honour, and Majesty to the person, and withal pomp and state, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 154
1694 and solemnity to the actions of the wearer. and solemnity to the actions of the wearer. cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 154
1695 By this speech then of putting on Iustice and Iudgement as a Robe and a Diademe, Iob sheweth, that the glorie and pride which Kings and Potentates are wont to take in their Crownes, and Scepters, and royall Vestments is not more, By this speech then of putting on justice and Judgement as a Robe and a Diadem, Job shows, that the glory and pride which Kings and Potentates Are wont to take in their Crowns, and Sceptres, and royal Vestments is not more, p-acp d n1 av pp-f vvg p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, np1 vvz, cst dt n1 cc n1 r-crq n2 cc n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc n2, cc j n2 vbz xx av-dc, (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 154
1696 than the glory and honour which hee placed in doing iustice and iudgement: hee thought that was true honour, not which reflected from these empty markes and ensignes of Dignitie, than the glory and honour which he placed in doing Justice and judgement: he Thought that was true honour, not which reflected from these empty marks and ensigns of Dignity, cs dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp vdg ng1 cc n1: pns31 vvd cst vbds j vvi, xx r-crq vvn p-acp d j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 154
1697 but which sprang from those vertues, wherof these are but dumbe remembrancers. If we desire yet more light into the Metaphore ; but which sprang from those Virtues, whereof these Are but dumb remembrancers. If we desire yet more Light into the Metaphor; cc-acp r-crq vvd p-acp d n2, c-crq d vbr p-acp j n2. cs pns12 vvb av av-dc j p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 154
1698 wee may borrow some from Dauid, Psalme 109. where speaking of the wicked, he saith Vers. 17. that hee cloathed himselfe with cursing like a garment : we may borrow Some from David, Psalm 109. where speaking of the wicked, he Says Vers. 17. that he clothed himself with cursing like a garment: pns12 vmb vvi d p-acp np1, n1 crd n1 vvg pp-f dt j, pns31 vvz np1 crd d pns31 vvd px31 p-acp vvg av-j dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 154
1699 and by that hee meaneth no other than what hee had spoken in the next verse before, plainely and without a Metaphore, His delight was in cursing. and by that he means no other than what he had spoken in the next verse before, plainly and without a Metaphor, His delight was in cursing. cc p-acp cst pns31 vvz dx j-jn av r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp dt ord n1 a-acp, av-j cc p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 vbds p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 154
1700 By the Analogie of which place wee may not vnfitly vnderstand these words of Iob, as intimating the great loue hee had vnto Iustice, By the Analogy of which place we may not unfitly understand these words of Job, as intimating the great love he had unto justice, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 pns12 vmb xx av-j vvi d n2 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg dt j vvb pns31 vhd p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 154
1701 and the great pleasure and delight hee tooke therein. Ioyne this to the former; and they giue vs a full meaning. and the great pleasure and delight he took therein. Join this to the former; and they give us a full meaning. cc dt j n1 cc n1 pns31 vvd av. vvb d p-acp dt j; cc pns32 vvb pno12 dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 154
1702 Neuer ambitious vsurper tooke more pride in his new gotten Crowne or Scepter, neuer proud Minion tooke more pleasure in her new and gorgeous apparell: than Iob did true glory and delight in doing iustice and iudgement. Never ambitious usurper took more pride in his new got Crown or Sceptre, never proud Minion took more pleasure in her new and gorgeous apparel: than Job did true glory and delight in doing Justice and judgement. av-x j n1 vvd dc n1 p-acp po31 j j-vvn vvi cc n1, av-x j n1 vvd dc n1 p-acp po31 j cc j n1: av np1 vdd j n1 cc vvb p-acp vdg n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 155
1703 He put on righteousnesse, and it cloathed him; and iudgement was to him, what to others a Robe and a Diademe is: honourable and delightfull. He put on righteousness, and it clothed him; and judgement was to him, what to Others a Robe and a Diadem is: honourable and delightful. pns31 vvd p-acp n1, cc pn31 vvn pno31; cc n1 vbds p-acp pno31, r-crq p-acp n2-jn dt n1 cc dt n1 vbz: j cc j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 155
1704 Here then the Magistrate and euerie officer of Iustice may learne his first and principall, and (if I may so speake) his Master-duty, (and let that bee the first obseruation:) namely, to doe iustice and iudgement with delight, and zeale, and chearefulnesse. I call it his Master-duty; Here then the Magistrate and every officer of justice may Learn his First and principal, and (if I may so speak) his Master-duty, (and let that be the First observation:) namely, to do Justice and judgement with delight, and zeal, and cheerfulness. I call it his Master-duty; av av dt n1 cc d n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi po31 ord cc n-jn, cc (cs pns11 vmb av vvi) po31 n1, (cc vvb cst vbb dt ord n1:) av, pc-acp vdi n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1. pns11 vvb pn31 po31 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 155
1705 because where this is once rightly and soundly rooted in the conscience, the rest will come on easily, and of themselues. Because where this is once rightly and soundly rooted in the conscience, the rest will come on Easily, and of themselves. c-acp c-crq d vbz a-acp av-jn cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp av-j, cc pp-f px32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 155
1706 This must be his primum, and his vltimum ; This must be his primum, and his vltimum; d vmb vbi po31 fw-la, cc po31 fw-la; (10) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 155
1707 the formost of his desires, and the vtmost of his endeauours, to doe iustice and iudgement. the foremost of his Desires, and the utmost of his endeavours, to do Justice and judgement. dt js pp-f po31 n2, cc dt j pp-f po31 n2, pc-acp vdi n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 155
1708 Hee must make it his chiefest businesse ; He must make it his chiefest business; pns31 vmb vvi pn31 po31 js-jn n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 155
1709 and yet count it his lightsomest recreation: make it the first and lowest step of his care ; and yet count it his lightsomest recreation: make it the First and lowest step of his care; cc av vvb pn31 po31 js n1: vvb pn31 dt ord cc js vvb pp-f po31 vvb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 155
1710 and yet withall count it the last and highest rise of his honour. The first thing we doe in the morning before we either eate or drinke, and yet withal count it the last and highest rise of his honour. The First thing we do in the morning before we either eat or drink, cc av av vvi pn31 dt ord cc js vvb pp-f po31 vvi. dt ord n1 pns12 vdb p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns12 d vvi cc vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 155
1711 or buckle about any worldly businesse, is to put our cloathes about vs: wee say, wee are not ready, till we haue done that. or buckle about any worldly business, is to put our clothes about us: we say, we Are not ready, till we have done that. cc vvi p-acp d j n1, vbz p-acp vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno12: pns12 vvb, pns12 vbr xx j, c-acp pns12 vhb vdn d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 155
1712 Euen thus should euery good Magistrate doe: before his priuate, hee should thinke of the publike affaires; Eve thus should every good Magistrate do: before his private, he should think of the public affairs; np1 av vmd d j n1 vdb: c-acp po31 j-jn, pns31 vmd vvi pp-f dt j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 155
1713 and not count himselfe ready to go about his owne profits, his shop, his ship, his lands, his reckonings, much lesse about his vaine pleasures, his iades, his curres, his kites, his any thing else, till first with Iob, hee had put on righteousnesse as a garment, and not count himself ready to go about his own profits, his shop, his ship, his Lands, his reckonings, much less about his vain pleasures, his jades, his curs, his kites, his any thing Else, till First with Job, he had put on righteousness as a garment, cc xx vvi px31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n2, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n2, po31 n2-vvg, d dc p-acp po31 j n2, po31 n2, po31 n2, po31 n2, po31 d n1 av, c-acp ord p-acp np1, pns31 vhd vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 155
1714 and cloathed himselfe with iudgement as with a Robe and a Diademe. and clothed himself with judgement as with a Robe and a Diadem. cc vvd px31 p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 155
1715 Nor let any man thinke this affection to iustice to haue been singular in Iob: much lesse impute it to simplicitie in him. For behold another like affectioned; Nor let any man think this affection to Justice to have been singular in Job: much less impute it to simplicity in him. For behold Another like affectioned; ccx vvb d n1 vvb d n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vhi vbn j p-acp np1: av-d av-dc vvi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. p-acp vvi j-jn av-j j-vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 156
1716 and he a greater, & I may say too a wiser than Iob: for God himselfe hath witnessed of him, that for wisedome there was neuer his like before him, and he a greater, & I may say too a Wiser than Job: for God himself hath witnessed of him, that for Wisdom there was never his like before him, cc pns31 dt jc, cc pns11 vmb vvi av dt jc cs np1: p-acp np1 px31 vhz vvn pp-f pno31, cst p-acp n1 a-acp vbds av-x po31 j p-acp pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 156
1717 nor should come after him, Salomon the King. nor should come After him, Solomon the King. ccx vmd vvi p-acp pno31, np1 dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 156
1718 Who so much manifested his loue and affection to iustice and iudgement, that when God put him to his choyce to aske what he would, Who so much manifested his love and affection to Justice and judgement, that when God put him to his choice to ask what he would, r-crq av av-d vvn po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cst c-crq np1 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmd, (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 156
1719 and he should haue it, he asked not long life, or riches, or victory, or any other thing, but onely wisedome ; and he should have it, he asked not long life, or riches, or victory, or any other thing, but only Wisdom; cc pns31 vmd vhi pn31, pns31 vvd xx av-j n1, cc n2, cc n1, cc d j-jn n1, cc-acp av-j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 156
1720 and that in this kind, Prudentiam regitiuam, wisedome to discerne betweene good and bad, that hee might goe in and out before the people with skill, and that in this kind, Prudentiam regitiuam, Wisdom to discern between good and bad, that he might go in and out before the people with skill, cc cst p-acp d n1, fw-la fw-la, n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp cc av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 156
1721 and rule them prudently with all his might in righteousnesse and equitie. and Rule them prudently with all his might in righteousness and equity. cc vvi pno32 av-j p-acp d po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 156
1722 And the Text saith, The speech pleased the Lord, that Salomon had asked this thing. Magistrates should subscribe to Salomons iudgement, who is wiser than the wisest of them: And the Text Says, The speech pleased the Lord, that Solomon had asked this thing. Magistrates should subscribe to Solomon's judgement, who is Wiser than the Wisest of them: cc dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vvd dt n1, cst np1 vhd vvn d n1. n2 vmd vvi p-acp np1 n1, r-crq vbz jc cs dt js pp-f pno32: (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 156
1723 and yet for farther conuiction, behold a wiser than Salomon is here; and yet for farther conviction, behold a Wiser than Solomon is Here; cc av p-acp jc n1, vvb dt jc cs np1 vbz av; (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 156
1724 euen Iesus Christ the righteous, the God of Salomon, and the Sauiour of Salomon, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisedome and knowledge. even Iesus christ the righteous, the God of Solomon, and the Saviour of Solomon, in whom Are hidden all the treasures of Wisdom and knowledge. av np1 np1 dt j, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq vbr vvn d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 156
1725 Of whom Dauid hauing said in Psal. 45. that the scepter of his kingdome is a righteous scepter, hee proceedeth immediately to shew wherein especially consisted the righteousnesse of the Scepter of his Kingdome: Of whom David having said in Psalm 45. that the sceptre of his Kingdom is a righteous sceptre, he Proceedeth immediately to show wherein especially consisted the righteousness of the Sceptre of his Kingdom: pp-f ro-crq np1 vhg vvn p-acp np1 crd d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vvz av-j pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 156
1726 Not so much in doing righteousnesse and punishing iniquitie, (though that also;) as in louing righteousnesse, and hating iniquitie. Not so much in doing righteousness and punishing iniquity, (though that also;) as in loving righteousness, and hating iniquity. xx av av-d p-acp vdg n1 cc vvg n1, (cs d av;) p-acp p-acp vvg n1, cc vvg n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 156
1727 The Scepter of thy kingdome is a righteous Scepter: Thou hast loued righteousnesse, and hated iniquitie; The Sceptre of thy Kingdom is a righteous Sceptre: Thou hast loved righteousness, and hated iniquity; dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vbz dt j n1: pns21 vh2 vvn n1, cc j-vvn n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 157
1728 therefore God, &c. And you heard already out of the eleuenth of Esay, that righteousnesse was the girdle of his loynes, Therefore God, etc. And you herd already out of the Eleventh of Isaiah, that righteousness was the girdle of his loins, av np1, av cc pn22 vvd av av pp-f dt ord pp-f np1, cst n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 157
1729 and faithfulnesse the girdle of his reines. and faithfulness the girdle of his reins. cc n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 157
1730 Magistrates from the examples of Iob, of Salomon, of Iesus Christ himselfe, should learne to make iustice and iudgement their greatest both glory and delight. Magistrates from the Examples of Job, of Solomon, of Iesus christ himself, should Learn to make Justice and judgement their greatest both glory and delight. n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f np1, pp-f np1 np1 px31, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 po32 js av-d n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 157
1731 To bad things examples will draw vs on fast enough; without, yea, many times against reason: To bad things Examples will draw us on fast enough; without, yea, many times against reason: p-acp j n2 n2 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp av-j av-d; p-acp, uh, d n2 p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 157
1732 but in good things, it is wel if examples and reasons together can any thing at all preuaile with vs. And here if reason may rule vs; but in good things, it is well if Examples and Reasons together can any thing At all prevail with us And Here if reason may Rule us; p-acp p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz av cs n2 cc n2 av vmb d n1 p-acp d vvb p-acp pno12 cc av cs vvb vmb vvi pno12; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 157
1733 surely good reason there is, we should be thus affectioned to iustice, as hath been said: surely good reason there is, we should be thus affectioned to Justice, as hath been said: av-j j n1 pc-acp vbz, pns12 vmd vbi av j-vvn p-acp n1, c-acp vhz vbn vvn: (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 157
1734 whether wee respect the thing it selfe, or God, or our selues, or others. The thing it selfe, Iustice, both in the common consideration of it, whither we respect the thing it self, or God, or our selves, or Others. The thing it self, justice, both in the Common consideration of it, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pn31 n1, cc np1, cc po12 n2, cc n2-jn. dt n1 pn31 n1, n1, d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 157
1735 as it is a vertue, is, as euery other vertue is, honourable and louely, and to bee desired for its owne sake: as it is a virtue, is, as every other virtue is, honourable and lovely, and to be desired for its own sake: c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, vbz, c-acp d j-jn n1 vbz, j cc j, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 157
1736 and in the speciall nature of it, as it is iustice, is a vertue so necessarie and profitable to humane, societie, and in the special nature of it, as it is Justice, is a virtue so necessary and profitable to humane, society, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pn31 vbz n1, vbz dt n1 av j cc j p-acp j, n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 157
1737 and withall so comprehensiue of all other vertues, as that those men who labor to peruert it, doe yet honour it; and withal so comprehensive of all other Virtues, as that those men who labour to pervert it, do yet honour it; cc av av j pp-f d j-jn n2, c-acp cst d n2 r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, vdb av n1 pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 157
1738 and euen those men who themselues will not vse it, cannot yet but loue it, at leastwise commend it in others. and even those men who themselves will not use it, cannot yet but love it, At leastwise commend it in Others. cc av d n2 r-crq px32 vmb xx vvi pn31, vmbx av cc-acp vvb pn31, p-acp av vvb pn31 p-acp n2-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 157
1739 Iudgement, Mercy, and Faithfulnesse our Sauiour Christ, reckoneth as the weightiest matters of the Law, Matth. 23. And euery man (saith Salomon, Prou. 24.) will kisse his lips, that giueth a right answer: that is; Judgement, Mercy, and Faithfulness our Saviour christ, Reckoneth as the Weightiest matters of the Law, Matthew 23. And every man (Says Solomon, Prou. 24.) will kiss his lips, that gives a right answer: that is; n1, n1, cc n1 po12 n1 np1, vvz p-acp dt js n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd cc d n1 (vvz np1, np1 crd) vmb vvi po31 n2, cst vvz dt j-jn n1: cst vbz; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 157
1740 Euery man will loue and honour him, that loueth and honoureth Iustice. Ought you to delight in any thing more than vertue ; Every man will love and honour him, that loves and Honoureth Justice Ought you to delight in any thing more than virtue; d n1 vmb vvi cc vvi pno31, cst vvz cc vvz n1 vmd pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 av-dc cs n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 158
1741 or in any vertue more than the best ? and such is Iustice. Againe, by due administration of iustice and iudgement God is much glorified. Glorified in the encouragement of his seruants, when for wel-doing they are rewarded: glorified in the destruction of the wicked, when for offending they are punished: glorified in the encrease, or in any virtue more than the best? and such is Justice Again, by due administration of Justice and judgement God is much glorified. Glorified in the encouragement of his Servants, when for welldoing they Are rewarded: glorified in the destruction of the wicked, when for offending they Are punished: glorified in the increase, cc p-acp d n1 av-dc cs dt av-js? cc d vbz n1 av, p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 np1 vbz d vvn. vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, c-crq p-acp j pns32 vbr vvn: vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, c-crq p-acp vvg pns32 vbr vvn: vvn p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 158
1742 and in the peace and prosperitie of his Kingdome, which hereby is both preserued and enlarged: glorified in expression and imitation of his infinite perfections, and in the peace and Prosperity of his Kingdom, which hereby is both preserved and enlarged: glorified in expression and imitation of his infinite perfections, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq av vbz d vvn cc vvn: vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 158
1743 when they who are his ministers and deputies for this very thing, for the execution of iustice, doe labour to resemble him whose ministers and deputies they are, in this very thing, in being iust, euen as he is iust. Ought you not to count it your greatest glory to seeke his ? and can you doe that more readily or effectually, when they who Are his Ministers and deputies for this very thing, for the execution of Justice, do labour to resemble him whose Ministers and deputies they Are, in this very thing, in being just, even as he is just. Ought you not to count it your greatest glory to seek his? and can you do that more readily or effectually, c-crq pns32 r-crq vbr po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp d j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vdb vvi p-acp vvb pno31 rg-crq n2 cc n2 pns32 vbr, p-acp d j n1, p-acp vbg j, av-j c-acp pns31 vbz j. vmd pn22 xx pc-acp vvi pn31 po22 js vvb pc-acp vvi po31? cc vmb pn22 vdi d av-dc av-j cc av-j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 158
1744 than by doing iustice and iudgement? And as for our selues ; than by doing Justice and judgement? And as for our selves; cs p-acp vdg n1 cc n1? cc c-acp p-acp po12 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 158
1745 What comfort will it bee to our soules, when they can witnesse with vs, that we haue euen set our selues to doe good, in those callings wherein God hath set vs? Euery man that hath a Calling, must waite thereon, What Comfort will it be to our Souls, when they can witness with us, that we have even Set our selves to do good, in those callings wherein God hath Set us? Every man that hath a Calling, must wait thereon, q-crq n1 vmb pn31 vbi p-acp po12 n2, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vhb j vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vdi j, p-acp d n2 c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12? d n1 cst vhz dt vvg, vmb vvb av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 158
1746 and doe the duties belonging thereto, at his perill: and it will bee much for his ease to bee lightsome and chearefull therein. and do the duties belonging thereto, At his peril: and it will be much for his ease to be lightsome and cheerful therein. cc vdb dt n2 vvg av, p-acp po31 n1: cc pn31 vmb vbi av-d p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j cc j av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 158
1747 So shall he make of a necessitie a vertue ; and doe that with pleasure, which he must doe howsoeuer, or answer for the neglect: So shall he make of a necessity a virtue; and do that with pleasure, which he must do howsoever, or answer for the neglect: av vmb pns31 vvi pp-f dt n1 dt n1; cc vdb d p-acp n1, r-crq pns31 vmb vdi c-acp, cc vvi p-acp dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 158
1748 whereas otherwise, his Calling will be a continuall burden and wearinesse vnto him, and make his whole life no better nor other than a long and lasting affliction. And besides, we much deceiue our selues, whereas otherwise, his Calling will be a continual burden and weariness unto him, and make his Whole life no better nor other than a long and lasting affliction. And beside, we much deceive our selves, cs av, po31 vvg vmb vbi dt j vvb cc n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvi po31 j-jn n1 dx jc ccx j-jn cs dt av-j cc j-vvg n1. cc p-acp, pns12 d vvi po12 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 159
1749 if wee thinke our owne priuate good to bee seuered from the publike ; and so neglect the publike employments to follow our owne priuate affaires. if we think our own private good to be severed from the public; and so neglect the public employments to follow our own private affairs. cs pns12 vvb po12 d j j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j; cc av vvb dt j n2 pc-acp vvi po12 d j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 159
1750 For the priuate is not distinguisht from the publike ; but included in it: For the private is not distinguished from the public; but included in it: p-acp dt j vbz xx vvn p-acp dt j; cc-acp vvd p-acp pn31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 159
1751 and no man knoweth what mischiefes vnawares he prepareth for his priuate estate in the end; and no man Knoweth what mischiefs unawares he Prepareth for his private estate in the end; cc dx n1 vvz r-crq n2 av-j pns31 vvz p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 159
1752 whilest thinking to prouide well enough for himselfe, hee cherisheth in the meane time, or suffereth abuses in the publike. Ought wee not by making iustice and iudgement our glory and delight, to reape the comfort of it in our consciences, to sweeten the miseries and trauailes of our liues and callings, and to secure our priuate in the common safetie: whilst thinking to provide well enough for himself, he Cherishes in the mean time, or suffers Abuses in the public. Ought we not by making Justice and judgement our glory and delight, to reap the Comfort of it in our Consciences, to sweeten the misery's and travails of our lives and callings, and to secure our private in the Common safety: cs vvg pc-acp vvi av av-d c-acp px31, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, cc vvz n2 p-acp dt j. vmd pns12 xx p-acp vvg n1 cc n1 po12 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, cc p-acp j po12 j p-acp dt j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 159
1753 rather than by, or not doing iustice, or doing it heauily and heartlesly, wound our owne consciences, make the afflictions of this life yet more afflictiue, and in the decay of the publike insensibly promote the ruine of our priuate state and prosperitie? And lastly, if we respect others ; rather than by, or not doing Justice, or doing it heavily and heartlessly, wound our own Consciences, make the afflictions of this life yet more afflictive, and in the decay of the public insensibly promote the ruin of our private state and Prosperity? And lastly, if we respect Others; av-c cs p-acp, cc xx vdg n1, cc vdg pn31 av-j cc av-j, vvb po12 d n2, vvb dt n2 pp-f d n1 av dc j, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 cc n1? cc ord, cs pns12 vvb n2-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 159
1754 what can be more glorious for vs, than by our zeale and forwardnesse first to shame, and then to quicken vp the backwardnesse of others; what can be more glorious for us, than by our zeal and forwardness First to shame, and then to quicken up the backwardness of Others; q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp pno12, cs p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 ord p-acp n1, cc av p-acp vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 159
1755 that with ioynt hearts and hands they and we together may aime at the peace and prosperitie, that with joint hearts and hands they and we together may aim At the peace and Prosperity, cst p-acp j n2 cc n2 pns32 cc pns12 av vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 159
1756 and good of the Common wealth? It is not easie to say what manifold benefits redound to the Commonwealth from the due execution of iustice: and good of the Common wealth? It is not easy to say what manifold benefits redound to the Commonwealth from the due execution of Justice: cc j pp-f dt j n1? pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi r-crq j n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 159
1757 or from the slacking thereof, what a world of mischiefes. How honourable are we and glorious, or from the slacking thereof, what a world of mischiefs. How honourable Are we and glorious, cc p-acp dt j av, q-crq dt n1 pp-f n2. c-crq j vbr pns12 cc j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 159
1758 if by our zeale we haue been the happy instruments of those so many, so great benefits? How inglorious and vile, if by our zeal we have been the happy Instruments of those so many, so great benefits? How inglorious and vile, cs p-acp po12 n1 pns12 vhb vbn dt j n2 pp-f d av d, av j n2? c-crq j cc j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1759 if by our negligence wee haue made our selues guiltie of these so many, so great mischiefes! If wee neglect Iustice, we countenance disorders, which by iustice are repressed ; if by our negligence we have made our selves guilty of these so many, so great mischiefs! If we neglect justice, we countenance disorders, which by Justice Are repressed; cs p-acp po12 n1 pns12 vhb vvn po12 n2 j pp-f d av d, av j n2! cs pns12 vvb n1, pns12 vvb n2, r-crq p-acp n1 vbr vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1760 we disarme innocency, which by iustice is protected; we banish peace, which by iustice is maintained ; we disarm innocency, which by Justice is protected; we banish peace, which by Justice is maintained; pns12 vvi n1, r-crq p-acp n1 vbz vvn; pns12 vvb n1, r-crq p-acp n1 vbz vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1761 wee are traytors to the King and his Throne, which by iustice are established ; we Are Traitors to the King and his Throne, which by Justice Are established; pns12 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1, r-crq p-acp n1 vbr vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1762 wee pull vpon vs Gods plagues and iudgements, which by iustice are auerted. Ought wee not much rather by our forwardnesse in doing iustice to represse disorders, protect innocency, maintaine peace, secure the King and State, we pull upon us God's plagues and Judgments, which by Justice Are averted. Ought we not much rather by our forwardness in doing Justice to repress disorders, Pact innocency, maintain peace, secure the King and State, pns12 vvb p-acp pno12 ng1 n2 cc n2, r-crq p-acp n1 vbr vvn. vmd pns12 xx av-d av-c p-acp po12 n1 p-acp vdg n1 p-acp vvb n2, vvb n1, vvb n1, j dt n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1763 and turne away Gods iudgements from our selues and others? See now if wee haue not reason to loue iustice and iudgement, and turn away God's Judgments from our selves and Others? See now if we have not reason to love Justice and judgement, cc vvb av npg1 n2 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2-jn? n1 av cs pns12 vhb xx n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1764 and to make it our delight; and to make it our delight; cc pc-acp vvi pn31 po12 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1765 to put righteousnesse vpon vs, and to cloath vs with Iudgement as with a Roabe and a Diademe: being a thing in it selfe so excellent ; to put righteousness upon us, and to cloth us with Judgement as with a Robe and a Diadem: being a thing in it self so excellent; p-acp vvn n1 p-acp pno12, cc p-acp n1 pno12 p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1: vbg dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1 av j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1766 and being from it there redoundeth so much glory to God, to our selues so much comfort, and so much benefit vnto others. The inferences of vse from this first Dutie, as also from the rest, I omit for the present; and being from it there redoundeth so much glory to God, to our selves so much Comfort, and so much benefit unto Others. The inferences of use from this First Duty, as also from the rest, I omit for the present; cc vbg p-acp pn31 a-acp vvz av d vvb p-acp np1, p-acp po12 n2 av d vvi, cc av d n1 p-acp n2-jn. dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d ord n1, c-acp av p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb p-acp dt j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1767 reseruing them all to the later end: partly, because I would handle them all together; reserving them all to the later end: partly, Because I would handle them all together; vvg pno32 d p-acp dt jc n1: av, c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pno32 d av; (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1768 partly also, and especially, for that I desire to leaue them fresh in your memorie when you depart the Congregation. partly also, and especially, for that I desire to leave them fresh in your memory when you depart the Congregation. av av, cc av-j, c-acp cst pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp po22 n1 c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1769 And therefore without farther adoe I proceede forthwith to the next Dutie, contained in these words, [ I was eyes to the blind, And Therefore without farther ado I proceed forthwith to the next Duty, contained in these words, [ I was eyes to the blind, cc av p-acp jc n1 pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1, vvn p-acp d n2, [ pns11 vbds n1 p-acp dt j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1770 and feete was I to the lame; I was a father to the poore. ] and feet was I to the lame; I was a father to the poor. ] cc n2 vbds pns11 p-acp dt j; pns11 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt j. ] (10) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 160
1771 Wherein Iob declareth his owne readinesse in his place and calling to bee helpefull to those that were any way distressed, or stood need of him, by affording them such supply to his power as their seuerall necessities required. Wherein Job Declareth his own readiness in his place and calling to be helpful to those that were any Way distressed, or stood need of him, by affording them such supply to his power as their several necessities required. c-crq np1 vvz po31 d n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc vvg pc-acp vbi j p-acp d cst vbdr d n1 vvn, cc vvd n1 pp-f pno31, p-acp vvg pno32 d vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po32 j n2 vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 161
1772 And like him should euery Magistrate bee in this also; which I propose as the second Duty of the good Magistrate: And like him should every Magistrate be in this also; which I propose as the second Duty of the good Magistrate: cc vvb pno31 vmd d n1 vbi p-acp d av; r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 161
1773 hee must be forward to succour those that are distressed and oppressed; and to helpe and relieue them to his power. he must be forward to succour those that Are distressed and oppressed; and to help and relieve them to his power. pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp n1 d cst vbr vvn cc vvn; cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 161
1774 Mens necessities are many, and of great varietie: Men's necessities Are many, and of great variety: ng2 n2 vbr d, cc pp-f j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 161
1775 but most of them spring from one of these two defects, ignorance, or want of skill ; but most of them spring from one of these two defects, ignorance, or want of skill; cc-acp ds pp-f pno32 vvi p-acp crd pp-f d crd n2, n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 161
1776 and impotence, or want of power: here signified by Blindnesse, and Lamenesse. The blinde man perhaps hath his limbes, and strength to walke in the way, if hee could see it: and impotence, or want of power: Here signified by Blindness, and Lameness. The blind man perhaps hath his limbs, and strength to walk in the Way, if he could see it: cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1: av vvd p-acp n1, cc n1. dt j n1 av vhz po31 n2, cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vmd vvi pn31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 161
1777 but because hee wanteth his eyes, hee can neither finde the right way, nor spie the rubbes that are in it; but Because he Wants his eyes, he can neither find the right Way, nor spy the rubs that Are in it; cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n2, pns31 vmb av-dx vvi dt j-jn n1, ccx vvi dt vvz cst vbr p-acp pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 161
1778 and therefore hee must either sit still, or put himselfe vpon the necessitie of a double hazard, of stumbling, and of going wrong. The lame man perhaps hath his eyes and sight perfect, and Therefore he must either fit still, or put himself upon the necessity of a double hazard, of stumbling, and of going wrong. The lame man perhaps hath his eyes and sighed perfect, cc av pns31 vmb av-d vvi av, cc vvd px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, pp-f vvg, cc pp-f vvg vvi. dt j n1 av vhz po31 n2 cc n1 j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 161
1779 and knoweth which way hee should goe, and seeth it well enough: but because hee wanteth his limbes, hee is not able to stirre a foote forward; and Knoweth which Way he should go, and sees it well enough: but Because he Wants his limbs, he is not able to stir a foot forward; cc vvz r-crq n1 pns31 vmd vvi, cc vvz pn31 av av-d: cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n2, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 161
1780 and therefore he must haue patience perforce, and be content to fit still, because hee cannot doe withall. and Therefore he must have patience perforce, and be content to fit still, Because he cannot do withal. cc av pns31 vmb vhi n1 av, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi av, c-acp pns31 vmbx vdi av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 161
1781 Both the one, and the other may perish, vnlesse some good body helpe them: and become a guide to the blinde, a staffe to the lame; leading the one, and supporting the other. Both the one, and the other may perish, unless Some good body help them: and become a guide to the blind, a staff to the lame; leading the one, and supporting the other. av-d dt pi, cc dt n-jn vmb vvi, cs d j n1 vvi pno32: cc vvi dt vvb p-acp dt j, dt n1 p-acp dt j; vvg dt crd, cc vvg dt n-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 161
1782 Abroad in the world there are many, in euery Societie, Corporation, and Congregation there are some, of both sorts: Abroad in the world there Are many, in every Society, Corporation, and Congregation there Are Some, of both sorts: av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbr d, p-acp d n1, n1, cc n1 pc-acp vbr d, pp-f d n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1783 some Blinde, some Lame. Some that stand need of Counsell, and Aduice, and Direction; as the Blinde: others that stand need of Helpe, and Assistance, and supports; Some Blind, Some Lame. some that stand need of Counsel, and advice, and Direction; as the Blind: Others that stand need of Help, and Assistance, and supports; d j, d j. d cst vvb n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1; c-acp dt j: n2-jn cst vvb n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc vvz; (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1784 as the Lame. If there bee any other besides these, whose case deserueth pitie, in what kinde soeuer it bee; as the Lame. If there be any other beside these, whose case deserves pity, in what kind soever it be; c-acp dt j. cs pc-acp vbb d n-jn p-acp d, rg-crq n1 vvz n1, p-acp r-crq n1 av pn31 vbi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1785 the word Poore comprehendeth him, & maketh him a fit obiect for the care and compassion of the Magistrate. the word Poor comprehendeth him, & makes him a fit Object for the care and compassion of the Magistrate. dt n1 j vvz pno31, cc vv2 pno31 dt j n1 p-acp dt vvb cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1786 To each of these the Magistrate must bee a succourer to his power. Hee must bee, as here Iob was, an eye to the blinde, ignorantem dirigendo ; To each of these the Magistrate must be a succourer to his power. He must be, as Here Job was, an eye to the blind, ignorantem dirigendo; p-acp d pp-f d dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. pns31 vmb vbi, c-acp av np1 vbds, dt vvb p-acp dt j, fw-la fw-la; (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1787 by giuing sound and honest counsell the best hee can to them that are simple, or might without his helpe bee easily ouerseene. by giving found and honest counsel the best he can to them that Are simple, or might without his help be Easily overseen. p-acp vvg n1 cc j n1 dt js pns31 vmb p-acp pno32 cst vbr j, cc vmd p-acp po31 n1 vbi av-j vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1788 And hee must be, as here Iob was, feete to the Lame, impotentem adiuvando ; And he must be, as Here Job was, feet to the Lame, impotentem adiuvando; cc pns31 vmb vbi, c-acp av np1 vbds, n2 p-acp dt j, fw-la fw-la; (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1789 by giuing countenance and assistance in iust and honest causes the best hee can to them that are of meaner ability, by giving countenance and assistance in just and honest Causes the best he can to them that Are of meaner ability, p-acp vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp j cc j n2 dt js pns31 vmb p-acp pno32 cst vbr pp-f jc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1790 or might without his helpe bee easily ouerborne. or might without his help be Easily overborn. cc vmd p-acp po31 n1 vbi av-j vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1791 If there be either of these, or any other defect, which standeth need of a supply in any other man, hee must bee, If there be either of these, or any other defect, which Stands need of a supply in any other man, he must be, cs pc-acp vbb d pp-f d, cc d j-jn n1, r-crq vvz n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, pns31 vmb vbi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1792 as here Iob was, a father to the poore, indigentem subleuando ; as Here Job was, a father to the poor, indigentem subleuando; c-acp av np1 vbds, dt n1 p-acp dt j, fw-la fw-la; (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1793 by giuing conuenient safetie and protection the best hee can to them that are destitute of helpe, by giving convenient safety and protection the best he can to them that Are destitute of help, p-acp vvg j n1 cc n1 dt js pns31 vmb p-acp pno32 cst vbr j pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1794 and flye vnto him as to a sanctuarie for shelter and for refuge in any miserie, grieuance, or distresse. and fly unto him as to a sanctuary for shelter and for refuge in any misery, grievance, or distress. cc vvi p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, n1, cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1795 Vpon these hee must both haue compassion inwardly; and hee must shew it too outwardly: Affectu, and Effectu ; Upon these he must both have compassion inwardly; and he must show it too outwardly: Affectu, and Effectu; p-acp d pns31 vmb d vhb n1 av-j; cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av av-j: fw-la, cc fw-la; (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1796 pitying them in his heart, and helping them with his hand. pitying them in his heart, and helping them with his hand. vvg pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg pno32 p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 162
1797 It is not enough for him to see the Blinde, and the Lame, and the Poore ; It is not enough for him to see the Blind, and the Lame, and the Poor; pn31 vbz xx av-d p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi dt j, cc dt j, cc dt j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 163
1798 and to be sorry for them: but his compassion must be reall. Hee must lend his eyes to the blinde, to direct them; and to be sorry for them: but his compassion must be real. He must lend his eyes to the blind, to Direct them; cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno32: cc-acp po31 n1 vmb vbi j. pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi pno32; (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 163
1799 and he must lend his feet to the lame, to support them; and he must lend his feet to the lame, to support them; cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi pno32; (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 163
1800 and he must pitie the Poore as a father doth his children, so pitie them, that hee doe something for them. and he must pity the Poor as a father does his children, so pity them, that he do something for them. cc pns31 vmb vvi dt j p-acp dt n1 vdz po31 n2, av vvb pno32, cst pns31 vdb pi p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 163
1801 Princes, and Iudges, and Magistrates were not ordained altogether, nor yet so much for their owne sakes, that they might haue ouer whom to beare rule and to dominiere at pleasure; Princes, and Judges, and Magistrates were not ordained altogether, nor yet so much for their own sakes, that they might have over whom to bear Rule and to dominiere At pleasure; n2, cc n2, cc n2 vbdr xx vvd av, ccx av av av-d c-acp po32 d n2, cst pns32 vmd vhi a-acp ro-crq pc-acp vvi n1 cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 163
1802 as for the Peoples sakes, that the people might haue to whom to resort, and vpon whom to depend for helpe and succour, and reliefe in their necessities: as for the Peoples sakes, that the people might have to whom to resort, and upon whom to depend for help and succour, and relief in their necessities: c-acp p-acp dt ng1 n2, cst dt n1 vmd vhi pc-acp ro-crq pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp ro-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp po32 n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 163
1803 and they ought to remember, that for this end God hath endued them with that Power which others want; and they ought to Remember, that for this end God hath endued them with that Power which Others want; cc pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp d vvb np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d n1 r-crq n2-jn vvb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 163
1804 that they might by their power helpe them to right, who haue not power to right themselues. that they might by their power help them to right, who have not power to right themselves. cst pns32 vmd p-acp po32 n1 vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, r-crq vhb xx n1 pc-acp vvi px32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 163
1805 Hoc reges habent Magnificum, & ingens &c. Prodesse miseris, supplices fido lare Protegere, &c. This is the very thing, wherein the preeminence of Princes, Hoc reges habent Magnificum, & ingens etc. Profits miseris, supplices fido lare Protegere, etc. This is the very thing, wherein the preeminence of Princes, fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, cc fw-la av n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-it n1 np1, av d vbz dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 163
1806 and Magistrates, and great ones aboue the ordinarie sort •ingularly consisteth, and wherein specially they haue the aduantage, and whereby they hold the title of Gods, that they are able to doe good, and Magistrates, and great ones above the ordinary sort •ingularly Consisteth, and wherein specially they have the advantage, and whereby they hold the title of God's, that they Are able to do good, cc n2, cc j pi2 p-acp dt j n1 av-j vvz, cc c-crq av-j pns32 vhb dt n1, cc c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2, cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vdi j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 163
1807 and to helpe the distressed, more than others are. and to help the distressed, more than Others Are. cc pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn, av-dc cs n2-jn vbr. (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 163
1808 For which ability how they haue vsed it, they stand accountable to him from whom they haue receiued it: For which ability how they have used it, they stand accountable to him from whom they have received it: p-acp r-crq n1 c-crq pns32 vhb vvn pn31, pns32 vvb j p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vhb vvn pn31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 163
1809 and woe vnto them, if the accounts they bring in, be not in some reasonable proportion answerable to the receipts. Potentes potenter : and woe unto them, if the accounts they bring in, be not in Some reasonable proportion answerable to the receipts. Potentes potenter: cc n1 p-acp pno32, cs dt n2 pns32 vvb p-acp, vbb xx p-acp d j n1 j p-acp dt n2. fw-la fw-la: (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 163
1810 into whose hands much hath beene giuen, from their hands much will bee required ; into whose hands much hath been given, from their hands much will be required; p-acp rg-crq n2 d vhz vbn vvn, p-acp po32 n2 av-d vmb vbi vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 163
1811 and the mighty ones, if they haue not done a mightie deale of good withall, shall be mightily tormented. and the mighty ones, if they have not done a mighty deal of good withal, shall be mightily tormented. cc dt j pi2, cs pns32 vhb xx vdn dt j n1 pp-f j av, vmb vbi av-j vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1812 And as they haue receiued power from God; And as they have received power from God; cc c-acp pns32 vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1813 so they doe receiue honours, and seruices, and tributes from their people for the maintenance of that power: and these as wages by Gods righteous ordinance for their care and paines for the peoples good. so they do receive honours, and services, and Tributes from their people for the maintenance of that power: and these as wages by God's righteous Ordinance for their care and pains for the peoples good. av pns32 vdb vvi n2, cc n2, cc n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1: cc d c-acp n2 p-acp npg1 j n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n2 p-acp dt ng1 j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1814 God hath imprinted in the naturall conscience of euery man notions of feare, and honour, God hath imprinted in the natural conscience of every man notions of Fear, and honour, np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1815 and reuerence, and obedience, and subiection, and contribution, and other duties to bee performed towards Kings, and Reverence, and Obedience, and subjection, and contribution, and other duties to be performed towards Kings, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc j-jn n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1816 and Magistrates, and other superiours, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake: and Magistrates, and other superiors, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake: cc n2, cc n-jn n2-jn, xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp av c-acp n1 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1817 and all this for the maintenance of that power in them, by the right vse whereof themselues are againe maintained. and all this for the maintenance of that power in them, by the right use whereof themselves Are again maintained. cc d d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt j-jn n1 c-crq px32 vbr av vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1818 Now the same Conscience which bindeth vs who are vnder authoritie, to the performance ; bindeth you who are in authoritie to the requitall, of these duties. I say, the same Conscience ; Now the same Conscience which binds us who Are under Authority, to the performance; binds you who Are in Authority to the requital, of these duties. I say, the same Conscience; av dt d n1 r-crq vvz pno12 r-crq vbr p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1; vvz pn22 r-crq vbr p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pp-f d n2. pns11 vvb, dt d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1819 though not the same wrath: for here is the difference. Both Wrath and Conscience binde vs to our duties; though not the same wrath: for Here is the difference. Both Wrath and Conscience bind us to our duties; cs xx dt d n1: p-acp av vbz dt n1. av-d n1 cc n1 vvb pno12 p-acp po12 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1820 so that if wee withdraw our subiection, wee both wound our owne Consciences, and incurre your iust wrath: but only Conscience bindeth you to yours, and not Wrath ; so that if we withdraw our subjection, we both wound our own Consciences, and incur your just wrath: but only Conscience binds you to yours, and not Wrath; av cst cs pns12 vvb po12 n1, pns12 d vvb po12 d n2, cc vvi po22 j n1: p-acp j n1 vvz pn22 p-acp png22, cc xx n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1821 so that if yee withdraw your pelpe, we may not vse wrath, but must suffer it with patience, so that if ye withdraw your pelpe, we may not use wrath, but must suffer it with patience, av cst cs pn22 vvb po22 n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi n1, cc-acp vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1822 and permit all to the iudgement of your owne consciences, and of God the iudge of all mens Consciences. and permit all to the judgement of your own Consciences, and of God the judge of all men's Consciences. cc vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 d n2, cc pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f d ng2 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1823 But yet still in Conscience the obligation lyeth equally vpon you and vs. As wee are bound to giue you honour, so are you to giue vs safety ; But yet still in Conscience the obligation lies equally upon you and us As we Are bound to give you honour, so Are you to give us safety; p-acp av j p-acp n1 dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp pn22 cc pno12 c-acp pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pn22 vvi, av vbr pn22 pc-acp vvi pno12 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 164
1824 as wee to feare you, so you to helpe vs; as wee to fight for you, so you to care for vs ; as we to Fear you, so you to help us; as we to fight for you, so you to care for us; c-acp pns12 p-acp vvb pn22, av pn22 p-acp vvb pno12; c-acp pns12 p-acp vvb p-acp pn22, av pn22 p-acp vvb p-acp pno12; (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 165
1825 as wee to pay you tribute, so you to doe vs right. For, for this cause pay we tribute and other duties, as we to pay you tribute, so you to do us right. For, for this cause pay we tribute and other duties, c-acp pns12 p-acp vvb pn22 n1, av pn22 pc-acp vdi pno12 n-jn. p-acp, p-acp d n1 vvb pns12 n1 cc j-jn n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 165
1826 vnto you who are Gods ministers; euen because you ought to be attending continually vpon this very thing, to approue your selues as the ministers of God to vs for good. unto you who Are God's Ministers; even Because you ought to be attending continually upon this very thing, to approve your selves as the Ministers of God to us for good. p-acp pn22 r-crq vbr npg1 n2; av-j c-acp pn22 vmd pc-acp vbi vvg av-j p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 p-acp j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 165
1827 Oh that wee could all, superiours and inferiours, both one and other, remember what wee owed each to other, O that we could all, superiors and inferiors, both one and other, Remember what we owed each to other, uh cst pns12 vmd d, n2-jn cc n2-jn, d crd cc n-jn, vvb r-crq pns12 vvd d p-acp n-jn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 165
1828 and by mutually striuing to pay it to the vtmost, so endeauour our selues to fulfill the Law of God ! and by mutually striving to pay it to the utmost, so endeavour our selves to fulfil the Law of God! cc p-acp av-j vvg pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j, av vvb po12 n2 p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1! (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 165
1829 But in the meane time, wee are still iniurious, if either wee withdraw our subiection, or you your helpe ; But in the mean time, we Are still injurious, if either we withdraw our subjection, or you your help; p-acp p-acp dt j n1, pns12 vbr av j, cs d pns12 vvb po12 n1, cc pn22 po22 vvb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 165
1830 if either wee cast off the duty of children, or you the care of Fathers. Time was, if either we cast off the duty of children, or you the care of Father's. Time was, cs d pns12 vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc pn22 dt vvb pp-f n2. n1 vbds, (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 165
1831 when Iudges, and Nobles, and Princes delighted to bee called by the name of Fathers. The Philistims called their Kings by a peculiar appellatiue, Abimeleob ; when Judges, and Nobles, and Princes delighted to be called by the name of Father's. The philistines called their Kings by a peculiar appellative, Abimeleob; c-crq n2, cc n2-j, cc n2 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. dt njp2 vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt j j, vvb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 165
1832 as who say ▪ the King my Father. In Rome the Senatours were of old time called Patres, Fathers: and it was afterwards accounted among the Romans the greatest title of honour that could bee bestowed vpon their Consuls, Generalls, Emperours, as who say ▪ the King my Father. In Room the Senators were of old time called Patres, Father's: and it was afterwards accounted among the Roman the greatest title of honour that could be bestowed upon their Consuls, Generals, emperors, c-acp r-crq vvz ▪ dt n1 po11 n1. p-acp vvi dt n2 vbdr pp-f j n1 vvn fw-la, n2: cc pn31 vbds av vvn p-acp dt njp2 dt js n1 pp-f n1 cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, n2, n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 165
1833 or whosoeuer had deserued best of the Commonwealth, to haue this addition to the rest of his stile Pater patriae, a Father to his Countrie. or whosoever had deserved best of the Commonwealth, to have this addition to the rest of his style Pater patriae, a Father to his Country. cc r-crq vhd vvn js pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 fw-la fw-la, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 165
1834 Naamans seruants in 4 Kings 5. call him Father, My Father if the Prophet had commanded thee, &c. And on the other side Dauid the King speaketh vnto his Subiects, Naamans Servants in 4 Kings 5. call him Father, My Father if the Prophet had commanded thee, etc. And on the other side David the King speaks unto his Subjects, np1 n2 p-acp crd n2 crd vvi pno31 n1, po11 n1 cs dt n1 vhd vvn pno21, av cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n2-jn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 165
1835 as a father to his children in Psalme 34. Come yee children, &c. and Salomon in the Prouerbes euery where, My sonne: euen as Iob here accounteth himselfe a father to the poore. as a father to his children in Psalm 34. Come ye children, etc. and Solomon in the Proverbs every where, My son: even as Job Here accounteth himself a father to the poor. c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1 crd vvb pn22 n2, av cc np1 p-acp dt n2 d c-crq, po11 n1: av p-acp np1 av vvz px31 dt n1 p-acp dt j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 166
1836 Certainly to shew that some of these had, and that all good Kings and Gouernours should haue a fatherly care ouer, Certainly to show that Some of these had, and that all good Kings and Governors should have a fatherly care over, av-j pc-acp vvi cst d pp-f d vhd, cc cst d j n2 cc n2 vmd vhi dt j n1 a-acp, (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 166
1837 and beare a fatherly affection vnto those that are vnder them. and bear a fatherly affection unto those that Are under them. cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp d cst vbr p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 166
1838 All which yet, seeing it is intended to be done in honum vniuersitutis, must bee so vnderstood as that it may stand cum bono vniuersitatis, stand with equity and iustice, and with the common good. All which yet, seeing it is intended to be done in honum vniuersitutis, must be so understood as that it may stand cum Bono vniuersitatis, stand with equity and Justice, and with the Common good. d r-crq av, vvg pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp fw-la fw-la, vmb vbi av vvn p-acp cst pn31 vmb vvi fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt j j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 166
1839 For Mercy and Iustice must goe together, and helpe to temper the one the other. The Magistrate and Gouernour must bee a father to the poore: For Mercy and justice must go together, and help to temper the one the other. The Magistrate and Governor must be a father to the poor: p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt crd dt n-jn. dt n1 cc n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt j: (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 166
1840 to protect him from iniuries, and to relieue his necessities; but not to maintaine him in idlenesse. to Pact him from injuries, and to relieve his necessities; but not to maintain him in idleness. p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp n2, cc p-acp vvi po31 n2; cc-acp xx p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 166
1841 All that the Father oweth to the child is not loue and maintenance: he oweth too Education ; All that the Father owes to the child is not love and maintenance: he owes too Education; av-d d dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 vbz xx vvi cc n1: pns31 vvz av n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 166
1842 and he oweth him correction. A Father may loue his childe too fondly, and make him a wanton ; and he owes him correction. A Father may love his child too fondly, and make him a wanton; cc pns31 vvz pno31 n1. dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 av av-j, cc vvi pno31 dt j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 166
1843 he may maintaine him too highly, and make him a Prodigall: But he must giue him Nurture too, he may maintain him too highly, and make him a Prodigal: But he must give him Nurture too, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 av av-j, cc vvi pno31 dt j-jn: cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno31 n1 av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 166
1844 as well as Maintenance, lest he be better fed than taught; as well as Maintenance, lest he be better fed than taught; c-acp av c-acp n1, cs pns31 vbb jc vvn cs vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 166
1845 and correct him too, as well as loue him, lest hee bring him most griefe when hee should reape most comfort from him. and correct him too, as well as love him, lest he bring him most grief when he should reap most Comfort from him. cc j pno31 av, c-acp av c-acp vvb pno31, cs pns31 vvb pno31 av-ds n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi ds n1 p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 166
1846 Such a fatherly care ought the ciuill Magistrate to haue ouer the poore. Such a fatherly care ought the civil Magistrate to have over the poor. d dt j n1 vmd dt j n1 pc-acp vhi p-acp dt j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 166
1847 Hee must carefully defend them from wrongs and oppressions; hee must prouidently take order for their conuenient reliefe and maintenance: But that is not all, hee must as well make prouision to set them on worke, He must carefully defend them from wrongs and oppressions; he must providently take order for their convenient relief and maintenance: But that is not all, he must as well make provision to Set them on work, pns31 vmb av-j vvi pno32 p-acp n2-jn cc n2; pns31 vmb av-j vvi n1 p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1: p-acp d vbz xx d, pns31 vmb a-acp av vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 166
1848 and see that they follow it; and see that they follow it; cc vvi cst pns32 vvb pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1849 and he must giue them sharpe correction, when they grow idle, stubborne, dissolute, or any way out of order. and he must give them sharp correction, when they grow idle, stubborn, dissolute, or any Way out of order. cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32 j n1, c-crq pns32 vvb j, j, j, cc d n1 av pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1850 This he should do, and not leaue the other vndone. This he should do, and not leave the other undone. d pns31 vmd vdi, cc xx vvi dt j-jn vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1851 There is not any speech more frequent in the mouthes of beggars & wanderers, wherewith the Countrey now swarmeth, There is not any speech more frequent in the mouths of beggars & wanderers, wherewith the Country now swarmeth, pc-acp vbz xx d n1 av-dc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, c-crq dt n1 av vvz, (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1852 than that men would bee good to the poore : than that men would be good to the poor: cs d n2 vmd vbi j p-acp dt j: (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1853 and yet scarce any thing so much mistaken as that speech in both the termes of it; and yet scarce any thing so much mistaken as that speech in both the terms of it; cc av av-j d n1 av av-d vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1854 most men neither vnderstanding aright who are the poore, nor yet what it is to be good to them. most men neither understanding aright who Are the poor, nor yet what it is to be good to them. ds n2 dx n1 av r-crq vbr dt j, ccx av r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1855 Not he only is good to the poor, that deliuereth him when he is oppressed; nor is hee onely good to the poore, that relieueth him when he is distressed: Not he only is good to the poor, that Delivereth him when he is oppressed; nor is he only good to the poor, that relieveth him when he is distressed: xx pns31 av-j vbz j p-acp dt j, cst vvz pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn; ccx vbz pns31 av-j j p-acp dt j, cst vvz pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn: (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1856 but hee also is good to the poore, that punisheth him when he is idle. Hee is good to the poore that helpeth him, when hee wanteth: but he also is good to the poor, that Punisheth him when he is idle. He is good to the poor that Helpeth him, when he Wants: cc-acp pns31 av vbz j p-acp dt j, cst vvz pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz j. pns31 vbz j p-acp dt j cst vvz pno31, c-crq pns31 vvz: (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1857 and he is no lesse good to the poore, that whippeth him, when he deserueth. This is indeed to bee good to the poore; and he is no less good to the poor, that whippeth him, when he deserves. This is indeed to be good to the poor; cc pns31 vbz av-dx av-dc j p-acp dt j, cst vvz pno31, c-crq pns31 vvz. d vbz av p-acp vbb j p-acp dt j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1858 to giue him that almes first, which he wanteth most: if hee be hungry, it is almes to feed him; to give him that alms First, which he Wants most: if he be hungry, it is alms to feed him; pc-acp vvi pno31 d n2 ord, r-crq pns31 vvz av-ds: cs pns31 vbb j, pn31 vbz n2 p-acp vvb pno31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1859 but if he be idle and vntoward, it is almes to whip him. This is to be good to the poore: but if he be idle and untoward, it is alms to whip him. This is to be good to the poor: cc-acp cs pns31 vbb j cc j-u, pn31 vbz n2 p-acp vvb pno31. d vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j: (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1860 But who then are the poore, wee should be good too, as they interpret goodnesse? St. Paul would haue widowes honoured ; But who then Are the poor, we should be good too, as they interpret Goodness? Saint Paul would have Widows honoured; cc-acp q-crq av vbr dt j, pns12 vmd vbi j av, c-acp pns32 vvb n1? n1 np1 vmd vhi n2 j-vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1861 but yet those that are widowes indeed : but yet those that Are Widows indeed: cc-acp av d cst vbr n2 av: (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1862 so it is meete the poore should be relieued, but yet those that are poore indeede. Not euery one that begs is poore; so it is meet the poor should be relieved, but yet those that Are poor indeed. Not every one that begs is poor; av pn31 vbz j dt j vmd vbi vvn, cc-acp av d cst vbr j av. xx d pi cst vvz vbz j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 167
1863 not euery one that wanteth is poore, not euery one that is poore, is poore indeede. They are the poore, whom wee priuate men in Charitie, and you that are Magistrates in Iustice stand bound to relieue, who are old, not every one that Wants is poor, not every one that is poor, is poor indeed. They Are the poor, whom we private men in Charity, and you that Are Magistrates in justice stand bound to relieve, who Are old, xx d pi cst vvz vbz j, xx d pi cst vbz j, vbz j av. pns32 vbr dt j, r-crq pns12 j n2 p-acp n1, cc pn22 cst vbr n2 p-acp ng1 vvb vvn pc-acp vvi, r-crq vbr n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 168
1864 or impotent, and vnable to worke; or in these hard and depopulating times are willing, but cannot be set on worke; or impotent, and unable to work; or in these hard and depopulating times Are willing, but cannot be Set on work; cc j, cc j pc-acp vvi; cc p-acp d j cc vvg n2 vbr j, p-acp vmbx vbi vvn p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 168
1865 or haue a greater charge vpon them than can bee maintained by their worke. These, and such as these, are the poore indeede: or have a greater charge upon them than can be maintained by their work. These, and such as these, Are the poor indeed: cc vhb dt jc vvb p-acp pno32 cs vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1. np1, cc d c-acp d, vbr dt j av: (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 168
1866 let vs all bee good to such as these. let us all be good to such as these. vvb pno12 d vbb j p-acp d c-acp d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 168
1867 Bee wee that are priuate men as Brethren to these poore ones, and shew them Mercy: be you that are Magistrates as Fathers to these poore ones, Bee we that Are private men as Brothers to these poor ones, and show them Mercy: be you that Are Magistrates as Father's to these poor ones, n1 pns12 d vbr j n2 c-acp n2 p-acp d j pi2, cc vvi pno32 n1: vbb pn22 cst vbr n2 p-acp ng1 p-acp d j pi2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 168
1868 and doe them Iustice. But as for those idle stubborne professed wanderers, that can and may and will not worke, and do them Justice But as for those idle stubborn professed wanderers, that can and may and will not work, cc vdb pno32 n1 p-acp c-acp p-acp d j j j-vvn n2, cst vmb cc vmb cc vmb xx vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 168
1869 and vnder the name and habit of pouerty rob the poore indeed of our almes and their maintenance: and under the name and habit of poverty rob the poor indeed of our alms and their maintenance: cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvi dt j av pp-f po12 n2 cc po32 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 168
1870 let vs harden our hearts against them, and not give them; doe you execute the seuerity of the Law vpon them, and not spare them. let us harden our hearts against them, and not give them; do you execute the severity of the Law upon them, and not spare them. vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32, cc xx vvi pno32; vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc xx vvi pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 168
1871 It is St. Paules Order, nay it is the Ordinance of the Holy Ghost, and wee should all put to our helping hands to see it kept, He that will not labour, let him not eate. It is Saint Paul's Order, nay it is the Ordinance of the Holy Ghost, and we should all put to our helping hands to see it kept, He that will not labour, let him not eat. pn31 vbz n1 npg1 vvb, uh-x pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc pns12 vmd d vvi p-acp po12 j-vvg n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvd, pns31 cst vmb xx vvi, vvb pno31 xx vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 168
1872 These vlcers and drones of the Common-wealth are ill worthy of any honest mans almes, of any good Magistrates protection. Hitherto of the Magistrates second Dutie, with the Reasons and extent therof, I was eyes to the blinde, These ulcers and drones of the Commonwealth Are ill worthy of any honest men alms, of any good Magistrates protection. Hitherto of the Magistrates second Duty, with the Reasons and extent thereof, I was eyes to the blind, d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av-jn j pp-f d j ng1 n2, pp-f d j n2 n1. av pp-f dt n2 ord n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n1 av, pns11 vbds n1 p-acp dt j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 168
1873 and feete was I to the Lame: I was a Father to the poore. and feet was I to the Lame: I was a Father to the poor. cc n2 vbds pns11 p-acp dt j: pns11 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 168
1874 Followeth next the third Duty, in these words, The cause which I knew not I searched out. Follows next the third Duty, in these words, The cause which I knew not I searched out. vvz ord dt ord n1, p-acp d n2, dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvd xx pns11 vvn av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 168
1875 Of which words some frame the Coherence with the former, as if Iob had meant to cleare his Mercy to the poore from suspition of Partiality and iniustice: Of which words Some frame the Coherence with the former, as if Job had meant to clear his Mercy to the poor from suspicion of Partiality and injustice: pp-f r-crq n2 d n1 dt n1 p-acp dt j, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 168
1876 and as if he had said; I was a father indeed to the poore; pitifull and mercifull to him, and ready to shew him any lawfull fauour: and as if he had said; I was a father indeed to the poor; pitiful and merciful to him, and ready to show him any lawful favour: cc c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; pns11 vbds dt n1 av p-acp dt j; j cc j p-acp pno31, cc j pc-acp vvi pno31 d j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 168
1877 but yet not so, as in pity to him, to forget or peruert Iustice. I was euer carefull before I would either speake or doe for him, to bee first assured his cause was right and good: but yet not so, as in pity to him, to forget or pervert Justice I was ever careful before I would either speak or do for him, to be First assured his cause was right and good: cc-acp av xx av, c-acp p-acp vvb p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 pns11 vbds av j c-acp pns11 vmd d vvi cc vdb p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbi ord vvn po31 n1 vbds j-jn cc j: (10) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 169
1878 and for that purpose, if it were doubtfull, I searched it out, and examined it, before I would countenance either him or it. and for that purpose, if it were doubtful, I searched it out, and examined it, before I would countenance either him or it. cc p-acp d n1, cs pn31 vbdr j, pns11 vvd pn31 av, cc vvd pn31, c-acp pns11 vmd vvi av-d pno31 cc pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 169
1879 Certainely thus to do is agreeable to the rule of Iustice ; yea and of Mercy too: Certainly thus to do is agreeable to the Rule of justice; yea and of Mercy too: av-j av pc-acp vdi vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; uh cc pp-f n1 av: (10) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 169
1880 for it is one Rule in shewing Mercy, that it be euer done salvis pietate & iustitiâ, without preiudice done to pietie and iustice. for it is one Rule in showing Mercy, that it be ever done Salvis Piate & iustitiâ, without prejudice done to piety and Justice. c-acp pn31 vbz crd n1 p-acp vvg n1, cst pn31 vbb av vdn n2 vvi cc fw-la, p-acp n1 vdn p-acp n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 169
1881 And as to this particular, the Commandement of God is expresse for it in Exod. 23. Thou shalt not countenance no not a poore man in his cause. And as to this particular, the Commandment of God is express for it in Exod 23. Thou shalt not countenance no not a poor man in his cause. cc c-acp p-acp d j, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j p-acp pn31 p-acp np1 crd pns21 vm2 xx vvi dx xx dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 169
1882 Now if we should thus vnderstand the coherence of the words; the speciall duty which Magistrates should hence learne, would be Indifferency : Now if we should thus understand the coherence of the words; the special duty which Magistrates should hence Learn, would be Indifferency: av cs pns12 vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2; dt j n1 r-crq n2 vmd av vvi, vmd vbi n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 169
1883 in the administration of Iustice not to make difference of rich or poore, far or neare, friend or foe, one or other; in the administration of justice not to make difference of rich or poor, Far or near, friend or foe, one or other; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 xx pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f j cc j, av-j cc av-j, n1 cc n1, crd cc n-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 169
1884 but to consider only and barely the equity and right of the cause, without any respect of persons, or partiall inclination this way or that way. but to Consider only and barely the equity and right of the cause, without any respect of Persons, or partial inclination this Way or that Way. cc-acp pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-j dt n1 cc n-jn pp-f dt n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, cc j n1 d n1 cc d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 169
1885 This is a very necessarie dutie indeed in a Magistrate of iustice; This is a very necessary duty indeed in a Magistrate of Justice; d vbz dt j j n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 169
1886 and I denie not but it may bee gathered without any violence from these very words of my Text: and I deny not but it may be gathered without any violence from these very words of my Text: cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f po11 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 169
1887 though to my apprehension not so much by way of immediate obseruation from the necessitie of any such coherence; though to my apprehension not so much by Way of immediate observation from the necessity of any such coherence; cs p-acp po11 n1 xx av av-d p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 169
1888 as by way of consequence from the words themselues otherwise. For what need all that care and paines and diligence in searching out the cause, as by Way of consequence from the words themselves otherwise. For what need all that care and pains and diligence in searching out the cause, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 px32 av. p-acp r-crq n1 d cst vvb cc n2 cc n1 p-acp vvg av dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 169
1889 if the condition of the person might ouerrule the cause after all that search, and were not the iudgement to bee giuen meerely according to the goodnesse or badnesse of the cause, without respect had to the person ? But the speciall dutie, which these words seeme most naturally and immediately to impose vpon the Magistrate, (and let that bee the third obseruation) is diligence, and patience; and care to heare, if the condition of the person might overrule the cause After all that search, and were not the judgement to be given merely according to the Goodness or badness of the cause, without respect had to the person? But the special duty, which these words seem most naturally and immediately to impose upon the Magistrate, (and let that be the third observation) is diligence, and patience; and care to hear, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp d cst vvb, cc vbdr xx dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 vhd p-acp dt n1? p-acp dt j n1, r-crq d n2 vvi av-ds av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (cc vvb cst vbb dt ord n1) vbz n1, cc n1; cc vvb pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 170
1890 and examine, and enquire into the truth of things, and into the equitie of mens causes. and examine, and inquire into the truth of things, and into the equity of men's Causes. cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 170
1891 As the Physitian before he prescribe receipt or diet to his patient, will first feele the pulse, As the physician before he prescribe receipt or diet to his patient, will First feel the pulse, p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 j, vmb ord vvb dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 170
1892 and view the vrine, and obserue the temper and changes in the body, and bee inquisitiue how the disease began, and view the urine, and observe the temper and changes in the body, and be inquisitive how the disease began, cc vvb dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vbb j c-crq dt n1 vvd, (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 170
1893 and when, and what fits it hath, and where and in what manner it holdeth him, and when, and what fits it hath, and where and in what manner it holds him, cc c-crq, cc r-crq vvz pn31 vhz, cc c-crq cc p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vvz pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 170
1894 and enforme himselfe euery other way as fully as he can in the true state of the body, that so he may proportion the remedies accordingly without errour: and inform himself every other Way as Fully as he can in the true state of the body, that so he may proportion the remedies accordingly without error: cc vvi px31 d j-jn n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst av pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 av-vvg p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 170
1895 so ought euery Magistrate in causes of Iustice before he pronounce sentence or giue his determination, so ought every Magistrate in Causes of justice before he pronounce sentence or give his determination, av vmd d n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 c-acp pns31 vvb n1 cc vvi po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 170
1896 whether in matters iudiciall or criminall ; whither in matters judicial or criminal; cs p-acp n2 j cc j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 170
1897 to heare both parties with equall patience, to examine witnesses and other euidences aduisedly and throughly, to consider and wisely lay together all allegations and circumstances, to put in quaeres and doubts vpon the by, to hear both parties with equal patience, to examine Witnesses and other evidences advisedly and thoroughly, to Consider and wisely lay together all allegations and Circumstances, to put in quaeres and doubts upon the by, pc-acp vvi d ng1 p-acp j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi n2 cc j-jn n2 av-vvn cc av-j, pc-acp vvi cc av-j vvd av d n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp fw-la cc n2 p-acp dt a-acp, (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 170
1898 and vse all possible expedient meanes for the boulting out of the truth; that so he may do that which is equall and right without errour. and use all possible expedient means for the bolting out of the truth; that so he may do that which is equal and right without error. cc vvi d j j n2 p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f dt n1; cst av pns31 vmb vdi d r-crq vbz j-jn cc j-jn p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 170
1899 A dutie not without both Precept and President in holy Scripture. A duty not without both Precept and President in holy Scripture. dt n1 xx p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 170
1900 Moses prescribeth it in Deut. 17. in the case of Idolatrie, If there be found among you one that hath done thus or thus, &c. and it bee told thee, Moses prescribeth it in Deuteronomy 17. in the case of Idolatry, If there be found among you one that hath done thus or thus, etc. and it be told thee, np1 vvz pn31 p-acp np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22 crd cst vhz vdn av cc av, av cc pn31 vbi vvn pno21, (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 171
1901 and thou hast heard of it, and inquired diligently, and behold it bee true, and the thing certaine that such abomination is wrought in Israel, and thou hast herd of it, and inquired diligently, and behold it be true, and the thing certain that such abomination is wrought in Israel, cc pns21 vh2 vvn pp-f pn31, cc vvd av-j, cc vvb pn31 vbi j, cc dt n1 j cst d n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 171
1902 Then thou shalt bring forth that man, &c. The offender must be stoned to death, and no eye pitie him: Then thou shalt bring forth that man, etc. The offender must be stoned to death, and no eye pity him: cs pns21 vm2 vvi av d n1, av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc dx n1 vvb pno31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 171
1903 but it must be done orderly, and in a legal course; but it must be done orderly, and in a Legal course; cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vdn av-j, cc p-acp dt j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 171
1904 not vpon a bare hearesay, but vpon diligent examination and inquisition, and vpon such full euidence giuen in, not upon a bore hearsay, but upon diligent examination and inquisition, and upon such full evidence given in, xx p-acp dt j n1, p-acp p-acp j n1 cc n1, cc p-acp d j n1 vvn p-acp, (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 171
1905 as may render the fact certaine, so farre as such cases ordinarily are capable of certaintie. And the like is againe ordered in Deut ▪ 19. in the case of false witnesse, Both the men between whom the controuersie is shall stand before the Iudges, as may render the fact certain, so Far as such cases ordinarily Are capable of certainty. And the like is again ordered in Deuteronomy ▪ 19. in the case of false witness, Both the men between whom the controversy is shall stand before the Judges, c-acp vmb vvi dt n1 j, av av-j c-acp d n2 av-j vbr j pp-f n1. cc dt j vbz av vvn p-acp fw-fr ▪ crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, d dt n2 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vmb vvi p-acp dt n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 171
1906 and the Iudges shall make diligent inquisition, &c. And in Iudg. 19. in the wronged Leuites case, whose Concubine was abused vnto death at Gibeah, the Tribes of Israel stirred vp one another to doe iustice vpon the Inhabitants thereof; and the Judges shall make diligent inquisition, etc. And in Judges 19. in the wronged Levites case, whose Concubine was abused unto death At Gibeah, the Tribes of Israel stirred up one Another to do Justice upon the Inhabitants thereof; cc dt n2 vmb vvi j n1, av cc p-acp np1 crd p-acp dt j-vvn np2 n1, rg-crq n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd a-acp crd j-jn pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp dt n2 av; (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 171
1907 and the method they proposed was this, first to consider and consult of it, and then to giue their opinions. But the most famous example in this kind is that of King Salomon in 3. King. 3. in the difficult case of the two Mothers. and the method they proposed was this, First to Consider and consult of it, and then to give their opinions. But the most famous Exampl in this kind is that of King Solomon in 3. King. 3. in the difficult case of the two Mother's. cc dt n1 pns32 vvd vbds d, ord p-acp vvb cc vvb pp-f pn31, cc av p-acp vvb po32 n2. p-acp dt av-ds j n1 p-acp d n1 vbz d pp-f n1 np1 p-acp crd n1. crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt crd ng1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 171
1908 Either of them challenged the liuing child with a like eagernesse ; either of them accused other of the same wrong, and with the same allegations ; Either of them challenged the living child with a like eagerness; either of them accused other of the same wrong, and with the same allegations; av-d pp-f pno32 vvd dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt j n1; d pp-f pno32 vvn j-jn pp-f dt d vvi, cc p-acp dt d n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 171
1909 neither was there witnesse or other euidence on either part to giue light into the matter: neither was there witness or other evidence on either part to give Light into the matter: dx vbds a-acp n1 cc j-jn n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 171
1910 yet Salomon by that wisdome which he had obtained from God found a meanes to search out the truth in this difficultie, by making as if he would cut the child into halfes, yet Solomon by that Wisdom which he had obtained from God found a means to search out the truth in this difficulty, by making as if he would Cut the child into halves, av np1 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1 vvd dt n2 p-acp vvb av dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 171
1911 and giue either of them one halfe; and give either of them one half; cc vvi d pp-f pno32 crd j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 171
1912 at the mentioning whereof the compassion of the right mother betrayed the falshood of her clamorous competitor. At the mentioning whereof the compassion of the right mother betrayed the falsehood of her clamorous competitor. p-acp dt vvg c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1913 And wee reade in the Apocryphall Storie of Susanna, how Daniel by examining the two Elders seuerally and apart, found them to differ in one circumstance of their relation, And we read in the Apocryphal Story of Susanna, how daniel by examining the two Elders severally and apart, found them to differ in one circumstance of their Relation, cc pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, c-crq np1 p-acp vvg dt crd n2-jn av-j cc av, vvd pno32 p-acp vvb p-acp crd n1 pp-f po32 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1914 and thereby discouered the whole accusation to be false. and thereby discovered the Whole accusation to be false. cc av vvd dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1915 Iudges for this reason were anciently called Cognitores, and in approoued Authors Cognoscere is asmuch as to doe the office of a Iudge: Judges for this reason were anciently called Cognitores, and in approved Authors Cognoscere is as as to do the office of a Judge: ng1 p-acp d n1 vbdr av-jn vvn fw-la, cc p-acp j-vvn n2 fw-la vbz p-acp c-acp pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1916 to teach Iudges, that one chiefe point of their care should bee to know the truth. to teach Judges, that one chief point of their care should be to know the truth. pc-acp vvi n2, cst pi j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1 vmd vbi p-acp vvb dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1917 For if of priuate men, and in things of ordinarie discourse, that of Salomon be true, He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame vnto him ; For if of private men, and in things of ordinary discourse, that of Solomon be true, He that Answers a matter before he hears it, it is folly and shame unto him; p-acp cs pp-f j n2, cc p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, cst pp-f np1 vbi j, pns31 cst vvz dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, pn31 vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1918 certainly much more is it true of publike Magistrates, and in matters of iustice and iudgement: Certainly much more is it true of public Magistrates, and in matters of Justice and judgement: av-j d dc vbz pn31 j pp-f j n2, cc p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1919 by how much the men are of better note, and the things of greater moment. by how much the men Are of better note, and the things of greater moment. p-acp c-crq av-d dt n2 vbr pp-f jc n1, cc dt n2 pp-f jc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1920 But in difficult and intricate businesses, couered with darknesse and obscuritie, and perplexed with many windings and turnings, But in difficult and intricate businesses, covered with darkness and obscurity, and perplexed with many windings and turnings, p-acp p-acp j cc j n2, vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvn p-acp d n2-vvg cc n2-vvg, (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1921 and cunning and craftie conueiances, to find a faire issue out, and to spie light at a narrow hole, and cunning and crafty conveyances, to find a fair issue out, and to spy Light At a narrow hold, cc j-jn cc j n2, pc-acp vvi dt j vvi av, cc pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1922 and by wisedome and diligence to rip vp a foule matter, and search a cause to the bottome, and by Wisdom and diligence to rip up a foul matter, and search a cause to the bottom, cc p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp vvb a-acp dt j n1, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1923 and make a discouerie of all: and make a discovery of all: cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d: (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1924 is a thing worthy the labour, and a thing that will adde to the honour, I say not onely of inferiour Gouernours, is a thing worthy the labour, and a thing that will add to the honour, I say not only of inferior Governors, vbz dt n1 j dt n1, cc dt n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb xx av-j pp-f j-jn n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1925 but euen of the supreme Magistrate, the King. It is the glory of God to conceale a thing: but even of the supreme Magistrate, the King. It is the glory of God to conceal a thing: cc-acp av pp-f dt j n1, dt n1. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1926 but the honour of Kings is to search out a matter. To vnderstand the necessitie of this dutie; consider. but the honour of Kings is to search out a matter. To understand the necessity of this duty; Consider. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz pc-acp vvi av dt n1. pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1; vvb. (10) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 172
1927 First, that as sometimes Democritus said, the truth lyeth in profundo, and in abdito, darke and deepe as in the bottome of a pit; First, that as sometime Democritus said, the truth lies in profundo, and in abdito, dark and deep as in the bottom of a pit; ord, cst p-acp av np1 vvd, dt n1 vvz p-acp fw-la, cc p-acp fw-la, j cc j-jn c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 173
1928 and it will aske some time, yea and cunning too, to find it out and bring it to light. and it will ask Some time, yea and cunning too, to find it out and bring it to Light. cc pn31 vmb vvi d n1, uh cc n-jn av, pc-acp vvi pn31 av cc vvi pn31 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 173
1929 Secondly, that through fauour, faction, enuie, greedinesse, ambition, and otherwise, innocency it selfe is often laden with false accusations. Secondly, that through favour, faction, envy, greediness, ambition, and otherwise, innocency it self is often laden with false accusations. ord, cst p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc av, n1 pn31 n1 vbz av vvn p-acp j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 173
1930 You may obserue in the Scriptures how Naboth, Ieremie, Saint Paul, and others; You may observe in the Scriptures how Naboth, Ieremie, Saint Paul, and Others; pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 c-crq np1, np1, n1 np1, cc n2-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 173
1931 and you may see by too much experience in these wretched times, how many men of faire and honest conuersation haue been accused and troubled without cause: and you may see by too much experience in these wretched times, how many men of fair and honest Conversation have been accused and troubled without cause: cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp av d n1 p-acp d j n2, c-crq d n2 pp-f j cc j n1 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 173
1932 which if the Magistrate by diligent inquisition doe not either preuent or helpe to the vtmost of his endeauour, hee may soone vnawares wrap himself in the guilt of innocent blood. which if the Magistrate by diligent inquisition do not either prevent or help to the utmost of his endeavour, he may soon unawares wrap himself in the guilt of innocent blood. r-crq cs dt n1 p-acp j n1 vdb xx d vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmb av av-j vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 173
1933 Thirdly, that informations are for the most part partiall, euery man making the best of his owne tale: Thirdly, that informations Are for the most part partial, every man making the best of his own tale: ord, cst n2 vbr p-acp dt av-ds n1 j, d n1 vvg dt js pp-f po31 d n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 173
1934 and he cannot but often erre in iudgement, that is easily carried away with the first tale, and doth not suspend till he haue heard both parties alike. and he cannot but often err in judgement, that is Easily carried away with the First tale, and does not suspend till he have herd both parties alike. cc pns31 vmbx p-acp av vvb p-acp n1, cst vbz av-j vvn av p-acp dt ord n1, cc vdz xx vvi c-acp pns31 vhb vvn d n2 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 173
1935 Herein Dauid failed, when vpon Ziba's false information he passed a hastie and iniurious decree against Mephibosheth. Salomon saith, He that is first in his owne tale seemeth righteous; Herein David failed, when upon Ziba's false information he passed a hasty and injurious Decree against Mephibosheth. Solomon Says, He that is First in his own tale seems righteous; av np1 vvd, c-crq p-acp npg1 j n1 pns31 vvd dt j cc j n1 p-acp np1. np1 vvz, pns31 cst vbz ord p-acp po31 d n1 vvz j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 173
1936 but then his neighbour commeth, and searcheth him out. Prou. 18. as wee say commonly, One tale is good, till another bee told. but then his neighbour comes, and Searches him out. Prou. 18. as we say commonly, One tale is good, till Another be told. cc-acp cs po31 n1 vvz, cc vvz pno31 av. np1 crd c-acp pns12 vvb av-j, crd n1 vbz j, c-acp j-jn vbi vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 173
1937 Fourthly, that if in all other things hastinesse and precipitancy be hurtfull, then especially matters of iustice would not bee hudled vp hand ouerhead, Fourthly, that if in all other things hastiness and precipitancy be hurtful, then especially matters of Justice would not be huddled up hand overhead, ord, cst cs p-acp d j-jn n2 n1 cc n1 vbb j, av av-j n2 pp-f n1 vmd xx vbi vvn a-acp n1 av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 173
1938 but handled with mature deliberation, and iust and diligent disquisition. Cunctari iudicantem decet; imo oportet, saith Seneca : but handled with mature deliberation, and just and diligent disquisition. Cunctari iudicantem Deceit; imo oportet, Says Senecca: cc-acp vvd p-acp j n1, cc j cc j n1. np1 fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la, vvz np1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 173
1939 he that is to iudge, it is fitt he should, nay it is necessary he should proceed with conuenient leisure. he that is to judge, it is fit he should, nay it is necessary he should proceed with convenient leisure. pns31 cst vbz pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz j pns31 vmd, uh pn31 vbz j pns31 vmd vvi p-acp j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 174
1940 Who iudgeth otherwise, and without this due search, hee doth not Iudge, but ghesse. The good Magistrate had need of patience to heare, Who Judgeth otherwise, and without this due search, he does not Judge, but guess. The good Magistrate had need of patience to hear, q-crq vvz av, cc p-acp d j-jn n1, pns31 vdz xx n1, p-acp vvb. dt j n1 vhd n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 174
1941 and of diligence to search, & of prudence to search out whatsoeuer may make for the discouery of the truth in an intricate and difficult cause. and of diligence to search, & of prudence to search out whatsoever may make for the discovery of the truth in an intricate and difficult cause. cc pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi av r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 174
1942 The cause which I knew not I searched out. That is the Magistrates third Duty ; there yet remaineth a fourth in these words, I brake the iawes of the wicked, The cause which I knew not I searched out. That is the Magistrates third Duty; there yet remains a fourth in these words, I brake the Jaws of the wicked, dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvd xx pns11 vvn av. cst vbz dt ng1 ord n1; a-acp av vvz dt ord p-acp d n2, pns11 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 174
1943 and plucked the spoile out of his teeth. Wherein Iob alludeth to rauenous and saluage beasts; and plucked the spoil out of his teeth. Wherein Job alludeth to ravenous and salvage beasts; cc vvd dt n1 av pp-f po31 n2. c-crq np1 vvz p-acp j cc j-jn n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 174
1944 beasts of prey, that lye in waite for the smaler Cattell, and when they once catch them in their pawes, fasten their teeth vpon them, beasts of prey, that lie in wait for the smaller Cattle, and when they once catch them in their paws, fasten their teeth upon them, n2 pp-f n1, cst vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt jc n2, cc c-crq pns32 a-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2, vvb po32 n2 p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 174
1945 and teare them in pieces and deuoure them. and tear them in Pieces and devour them. cc vvi pno32 p-acp n2 cc vvi pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 174
1946 Such Lyons, and Wolfes, and Beares, and Tygers, are the greedy great ones of this world, who are euer rauening after the estates & the liuelihoods of their meaner neighbours, snatching, Such Lyons, and Wolves, and Bears, and Tigers, Are the greedy great ones of this world, who Are ever ravening After the estates & the livelihoods of their meaner neighbours, snatching, d n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, vbr dt j j pi2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbr av j-vvg p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f po32 jc n2, vvg, (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 174
1947 and biting, and deuouring, and at length eating them vp and consuming them. and biting, and devouring, and At length eating them up and consuming them. cc j-vvg, cc j-vvg, cc p-acp n1 vvg pno32 a-acp cc vvg pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 174
1948 Iob here speaketh of Dentes & Molares; Teeth and Iawes: and hee meaneth the same thing by both, Power abused to oppression. But if any will be so curiously subtle, as to distinguish them; thus he may doe it. Job Here speaks of Dentes & Molars; Teeth and Jaws: and he means the same thing by both, Power abused to oppression. But if any will be so curiously subtle, as to distinguish them; thus he may do it. np1 av vvz pp-f fw-la cc n2; n2 cc n2: cc pns31 vvz dt d n1 p-acp d, n1 vvn p-acp n1. cc-acp cs d vmb vbi av av-j j, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32; av pns31 vmb vdi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 174
1949 Dentes, they are the long sharpe teeth, the foreteeth; Dentes eorum arma & sagittae, saith Dauid, Their teeth are speares and arrowes: Dentes, they Are the long sharp teeth, the foreteeth; Dentes Their arma & Sagittarius, Says David, Their teeth Are spears and arrows: fw-la, pns32 vbr dt j j n2, dt n2; fw-la fw-la fw-la cc n1, vvz np1, po32 n2 vbr n2 cc n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 174
1950 Molares, à molendo, so called from grinding; they are the great double teeth, the iaw-teeth. Those are the Biters ; Molars, à molendo, so called from grinding; they Are the great double teeth, the iaw-teeth. Those Are the Biters; n2, fw-fr fw-la, av vvn p-acp vvg; pns32 vbr dt j j-jn n2, dt n2. d vbr dt n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 174
1951 these the Grinders: these and those together, Oppressours of all sorts. Vsurers, and prouling officers, and sly Merchants, and arrant Informers, and such kinde of extortioners as sell time and trucke for expedition, these the Grinders: these and those together, Oppressors of all sorts. Usurers, and prouling Officers, and sly Merchant's, and arrant Informers, and such kind of extortioners as fell time and truck for expedition, d dt n2: d cc d av, ng2 pp-f d n2. ng1, cc j-vvg n2, cc j n2, cc j n2, cc d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp vvi n1 cc vvi p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 175
1952 and snatch and catch at petty aduantages; and snatch and catch At Petty advantages; cc vvi cc vvi p-acp j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 175
1953 these vse their teeth most, these are Bìters. The first, and I know not whether or no the worst sort of them, in the holy Hebrew tongue hath his name from biting. NONLATINALPHABET Naschak, that is to bite ; these use their teeth most, these Are Bìters. The First, and I know not whither or not the worst sort of them, in the holy Hebrew tongue hath his name from biting. Neschek, that is to bite; d vvb po32 n2 av-ds, d vbr n2. dt ord, cc pns11 vvb xx c-crq cc xx dt js n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp dt j njp n1 vhz po31 n1 p-acp vvg. np1, cst vbz p-acp vvb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 175
1954 and NONLATINALPHABET Neschek, that is Vsury. Besides these Biters, there are Grinders too; men whose teeth are Lapides Molares, as the ouer and the nether mill-stone: and Neschek, that is Usury. Beside these Biters, there Are Grinders too; men whose teeth Are Lapides Molars, as the over and the neither millstone: cc np1, cst vbz n1. p-acp d n2, a-acp vbr n2 av; n2 rg-crq n2 vbr fw-la np1, p-acp dt a-acp cc dt j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 175
1955 Depopulators, and racking Landlords, and such great ones, as by heauie pressures and burdens and sore bargaines breake the backes of those they deale withall. Depopulators, and racking Landlords, and such great ones, as by heavy pressures and burdens and soar bargains break the backs of those they deal withal. n2, cc j-vvg n2, cc d j pi2, a-acp p-acp j n2 cc n2 cc j n2 vvi dt n2 pp-f d pns32 vvb av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 175
1956 These first by little and little grinde the faces of the poore, as small as dust and powder; These First by little and little grind the faces of the poor, as small as dust and powder; np1 ord p-acp j cc j vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, p-acp j c-acp n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 175
1957 and when they haue done, at length eate them vp one after another, as it were bread: as the Holy Ghost hath painted them out vnder those very phrases. and when they have done, At length eat them up one After Another, as it were bred: as the Holy Ghost hath painted them out under those very phrases. cc c-crq pns32 vhb vdn, p-acp n1 vvb pno32 a-acp crd p-acp n-jn, c-acp pn31 vbdr n1: p-acp dt j n1 vhz vvn pno32 av p-acp d j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 175
1958 Now how the Magistrate should deale with these grinders and biters, Iob here teacheth him: he should break their iawes, and plucke the spoyle out of their teeth ; Now how the Magistrate should deal with these grinders and biters, Job Here Teaches him: he should break their Jaws, and pluck the spoil out of their teeth; av c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2, np1 av vvz pno31: pns31 vmd vvi po32 n2, cc vvi dt n1 av pp-f po32 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 175
1959 that is, quell and crush the mighty Oppressour, and deliuer the Oppressed from his iniuries. that is, quell and crush the mighty Oppressor, and deliver the Oppressed from his injuries. d vbz, vvb cc vvi dt j n1, cc vvb dt j-vvn p-acp po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 175
1960 For to breake the iaw, or the cheeke bone, or the teeth, is in Scripture phrase as much as to abate the pride, and suppresse the power, and curbe the insolency of those, that vse their might to ouerbeare right. For to break the jaw, or the cheek bone, or the teeth, is in Scripture phrase as much as to abate the pride, and suppress the power, and curb the insolency of those, that use their might to overbear right. p-acp p-acp vvb dt n1, cc dt n1 n1, cc dt n2, vbz p-acp n1 n1 p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d, cst vvb po32 n1 p-acp vvb j-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 175
1961 So Dauid saith in the third Psalme, that God had saued him by smiting his enemies vpon the cheeke bone, So David Says in the third Psalm, that God had saved him by smiting his enemies upon the cheek bone, np1 np1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, cst np1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp vvg po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 175
1962 and breaking the teeth of the vngodly. and breaking the teeth of the ungodly. cc vvg dt n2 pp-f dt j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 175
1963 And in Psalme 58. he desireth God to breake the teeth of the wicked in their mouthes, And in Psalm 58. he Desires God to break the teeth of the wicked in their mouths, cc p-acp n1 crd pns31 vvz np1 p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f dt j p-acp po32 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 176
1964 and to breake out the great teeth of those young Lyons. and to break out the great teeth of those young Lyons. cc pc-acp vvi av dt j n2 pp-f d j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 176
1965 In which place it is obseruable, that, as Iob here, he speaketh both of Dentes and Molares, teeth and great teeth: and those wicked great ones, according as Iob also here alludeth, hee expresly compareth vnto young Lyons ; In which place it is observable, that, as Job Here, he speaks both of Dentes and Molars, teeth and great teeth: and those wicked great ones, according as Job also Here alludeth, he expressly compareth unto young Lyons; p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz j, cst, c-acp np1 av, pns31 vvz d pp-f fw-la cc n2, n2 cc j n2: cc d j j pi2, vvg p-acp np1 av av vvz, pns31 av-j vvz p-acp j ng2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 176
1966 lustie and strong, and greedy after the prey. Now to the doing of this, to the breaking of the iawes of the wicked, lusty and strong, and greedy After the prey. Now to the doing of this, to the breaking of the Jaws of the wicked, j cc j, cc j p-acp dt n1. av p-acp dt vdg pp-f d, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 176
1967 and plucking the spoile out of his teeth; and plucking the spoil out of his teeth; cc vvg dt n1 av pp-f po31 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 176
1968 there is required a stout heart, and an vndaunted Courage, not fearing the faces of men, should their faces bee as the faces of Lyons, there is required a stout heart, and an undaunted Courage, not fearing the faces of men, should their faces be as the faces of Lyons, pc-acp vbz vvn dt j n1, cc dt j n1, xx vvg dt n2 pp-f n2, vmd po32 n2 vbb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 176
1969 and •heir visages neuer so terrible. And this is the good Magistrates last Duty in my Text; and •heir visages never so terrible. And this is the good Magistrates last Duty in my Text; cc vvi n2 av-x av j. cc d vbz dt j n2 ord n1 p-acp po11 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 176
1970 without feare to execute iustice boldly vpon the stoutest offender, and so to curbe the power of great & wicked men, that the poore may liue in peace and keepe their owne by them. without Fear to execute Justice boldly upon the Stoutest offender, and so to curb the power of great & wicked men, that the poor may live in peace and keep their own by them. p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1 av-j p-acp dt js n1, cc av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2, cst dt j vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc vvi po32 d p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 176
1971 It was one part of Iethro's Character of a good Magistrate in Exod. 18. that hee should be a man of courage. And it was not for nothing that euery step vp Salomons Throne for iudgement was supported with Lyons: to teach Kings and all Magistrates, that a Lyon-like courage and resolution is necessary for all those set vpon the Throne or Bench for iustice and for iudgement. It was one part of Jethro's Character of a good Magistrate in Exod 18. that he should be a man of courage. And it was not for nothing that every step up Solomon's Throne for judgement was supported with Lyons: to teach Kings and all Magistrates, that a Lion-like courage and resolution is necessary for all those Set upon the Throne or Bench for Justice and for judgement. pn31 vbds crd n1 pp-f n2 n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp np1 crd cst pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. cc pn31 vbds xx p-acp pix cst d vvb a-acp np1 n1 p-acp n1 vbds vvn p-acp n2: pc-acp vvi n2 cc d n2, cst dt j n1 cc n1 vbz j p-acp d d vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 176
1972 When Dauid kept his Fathers sheepe, and there came a Lyon, and a Beare, and tooke a Lambe out of the flocke; When David kept his Father's sheep, and there Come a lion, and a Bear, and took a Lamb out of the flock; c-crq np1 vvd po31 ng1 n1, cc a-acp vvd dt n1, cc dt vvb, cc vvd dt n1 av pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 176
1973 hee went out after the Lyon and smote him, and tooke the Lambe out of his Mouth, he went out After the lion and smote him, and took the Lamb out of his Mouth, pns31 vvd av p-acp dt n1 cc vvd pno31, cc vvd dt n1 av pp-f po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 176
1974 and when the Lyon rose against him hee tooke him by the beard, and smote him againe, and slew him: and when the lion rose against him he took him by the beard, and smote him again, and slew him: cc c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31 pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pno31 av, cc vvd pno31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 176
1975 and so hee did with the Beare also. and so he did with the Bear also. cc av pns31 vdd p-acp dt vvb av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 176
1976 Euery Magistrate is a kinde of shepheard: and the people they are his flocke. He must doe that then in the behalfe of his flocke, that Dauid did. Every Magistrate is a kind of shepherd: and the people they Are his flock. He must do that then in the behalf of his flock, that David did. d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: cc dt n1 pns32 vbr po31 vvi. pns31 vmb vdi d av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst np1 vdd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 177
1977 Those that beginne to make a spoyle though but of the poorest Lambe of the flocke, bee they as terrible as the Lyon and the Beare, he must after them, Those that begin to make a spoil though but of the Poorest Lamb of the flock, be they as terrible as the lion and the Bear, he must After them, d cst vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 cs a-acp pp-f dt js n1 pp-f dt n1, vbb pns32 p-acp j c-acp dt n1 cc dt vvb, pns31 vmb p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 177
1978 and smite them, and plucke the spoyle out of their teeth: and smite them, and pluck the spoil out of their teeth: cc vvi pno32, cc vvi dt n1 av pp-f po32 n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 177
1979 and though they shew their spleene, and turne againe at it, yet he must not shrinke for that; and though they show their spleen, and turn again At it, yet he must not shrink for that; cc cs pns32 vvb po32 n1, cc vvi av p-acp pn31, av pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp d; (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 177
1980 but rather take fresh courage, and to them againe, and take them by the beard, but rather take fresh courage, and to them again, and take them by the beard, cc-acp av-c vvb j n1, cc p-acp pno32 av, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 177
1981 and shake them, and neuer leaue them till hee haue brought them vnder, and broken their iawes, and in spite of their teeth made them past biting or grinding again in hast. and shake them, and never leave them till he have brought them under, and broken their Jaws, and in spite of their teeth made them passed biting or grinding again in haste. cc vvi pno32, cc av-x vvb pno32 c-acp pns31 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp, cc vvn po32 n2, cc p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2 vvd pno32 p-acp vvg cc vvg av p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 177
1982 He is a base hireling, and not worthy the name of a shepheard, who when he seeth the Wolfe comming thrusteth his head in a bush, He is a base hireling, and not worthy the name of a shepherd, who when he sees the Wolf coming thrusts his head in a bush, pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc xx j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 vvg vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 177
1983 and leaueth the poore Cattell to the spoile. The good Magistrate must put on this resolution: and Leaveth the poor Cattle to the spoil. The good Magistrate must put on this resolution: cc vvz dt j n2 p-acp dt n1. dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 177
1984 to go on in his course, and without feare of one or other to do iustice, vpon whosoeuer dareth doe iniustice, & to suppresse oppression euen in the greatest. A resolution necessary; to go on in his course, and without Fear of one or other to do Justice, upon whosoever dareth do injustice, & to suppress oppression even in the greatest. A resolution necessary; pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f crd cc n-jn p-acp vdb n1, p-acp r-crq vvz vdi n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 av p-acp dt js. dt n1 j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 177
1985 whether wee consider the Law, the Magistrate, or the Offender. Necessary, First, in respect of the Lawes: whither we Consider the Law, the Magistrate, or the Offender. Necessary, First, in respect of the Laws: cs pns12 vvb dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1. j, ord, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 177
1986 which, as all experience sheweth, are farre better vnmade, than vnkept. Quid vanae sine moribus Leges proficiunt? The life of the Law is the Execution ; which, as all experience shows, Are Far better unmade, than unkept. Quid vanae sine moribus Leges proficiunt? The life of the Law is the Execution; r-crq, c-acp d n1 vvz, vbr av-j j vvn, cs j. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 177
1987 without which the Law is but a dead letter: of lesse vse and regard than scar-crowes are in the corne fields; without which the Law is but a dead Letter: of less use and regard than scarecrows Are in the corn fields; p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1: pp-f dc n1 cc vvi cs n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 177
1988 whereof the birds are a little affraid at the first, but anon after a little vse they grow so bold with them, whereof the Birds Are a little afraid At the First, but anon After a little use they grow so bold with them, c-crq dt n2 vbr dt j j p-acp dt ord, cc-acp av c-acp dt j n1 pns32 vvb av j p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 177
1989 as to sit vpon their heads and defile them. as to fit upon their Heads and defile them. c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 cc vvi pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 177
1990 Wee see the experience hereof but too much, in the too much suffered insolency of two sorts of people, (than against whom neuer were lawes either better made, we see the experience hereof but too much, in the too much suffered insolency of two sorts of people, (than against whom never were laws either better made, pns12 vvb dt n1 av p-acp av av-d, p-acp dt av av-d vvn n1 pp-f crd n2 pp-f n1, (cs p-acp ro-crq av vbdr n2 av-d av-jc vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
1991 or worse executed;) Rogues, and Recusants. Now we know the Lawes are generall in their intents, or Worse executed;) Rogues, and Recusants. Now we know the Laws Are general in their intents, cc av-jc vvn;) n2, cc n2. av pns12 vvb dt n2 vbr j p-acp po32 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
1992 and include as well the great as the small. and include as well the great as the small. cc vvi c-acp av dt j c-acp dt j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
1993 The Magistrate therefore who is Lex loquens, and whose duty it is to see the Lawes executed, must proceed as generally, and punish transgressours of the Lawes, the great as well as the small. The Magistrate Therefore who is Lex Speaking, and whose duty it is to see the Laws executed, must proceed as generally, and Punish transgressors of the Laws, the great as well as the small. dt n1 av r-crq vbz fw-la fw-la, cc rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n2 vvn, vmb vvi p-acp av-j, cc vvi n2 pp-f dt n2, dt j c-acp av c-acp dt j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
1994 It is an old complaint, yet groweth out of date but slowly; It is an old complaint, yet grows out of date but slowly; pn31 vbz dt j n1, av vvz av pp-f n1 cc-acp av-j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
1995 that Lawes are like Cobwebbes, wherein the smaller flyes are caught, but great ones breake through. that Laws Are like Cobwebs, wherein the smaller flies Are caught, but great ones break through. d n2 vbr av-j n2, c-crq dt jc n2 vbr vvn, cc-acp j pi2 vvb a-acp. (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
1996 Surely Lawes should not bee such, good Lawes are not such, of themselues; they doe or should intend an vniuersall reformation: Surely Laws should not be such, good Laws Are not such, of themselves; they do or should intend an universal Reformation: np1 n2 vmd xx vbi d, j n2 vbr xx d, pp-f px32; pns32 vdb cc vmd vvi dt j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
1997 it is the abuse of bad men, together with the basenesse or cowardise of sordide or sluggish Magistrates, that maketh them such. it is the abuse of bad men, together with the baseness or cowardice of sordide or sluggish Magistrates, that makes them such. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2, av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f fw-la cc j n2, cst vvz pno32 d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
1998 And I verily perswade my selfe, there is no one thing, that maketh good lawes so much contemned, And I verily persuade my self, there is no one thing, that makes good laws so much contemned, cc pns11 av-j vvb po11 n1, pc-acp vbz dx pi n1, cst vv2 j n2 av av-d vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
1999 euen by meane ones too at the last; as the not executing them vpon the great ones in the meane time. even by mean ones too At the last; as the not executing them upon the great ones in the mean time. av p-acp vvb pi2 av p-acp dt ord; c-acp dt xx vvg pno32 p-acp dt j pi2 p-acp dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
2000 Let a Magistrate but take to himselfe that courage which he should doe, and now and then make a great man an example of Iustice: Let a Magistrate but take to himself that courage which he should do, and now and then make a great man an Exampl of justice: vvb dt n1 p-acp vvi p-acp px31 cst n1 r-crq pns31 vmd vdi, cc av cc av vvb dt j n1 dt n1 pp-f n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
2001 he shall finde that a few such examples wil breathe more life into the Lawes, he shall find that a few such Examples will breathe more life into the Laws, pns31 vmb vvi d dt d d n2 vmb vvi dc n1 p-acp dt n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
2002 and strike more awe into the people, than the punishment of an hundred vnderlings and inferiour persons. and strike more awe into the people, than the punishment of an hundred underlings and inferior Persons. cc vvb dc vvi p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2 cc j-jn n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 178
2003 Againe, in respect of the Magistrate himselfe this courage and resolution is necessary; Again, in respect of the Magistrate himself this courage and resolution is necessary; av, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 px31 d n1 cc n1 vbz j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 178
2004 for the maintenance of that dignity and respect which is due to him in his place and calling. for the maintenance of that dignity and respect which is due to him in his place and calling. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 179
2005 Which hee cannot more shamefully betray, than by fearing the faces of men. Which he cannot more shamefully betray, than by fearing the faces of men. r-crq pns31 vmbx av-dc av-j vvi, cs p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 179
2006 Imagine you saw a goodly tall fellow, trick't vp with feathers and ribands, and a glittering sword in his hand, enter the lists like a Champion, and challenge all commers: Imagine you saw a goodly tall fellow, tricked up with Feathers and ribbons, and a glittering sword in his hand, enter the lists like a Champion, and challenge all comers: vvb pn22 vvd dt av-j j n1, vvn a-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, cc dt j-vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb dt n2 av-j dt n1, cc vvi d n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 179
2007 by and by steppeth in another man perhaps much of his owne size, but without either sword or staffe, by and by steppeth in Another man perhaps much of his own size, but without either sword or staff, p-acp cc a-acp vvz p-acp j-jn n1 av d pp-f po31 d n1, cc-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 179
2008 and doth but shew his teeth and stare vpon him; whereat my gay champion first trembleth, and anon for very feare letteth his sword fall, and does but show his teeth and stare upon him; whereat my gay champion First Trembleth, and anon for very Fear lets his sword fallen, cc vdz p-acp vvi po31 n2 cc vvi p-acp pno31; c-crq po11 j n1 ord vvz, cc av p-acp j n1 vvz po31 n1 vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 179
2009 and shrinketh himselfe into the croud. Thinke what a ridiculous sight this would bee: and iust such another thing as this, is a fearefull Magistrate. and shrinketh himself into the crowd. Think what a ridiculous sighed this would be: and just such Another thing as this, is a fearful Magistrate. cc vvz px31 p-acp dt n1. vvb r-crq dt j n1 d vmd vbi: cc av d j-jn n1 p-acp d, vbz dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 179
2010 He is adorned with roabes, the markes and ensignes of his power. God hath armed him with a sword ; He is adorned with robes, the marks and ensigns of his power. God hath armed him with a sword; pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1. np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 179
2011 indeed as well to put courage into his heart, as awe into the peoples. indeed as well to put courage into his heart, as awe into the peoples. av c-acp av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp n1 p-acp dt ng1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 179
2012 And thus adorned and armed, hee standeth in the eye of the world, and as it were vpon the stage ; And thus adorned and armed, he Stands in the eye of the world, and as it were upon the stage; cc av vvn cc vvn, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 179
2013 and rayseth an expectation of himselfe as if sure this man would doe something: his very appearance threateneth destruction to whosoeuer dareth come within his reach. and raises an expectation of himself as if sure this man would do something: his very appearance threateneth destruction to whosoever dareth come within his reach. cc vvz dt n1 pp-f px31 c-acp cs av-j d n1 vmd vdi pi: po31 j n1 vvz n1 p-acp r-crq vvz vvn p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 179
2014 Now if after all this brauing, hee should bee outdared with the bigge lookes and bug-words of those that could doe him no harme: Now if After all this braving, he should be outdared with the big looks and bug-words of those that could do him no harm: av cs p-acp d d vvg, pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d cst vmd vdi pno31 dx n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 179
2015 how iustly should hee draw vpon himselfe scorne and contempt, Parturiunt montes? Wherefore is there a price, saith Salomon of the sluggard, in the hands of a foole to buy wisedome, how justly should he draw upon himself scorn and contempt, Parturiunt montes? Wherefore is there a price, Says Solomon of the sluggard, in the hands of a fool to buy Wisdom, c-crq av-j vmd pns31 vvi p-acp px31 n1 cc n1, fw-la fw-la? c-crq vbz a-acp dt n1, vvz np1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 179
2016 and hee hath no heart? So, wherefore is there a sword, may wee say of the fearefull Magistrate, in the hands of a Coward to doe iustice; and he hath no heart? So, Wherefore is there a sword, may we say of the fearful Magistrate, in the hands of a Coward to do Justice; cc pns31 vhz dx n1? av, q-crq vbz a-acp dt n1, vmb pns12 vvb pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vdi n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 180
2017 and hee hath no heart? You that are Magistrates, remember the promise God hath made you, and he hath no heart? You that Are Magistrates, Remember the promise God hath made you, cc pns31 vhz dx n1? pn22 cst vbr n2, vvb dt vvb np1 vhz vvn pn22, (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 180
2018 and the Title he hath giuen you. You haue an honourable Promise ; and the Title he hath given you. You have an honourable Promise; cc dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn pn22. pn22 vhb dt j vvb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 180
2019 [ God will bee with you in the cause and in the iudgement, 2. Chron. 19. ] If God bee with you, what need you feare, who shall bee against you? You haue an honourable Title too [ I haue said yee are Gods, Psalm. [ God will be with you in the cause and in the judgement, 2. Chronicles 19. ] If God be with you, what need you Fear, who shall be against you? You have an honourable Title too [ I have said ye Are God's, Psalm. [ np1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd ] cs np1 vbb p-acp pn22, q-crq vvb pn22 vvb, r-crq vmb vbi p-acp pn22? pn22 vhb dt j n1 av [ pns11 vhb vvn pn22 vbr n2, n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 180
2020 82. ] If you bee Gods, why should you feare the faces of men? This is Gods fashion: 82. ] If you be God's, why should you Fear the faces of men? This is God's fashion: crd ] cs pn22 vbb n2, q-crq vmd pn22 vvi dt n2 pp-f n2? d vbz npg1 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 180
2021 hee giueth grace to the humble, but hee resisteth the proud ; hee exalteth the meeke and lowly, but hee putteth the mighty out of their seates. he gives grace to the humble, but he Resisteth the proud; he Exalteth the meek and lowly, but he putteth the mighty out of their seats. pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt j, cc-acp pns31 vvz dt j; pns31 vvz dt j cc j, cc-acp pns31 vvz dt j av pp-f po32 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 180
2022 If you will deale answerably to that high name he hath put vpon you, and be indeed as Gods ; follow the example of God: If you will deal answerably to that high name he hath put upon you, and be indeed as God's; follow the Exampl of God: cs pn22 vmb vvi av-j p-acp cst j n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pn22, cc vbb av p-acp ng1; vvb dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 180
2023 lift vp the poore oppressed out of the mire, and tumble downe the confidence of the mighty and proud oppressour; lift up the poor oppressed out of the mire, and tumble down the confidence of the mighty and proud oppressor; vvb a-acp dt j vvn av pp-f dt n1, cc vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 180
2024 when you receiue the Congregation, iudge vprightly, and feare not to say to the wicked, be they neuer so great, Lift not vp your horne. when you receive the Congregation, judge uprightly, and Fear not to say to the wicked, be they never so great, Lift not up your horn. c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1, vvb av-j, cc vvb xx p-acp vvb p-acp dt j, vbb pns32 av-x av j, vvb xx a-acp po22 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 180
2025 So shall you vindicate your selues from contempt: So shall you vindicate your selves from contempt: av vmb pn22 vvi po22 n2 p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 180
2026 so shall you preserue your persons and places from being baffelled and blurted by euery lewd companion. so shall you preserve your Persons and places from being baffelled and blurted by every lewd Companion. av vmb pn22 vvi po22 n2 cc n2 p-acp vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp d j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 180
2027 Courage in the Magistrate, against these great ones especially, is thirdly necessary in respect of the offendours. Courage in the Magistrate, against these great ones especially, is Thirdly necessary in respect of the offenders. n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d j pi2 av-j, vbz ord j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 180
2028 These wicked ones of whom Iob speaketh, the longer teeth they haue, the deeper they bite; These wicked ones of whom Job speaks, the longer teeth they have, the Deeper they bite; d j pi2 pp-f ro-crq np1 vvz, dt jc n2 pns32 vhb, dt jc-jn pns32 vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 180
2029 and the stronger iawes they haue, the sorer they grinde; and the greater power they haue, the more mischiefe they doe. and the Stronger Jaws they have, the Sorer they grind; and the greater power they have, the more mischief they do. cc dt jc n2 pns32 vhb, dt jc pns32 vvi; cc dt jc n1 pns32 vhb, dt av-dc n1 pns32 vdb. (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 180
2030 And therefore these great ones of all other would be well hampered; and haue their teeth filed, their iawes broken, their power curbed. And Therefore these great ones of all other would be well hampered; and have their teeth filed, their Jaws broken, their power curbed. cc av d j pi2 pp-f d n-jn vmd vbi av vvn; cc vhb po32 n2 vvn, po32 n2 vvn, po32 n1 vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 180
2031 I say not the poore and the small should be spared when they offend: good reason they should be punished with seuerity. I say not the poor and the small should be spared when they offend: good reason they should be punished with severity. pns11 vvb xx dt j cc dt j vmd vbi vvn c-crq pns32 vvb: j n1 pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 181
2032 But you must remember I now speake of Courage ; and a little courage will serue to bring vnder those that are vnder already. But you must Remember I now speak of Courage; and a little courage will serve to bring under those that Are under already. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pns11 av vvi pp-f n1; cc dt j n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst vbr p-acp av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 181
2033 So that, if meane men scape vnpunished when they transgresse, it is oftener for want of care or conscience in the Magistrate, So that, if mean men escape unpunished when they transgress, it is oftener for want of care or conscience in the Magistrate, av cst, cs j n2 vvi j c-crq pns32 vvb, pn31 vbz av-c p-acp n1 pp-f vvb cc n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 181
2034 than of courage. But here is the true triall of your Courage, when you are to deale with these great ones ; than of courage. But Here is the true trial of your Courage, when you Are to deal with these great ones; cs pp-f n1. p-acp av vbz dt j n1 pp-f po22 n1, c-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp d j pi2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 181
2035 men not much inferiour to your selues, perhaps your equalls, yea, and it may bee too, your Magistracie set aside, men much greater than your selues: men not much inferior to your selves, perhaps your equals, yea, and it may be too, your Magistracy Set aside, men much greater than your selves: n2 xx d j-jn p-acp po22 n2, av po22 n2-jn, uh, cc pn31 vmb vbi av, po22 n1 vvd av, n2 d jc cs po22 n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 181
2036 men great in place, great in wealth, in great fauour, that haue great friends ; men great in place, great in wealth, in great favour, that have great Friends; n2 j p-acp n1, j p-acp n1, p-acp j n1, cst vhb j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 181
2037 but withall that doe great harme. Let it be your honour, that you dare be iust, when these dare be vniust, and when they dare smite others with the fist of violence, that you dare smite them with the sword of iustice ; but withal that do great harm. Let it be your honour, that you Dare be just, when these Dare be unjust, and when they Dare smite Others with the fist of violence, that you Dare smite them with the sword of Justice; cc-acp av d vdb j n1. vvb pn31 vbi po22 n1, cst pn22 vvb vbb j, c-crq d n1 vbb j, cc c-crq pns32 vvb vvi n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pn22 vvb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 181
2038 and that you dare vse your power, when they dare abuse theirs. All transgressours should bee looked vnto; and that you Dare use your power, when they Dare abuse theirs. All transgressors should be looked unto; cc cst pn22 vvb vvi po22 n1, c-crq pns32 vvb vvi png32. av-d n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp; (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 181
2039 but more, the greater, and the greatest most: as a shepheard should watch his sheepe euen from Flyes and Maukes ; but more, the greater, and the greatest most: as a shepherd should watch his sheep even from Flies and Makes; cc-acp av-dc, dt jc, cc dt js av-ds: c-acp dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n1 av-j p-acp n2 cc n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 181
2040 but much more from Foxes, most of all from Wolues. Sure, hee is a sorry shepheard, that is busie to kill Flyes and Maukes in his sheepe, but much more from Foxes, most of all from Wolves. Sure, he is a sorry shepherd, that is busy to kill Flies and Makes in his sheep, cc-acp d dc p-acp n2, av-ds pp-f d p-acp n2. j, pns31 vbz dt j n1, cst vbz j pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 181
2041 but letteth the Wolfe worry at pleasure: but lets the Wolf worry At pleasure: cc-acp vvz dt n1 vvi p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 181
2042 Why, one Wolfe will doe more mischiefe in a night, than a thousand of them in a twelue-moneth. Why, one Wolf will do more mischief in a night, than a thousand of them in a twelvemonth. uh-crq, crd n1 vmb vdi dc n1 p-acp dt n1, cs dt crd pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 181
2043 And as sure, hee is a sorry Magistrate, that stocketh, and whippeth, and hangeth poore snakes when they offend (though that is to be done too) but letteth the great theeues doe what they list, And as sure, he is a sorry Magistrate, that stocketh, and whippeth, and hangs poor snakes when they offend (though that is to be done too) but lets the great thieves do what they list, cc c-acp av-j, pns31 vbz dt j n1, cst vvz, cc vvz, cc vvz j n2 c-crq pns32 vvb (cs d vbz pc-acp vbi vdn av) cc-acp vvz dt j n2 vdb r-crq pns32 vvb, (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 182
2044 and dareth not meddle with them: and dareth not meddle with them: cc vvz xx vvi p-acp pno32: (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 182
2045 like Saul, who, when God commanded him to destroy all the Amalekites both man and beast, slew indeed the rascality of both, like Saul, who, when God commanded him to destroy all the Amalekites both man and beast, slew indeed the rascality of both, av-j np1, r-crq, c-crq np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi d dt vvz d n1 cc n1, vvd av dt n1 pp-f d, (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 182
2046 but spared the greatest of the men, and the fattest of the cattell, and slew them not. but spared the greatest of the men, and the Fattest of the cattle, and slew them not. cc-acp vvd dt js pp-f dt n2, cc dt js pp-f dt n2, cc vvd pno32 xx. (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 182
2047 The good Magistrate should rather, with Iob here, breake the iawes of the wicked, and in spight of his heart, plucke the spoyle out of his teeth. The good Magistrate should rather, with Job Here, break the Jaws of the wicked, and in spite of his heart, pluck the spoil out of his teeth. dt j n1 vmd av-c, p-acp np1 av, vvb dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvi dt n1 av pp-f po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 182
2048 Thus haue you heard the foure duties or properties of a good Magistrate conteyned in this Scripture, with the grounds and reasons of most of them, opened. Thus have you herd the foure duties or properties of a good Magistrate contained in this Scripture, with the grounds and Reasons of most of them, opened. av vhb pn22 vvn dt crd n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 vvn p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f ds pp-f pno32, vvd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 182
2049 They are 1. a loue and zeale to iustice; 2. Compassion to the poore and distressed; They Are 1. a love and zeal to Justice; 2. Compassion to the poor and distressed; pns32 vbr crd dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; crd n1 p-acp dt j cc j-vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 182
2050 3. Paines. and Patience in examination of causes; 4. Stoutnesse and Courage in execution of iustice. 3. Pains. and Patience in examination of Causes; 4. Stoutness and Courage in execution of Justice. crd n2. cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2; crd n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 182
2051 The vses and inferences of all these yet remaine to be handled now in the last place; and together. The uses and inferences of all these yet remain to be handled now in the last place; and together. dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d d av vvi pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt ord n1; cc av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 182
2052 All which for order and breuities sake, wee will reduce vnto three heads: All which for order and brevities sake, we will reduce unto three Heads: av-d r-crq p-acp n1 cc ng1 n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 182
2053 accordingly as from each of the foure mentioned Duties, or Properties, or Rules (call them which you will) there arise Inferences of three sorts. First, of Direction ; accordingly as from each of the foure mentioned Duties, or Properties, or Rules (call them which you will) there arise Inferences of three sorts. First, of Direction; av-vvg c-acp p-acp d pp-f dt crd vvn n2, cc n2, cc n2 (vvb pno32 r-crq pn22 vmb) pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f crd n2. ord, pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 182
2054 for the choyce and appointment of Magistrates according to these foure properties. Secondly, of Reproofe, for a iust rebuke of such Magistrates as faile in any of these foure Dutyes. Thirdly, of Exhortation ; for the choice and appointment of Magistrates according to these foure properties. Secondly, of Reproof, for a just rebuke of such Magistrates as fail in any of these foure Duties. Thirdly, of Exhortation; p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp d crd n2. ord, pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp vvb p-acp d pp-f d crd n2. ord, pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 182
2055 to those that are, or shall be Magistrates, to carry thēselues therin according to these foure Rules. Wherein what I shall speake of Magistrates, ought also to bee extended and applyed (the due proportion euer obserued) to all kindes of Officers whatsoeuer, any way appertaining vnto iustice. And first for Direction. to those that Are, or shall be Magistrates, to carry themselves therein according to these foure Rules. Wherein what I shall speak of Magistrates, ought also to be extended and applied (the due proportion ever observed) to all Kinds of Officers whatsoever, any Way appertaining unto Justice. And First for Direction. p-acp d cst vbr, cc vmb vbi n2, pc-acp vvi px32 av p-acp p-acp d crd n2. c-crq r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pp-f n2, vmd av pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd (dt j-jn n1 av vvn) p-acp d n2 pp-f n2 r-crq, d n1 vvg p-acp n1. cc ord p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 183
2056 S. Paul saith, The powers that are, are ordained of God: S. Paul Says, The Powers that Are, Are ordained of God: np1 np1 vvz, dt n2 cst vbr, vbr vvn pp-f np1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 183
2057 & yet S. Peter calleth the Magistracie an humane ordinance. Certainly the holy Spirit of God, which speaketh in these two great Apostles, is not contrary to it selfe. The truth is; & yet S. Peter calls the Magistracy an humane Ordinance. Certainly the holy Spirit of God, which speaks in these two great Apostles, is not contrary to it self. The truth is; cc av np1 np1 vvz dt n1 dt j n1. av-j dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz p-acp d crd j n2, vbz xx j-jn p-acp pn31 n1. dt n1 vbz; (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 183
2058 the substance of the power of euery Magistrate is the ordinance of God ; and that is S. Pauls meaning: the substance of the power of every Magistrate is the Ordinance of God; and that is S. Paul's meaning: dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; cc d vbz n1 npg1 vvg: (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 183
2059 but the Specification of the Circumstances thereto belonging, as in regard of places, persons, titles, continuance, iurisdiction, subordination, but the Specification of the circumstances thereto belonging, as in regard of places, Persons, titles, Continuance, jurisdiction, subordination, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 av vvg, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n2, n2, n2, n1, n1, n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 183
2060 and the rest, is (as S. Peter tearmeth it) an humane ordinance, introduced by Custome, or positiue Law. And therefore some kindes of Magistracy are higher, some lower; and the rest, is (as S. Peter termeth it) an humane Ordinance, introduced by Custom, or positive Law. And Therefore Some Kinds of Magistracy Are higher, Some lower; cc dt n1, vbz (c-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31) dt j n1, vvd p-acp n1, cc j n1. cc av d n2 pp-f n1 vbr jc, d jc; (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 183
2061 some annuall or for a set time, some during life; some after one manner, some after another: Some annual or for a Set time, Some during life; Some After one manner, Some After Another: d j cc p-acp dt j-vvn n1, d p-acp n1; d p-acp crd n1, d p-acp n-jn: (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 183
2062 according to the seuerall Lawes or Customes whereon they are grounded. according to the several Laws or Customs whereon they Are grounded. vvg p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 183
2063 As in other circumstances, so in this concerning the deputation of the Magistrates person, there is great difference: As in other Circumstances, so in this Concerning the deputation of the Magistrates person, there is great difference: p-acp p-acp j-jn n2, av p-acp d vvg dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vbz j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 183
2064 some hauing their Power by Succession, others by Nomination, and other some by Election. As amongst vs, the supreme Magistrate, the King, hath his Power by succession: some inferiour Magistrates theirs, by Nomination, or speciall appointment, either immediately, or mediately from the King; Some having their Power by Succession, Others by Nomination, and other Some by Election. As among us, the supreme Magistrate, the King, hath his Power by succession: Some inferior Magistrates theirs, by Nomination, or special appointment, either immediately, or mediately from the King; d vhg po32 n1 p-acp n1, n2-jn p-acp n1, cc j-jn d p-acp n1. c-acp p-acp pno12, dt j n1, dt n1, vhz po31 n1 p-acp n1: d j-jn n2 png32, p-acp n1, cc j n1, av-d av-j, cc av-j p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 183
2065 as most of our Iudges, & Iustices: some againe by the elections and voyces of the multitude; as most of our Judges, & Justices: Some again by the elections and voices of the multitude; p-acp ds pp-f po12 n2, cc n2: d av p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 183
2066 as most Officers and Gouernours in our Cities, Corporations, or Colledges. The Directions which I would inferre from my Text, cannot reach the first kinde; as most Officers and Governors in our Cities, Corporations, or Colleges. The Directions which I would infer from my Text, cannot reach the First kind; p-acp ds n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 n2, n2, cc n2. dt n2 r-crq pns11 vmd vvi p-acp po11 n1, vmbx vvb dt ord j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 184
2067 because such Magistrates are borne to vs, not chosen by vs. They doe concerne in some sort, the second ; Because such Magistrates Are born to us, not chosen by us They do concern in Some sort, the second; c-acp d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, xx vvn p-acp pno12 pns32 vdb vvi p-acp d n1, dt ord; (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 184
2068 but most neerely the third kinde, viz. those that are chosen by suffrages and voyces: and therefore vnto this third kinde only I will apply them. but most nearly the third kind, viz. those that Are chosen by suffrages and voices: and Therefore unto this third kind only I will apply them. cc-acp av-ds av-j dt ord j, n1 d cst vbr vvn p-acp n2 cc n2: cc av p-acp d ord n1 av-j pns11 vmb vvi pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 184
2069 We may not thinke, because our voyces are our owne, that therefore wee may bestow them as wee list: We may not think, Because our voices Are our own, that Therefore we may bestow them as we list: pns12 vmb xx vvi, c-acp po12 n2 vbr po12 d, cst av pns12 vmb vvi pno32 c-acp pns12 vvb: (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 184
2070 neither must wee suffer our selues in a matter of this nature to bee carryed by fauour, faction, spight, hope, feare, importunity, or any other corrupt and partiall respect, from those Rules, which ought to leuell our choyce. neither must we suffer our selves in a matter of this nature to be carried by favour, faction, spite, hope, Fear, importunity, or any other corrupt and partial respect, from those Rules, which ought to level our choice. av-dx vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, n1, n1, vvb, vvb, n1, cc d j-jn j cc j n1, p-acp d n2, r-crq vmd pc-acp vvi po12 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 184
2071 But wee must conferre our voyces, and our best furtherance otherwise, vpon those, whom, all things duly considered, we conceiue to bee the fittest: and the greater the place is, But we must confer our voices, and our best furtherance otherwise, upon those, whom, all things duly considered, we conceive to be the Fittest: and the greater the place is, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2, cc po12 js n1 av, p-acp d, ro-crq, d n2 av-jn vvn, pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi dt js: cc dt jc dt n1 vbz, (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 184
2072 and the more the power is wee giue vnto them and from our selues; the greater ought our care in voycing to bee. and the more the power is we give unto them and from our selves; the greater ought our care in voicing to be. cc dt av-dc dt n1 vbz pns12 vvb p-acp pno32 cc p-acp po12 n2; dt jc vmd po12 n1 p-acp vvg pc-acp vbi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 184
2073 It is true indeed, when wee haue vsed all our best care, and proceeded with the greatest caution wee can; It is true indeed, when we have used all our best care, and proceeded with the greatest caution we can; pn31 vbz j av, c-crq pns12 vhb vvn d po12 js vvb, cc vvd p-acp dt js n1 pns12 vmb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 184
2074 wee may be deceiued, and make an vnworthy choyce. For wee cannot iudge of mens fitnesse by any demonstratiue certaintie: we may be deceived, and make an unworthy choice. For we cannot judge of men's fitness by any demonstrative certainty: pns12 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvi dt j n1. c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi pp-f ng2 n1 p-acp d j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 184
2075 all we can doe is to goe vpon probabilities, which can yeeld at the most but a coniecturall certainty, full of vncertainty. all we can do is to go upon probabilities, which can yield At the most but a conjectural certainty, full of uncertainty. d pns12 vmb vdi vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt av-ds p-acp dt j n1, j pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 184
2076 Men ambitious and in appetite, till they haue obtained their desires, vse to dissemble those vices which might make a stop in their preferments; Men ambitious and in appetite, till they have obtained their Desires, use to dissemble those vices which might make a stop in their preferments; n2 j cc p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn po32 n2, vvb p-acp vvb d n2 r-crq vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 184
2077 which, hauing once gotten what they fished for, they bewray with greater freedome: which, having once got what they fished for, they bewray with greater freedom: r-crq, vhg a-acp vvn r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp, pns32 vvi p-acp jc n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 184
2078 and they vse likewise to make a shew of that zeale and forwardnesse in them to doe good, which afterwards commeth to iust nothing. and they use likewise to make a show of that zeal and forwardness in them to do good, which afterwards comes to just nothing. cc pns32 vvb av pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi j, r-crq av vvz p-acp j pi2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2079 Absolon to steale away the hearts of the people, (though hee were euen then most vnnaturally vniust in his purposes, against a father, and such a father; Absalom to steal away the hearts of the people, (though he were even then most unnaturally unjust in his Purposes, against a father, and such a father; np1 pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (cs pns31 vbdr av av av-ds av-j j p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt n1, cc d dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2080 yet hee) made shew of much compassion to the iniured, and of a great desire to doe iustice. yet he) made show of much compassion to the injured, and of a great desire to do Justice. av pns31) vvd n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt j-vvn, cc pp-f dt j vvb pc-acp vdi n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2081 O, saith hee, that I were made a Iudge in the Land, that euery man that hath any suite or cause might come vnto mee, Oh, Says he, that I were made a Judge in the Land, that every man that hath any suit or cause might come unto me, uh, vvz pns31, cst pns11 vbdr vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst d n1 cst vhz d n1 cc n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno11, (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2082 and I would doe him iustice. and I would do him Justice. cc pns11 vmd vdi pno31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2083 And yet I doubt not, but if things had so come to passe, he would haue beene as bad, as the worst. And yet I doubt not, but if things had so come to pass, he would have been as bad, as the worst. cc av pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp cs n2 vhd av vvn pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmd vhi vbn a-acp j, c-acp dt js. (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2084 When the Roman Souldiers had in a tumult proclaimed Galba Emperour, they thought they had done a good dayes worke; When the Roman Soldiers had in a tumult proclaimed Galba Emperor, they Thought they had done a good days work; c-crq dt njp n2 vhd p-acp dt n1 vvn np1 n1, pns32 vvd pns32 vhd vdn dt j ng1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2085 euery man promised himselfe so much good of the new Emperour: every man promised himself so much good of the new Emperor: d n1 vvd px31 av d j pp-f dt j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2086 But when he was in, he proued no better than those that had beene before him. But when he was in, he proved no better than those that had been before him. cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp, pns31 vvd dx jc cs d cst vhd vbn p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2087 One giueth this censure of him, Omnium consensu capax imperij, nisi imperasset: One gives this censure of him, Omnium consensu capax imperij, nisi imperasset: pi vvz d n1 pp-f pno31, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la: (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2088 he had beene a man in euery mans iudgement worthy to haue beene Emperour, if he had not beene Emperour, and so shewed himselfe vnworthy. he had been a man in every men judgement worthy to have been Emperor, if he had not been Emperor, and so showed himself unworthy. pns31 vhd vbn dt n1 p-acp d ng1 n1 j pc-acp vhi vbn n1, cs pns31 vhd xx vbn n1, cc av vvd px31 j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2089 Magistratus indicat virum, is a common saying, and a true. Wee may ghesse vpon likelihoods what they will bee, when wee choose them: Magistratus indicat virum, is a Common saying, and a true. we may guess upon likelihoods what they will be, when we choose them: np1 fw-la fw-la, vbz dt j n-vvg, cc dt j. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n2 r-crq pns32 vmb vbi, c-crq pns12 vvb pno32: (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2090 but the thing it selfe after they are chosen sheweth the certainty what they are. But this vncertainty should bee so farre from making vs carelesse in our choyce; but the thing it self After they Are chosen shows the certainty what they Are. But this uncertainty should be so Far from making us careless in our choice; cc-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 c-acp pns32 vbr vvn vvz dt n1 r-crq pns32 vbr. p-acp d n1 vmd vbi av av-j p-acp vvg pno12 j p-acp po12 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2091 that it should rather adde so much the more to our care, to put things so hazzardous as neere as we can out of hazzard. that it should rather add so much the more to our care, to put things so hazardous as near as we can out of hazard. cst pn31 vmd av-c vvi av av-d dt av-dc p-acp po12 vvb, pc-acp vvi n2 av j c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmb av a-acp vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 185
2092 Now those very Rules, that must direct them to gouerne, must direct vs, also to choose. And namely an eye would be had to the foure Properties specified in my Text. The First, a Zeale of Iustice, and a Delight therein. Now those very Rules, that must Direct them to govern, must Direct us, also to choose. And namely an eye would be had to the foure Properties specified in my Text. The First, a Zeal of justice, and a Delight therein. av d j n2, cst vmb vvi pno32 p-acp vvi, vmb vvi pno12, av p-acp vvi. cc av dt n1 vmd vbi vhn p-acp dt crd n2 vvn p-acp po11 np1 dt ord, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2093 Seest thou a man carelesse of the common good ; one that palpably preferreth his owne before the publique weale; See thou a man careless of the Common good; one that palpably preferreth his own before the public weal; vv2 pns21 dt n1 j pp-f dt j j; pi cst av-j vvz po31 d p-acp dt j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2094 one that loueth his ease so well, that hee careth not which way things goe, backward or forward, one that loves his ease so well, that he Careth not which Way things go, backward or forward, pi cst vvz po31 n1 av av, cst pns31 vvz xx r-crq n1 n2 vvi, av-j cc av-j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2095 so hee may sit still, and not be troubled; so he may fit still, and not be troubled; av pns31 vmb vvi av, cc xx vbi vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2096 one that would diuide honorem ab onere, bee proud of the honour and title, and yet loath to vndergoe the enuie and burthen that attendeth them? set him aside. one that would divide Honor ab onere, be proud of the honour and title, and yet loath to undergo the envy and burden that attends them? Set him aside. pi cst vmd vvi fw-la fw-la fw-la, vbb j pp-f dt n1 cc n1, cc av j pc-acp vvi dt vvb cc n1 cst vvz pno32? vvb pno31 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2097 Neuer thinke that mans roabes will doe well vpon him. Never think that men robes will do well upon him. av-x vvb d ng1 n2 vmb vdi av p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2098 A Iusticeship, or other office would sit vpon such a mans backe as handsomely as Sauls armour did vpon Dauids: vnweildy, and sagging about his shoulders; A Justiceship, or other office would fit upon such a men back as handsomely as Saul's armour did upon David: unwieldy, and sagging about his shoulders; dt n1, cc j-jn n1 vmd vvi p-acp d dt ng1 n1 c-acp av-j c-acp np1 n1 vdd p-acp npg1: j, cc vvg p-acp po31 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2099 so as he could not tell how to stirre and turne himselfe vnder it. Hee is a fit man to make a Magistrate of; so as he could not tell how to stir and turn himself under it. He is a fit man to make a Magistrate of; av c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp pn31. pns31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2100 that will put on righteousnesse as a garment, and cloath himselfe with iudgement as with a Robe and a Diadem. that will put on righteousness as a garment, and cloth himself with judgement as with a Robe and a Diadem. cst vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 px31 p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2101 The second Property is Compassion on the poore. Seest thou a man destitute of counsell and vnderstanding; The second Property is Compassion on the poor. See thou a man destitute of counsel and understanding; dt ord n1 vbz n1 p-acp dt j. vv2 pns21 dt n1 j pp-f n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2102 a man of forlorne hopes or estate, and in whom there is no helpe; a man of forlorn hope's or estate, and in whom there is no help; dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2 cc n1, cc p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz dx n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2103 or one that hauing either counsell or helpe in him, is yet a churle of either; or one that having either counsel or help in him, is yet a churl of either; cc crd d vhg d n1 cc vvi p-acp pno31, vbz av dt n1 pp-f d; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2104 but especially one that is sore in his bargaines, cruell in his dealings, hard to his Tenants, but especially one that is soar in his bargains, cruel in his dealings, hard to his Tenants, cc-acp av-j pi cst vbz j p-acp po31 n2, j p-acp po31 n2-vvg, j p-acp po31 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2105 or an Oppressour in any kinde? Take none of him. Sooner commit a flocke of sheepe to a Wolfe ; or an Oppressor in any kind? Take none of him. Sooner commit a flock of sheep to a Wolf; cc dt n1 p-acp d n1? vvb pix pp-f pno31. av-c vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 186
2106 than a Magistracie or office of iustice to an Oppressour ▪ Such a man is more likely to put out the eyes of him that seeth, than a Magistracy or office of Justice to an Oppressor ▪ Such a man is more likely to put out the eyes of him that sees, cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 ▪ d dt n1 vbz av-dc j p-acp vvd av dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vvz, (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2107 than to be eyes to the blinde ; and to breake the bones of the strong, than to be legges to the lame ; than to be eyes to the blind; and to break the bones of the strong, than to be legs to the lame; cs pc-acp vbb n2 p-acp dt j; cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, cs pc-acp vbb n2 p-acp dt j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2108 and to turne the fatherlesse a begging, than to be a father to the poore. The third Property is Diligence to search out the truth. and to turn the fatherless a begging, than to be a father to the poor. The third Property is Diligence to search out the truth. cc pc-acp vvi dt j dt n-vvg, cs pc-acp vbb dt n1 p-acp dt j. dt ord n1 vbz n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2109 Seest thou a man hasty, and rash, and heady in his owne businesses; a man impatient of delay or paines; See thou a man hasty, and rash, and heady in his own businesses; a man impatient of Delay or pains; vv2 pns21 dt n1 j, cc j, cc j p-acp po31 d n2; dt n1 j pp-f n1 cc n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2110 one that cannot conceale what is meet, till it be seasonable to vtter it, but poureth out all his heart at once, and before the time; one that cannot conceal what is meet, till it be seasonable to utter it, but pours out all his heart At once, and before the time; pi cst vmbx vvb r-crq vbz j, c-acp pn31 vbb j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc-acp vvz av d po31 n1 p-acp a-acp, cc p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2111 one that is easily possest with what is first told him, or being once possest will not with any reason bee perswaded to the contrary; one that is Easily possessed with what is First told him, or being once possessed will not with any reason be persuaded to the contrary; pi cst vbz av-j vvd p-acp r-crq vbz ord vvd pno31, cc vbg a-acp vvn vmb xx p-acp d n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2112 one that lendeth eare so much to some particular friend or follower, as to belieue any information from him, not any but from him; one that dares ear so much to Some particular friend or follower, as to believe any information from him, not any but from him; pi cst vvz n1 av av-d p-acp d j n1 cc n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno31, xx d cc-acp p-acp pno31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2113 one that, to be counted a man of dispatch, loueth to make an end of a businesse before it be ripe? suspect him. one that, to be counted a man of dispatch, loves to make an end of a business before it be ripe? suspect him. pi cst, pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f vvb, vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31 vbb j? vvb pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2114 Hee will scarce haue the Conscience: or if that, yet not the wit, or not the patience, to search out the cause which hee knoweth not. He will scarce have the Conscience: or if that, yet not the wit, or not the patience, to search out the cause which he Knoweth not. pns31 vmb av-j vhi dt n1: cc cs d, av xx dt n1, cc xx dt n1, p-acp vvb av dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz xx. (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2115 The last Property is, Courage to execute. Seest thou a man first ; The last Property is, Courage to execute. See thou a man First; dt ord n1 vbz, n1 pc-acp vvi. vv2 pns21 dt n1 ord; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2116 of a timorous nature, and cowardly disposition? or secondly, of a wauering and fickle minde: as we say of children; of a timorous nature, and cowardly disposition? or secondly, of a wavering and fickle mind: as we say of children; pp-f dt j n1, cc j n1? cc ord, pp-f dt j-vvg cc j n1: c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2117 wonne with an apple, and lost with a nut? or thirdly, that is apt to be wrought vpon, won with an apple, and lost with a nut? or Thirdly, that is apt to be wrought upon, vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1? cc ord, cst vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2118 or moulded into any forme, with faire words, friendly inuitations, or complementall gloses? or fourthly ; or moulded into any Form, with fair words, friendly invitations, or complemental gloss? or fourthly; cc vvn p-acp d n1, p-acp j n2, j n2, cc j n1? cc j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2119 that dependeth vpon some great man, whose vassall or creature hee is? or fiftly ; that dependeth upon Some great man, whose vassal or creature he is? or Fifty; cst vvz p-acp d j n1, rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vbz? cc ord; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2120 a taker, and one that may bee dealt withall? (for that is now the periphrasis of bribery) or sixtly ; a taker, and one that may be dealt withal? (for that is now the periphrasis of bribery) or sixthly; dt n1, cc pi cst vmb vbi vvn av? (c-acp d vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1) cc av-j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 187
2121 guilty of the same transgressions hee should punish, or of other as foule? Neuer a man of these is for the turne: guilty of the same transgressions he should Punish, or of other as foul? Never a man of these is for the turn: j pp-f dt d n2 pns31 vmd vvi, cc pp-f j-jn c-acp j? av-x dt n1 pp-f d vbz p-acp dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2122 not one of these will venture to breake the iawes or tuskes of an oppressing Tygar or Boare, not one of these will venture to break the Jaws or tusks of an oppressing Tiger or Boar, xx pi pp-f d vmb vvi p-acp vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-vvg uh cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2123 and to plucke the spoyle out of his teeth. and to pluck the spoil out of his teeth. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pp-f po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2124 The timorous man is affraid of euery shadow, and if hee doe but heare of teeth, hee thinketh it is good sleeping in a whole skin, The timorous man is afraid of every shadow, and if he do but hear of teeth, he Thinketh it is good sleeping in a Whole skin, dt j n1 vbz j pp-f d n1, cc cs pns31 vdb cc-acp vvb pp-f n2, pns31 vvz pn31 vbz j n-vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2125 and so keepeth aloofe off for feare of biting. The double minded man, as S. Iames saith, is vnstable in all his wayes: and so Keepeth aloof off for Fear of biting. The double minded man, as S. James Says, is unstable in all his ways: cc av vvz av a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f vvg. dt av-jn vvn n1, p-acp np1 np1 vvz, vbz j p-acp d po31 n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2126 hee beginneth to doe something in a sudden heate, when the fit taketh him; he begins to do something in a sudden heat, when the fit Takes him; pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi pi p-acp dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz pno31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2127 but before one iawe can bee halfe broken, hee is not the man hee was, he is sorry for what is done, but before one jaw can be half broken, he is not the man he was, he is sorry for what is done, cc-acp p-acp crd n1 vmb vbi av-jn vvn, pns31 vbz xx dt n1 pns31 vbds, pns31 vbz j p-acp r-crq vbz vdn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2128 and instead of breaking the rest, falleth a binding vp that which he hath broken, and instead of breaking the rest, falls a binding up that which he hath broken, cc av pp-f vvg dt n1, vvz dt vvg a-acp d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2129 and so seeketh to salue vp the matter as well as hee can, and no hurt done. and so seeks to salve up the matter as well as he can, and no hurt done. cc av vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp pns31 vmb, cc dx n1 vdn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2130 The vaine man, that will be flattered, so hee get faire words himselfe, he careth not who getteth foule blowes; The vain man, that will be flattered, so he get fair words himself, he Careth not who gets foul blows; dt j n1, cst vmb vbi vvn, av pns31 vvb j n2 px31, pns31 vvz xx r-crq vvz j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2131 and so the beast will but now and then giue him a licke with the tongue ; and so the beast will but now and then give him a lick with the tongue; cc av dt n1 vmb p-acp av cc av vvb pno31 dt vvi p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2132 he letteth him vse his teeth vpon others at his pleasure. he lets him use his teeth upon Others At his pleasure. pns31 vvz pno31 vvi po31 n2 p-acp n2-jn p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2133 The depending creature is charmed with a letter or a message from his Lord, or his honourable friend; The depending creature is charmed with a Letter or a message from his Lord, or his honourable friend; dt vvg n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2134 which to him is as good as a Supersedeas, or Prohibition. The taker hath his fingers so oyled, that his hand slippeth off when he should plucke away the spoyle, which to him is as good as a Supersedeas, or Prohibition. The taker hath his fingers so oiled, that his hand slippeth off when he should pluck away the spoil, r-crq p-acp pno31 vbz a-acp j c-acp dt fw-la, cc n1. dt n1 vhz po31 n2 av vvn, cst po31 n1 vvz p-acp c-crq pns31 vmd vvi av dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2135 and so he leaueth it vndone. The guilty man by no meanes liketh this breaking of iawes: and so he Leaveth it undone. The guilty man by no means liketh this breaking of Jaws: cc av pns31 vvz pn31 vvn. dt j n1 p-acp dx n2 vvz d n-vvg pp-f n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2136 he thinketh it may be his owne case another day. he Thinketh it may be his own case Another day. pns31 vvz pn31 vmb vbi po31 d n1 j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 188
2137 You see, when you are to choose Magistrates, here is refuse enough, to be cast by. You see, when you Are to choose Magistrates, Here is refuse enough, to be cast by. pn22 vvb, c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp vvb n2, av vbz n1 av-d, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (10) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 188
2138 But by that all these be discarded, and throwne out of the bunch; But by that all these be discarded, and thrown out of the bunch; p-acp p-acp cst d d vbb vvn, cc vvn av pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 188
2139 possibly the whole lumpe will be neere spent, and there will be little or no choyse left. possibly the Whole lump will be near spent, and there will be little or no choice left. av-j dt j-jn n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn, cc pc-acp vmb vbi j cc dx n1 vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 189
2140 Indeed if we should looke for absolute perfection, there would be absolutely no choise at all: Indeed if we should look for absolute perfection, there would be absolutely no choice At all: np1 cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp j n1, pc-acp vmd vbi av-j dx n1 p-acp d: (10) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 189
2141 there is none that doth good, no not one. there is none that does good, no not one. a-acp vbz pix cst vdz j, uh-dx xx crd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 189
2142 We must not be so daintie in our choyse then, as to finde one in euerie respect such as hath beene charactered. We must not be so dainty in our choice then, as to find one in every respect such as hath been charactered. pns12 vmb xx vbi av j p-acp po12 n1 av, c-acp pc-acp vvi pi p-acp d n1 d c-acp vhz vbn vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 189
2143 We liue not in Republica Platonis, but in faece saeculi ; and it is well, if wee can finde one in some good mediocritie so qualified. We live not in Republic Plato's, but in Faece Saeculi; and it is well, if we can find one in Some good mediocrity so qualified. pns12 vvb xx p-acp np1 np1, p-acp p-acp n1 fw-la; cc pn31 vbz av, cs pns12 vmb vvi pi p-acp d j n1 av vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 189
2144 Amid the common corruptions of mankinde, he is to be accounted a tolerably good man, that is not intolerably bad: and among so manie infirmities and defects, Amid the Common corruptions of mankind, he is to be accounted a tolerably good man, that is not intolerably bad: and among so many infirmities and defects, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn dt av-j j n1, cst vbz xx av-j j: cc p-acp av d n2 cc n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 189
2145 as I haue now reckoned, we may well voyce him for a Magistrate; as I have now reckoned, we may well voice him for a Magistrate; c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, pns12 vmb av n1 pno31 p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 189
2146 not that is free from them all, but that hath the fewest and least. And we make a happie choyse, not that is free from them all, but that hath the fewest and least. And we make a happy choice, xx cst vbz j p-acp pno32 d, cc-acp cst vhz dt ds cc av-ds. cc pns12 vvb dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 189
2147 if from among those we haue to chuse of, wee take such a one as is likely to proue in some reasonable mediocritie zealous of iustice, sensible of the wrongs of poore men, carefull to search out the truth of causes, if from among those we have to choose of, we take such a one as is likely to prove in Some reasonable mediocrity zealous of Justice, sensible of the wrongs of poor men, careful to search out the truth of Causes, cs p-acp p-acp d pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi pp-f, pns12 vvb d dt pi a-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 j pp-f n1, j pp-f dt n2-jn pp-f j n2, j pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 189
2148 and resolute to execute what he knoweth is iust. and resolute to execute what he Knoweth is just. cc j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz vbz j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 189
2149 That for Direction. I am next to inferre from the foure Duties in my Text, a iust reproofe, and withall a complaint of the common iniquitie of these times; That for Direction. I am next to infer from the foure Duties in my Text, a just reproof, and withal a complaint of the Common iniquity of these times; cst p-acp n1. pns11 vbm ord pc-acp vvi p-acp dt crd n2 p-acp po11 n1, dt j n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 189
2150 wherein men in the Magistracie and in offices of Iustice are generally so faultie and delinquent in some, or all of these dueties. wherein men in the Magistracy and in Offices of justice Are generally so faulty and delinquent in Some, or all of these duties. c-crq n2 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vbr av-j av j cc j-jn p-acp d, cc d pp-f d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 189
2151 And first, as for zeale to iustice: alas that there were not too much cause to complaine. And First, as for zeal to Justice: alas that there were not too much cause to complain. cc ord, a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1: uh cst a-acp vbdr xx av av-d n1 pc-acp vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 189
2152 It is griefe to speake it (and yet we all see it and know it) there is growne among vs of this land, within the space of not manie yeares, a generall and sensible declination in our Zeale both to Religion and Iustice; the two maine pillars and supporters of Church and State. And it seemeth to be with vs in these regards, It is grief to speak it (and yet we all see it and know it) there is grown among us of this land, within the Molle of not many Years, a general and sensible declination in our Zeal both to Religion and justice; the two main pillars and supporters of Church and State. And it seems to be with us in these regards, pn31 vbz n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 (cc av pns12 d vvb pn31 cc vvb pn31) pc-acp vbz vvn p-acp pno12 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f xx d n2, dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp po12 n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1; dt crd j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. cc pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12 p-acp d n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2153 as with decaying Merchants almost become desperate; as with decaying Merchant's almost become desperate; c-acp p-acp j-vvg n2 av vvn j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2154 who when Creditours call fast vpon them, being hopelesse of paying all grow carelesse of all and pay none: who when Creditors call fast upon them, being hopeless of paying all grow careless of all and pay none: r-crq q-crq n2 vvb av-j p-acp pno32, vbg j pp-f vvg d vvb j pp-f d cc vvb pix: (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2155 so abuses and disorders encrease so fast among vs; so Abuses and disorders increase so fast among us; av n2 cc n2 vvb av av-j p-acp pno12; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2156 that hopelesse to reforme all, our Magistrates begin to neglect all, and in a manner reforme nothing. that hopeless to reform all, our Magistrates begin to neglect all, and in a manner reform nothing. cst j pc-acp vvi d, po12 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi d, cc p-acp dt n1 vvi pix. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2157 How few are there of them that sit in the seate of iustice, whose consciences can prompt them a comfortable answer to that Question of Dauid, Psal. 58. Are your mindes set vpon righteousnes, ô ye congregation? Rather are they not almost all of Gallio's temper, Act. 18. who, How few Are there of them that fit in the seat of Justice, whose Consciences can prompt them a comfortable answer to that Question of David, Psalm 58. are your minds Set upon righteousness, o you congregation? Rather Are they not almost all of Gallio's temper, Act. 18. who, c-crq d vbr a-acp pp-f pno32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, rg-crq n2 vmb vvi pno32 dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd vbr po22 n2 vvn p-acp n1, uh pn22 n1? av vbr pns32 xx av d pp-f npg1 vvi, n1 crd zz, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2158 though there were a foule outrage committed euen vnder his nose, & in the sight of the Bench, though there were a foul outrage committed even under his nose, & in the sighed of the Bench, cs pc-acp vbdr dt j n1 vvn av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2159 yet the Text saith he cared for none of those things? as if they had their names giuen them by an Antiphrasis: like Diogenes his man; yet the Text Says he cared for none of those things? as if they had their names given them by an Antiphrasis: like Diogenes his man; av dt n1 vvz pns31 vvd p-acp pix pp-f d n2? c-acp cs pns32 vhd po32 n2 vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1: av-j np1 po31 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2160 Manes à manendo, because he would be now and then running away; so these Iustices à iustitia, because they neyther do nor care to doe iustice. Manes à manendo, Because he would be now and then running away; so these Justices à iustitia, Because they neither doe nor care to do Justice. fw-la fw-fr fw-la, c-acp pns31 vmd vbi av cc av vvg av; av d n2 fw-fr fw-la, c-acp pns32 dx n1 ccx n1 pc-acp vdi n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2161 Peraduenture here and there one or two in a whole side of a countrey to be found, that make a conscience of their duetie more than the rest, Peradventure Here and there one or two in a Whole side of a country to be found, that make a conscience of their duty more than the rest, av av cc a-acp crd cc crd p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 av-dc cs dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2162 and are forward to doe the best good they can: Gods blessing rest vpon their heads for it. and Are forward to do the best good they can: God's blessing rest upon their Heads for it. cc vbr j pc-acp vdi dt js av-j pns32 vmb: ng1 n1 n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2163 But what commeth of it? The rest, glad of their forwardnesse, make onely this vse of it to themselues; But what comes of it? The rest, glad of their forwardness, make only this use of it to themselves; p-acp r-crq vvz pp-f pn31? dt n1, j pp-f po32 n1, vvb av-j d n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp px32; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2164 euen to slip their owne neckes out of the yoake, and leaue all the burden vpon them: even to slip their own necks out of the yoke, and leave all the burden upon them: av pc-acp vvi po32 d n2 av pp-f dt n1, cc vvi d dt n1 p-acp pno32: (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 190
2165 and so at length euen tyre out them too, by making common packhorses of them. and so At length even tyre out them too, by making Common packhorses of them. cc av p-acp n1 av vvi av pno32 av, p-acp vvg j n2 pp-f pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2166 A little it may be is done by the rest, for fashion, but to little purpose; A little it may be is done by the rest, for fashion, but to little purpose; dt j pn31 vmb vbi vbz vdn p-acp dt n1, c-acp n1, p-acp p-acp j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2167 sometimes more to shew their Iusticeship, than to doe justice: and a little more it may bee is wrung from them by importunitie ; sometime more to show their Justiceship, than to do Justice: and a little more it may be is wrung from them by importunity; av n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cs pc-acp vdi n1: cc dt j n1 pn31 vmb vbi vbz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2168 as the poore widow in the parable by her clamarousnesse wrung a piece of iustice with much adoe from the Iudge that neyther feared God nor regarded man. as the poor widow in the parable by her clamarousnesse wrung a piece of Justice with much ado from the Judge that neither feared God nor regarded man. c-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 cst dx vvd np1 ccx vvn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2169 Alas, Beloued, if all were right within, if there were generally that zeale that should be in Magistrates: Alas, beloved, if all were right within, if there were generally that zeal that should be in Magistrates: uh, j-vvn, cs d vbdr j-jn p-acp, cs pc-acp vbdr av-j d n1 cst vmd vbi p-acp n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2170 good Lawes would not thus languish as they doe for want of execution; good Laws would not thus languish as they do for want of execution; j n2 vmd xx av vvi c-acp pns32 vdb p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2171 there would not be that insolencie of Popish Recusants, that licence of Rogues and wanderers, that prouling of Officers, that enhaunsing of fees, that delay of suits, that countenancing of abuses, those carkases of depopulated townes, infinite other mischiefes; there would not be that insolency of Popish Recusants, that licence of Rogues and wanderers, that prouling of Officers, that enhaunsing of fees, that Delay of suits, that countenancing of Abuses, those carcases of depopulated Towns, infinite other mischiefs; pc-acp vmd xx vbi d n1 pp-f j n2, cst n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cst j-vvg pp-f n2, cst vvg pp-f n2, cst n1 pp-f n2, cst vvg pp-f n2, d n2 pp-f vvn n2, j j-jn n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2172 which are the sinnes shal I say or the plagues? it is hard to say whether more, they are indeed both, the sinnes and the plagues of this land. which Are the Sins shall I say or the plagues? it is hard to say whither more, they Are indeed both, the Sins and the plagues of this land. r-crq vbr dt n2 vmb pns11 vvi cc dt n2? pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cs av-dc, pns32 vbr av av-d, dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2173 And as for Compassion to the distressed ; And as for Compassion to the distressed; cc c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2174 is there not now iust cause, if euer, to complaine? If in these hard times, wherin nothing aboundeth but pouerty and sinne ; is there not now just cause, if ever, to complain? If in these hard times, wherein nothing Aboundeth but poverty and sin; vbz pc-acp xx av j n1, cs av, pc-acp vvi? cs p-acp d j n2, c-crq pix vvz cc-acp n1 cc vvb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2175 when the great ones of the earth should most of all enlarge their bowels, and reach out the hand to relieue the extreme necessity of thousands that are ready to sterue: when the great ones of the earth should most of all enlarge their bowels, and reach out the hand to relieve the extreme necessity of thousands that Are ready to starve: c-crq dt j pi2 pp-f dt n1 vmd av-ds pp-f d vvb po32 n2, cc vvi av dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f crd cst vbr j pc-acp vvi: (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2176 if (I say) in these times great men, yea and men of Iustice, are as throng as euer in pulling downe houses, and setting vp hedges; if (I say) in these times great men, yea and men of justice, Are as throng as ever in pulling down houses, and setting up hedges; cs (pns11 vvb) p-acp d n2 j n2, uh cc n2 pp-f n1, vbr p-acp n1 c-acp av p-acp vvg a-acp n2, cc vvg a-acp n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2177 in vnpeopling townes, and creating beggars; in racking the backes, and grinding the faces of the poore; in unpeopling Towns, and creating beggars; in racking the backs, and grinding the faces of the poor; p-acp j-vvg n2, cc vvg n2; p-acp j-vvg dt n2, cc vvg dt n2 pp-f dt j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 191
2178 how dwelleth the loue of God, how dwelleth the spirit of compassion in these men? Are these eyes to the blinde, feet to the lame, how dwells the love of God, how dwells the Spirit of compassion in these men? are these eyes to the blind, feet to the lame, q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2? vbr d n2 p-acp dt j, n2 p-acp dt j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2179 and fathers to the poore, as Iob was? I know your hearts cannot but rise in detestation of these things, at the verie mentioning of them. and Father's to the poor, as Job was? I know your hearts cannot but rise in detestation of these things, At the very mentioning of them. cc n2 p-acp dt j, p-acp np1 vbds? pns11 vvb po22 n2 vmbx cc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp dt j vvg pp-f pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2180 But what would you say, if as it was said to Ezechiel, so I should bid you turne againe, and behold yet greater and yet greater abominations ; But what would you say, if as it was said to Ezechiel, so I should bid you turn again, and behold yet greater and yet greater abominations; p-acp q-crq vmd pn22 vvi, cs c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1, av pns11 vmd vvi pn22 vvb av, cc vvb av jc cc av jc n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2181 of the lamentable oppressions of the poore by them and their instruments, who stand bound in all conscience, of the lamentable oppressions of the poor by them and their Instruments, who stand bound in all conscience, pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt j p-acp pno32 cc po32 n2, r-crq n1 vvn p-acp d n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2182 and in regard of their places, to protect them from the iniuries and oppressions of others? But I forbeare to doe that; and in regard of their places, to Pact them from the injuries and oppressions of Others? But I forbear to do that; cc p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2-jn? p-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vdi d; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2183 and chuse rather out of one passage in the Prophet Amos, to giue you some short intimation both of the faults, and choose rather out of one passage in the Prophet Amos, to give you Some short intimation both of the Faults, cc vvb av-c av pp-f crd n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, pc-acp vvi pn22 d j n1 av-d pp-f dt n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2184 and of the reason of my forbearance. and of the reason of my forbearance. cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2185 It is in Amos 5.12, 13. I know your manifold transgressions, and your mightie sinnes: they afflict the iust, they take a bribe, It is in Amos 5.12, 13. I know your manifold transgressions, and your mighty Sins: they afflict the just, they take a bribe, pn31 vbz p-acp np1 crd, crd pns11 vvb po22 j n2, cc po22 j n2: pns32 vvb dt j, pns32 vvb dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2186 and they turne aside the poore in the gate from their right: Therefore the prudent shall keepe silence in that time ; and they turn aside the poor in the gate from their right: Therefore the prudent shall keep silence in that time; cc pns32 vvb av dt j p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n-jn: av dt j vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2187 for it is an euill time. for it is an evil time. p-acp pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2188 And as for searching out the truth in mens causes, which is the third Duetie: first, those Sycophants deserue a rebuke, who by false accusations and cunningly deuised tales ( NONLATINALPHABET) of purpose inuolue the truth of things to set a faire colour vpon a bad matter, And as for searching out the truth in men's Causes, which is the third Duty: First, those sycophants deserve a rebuke, who by false accusations and cunningly devised tales () of purpose involve the truth of things to Set a fair colour upon a bad matter, cc c-acp p-acp vvg av dt n1 p-acp ng2 n2, r-crq vbz dt ord n1: ord, d n2 vvb dt n1, r-crq p-acp j n2 cc av-jn vvn n2 () pp-f n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2189 or to take away the righteousnesse of the innocent from him. or to take away the righteousness of the innocent from him. cc pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2190 And yet how manie are there such as these in most of our Courts of iustice? Informing, and promoting, and pettifogging make-bates. And yet how many Are there such as these in most of our Courts of Justice? Informing, and promoting, and pettifogging Makebates. cc av c-crq d vbr pc-acp d c-acp d p-acp ds pp-f po12 vvz pp-f n1? vvg, cc j-vvg, cc j j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2191 Now it were a lamentable thing if these men should be known, and yet suffered : Now it were a lamentable thing if these men should be known, and yet suffered: av pn31 vbdr dt j n1 cs d n2 vmd vbi vvn, cc av vvd: (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 192
2192 but what if countenanced, and encouraged, and vnderhand maintained by the Magistrates of those Courts, of purpose to bring Moulter to their owne Mills? Secondly, since Magistrates must be content (for they are but men, but what if countenanced, and encouraged, and underhand maintained by the Magistrates of those Courts, of purpose to bring Moulter to their own Mills? Secondly, since Magistrates must be content (for they Are but men, cc-acp q-crq cs vvn, cc vvn, cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po32 d n2? ord, c-acp n2 vmb vbi j (c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 193
2193 and cannot be euery where at once) in many things to see with other mens eyes, and to heare with other mens eares, and to proceed vpon information: those men deserue a rebuke, who being by their office to ripen causes for iudgement, and cannot be every where At once) in many things to see with other men's eyes, and to hear with other men's ears, and to proceed upon information: those men deserve a rebuke, who being by their office to ripen Causes for judgement, cc vmbx vbi d q-crq p-acp a-acp) p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1: d n2 vvi dt n1, r-crq vbg p-acp po32 n1 p-acp vvb n2 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 193
2194 and to facilitate the Magistrates care and paines for inquisition; and to facilitate the Magistrates care and pains for inquisition; cc p-acp vvi dt n2 vvb cc n2 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 193
2195 doe yet eyther for feare, or fauour, or negligence, or a fee, keepe backe true and necessarie informations, do yet either for Fear, or favour, or negligence, or a fee, keep back true and necessary informations, vdb av av-d c-acp vvb, cc n1, cc n1, cc dt n1, vvb av j cc j n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 193
2196 or else for spight or gaine clogge the Courts with false or trifling ones. or Else for spite or gain clog the Courts with false or trifling ones. cc av p-acp n1 cc vvi vvi dt n2 p-acp j cc j-vvg pi2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 193
2197 But most of all the Magistrates themselues deserue a rebuke, if eyther they be hastie to acquite a man vpon his owne bare deniall or protestation (for si inficiari sufficiet, ecquis erit nocens? as the Oratour pleaded before Iulian the Emperour; But most of all the Magistrates themselves deserve a rebuke, if either they be hasty to acquit a man upon his own bore denial or protestation (for si inficiari sufficiet, Equites erit Nocens? as the Orator pleaded before Iulian the Emperor; p-acp ds pp-f d dt n2 px32 vvb dt n1, cs d pns32 vbb j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 d j n1 cc n1 (c-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la? p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 193
2198 if a deniall may serue the turne, none shall be guiltie,) or if hastie to condemne a man vpon anothers bare accusation (for si accusasse sufficiet, ecquis erit innocens? as the Emperour excellently replied vpon that Oratour; if a denial may serve the turn, none shall be guilty,) or if hasty to condemn a man upon another's bore accusation (for si accusasse sufficiet, Equites erit Innocent? as the Emperor excellently replied upon that Orator; cs dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, pix vmb vbi j,) cc cs j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn j n1 (c-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la? p-acp dt n1 av-j vvd p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 193
2199 if an accusation may serue the turne, none shall bee innocent,) or if they suffer themselues to bee possest with preiudice, if an accusation may serve the turn, none shall be innocent,) or if they suffer themselves to be possessed with prejudice, cs dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, pix vmb vbi j-jn,) cc cs pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 193
2200 and not keepe one eare open (as they write of Alexander the Great) for the contrarie partie, that they may stand indifferent till the truth be throughly canvassed; and not keep one ear open (as they write of Alexander the Great) for the contrary party, that they may stand indifferent till the truth be thoroughly canvased; cc xx vvi crd c-acp j (c-acp pns32 vvb pp-f np1 dt j) p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi j c-acp dt n1 vbb av-j vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 193
2201 or if to keepe causes long in their hands, they eyther delay to search the truth out, that they may know it, or if to keep Causes long in their hands, they either Delay to search the truth out, that they may know it, cc cs pc-acp vvi n2 av-j p-acp po32 n2, pns32 d vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, cst pns32 vmb vvi pn31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 193
2202 or to decide the cause according to the truth, when they haue found it. And as for Courage to execute iustice, which is the last Duty: or to decide the cause according to the truth, when they have found it. And as for Courage to execute Justice, which is the last Duty: cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn pn31. cc c-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1, r-crq vbz dt ord n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 193
2203 what need we trouble our selues to seeke out the causes, when wee see the effect so daily and plainly before our eyes? whether it be through his owne cowardise or inconstancy, that he keepeth off; what need we trouble our selves to seek out the Causes, when we see the Effect so daily and plainly before our eyes? whither it be through his own cowardice or inconstancy, that he Keepeth off; r-crq vvb pns12 vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vvi av dt n2, c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 av av-j cc av-j p-acp po12 n2? cs pn31 vbb p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, cst pns31 vvz a-acp; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 194
2204 or that a faire word whistleth him off; or that a great mans letter staveth him off; or that a fair word whistleth him off; or that a great men Letter staveth him off; cc cst dt j n1 vvz pno31 a-acp; cc cst dt j ng1 n1 vvz pno31 a-acp; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 194
2205 or that his owne guilty conscience doggeth him off; or that his hands are manacled with a bribe, that he cannot fasten; or that his own guilty conscience doggeth him off; or that his hands Are manacled with a bribe, that he cannot fasten; cc cst po31 d j n1 vvz pno31 a-acp; cc cst po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmbx vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 194
2206 or whatsoeuer other matter there is in it: or whatsoever other matter there is in it: cc r-crq j-jn n1 a-acp vbz p-acp pn31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 194
2207 sure we are, the Magistrate too often letteth the wicked carry away the spoile, without, breaking a law of him, sure we Are, the Magistrate too often lets the wicked carry away the spoil, without, breaking a law of him, av-j pns12 vbr, dt n1 av av vvz dt j vvi av dt n1, p-acp, vvg dt n1 pp-f pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 194
2208 or so much as offering to picke his teeth. It was not wel in Dauids time, (and yet Dauid a Godly King ); or so much as offering to pick his teeth. It was not well in David time, (and yet David a Godly King); cc av av-d c-acp vvg p-acp vvb po31 n2. pn31 vbds xx av p-acp npg1 n1, (cc av np1 dt j n1); (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 194
2209 when complainingly he asked the Question, who will stand vp with me against the euill doers? It was not well in Salomons time, (and yet Salomon a peaceable King ) when considering the Oppressions that were done vnder the Sunne, hee saw that on the side of the oppressours there was power ; when complainingly he asked the Question, who will stand up with me against the evil doers? It was not well in Solomon's time, (and yet Solomon a peaceable King) when considering the Oppressions that were done under the Sun, he saw that on the side of the Oppressors's there was power; q-crq av-vvg pns31 vvd dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno11 p-acp dt j-jn n2? pn31 vbds xx av p-acp np1 n1, (cc av np1 dt j n1) c-crq vvg dt n2 cst vbdr vdn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng2 a-acp vbds n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 194
2210 but as for the oppressed, they had no comforter. Wee liue vnder the happy gouernment of a godly and peaceable King, Gods holy Name bee blessed for it: but as for the oppressed, they had no comforter. we live under the happy government of a godly and peaceable King, God's holy Name be blessed for it: cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt j-vvn, pns32 vhd dx n1. pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, npg1 j n1 vbi vvn p-acp pn31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 194
2211 and yet God knoweth, and we all know, it is not much better now; nay God grant, it be not generally euen much worse! and yet God Knoweth, and we all know, it is not much better now; nay God grant, it be not generally even much Worse! cc av np1 vvz, cc pns12 d vvb, pn31 vbz xx d jc av; uh np1 vvb, pn31 vbb xx av-j av av-d jc! (10) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 194
2212 Receiue now in the last place, and as the third and last inference, a word of Exhortation ; Receive now in the last place, and as the third and last Inference, a word of Exhortation; vvb av p-acp dt ord n1, cc p-acp dt ord cc ord n1, dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 194
2213 and it shall be but a word. You whom God hath called to any honour or office appertaining to iustice; and it shall be but a word. You whom God hath called to any honour or office appertaining to Justice; cc pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1. pn22 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 vvg p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 194
2214 as you tender the glory of God and the good of the Commonwealth, as you tender the honour of the King and the prosperity of the Kingdome, as you tender the peace and tranquillity of your selues and neighbours, as you tender the comfort of your own consciences, and the saluation of your owne soules: set your selues throughly and cheerfully and constantly and conscionably, to discharge with faithfulnesse all those duties which belong vnto you in your seuerall stations and callings, as you tender the glory of God and the good of the Commonwealth, as you tender the honour of the King and the Prosperity of the Kingdom, as you tender the peace and tranquillity of your selves and neighbours, as you tender the Comfort of your own Consciences, and the salvation of your own Souls: Set your selves thoroughly and cheerfully and constantly and Conscionably, to discharge with faithfulness all those duties which belong unto you in your several stations and callings, c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt j pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n2 cc n2, c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 d n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po22 d n2: vvb po22 n2 av-j cc av-j cc av-j cc av-j, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 d d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 j n2 cc n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 195
2215 and to aduance to the vtmost of your power the due administration and execution of Iustice. Doe not decline those burdens, which cleaue to the honours you sustaine. and to advance to the utmost of your power the due administration and execution of Justice Do not decline those burdens, which cleave to the honours you sustain. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j pp-f po22 n1 dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vdb xx vvi d n2, r-crq vvb p-acp dt n2 pn22 vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 195
2216 Doe not poast off those businesses from your selues to others, which you should rather do than they, Do not post off those businesses from your selves to Others, which you should rather do than they, vdb xx vvi a-acp d n2 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n2-jn, r-crq pn22 vmd av-c vdb av pns32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 195
2217 or at least may as well do as they. or At least may as well do as they. cc p-acp ds vmb c-acp av vdb c-acp pns32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 195
2218 Stand vp with the Zeale of Phinees, & by executing iudgment, helpe to turne away those heauie plagues, which God hath already begun to bring vpon vs; Stand up with the Zeal of Phinehas, & by executing judgement, help to turn away those heavy plagues, which God hath already begun to bring upon us; n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp vvg n1, vvb pc-acp vvi av d j n2, r-crq np1 vhz av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12; (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 195
2219 and to preuent those yet heauier ones, which hauing so rightly deserued, wee haue all iust cause to feare. and to prevent those yet Heavier ones, which having so rightly deserved, we have all just cause to Fear. cc pc-acp vvi d av jc pi2, r-crq vhg av av-jn vvn, pns12 vhb d j n1 pc-acp vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 195
2220 Breathe flesh life into the languishing lawes, by mature, and seuere, and discreete execution. Put on righteousnesse as a garment; Breathe Flesh life into the languishing laws, by mature, and severe, and discreet execution. Put on righteousness as a garment; vvb n1 n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n2, p-acp j, cc j, cc j n1. vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 195
2221 and cloathe your selues with iudgement as with a robe and diademe. Among so many Oppressions, as in these euill daies are done vnder the Sunne; and cloth your selves with judgement as with a robe and diadem. Among so many Oppressions, as in these evil days Are done under the Sun; cc vvi po22 n2 p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1. p-acp av d n2, a-acp p-acp d j-jn n2 vbr vdn p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 195
2222 to whom should the fatherlesse, and the widow, and the wronged complain but to you, whence seek for reliefe but from you? Bee not you wanting to their necessities. to whom should the fatherless, and the widow, and the wronged complain but to you, whence seek for relief but from you? Bee not you wanting to their necessities. p-acp ro-crq vmd dt j, cc dt n1, cc dt vvd vvb cc-acp p-acp pn22, q-crq vvb p-acp n1 cc-acp p-acp pn22? n1 xx pn22 vvg p-acp po32 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 195
2223 Let your eyes be open vnto their miseries, and your eares open vnto their cryes, and your hands open vnto their wants. Giue friendly Counsell to those that stand need of your Direction: Let your eyes be open unto their misery's, and your ears open unto their cries, and your hands open unto their Wants. Give friendly Counsel to those that stand need of your Direction: vvb po22 n2 vbb j p-acp po32 n2, cc po22 n2 vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc po22 n2 vvb p-acp po32 vvz. vvb j n1 p-acp d cst vvb n1 pp-f po22 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 195
2224 affoord conuenient helpe to those, that stand need of your Assistance: afford convenient help to those, that stand need of your Assistance: vvb j vvb p-acp d, cst vvb n1 pp-f po22 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 195
2225 carry a fatherly affection to all those that stand need of any comfort, protection, or reliefe from you. carry a fatherly affection to all those that stand need of any Comfort, protection, or relief from you. vvb dt j n1 p-acp d d cst vvb n1 pp-f d n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp pn22. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2226 Be eyes to the blinde, and feete to the lame: and be you instead of fathers to the poore. Be eyes to the blind, and feet to the lame: and be you instead of Father's to the poor. vbb n2 p-acp dt j, cc n2 p-acp dt j: cc vbb pn22 av pp-f n2 p-acp dt j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2227 But yet do not countenance, no not a poore man, in his cause ; farther than hee hath equity on his side. But yet do not countenance, no not a poor man, in his cause; farther than he hath equity on his side. p-acp av vdb xx vvi, uh-dx xx dt j n1, p-acp po31 n1; av-jc cs pns31 vhz n1 p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2228 Remember one point of Wisedome, not to be too credulous of euery suggestion and information. remember one point of Wisdom, not to be too credulous of every suggestion and information. np1 crd n1 pp-f n1, xx pc-acp vbi av j pp-f d n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2229 But doe your best to spie out the chinkes, and starting holes, and secret conueyances and packings of cunning and crafty companions: But do your best to spy out the chinks, and starting holes, and secret conveyances and packings of cunning and crafty Sodales: cc-acp vdb po22 js pc-acp vvi av dt n2, cc vvg n2, cc j-jn n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f j-jn cc j n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2230 and when you haue found them out, bring them to light, and doe exemplary iustice vpon them. and when you have found them out, bring them to Light, and do exemplary Justice upon them. cc c-crq pn22 vhb vvn pno32 av, vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi, cc vdb j n1 p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2231 Sell not your eares to your seruants: nor tye your selues to the informations of some one, Fell not your ears to your Servants: nor tie your selves to the informations of Some one, n1 xx po22 n2 p-acp po22 n2: ccx vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d crd, (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2232 or a few, or of him that commeth first; but let euery party haue a faire & an equall hearing. Examine proofes: consider circumstances: or a few, or of him that comes First; but let every party have a fair & an equal hearing. Examine proofs: Consider Circumstances: cc dt d, cc pp-f pno31 cst vvz ord; cc-acp vvb d n1 vhb dt j cc dt j-jn vvg. vvb n2: vvb n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2233 bee content to heare simple men tell their tales in such language as they haue: thinke no paines, no patience too much to sift out the truth. be content to hear simple men tell their tales in such language as they have: think no pains, no patience too much to sift out the truth. vbb j pc-acp vvi j n2 vvb po32 n2 p-acp d n1 c-acp pns32 vhb: vvb dx n2, dx n1 av av-d pc-acp vvi av dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2234 Neither by inconsiderate hast preiudice any mans right: nor weary him out of it by torturing delayes. Neither by inconsiderate haste prejudice any men right: nor weary him out of it by torturing delays. av-d p-acp j n1 n1 d ng1 j-jn: ccx j pno31 av pp-f pn31 p-acp j-vvg n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2235 The Cause which you know not, vse all diligence, and conuenient both care and speede, to search it out. But euer withall remember your standing is slippery; The Cause which you know not, use all diligence, and convenient both care and speed, to search it out. But ever withal Remember your standing is slippery; dt n1 r-crq pn22 vvb xx, vvb d n1, cc av-j d n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 av. p-acp av av vvb po22 n-vvg vbz j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2236 and you shall haue many and sore assaults, and very shreud temptations : so that vnlesse you arme your selues with inuincible resolution, you are gone. and you shall have many and soar assaults, and very shrewd temptations: so that unless you arm your selves with invincible resolution, you Are gone. cc pn22 vmb vhi d cc j n2, cc av j n2: av cst cs pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp j n1, pn22 vbr vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2237 The wicked ones of this world will coniure you by your old friendship and acquaintance, and by all the bonds of neighbourhood & kindenesse; The wicked ones of this world will conjure you by your old friendship and acquaintance, and by all the bonds of neighbourhood & kindness; dt j pi2 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp po22 j n1 cc n1, cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 196
2238 bribe your wiues and children and seruants to corrupt you; procure great mens letters or fauourites as engines to moue you; bribe your wives and children and Servants to corrupt you; procure great men's letters or favourites as Engines to move you; vvb po22 n2 cc n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pn22; vvb j ng2 n2 cc n2 c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pn22; (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2239 conuey a bribe into your own bosomes, but vnder a handsomer name, and in some other shape, convey a bribe into your own bosoms, but under a handsomer name, and in Some other shape, vvi dt vvb p-acp po22 d n2, cc-acp p-acp dt jc n1, cc p-acp d j-jn n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2240 so cunningly and secretly sometimes, that your selues shall not know it to be a bribe when you receiue it. so cunningly and secretly sometime, that your selves shall not know it to be a bribe when you receive it. av av-jn cc av-jn av, cst po22 n2 vmb xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 c-crq pn22 vvb pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2241 Harden your faces, and strengthen your resolutions with a holy obstinacy, against these and all other like temptations. Harden your faces, and strengthen your resolutions with a holy obstinacy, against these and all other like temptations. np1 po22 n2, cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d cc d j-jn j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2242 Count him an enemy, that will alledge friendship to peruert iustice. Count him an enemy, that will allege friendship to pervert Justice. n1 pno31 dt n1, cst vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2243 When you sit in the place of Iustice, thinke you are not now husbands, or parents, or neighbours ; When you fit in the place of justice, think you Are not now Husbands, or Parents, or neighbours; c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb pn22 vbr xx av n2, cc n2, cc n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2244 but Iudges. Contemne the frownes, and the fauours, and the letters of great ones: but Judges. Contemn the frowns, and the favours, and the letters of great ones: cc-acp n2. vvb dt n2, cc dt n2, cc dt n2 pp-f j pi2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2245 in comparison of that trust, which greater ones than they, the King and State, and a yet greater than they, the great God of heauen and earth, hath reposed in you, and expecteth from you. in comparison of that trust, which greater ones than they, the King and State, and a yet greater than they, the great God of heaven and earth, hath reposed in you, and Expects from you. p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq jc pi2 cs pns32, dt n1 cc n1, cc dt av jc cs pns32, dt j np1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vhz vvn p-acp pn22, cc vvz p-acp pn22. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2246 Chastise him with seuere indignation, if he begin; Chastise him with severe Indignation, if he begin; vvb pno31 p-acp j n1, cs pns31 vvb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2247 and if hee continue, spit defiance in his face, who ere hee bee, that shall thinke you so base as to sell your freedome for a bribe. and if he continue, spit defiance in his face, who ere he be, that shall think you so base as to fell your freedom for a bribe. cc cs pns31 vvb, vvb n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq c-acp pns31 vbb, cst vmb vvi pn22 av j p-acp pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2248 Gird your sword vpon your thigh; Gird your sword upon your thigh; np1 po22 n1 p-acp po22 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2249 and (keeping your selues euer within the compasse of your Commissions and Callings, as the Sunne in the Zodiake ) goe thorough stitch right on in the course of Iustice, as the Sunne in the firmament with vnresisted violence; and (keeping your selves ever within the compass of your Commissions and Callings, as the Sun in the Zodiac) go through stitch right on in the course of justice, as the Sun in the firmament with unresisted violence; cc (vvg po22 n2 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1) vvb p-acp n1 j-jn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2250 and as a gyant that reioyceth to runne his race, and who can stop him ▪ Beare not the sword in vaine ▪ but let your right hand teach you terrible things. and as a giant that rejoices to run his raze, and who can stop him ▪ Bear not the sword in vain ▪ but let your right hand teach you terrible things. cc c-acp dt n1 cst vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc r-crq vmb vvi pno31 ▪ vvb xx dt n1 p-acp j ▪ cc-acp vvb po22 j-jn n1 vvb pn22 j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2251 Defend the poore, and fatherlesse, and deliuer the oppressed from them that are mightier than hee: Defend the poor, and fatherless, and deliver the oppressed from them that Are Mightier than he: vvb dt j, cc j, cc vvb dt j-vvn p-acp pno32 cst vbr jc cs pns31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 197
2252 Smite through the loynes of those that rise vp to doe wrong, that they rise not againe: Smite through the loins of those that rise up to do wrong, that they rise not again: vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb a-acp p-acp vdb vvi, cst pns32 vvb xx av: (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 198
2253 Breake the iawes of the wicked, & pluck the spoyle out of his teeth. Break the Jaws of the wicked, & pluck the spoil out of his teeth. vvb dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc vvi dt n1 av pp-f po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 198
2254 Thus if you doe, the wicked shall feare you, the good shall blesse you, the poore shall pray for you, posterity shall praise you, your owne hearts shall cheare you, Thus if you do, the wicked shall Fear you, the good shall bless you, the poor shall pray for you, posterity shall praise you, your own hearts shall cheer you, av cs pn22 vdb, dt j vmb vvi pn22, dt j vmb vvi pn22, dt j vmb vvi p-acp pn22, n1 vmb vvi pn22, po22 d n2 vmb vvi pn22, (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 198
2255 and the great God of Heauen shall reward you. and the great God of Heaven shall reward you. cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pn22. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 198
2256 This that you may doe in some good measure, the same God of Heauen enable you: This that you may do in Some good measure, the same God of Heaven enable you: d cst pn22 vmb vdi p-acp d j n1, dt d n1 pp-f n1 vvi pn22: (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 198
2257 and giue you and euery of vs grace in our seuerall places and callings to seek his glory, and give you and every of us grace in our several places and callings to seek his glory, cc vvb pn22 cc d pp-f pno12 vvi p-acp po12 j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 198
2258 and to endeauour the discharge of a good conscience. and to endeavour the discharge of a good conscience. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 198
2259 To which God blessed for euer, Father, Sonne, and Holy Ghost, three Persons and one eternall invisible and onely wise God, bee ascribed all the Kingdome, Power, To which God blessed for ever, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, three Persons and one Eternal invisible and only wise God, be ascribed all the Kingdom, Power, p-acp r-crq np1 vvd p-acp av, n1, n1, cc j n1, crd n2 cc crd j j cc av-j j np1, vbb vvn d dt n1, n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 198
2260 and Glory, for euer and euer. Amen. and Glory, for ever and ever. Amen. cc n1, c-acp av cc av. uh-n. (10) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 198
2261 THE SECOND SERMON. Exod. 23. Ver. 1, — 3. 1. Thou shalt not raise a false report: THE SECOND SERMON. Exod 23. Ver. 1, — 3. 1. Thou shalt not raise a false report: dt ord n1. np1 crd np1 vvn, — crd crd pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 199
2262 put not thine hand with the wicked to bee an vnrighteous witnesse. 2. Thou shalt not follow a multitude to doe euill: put not thine hand with the wicked to be an unrighteous witness. 2. Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil: vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp dt j pc-acp vbi dt j n1. crd pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 199
2263 neither shalt thou speake in a cause, to decline after many to wrest iudgement. 3. Neither shalt thou countenance a poore man in his cause. neither shalt thou speak in a cause, to decline After many to wrest judgement. 3. Neither shalt thou countenance a poor man in his cause. dx vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d pc-acp vvi n1. crd av-dx vm2 pns21 vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 199
2264 THere is no one thing, Religion euer excepted, that more secureth and adorneth the State, than Iustice doth. THere is no one thing, Religion ever excepted, that more secureth and adorneth the State, than justice does. pc-acp vbz dx pi n1, n1 av vvn, cst dc vvz cc vvz dt n1, cs n1 vdz. (11) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 199
2265 It is both Columna, and Corona Reipubl. as a Prop, to make it subsist firme in it selfe; It is both Columna, and Corona Reipubl. as a Prop, to make it subsist firm in it self; pn31 vbz d np1, cc np1 np1. p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi j p-acp pn31 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 199
2266 and as a Crowne, to render it glorious in the eyes of others. and as a Crown, to render it glorious in the eyes of Others. cc c-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 199
2267 As the Cement in a building, that holdeth all together, so is Iustice to the publique Body: As the Cement in a building, that holds all together, so is justice to the public Body: p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vvz d av, av vbz n1 p-acp dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 199
2268 as whereunto it oweth a great part both of its strength, (for by it the throne is established, in the 16th.) and of its height too, as whereunto it owes a great part both of its strength, (for by it the throne is established, in the 16th.) and of its height too, c-acp c-crq pn31 vvz dt j n1 av-d pp-f po31 n1, (c-acp p-acp pn31 dt n1 vbz vvn, p-acp dt ord.) cc pp-f po31 n1 av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 200
2269 for it exalteth a Nation, in the 14th. of the Prouerbs. for it Exalteth a nation, in the 14th. of the Proverbs. c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1, p-acp dt ord. pp-f dt n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 200
2270 As then in a Building, when for want of good looking to, the Morter getting wet dissolueth, and the walls belly out ; As then in a Building, when for want of good looking to, the Mortar getting wet dissolveth, and the walls belly out; p-acp av p-acp dt n1, c-crq p-acp n1 pp-f j vvg p-acp, dt n1 vvg j vvz, cc dt n2 n1 av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 200
2271 the house cannot but settle apace, and without speedy repaires fall to the ground: the house cannot but settle apace, and without speedy repairs fallen to the ground: dt n1 vmbx cc-acp vvi av, cc p-acp j vvz n1 p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 200
2272 so there is not a more certaine symptome of a declyning, and decaying, and tottering State, so there is not a more certain Symptom of a declining, and decaying, and tottering State, av pc-acp vbz xx dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dt j-vvg, cc vvg, cc j-vvg n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 200
2273 than is the generall dissolution of manners for want of the due execution and administration of Iustice. than is the general dissolution of manners for want of the due execution and administration of Justice cs vbz dt n1 n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 (11) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 200
2274 The more cause haue wee, that are Gods Ministers, by frequent exhortations, admonitions, obsecrations, expostulations, The more cause have we, that Are God's Ministers, by frequent exhortations, admonitions, Prayer, expostulations, dt av-dc n1 vhb pns12, cst vbr ng1 n2, p-acp j n2, n2, n2, n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 200
2275 euen out of season sometimes, but especially vpon such seasonable opportunities as this, to bee instant with all them that haue any thing to doe in matter of Iustice, even out of season sometime, but especially upon such seasonable opportunities as this, to be instant with all them that have any thing to do in matter of justice, av-j av pp-f n1 av, cc-acp av-j p-acp d j n2 c-acp d, pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp d pno32 cst vhb d n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 200
2276 but especially with you, who are Gods Ministers too (though in another kinde) you who are in Commission to sit vpon the bench of Iudicature, either for Sentence or Assistance: to doe your God and King seruice, to doe your Countrey and Calling honour, to doe your selues and others right, by aduancing to the vtmost of your powers the due course of Iustice. Wherein as I verily thinke none dare but the guilty, but especially with you, who Are God's Ministers too (though in Another kind) you who Are in Commission to fit upon the bench of Judicature, either for Sentence or Assistance: to do your God and King service, to do your Country and Calling honour, to do your selves and Others right, by advancing to the utmost of your Powers the due course of Justice Wherein as I verily think none Dare but the guilty, cc-acp av-j p-acp pn22, r-crq vbr npg1 n2 av (cs p-acp j-jn n1) pn22 r-crq vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1: pc-acp vdi po22 n1 cc n1 n1, pc-acp vdi po22 n1 cc vvg vvi, pc-acp vdi po22 n2 cc n2-jn vvi, p-acp vvg p-acp dt j pp-f po22 n2 dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 c-crq c-acp pns11 av-j vvb pix vvi p-acp dt j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 200
2277 so I am well assured none can iustly mislike in vs the choyce either of our Argument that we beat vpon these things, so I am well assured none can justly mislike in us the choice either of our Argument that we beatrice upon these things, av pns11 vbm av vvn pi vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno12 dt n1 av-d pp-f po12 n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp d n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 200
2278 or of our Method, that we begin first with you. or of our Method, that we begin First with you. cc pp-f po12 n1, cst pns12 vvb ord p-acp pn22. (11) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 200
2279 For, as we cannot be perswaded on the one side, but that we are boūd for the discharge of our duties to put you in mind of yours: so we cannot bee perswaded on the other side, For, as we cannot be persuaded on the one side, but that we Are bound for the discharge of our duties to put you in mind of yours: so we cannot be persuaded on the other side, p-acp, c-acp pns12 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt crd n1, cc-acp cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f png22: av pns12 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 201
2280 but that if there were generally in the greater ones that care and conscience & zeale there ought to be of the common good, a thousand corruptions rife among inferiours would be, but that if there were generally in the greater ones that care and conscience & zeal there ought to be of the Common good, a thousand corruptions rife among inferiors would be, cc-acp cst cs a-acp vbdr av-j p-acp dt jc pi2 cst vvb cc n1 cc n1 a-acp pi pc-acp vbi pp-f dt j j, dt crd n2 av-j p-acp n2-jn vmd vbi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 201
2281 if not wholly reformed, at least wise practisd with lesse conniuence from you, confidence in them, grieuance to others. if not wholly reformed, At least wise practised with less connivance from you, confidence in them, grievance to Others. cs xx av-jn vvn, p-acp ds j vvn p-acp dc n1 p-acp pn22, n1 p-acp pno32, n1 p-acp n2-jn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 201
2282 But right and reason will, that euery man beare his owne burthen. But right and reason will, that every man bear his own burden. p-acp n-jn cc n1 vmb, cst d n1 vvi po31 d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 201
2283 And therefore as wee may not make you innocent, if you be faulty, by transferring your faults vpon others: And Therefore as we may not make you innocent, if you be faulty, by transferring your Faults upon Others: cc av c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi pn22 j-jn, cs pn22 vbb j, p-acp vvg po22 n2 p-acp ng2-jn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 201
2284 so farre bee it from vs to impute their faults to you, otherwise than as by not doing your best to hinder them, you make them yours. so Far be it from us to impute their Faults to you, otherwise than as by not doing your best to hinder them, you make them yours. av av-j vbb pn31 p-acp pno12 p-acp vvb po32 n2 p-acp pn22, av cs a-acp p-acp xx vdg po22 js p-acp vvb pno32, pn22 vvb pno32 png22. (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 201
2285 For Iustice wee know is an Engine, that turneth vpon many hinges. For justice we know is an Engine, that turns upon many hinges. p-acp ng1 pns12 vvb vbz dt n1, cst vvz p-acp d n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 201
2286 And to the exercise of Iudicature, besides the Sentence, which is properly yours, there are diuers other things required; And to the exercise of Judicature, beside the Sentence, which is properly yours, there Are diverse other things required; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz av-j png22, pc-acp vbr j n-jn n2 vvd; (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 201
2287 Informations, and Testimonies, and Arguings, and Inquests, and sundry Formalities, which I am neither able to name, nor yet couetous to learne: Informations, and Testimonies, and Arguings, and Inquests, and sundry Formalities, which I am neither able to name, nor yet covetous to Learn: n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc j n2, r-crq pns11 vbm dx j pc-acp vvi, ccx av j pc-acp vvi: (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 201
2288 wherein you are to rest much vpon the Faithfulnesse of other men. wherein you Are to rest much upon the Faithfulness of other men. c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 201
2289 In any of whom if there be, as sometimes there will bee, foule and vnfaithfull dealing, such as you either cannot spie, or cannot helpe; In any of whom if there be, as sometime there will be, foul and unfaithful dealing, such as you either cannot spy, or cannot help; p-acp d pp-f r-crq cs pc-acp vbi, c-acp av pc-acp vmb vbi, j cc j-u n-vvg, d c-acp pn22 av-d vmbx vvi, cc vmbx vvi; (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 201
2290 wrong sentence may proceed from out your lips, without your fault. wrong sentence may proceed from out your lips, without your fault. vvb n1 vmb vvi p-acp av po22 n2, p-acp po22 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 201
2291 As in a curious Watch or Clocke that moueth vpon many wheeles, he finger may point a wrong houre, As in a curious Watch or Clock that moves upon many wheels, he finger may point a wrong hour, p-acp p-acp dt j vvb cc n1 cst vvz p-acp d n2, pns31 n1 vmb vvi dt n-jn n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 201
2292 though the wheele that next moueth it bee most exactly true; though the wheel that next moves it be most exactly true; cs dt n1 cst ord vvz pn31 vbb av-ds av-j j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 201
2293 if but some little pin, or notch, or spring bee out of order in or about any of the baser and inferiour wheeles. if but Some little pin, or notch, or spring be out of order in or about any of the baser and inferior wheels. cs p-acp d j vvi, cc vvi, cc vvb vbb av pp-f n1 p-acp cc p-acp d pp-f dt jc cc j-jn n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 201
2294 What hee said of old, Non fiere potest, quin Principes etiam valdè boni iniqua faciant ; was then and euer since, and yet is, and euer will be most true. What he said of old, Non fiere potest, quin Princes etiam valdè boni Iniqua faciant; was then and ever since, and yet is, and ever will be most true. r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f j, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la, fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; vbds av cc av a-acp, cc av vbz, cc av vmb vbi av-ds j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 202
2295 For say a Iudge be neuer so honestly minded, neuer so zealous of the truth, neuer so carefull to doe right: For say a Judge be never so honestly minded, never so zealous of the truth, never so careful to do right: p-acp vvi dt n1 vbi av-x av av-j vvn, av-x av j pp-f dt n1, av-x av j pc-acp vdi j-jn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 202
2296 yet if there be a spitefull Accuser that will suggest any thing, or an audacious witnesse that will sweare any thing, yet if there be a spiteful Accuser that will suggest any thing, or an audacious witness that will swear any thing, av cs pc-acp vbi dt j n1 cst vmb vvi d n1, cc dt j n1 cst vmb vvi d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 202
2297 or a crafty Pleader that will maintaine any thing, or a tame Iurie that will swallow any thing, or a crafty Pleader that will maintain any thing, or a tame Jury that will swallow any thing, cc dt j n1 cst vmb vvi d n1, cc dt j n1 cst vmb vvi d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 202
2298 or a crauing Clerke or Officer that for a bribe will foyst in any thing; or a craving Clerk or Officer that for a bribe will foist in any thing; cc dt vvg n1 cc n1 cst p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 202
2299 the Iudge who is tyed (as it is meet he should) to proceed secundùm allegata & probata, cannot with his best care and wisedome preuent it, the Judge who is tied (as it is meet he should) to proceed secundùm allegata & Approved, cannot with his best care and Wisdom prevent it, dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn (c-acp pn31 vbz j pns31 vmd) pc-acp vvi fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, vmbx p-acp po31 js n1 cc n1 vvi pn31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 202
2300 but that sometimes Iustice shall bee peruerted, innocency oppressed, and guiltie ones iustified. but that sometime justice shall be perverted, innocency oppressed, and guilty ones justified. cc-acp cst av n1 vmb vbi vvn, n1 vvn, cc j pi2 vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 202
2301 Out of which consideration, I the rather desired for this Assise-Assembly, to choose a Text as neere as I could of equall latitude with the Assise-Businesse. For which purpose I could not readily thinke of any other portion of Scripture, Out of which consideration, I the rather desired for this Assise-Assembly, to choose a Text as near as I could of equal latitude with the Assise-Businesse. For which purpose I could not readily think of any other portion of Scripture, av pp-f r-crq n1, pns11 dt av-c vvd p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmd pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp r-crq n1 pns11 vmd xx av-j vvi pp-f d j-jn n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 202
2302 so proper and full to meet with all sorts of persons and all sorts of abuses; as these three verses are. so proper and full to meet with all sorts of Persons and all sorts of Abuses; as these three Verses Are. av j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f n2 cc d n2 pp-f n2; c-acp d crd n2 vbr. (11) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 202
2303 Is there either Calumny in the Accuser, or Periury in the Witnesse, or Supinity in the Iurer, or Sophistry in the Pleader, or Partiality in any Officer ; Is there either Calumny in the Accuser, or Perjury in the Witness, or Supinity in the Juror, or Sophistry in the Pleader, or Partiality in any Officer; vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt vvb, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 202
2304 or any close corruption any where lurking amid those many passages and conueyances that belong to a iudiciall proceeding? my Text searcheth it out, or any close corruption any where lurking amid those many passages and conveyances that belong to a judicial proceeding? my Text Searches it out, cc d j n1 d c-crq vvg p-acp d d n2 cc n2 cst vvb p-acp dt j n-vvg? po11 n1 vvz pn31 av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 202
2305 and enditeth the offender at the tribunall of that vnpartiall Iudge that keepeth a priuie Sessions in each mans brest. and enditeth the offender At the tribunal of that unpartial Judge that Keepeth a privy Sessions in each men breast. cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 cst vvz dt j n2 p-acp d ng1 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 202
2306 The words are so laid downe distinctly in fiue Rules, or Precepts, or rather (being all negatiue) in so many Prohitions, that I may spare the labour of making other deuision of them. The words Are so laid down distinctly in fiue Rules, or Precepts, or rather (being all negative) in so many Prohibitions, that I may spare the labour of making other division of them. dt n2 vbr av vvn a-acp av-j p-acp crd n2, cc n2, cc av-c (vbg d j-jn) p-acp av d n2, cst pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg j-jn n1 pp-f pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2307 All that I shall need to doe about them, will be to set out the seuerall portions in such sort, All that I shall need to do about them, will be to Set out the several portions in such sort, av-d d pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi p-acp pno32, vmb vbi pc-acp vvi av dt j n2 p-acp d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2308 as that euery man who hath any part or fellowship in this businesse may haue his due share in them. as that every man who hath any part or fellowship in this business may have his due share in them. c-acp cst d n1 r-crq vhz d n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 vmb vhi po31 j-jn n1 p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2309 Art thou first an Accuser in any kinde: either as a party in a iudiciall controuersie; Art thou First an Accuser in any kind: either as a party in a judicial controversy; vb2r pns21 ord dt n1 p-acp d n1: av-d c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2310 or bound ouer to prosecute for the King in a criminall cause, or as a voluntary informer vpon some penall Statute? here is something for thee, Thou shalt not raise a false report. or bound over to prosecute for the King in a criminal cause, or as a voluntary informer upon Some penal Statute? Here is something for thee, Thou shalt not raise a false report. cc vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d j n1? av vbz pi p-acp pno21, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2311 Art thou secondly a Witnesse: either fetched in by Processe to giue publique testimony vpon oath; Art thou secondly a Witness: either fetched in by Process to give public testimony upon oath; vb2r pns21 ord dt vvb: av-d vvn p-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2312 or come of good or ill will, priuately to speake a good word for, or to cast out a shrewd word against any person? here is something for thee too; or come of good or ill will, privately to speak a good word for, or to cast out a shrewd word against any person? Here is something for thee too; cc vvb pp-f j cc j-jn n1, av-j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi av dt j n1 p-acp d n1? av vbz pi p-acp pno21 av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2313 Put not thine band with the wicked to bee an vnrighteous Witnesse. Put not thine band with the wicked to be an unrighteous Witness. vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp dt j pc-acp vbi dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2314 Art thou thirdly returned to serue as a sworne man, in a matter of graund or petty inquest? here is something for thee too; Art thou Thirdly returned to serve as a sworn man, in a matter of grand or Petty inquest? Here is something for thee too; vb2r pns21 ord vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1? av vbz pi p-acp pno21 av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2315 Thou shalt not follow a multitude to doe euill. Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil. pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2316 Commest thou hither fourthly to aduocate the cause of thy Clyent, who flyeth to thy learning, experience, Comest thou hither fourthly to advocate the cause of thy Client, who flies to thy learning, experience, vv2 pns21 av j p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, r-crq vvz p-acp po21 n1, n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2317 and authority for succour against his aduersary, and commendeth his state and suite to thy care and trust? here is something for thee too; and Authority for succour against his adversary, and commends his state and suit to thy care and trust? Here is something for thee too; cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp po21 n1 cc vvi? av vbz pi p-acp pno21 av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2318 Neither shalt thou speake in a cause to decline after many to wrest iudgement. Neither shalt thou speak in a cause to decline After many to wrest judgement. av-dx vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d pc-acp vvi n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2319 Art thou lastly in any Office of trust, or place of seruice in or about the Courts, Art thou lastly in any Office of trust, or place of service in or about the Courts, vb2r pns21 ord p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp cc a-acp dt n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2320 so as it may sometimes fall within thy power or opportunity to doe a suiter a fauour, so as it may sometime fallen within thy power or opportunity to do a suitor a favour, av c-acp pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp po21 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2321 or a spite? here is something for thee too; Thou shalt not countenance (no not) a poore man in his cause. or a spite? Here is something for thee too; Thou shalt not countenance (no not) a poor man in his cause. cc dt n1? av vbz pi p-acp pno21 av; pns21 vm2 xx vvi (dx xx) dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 203
2322 The two first in the first, the two next in the second, this last in the third verse. The two First in the First, the two next in the second, this last in the third verse. dt crd ord p-acp dt ord, dt crd ord p-acp dt ord, d ord p-acp dt ord n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 204
2323 In which distribution of the offices of Iustice in my Text, let none imagine, because I haue shared out all among them, that are below the bench, that therefore there is nothing left for them, that sit vpon it. In which distribution of the Offices of justice in my Text, let none imagine, Because I have shared out all among them, that Are below the bench, that Therefore there is nothing left for them, that fit upon it. p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po11 n1, vvb pix vvi, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn av av-d p-acp pno32, cst vbr p-acp dt n1, cst av a-acp vbz pix vvn p-acp pno32, cst vvb p-acp pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 204
2324 Rather, as in diuiding the land of Canaan, Leui, who had no distinct plot by himselfe, hauing yet (by reason of the vniuersall vse of his office) in euery Tribe something, had in the whole, all things considered, a farre greater proportion, than any other Tribe had: Rather, as in dividing the land of Canaan, Levi, who had not distinct plot by himself, having yet (by reason of the universal use of his office) in every Tribe something, had in the Whole, all things considered, a Far greater proportion, than any other Tribe had: np1, c-acp p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, r-crq vhd xx j vvb p-acp px31, vhg av (p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1) p-acp d n1 pi, vhd p-acp dt j-jn, d n2 vvn, dt av-j jc n1, cs d j-jn n1 vhd: (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 204
2325 So in this Scripture, the Iudge hath by so much a larger portion than any of the rest, by how much it is more diffused; So in this Scripture, the Judge hath by so much a larger portion than any of the rest, by how much it is more diffused; av p-acp d n1, dt n1 vhz p-acp av av-d dt jc n1 cs d pp-f dt n1, p-acp c-crq av-d pn31 vbz av-dc vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 204
2326 Not concluded within the narrow bounds of any one, but, as the blood in the body, temperately spread throughout all the parts and members thereof. Not concluded within the narrow bounds of any one, but, as the blood in the body, temperately spread throughout all the parts and members thereof. xx vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d crd, cc-acp, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j vvn p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 av. (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 204
2327 Which commeth to passe not so much from the immediate construction of the words (though there haue not wanted Expositors to fit the words to such construction:) as from that generall inspection, Which comes to pass not so much from the immediate construction of the words (though there have not wanted Expositors to fit the words to such construction:) as from that general inspection, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi xx av av-d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 (cs pc-acp vhi xx vvn n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp d n1:) p-acp p-acp cst j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 204
2328 and (if I may so speake) superintendency, which the Iudge or Magistrate ought to haue ouer the carryage of all those other inferiour ones. and (if I may so speak) superintendency, which the Judge or Magistrate ought to have over the carriage of all those other inferior ones. cc (cs pns11 vmb av vvi) n1, r-crq dt n1 cc n1 vmd pc-acp vhi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d j-jn j-jn pi2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 204
2329 A great part of whose duty it is, to obserue how the rest doe theirs: A great part of whose duty it is, to observe how the rest do theirs: dt j n1 pp-f rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz, pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 vdb png32: (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 204
2330 and to finde them out, and checke and punish them as they deserue, when they transgresse. and to find them out, and check and Punish them as they deserve, when they transgress. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av, cc vvi cc vvi pno32 c-acp pns32 vvb, c-crq pns32 vvb. (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 204
2331 So that with your patience (Honourable, Worshipfull, and dearely Beloued) I haue allowance from my Text (if the time would as well allow it) to speake vnto you of fiue things. So that with your patience (Honourable, Worshipful, and dearly beloved) I have allowance from my Text (if the time would as well allow it) to speak unto you of fiue things. av cst p-acp po22 n1 (j, j, cc av-jn vvn) pns11 vhb n1 p-acp po11 n1 (cs dt n1 vmd a-acp av vvi pn31) pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 pp-f crd n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 204
2332 Whereof the first concerneth the Accuser ; the second, the Witnesse ; the third, the Iurer ; the fourth, the Lawyer ; Whereof the First concerns the Accuser; the second, the Witness; the third, the Juror; the fourth, the Lawyer; c-crq dt ord vvz dt n1; dt ord, dt vvb; dt ord, dt n1; dt ord, dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 205
2333 and the fift, the Officer: and euery one of them the Magistrate, Iudge, and Iusticer. and the fift, the Officer: and every one of them the Magistrate, Judge, and Justicer. cc dt ord, dt n1: cc d crd pp-f pno32 dt n1, n1, cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 205
2334 But hauing no purpose to exceed the houre, (as I must needs doe if I should speake to all these to any purpose;) whilest I speake to the first only, I shall desire the rest to make application to themselues, But having no purpose to exceed the hour, (as I must needs do if I should speak to all these to any purpose;) whilst I speak to the First only, I shall desire the rest to make application to themselves, cc-acp vhg dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (c-acp pns11 vmb av vdi cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d d p-acp d n1;) cs pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord j, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp px32, (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 205
2335 so farre as it may concerne them, of euery materiall passage: which they may easily doe, and with very little change for the most part; only if they bee willing. so Far as it may concern them, of every material passage: which they may Easily do, and with very little change for the most part; only if they be willing. av av-j c-acp pn31 vmb vvi pno32, pp-f d j-jn n1: r-crq pns32 vmb av-j vdi, cc p-acp av j n1 p-acp dt av-ds n1; av-j cs pns32 vbb j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 205
2336 To our first Rule then, which concerneth the Accuser and the Iudge ; in the first words of the Text, Thou shalt not raise a false report. To our First Rule then, which concerns the Accuser and the Judge; in the First words of the Text, Thou shalt not raise a false report. p-acp po12 ord n1 av, r-crq vvz dt n1 cc dt n1; p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 205
2337 The Originall verbe signifieth to take vp ; as if we should reade it, Thou shalt not take vp a false report. The Original verb signifies to take up; as if we should read it, Thou shalt not take up a false report. dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp vvb a-acp; c-acp cs pns12 vmd vvi pn31, pns21 vm2 xx vvi a-acp dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 205
2338 And it is a word of larger comprehension, than most Translatours haue expressed it. The full meaning is, Thou shalt not haue to doe with any false report: And it is a word of larger comprehension, than most Translators have expressed it. The full meaning is, Thou shalt not have to do with any false report: cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f jc n1, cs ds n2 vhb vvn pn31. dt j n1 vbz, pns21 vm2 xx vhi pc-acp vdi p-acp d j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 205
2339 neither by d raising it, as the Author, nor by spreading it, as the Reporter, nor by receiuing as an Approuer. But the first fault is in the Raiser : neither by d raising it, as the Author, nor by spreading it, as the Reporter, nor by receiving as an Approver. But the First fault is in the Raiser: av-d p-acp zz vvg pn31, c-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp vvg pn31, c-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt ord n1 vbz p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 205
2340 and therefore our translations haue done well to retaine that rather in the Text ; and Therefore our Translations have done well to retain that rather in the Text; cc av po12 n2 vhb vdn av pc-acp vvi d av-c p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 205
2341 yet allowing the Receiuer a place in the Margent. Now false reports may bee raised of our brethren, by vniust slaunders, detractions, bachbitings, whisperings, yet allowing the Receiver a place in the Margin. Now false reports may be raised of our brothers, by unjust slanders, detractions, bachbitings, whisperings, av vvg dt n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1. av j n2 vmb vbi vvn pp-f po12 n2, p-acp j n2, n2, n2, n2-vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 205
2342 as well out of the course of iudgements, as in it. And the Equitie of this Rule reacheth euen to those extraiudiciall Calumnies also. as well out of the course of Judgments, as in it. And the Equity of this Rule reaches even to those extraiudiciall Calumnies also. c-acp av av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp p-acp pn31. cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz av-j p-acp d j n2 av. (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 205
2343 But, for that I am not now to speake of extraiudiciall Calumny so much, as of that quae versatur in for• & in iudiciis, those false suggestions and informations which are giuen into the Courts, But, for that I am not now to speak of extraiudiciall Calumny so much, as of that Quae versatur in for• & in iudiciis, those false suggestions and informations which Are given into the Courts, p-acp, c-acp cst pns11 vbm xx av pc-acp vvi pp-f j n1 av av-d, c-acp pp-f d fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 cc p-acp fw-la, d j n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 206
2344 as more proper both to the scope of my Text, and the occasion of this present meeting: as more proper both to the scope of my Text, and the occasion of this present meeting: c-acp av-dc j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 206
2345 Conceiue the words for the present as spoken especially, or at least wise as not improperly applyable to the Accuser. But the Accuser taken at large, Conceive the words for the present as spoken especially, or At least wise as not improperly appliable to the Accuser. But the Accuser taken At large, vvi dt n2 p-acp dt j c-acp vvn av-j, cc p-acp ds j c-acp xx av-j j p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 206
2346 for any person that impleadeth another in iure publico vel priuato, in causes either ciuill or criminall, and these againe either capitall or penall. No not the Accusee or Defendant excepted: for any person that impleadeth Another in iure Publico vel priuato, in Causes either civil or criminal, and these again either capital or penal. No not the Accuse or Defendant excepted: c-acp d n1 cst vvz j-jn p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp n2 d j cc j-jn, cc d av d j cc j. dx xx dt vvb cc n1 vvn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 206
2347 who although hee cannot bee called in strict propriety of speech an Accuser; yet if when he is iustly accused, he seeke to defend himselfe by false, vniust, who although he cannot be called in strict propriety of speech an Accuser; yet if when he is justly accused, he seek to defend himself by false, unjust, r-crq cs pns31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp j n1 pp-f n1 dt n1; av cs c-crq pns31 vbz av-j vvn, pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp j, j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 206
2348 or impertinent allegations, he is in our present intendment to bee taken as an Accuser, and as the Raiser or Taker vp of a false Report. or impertinent allegations, he is in our present intendment to be taken as an Accuser, and as the Raiser or Taker up of a false Report. cc j n2, pns31 vbz p-acp po12 j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pp-f dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 206
2349 But when is a Report false? or what is it to rayse such a report? and how is it done? As wee may conceiue of Falshood in a threefold notion; But when is a Report false? or what is it to raise such a report? and how is it done? As we may conceive of Falsehood in a threefold notion; cc-acp q-crq vbz dt vvb j? cc q-crq vbz pn31 p-acp vvb d dt n1? cc q-crq vbz pn31 vdn? c-acp pns12 vmb vvi pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 206
2350 namely, as it is opposed, not onely vnto Truth first, but secondly also vnto Ingenuitie, and thirdly vnto Equitie also: namely, as it is opposed, not only unto Truth First, but secondly also unto Ingenuity, and Thirdly unto Equity also: av, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, xx av-j p-acp n1 ord, cc-acp ord av p-acp n1, cc ord p-acp n1 av: (11) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 206
2351 accordingly false reports may bee raysed three wayes. accordingly false reports may be raised three ways. av-vvg j n2 vmb vbi vvn crd n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 206
2352 The first and grossed way is, when we faine & deuise something of our owne heads to lay against our brother, without any foundation at all, or ground of truth: The First and grossed Way is, when we feign & devise something of our own Heads to lay against our brother, without any Foundation At all, or ground of truth: dt ord cc j-vvn n1 vbz, c-crq pns12 av-j cc vvi pi pp-f po12 d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp d, cc n1 pp-f n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 206
2353 creating (as it were) a tale ex nihilo. As it is in the Psalme, They layed to my charge things that I neuer did: creating (as it were) a tale ex nihilo. As it is in the Psalm, They laid to my charge things that I never did: vvg (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt n1 fw-la fw-la. p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvd p-acp po11 n1 n2 cst pns11 av-x vdd: (11) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 206
2354 and as Nehemiah sent word to Sanballat, There are no such things as thou sayest, but thou faignest them of thine owne heart. Crimen domesticum & vernaculum ; a meere deucie: and as Nehemiah sent word to Sanballat, There Are no such things as thou Sayest, but thou faignest them of thine own heart. Crimen domesticum & vernaculum; a mere deucie: cc c-acp np1 vvn n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbr dx d n2 c-acp pns21 vv2, cc-acp pns21 vv2 pno32 pp-f po21 d n1. fw-la fw-la cc fw-la; dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 206
2355 such as was that of Iezabels instruments against Naboth, which cost him his life; and that of Zibah against Mephibosheth, which had almost cost him all hee had. such as was that of Jezebel's Instruments against Naboth, which cost him his life; and that of Zibah against Mephibosheth, which had almost cost him all he had. d c-acp vbds d pp-f n2 n2 p-acp np1, r-crq vvd pno31 po31 n1; cc d pp-f np1 p-acp np1, r-crq vhd av vvn pno31 d pns31 vhd. (11) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 207
2356 This first kinde of Report is false, as deuoyd of Truth. This First kind of Report is false, as devoid of Truth. d ord n1 pp-f vvb vbz j, p-acp j pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 207
2357 The second way, (which was so frequently vsed among the Romane Accusers, that custome had made it not only excusable, but allowable ; The second Way, (which was so frequently used among the Roman Accusers, that custom had made it not only excusable, but allowable; dt ord n1, (r-crq vbds av av-j vvn p-acp dt jp n2, cst n1 vhd vvn pn31 xx av-j j, p-acp j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 207
2358 and is at this day of too frequent vse both in priuate and publicke calumniations) is, and is At this day of too frequent use both in private and public calumniations) is, cc vbz p-acp d n1 pp-f av j n1 av-d p-acp j cc j n2) vbz, (11) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 207
2359 when vpon some small ground of truth, we run descant at pleasure in our informations, interweaving manie vntruths among; when upon Some small ground of truth, we run descant At pleasure in our informations, interweaving many untruths among; c-crq p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, vvg d n2 p-acp; (11) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 207
2360 or peruerting the speeches and actions of our aduersaries, to make their matters ill, when they are not; or perverting the Speeches and actions of our Adversaries, to make their matters ill, when they Are not; cc vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 av-jn, c-crq pns32 vbr xx; (11) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 207
2361 or otherwise aggrauating them, to make them seeme worse than they are. or otherwise aggravating them, to make them seem Worse than they Are. cc av vvg pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi av-jc cs pns32 vbr. (11) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 207
2362 As tidings came to Dauid, when Amnon only was slaine, that Absolon had killed all the Kings sonnes. It is an easie, As tidings Come to David, when Amnon only was slain, that Absalom had killed all the Kings Sons. It is an easy, p-acp n2 vvd p-acp np1, c-crq np1 av-j vbds vvn, cst np1 vhd vvn d dt n2 n2. pn31 vbz dt j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 207
2363 and a common thing, by misconstruction to depraue whatsoeuer is most innocently done or spoken. and a Common thing, by misconstruction to deprave whatsoever is most innocently done or spoken. cc dt j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp vvi r-crq vbz av-ds av-jn vdn cc vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 207
2364 The Ammonistish Courtiers dealt so with Dauid: when he sent Ambassadours to Hanun in kindnesse, they informed the King as if hee had indeed sent Spyes to discouer the strength of the Citie and Land. And the Iewes enemies dealt so with those that of deuotion repaired the Temple and the wall of Ierusalem: aduertising the State, The Ammonistish Courtiers dealt so with David: when he sent ambassadors to Hanun in kindness, they informed the King as if he had indeed sent Spies to discover the strength of the city and Land. And the Iewes enemies dealt so with those that of devotion repaired the Temple and the wall of Ierusalem: advertising the State, dt n1 n2 vvd av p-acp np1: c-crq pns31 vvd n2 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pns32 vvd dt n1 c-acp cs pns31 vhd av vvn n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cc dt npg1 n2 vvd av p-acp d d pp-f n1 vvd dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1: vvg dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 207
2365 as if their purpose had beene to fortifie themselues for a Rebellion. Yea and the malicious Iewes dealt so with Christ himselfe; as if their purpose had been to fortify themselves for a Rebellion. Yea and the malicious Iewes dealt so with christ himself; c-acp cs po32 n1 vhd vbn pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1. uh cc dt j npg1 vvd av p-acp np1 px31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 207
2366 taking hold of some words of his, about the destroying and building of the Temple, which he vnderstood of the Temple of his bodie, and so wresting them to the fabricke of the Materiall Temple, as to make them serue to giue colour to one of the strongest accusations they had against them. taking hold of Some words of his, about the destroying and building of the Temple, which he understood of the Temple of his body, and so wresting them to the fabric of the Material Temple, as to make them serve to give colour to one of the Strongest accusations they had against them. vvg n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f png31, p-acp dt n-vvg cc n-vvg pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp crd pp-f dt js n2 pns32 vhd p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 108
2367 This second kind of Report is false, as deuoid of Ingenuity. This second kind of Report is false, as devoid of Ingenuity. d ord n1 pp-f vvb vbz j, p-acp j pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 108
2368 The third way is, when taking aduantage of the Law, wee prosecute the extremitie thereof against our brother, who perhaps hath done something contrary to the letter of the Law, but not violated the intent of the Lawgiuer, or offended either against common Equitie, which ought to bee the measure of iust Lawes, or against the common good, which is in some sort the measure of Equitie. In that multitude of Lawes, which for the repressing of disorders, The third Way is, when taking advantage of the Law, we prosecute the extremity thereof against our brother, who perhaps hath done something contrary to the Letter of the Law, but not violated the intent of the Lawgiver, or offended either against Common Equity, which ought to be the measure of just Laws, or against the Common good, which is in Some sort the measure of Equity. In that multitude of Laws, which for the repressing of disorders, dt ord n1 vbz, c-crq vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vvb dt n1 av p-acp po12 n1, r-crq av vhz vdn pi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp xx vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvn d p-acp j n1, r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc p-acp dt j j, r-crq vbz p-acp d n1 dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, r-crq p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 108
2369 and for the maintenance of peace and tranquillitie among men, must needes be in euery well gouerned Commonwealth, it cannot be auoyded, and for the maintenance of peace and tranquillity among men, must needs be in every well governed Commonwealth, it cannot be avoided, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, vmb av vbi p-acp d av vvd n1, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 108
2370 but that honest men, especially if they haue much dealings in the world, may haue sometimes iust and necessary cause to doe that, which in regard of the thing done may bring them within the compasse of some Statute or branch of a statute; but that honest men, especially if they have much dealings in the world, may have sometime just and necessary cause to do that, which in regard of the thing done may bring them within the compass of Some Statute or branch of a statute; cc-acp cst j n2, av-j cs pns32 vhb d n2-vvg p-acp dt n1, vmb vhi av j cc j n1 pc-acp vdi d, r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 vdn vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 108
2371 yet such, as, circumstances duly considered, no wise and indifferent man, but would well approue of. yet such, as, Circumstances duly considered, no wise and indifferent man, but would well approve of. av d, c-acp, n2 av-jn vvn, dx j cc j n1, cc-acp vmd av vvi pp-f. (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 108
2372 Now, if in such cases alwayes rigour should bee vsed; Now, if in such cases always rigour should be used; av, cs p-acp d n2 av n1 vmd vbi vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 108
2373 Lawes intended for the benefite, should by such hard construction become the bane of humane societie. Laws intended for the benefit, should by such hard construction become the bane of humane society. n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, vmd p-acp d j n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 108
2374 As Solomon saith, Quitorquet nasum, elicit sanguinem ; Hee that wringeth the nose too hard, forceth bloud. As Solomon Says, Quitorquet Nasum, elicit sanguinem; He that wringeth the nose too hard, forceth blood. p-acp np1 vvz, np1 fw-la, vvi fw-la; pns31 cst vvz dt n1 av av-j, vvz n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 108
2375 Guilty this way are not onely those contentious spirits, whereof there are too many in the world; Guilty this Way Are not only those contentious spirits, whereof there Are too many in the world; j d n1 vbr xx av-j d j n2, c-crq pc-acp vbr av d p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 209
2376 with whom there is no more adoe, but a Word and an Action, a Trespasse and a Processe: But most of our common Informers withall, Sycophants you may call them (for that was their old name) like Verres his bloud-hounds in Tully, that lye in the winde for gaine, with whom there is no more ado, but a Word and an Actium, a Trespass and a Process: But most of our Common Informers withal, sycophants you may call them (for that was their old name) like Verres his bloodhounds in Tully, that lie in the wind for gain, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz dx dc n1, cc-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, dt n1 cc dt n1: p-acp ds pp-f po12 j n2 av, n2 pn22 vmb vvi pno32 (c-acp d vbds po32 j n1) j np1 po31 n2 p-acp np1, cst vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 209
2377 and if they can but trip anie man vpon anie breach of a penall Statute, there they fasten their teeth, and if they can but trip any man upon any breach of a penal Statute, there they fasten their teeth, cc cs pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j n1, a-acp pns32 vvb po32 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 209
2378 and tugge him into the Courts without helpe; and tug him into the Courts without help; cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 209
2379 vnlesse he will dare offam Cerbero, (for that is it they looke for) give them a sop, unless he will Dare offam Cerbero, (for that is it they look for) give them a sop, cs pns31 vmb vvb fw-la fw-la, (c-acp d vbz pn31 pns32 vvb p-acp) vvb pno32 dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 209
2380 and then they are charmed for that time. and then they Are charmed for that time. cc av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 209
2381 Zacheus, besides that he was a Publicane, was it seemeth such a kind of Informer, NONLATINALPHABET is the word Luke 19. if I have played the sycophant with anie man, Zacchaeus, beside that he was a Publican, was it seems such a kind of Informer, is the word Lycia 19. if I have played the sycophant with any man, np1, p-acp cst pns31 vbds dt n1, vbds pn31 vvz d dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt n1 av crd cs pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 209
2382 if I haue wronged anie man by forged cauillation, or wrung anie thing from him by false accusation. A report of this third kind is false, as deuoid of equity. if I have wronged any man by forged cavillation, or wrung any thing from him by false accusation. A report of this third kind is false, as devoid of equity. cs pns11 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp vvn n1, cc vvd d n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp j n1. dt vvb pp-f d ord n1 vbz j, p-acp j pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 209
2383 But it may be thought I iniure these men, in making them raisers of false reports ; But it may be Thought I injure these men, in making them raisers of false reports; p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn pns11 vvi d n2, p-acp vvg pno32 n2 pp-f j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 209
2384 and am my selfe a false accuser of them, whilest I seeke to make them false accusers of others: and am my self a false accuser of them, whilst I seek to make them false accusers of Others: cc vbr po11 n1 dt j n1 pp-f pno32, cs pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 j n2 pp-f n2-jn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 209
2385 when as they dare appeale to the world, they report not anie thing but what is most true, when as they Dare appeal to the world, they report not any thing but what is most true, c-crq c-acp pns32 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb xx d n1 cc-acp q-crq vbz av-ds j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 209
2386 and what they shall bee well able to proue so to be. and what they shall be well able to prove so to be. cc r-crq pns32 vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi av pc-acp vbi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 209
2387 At once to answer them, and cleare my selfe, know that in Gods estimation, and to common intendment in the language of Scripture, it is all one to speake an vntruth, and to speake a truth in vndue time, At once to answer them, and clear my self, know that in God's estimation, and to Common intendment in the language of Scripture, it is all one to speak an untruth, and to speak a truth in undue time, p-acp a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi po11 n1, vvb cst p-acp ng1 n1, cc p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz d pi pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 209
2388 and place, and manner, and with vndue circumstances. One instance shall make all this most cleere. and place, and manner, and with undue Circumstances. One instance shall make all this most clear. cc n1, cc n1, cc p-acp j n2. crd n1 vmb vvi d d av-ds j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 209
2389 Doeg the Edomite, one of the seruants of the house of Saul, saw when Dauid went into the house of Ahimelech the Priest, Doeg the Edomite, one of the Servants of the house of Saul, saw when David went into the house of Ahimelech the Priest, np1 dt np1, crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 210
2390 and how Ahimelech there entertained him, & what kindnesse he did for him: and how Ahimelech there entertained him, & what kindness he did for him: cc q-crq np1 a-acp vvd pno31, cc r-crq n1 pns31 vdd p-acp pno31: (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 210
2391 of all which he afterwards gaue Saul particular information, in euerie point according to what he had seene. of all which he afterwards gave Saul particular information, in every point according to what he had seen. pp-f d r-crq pns31 av vvd np1 j n1, p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 210
2392 Wherein, though he spake no more than what was true, and what he had seene with his owne eyes: Wherein, though he spoke no more than what was true, and what he had seen with his own eyes: c-crq, cs pns31 vvd dx dc cs r-crq vbds j, cc r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp po31 d n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 210
2393 yet because he did it with an intent to bring mischiefe vpon Ahimelech, who had done nothing but what well became an honest man to doe, Dauid chargeth him with telling of lyes, and telleth him hee had a false tongue of his owne for it, Psal. 52. [ Thy tongue imagineth wickednesse, and with lyes thou cuttest like a sharpe rasour: yet Because he did it with an intent to bring mischief upon Ahimelech, who had done nothing but what well became an honest man to do, David charges him with telling of lies, and Telleth him he had a false tongue of his own for it, Psalm 52. [ Thy tongue imagineth wickedness, and with lies thou cuttest like a sharp razor: av c-acp pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vhd vdn pix cc-acp r-crq av vvd dt j n1 pc-acp vdi, np1 vvz pno31 p-acp vvg pp-f vvz, cc vvz pno31 pns31 vhd dt j n1 pp-f po31 d p-acp pn31, np1 crd [ po21 n1 vvz n1, cc p-acp n2 pns21 vv2 av-j dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 210
2394 Thou hast loued vnrighteousnesse more than goodnesse, and to talke of lyes more than righteousnesse: thou hast loued all words that may do hurt; O thou false tongue. ] Conclude hence; Thou hast loved unrighteousness more than Goodness, and to talk of lies more than righteousness: thou hast loved all words that may do hurt; Oh thou false tongue. ] Conclude hence; pns21 vh2 vvn n1-u av-dc cs n1, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f vvz dc cs n1: pns21 vh2 vvn d n2 cst vmb vdi vvi; uh pns21 j n1. ] vvb av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 210
2395 hee that telleth the truth where it may do hurt, but especially if he tell it with that purpose & to that end that it may do hurt, he hath a false tongue, and he telleth a false lye, & he must pardon vs if we take him for no better than the raiser of a false report. he that Telleth the truth where it may do hurt, but especially if he tell it with that purpose & to that end that it may do hurt, he hath a false tongue, and he Telleth a false lie, & he must pardon us if we take him for no better than the raiser of a false report. pns31 cst vvz dt n1 c-crq pn31 vmb vdi vvi, cc-acp av-j cs pns31 vvb pn31 p-acp d n1 cc p-acp d n1 cst pn31 vmb vdi vvi, pns31 vhz dt j n1, cc pns31 vvz dt j n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno12 cs pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dx jc cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 210
2396 We see what it is to raise a false report: let vs now see what a fault it is. We see what it is to raise a false report: let us now see what a fault it is. pns12 vvb r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1: vvb pno12 av vvi r-crq dt n1 pn31 vbz. (11) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 210
2397 The first Accuser that euer was in the world, was a false Accuser: The First Accuser that ever was in the world, was a false Accuser: dt ord n1 cst av vbds p-acp dt n1, vbds dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 210
2398 and that was the Diuell. Who as he began betimes, for hee was a lyer from the beginning: so he began aloft ; and that was the devil. Who as he began betimes, for he was a liar from the beginning: so he began aloft; cc cst vbds dt n1. r-crq c-acp pns31 vvd av, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n1: av pns31 vvd av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 210
2399 for the first false report he raised, was of the most Highest. Vniustly accusing God himselfe vnto our mother Eue in a few words of no fewer than three great crimes at once, Falshood, Tyrannie, and Enuie. He was then a slanderous accuser of his Maker ; for the First false report he raised, was of the most Highest. Unjustly accusing God himself unto our mother Eue in a few words of no fewer than three great crimes At once, Falsehood, Tyranny, and Envy. He was then a slanderous accuser of his Maker; p-acp dt ord j n1 pns31 vvd, vbds pp-f dt av-ds js. av-j vvg np1 px31 p-acp po12 n1 np1 p-acp dt d n2 pp-f dx dc cs crd j n2 p-acp a-acp, n1, n1, cc n1. pns31 vbds av dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 210
2400 and he hath continued euer since a malicious accuser of his Brethren: Sathan, NONLATINALPHABET &c. hee hath his name from it in most languages. and he hath continued ever since a malicious accuser of his Brothers: Sathan, etc. he hath his name from it in most languages. cc pns31 vhz vvn av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n2: np1, av pns31 vhz po31 n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp ds n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 211
2401 Slanderers, and Backbiters, and false Accusers may herehence learn to take knowledge of the rock whence they were hewen: Slanderers, and Backbiters, and false Accusers may herehence Learn to take knowledge of the rock whence they were hewn: n2, cc n2, cc j n2 vmb j vvi pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 211
2402 here they may behold the top of their pedigree. Wee may not denie them the ancientie of their descent; Here they may behold the top of their pedigree. we may not deny them the ancienty of their descent; av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. pns12 vmb xx vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 211
2403 though they haue small cause to boast it: semen serpentis, the spawne of the old Serpent; though they have small cause to boast it: semen serpentis, the spawn of the old Serpent; cs pns32 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: n2 fw-la, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 211
2404 children of their father the Diuell. And they doe not shame the store they come of; children of their father the devil. And they do not shame the store they come of; n2 pp-f po32 n1 dt n1. cc pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pns32 vvb pp-f; (11) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 211
2405 for the workes of their Father they readily doe. That Hellish Aphorisme they so faithfully practise, is one of his Principles: it was hee first instilled it into them, Calumniare fortiter, aliquid adhaerebit. for the works of their Father they readily do. That Hellish Aphorism they so faithfully practise, is one of his Principles: it was he First instilled it into them, Calumniare fortiter, Aliquid adhaerebit. p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 pns32 av-j vdb. cst j n1 pns32 av av-j vvi, vbz pi pp-f po31 n2: pn31 vbds pns31 ord j-vvn pn31 p-acp pno32, fw-it fw-la, j fw-la. (11) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 211
2406 Smite with the tongue, and be sure to smite home, and then be sure, eyther the griefe, or the blemish of the stroake will sticke by it. Smite with the tongue, and be sure to smite home, and then be sure, either the grief, or the blemish of the stroke will stick by it. vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi av-an, cc av vbi j, d dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 211
2407 A Diuellish practice, hatefull both to God and Man. And that most iustly; whether we consider the sinne, or the iniurie, or the mischiefe of it: A Devilish practice, hateful both to God and Man. And that most justly; whither we Consider the sin, or the injury, or the mischief of it: dt j n1, j d p-acp np1 cc n1 cc cst av-ds av-j; cs pns12 vvb dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31: (11) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 211
2408 the Sinne in the Doer, the Iniurie to the Sufferer, the Mischiefe to the Common-wealth. Euerie false report raised in iudgement, besides that it is a lye ; the Sin in the Doer, the Injury to the Sufferer, the Mischief to the Commonwealth. Every false report raised in judgement, beside that it is a lie; dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1. d j n1 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp cst pn31 vbz dt vvb; (11) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 211
2409 and euerie lye is a sinne against the truth, slaying the soule of him that maketh it, and every lie is a sin against the truth, slaying the soul of him that makes it, cc d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz pn31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 211
2410 and excluding him from heauen, and binding him ouer vnto the second death: it is also a pernicious lye, and that is the worst sort of lyes; and excluding him from heaven, and binding him over unto the second death: it is also a pernicious lie, and that is the worst sort of lies; cc vvg pno31 p-acp n1, cc vvg pno31 a-acp p-acp dt ord n1: pn31 vbz av dt j n1, cc d vbz dt js n1 pp-f n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 211
2411 and so a sinne both against Charitie and Iustice. Which who so committeth, let him neuer looke to dwell in the Tabernacle of God, and so a sin both against Charity and Justice Which who so Committeth, let him never look to dwell in the Tabernacle of God, cc av dt n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1 q-crq q-crq av vvz, vvb pno31 av-x vvi p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 211
2412 or to rest vpon his holy Mountaine: God hauing threatned, Psal. 50. to take speciall knowledge of this sinne; or to rest upon his holy Mountain: God having threatened, Psalm 50. to take special knowledge of this sin; cc p-acp vvb p-acp po31 j n1: np1 vhg vvn, np1 crd p-acp vvi j n1 pp-f d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 211
2413 and though hee seeme for a time to dissemble it, yet at last to reproue the bold offender to his face. and though he seem for a time to dissemble it, yet At last to reprove the bold offender to his face. cc cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, av p-acp ord pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 212
2414 [ Thou fatest and spakest against thy brother: yea and hast slandered thine owne mothers sonne. [ Thou fatest and spokest against thy brother: yea and hast slandered thine own mother's son. [ pns21 vv2 cc vvd2 p-acp po21 n1: uh cc vh2 vvn po21 d ng1 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 212
2415 These things hast thou done, and I held my tongue, and thou thoughtest wickedly that I was euen such a one as thy selfe: These things hast thou done, and I held my tongue, and thou thoughtest wickedly that I was even such a one as thy self: np1 n2 vh2 pns21 vdn, cc pns11 vvd po11 n1, cc pns21 vvd2 av-j cst pns11 vbds av d dt pi p-acp po21 n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 212
2416 but I will reproue thee, and set before thee the things that thou hast done. ] but I will reprove thee, and Set before thee the things that thou hast done. ] cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno21, cc vvn p-acp pno21 dt n2 cst pns21 vh2 vdn. ] (11) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 212
2417 And as for the Iniurie done hereby to the grieued partie, it is incomparable. And as for the Injury done hereby to the grieved party, it is incomparable. cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 vdn av p-acp dt j-vvn n1, pn31 vbz j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 212
2418 If a man haue his house broken, or his purse taken from him by the high way, If a man have his house broken, or his purse taken from him by the high Way, cs dt n1 vhi po31 n1 vvn, cc po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 212
2419 or sustaine anie wrong or losse in his person, goods, or state otherwise, by fraud, or violence, or casualtie: he may possibly eyther by good fortune heare of his owne againe and recouer it, or sustain any wrong or loss in his person, goods, or state otherwise, by fraud, or violence, or casualty: he may possibly either by good fortune hear of his own again and recover it, cc vvi d n-jn cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, n2-j, cc n1 av, p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1: pns31 vmb av-j av-d p-acp j n1 vvi pp-f po31 d av cc vvi pn31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 212
2420 or he may haue restitution and satisfaction made him by those that wronged him, or by his good industry and prouidence he may liue to see that losse repaired, or he may have restitution and satisfaction made him by those that wronged him, or by his good industry and providence he may live to see that loss repaired, cc pns31 vmb vhi n1 cc n1 vvd pno31 p-acp d cst vvd pno31, cc p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 vvd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 212
2421 and be in as good state as before. and be in as good state as before. cc vbb p-acp c-acp j n1 c-acp a-acp. (11) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 212
2422 But hee that hath his Name, and Credite, and Reputation causlesly called into question, sustaineth a losse by so much greater than anie theft, by how much a good name is better than great riches. But he that hath his Name, and Credit, and Reputation causelessly called into question, sustaineth a loss by so much greater than any theft, by how much a good name is better than great riches. p-acp pns31 cst vhz po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1 av-j vvn p-acp n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp av av-d jc cs d n1, p-acp c-crq d dt j n1 vbz jc cs j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 212
2423 A man may out-weare other iniuries, or out-liue them: A man may outwear other injuries, or outlive them: dt n1 vmb vvi j-jn n2, cc vvb pno32: (11) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 212
2424 but a defamed person no acquittall from the Iudge, no satisfaction from the Accuser, no following endeuours in himselfe can so restore in integrum, but that when the wound is healed, hee shall yet carrie the markes and the scarres of it to his dying day. but a defamed person no acquittal from the Judge, no satisfaction from the Accuser, no following endeavours in himself can so restore in integrum, but that when the wound is healed, he shall yet carry the marks and the scars of it to his dying day. cc-acp dt vvn n1 dx n1 p-acp dt n1, dx n1 p-acp dt n1, dx j-vvg n2 p-acp px31 vmb av vvi p-acp n1, p-acp cst c-crq dt vvd vbz vvn, pns31 vmb av vvi dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 j-vvg n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 212
2425 Great also are the mischiefes that hence redound to the Common-wealth. When no innocencie can protect an honest quiet man, Great also Are the mischiefs that hence redound to the Commonwealth. When no innocence can Pact an honest quiet man, j av vbr dt n2 cst av vvi p-acp dt n1. q-crq dx n1 vmb vvi dt j j-jn n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 213
2426 but euerie busie base fellow that oweth him a spite shall be able to fetch him into the Courts, draw him from the necessary charge of his family and duties of his calling, to an vnnecessarie expence of money and time, torture him with endlesse delayes, but every busy base fellow that owes him a spite shall be able to fetch him into the Courts, draw him from the necessary charge of his family and duties of his calling, to an unnecessary expense of money and time, torture him with endless delays, cc-acp d j j n1 cst vvz pno31 dt n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2, vvb pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2 pp-f po31 n-vvg, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb pno31 p-acp j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 213
2427 and expose him to the pillage of euerie hungrie officer. and expose him to the pillage of every hungry officer. cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 213
2428 It is one of the grieuances God had against Ierusalem, and as hee calleth them abhominations, for which hee threatneth to iudge her Ezek. 22. Viri detractores inte. In thee are men that carrie tales to shedde bloud. It is one of the grievances God had against Ierusalem, and as he calls them abominations, for which he threatens to judge her Ezekiel 22. Viri Detractors Inte. In thee Are men that carry tales to shed blood. pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt n2 np1 vhd p-acp np1, cc c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 np1 crd fw-la n2 n1. p-acp pno21 vbr n2 cst vvb n2 pc-acp vvi n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 213
2429 Beware then all you whose businesse or lot it is at this Assises, or hereafter may be, to be Plaintiffs, Accusers, Informers, or anie way Parties in anie Court of Iustice, this or other, Ciuill or Ecclesiasticall: that you suffer not the guilt of this prohibition to cleaue vnto your consciences. Beware then all you whose business or lot it is At this Assizes, or hereafter may be, to be Plaintiffs, Accusers, Informers, or any Way Parties in any Court of justice, this or other, Civil or Ecclesiastical: that you suffer not the guilt of this prohibition to cleave unto your Consciences. vvb av d pn22 rg-crq n1 cc n1 pn31 vbz p-acp d n2, cc av vmb vbi, pc-acp vbi n2, n2, n2, cc d n1 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, d cc n-jn, j cc j: cst pn22 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 213
2430 If you shall hereafter be raisers of false reports, the words you haue heard this day shall make you inexcusable another. If you shall hereafter be raisers of false reports, the words you have herd this day shall make you inexcusable Another. cs pn22 vmb av vbi n2 pp-f j n2, dt n2 pn22 vhb vvn d n1 vmb vvi pn22 j n-jn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 213
2431 You are, by what hath beene presently spoken, disabled euerlastingly from pleading anie Ignorance eyther Facti or Iuris ; You Are, by what hath been presently spoken, disabled everlastingly from pleading any Ignorance either Facti or Iuris; pn22 vbr, p-acp r-crq vhz vbn av-j vvn, vvd av-j p-acp vvg d n1 d fw-la cc fw-la; (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 213
2432 as hauing been instructed both what it is, and how great a fault it is, to raise a false report. as having been instructed both what it is, and how great a fault it is, to raise a false report. c-acp vhg vbn vvn d r-crq pn31 vbz, cc c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz, pc-acp vvi dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 213
2433 Resolue therefore, if you be free, neuer to enter into anie action or suite, wherein you cannot proceede with comfort, nor come off without iniustice: Resolve Therefore, if you be free, never to enter into any actium or suit, wherein you cannot proceed with Comfort, nor come off without injustice: vvb av, cs pn22 vbb j, av-x pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1, c-crq pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, ccx vvb a-acp p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 213
2434 or if alreadie engaged, to make as good & speedie an end as you can of a bad matter, or if already engaged, to make as good & speedy an end as you can of a bad matter, cc cs av vvn, pc-acp vvi c-acp j cc j dt n1 c-acp pn22 vmb pp-f dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 213
2435 and to desist from farther prosecution. and to desist from farther prosecution. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp jc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 213
2436 Let that golden rule, commended by the wisest Heathens as a fundamentall Principle of morall and ciuill Iustice ; Let that golden Rule, commended by the Wisest heathens as a fundamental Principle of moral and civil justice; vvb d j n1, vvn p-acp dt js n2-jn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j cc j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 214
2437 yea and proposed by our blessed Sauiour himselfe as a full abridgement of the Law and Prophets, be euer in your eye, yea and proposed by our blessed Saviour himself as a full abridgement of the Law and prophets, be ever in your eye, uh cc vvn p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 px31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n2, vbb av p-acp po22 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 214
2438 and euer before your thoughts, to measure out all your actions, and accusations, and proceedings thereby: and ever before your thoughts, to measure out all your actions, and accusations, and proceedings thereby: cc av p-acp po22 n2, pc-acp vvi av d po22 n2, cc n2, cc n2-vvg av: (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 214
2439 euen to doe so to other men, and no otherwise, than as you could be content, even to do so to other men, and no otherwise, than as you could be content, av p-acp vdb av p-acp j-jn n2, cc av-dx av, cs c-acp pn22 vmd vbi j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 214
2440 or in right reason should be content, they should doe to you and yours, if their case were yours. or in right reason should be content, they should do to you and yours, if their case were yours. cc p-acp j-jn n1 vmd vbi j, pns32 vmd vdi p-acp pn22 cc png22, cs po32 n1 vbdr png22. (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 214
2441 Could anie of you take it well at your neighbours hand, should he seeke your life or liuelyhood by suggesting against you things which you neuer had so much as the thought to do? or bring you into a pecke of troubles, by wresting your wordes and actions wherein you meant nothing but well, to a dangerous construction? or follow the Law vpon you, Could any of you take it well At your neighbours hand, should he seek your life or liuelyhood by suggesting against you things which you never had so much as the Thought to do? or bring you into a peck of Troubles, by wresting your words and actions wherein you meant nothing but well, to a dangerous construction? or follow the Law upon you, vmd d pp-f pn22 vvb pn31 av p-acp po22 ng1 n1, vmd pns31 vvi po22 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pn22 n2 r-crq pn22 av-x vhd av av-d c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi? cc vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp vvg po22 n2 cc n2 c-crq pn22 vvd pix cc-acp av, p-acp dt j n1? cc vvb dt n1 p-acp pn22, (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 214
2442 as if hee would not leaue you worth a groate for euerie pettie trespasse, scarce worth halfe the money? or fetch you ouer the hip vpon a branch of some blinde, vncouth, as if he would not leave you worth a groat for every Petty trespass, scarce worth half the money? or fetch you over the hip upon a branch of Some blind, uncouth, c-acp cs pns31 vmd xx vvi pn22 n1 dt n1 p-acp d j n1, av-j j j-jn dt n1? cc vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j, j-u, (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 214
2443 and pretermitted Statute? He that should deale thus with you and yours, I know what would be said and thought: Griper, Knaue, Villaine, Diuell incarnate ; and pretermitted Statute? He that should deal thus with you and yours, I know what would be said and Thought: Griper, Knave, Villain, devil incarnate; cc vvn n1? pns31 cst vmd vvi av p-acp pn22 cc png22, pns11 vvb r-crq vmd vbi vvn cc vvn: n1, n1, n1, n1 j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 214
2444 all this & much more would be too little for him. all this & much more would be too little for him. d d cc av-d dc vmd vbi av j c-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 214
2445 Well, I say no more but this, Quod tibi fieri non vis, &c. Doe as you would be done too. There is your generall Rule. Well, I say no more but this, Quod tibi fieri non vis, etc. Do as you would be done too. There is your general Rule. uh-av, pns11 vvb av-dx dc p-acp d, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-fr, av vdb c-acp pn22 vmd vbi vdn av. pc-acp vbz po22 j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 214
2446 But for more particular direction, if any man desire it, since in euery euill one good step to soundnesse is, to haue discouered the right cause thereof: But for more particular direction, if any man desire it, since in every evil one good step to soundness is, to have discovered the right cause thereof: cc-acp p-acp dc j n1, cs d n1 vvb pn31, c-acp p-acp d j-jn crd j n1 p-acp n1 vbz, pc-acp vhi vvn dt j-jn n1 av: (11) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 214
2447 I know not what better course to prescribe for the preuenting of this sinne of sycophancy and false accusation, I know not what better course to prescribe for the preventing of this sin of sycophancy and false accusation, pns11 vvb xx r-crq j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 214
2448 than for euery man carefully to avoyd the inducing causes thereof, and the occasions of those causes. than for every man carefully to avoid the inducing Causes thereof, and the occasions of those Causes. cs p-acp d n1 av-j pc-acp vvi dt vvg n2 av, cc dt n2 pp-f d n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 215
2449 There are God knoweth in this present wicked world, to euery kinde of euill, inducements but too too many. There Are God Knoweth in this present wicked world, to every kind of evil, inducements but too too many. pc-acp vbr np1 vvz p-acp d j j n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n-jn, n2 p-acp av av d. (11) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 215
2450 To this of false accusation therefore it is not vnlikely, but there may be more: To this of false accusation Therefore it is not unlikely, but there may be more: p-acp d pp-f j n1 av pn31 vbz xx j, cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi av-dc: (11) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 215
2451 yet we may obserue that there are foure things, which are the most ordinary and frequent causes thereof; yet we may observe that there Are foure things, which Are the most ordinary and frequent Causes thereof; av pns12 vmb vvi cst a-acp vbr crd n2, r-crq vbr dt av-ds j cc j n2 av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 215
2452 viz. Malice, Obsequiousnesse, Couerture, and Couetousnesse. viz. Malice, Obsequiousness, Coverture, and Covetousness. n1 n1, n1, n1, cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 215
2453 The first is Malice. Which in some men (if I may bee allowed to call them men, being indeede rather Monsters ) is vniuersall. They loue no body: The First is Malice. Which in Some men (if I may be allowed to call them men, being indeed rather Monsters) is universal. They love no body: dt ord vbz n1. r-crq p-acp d n2 (cs pns11 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 n2, vbg av av n2) vbz j. pns32 vvb dx n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 215
2454 glad when they can doe any man any mischiefe in any matter: neuer at so good quiet, as when they are most vnquiet. glad when they can do any man any mischief in any matter: never At so good quiet, as when they Are most unquiet. av-j c-crq pns32 vmb vdi d n1 d n1 p-acp d n1: av p-acp av j n-jn, c-acp c-crq pns32 vbr av-ds j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 215
2455 It seemeth Dauid met with some such; men that were enemies to peace: when hee spake to them of peace; It seems David met with Some such; men that were enemies to peace: when he spoke to them of peace; pn31 vvz np1 vvn p-acp d d; n2 cst vbdr n2 p-acp n1: c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 215
2456 they made themselues ready to battell. they made themselves ready to battle. pns32 vvd px32 j p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 215
2457 Take one of these men, it is meate and drinke to him, which to a well-minded Christian is as gall and wormwood, to be in continuall suits. Take one of these men, it is meat and drink to him, which to a well-minded Christian is as Gall and wormwood, to be in continual suits. vvb crd pp-f d n2, pn31 vbz n1 cc vvi p-acp pno31, r-crq p-acp dt j np1 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 215
2458 Et si non aliquà nocuisset, mortuus esset: Et si non aliquà nocuisset, Mortuus esset: fw-la fw-mi fw-fr fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la: (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 215
2459 he could not haue kept himselfe in breath, but by keeping Termes; nor haue liued to this houre, he could not have kept himself in breath, but by keeping Terms; nor have lived to this hour, pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn px31 p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp vvg n2; ccx vhb vvn p-acp d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 215
2460 if he had not bin in Law. Such cankered dispositions as these, without the more than ordinary mercy of God, there is little hope to reclaime: if he had not been in Law. Such cankered dispositions as these, without the more than ordinary mercy of God, there is little hope to reclaim: cs pns31 vhd xx vbn p-acp n1. d j-vvn n2 p-acp d, p-acp dt av-dc cs j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi: (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 215
2461 vnlesse very want, when they haue spent & vndone themselues with wrangling (for that is commonly their end, unless very want, when they have spent & undone themselves with wrangling (for that is commonly their end, cs j vvb, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn cc vvn px32 p-acp vvg (c-acp d vbz av-j po32 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 215
2462 and the reward of all their toyle) make them hold off, and giue ouer. But there are besides these others also; and the reward of all their toil) make them hold off, and give over. But there Are beside these Others also; cc dt n1 pp-f d po32 n1) vvb pno32 vvi a-acp, cc vvb a-acp. p-acp a-acp vbr p-acp d n2-jn av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 215
2463 in whom although this malice reigneth not so vniuersally, yet are they so farre carried with priuate spleene and hatred against some particular men for some personall respect or other, in whom although this malice Reigneth not so universally, yet Are they so Far carried with private spleen and hatred against Some particular men for Some personal respect or other, p-acp ro-crq cs d n1 vvz xx av av-j, av vbr pns32 av av-j vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n2 p-acp d j n1 cc n-jn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 216
2464 as to seek their vndoing by all meanes they can. Out of which hatred and enuy they raise false reports of them: as to seek their undoing by all means they can. Out of which hatred and envy they raise false reports of them: c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n-vvg p-acp d n2 pns32 vmb. av pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 vvb j n2 pp-f pno32: (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 216
2465 that being in their iudgements, as it is indeed, the most speedy and the most speeding way to doe mischiefe with safety. that being in their Judgments, as it is indeed, the most speedy and the most speeding Way to do mischief with safety. cst vbg p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pn31 vbz av, dt av-ds j cc dt av-ds j-vvg n1 p-acp vdb n1 p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 216
2466 This made the Presidents and Princes of Persia to seeke an accusation against Daniel ; This made the Presidents and Princes of Persiam to seek an accusation against daniel; np1 vvd dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp np1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 216
2467 whom they enuied because the King had preferred him aboue them. And in all ages of the world wicked and prophane men haue been busie to suggest the worst they could, against those that haue beene faithfull in their callings; whom they envied Because the King had preferred him above them. And in all ages of the world wicked and profane men have been busy to suggest the worst they could, against those that have been faithful in their callings; ro-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp pno32. cc p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1 j cc j n2 vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi dt js pns32 vmd, p-acp d cst vhb vbn j p-acp po32 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 216
2468 especially in the callings of the Magistracy or Ministery: that very faithfulnesse of theirs being to the other a sufficient ground of malice. especially in the callings of the Magistracy or Ministry: that very faithfulness of theirs being to the other a sufficient ground of malice. av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1: cst j n1 pp-f png32 vbg p-acp dt j-jn dt j n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 216
2469 To remedy this, take the Apostles rule, Heb. 12. Looke diligently lest any roote of bitternesse springing vp trouble you, and thereby many bee defiled. To remedy this, take the Apostles Rule, Hebrew 12. Look diligently lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled. p-acp n1 d, vvb dt n2 vvi, np1 crd vvb av-j cs d n1 pp-f n1 vvg a-acp vvb pn22, cc av d vbb vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 216
2470 Submit your selues to the word and will of God in the Ministery ; submit your selues to the power and ordinance of God in the Magistracy ; Submit your selves to the word and will of God in the Ministry; submit your selves to the power and Ordinance of God in the Magistracy; vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc vmb pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 216
2471 submit your selues to the good pleasure and prouidence of God in disposing of yours and other mens estates: submit your selves to the good pleasure and providence of God in disposing of yours and other men's estates: vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg pp-f png22 cc n-jn ng2 n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 216
2472 and you shall haue no cause by the grace of God, out of malice or enuy to any of your brethren, to raise false reports of them. and you shall have no cause by the grace of God, out of malice or envy to any of your brothers, to raise false reports of them. cc pn22 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av pp-f n1 cc vvb p-acp d pp-f po22 n2, pc-acp vvi j n2 pp-f pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 216
2473 The second Inducement is Obsequiousnesse. When either out of a base feare of displeasing some that haue power to doe vs a displeasure, The second Inducement is Obsequiousness. When either out of a base Fear of displeasing Some that have power to do us a displeasure, dt ord n1 vbz n1. c-crq av-d av pp-f dt j vvb pp-f vvg d cst vhb n1 pc-acp vdi pno12 dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 216
2474 or out of a baser Ambition to scrue our selues into the seruice or fauour of those that my aduance vs; or out of a baser Ambition to scrue our selves into the service or favour of those that my advance us; cc av pp-f dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d cst po11 vvi pno12; (11) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 216
2475 wee are content, though wee owe them no priuate grudge otherwise, yet to become officious accusers of those they hate, we Are content, though we owe them no private grudge otherwise, yet to become officious accusers of those they hate, pns12 vbr j, cs pns12 vvb pno32 dx j-jn n1 av, av pc-acp vvi j n2 pp-f d pns32 vvb, (11) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 217
2476 but would not be seene so to doe: but would not be seen so to do: cc-acp vmd xx vbi vvn av pc-acp vdi: (11) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 217
2477 so making our selues as it were baudes vnto their lust, and open instruments of their secret malice. Out of that base feare, the Elders of Iesrael, vpon the Queenes letter, whom they durst not displease, caused an accusation to be framed against innocent Naboth. And out of this base Ambition, Doeg to picke a thanke with his Master, so making our selves as it were bawds unto their lust, and open Instruments of their secret malice. Out of that base Fear, the Elders of Iesrael, upon the Queens Letter, whom they durst not displease, caused an accusation to be framed against innocent Naboth. And out of this base Ambition, Doeg to pick a thank with his Master, av vvg po12 n2 c-acp pn31 vbdr n2 p-acp po32 n1, cc j n2 pp-f po32 j-jn n1. av pp-f d j vvb, dt np1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt ng1 n1, ro-crq pns32 vvd xx vvi, vvd dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn np1. cc av pp-f d j n1, np1 pc-acp vvi dt vvb p-acp po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 217
2478 and to endeere himselfe farther into his good opinion, told tales of Dauid and Ahimelech. To remedy this, remember the seruices and offices you owe to the greatest Masters vpon earth, haue their bounds set them which they may not passe. and to endear himself farther into his good opinion, told tales of David and Ahimelech. To remedy this, Remember the services and Offices you owe to the greatest Masters upon earth, have their bounds Set them which they may not pass. cc pc-acp vvi px31 av-jc p-acp po31 j n1, vvd n2 pp-f np1 cc np1. pc-acp vvi d, vvb dt n2 cc n2 pn22 vvb p-acp dt js n2 p-acp n1, vhb po32 n2 vvd pno32 r-crq pns32 vmb xx vvi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 217
2479 Vsque ad aras: the Altar-stone that is the Meere-stone ; and Iustice hath her Altars too, as well as Religion hers. Vsque ad aras: the Altar-stone that is the Merestone; and justice hath her Altars too, as well as Religion hers. fw-la fw-la fw-mi: dt n1 cst vbz dt n1; cc n1 vhz po31 n2 av, c-acp av c-acp n1 png31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 217
2480 Goe as farre then as you can in offices of loue and seruice to your friends and betters, saluis pietate & iustitia: but not a step farther for a world. Go as Far then as you can in Offices of love and service to your Friends and betters, saluis Piate & iustitia: but not a step farther for a world. vvb a-acp av-j av c-acp pn22 vmb p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2-j, fw-it vvi cc fw-la: cc-acp xx dt n1 av-jc p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 217
2481 If you seeke to please men beyond this, you cannot bee the seruants of God. Couerture is the third Inducement. If you seek to please men beyond this, you cannot be the Servants of God. Coverture is the third Inducement. cs pn22 vvb p-acp vvb n2 p-acp d, pn22 vmbx vbi dt n2 pp-f np1. n1 vbz dt ord n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 217
2482 And that is, when either to make our owne cause the better, we seeke to bring enuy and preiudice vpon our aduersarie's, by making his seeme worse: And that is, when either to make our own cause the better, we seek to bring envy and prejudice upon our adversary's, by making his seem Worse: cc d vbz, c-crq d pc-acp vvi po12 d n1 dt jc, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 ng1, p-acp vvg po31 vvi av-jc: (11) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 217
2483 or when being our selues guilty, we thinke to couer our own crimes, and to preuent the accusations of others by getting the start of them, and accusing them first. or when being our selves guilty, we think to cover our own crimes, and to prevent the accusations of Others by getting the start of them, and accusing them First. cc c-crq vbg po12 n2 j, pns12 vvb p-acp vvb po12 d n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc vvg pno32 ord. (11) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 217
2484 As Potiphars wife accused Ioseph, and the Elders Susannah, of such crimes, as they were innocent of, and themselues guilty. As Potiphars wife accused Ioseph, and the Elders Susannah, of such crimes, as they were innocent of, and themselves guilty. p-acp np1 n1 vvn np1, cc dt np1 np1, pp-f d n2, c-acp pns32 vbdr j-jn pp-f, cc px32 j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 217
2485 An old tricke, by which C. Verres like a cunning Coult often holpe himself at a pinch, an old trick, by which C. Verres like a cunning Coult often help himself At a pinch, dt j n1, p-acp r-crq np1 np1 av-j dt j-jn n1 av vvd px31 p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 218
2486 when he was Praetor of Sicily ; as Cicero declareth against him by many instances, and at large. when he was Praetor of Sicily; as Cicero Declareth against him by many instances, and At large. c-crq pns31 vbds n1 pp-f np1; c-acp np1 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 218
2487 For sithence the Lawes in most cases rather fauour the Plaintiffe ; because it is presumed men should not complaine without grieuance: For since the Laws in most cases rather favour the Plaintiff; Because it is presumed men should not complain without grievance: p-acp p-acp dt n2 p-acp ds n2 av-c vvi dt n1; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn n2 vmd xx vvi p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 218
2488 wee may thinke perhaps to get this aduantage to our selues, and so rather chuse to be Plaintiffes than Defendants, because (as Salomon saith) hee that is first in his owne tale seemeth righteous. To remedy this; we may think perhaps to get this advantage to our selves, and so rather choose to be Plaintiffs than Defendants, Because (as Solomon Says) he that is First in his own tale seems righteous. To remedy this; pns12 vmb vvi av pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc av av vvi pc-acp vbi n2 cs n2, c-acp (c-acp np1 vvz) pns31 cst vbz ord p-acp po31 d n1 vvz j. pc-acp vvi d; (11) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 218
2489 Doe nothing but what is iust, and iustifiable: be sure your matters be good and right: Do nothing but what is just, and justifiable: be sure your matters be good and right: vdb pix cc-acp r-crq vbz j, cc j: vbb j po22 n2 vbb j cc j-jn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 218
2490 they wil then beare out themselues well enough, without standing need to such damned shifts for support. they will then bear out themselves well enough, without standing need to such damned shifts for support. pns32 vmb av vvi av px32 av av-d, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp d j-vvn n2 p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 218
2491 But the fourth thing is that, which causeth more mischief in this kinde, than all the rest. But the fourth thing is that, which Causes more mischief in this kind, than all the rest. p-acp dt ord n1 vbz d, r-crq vvz dc n1 p-acp d n1, cs d dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 218
2492 That which the Apostle calleth the roote of all euill ; That which the Apostle calls the root of all evil; d r-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d j-jn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 218
2493 and which were it not, there would not be the hundreth part of those suites and troubles and wrongs, which now there are, done vnder the Sunne: and which were it not, there would not be the Hundredth part of those suits and Troubles and wrongs, which now there Are, done under the Sun: cc r-crq vbdr pn31 xx, pc-acp vmd xx vbi dt ord n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2 cc n2-jn, r-crq av a-acp vbr, vdn p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 218
2494 Euen the greedy worme of Couetousnesse, and the thirst after filthy lucre. For though men be wicked enough, Even the greedy worm of Covetousness, and the thirst After filthy lucre. For though men be wicked enough, av dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 p-acp j n1. c-acp cs n2 vbb j av-d, (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 218
2495 and prone to mischiefe of themselues but too much: yet are there euen in corrupt nature such impressions of. and prove to mischief of themselves but too much: yet Are there even in corrupt nature such impressions of. cc j p-acp n1 pp-f px32 p-acp av av-d: av vbr pc-acp av p-acp j n1 d n2 pp-f. (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 218
2496 the common principles of iustice and equitie, that men would not often doe great wrongs gratis, and for nothing. the Common principles of Justice and equity, that men would not often do great wrongs gratis, and for nothing. dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst n2 vmd xx av vdi j vvz av, cc p-acp pix. (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 218
2497 If Zibah slaunder his Master falsely and treacherously; it is in a hope of getting the liuing from him. If Zibah slander his Master falsely and treacherously; it is in a hope of getting the living from him. cs np1 vvb po31 n1 av-j cc av-j; pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n-vvg p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 218
2498 And it was Naboths Vineyeard, not blasphemy, that made him guilty. And it was Naboth's Vineyeard, not blasphemy, that made him guilty. cc pn31 vbds vvz np1, xx n1, cst vvd pno31 j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2499 Those sinners that conspired against the innocent, Prou. 1. [ Come let vs lay waite for bloud, let vs lurke priuily for the innocent without a cause: Those Sinners that conspired against the innocent, Prou. 1. [ Come let us lay wait for blood, let us lurk privily for the innocent without a cause: d n2 cst vvd p-acp dt j-jn, np1 crd [ vvb vvb pno12 vvi vvi p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvi av-j p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2500 Let vs swallow them vp, &c. they had their end in it: Let us swallow them up, etc. they had their end in it: vvb pno12 vvi pno32 a-acp, av pns32 vhd po32 n1 p-acp pn31: (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2501 and what that was, the next following words discouer, We shall finde all precious substance, we shal fill our houses with spoyle. and what that was, the next following words discover, We shall find all precious substance, we shall fill our houses with spoil. cc r-crq d vbds, dt ord vvg n2 vvi, pns12 vmb vvi d j n1, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2502 And most of our prouling Informers, like those old Sycophants in Athens, or the Quadruplatores in Rome ; And most of our prouling Informers, like those old sycophants in Athens, or the Quadruplatores in Room; cc ds pp-f po12 j-vvg n2, av-j d j n2 p-acp np1, cc dt n2 p-acp vvb; (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2503 doe they aime thinke you so much at the execution of good Lawes, the punishment of offenders, and the reformation of abuses, as at the prey, do they aim think you so much At the execution of good Laws, the punishment of offenders, and the Reformation of Abuses, as At the prey, vdb pns32 vvb vvi pn22 av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, a-acp p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2504 and the booty, and to get a piece of money to themselues? For let the offence bee what it will, deale but with them: and the booty, and to get a piece of money to themselves? For let the offence be what it will, deal but with them: cc dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px32? p-acp vvb dt n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, vvb cc-acp p-acp pno32: (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2505 and then no more speech of Lawes or Abuses, but all is huisht vp in a calme silence, and no harme done. To remedy this; and then no more speech of Laws or Abuses, but all is huisht up in a Cam silence, and no harm done. To remedy this; cc av dx dc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, p-acp d vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc dx n1 vdn. p-acp n1 d; (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2506 as Iohn Baptist said to the souldiers in Luk. 3. Accuse no man falsly (NONLATINALPHABET is the word there too) and be content with your wages: as John Baptist said to the Soldiers in Luk. 3. Accuse no man falsely (is the word there too) and be content with your wages: c-acp np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1 crd vvb dx n1 av-j (vbz dt n1 a-acp av) cc vbi j p-acp po22 n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2507 so if you would bee sure not to accuse your neighbour falsly, content your selues with your owne estates, so if you would be sure not to accuse your neighbour falsely, content your selves with your own estates, av cs pn22 vmd vbi j xx pc-acp vvi po22 n1 av-j, vvb po22 n2 p-acp po22 d n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2508 and couet not his oxe or his asse, his land or his money, or any thing that is his. and covet not his ox or his Ass, his land or his money, or any thing that is his. cc vvb xx po31 n1 cc po31 n1, po31 n1 cc po31 n1, cc d n1 cst vbz png31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2509 Reckon nothing your own, that is not yours by faire and iust meanes: Reckon nothing your own, that is not yours by fair and just means: vvb pi2 po22 d, cst vbz xx png22 p-acp j cc j n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2510 nor thinke that can prosper with you and yours, that was wrung from another by Cauill or Calumny. nor think that can prosper with you and yours, that was wrung from Another by Cavil or Calumny. ccx vvb cst vmb vvi p-acp pn22 cc png22, cst vbds vvn p-acp j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 219
2511 I haue now done with you that are Accusers: whose care must be, according to the Text-reading, not to raise a false report. I have now done with you that Are Accusers: whose care must be, according to the Text reading, not to raise a false report. pns11 vhb av vdn p-acp pn22 cst vbr n2: r-crq n1 vmb vbi, vvg p-acp dt j, xx p-acp vvb dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 219
2512 But the Margent remembers me, there are others whom this prohibition concerneth besides you, or rather aboue you; But the Margin remembers me, there Are Others whom this prohibition concerns beside you, or rather above you; p-acp dt n1 vvz pno11, pc-acp vbr n2-jn r-crq d n1 vvz p-acp pn22, cc av-c p-acp pn22; (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 220
2513 whose care it must be not to receiue a false report. A thing so weightie, and withall so pertinent to the generall argument of this Scripture; whose care it must be not to receive a false report. A thing so weighty, and withal so pertinent to the general argument of this Scripture; rg-crq n1 pn31 vmb vbi xx p-acp vvb dt j n1. dt n1 av j, cc av av j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 220
2514 that some Translations haue passed it in the Text. And the Originall word comprehendeth it. For albeit the Raiser indeed be the first taker vp ; that Some Translations have passed it in the Text. And the Original word comprehendeth it. For albeit the Raiser indeed be the First taker up; cst d n2 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp dt np1 cc dt j-jn n1 vvz pn31. p-acp cs dt n1 av vbi dt ord n1 p-acp; (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 220
2515 yet the Receiuer taketh it vp too, at the second hand. yet the Receiver Takes it up too, At the second hand. av dt n1 vvz pn31 a-acp av, p-acp dt ord n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 220
2516 As it is commonly said of stolne goods, There would bee no theeues, if there were no receiuers ; As it is commonly said of stolen goods, There would be not thieves, if there were no Receivers; p-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f j-vvn n2-j, pc-acp vmd vbi xx n2, cs pc-acp vbdr dx n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 220
2517 and therefore some Lawes haue made the Receiuer equal theefe with the Stealer, NONLATINALPHABET: and Therefore Some Laws have made the Receiver equal thief with the Stealer,: cc av d n2 vhb vvn dt n1 j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1,: (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 220
2518 so certainly there would bee fewer false reports raised in iudgement, if they were more sparingly receiued. And therefore in this case also the Receiuer must goe pari passu with the Raiser: who, so Certainly there would be fewer false reports raised in judgement, if they were more sparingly received. And Therefore in this case also the Receiver must go Pair passu with the Raiser: who, av av-j a-acp vmd vbi d j n2 vvn p-acp n1, cs pns32 vbdr av-dc av-vvg vvn. cc av p-acp d n1 av dt n1 vmb vvi fw-fr fw-fr p-acp dt n1: r-crq, (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 220
2519 if he giue way or countenance to a false report when he may refuse or hinder it, by being an Accessarie maketh himselfe a Partie ; if he give Way or countenance to a false report when he may refuse or hinder it, by being an Accessary makes himself a Party; cs pns31 vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pn31, p-acp vbg dt j-jn vvz px31 dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 220
2520 and becommeth guiltie of the same sinnes, the same wrongs, the same mischiefes with the first offender, the false Accuser. Dauid, as he inueigheth against Doeg in the Psalme for telling: so hee elsewhere expostulateth with Saul for hearing vniust reports of him. and becomes guilty of the same Sins, the same wrongs, the same mischiefs with the First offender, the false Accuser. David, as he inveigheth against Doeg in the Psalm for telling: so he elsewhere expostulateth with Saul for hearing unjust reports of him. cc vvz j pp-f dt d n2, dt d vvz, dt d n2 p-acp dt ord n1, dt j n1. np1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg: av pns31 av vvz p-acp np1 p-acp vvg j n2 pp-f pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 220
2521 The Raiser and Receiuer are both possessed with the same euill spirit; The Raiser and Receiver Are both possessed with the same evil Spirit; dt n1 cc n1 vbr av-d vvn p-acp dt d j-jn n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 220
2522 they haue the same Diuell, the same Familiar: Only here is the difference, The Raiser hath this Familiar in his tongue, the Receiuer in his eare. Whosoeuer then sitteth in the place of Magistracie and publike Iudicature in foro externo, or is by vertue of his calling otherwise inuested with anie iurisdiction or power to heare and examine the accusations of others: they have the same devil, the same Familiar: Only Here is the difference, The Raiser hath this Familiar in his tongue, the Receiver in his ear. Whosoever then Sitteth in the place of Magistracy and public Judicature in foro externo, or is by virtue of his calling otherwise invested with any jurisdiction or power to hear and examine the accusations of Others: pns32 vhb dt d n1, dt d j-jn: av-j av vbz dt n1, dt n1 vhz d j-jn p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. r-crq av vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 p-acp fw-la fw-it, cc vbz p-acp n1 pp-f po31 vvg av vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 221
2523 I know not how hee shall be able to discharge himselfe in foro interno from a kinde of Champertie (if my ignorance make mee not abuse the word) or at leastwise from misprision of Calumnie and vniust accusations; I know not how he shall be able to discharge himself in foro interno from a kind of Champerty (if my ignorance make me not abuse the word) or At leastwise from Misprision of Calumny and unjust accusations; pns11 vvb xx c-crq pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp fw-la fw-it p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (cs po11 n1 vvb pno11 xx vvi dt n1) cc p-acp av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc j-u n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 221
2524 if he bee not reasonably carefull of three things. First, let him beware how he taketh priuate informations. Men are partiall ; if he be not reasonably careful of three things. First, let him beware how he Takes private informations. Men Are partial; cs pns31 vbb xx av-j j pp-f crd n2. ord, vvb pno31 vvi c-crq pns31 vvz j n2. n2 vbr j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 221
2525 and will not tell their owne tales but with fauour, and vnto aduantage. And it is so with most men; and will not tell their own tales but with favour, and unto advantage. And it is so with most men; cc vmb xx vvi po32 d n2 cc-acp p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. cc pn31 vbz av p-acp ds n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 221
2526 the first tale possesseth them so, as they heare the next with preiudice: than which there is not a sorer enemie to right and indifferent iudgement. the First tale Possesses them so, as they hear the next with prejudice: than which there is not a Sorer enemy to right and indifferent judgement. dt ord n1 vvz pno32 av, c-acp pns32 vvb dt ord p-acp n1: cs r-crq a-acp vbz xx dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi cc j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 221
2527 A point so materiall, that some Expositors make it the thing principally intended in this first branch of my Text, vt non audiatur vna pars sine aliâ, saith Lyra. Suiters will be impudent, to forestall the publicke hearing by priuate informations: A point so material, that Some Expositors make it the thing principally intended in this First branch of my Text, vt non audiatur Una pars sine aliâ, Says Lyra. Suitors will be impudent, to forestall the public hearing by private informations: dt n1 av j-jn, cst d n2 vvb pn31 dt n1 av-jn vvn p-acp d ord n1 pp-f po11 n1, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvz n1 n2 vmb vbi j, p-acp vvb dt j n-vvg p-acp j n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 221
2528 euen to the Iudge himselfe, if the accesse be easie; even to the Judge himself, if the access be easy; av p-acp dt n1 px31, cs dt n1 vbb j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 221
2529 or at leastwise (which indeed maketh lesse noise, but is nothing lesse pernicious) to his seruant or fauourite that hath his eare, or At leastwise (which indeed makes less noise, but is nothing less pernicious) to his servant or favourite that hath his ear, cc p-acp av (r-crq av vvz dc n1, cc-acp vbz pix av-dc j) p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 cst vhz po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 221
2530 if hee haue anie such noted seruant or fauourite. if he have any such noted servant or favourite. cs pns31 vhb d d j-vvn n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 221
2531 He therefore that would resolue not to receiue a false report, and be sure to hold his resolution, let him resolue (so farre as he can auoid it) to receiue no report in priuate ; (for a thousand to one that is a false one) or, where he cannot well auoid it, to be readie to receiue the information of the aduerse part withall; He Therefore that would resolve not to receive a false report, and be sure to hold his resolution, let him resolve (so Far as he can avoid it) to receive no report in private; (for a thousand to one that is a false one) or, where he cannot well avoid it, to be ready to receive the information of the adverse part withal; pns31 av cst vmd vvi xx pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vvb pno31 vvi (av av-j c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn31) pc-acp vvi dx n1 p-acp j; (c-acp dt crd pc-acp pi cst vbz dt j pi) cc, c-crq pns31 vmbx av vvi pn31, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 221
2532 eyther both or neither, but indeed rather neither: to keepe himselfe by all meanes equall and entire for a publicke hearing. either both or neither, but indeed rather neither: to keep himself by all means equal and entire for a public hearing. d d cc av-d, p-acp av av-c av-dx: pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d n2 j-jn cc j p-acp dt j n-vvg. (11) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 221
2533 Thus much hee may assure himselfe; Thus much he may assure himself; av av-d pns31 vmb vvi px31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 222
2534 there is no man offereth to possesse him with a cause beforehand, be it right, be it wrong; there is no man Offereth to possess him with a cause beforehand, be it right, be it wrong; pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 av, vbb pn31 av-jn, vbb pn31 j-jn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 222
2535 who doth not eyther thinke him vniust, or would haue him so. who does not either think him unjust, or would have him so. r-crq vdz xx d vvb pno31 j, cc vmd vhi pno31 av. (11) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 222
2536 Secondly, let him haue the conscience first, & then the patience too (and yet if hee haue the conscience, certainly he will haue the patience) to make search into the truth of things: Secondly, let him have the conscience First, & then the patience too (and yet if he have the conscience, Certainly he will have the patience) to make search into the truth of things: ord, vvb pno31 vhi dt n1 ord, cc av dt n1 av (cc av cs pns31 vhb dt n1, av-j pns31 vmb vhi dt n1) pc-acp vvi vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 222
2537 and not be daintie of his paines herein, though matters be intricate, and the labour like to be long and irksome, to finde out if it be possible the bottome of a businesse, and not be dainty of his pains herein, though matters be intricate, and the labour like to be long and irksome, to find out if it be possible the bottom of a business, cc xx vbi j pp-f po31 n2 av, cs n2 vbb j, cc dt n1 av-j pc-acp vbi j cc j, pc-acp vvi av cs pn31 vbb j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 222
2538 and where indeed the fault lyeth first or most. It was a great ouersight in a good King, for Dauid to giue away Mephib•sheths liuing from him to his Accuser, and where indeed the fault lies First or most. It was a great oversight in a good King, for David to give away Mephib•sheths living from him to his Accuser, cc c-crq av dt n1 vvz ord cc av-ds. pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp np1 pc-acp vvi av n2 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 222
2539 and that vpon the bare credite of his accusation. and that upon the bore credit of his accusation. cc cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 222
2540 It had beene more for his honour, to haue done as Iob did before him, to haue searched out the cause he knew not ; It had been more for his honour, to have done as Job did before him, to have searched out the cause he knew not; pn31 vhd vbn av-dc p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vhi vdn p-acp np1 vdd p-acp pno31, pc-acp vhi vvn av dt n1 pns31 vvd xx; (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 222
2541 and as his sonne Salomon did after him in the cause of the two Mothers. and as his son Solomon did After him in the cause of the two Mother's. cc c-acp po31 n1 np1 vdd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd ng1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 222
2542 Salomon well knew, what hee hath also taught vs, Prou. 25. that it was the honour of Kings to search out a matter. Solomon well knew, what he hath also taught us, Prou. 25. that it was the honour of Kings to search out a matter. np1 av vvd, r-crq pns31 vhz av vvn pno12, np1 crd d pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi av dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 222
2543 God as he hath vouchsafed Princes and Magistrates his own name: so he hath vouchsafed them his owne example in this point. God as he hath vouchsafed Princes and Magistrates his own name: so he hath vouchsafed them his own Exampl in this point. np1 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn n2 cc n2 po31 d n1: av pns31 vhz vvn pno32 po31 d n1 p-acp d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 222
2544 An example in the storie of the Law, Gen. 18. where hee did not presently giue iudgement against Sodom vpon the crie of their sinnes, that was come vp before him: an Exampl in the story of the Law, Gen. 18. where he did not presently give judgement against Sodom upon the cry of their Sins, that was come up before him: dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd c-crq pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cst vbds vvn a-acp p-acp pno31: (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 222
2545 but he would goe downe first and see whether they had done altogether according to that cry; but he would go down First and see whither they had done altogether according to that cry; cc-acp pns31 vmd vvi a-acp ord cc vvb cs pns32 vhd vdn av av-vvg p-acp d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 222
2546 and if not, that hee might know it. An Example also in the Gospell-story, Luke 16. vnder the parable of the rich man: and if not, that he might know it. an Exampl also in the Gospel story, Lycia 16. under the parable of the rich man: cc cs xx, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31. dt n1 av p-acp dt n1, av crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 223
2547 whose first worke, when his Steward was accused to him for embezzeling his goods, was not to turne him out of doores, but to examine his accounts. whose First work, when his Steward was accused to him for embezzeling his goods, was not to turn him out of doors, but to examine his accounts. r-crq ord n1, c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp vvg po31 n2-j, vbds xx pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f n2, cc-acp p-acp vvb po31 n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 223
2548 What through Malice, Obsequiousnesse, Couerture, and Couetousnesse, counterfeit reports are daily raised: What through Malice, Obsequiousness, Coverture, and Covetousness, counterfeit reports Are daily raised: q-crq p-acp n1, n1, n1, cc n1, j-jn n2 vbr av-j vvn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 223
2549 and there is much cunning vsed by those that raise them, much odde shuffling and packing and combining to giue them the colour and face of perfect truth. and there is much cunning used by those that raise them, much odd shuffling and packing and combining to give them the colour and face of perfect truth. cc pc-acp vbz d n-jn vvn p-acp d cst vvb pno32, d j j-vvg cc vvg cc vvg pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 223
2550 As then a plaine Countrie-man, that would not willingly be cousened in his pay, to take a slip for a currant piece, and brasse for siluer, leisurely turneth ouer euery piece he receiueth; As then a plain Countryman, that would not willingly be cozened in his pay, to take a slip for a currant piece, and brass for silver, leisurely turns over every piece he receiveth; p-acp cs dt j n1, cst vmd xx av-j vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt vvb p-acp dt n1 n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, av-j vvz p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz; (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 223
2551 and if hee suspect any one more than the rest, vieweth it, and ringeth it, and if he suspect any one more than the rest, views it, and ring it, cc cs pns31 vvb d crd dc cs dt n1, vvz pn31, cc n1 pn31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 223
2552 and smelleth to it, and bendeth it, and rubbeth it, so making vp of all his senses as it were one naturall touchstone, whereby to try it: and smelleth to it, and bendeth it, and rubbeth it, so making up of all his Senses as it were one natural touchstone, whereby to try it: cc vvz p-acp pn31, cc vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31, av vvg a-acp pp-f d po31 n2 c-acp pn31 vbdr crd j n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31: (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 223
2553 such iealousie should the Magistrate vse, and such industry, especially where there appeareth cause of suspicion, by all meanes to sift and to boult out the truth, if hee would not bee cheated with a false report instead of a true. such jealousy should the Magistrate use, and such industry, especially where there appears cause of suspicion, by all means to sift and to boult out the truth, if he would not be cheated with a false report instead of a true. d n1 vmd dt n1 vvb, cc d n1, av-j c-crq pc-acp vvz n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n2 p-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi av dt n1, cs pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 av pp-f dt j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 223
2554 Thirdly, let him take heed he doe not giue countenance or encouragement, more than right and reason requireth, to contentious persons, knowne Sycophants, and common Informers. If there should bee no Accusers to make complaints: Thirdly, let him take heed he do not give countenance or encouragement, more than right and reason requires, to contentious Persons, known sycophants, and Common Informers. If there should be no Accusers to make complaints: ord, vvb pno31 vvi n1 pns31 vdb xx vvi n1 cc n1, av-dc cs j-jn cc n1 vvz, p-acp j n2, vvn n2, cc j n2. cs a-acp vmd vbi dx n2 pc-acp vvi n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 223
2555 Offenders would bee no offenders, for want of due Correction ; Offenders would be no offenders, for want of due Correction; n2 vmd vbi dx n2, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 223
2556 and Lawes, would bee no Lawes, for want of due execution. Informers then are necessary in a Common-wealth as Dogs are about your houses and yardes. and Laws, would be no Laws, for want of due execution. Informers then Are necessary in a Commonwealth as Dogs Are about your houses and yards. cc n2, vmd vbi dx n2, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1. n2 av vbr j p-acp dt n1 c-acp n2 vbr p-acp po22 n2 cc n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2557 If any man mislike the comparison, let him know it is Cicero's simily, and not mine. If any man mislike the comparison, let him know it is Cicero's simily, and not mine. cs d n1 vvi dt n1, vvb pno31 vvi pn31 vbz npg1 n1, cc xx png11. (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2558 It is not amisse, saith that great and wise Oratour, there should be some store of Dogs about the house, where many goods are layed vp to be safe kept, It is not amiss, Says that great and wise Orator, there should be Some store of Dogs about the house, where many goods Are laid up to be safe kept, pn31 vbz xx av, vvz d j cc j n1, pc-acp vmd vbi d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, c-crq d n2-j vbr vvn a-acp pc-acp vbi j vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2559 and many false knaues haunt to doe mischiefe; to guard those, and to watch these the better. and many false knaves haunt to do mischief; to guard those, and to watch these the better. cc d j n2 vvb pc-acp vdi n1; p-acp vvb d, cc p-acp vvb d dt jc. (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2560 But if those Dogs should make at the throate of euery man that commeth neere the house, at honest mens houres, and vpon honest mens businesse: But if those Dogs should make At the throat of every man that comes near the house, At honest men's hours, and upon honest men's business: p-acp cs d n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vvz av-j dt n1, p-acp j ng2 n2, cc p-acp j ng2 n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2561 it is but needfull they of the house should sometimes rate them off, and if that will not serue the turne, welfauouredly beate them off, it is but needful they of the house should sometime rate them off, and if that will not serve the turn, welfauouredly beat them off, pn31 vbz p-acp j pns32 pp-f dt n1 vmd av vvb pno32 a-acp, cc cs d vmb xx vvi dt n1, av-j vvi pno32 a-acp, (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2562 yea, and (if after all that they still continue mankeene) knocke out their teeth, or breake their legges, to preuent a worse mischiefe. yea, and (if After all that they still continue mankeene) knock out their teeth, or break their legs, to prevent a Worse mischief. uh, cc (cs p-acp d cst pns32 av vvb n1) vvb av po32 n2, cc vvb po32 n2, pc-acp vvi dt jc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2563 Magistrates are petty Gods, God hath lent them his name, Dixi Dij, I haue said yee are Gods, Psal. 82. and false Accusers are petty Diuels ; Magistrates Are Petty God's, God hath lent them his name, i have said Dij, I have said ye Are God's, Psalm 82. and false Accusers Are Petty Devils; n2 vbr j n2, np1 vhz vvn pno32 po31 n1, fw-la fw-la, pns11 vhb vvn pn22 vbr n2, np1 crd cc j n2 vbr j ng1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2564 the Diuell hath borrowed their name, Sathan NONLATINALPHABET, the accuser of his brethren. the devil hath borrowed their name, Sathan, the accuser of his brothers. dt n1 vhz vvn po32 n1, np1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2565 For a Ruler then or Magistrate to countenance a Sycophant, what is it else, but as it were to peruert the course of nature, For a Ruler then or Magistrate to countenance a Sycophant, what is it Else, but as it were to pervert the course of nature, p-acp dt n1 av cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq vbz pn31 av, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2566 and to make God take the Diuells part? And then besides, where such things are done; and to make God take the Devils part? And then beside, where such things Are done; cc pc-acp vvi np1 vvb dt n2 vvi? cc av a-acp, c-crq d n2 vbr vdn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2567 what is the common cry? People, as they are suspicious, will be talking parlously and after their manner: what is the Common cry? People, as they Are suspicious, will be talking parlously and After their manner: r-crq vbz dt j n1? n1, c-acp pns32 vbr j, vmb vbi vvg av-j cc p-acp po32 n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2568 Sure, say they, the Magistrates are sharers with these fellowes in the aduenture; Sure, say they, the Magistrates Are sharers with these Fellows in the adventure; j, vvb pns32, dt n2 vbr n2 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 224
2569 these are but their setters, to bring them in gaine, their instruments and Emissaries to toll gri•t to their milles for the increasing of their moulter. these Are but their setters, to bring them in gain, their Instruments and Emissaries to toll gri•t to their mills for the increasing of their moulter. d vbr p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, po32 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 225
2570 Heethen that in the place of Magistracie would decline both the fault and suspicion of such vnworthy Collusion: it standeth him vpon with all his best endeauours by chaining and muzling these beasts to preuent them from biting where they should not; Heethen that in the place of Magistracy would decline both the fault and suspicion of such unworthy Collusion: it Stands him upon with all his best endeavours by chaining and muzzling these beasts to prevent them from biting where they should not; np1 cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1: pn31 vvz pno31 p-acp p-acp d po31 js n2 p-acp vvg cc vvg d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg c-crq pns32 vmd xx; (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 225
2571 and, if they haue fastened already, then by deliuering the oppressed with Iob to plucke the prey from betweene their teeth, and by exercising iust seuerity vpon them to breake their iawes for doing farther harme. and, if they have fastened already, then by delivering the oppressed with Job to pluck the prey from between their teeth, and by exercising just severity upon them to break their Jaws for doing farther harm. cc, cs pns32 vhb vvn av, av p-acp vvg dt j-vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp vdg av-jc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 225
2572 I am not able to prescribe (nor is it meete I should to my betters) by what meanes all this might best be done. I am not able to prescribe (nor is it meet I should to my betters) by what means all this might best be done. pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi (cc vbz pn31 j pns11 vmd p-acp po11 n2-j) p-acp r-crq vvz d d vmd js vbb vdn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 225
2573 For I know not how farre the subordinate Magistrates power, which must be bounded by his Commission and by the Lawes, may extend this way. For I know not how Far the subordinate Magistrates power, which must be bounded by his Commission and by the Laws, may extend this Way. c-acp pns11 vvb xx c-crq av-j dt j n2 n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp dt n2, vmb vvi d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 225
2574 Yet some few things there are, which I cannot but propose, as likely good helpes in all reason and in themselues, Yet Some few things there Are, which I cannot but propose, as likely good helps in all reason and in themselves, av d d n2 pc-acp vbr, r-crq pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi, c-acp j j n2 p-acp d n1 cc p-acp px32, (11) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 225
2575 for the discountenancing of false Accusers, and the lessening both of their number and insolency. Let euery good Magistrate take it into his proper consideration; for the discountenancing of false Accusers, and the lessening both of their number and insolency. Let every good Magistrate take it into his proper consideration; p-acp dt vvg pp-f j n2, cc dt vvg d pp-f po32 n1 cc n1. vvb d j n1 vvb pn31 p-acp po31 j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 225
2576 whether his Commission and the Lawes giue him power to vse them all, or no, and how farre. And First ; whither his Commission and the Laws give him power to use them all, or no, and how Far. And First; cs po31 n1 cc dt n2 vvb pno31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 d, cc uh-dx, cc c-crq av-j. cc ord; (11) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 225
2577 for the auoyding of malicious suites, and that men should not bee brought into trouble vpon slight informations: for the avoiding of malicious suits, and that men should not be brought into trouble upon slight informations: p-acp dt vvg pp-f j n2, cc d n2 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 225
2578 I finde that among the Romans the Accuser in most cases might not bee admitted to put in his libell, I find that among the Romans the Accuser in most cases might not be admitted to put in his libel, pns11 vvb cst p-acp dt np1 dt n1 p-acp ds n2 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 225
2579 vntill he had first taken his corporall oath before the Pretor, that hee was free from all malicious & Calumnious intent. until he had First taken his corporal oath before the Praetor, that he was free from all malicious & Calumnious intent. c-acp pns31 vhd ord vvn po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vbds j p-acp d j cc j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 226
2580 Certaine it is, as daily experience sheweth, that many men who make no conscience of a Lye, doe yet take some bogge at an Oath. And it cannot but open a wide gap to the raising and receiuing of false reports, Certain it is, as daily experience shows, that many men who make no conscience of a Lie, do yet take Some bog At an Oath. And it cannot but open a wide gap to the raising and receiving of false reports, j pn31 vbz, c-acp j n1 vvz, cst d n2 r-crq vvb dx n1 pp-f dt vvb, vdb av vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1. cc pn31 vmbx cc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 226
2581 and to many other abuses of very noysome consequence in the Common-weale; and to many other Abuses of very noisome consequence in the Commonweal; cc p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f av j n1 p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 226
2582 if the Magistrate when hee may helpe it, to enrich himselfe or his officers, or for any other indirect end, shall suffer men to be impleaded and brought into trouble vpon Bills and Presentments tendred without oath. if the Magistrate when he may help it, to enrich himself or his Officers, or for any other indirect end, shall suffer men to be impleaded and brought into trouble upon Bills and Presentments tendered without oath. cs dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pn31, pc-acp vvi px31 cc po31 n2, cc p-acp d j-jn j n1, vmb vvi n2 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 226
2583 Secondly, since Lawes cannot bee so conceiued, but that through the infinite variety of humane occurrences, they may sometimes fall heauie vpon particular men; Secondly, since Laws cannot be so conceived, but that through the infinite variety of humane occurrences, they may sometime fallen heavy upon particular men; ord, c-acp n2 vmbx vbi av vvn, cc-acp cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2, pns32 vmb av vvi j p-acp j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 226
2584 and yet for the preuenting of more generall inconueniences it is necessarie there should be Lawes (for better a mischiefe sometimes, and yet for the preventing of more general inconveniences it is necessary there should be Laws (for better a mischief sometime, cc av p-acp dt vvg pp-f dc j n2 pn31 vbz j pc-acp vmd vbi n2 (c-acp j dt n1 av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 226
2585 than alwayes an Inconuenience): there hath beene left, for any thing I finde to the contrarie, in all well gouerned policies, a kinde of latitude more or lesse, than always an Inconvenience): there hath been left, for any thing I find to the contrary, in all well governed policies, a kind of latitude more or less, cs av dt n1): a-acp vhz vbn vvn, p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb p-acp dt n-jn, p-acp d av vvn n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 av-dc cc av-dc, (11) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 226
2586 and power in the Magistrates, euen in those Courts, that were strictissimi iuris, vpon fit occasion to qualifie and to mitigate something the rigour of the Lawes by the Rules of Equitie. For I know not any extremity of Wrong beyond the extremity of Right: when lawes intended for Fences are made Snares, and are calumniously wrested to oppresse that innocencie which they should protect. And this is most properly Calumny in the prime notion of the word; and power in the Magistrates, even in those Courts, that were strictissimi iuris, upon fit occasion to qualify and to mitigate something the rigour of the Laws by the Rules of Equity. For I know not any extremity of Wrong beyond the extremity of Right: when laws intended for Fences Are made Snares, and Are calumniously wrested to oppress that innocence which they should Pact. And this is most properly Calumny in the prime notion of the word; cc n1 p-acp dt n2, av p-acp d n2, cst vbdr fw-la fw-la, p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi cc p-acp vvi pi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. c-acp pns11 vvb xx d n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn: c-crq n2 vvd p-acp n2 vbr vvn n2, cc vbr av-j vvn p-acp vvb cst n1 r-crq pns32 vmd vvi. cc d vbz av-ds av-j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 227
2587 for a man vpon a meere tricke or quillet from the letters and syllables of the Law, or other writing, or euidence, pressed with aduantage, to bring his action or lay his accusation against another man; for a man upon a mere trick or quillet from the letters and syllables of the Law, or other writing, or evidence, pressed with advantage, to bring his actium or lay his accusation against Another man; p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc j-jn vvg, cc n1, vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 227
2588 who yet bonâ fide, and in Equity and Conscience, hath done nothing worthy to bring him into such trouble. who yet bonâ fide, and in Equity and Conscience, hath done nothing worthy to bring him into such trouble. r-crq av fw-la fw-la, cc p-acp n1 cc n1, vhz vdn pix j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 227
2589 Now if the Magistrate of Iustice shall vse his full power, by interpreting the Law in rigour where he should not, to second the boldnesse of a calumnious Accuser: Now if the Magistrate of justice shall use his full power, by interpreting the Law in rigour where he should not, to second the boldness of a calumnious Accuser: av cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi po31 j n1, p-acp n-vvg dt n1 p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vmd xx, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 227
2590 or if he shall not vse his full power, by affoording his lawful fauour in due time and place, to succour the innocencie of the so accused: or if he shall not use his full power, by affording his lawful favour in due time and place, to succour the innocence of the so accused: cc cs pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 j n1, p-acp vvg po31 j vvb p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt av vvn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 227
2591 hee shall thereby but giue encouragement to the Raysers, and hee must looke to answer for it one day, he shall thereby but give encouragement to the Raisers, and he must look to answer for it one day, pns31 vmb av cc-acp vvb n1 p-acp dt ng1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 crd n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 227
2592 as the Receiuer of a false Report. as the Receiver of a false Report. c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 227
2593 Thirdly, since that Iustice which especially supporteth the Common-weale, consisteth in nothing more, than in the right distribution of rewards and punishments : Thirdly, since that justice which especially supporteth the Commonweal, Consisteth in nothing more, than in the right distribution of rewards and punishments: ord, c-acp d ng1 r-crq av-j vvz dt n1, vvz p-acp pix av-dc, cs p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvz cc n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 227
2594 many Law-giuers haue beene carefull, by proposing rewards, to encourage men to giue in true and needfull informations, many Lawgivers have been careful, by proposing rewards, to encourage men to give in true and needful informations, d n2 vhb vbn j, p-acp vvg n2, pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 227
2595 and on the contrary to suppresse those that are false or idle by proposing punishments. For the informers office, and on the contrary to suppress those that Are false or idle by proposing punishments. For the informers office, cc p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi d cst vbr j cc j p-acp vvg n2. p-acp dt n2 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 227
2596 though it bee (as wee heard) a necessary, yet it is in truth a very thanklesse office: though it be (as we herd) a necessary, yet it is in truth a very thankless office: cs pn31 vbb (c-acp pns12 vvd) dt j, av pn31 vbz p-acp n1 dt j j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 227
2597 and men would be loath, without speciall grieuance, to vndergoe the hatred and e•uy, which commonly attendeth such as are officious that way; and men would be loath, without special grievance, to undergo the hatred and e•uy, which commonly attends such as Are officious that Way; cc n2 vmd vbi j, p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc vvb, r-crq av-j vvz d c-acp vbr j cst n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 227
2598 vnlesse there were some profit mixt withall to sweeten that hatred, & to counteruaile that enuy. For which cause in most Penall Statutes, a moi•y, or a third, or fourth (which was the vsuall proportion in Rome, whence the name of quadruplatores came) or some other greater or lesser part of the fi•e, penalty, or forfeiture expressed in the Law, is by the said Law allowed to the Informer, by way of recompence for the seruice hee hath done the State by his information. unless there were Some profit mixed withal to sweeten that hatred, & to countervail that envy. For which cause in most Penal Statutes, a moi•y, or a third, or fourth (which was the usual proportion in Room, whence the name of quadruplatores Come) or Some other greater or lesser part of the fi•e, penalty, or forfeiture expressed in the Law, is by the said Law allowed to the Informer, by Way of recompense for the service he hath done the State by his information. cs pc-acp vbdr d n1 vvn av pc-acp vvi d n1, cc pc-acp vvi d vvb. p-acp r-crq n1 p-acp ds j n2, dt n1, cc dt ord, cc ord (r-crq vbds dt j n1 p-acp vvi, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vvd) cc d n-jn jc cc jc n1 pp-f dt n1, n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz p-acp dt j-vvn n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz vdn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 228
2599 And if hee bee faithfull and conscionable in his office, good reason hee should haue it. And if he be faithful and conscionable in his office, good reason he should have it. cc cs pns31 vbb j cc j p-acp po31 n1, j n1 pns31 vmd vhi pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 228
2600 For hee that hath an Office in any Lawfull calling (and the Informers calling is such; For he that hath an Office in any Lawful calling (and the Informers calling is such; p-acp pns31 cst vhz dt n1 p-acp d j vvg (cc dt n2 vvg vbz d; (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 228
2601 howsoeuer through the iniquity of those that haue vsually exercised it, it hath long laboured of an ill name:) but hee that hath such an office; howsoever through the iniquity of those that have usually exercised it, it hath long laboured of an ill name:) but he that hath such an office; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vhb av-j vvn pn31, pn31 vhz av-j vvn pp-f dt j-jn n1:) cc-acp pns31 cst vhz d dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 228
2602 as it is meet hee should attend it, so it is meet it should maintaine him: as it is meet he should attend it, so it is meet it should maintain him: c-acp pn31 vbz j pns31 vmd vvi pn31, av pn31 vbz j pn31 vmd vvi pno31: (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 228
2603 for who goeth to warrefare at any time of his owne cost? But if such an Informer shall endite one man for an offence, pretending it to bee done to the great hurt of the Common-weale, for who Goes to warfare At any time of his own cost? But if such an Informer shall endite one man for an offence, pretending it to be done to the great hurt of the Commonweal, c-acp r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 d n1? cc-acp cs d dt n1 vmb vvi crd n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg pn31 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 228
2604 and yet for fauour, feare, or a fee b•lke another man whom he knoweth to haue committed the same offence, or a greater; and yet for favour, Fear, or a fee b•lke Another man whom he Knoweth to have committed the same offence, or a greater; cc av p-acp n1, vvb, cc dt n1 vvb j-jn n1 ro-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi vvn dt d n1, cc dt jc; (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 228
2605 or if hauing entred his complaint in the open Court, he shall afterwards let the suite fall, or if having entered his complaint in the open Court, he shall afterwards let the suit fallen, cc cs vhg vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmb av vvi dt n1 vvb, (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 228
2606 and take vp the matter in a priuate chamber: this is Collusion; and so farre forth a false report, as euery thing may bee called false when it is partiall, and should be entire. and take up the matter in a private chamber: this is Collusion; and so Far forth a false report, as every thing may be called false when it is partial, and should be entire. cc vvb a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1: d vbz n1; cc av av-j av dt j n1, p-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvn j c-crq pn31 vbz j, cc vmd vbi j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 228
2607 And the Magistrate, if hee haue power to chastice such an Informer some semblance whereof there was in that Iudicium ▪ Praeuari••tionis in Rome, hee shall doe the Common-wealth good seruice, And the Magistrate, if he have power to chastise such an Informer Some semblance whereof there was in that Iudicium ▪ Praeuari••tionis in Rome, he shall do the Commonwealth good service, cc dt n1, cs pns31 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1 d n1 c-crq pc-acp vbds p-acp cst fw-la ▪ fw-la p-acp np1, pns31 vmb vdi dt n1 j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 229
2608 and himselfe much honour, now and then to vse it. Fourthly, since nothing is so powerfull to represse audacious Accusers, as seuere Punishment is; and himself much honour, now and then to use it. Fourthly, since nothing is so powerful to repress audacious Accusers, as severe Punishment is; cc px31 av-d n1, av cc av pc-acp vvi pn31. ord, p-acp pix vbz av j pc-acp vvi j n2, p-acp j n1 vbz; (11) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 229
2609 it is obseruable what care and caution was vsed among the Romanes whilst that State flourished, to deterre men from vniust Calumniations. it is observable what care and caution was used among the Romans while that State flourished, to deter men from unjust Calumniations. pn31 vbz j r-crq n1 cc n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt njp2 cs d n1 vvd, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 229
2610 In priuate and ciuill Controuersies, for triall of right betweene party and party, they had their sponsiones: which was a summe of money in some proportionable rate to the value of the thing in Question; In private and civil Controversies, for trial of right between party and party, they had their Sponsiones: which was a sum of money in Some proportionable rate to the valve of the thing in Question; p-acp j cc j n2, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1, pns32 vhd po32 n2: r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 229
2611 which the Plaintiffe entred bond to pay to the Defendant in case hee should not be able to proue his Action ; which the Plaintiff entered bound to pay to the Defendant in case he should not be able to prove his Actium; r-crq dt n1 vvd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pns31 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 229
2612 the Defendant also making the like sponsion and entring the like bond, in case he should be cast. the Defendant also making the like sponsion and entering the like bound, in case he should be cast. dt n1 av vvg dt j n1 cc vvg dt j n1, p-acp n1 pns31 vmd vbi vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 229
2613 But in publicke and criminall matters, whether Capitall or Penall, if for want of due proofe on the Accusers part, the party accused were quit in iudgement; But in public and criminal matters, whither Capital or Penal, if for want of due proof on the Accusers part, the party accused were quit in judgement; p-acp p-acp j cc j-jn n2, cs j cc j, cs p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 vvb, dt n1 vvn vbdr vvn p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 229
2614 there went a triall vpon the Accuser, at the suite of the Accusee, which they called Iudicium Calumniae: wherein they examined the originall ground and foundation of the Accusation. there went a trial upon the Accuser, At the suit of the Accuse, which they called Iudicium Calumniae: wherein they examined the original ground and Foundation of the Accusation. a-acp vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvb, r-crq pns32 vvd fw-la fw-la: c-crq pns32 vvd dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 229
2615 Which if it appeared to haue proceeded from some iust errour or mistake bona fide, it excused him: Which if it appeared to have proceeded from Some just error or mistake Bona fide, it excused him: r-crq cs pn31 vvd pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d j n1 cc n1 fw-la fw-la, pn31 vvd pno31: (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 229
2616 but if it should appeare the accusation to haue proceeded from some left-handed respect, as Malice, Enuy, Gaine, &c. hee was then condemned of Calumny. And his ordinary punishment then was, whereunto he had virtually bound himselfe by subscribing his libell, Poena talionis, the same kinde of punishment whatsoeuer it was, which by the Lawes had been due to the party accused, but if it should appear the accusation to have proceeded from Some Left-handed respect, as Malice, Envy, Gain, etc. he was then condemned of Calumny. And his ordinary punishment then was, whereunto he had virtually bound himself by subscribing his libel, Poena Talionis, the same kind of punishment whatsoever it was, which by the Laws had been due to the party accused, cc-acp cs pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d j n1, c-acp n1, n1, n1, av pns31 vbds av vvn pp-f n1. cc po31 j n1 av vbds, c-crq pns31 vhd av-j vvn px31 p-acp vvg po31 n1, fw-la fw-la, dt d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pn31 vbds, r-crq p-acp dt n2 vhd vbn j-jn p-acp dt n1 vvd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 229
2617 if the libell had bin proued against him. if the libel had been proved against him. cs dt n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2618 Yea and for his farther shame it was prouided by one Law, that hee should bee burnt in the forehead with the Letter K. to proclaime him a Calumniator to the world; Yea and for his farther shame it was provided by one Law, that he should be burned in the forehead with the letter K. to proclaim him a Calumniator to the world; uh cc p-acp po31 jc n1 pn31 vbds vvn p-acp crd n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2619 that, in old Orthography, being the first letter of the word Kalumnia. The same letter would serue, the turne very well with vs also, that, in old Orthography, being the First Letter of the word Calumny. The same Letter would serve, the turn very well with us also, cst, p-acp j n1, vbg dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. dt d n1 vmd vvi, dt n1 av av p-acp pno12 av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2620 though we vse it to signifi• another thing; though we use it to signifi• Another thing; cs pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp n1 j-jn n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2621 and yet not so much another thing, as a thing more generall, but comprehending this as one species of it. and yet not so much Another thing, as a thing more general, but comprehending this as one species of it. cc av xx av av-d j-jn n1, c-acp dt n1 av-dc j, cc-acp vvg d p-acp crd n2 pp-f pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2622 But as I said, I may not prescribe; especially beyond Law. The thing for which I mention all this, is this: But as I said, I may not prescribe; especially beyond Law. The thing for which I mention all this, is this: cc-acp c-acp pns11 vvd, pns11 vmb xx vvi; av-j p-acp n1. dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb d d, vbz d: (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2623 If all that care and seueritie in them, could not preuent it, but that still vniust actions would bee brought, and false acc•sations raised: If all that care and severity in them, could not prevent it, but that still unjust actions would be brought, and false acc•sations raised: cs d cst vvb cc n1 p-acp pno32, vmd xx vvi pn31, cc-acp cst j j n2 vmd vbi vvn, cc j n2 vvn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2624 what a world of vnconscionable suites and wrongfull informations may we thinke there would be; what a world of unconscionable suits and wrongful informations may we think there would be; r-crq dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc j n2 vmb pns12 vvb a-acp vmd vbi; (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2625 if contentious Plaintiffes and calumnious Sycophants when they haue failed their proofe, should yet get off easily; if contentious Plaintiffs and calumnious sycophants when they have failed their proof, should yet get off Easily; cs j n2 cc j n2 c-crq pns32 vhb vvn po32 n1, vmd av vvi a-acp av-j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2626 and escape out of the Courts without Censure or Punishment, or at the most but with some light checke? and the poor iniured innocent the while bee held-in as in a prison, till hee haue paied the vtmost farthing, I say not of what is due, and escape out of the Courts without Censure or Punishment, or At the most but with Some Light check? and the poor injured innocent the while be held-in as in a prison, till he have paid the utmost farthing, I say not of what is due, cc vvb av pp-f dt n2 p-acp vvb cc n1, cc p-acp dt av-ds p-acp p-acp d j vvi? cc dt j j-vvn j-jn dt n1 vbb j c-acp p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhb vvn dt j n1, pns11 vvb xx pp-f r-crq vbz j-jn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2627 but of what shall be demanded by euery man that hath but a piece of an office about the Courts. but of what shall be demanded by every man that hath but a piece of an office about the Courts. cc-acp pp-f r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 cst vhz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2628 It is a strong hartening to Accusers, and multiplieth false report, beyond beliefe; It is a strong heartening to Accusers, and multiplieth false report, beyond belief; pn31 vbz dt j vvg p-acp n2, cc vvz j n1, p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2629 when they that are wrongfully accused, though the cause goe with them, shall yet haue the worst of the day: when they that Are wrongfully accused, though the cause go with them, shall yet have the worst of the day: c-crq pns32 cst vbr av-j vvn, cs dt n1 vvb p-acp pno32, vmb av vhi dt js pp-f dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 230
2630 and shall haue cause to answer the congratulations of their friends, as Pyrrhus did his after he had gotten two famous victories ouer the Romanes, that if they should get a few more such victories, it would be to their vtter vndoing. If the Magistrate had power to make the wronged party full restitution, allowing him all costs and damages to a halfe peny; and shall have cause to answer the congratulations of their Friends, as Phyrrhus did his After he had got two famous victories over the Romans, that if they should get a few more such victories, it would be to their utter undoing. If the Magistrate had power to make the wronged party full restitution, allowing him all costs and damages to a half penny; cc vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, c-acp np1 vdd po31 p-acp pns31 vhd vvn crd j n2 p-acp dt njp2, cst cs pns32 vmd vvi dt d dc d n2, pn31 vmd vbi p-acp po32 j vvg. cs dt n1 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 j n1, vvg pno31 d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 231
2631 nay if hee had power to allow him double or treble out of his vniust aduersaries estate: nay if he had power to allow him double or triple out of his unjust Adversaries estate: uh-x cs pns31 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 j-jn cc j av pp-f po31 j ng1 n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 231
2632 it were all little enough, and but too little. Zacheus tooke himselfe bound to doe more: it were all little enough, and but too little. Zacchaeus took himself bound to do more: pn31 vbdr d j av-d, cc p-acp av j. np1 vvd px31 vvn pc-acp vdi dc: (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 231
2633 when for this very sinne of false accusation hee imposed vpon himselfe, as a kinde of satisfactory penance, a fourefold restitution, Luke 19. Here was a right Quadruplator indeed; and in the best sense: when for this very sin of false accusation he imposed upon himself, as a kind of satisfactory penance, a fourfold restitution, Lycia 19. Here was a right Quadruplator indeed; and in the best sense: c-crq p-acp d j n1 pp-f j n1 pns31 vvn p-acp px31, c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, dt j n1, av crd av vbds dt j-jn n1 av; cc p-acp dt js n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 231
2634 you shall not lightly reade of such another. Lastly, men haue not fenestrata pectora, that we can see them throughly and within: you shall not lightly read of such Another. Lastly, men have not fenestrata pectora, that we can see them thoroughly and within: pn22 vmb xx av-j vvi pp-f d j-jn. ord, n2 vhb xx fw-la fw-la, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno32 av-j cc a-acp: (11) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 231
2635 yet there want not meanes of probable discouery. yet there want not means of probable discovery. av pc-acp vvi xx n2 pp-f j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 231
2636 Of ordinary priuate men we make coniecture, by their gestures, by their speeches, by their companions. But Magistrates and great ones, who liue more in the eye of the world, Of ordinary private men we make conjecture, by their gestures, by their Speeches, by their Sodales. But Magistrates and great ones, who live more in the eye of the world, pp-f j j n2 pns12 vvb n1, p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n2. p-acp n2 cc j pi2, q-crq vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 231
2637 and are euer as it were vpon the stage, and so doe personati incedere, walke vnder a continuall disguise in respect of their outward deportment; and Are ever as it were upon the stage, and so do personati incedere, walk under a continual disguise in respect of their outward deportment; cc vbr av p-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1, cc av vdb fw-la fw-la, vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 231
2638 are not so well discouerable by those meanes. Are not so well discoverable by those means. vbr xx av av j p-acp d n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 231
2639 They are best knowne by their seruants and retinue, by their fauourites and officers, by those they keepe about them, or employ vnder them. They Are best known by their Servants and retinue, by their favourites and Officers, by those they keep about them, or employ under them. pns32 vbr js vvn p-acp po32 n2 cc n1, p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, p-acp d pns32 vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvb p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 231
2640 If these bee plaine and downeright, if these bee iust and vpright, if these bee free and conscionable: If these be plain and downright, if these be just and upright, if these be free and conscionable: cs d vbb j cc j, cs d vbb j cc av-j, cs d vbb j cc j: (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 231
2641 Sycophants will plucke in their hornes, and be out of heart and hope to finde the Masters of such seruants facill to giue way to their false calumniations. sycophants will pluck in their horns, and be out of heart and hope to find the Masters of such Servants facill to give Way to their false calumniations. n2 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc vbb av pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d n2 j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po32 j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 231
2642 But if these bee insolent and hungry companions, if these bee impudent and shamelesse exactors: it is presently thought they are then but brokers for the Master; But if these be insolent and hungry Sodales, if these be impudent and shameless exactors: it is presently Thought they Are then but brokers for the Master; p-acp cs d vbb j cc j n2, cs d vbb j cc j n2: pn31 vbz av-j vvd pns32 vbr av p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 232
2643 and there is no question then made, but that false reports will bee receiued as fast as they can bee raised, and entertained with both armes. and there is no question then made, but that false reports will be received as fast as they can be raised, and entertained with both arms. cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 av vvn, cc-acp d j n2 vmb vbi vvn c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp d n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 232
2644 Wee haue learned from Salomon, Prou. 29. that if a ruler hearken to lies, then all his seruants are wicked: we have learned from Solomon, Prou. 29. that if a ruler harken to lies, then all his Servants Are wicked: pns12 vhb vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd d cs dt n1 vvi p-acp n2, av d po31 n2 vbr j: (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 232
2645 They durst not be so openly wicked, if they were not first sure of him. They durst not be so openly wicked, if they were not First sure of him. pns32 vvd xx vbi av av-j j, cs pns32 vbdr xx ord j pp-f pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 232
2646 It was but a sory one, when it was at best, but is now withall growne a stale excuse; It was but a sorry one, when it was At best, but is now withal grown a stale excuse; pn31 vbds p-acp dt j crd, c-crq pn31 vbds p-acp js, cc-acp vbz av av vvn dt j vvi; (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 232
2647 for great ones to impute their owne wilfull ouersights to the fault or negligence of their seruants. Caius Verres, (whom I cannot but now and then mention, for great ones to impute their own wilful oversights to the fault or negligence of their Servants. Caius Verres, (whom I cannot but now and then mention, p-acp j pi2 pc-acp vvi po32 d j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2. np1 np1, (r-crq pns11 vmbx p-acp av cc av n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 232
2648 because there is scarce to be found such another compleate Exemplar of a wicked Magistrate;) would vsually complaine, that he was vniustly oppressed, not with his owne, but with the crimes of his followers. But why then did hee keepe such a kennell of sharkes about him? why did he not either speedily reforme them or vtterly discard them? It were indeed an vnrighteous thing to condemne the Master for the seruants fault; Because there is scarce to be found such Another complete Exemplar of a wicked Magistrate;) would usually complain, that he was unjustly oppressed, not with his own, but with the crimes of his followers. But why then did he keep such a kennel of sharks about him? why did he not either speedily reform them or utterly discard them? It were indeed an unrighteous thing to condemn the Master for the Servants fault; c-acp pc-acp vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn d j-jn j n1 pp-f dt j n1;) vmd av-j vvi, cst pns31 vbds av-j vvn, xx p-acp po31 d, p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2. cc-acp q-crq av vdd pns31 vvi d dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno31? q-crq vdd pns31 xx av-d av-j vvi pno32 cc av-j vvb pno32? pn31 vbdr av dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 232
2649 and an vncharitable inference, because the seruant is naught, to conclude straight the Master is little better. and an uncharitable Inference, Because the servant is nought, to conclude straight the Master is little better. cc dt j n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz pix, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 vbz av-j av-jc. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 232
2650 For a iust Master may haue an vnconscionable seruant ; For a just Master may have an unconscionable servant; p-acp dt j n1 vmb vhi dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 232
2651 and if he haue a numerous Family, and keepe many, it is a rare thing if he haue not some bad: as in a great heard there will be some rascall Deene. But then it is but one or a few ; and if he have a numerous Family, and keep many, it is a rare thing if he have not Some bad: as in a great herd there will be Some rascal Deene. But then it is but one or a few; cc cs pns31 vhb dt j n1, cc vvi d, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cs pns31 vhb xx d j: a-acp p-acp dt j vvn a-acp vmb vbi d n1 np1. p-acp av pn31 vbz p-acp crd cc dt d; (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 232
2652 and they play their prises closely, without their Masters priuitie; and they play their prizes closely, without their Masters privity; cc pns32 vvb po32 n2 av-j, p-acp po32 ng1 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 232
2653 and they are not a little sollicitous to carry matters so fairely outward, that their Master shall be the last man shall heare of their false dealing, and they Are not a little solicitous to carry matters so fairly outward, that their Master shall be the last man shall hear of their false dealing, cc pns32 vbr xx dt j j pc-acp vvi n2 av av-j j, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi dt ord n1 vmb vvi pp-f po32 j n-vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2654 and when hee heareth of it shall scarce beleeue it for the good opinion he hath of them. and when he hears of it shall scarce believe it for the good opinion he hath of them. cc c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f pn31 vmb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vhz pp-f pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2655 But when in the generality they are such, when they are openly & impudently such, when euery body seeth and saieth the Master cannot chuse but know they are such: But when in the generality they Are such, when they Are openly & impudently such, when every body sees and Saith the Master cannot choose but know they Are such: p-acp c-crq p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbr d, c-crq pns32 vbr av-j cc av-j d, c-crq d n1 vvz cc vvz dt vvb vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb pns32 vbr d: (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2656 it cannot bee thought, but the Master is well enough content they should be such. it cannot be Thought, but the Master is well enough content they should be such. pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp dt n1 vbz av av-d vvi pns32 vmd vbi d. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2657 Euen their seruants bare rule ouer the people, saith good Nehemiah of the Gouernours that were before him: Even their Servants bore Rule over the people, Says good Nehemiah of the Governors that were before him: av po32 n2 j n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz j np1 pp-f dt n2 cst vbdr p-acp pno31: (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2658 but so did not I, because of the feare of God. but so did not I, Because of the Fear of God. p-acp av vdd xx pns11, c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2659 Nehem. 5. What? did not Nehemiah beare rule ouer the people? Yes that he did: there is nothing surer. His meaning then must be; so did not I ; Nehemiah 5. What? did not Nehemiah bear Rule over the people? Yes that he did: there is nothing Surer. His meaning then must be; so did not I; np1 crd q-crq? vdd xx np1 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1? uh cst pns31 vdd: a-acp vbz pix jc. po31 n1 av vmb vbi; av vdd xx pns11; (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2660 that is, I did not suffer my seruants so to doe as they did theirs: that is, I did not suffer my Servants so to do as they did theirs: d vbz, pns11 vdd xx vvi po11 n2 av pc-acp vdi c-acp pns32 vdd png32: (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2661 implying, that, when the seruants of the former gouernours oppressed the people, it was their Masters doing, at leastwise their Masters suffering; [ Euen their seruants bare rule ouer the People: implying, that, when the Servants of the former Governors oppressed the people, it was their Masters doing, At leastwise their Masters suffering; [ Even their Servants bore Rule over the People: vvg, cst, c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt j ng1 vvn dt n1, pn31 vbds po32 ng1 vdg, p-acp av po32 n2 vvg; [ av po32 n2 j n1 p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2662 but so did not I, because of the feare of God. but so did not I, Because of the Fear of God. cc-acp av vdd xx pns11, c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2663 ] The Magistrate therfore that would speedily smoake away these g•ats that swarme about the Courts of Iustice, ] The Magistrate Therefore that would speedily smoke away these g•ats that swarm about the Courts of justice, ] dt n1 av cst vmd av-j n1 av d vvz cst vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2664 and wilbe offering at his eare, to buzze false reports therinto: he shall do well to begin his reformation at home; and will offering At his ear, to buzz false reports thereinto: he shall do well to begin his Reformation At home; cc vmb|vbi n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvb j n2 av: pns31 vmb vdi av pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1-an; (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2665 and if hee haue a seruant that heareth not well deseruedly, to packe him away out of hand, and if he have a servant that hears not well deservedly, to pack him away out of hand, cc cs pns31 vhb dt n1 cst vvz xx av av-vvn, pc-acp vvi pno31 av av pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2666 and to get an honester in his roome. and to get an Honester in his room. cc pc-acp vvi dt jc p-acp po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2667 Say he bee of neuer so seruiceable qualities, and vsefull abilities otherwise, so as the Master might almost as well spare his right eye or his right hand, as forgoe his seruice: Say he be of never so serviceable qualities, and useful abilities otherwise, so as the Master might almost as well spare his right eye or his right hand, as forgo his service: n1 pns31 vbb pp-f av-x av j n2, cc j n2 av, av c-acp dt n1 vmd av c-acp av vvi po31 j-jn n1 cc po31 j-jn n1, p-acp vvi po31 n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 233
2668 yet in this case hee must not spare him. Our Sauiours speech is peremptory Erue, Abscinde, Projice ; yet in this case he must not spare him. Our Saviour's speech is peremptory Rescue, Abscind, Projice; av p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31. po12 ng1 n1 vbz j vvb, n1, j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 234
2669 if either eye or hand cause or tempt thee to offend, pull out that eye, cut off that hand, cast them both from thee with indignation? rather want both, than suffer corruption in either. if either eye or hand cause or tempt thee to offend, pull out that eye, Cut off that hand, cast them both from thee with Indignation? rather want both, than suffer corruption in either. cs d vvb cc n1 n1 cc vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi, vvb av cst n1, vvb a-acp cst n1, vvd pno32 av-d p-acp pno21 p-acp n1? av-c vvb d, cs vvi n1 p-acp d. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 234
2670 Dauids resolution was excellent in Psalme 101. and worthy thy imitation. Who so priuily slaundereth his neighbour, him will I destroy: David resolution was excellent in Psalm 101. and worthy thy imitation. Who so privily Slandereth his neighbour, him will I destroy: npg1 n1 vbds j p-acp n1 crd cc j-jn po21 n1. r-crq av av-j vvz po31 n1, pno31 vmb pns11 vvi: (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 234
2671 who so hath a proud looke, and high stomacke, I will not suffer him. who so hath a proud look, and high stomach, I will not suffer him. r-crq av vhz dt j n1, cc j n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 234
2672 Mine eyes looke to such as be faithfull in the Land, that they may dwell with mee: Mine eyes look to such as be faithful in the Land, that they may dwell with me: dt n2 vvb p-acp d c-acp vbb j p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno11: (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 234
2673 who so leadeth a godly life hee shall bee my seruant. There shall no deceitfull person dwell in my house: who so leads a godly life he shall be my servant. There shall no deceitful person dwell in my house: r-crq av vvz dt j n1 pns31 vmb vbi po11 n1. pc-acp vmb dx j n1 vvi p-acp po11 n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 234
2674 hee that telleth lies shall not tarry in my sight. he that Telleth lies shall not tarry in my sighed. pns31 cst vvz n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp po11 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 234
2675 Hee that will thus resolue, and thus doe, it may bee presumed hee will not knowingly giue either way to a false report, or countenance to the reporter. And so much for our first Rule; He that will thus resolve, and thus do, it may be presumed he will not knowingly give either Way to a false report, or countenance to the reporter. And so much for our First Rule; pns31 cst vmb av vvi, cc av vdb, pn31 vmb vbi vvn pns31 vmb xx av-vvg vvi d n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1. cc av av-d c-acp po12 ord vvi; (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 234
2676 Thou shalt not raise a false Report. Thou shalt not raise a false Report. pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 234
2677 My first purpose I confesse was to haue spoken also to the Witnesse, and to the Iurer, and to the Pleader, and to the Officer from the other foure Rules in my Text, My First purpose I confess was to have spoken also to the Witness, and to the Juror, and to the Pleader, and to the Officer from the other foure Rules in my Text, po11 ord n1 pns11 vvb vbds pc-acp vhi vvn av p-acp dt vvb, cc p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn crd n2 p-acp po11 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 234
2678 as punctually & particularly as to the Accuser from this first; as punctually & particularly as to the Accuser from this First; c-acp av-j cc av-j c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp d ord; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 234
2679 for I therefore made choyce of a Text that taketh them all in, that I might speake to them all alike. for I Therefore made choice of a Text that Takes them all in, that I might speak to them all alike. c-acp pns11 av vvd n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz pno32 d p-acp, cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 d av. (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 234
2680 But if I should enlarge my selfe vpon the rest, as I haue done in this; But if I should enlarge my self upon the rest, as I have done in this; p-acp cs pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vdn p-acp d; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 234
2681 my meditations would swell to the proportion rather of a Treatise, than a Sermon: and what patience were able to sit them out? Therefore I must not doe it. my meditations would swell to the proportion rather of a Treatise, than a Sermon: and what patience were able to fit them out? Therefore I must not do it. po11 n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 av-c pp-f dt n1, cs dt n1: cc r-crq n1 vbdr j pc-acp vvi pno32 av? av pns11 vmb xx vdi pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 234
2682 And indeed, if what I haue spoken to this first point were duly considered, and conscionably practised; And indeed, if what I have spoken to this First point were duly considered, and Conscionably practised; cc av, cs r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d ord n1 vbdr av-jn vvn, cc av-j vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2683 I should the lesse need to doe it. I should the less need to do it. pns11 vmd dt av-dc n1 pc-acp vdi pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2684 For it is the Accuser that layeth the first stone: the rest doe but build vpon his foundation. And if there were no false reports raised or receiued: there would be the lesse vse of, For it is the Accuser that Layeth the First stone: the rest do but built upon his Foundation. And if there were no false reports raised or received: there would be the less use of, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt ord n1: dt n1 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1. cc cs pc-acp vbdr dx j vvz vvn cc vvn: a-acp vmd vbi dt av-dc n1 pp-f, (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2685 and the lesse worke for, false and suborned Witnesses ; ignorant, or packt Iuries ; crafty and sly Pleaders ; and the less work for, false and suborned Witnesses; ignorant, or packed Juries; crafty and sly Pleaders; cc dt av-dc n1 p-acp, j cc j-vvn n2; j, cc vvd n2; j cc j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2686 cogging and extorting Officers. But vnto these I haue no more to say at this time; cogging and extorting Officers. But unto these I have no more to say At this time; j-vvg cc vvg n2. cc-acp p-acp d pns11 vhb dx av-dc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2687 but only to desire each of them to lay that portion of my Text to their hearts, which in the first diuision was allotted them as their proper share: but only to desire each of them to lay that portion of my Text to their hearts, which in the First division was allotted them as their proper share: cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi d pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq p-acp dt ord n1 vbds vvn pno32 p-acp po32 j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2688 and withall to make application ( mutatis mutandis) vnto themselues, of whatsoeuer hath beene presently spoken to the Accuser, and to the Magistrate from this first rule. and withal to make application (mutatis mutandis) unto themselves, of whatsoever hath been presently spoken to the Accuser, and to the Magistrate from this First Rule. cc av pc-acp vvi n1 (fw-la vvz) p-acp px32, pp-f r-crq vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp d ord n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2689 Whereof, (for the better furtherance of their Application, and reliefe of all our Memories) the summe in briefe, is thus. Whereof, (for the better furtherance of their Application, and relief of all our Memories) the sum in brief, is thus. c-crq, (c-acp dt jc n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc n1 pp-f d po12 n2) dt n1 p-acp j, vbz av. (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2690 First concerning the Accuser, (and that is euery party in a cause or tryall,) he must take heed hee doe not raise a false report: which is done, first, by forging a meere vntruth; First Concerning the Accuser, (and that is every party in a cause or trial,) he must take heed he do not raise a false report: which is done, First, by forging a mere untruth; ord vvg dt n1, (cc d vbz d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1,) pns31 vmb vvi n1 pns31 vdb xx vvi dt j n1: r-crq vbz vdn, ord, p-acp vvg dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2691 and secondly, by peruerting or aggrauating a truth; and thirdly, by taking aduantage of strict Law against Equity. and secondly, by perverting or aggravating a truth; and Thirdly, by taking advantage of strict Law against Equity. cc ord, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1; cc ord, p-acp vvg n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2692 Any of which who euer doth; Any of which who ever does; d pp-f r-crq r-crq av vdz; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2693 hee first committeth a heynous sinne himselfe, and secondly grieuously wrongeth his neighbour, and thirdly bringeth a great deale of mischiefe to the Common-weale. he First Committeth a heinous sin himself, and secondly grievously wrongeth his neighbour, and Thirdly brings a great deal of mischief to the Commonweal. pns31 ord vvz dt j n1 px31, cc ord av-j vvz po31 n1, cc ord vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2694 All which euils are best auoyded: All which evils Are best avoided: av-d r-crq n2-jn vbr js vvn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 235
2695 first, by considering how wee would others should deale with vs, and resoluing so to deale with them, First, by considering how we would Others should deal with us, and resolving so to deal with them, ord, p-acp vvg c-crq pns12 vmd ng2-jn vmd vvi p-acp pno12, cc vvg av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 236
2696 and secondly by auoyding, as all other inducements and occasions, so especially those foure things, which ordinarily engage men in vniust quarrels; and secondly by avoiding, as all other inducements and occasions, so especially those foure things, which ordinarily engage men in unjust quarrels; cc ord p-acp vvg, c-acp d j-jn n2 cc n2, av av-j d crd n2, r-crq av-j vvb n2 p-acp j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 236
2697 Malice, Obsequiousnesse, Couerture, and Greedinesse. Next, concerning the Iudge, or Magistrate ; Malice, Obsequiousness, Coverture, and Greediness. Next, Concerning the Judge, or Magistrate; n1, n1, n1, cc n1. ord, vvg dt n1, cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 236
2698 hee must take heed hee doe not receiue a false report. Which he shall hardly auoide, he must take heed he do not receive a false report. Which he shall hardly avoid, pns31 vmb vvi n1 pns31 vdb xx vvi dt j n1. r-crq pns31 vmb av vvi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 236
2699 vnlesse he beware, first, of taking priuate informations; secondly, of passing ouer causes slightly without mature disquisition; unless he beware, First, of taking private informations; secondly, of passing over Causes slightly without mature disquisition; cs pns31 vvb, ord, pp-f vvg j n2; ord, pp-f vvg p-acp n2 av-j p-acp j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 236
2700 and thirdly of countenancing Accusers more than is meet. and Thirdly of countenancing Accusers more than is meet. cc ord pp-f vvg n2 av-dc cs vbz j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 236
2701 For whose discountenancing and deterring, hee may consider, whether or no these fiue may not be good helpes: For whose discountenancing and deterring, he may Consider, whither or not these fiue may not be good helps: p-acp rg-crq vvg cc vvg, pns31 vmb vvi, cs cc xx d crd vmb xx vbi j n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 236
2702 so farre as it lyeth in his power, and the Lawes will permit, first, to reiect informations tendred without Oath; so Far as it lies in his power, and the Laws will permit, First, to reject informations tendered without Oath; av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n2 vmb vvi, ord, pc-acp vvi n2 vvn p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 236
2703 secondly, to giue such interpretations, as may stand with Equity as well as Law; thirdly, to chastice Informers that vse partiality or collusion; secondly, to give such interpretations, as may stand with Equity as well as Law; Thirdly, to chastise Informers that use partiality or collusion; ord, pc-acp vvi d n2, c-acp vmb vvi p-acp n1 c-acp av c-acp n1; ord, pc-acp vvi n2 cst vvb n1 cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 236
2704 fourthly, to allow the wronged party a liberall satisfaction from his aduersary; fifthly, to carry a sharpe eye, and a straite hand, ouer his owne seruants, followers, and officers. fourthly, to allow the wronged party a liberal satisfaction from his adversary; fifthly, to carry a sharp eye, and a strait hand, over his own Servants, followers, and Officers. j, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1; ord, pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc dt j n1, p-acp po31 d n2, n2, cc n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 236
2705 Now what remaineth, but that the seuerall premises earnestly recommended to the godly consideration, and conscionable practice of euery one of you whom they may concerne; Now what remains, but that the several premises earnestly recommended to the godly consideration, and conscionable practice of every one of you whom they may concern; av q-crq vvz, cc-acp cst dt j n2 av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f d crd pp-f pn22 r-crq pns32 vmb vvi; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 236
2706 and all your persons and affaires both in the present waighty businesses, and euer hereafter, to the good guidance and prouidence of Almighty God: and all your Persons and affairs both in the present weighty businesses, and ever hereafter, to the good guidance and providence of Almighty God: cc d po22 n2 cc n2 av-d p-acp dt j j n2, cc av av, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn np1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 236
2707 wee should humbly beseech him of his gracious goodnesse to giue a blessing to that which hath beene spoken agreeably to his word, that it may bring forth in vs the fruites of Godlinesse, Charity, and Iustice ; we should humbly beseech him of his gracious Goodness to give a blessing to that which hath been spoken agreeably to his word, that it may bring forth in us the fruits of Godliness, Charity, and justice; pns12 vmd av-j vvi pno31 pp-f po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vhz vbn vvn av-j p-acp po31 n1, cst pn31 vmb vvi av p-acp pno12 dt n2 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 237
2708 to the glory of his grace, the good of our brethren, and the comfort of our owne soules; to the glory of his grace, the good of our brothers, and the Comfort of our own Souls; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt j pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 237
2709 euen for his blessed Sonnes sake, our blessed Sauiour Iesus Christ. To whom with, &c. even for his blessed Sons sake, our blessed Saviour Iesus christ. To whom with, etc. av p-acp po31 j-vvn ng1 n1, po12 j-vvn n1 np1 np1. p-acp ro-crq p-acp, av (11) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 237
2710 THE THIRD SERMON. PSALME 106.30. Then stood vp Phinehaez, and executed iudgement: and the plague was stayed. THE THIRD SERMON. PSALM 106.30. Then stood up Phinehaez, and executed judgement: and the plague was stayed. dt ord n1. n1 crd. av vvd a-acp np1, cc vvn n1: cc dt n1 vbds vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 238
2711 THe abridgement is short, which some haue made of the whole booke of Psalmes, but into two words, Hosannah, and Hallelujah: most of the Psalmes spending themselues, THe abridgement is short, which Some have made of the Whole book of Psalms, but into two words, Hosannah, and Hallelujah: most of the Psalms spending themselves, dt n1 vbz j, r-crq d vhb vvn pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp p-acp crd n2, np1, cc np1: av-ds pp-f dt n2 vvg px32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 238
2712 as in their proper arguments, either in Supplication, praying vnto God for his blessings, and that is Hosannah ; as in their proper Arguments, either in Supplication, praying unto God for his blessings, and that is Hosannah; c-acp p-acp po32 j n2, av-d p-acp n1, vvg p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, cc d vbz np1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 238
2713 or in Thanks-giuing, blessing God for his goodnesse, and that is Hallelujah. This Psalme is of the later sort. or in Thanksgiving, blessing God for his Goodness, and that is Hallelujah. This Psalm is of the later sort. cc p-acp j, n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc d vbz np1. d n1 vbz pp-f dt jc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 238
2714 The word Hallelujah, both prefixed in the title, and repeated in the close of it, sufficiently giueth it to bee a Psalme of Thanks-giuing: as are also the three next before it, and the next after it. The word Hallelujah, both prefixed in the title, and repeated in the close of it, sufficiently gives it to be a Psalm of Thanksgiving: as Are also the three next before it, and the next After it. dt n1 np1, d vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp dt av-j pp-f pn31, av-j vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j: c-acp vbr av dt crd ord p-acp pn31, cc dt ord c-acp pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 238
2715 All which fiue Psalmes together, as they agree in the same generall argument, the magnifying of Gods holy name: All which fiue Psalms together, as they agree in the same general argument, the magnifying of God's holy name: av-d r-crq crd n2 av, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt d j n1, dt vvg pp-f npg1 j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 238
2716 so they differ euery one from other in the choyce of those speciall and topicall arguments, whereby the praises of God are set forth therein. so they differ every one from other in the choice of those special and topical Arguments, whereby the praises of God Are Set forth therein. av pns32 vvb d pi p-acp n-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n2, c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn av av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 239
2717 In the rest the Psalmist draweth his argument from other considerations: In the rest the Psalmist draws his argument from other considerations: p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 239
2718 in this from the consideration of Gods mercifull remouall of those iudgements, hee had in his iust wrath brought vpon his owne people Israel for their sins, vpon their repentance. in this from the consideration of God's merciful removal of those Judgments, he had in his just wrath brought upon his own people Israel for their Sins, upon their Repentance. p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 pp-f d n2, pns31 vhd p-acp po31 j n1 vvn p-acp po31 d n1 np1 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 239
2719 For this purpose there are sundry instances giuen in the Psalme, taken out of the Histories of former times: For this purpose there Are sundry instances given in the Psalm, taken out of the Histories of former times: p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn av pp-f dt n2 pp-f j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 239
2720 out of which there is framed as it were a Catalogue, though not of all, out of which there is framed as it were a Catalogue, though not of all, av pp-f r-crq a-acp vbz vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1, c-acp xx pp-f d, (12) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 239
2721 yet of sundry the most famous rebellions of that people against their God, and of Gods both iustice and mercy abundantly manifested in his proceedings with them thereupon. yet of sundry the most famous rebellions of that people against their God, and of God's both Justice and mercy abundantly manifested in his proceedings with them thereupon. av pp-f j dt av-ds j n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc pp-f n2 d n1 cc n1 av-j vvn p-acp po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno32 av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 239
2722 In all which wee may obserue the passages betwixt God and them, in the ordinarie course of things, euer to haue stood in this order. In all which we may observe the passages betwixt God and them, in the ordinary course of things, ever to have stood in this order. p-acp d r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 p-acp np1 cc pno32, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, av pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 239
2723 First, hee preuenteth them with vndeserued fauours: they vnmindefull of his benefits, prouoke him by their rebellions: First, he preventeth them with undeserved favours: they unmindful of his benefits, provoke him by their rebellions: ord, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp j n2: pns32 j pp-f po31 n2, vvb pno31 p-acp po32 n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 239
2724 hee in his iust wrath chasticeth them with heauy plagues: they humbled vnder the rod, seeke to him for ease: he in his just wrath chasticeth them with heavy plagues: they humbled under the rod, seek to him for ease: pns31 p-acp po31 j n1 vvz pno32 p-acp j n2: pns32 vvn p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 239
2725 hee vpon their submission withdraweth his iudgements from them. The Psalmist hath wrapped all these fiue together in Vers. 43.44. Many times did hee deliuer them: he upon their submission withdraweth his Judgments from them. The Psalmist hath wrapped all these fiue together in Vers. 43.44. Many times did he deliver them: pns31 p-acp po32 n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp pno32. dt n1 vhz vvn d d crd av p-acp np1 crd. d n2 vdd pns31 vvi pno32: (12) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 239
2726 but they prouoked him with their counsells, and were brought low for their iniquitie: the three first. but they provoked him with their Counsels, and were brought low for their iniquity: the three First. cc-acp pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp po32 n2, cc vbdr vvn av-j p-acp po32 n1: dt crd ord. (12) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 239
2727 Neuerthelesse hee regarded their affliction, when hee heard their cry: the other two. The particular rebellions of the people in this Psalme instanced in, are many ; Nevertheless he regarded their affliction, when he herd their cry: the other two. The particular rebellions of the people in this Psalm instanced in, Are many; av pns31 vvd po32 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd po32 n1: dt j-jn crd. dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp, vbr d; (12) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 239
2728 some before, and some after the verse of my Text. For breuitie sake, those that are in the following verses I wholly omit: and but name the rest. Some before, and Some After the verse of my Text. For brevity sake, those that Are in the following Verses I wholly omit: and but name the rest. d p-acp, cc d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 np1 p-acp n1 n1, d cst vbr p-acp dt vvg n2 pns11 av-jn vvi: cc p-acp n1 dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 240
2729 Which are, their wretched infidelity and cowardise vpon the first approach of danger at the Red sea, verse 7. Their tempting of God in the desert, Which Are, their wretched infidelity and cowardice upon the First approach of danger At the Read sea, verse 7. Their tempting of God in the desert, r-crq vbr, po32 j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, n1 crd po32 vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 240
2730 when loathing Manna they lusted for flesh, verse 13. Their seditious conspiracy vnder Corah and his confederates against Moses, verse 16. Their grosse Idolatrie at Horeb in making and worshipping the golden calfe, verse 19. Their distrustfull murmuring at their portion, in thinking scorne of the promised pleasant land, vers. 24. Their fornicating both bodily with the daughters, when loathing Manna they lusted for Flesh, verse 13. Their seditious Conspiracy under Corah and his confederates against Moses, verse 16. Their gross Idolatry At Horeb in making and worshipping the golden calf, verse 19. Their distrustful murmuring At their portion, in thinking scorn of the promised pleasant land, vers. 24. Their fornicating both bodily with the daughters, c-crq vvg n1 pns32 vvd p-acp n1, n1 crd po32 j n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2 p-acp np1, n1 crd po32 j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvg cc vvg dt j n1, n1 crd po32 j j-vvg p-acp po32 n1, p-acp vvg n1 pp-f dt j-vvn j n1, fw-la. crd po32 vvg d j p-acp dt n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 240
2731 and spiritually with the Idols of Moab and of Midian, ver. 28. To the prosecution of which last mentioned story, the words of my Text do appertaine. and spiritually with the Idols of Moab and of Midian, ver. 28. To the prosecution of which last mentioned story, the words of my Text do appertain. cc av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc pp-f jp, fw-la. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq ord vvd n1, dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 vdb vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 240
2732 The origine story it selfe, whereto this part of the Psalme referreth, is written at full by Moses in Numb. 25. and here by Dauid but briefly touched, The origine story it self, whereto this part of the Psalm Refers, is written At full by Moses in Numb. 25. and Here by David but briefly touched, dt fw-la n1 fw-la n1, c-crq d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz, vbz vvn p-acp j p-acp np1 p-acp j. crd cc av p-acp np1 p-acp av-j vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 240
2733 as the present purpose and occasion led him. Yet so, as that the most obseruable passages of the History are here remembred: as the present purpose and occasion led him. Yet so, as that the most observable passages of the History Are Here remembered: c-acp dt j n1 cc n1 vvd pno31. av av, c-acp cst dt av-ds j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av vvn: (12) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 240
2734 in three verses three speciall things, The Sinne, the Plague, the Deliuerance. The Sinne, with the Aggrauation thereof, vers. 28. [ They ioyned themselues also vnto Baal-Peor, in three Verses three special things, The Sin, the Plague, the Deliverance. The Sin, with the Aggravation thereof, vers. 28. [ They joined themselves also unto Baal-peor, p-acp crd n2 crd j n2, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1. dt n1, p-acp dt n1 av, fw-la. crd [ pns32 vvd px32 av p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 240
2735 and ate the sacrifices of the dead. and ate the Sacrifices of the dead. cc vvd dt n2 pp-f dt j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 240
2736 ] The Plague, with the Efficient cause thereof, both Impulsiue and Principall, vers. 29. [ Thus they prouoked him to anger with their Inuentions, ] The Plague, with the Efficient cause thereof, both Impulsive and Principal, vers. 29. [ Thus they provoked him to anger with their Inventions, ] dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 av, d j cc j-jn, zz. crd [ av pns32 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 240
2737 and the Plague brake in vpon them. ] The Deliuerance, with the speciall meanes and Instrument thereof, in this 30. verse. and the Plague brake in upon them. ] The Deliverance, with the special means and Instrument thereof, in this 30. verse. cc dt n1 vvd p-acp p-acp pno32. ] dt n1, p-acp dt j n2 cc n1 av, p-acp d crd n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 240
2738 [ Then stood vp Phinehaz, and executed iudgement, and the plague was stayed. ] In which words are three things especially considerable. The Person ; the Action of that Person; [ Then stood up Phinehas, and executed judgement, and the plague was stayed. ] In which words Are three things especially considerable. The Person; the Actium of that Person; [ av vvd a-acp np1, cc vvn n1, cc dt n1 vbds vvn. ] p-acp r-crq n2 vbr crd n2 av-j j. dt n1; dt n1 pp-f d n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 240
2739 and the Successe of that Action. The Person, Phinehaz. His Action twofold: the one preparatory, hee stood vp ; and the Success of that Actium. The Person, Phinehas. His Actium twofold: the one preparatory, he stood up; cc dt n1 pp-f d n1. dt n1, np1. po31 n1 j: dt crd n1, pns31 vvd a-acp; (12) sermon (DIV1) 195 Page 241
2740 the other completory, hee executed iudgement. The Successe and issue of both; the other completory, he executed judgement. The Success and issue of both; dt j-jn n1, pns31 vvd n1. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d; (12) sermon (DIV1) 195 Page 241
2741 the plague was stayed. The person holy, the action zealous, the successe happy. Of each of these I shall endeauour to speake something; the plague was stayed. The person holy, the actium zealous, the success happy. Of each of these I shall endeavour to speak something; dt n1 vbds vvn. dt n1 j, dt n1 j, dt n1 j. pp-f d pp-f d pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pi; (12) sermon (DIV1) 195 Page 241
2742 appliably to the present condition of these heauy times, and the present occasion of this frequent assembly. appliably to the present condition of these heavy times, and the present occasion of this frequent assembly. av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f d j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 195 Page 241
2743 But because the argument of the whole verse is a Deliuerance, and that Deliuerance supposeth a Plague, and euery Plague supposeth a Sinne: I must take leaue before I enter vpon the Particulars now proposed from the Text, But Because the argument of the Whole verse is a Deliverance, and that Deliverance Supposeth a Plague, and every Plague Supposeth a Sin: I must take leave before I enter upon the Particulars now proposed from the Text, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vbz dt n1, cc d n1 vvz dt n1, cc d n1 vvz dt n1: pns11 vmb vvi n1 c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2-j av vvn p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 195 Page 241
2744 first a little to vnfold the originall story; First a little to unfold the original story; ord dt j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 195 Page 241
2745 that so we may haue some more distinct knowledge both what Israels sin was, and how they were plagued, and vpon what occasion and by what meanes Phinehaz wrought their deliuerance. that so we may have Some more distinct knowledge both what Israel's sin was, and how they were plagued, and upon what occasion and by what means Phinehas wrought their deliverance. cst av pns12 vmb vhi d dc j n1 d q-crq npg1 vvb vbds, cc c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, cc p-acp r-crq n1 cc p-acp r-crq n2 np1 vvd po32 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 195 Page 241
2746 When Israel, trauailing from the land of Bondage to the land of Promise through the Wildernes, were now come as far as the plaines of Moab, and there encamped: When Israel, travailing from the land of Bondage to the land of Promise through the Wilderness, were now come as Far as the plains of Moab, and there encamped: c-crq np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vbdr av vvn c-acp av-j c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc a-acp vvd: (12) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 241
2747 Balac the then King of Moab, not daring to encounter with that people, before whom two of his greatest neighbour Princes had lately fallen; Balaam the then King of Moab, not daring to encounter with that people, before whom two of his greatest neighbour Princes had lately fallen; np1 dt av n1 pp-f np1, xx vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp ro-crq crd pp-f po31 js n1 n2 vhd av-j vvn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 241
2748 consulted with the Midianites, his neighbours and allies, and after some aduice resolued vpon this conclusion, to hire Balaam, a famous Sorcerer in those times and quarters, to lend them his assistance: consulted with the midianites, his neighbours and allies, and After Some Advice resolved upon this conclusion, to hire balaam, a famous Sorcerer in those times and quarters, to lend them his assistance: vvd p-acp dt np2, po31 n2 cc n2, cc p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi np1, dt j n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 po31 n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 242
2749 plotting with all their might, and his art, by all possible meanes to withdraw Gods protection from them; plotting with all their might, and his art, by all possible means to withdraw God's protection from them; vvg p-acp d po32 vmd, cc po31 n1, p-acp d j n2 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp pno32; (12) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 242
2750 wherein they thought (and they thought right) the strength and safety of that people lay. wherein they Thought (and they Thought right) the strength and safety of that people lay. c-crq pns32 vvd (cc pns32 vvd av-jn) dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 vvd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 242
2751 But there is no Counsell against the Lord; nor inchantment against his people. But there is no Counsel against the Lord; nor enchantment against his people. p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1; ccx n1 p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 242
2752 Where hee will blesse, (and hee will blesse where he is faithfully obeyed and depended vpon;) neither power nor pollicy can preuaile for a Curse. Balaam the wicked wretch, Where he will bless, (and he will bless where he is faithfully obeyed and depended upon;) neither power nor policy can prevail for a Curse. balaam the wicked wretch, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi, (cc pns31 vmb vvi c-crq pns31 vbz av-j vvn cc vvd p-acp;) d n1 ccx n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt vvb. np1 dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 242
2753 though hee loued the wayes of vnrighteousnesse with his heart; though he loved the ways of unrighteousness with his heart; cs pns31 vvd dt n2 pp-f n1-u p-acp po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 242
2754 yet, God not suffering him, hee could not pronounce a Curse with his lips against Israel, yet, God not suffering him, he could not pronounce a Curse with his lips against Israel, av, np1 xx vvg pno31, pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 242
2755 but instead of cursing them, blessed them altogether. But angry at Israel, whom, when faine hee would, hee could not curse; but instead of cursing them, blessed them altogether. But angry At Israel, whom, when feign he would, he could not curse; cc-acp av pp-f vvg pno32, vvn pno32 av. p-acp j p-acp np1, r-crq, c-crq av-j pns31 vmd, pns31 vmd xx vvi; (12) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 242
2756 yea and angry at God himselfe, who by restraining his tongue had voyded his hopes, yea and angry At God himself, who by restraining his tongue had voided his hope's, uh cc j p-acp np1 px31, r-crq p-acp vvg po31 n1 vhd vvn po31 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 242
2757 and with held him from pay, and honour: the wretched couetous Hypocrite, as if he would at once be auenged both of him and them, imagineth a mischieuous deuice against them, full of cursed villany. and with held him from pay, and honour: the wretched covetous Hypocrite, as if he would At once be avenged both of him and them, imagineth a mischievous device against them, full of cursed villainy. cc p-acp vvd pno31 p-acp vvi, cc n1: dt j j n1, c-acp cs pns31 vmd p-acp a-acp vbb vvn d pp-f pno31 cc pno32, vvz dt j n1 p-acp pno32, j pp-f j-vvn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 242
2758 Hee giueth the Moabites and the Midianites counsell to smother their hatred with pretensions of peace, He gives the Moabites and the midianites counsel to smother their hatred with pretensions of peace, pns31 vvz dt np2 cc dt np2 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 242
2759 and by sending the fairest of their daughters among them, to enu•igle them with their beauty, and by sending the Fairest of their daughters among them, to enu•igle them with their beauty, cc p-acp vvg dt js pp-f po32 n2 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 242
2760 and to entice them first to corporall, and after, by that, to spirituall whoredome: and to entice them First to corporal, and After, by that, to spiritual whoredom: cc pc-acp vvi pno32 ord p-acp j, cc a-acp, p-acp d, p-acp j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 242
2761 That so Israel, shrinking from the Loue and Feare and Obedience of their God ▪ might forfeit the interest they had in his Protection; That so Israel, shrinking from the Love and fear and obedience of their God ▪ might forfeit the Interest they had in his Protection; cst av np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1 ▪ vmd vvi dt n1 pns32 vhd p-acp po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 242
2762 and by sinne bring themselues vnder that wrath and curse of God, which neither those great Princes by their Power, nor their wisest Counsellors by their Policie, nor Balaam himselfe by his Sorcery, could bring vpon them. and by sin bring themselves under that wrath and curse of God, which neither those great Princes by their Power, nor their Wisest Counsellors by their Policy, nor balaam himself by his Sorcery, could bring upon them. cc p-acp n1 vvi px32 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq av-dx d j ng1 p-acp po32 n1, ccx po32 js n2 p-acp po32 n1, ccx np1 px31 p-acp po31 n1, vmd vvi p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 243
2763 This damned counsell was followed but too soone, and prospered but too well. The daughters of Moab come into the Tents of Israel ; This damned counsel was followed but too soon, and prospered but too well. The daughters of Moab come into the Tents of Israel; d j-vvn n1 vbds vvn p-acp av av, cc vvd p-acp av av. dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 243
2764 and by their blandishments put out the eyes, and steale away the hearts of Gods people: and by their blandishments put out the eyes, and steal away the hearts of God's people: cc p-acp po32 n2 vvd av dt n2, cc vvi av dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 243
2765 whom, besotted once with lust, it was then no hard matter to leade whither they listed, whom, besotted once with lust, it was then no hard matter to lead whither they listed, r-crq, vvn a-acp p-acp n1, pn31 vbds av dx j n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vvd, (12) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 243
2766 and by wanton insinuations to draw them to sit with them in the Temples, and to accompanie them at the feasts, and to eate with them of the sacrifices, yea and to bow the knees with them to the honour of their Idols. Insomuch as Israel ioyned themselues to Baal-peor, and ate the sacrifices of that dead and abominable Idol at the least (for all Idols are such) if not, and by wanton insinuations to draw them to fit with them in the Temples, and to accompany them At the feasts, and to eat with them of the Sacrifices, yea and to bow the knees with them to the honour of their Idols. Insomuch as Israel joined themselves to Baal-peor, and ate the Sacrifices of that dead and abominable Idol At the least (for all Idols Are such) if not, cc p-acp j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 pp-f dt n2, uh cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt vvb pp-f po32 n2. av p-acp np1 vvn px32 p-acp j, cc vvd dt n2 pp-f d j cc j n1 p-acp dt av-ds (c-acp d n2 vbr d) cs xx, (12) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 243
2767 as most haue thought, a beastly and obscene Idoll withall. That was their sinne. And now may Balak saue his money, and Balaam spare his paines: as most have Thought, a beastly and obscene Idol withal. That was their sin. And now may Balak save his money, and balaam spare his pains: c-acp ds vhb vvn, dt j cc j n1 av. cst vbds po32 n1. cc av vmb np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc np1 vvb po31 n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 243
2768 there is no need of hiring, or being hired to curse Whoremongers and Idolaters. These are two plaguy sinnes: there is no need of hiring, or being hired to curse Whoremongers and Idolaters. These Are two plaguy Sins: pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f vvg, cc vbg vvn pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2. d vbr crd j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 199 Page 243
2769 and such as wil bring a curse vpon a people without the helpe of a Coniurer. When that God, who is a iealous God, and iealous of nothing more than his honour, shall see that people, whom he had made choise of from among all the nations of the earth to be his owne peculiar people, and betrothed to himselfe by an euerlasting Couenant, to breake the Couenant of Wedlocke with him, and such as will bring a curse upon a people without the help of a Conjurer. When that God, who is a jealous God, and jealous of nothing more than his honour, shall see that people, whom he had made choice of from among all the Nations of the earth to be his own peculiar people, and betrothed to himself by an everlasting Covenant, to break the Covenant of Wedlock with him, cc d c-acp vmb vvi dt vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. c-crq cst np1, r-crq vbz dt j np1, cc j pp-f pix av-dc cs po31 n1, vmb vvi d n1, ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn n1 pp-f p-acp p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi po31 d j n1, cc vvn p-acp px31 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 199 Page 244
2770 and to strumpet it with the daughters and Idols of Moab: what can bee expected other, and to strumpet it with the daughters and Idols of Moab: what can be expected other, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1: r-crq vmb vbi vvn j-jn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 199 Page 244
2771 than that his iealousie should be turned into furie ; than that his jealousy should be turned into fury; cs cst po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 199 Page 244
2772 and that his fierce wrath should breake-in vpon them as a deluge, and ouerwhelme them with a sudden destruction? His patience so farre tempted, and that his fierce wrath should breake-in upon them as a deluge, and overwhelm them with a sudden destruction? His patience so Far tempted, cc cst po31 j n1 vmd vvi|a-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1? po31 n1 av av-j vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 199 Page 244
2773 and with such an vnworthie prouocation, can suffer no longer: But at his command Moses striketh the Rulers ; and with such an unworthy provocation, can suffer no longer: But At his command Moses striketh the Rulers; cc p-acp d dt j n1, vmb vvi av-dx av-jc: cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 np1 vvz dt n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 199 Page 244
2774 and at Moses his command, the vnder-Rulers must strike each in their seuerall regiments, those that had offended; and At Moses his command, the vnder-Rulers must strike each in their several regiments, those that had offended; cc p-acp np1 po31 n1, dt n2 vmb vvi d p-acp po32 j n2, d cst vhd vvn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 199 Page 244
2775 and hee himselfe also striketh with his owne hand, by a plague destroying of them in one day three and twentie thousand. and he himself also striketh with his own hand, by a plague destroying of them in one day three and twentie thousand. cc pns31 px31 av vvz p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp dt n1 vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp crd n1 crd cc crd crd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 199 Page 244
2776 If that plague had lasted manie dayes, Israel had not lasted manie dayes. If that plague had lasted many days, Israel had not lasted many days. cs d n1 vhd vvn d n2, np1 vhd xx vvn d n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 244
2777 But the people by their plague made sensible of their sinne, humbled themselues (as it should seeme, the verie first day of the plague) in a solemne and generall assembly, weeping and mourning both for Sinne and Plague, before the doore of the Tabernacle of the Congregation. But the people by their plague made sensible of their sin, humbled themselves (as it should seem, the very First day of the plague) in a solemn and general assembly, weeping and mourning both for Sin and Plague, before the door of the Tabernacle of the Congregation. p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 vvi vvd j pp-f po32 n1, vvn px32 (c-acp pn31 vmd vvi, dt av ord n1 pp-f dt n1) p-acp dt j cc j n1, vvg cc j-vvg av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 244
2778 And they were now in the heat of their holy sorrow and deuotions, when loe Zimri, a Prince of a chiefe house in one of their Tribes, in the heate of his pride and lust, commeth openly in the face of Moses and all the Congregation, and bringeth his Minion with him, Cosbi the daughter of one of the fiue Kings of Midian into his Tent, there to commit filthinesse with her. And they were now in the heat of their holy sorrow and devotions, when lo Zimri, a Prince of a chief house in one of their Tribes, in the heat of his pride and lust, comes openly in the face of Moses and all the Congregation, and brings his Minion with him, Cozbi the daughter of one of the fiue Kings of Midian into his Tent, there to commit filthiness with her. cc pns32 vbdr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1 cc n2, c-crq uh np1, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp crd pp-f po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc d dt n1, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno31, np1 dt n1 pp-f crd pp-f dt crd n2 pp-f jp p-acp po31 n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 244
2779 Doubtlesse Moses the Captaine, and Ele•zar the Priest, and all Israel that saw this shamelesse pranke of that leud couple, saw it with griefe enough. Doubtless Moses the Captain, and Ele•zar the Priest, and all Israel that saw this shameless prank of that lewd couple, saw it with grief enough. av-j np1 dt n1, cc np1 dt n1, cc d np1 cst vvd d j n1 pp-f cst j n1, vvd pn31 p-acp n1 av-d. (12) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 244
2780 But Phinehes enraged with a pious indignation to see such foule affront giuen to God ; But Phinehas enraged with a pious Indignation to see such foul affront given to God; p-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d j n1 vvn p-acp np1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 245
2781 & the Magistrate, and the Congregation, at such a heauie time, and in such open manner, & for that verie sinne for which they then lay vnder Gods hand; & the Magistrate, and the Congregation, At such a heavy time, and in such open manner, & for that very sin for which they then lay under God's hand; cc dt n1, cc dt n1, p-acp d dt j n1, cc p-acp d j n1, cc p-acp cst j n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 av vvd p-acp npg1 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 245
2782 thought there was something more to be done than bare weeping: and therefore his bloud warmed with an holy zeale, hee starteth vp forthwith, maketh to the Tent where these two great personages were, Thought there was something more to be done than bore weeping: and Therefore his blood warmed with an holy zeal, he starts up forthwith, makes to the Tent where these two great Personages were, vvd a-acp vbds pi av-dc pc-acp vbi vdn cs vvd vvg: cc av po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz a-acp av, vvz p-acp dt n1 c-crq d crd j n2 vbdr, (12) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 245
2783 and as they were in the act of their filthinesse, speedeth them both at once; and nay•eth them to the place with his Iaueline. and as they were in the act of their filthiness, speedeth them both At once; and nay•eth them to the place with his Javelin. cc c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvz pno32 d p-acp a-acp; cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 245
2784 And the next thing wee heare, is; And the next thing we hear, is; cc dt ord n1 pns12 vvb, vbz; (12) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 245
2785 God well pleased with the zeale of his seruant, and the execution of those malefactors, is appeased towards his people, and withdraweth his hand and his plague from them. God well pleased with the zeal of his servant, and the execution of those malefactors, is appeased towards his people, and withdraweth his hand and his plague from them. np1 av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n2, vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz po31 n1 cc po31 vvi p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 245
2786 And of that deliuerance my Text speaketh; [ Then stood vp Phinehes, and executed iudgement, and so the Plague was stayed. ] And of that deliverance my Text speaks; [ Then stood up Phinehas, and executed judgement, and so the Plague was stayed. ] cc pp-f d n1 po11 n1 vvz; [ av vvd a-acp n2, cc vvn n1, cc av dt n1 vbds vvn. ] (12) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 245
2787 The Person, the instrument to worke this deliuerance for Israel, was Phinehes. Hee was the sonne of Eleazar, who was then High Priest in immediate succession to his father Aaron not long before deceased: The Person, the Instrument to work this deliverance for Israel, was Phinehas. He was the son of Eleazar, who was then High Priest in immediate succession to his father Aaron not long before deceased: dt n1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp np1, vbds n2. pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds av j n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1 np1 xx av-j a-acp vvn: (12) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 245
2788 and did himselfe afterward succeed in the High Priesthood vnto Eleazar his Father. A wise, a godly, and a zealous man: and did himself afterwards succeed in the High Priesthood unto Eleazar his Father. A wise, a godly, and a zealous man: cc vdd px31 av vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1 po31 n1. dt j, dt j, cc dt j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 245
2789 employed afterwards by the State of Israel in the greatest affaires both of Warre and Ambassy. But it was this Heroicall act of his, in doing execution vpon those two great audacious offenders, which got him the first, employed afterwards by the State of Israel in the greatest affairs both of War and Ambassy. But it was this Heroical act of his, in doing execution upon those two great audacious offenders, which god him the First, vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt js n2 d pp-f n1 cc n1. p-acp pn31 vbds d j n1 pp-f png31, p-acp vdg n1 p-acp d crd j j n2, r-crq vvd pno31 dt ord, (12) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 245
2790 and the greatest, and the lastingst renowne. Of which Act more anon, when we come to it. and the greatest, and the lastingest renown. Of which Act more anon, when we come to it. cc dt js, cc dt js-vvg n1. pp-f r-crq n1 av-dc av, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 245
2791 In his Person, wee will consider onely what his calling and condition was; In his Person, we will Consider only what his calling and condition was; p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vmb vvi av-j r-crq po31 vvg cc n1 vbds; (12) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 246
2792 and what congruitie there might be betweene what he was, and what he did. He was of the Tribe of Leui: and that whole Tribe was set apart for the seruice of the Tabernacle. And he was of the sonnes of Aaron, and so NONLATINALPHABET, of the Familie and Linage of the High Priests: and what congruity there might be between what he was, and what he did. He was of the Tribe of Levi: and that Whole Tribe was Set apart for the service of the Tabernacle. And he was of the Sons of Aaron, and so, of the Family and Lineage of the High Priests: cc r-crq n1 a-acp vmd vbi p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds, cc r-crq pns31 vdd. pns31 vbds pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: cc d j-jn n1 vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cc pns31 vbds pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc av, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 246
2793 and the Priests office was to offer sacrifices and to burne incense, and to pray and make attonement for the People. and the Priests office was to offer Sacrifices and to burn incense, and to pray and make atonement for the People. cc dt n2 n1 vbds p-acp vvb n2 cc p-acp vvb n1, cc p-acp vvb cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 246
2794 Neither Leuite nor Priest had to intermeddle with matters of Iudicature, vnlesse in some few causes, Neither Levite nor Priest had to intermeddle with matters of Judicature, unless in Some few Causes, av-d np1 ccx n1 vhd pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cs p-acp d d n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 246
2795 and those for the most part concerning matters either meerely, or mixtly Ecclesiasticall: but neither to giue sentence, nor to doe execution, in matters and causes meerely Ciuill, as by any right or vertue of his Leuiticall or Priestly office. and those for the most part Concerning matters either merely, or mixedly Ecclesiastical: but neither to give sentence, nor to do execution, in matters and Causes merely Civil, as by any right or virtue of his Levitical or Priestly office. cc d p-acp dt av-ds n1 vvg n2 d av-j, cc av-j j: p-acp av-d pc-acp vvi n1, ccx p-acp vdi n1, p-acp n2 cc n2 av-j j, a-acp p-acp d j-jn cc n1 pp-f po31 j cc j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 246
2796 The more vnreasonable is the High Priest of Rome, to challenge to himselfe any temporall or ciuill iurisdiction, as virtually annexed to his spirituall Power, or necessarily deriued thence. The more unreasonable is the High Priest of Rome, to challenge to himself any temporal or civil jurisdiction, as virtually annexed to his spiritual Power, or necessarily derived thence. dt av-dc j vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 d j cc j n1, c-acp av-j vvn p-acp po31 j n1, cc av-j vvn av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 246
2797 Templū and Praetorium, the Chaire and the Throne, the Altar and the Bench, the Sheepehooke and the Scepter, the Keyes and the Sword; though they may sometimes concurre vpon the same person, yet the Powers remaine perpetually distinct and independant, Templū and Praetorium, the Chair and the Throne, the Altar and the Bench, the Sheephook and the Sceptre, the Keys and the Sword; though they may sometime concur upon the same person, yet the Powers remain perpetually distinct and independent, np1 cc np1, dt n1 cc dt n1, dt n1 cc dt n1, dt vvd cc dt n1, dt n2 cc dt n1; cs pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp dt d n1, av dt n2 vvb av-j j cc j-jn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 246
2798 and such as doe not of necessity inferre the one the other. Our Sauiours Vos autem non sic hath fully decided the Controuersie; and such as do not of necessity infer the one the other. Our Saviour's Vos autem non sic hath Fully decided the Controversy; cc d c-acp vdb xx pp-f n1 vvb dt crd dt n-jn. po12 ng1 fw-fr fw-la fw-fr fw-la vhz av-j vvn dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 246
2799 and for euer cut off all claime of temporall iurisdiction, as by any vertue annexed to the keyes. If the Bishops of Rome could haue contented themselues to haue enioyed those Temporalties, wherewith the bounty of Christian Emperours had endowed that Sea (whether well, or ill, whether too much, or no, I now inquire not) but if they could haue bin content to haue holden them vpon the same termes they first had them, without seeking to change the old tenure; and to haue acknowledged them, and for ever Cut off all claim of temporal jurisdiction, as by any virtue annexed to the keys. If the Bishops of Room could have contented themselves to have enjoyed those Temporalities, wherewith the bounty of Christian emperors had endowed that Sea (whither well, or ill, whither too much, or no, I now inquire not) but if they could have been content to have held them upon the same terms they First had them, without seeking to change the old tenure; and to have acknowledged them, cc c-acp av vvn a-acp d n1 pp-f j n1, a-acp p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp dt n2. cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vmd vhi vvn px32 pc-acp vhi vvn d n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 n2 vhd vvn d n1 (cs av, cc j-jn, cs av av-d, cc dx, pns11 av vvb xx) p-acp cs pns32 vmd vhi vbn j pc-acp vhi vvn pno32 p-acp dt d n2 pns32 ord vhn pno32, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi dt j n1; cc pc-acp vhi vvn pno32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 247
2800 as many of their fellow-Bishops doe, to haue issued not at all by necessary deriuation from their spirituall Power, but meerely and altogether from the free and voluntary indult of Temporall Princes: as many of their fellow-Bishops do, to have issued not At all by necessary derivation from their spiritual Power, but merely and altogether from the free and voluntary indult of Temporal Princes: c-acp d pp-f po32 n2 vdb, pc-acp vhi vvn xx p-acp d p-acp j n1 p-acp po32 j n1, p-acp av-j cc av p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 247
2801 the Christian Church had not had so iust cause of complaint against the vnsufferable tyrannies and vsurpations of the Papacy ; the Christian Church had not had so just cause of complaint against the unsufferable Tyrannies and usurpations of the Papacy; dt njp n1 vhd xx vhn av j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 247
2802 nor had the Christian world beene embroyled in so many vnchristian and bloudy quarrels, as these and former ages haue brought forth. nor had the Christian world been embroiled in so many unchristian and bloody quarrels, as these and former ages have brought forth. ccx vhd dt njp n1 vbi vvn p-acp av d j cc j n2, c-acp d cc j n2 vhb vvn av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 247
2803 Yet the Canonists, and they of the Congregation of the Oratory, like down-right flatterers, giue the Pope the Temporall Monarchy of the world, absolutely and directly, as adhering inseparable to his Sea, Yet the Canonists, and they of the Congregation of the Oratory, like downright Flatterers, give the Pope the Temporal Monarchy of the world, absolutely and directly, as adhering inseparable to his Sea, av dt np2, cc pns32 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j j n2, vvb dt n1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j cc av-j, p-acp vvg j p-acp po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 247
2804 and as a branch of that Charter, which Christ gaue to Peter, when he made him Head of the Church, for himselfe and his successors for euer. and as a branch of that Charter, which christ gave to Peter, when he made him Head of the Church, for himself and his Successors for ever. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp px31 cc po31 n2 p-acp av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 247
2805 The Iesuites more subtle than they, not daring to deny the Pope any part of that Power, which any other profession of men haue dared to giue him, The Iesuites more subtle than they, not daring to deny the Pope any part of that Power, which any other profession of men have dared to give him, dt npg1 av-dc j cs pns32, xx vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 d n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq d j-jn n1 pp-f n2 vhb vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 247
2806 and yet vnable to assert such a vast power from these inconueniences which follow vpon the Canonists opinion; and yet unable to assert such a vast power from these inconveniences which follow upon the Canonists opinion; cc av j-u p-acp vvb d dt j n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt np1 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 247
2807 haue found out a meanes to put into the Popes hands the exercise of as much temporall Power, as they bluntly and grosly giue him, have found out a means to put into the Popes hands the exercise of as much temporal Power, as they bluntly and grossly give him, vhb vvn av dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n2 dt n1 pp-f p-acp d j n1, c-acp pns32 av-j cc av-j vvi pno31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 247
2808 and that to all effects and purposes as full & in as ample manner as they: and that to all effects and Purposes as full & in as ample manner as they: cc cst p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp j cc p-acp p-acp j n1 c-acp pns32: (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 247
2809 yet by a more learned and refined flattery, as resulting from his spirituall Power, not directly & per se, but obliquely and indirectly and in ordine ad spiritualia, The Man himself, yet by a more learned and refined flattery, as resulting from his spiritual Power, not directly & per se, but obliquely and indirectly and in Order ad spiritualia, The Man himself, av p-acp dt av-dc j cc j-vvn n1, c-acp vvg p-acp po31 j n1, xx av-j cc fw-la fw-la, p-acp av-j cc av-j cc p-acp n1 fw-la fw-la, dt n1 px31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 248
2810 though he pretend to be supreme infallible iudge of all Controuersies; though he pretend to be supreme infallible judge of all Controversies; cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vbi j j n1 pp-f d n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 248
2811 yet heareth both parties, & taketh aduantage of what either giue him, as best sorteth with his present occasions, yet hears both parties, & Takes advantage of what either give him, as best sorts with his present occasions, av vvz d n2, cc vvz n1 pp-f r-crq d vvb pno31, c-acp av-js vvz p-acp po31 j n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 248
2812 and suffereth them to fall foule each vpon other, these accounting them grosse flatterers, and they againe these wicked Politicians : and suffers them to fallen foul each upon other, these accounting them gross Flatterers, and they again these wicked Politicians: cc vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi j d p-acp n-jn, d vvg pno32 j n2, cc pns32 av d j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 248
2813 but dareth not for his life determine whether side is in the right; but dareth not for his life determine whither side is in the right; cc-acp vvz xx p-acp po31 n1 vvi cs n1 vbz p-acp dt n-jn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 248
2814 lest, if hee should be put to make good his determination by sufficient proofe, both should appeare to be in the wrong, and he lose all; lest, if he should be put to make good his determination by sufficient proof, both should appear to be in the wrong, and he loose all; cs, cs pns31 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi j po31 n1 p-acp j n1, d vmd vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n-jn, cc pns31 vvi d; (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 248
2815 which, whilest they quarrell, he still holdeth. It is a certaine thing; which, whilst they quarrel, he still holds. It is a certain thing; r-crq, cs pns32 vvi, pns31 av vvz. pn31 vbz dt j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 248
2816 The spirituall Power conferred in Holy Orders doth not include the Power of Temporal iurisdiction. If Phinehes here execute iudgement vpon a Prince of Israel; The spiritual Power conferred in Holy Order does not include the Power of Temporal jurisdiction. If Phinehas Here execute judgement upon a Prince of Israel; dt j n1 vvn p-acp j n1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1. cs n2 av vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 248
2817 it is indeede a good fruite of his zeale, but no proper act of his Priesthood. it is indeed a good fruit of his zeal, but no proper act of his Priesthood. pn31 vbz av dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dx j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 248
2818 Let it goe for a non sequitur then, as it is no better; Let it go for a non sequitur then, as it is no better; vvb pn31 vvi p-acp dt fw-fr fw-la av, c-acp pn31 vbz av-dx av-jc; (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 248
2819 because Phinehes, a Priest, or Priests sonne, executed iudgement, that therefore the Priestly includeth Iudicatory Power. Because Phinehas, a Priest, or Priests son, executed judgement, that Therefore the Priestly includeth Judicatory Power. c-acp n2, dt n1, cc ng1 n1, vvn n1, cst av dt j vvz j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 248
2820 Yet from such an Act, done by such a Person, at least thus much will follow, that the Priesthood doth not exclude the exercise of Iudicature ; Yet from such an Act, done by such a Person, At least thus much will follow, that the Priesthood does not exclude the exercise of Judicature; av p-acp d dt n1, vdn p-acp d dt n1, p-acp ds av d vmb vvi, cst dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 248
2821 and that there is no such repugnancy and inconsistency betweene the Temporall and Spirituall Power, but that they may without incongruitie concurre and reside both together in the same Person. and that there is no such repugnancy and inconsistency between the Temporal and Spiritual Power, but that they may without incongruity concur and reside both together in the same Person. cc cst pc-acp vbz dx d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, cc-acp cst pns32 vmb p-acp n1 vvi cc vvi d av p-acp dt d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 248
2822 When I finde anciently, that not onely among the Heathens, but euen among Gods owne people, the same man might be a King and a Priest, Rex idem hominum Phoebique Sacerdos, as Melchisedec was both a Priest of the most High God, and King of Salem: When I find anciently, that not only among the heathens, but even among God's own people, the same man might be a King and a Priest, Rex idem hominum Phoebus Sacerdos, as Melchizedek was both a Priest of the most High God, and King of Salem: c-crq pns11 vvb av-jn, cst xx av-j p-acp dt n2-jn, p-acp av p-acp n2 d n1, dt d n1 vmd vbi dt n1 cc dt n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, p-acp np1 vbds d dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j np1, cc n1 pp-f np1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 249
2823 when I see it consented by all, that so long as the Church was Patriarchall, the Priestly and the Iudicatorie Power were both settled vpon one and the same person, the Person of the first-borne: when I reade of Elie the Priest of the sonnes of Aaron iudging Israel 40. yeeres; when I see it consented by all, that so long as the Church was Patriarchal, the Priestly and the Judicatory Power were both settled upon one and the same person, the Person of the firstborn: when I read of Ely the Priest of the Sons of Aaron judging Israel 40. Years; c-crq pns11 vvb pn31 vvd p-acp d, cst av av-j c-acp dt n1 vbds j, dt j cc dt j n1 vbdr av-d vvn p-acp crd cc dt d n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j: c-crq pns11 vvb pp-f av dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 vvg np1 crd n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 249
2824 and of Samuel, certainely a Leuite (though not, as some haue thought, a Priest) both going circuite, and of Samuel, Certainly a Levite (though not, as Some have Thought, a Priest) both going circuit, cc pp-f np1, av-j dt np1 (cs xx, c-acp d vhb vvn, dt n1) d vvg n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 249
2825 as a Iudge itinerant in Israel, and doing execution too with his owne hands vpon Agag ; as a Judge itinerant in Israel, and doing execution too with his own hands upon Agag; c-acp dt n1 j p-acp np1, cc vdg n1 av p-acp po31 d n2 p-acp np1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 249
2826 and of Chenaniah and his sonnes, Izharites, and Hashabiah and his brethren Hebronites, and others of the families of Leui, appointed by King Dauid to be Iudges and Officers, not only in all the businesse of the Lord, but also for outward businesse ouer Israel, and in things that concerned the seruice of the King: and of Chenaniah and his Sons, Izharites, and Hashabiah and his brothers Hebronites, and Others of the families of Levi, appointed by King David to be Judges and Officers, not only in all the business of the Lord, but also for outward business over Israel, and in things that concerned the service of the King: cc pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, np1, cc np1 cc po31 n2 np1, cc n2-jn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vbi n2 cc n2, xx av-j p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp av c-acp j n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp n2 cst vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 249
2827 when I obserue in the Church-stories of all ages, euer since the world had Christian Princes; when I observe in the Church stories of all ages, ever since the world had Christian Princes; c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, av c-acp dt n1 vhd njp n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 249
2828 how Ecclesiasticall persons haue been employed by their soueraignes in their waightiest consultations and affaires of State; how Ecclesiastical Persons have been employed by their sovereigns in their Weightiest Consultations and affairs of State; c-crq j n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp po32 n2-jn p-acp po32 js n2 cc n2 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 249
2829 I cannot but wonder at the inconsiderate rashnesse of some forward ones in these dayes, who yet thinke themselues (& would be thought by others) to be of the wisest men, that suffer their tongues to runne riot against the Prelacy of our Church, I cannot but wonder At the inconsiderate rashness of Some forward ones in these days, who yet think themselves (& would be Thought by Others) to be of the Wisest men, that suffer their tongues to run riot against the Prelacy of our Church, pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j pi2 p-acp d n2, r-crq av vvb px32 (cc vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn) pc-acp vbi pp-f dt js n2, cst vvb po32 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt np1 pp-f po12 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 249
2830 and haue studied to approue themselues eloquent in no other argument so much, as in inueighing against the Courts, & the Power, and the Iurisdiction, and the Temporalties of Bishops and other Ecclesiasticall persons. and have studied to approve themselves eloquent in no other argument so much, as in inveighing against the Courts, & the Power, and the Jurisdiction, and the Temporalities of Bishops and other Ecclesiastical Persons. cc vhb vvn pc-acp vvi px32 j p-acp dx j-jn n1 av av-d, c-acp p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n2 cc j-jn j n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 250
2831 I speake it not to iustifie the abuses of men, but to maintaine the lawfulnesse of the thing. If therefore any Ecclesiasticall person seek any Temporal office or Power by indirect, ambitious, and preposterous courses: I speak it not to justify the Abuses of men, but to maintain the lawfulness of the thing. If Therefore any Ecclesiastical person seek any Temporal office or Power by indirect, ambitious, and preposterous courses: pns11 vvb pn31 xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cs av d j n1 vvi d j n1 cc n1 p-acp j, j, cc j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 250
2832 if hee exercise it otherwise than well; insolently, cruelly, corruptly, partially: if he exercise it otherwise than well; insolently, cruelly, corruptly, partially: cs pns31 n1 pn31 av cs av; av-j, av-j, av-j, av-j: (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 250
2833 if hee claime it by any other than the right title, the free bounty and grace of the supreme Magistrate: if he claim it by any other than the right title, the free bounty and grace of the supreme Magistrate: cs pns31 n1 pn31 p-acp d n-jn cs dt j-jn n1, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 250
2834 let him beare his owne burden; I know not any honest Minister that will pleade for him. let him bear his own burden; I know not any honest Minister that will plead for him. vvb pno31 vvi po31 d n1; pns11 vvb xx d j n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pno31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 250
2835 But since there is no incapacitie in a Clergyman, by reason of his spirituall Calling, but he may exercise temporall Power, if hee be called to it by his Prince, as well as he may enioy temporall Land if he bee heire to it from his Father: I see not but it behooueth vs all, But since there is no incapacity in a Clergyman, by reason of his spiritual Calling, but he may exercise temporal Power, if he be called to it by his Prince, as well as he may enjoy temporal Land if he be heir to it from his Father: I see not but it behooveth us all, cc-acp c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j vvg, p-acp pns31 vmb vvi j n1, cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp pns31 vmb vvi j n1 cs pns31 vbb n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1: pns11 vvb xx p-acp pn31 vvz pno12 d, (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 250
2836 if we be good Subiects and sober Christians, to pray that such, as haue the power of Iudicature more or lesse in any kinde or degree committed vnto them, may exercise that power wherewith they are entrusted, with zeale and prudence and equitie, rather than out of enuy at the preferment of a Church-man take vpon vs little lesse than to quarrell the discretion of our Soueraignes. if we be good Subjects and Sobrium Christians, to pray that such, as have the power of Judicature more or less in any kind or degree committed unto them, may exercise that power wherewith they Are Entrusted, with zeal and prudence and equity, rather than out of envy At the preferment of a Churchman take upon us little less than to quarrel the discretion of our Sovereigns. cs pns12 vbb j n2-jn cc j np1, pc-acp vvi cst d, c-acp vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 av-dc cc av-dc p-acp d n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno32, vmb vvi d n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, p-acp n1 cc n1 cc n1, av-c cs av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp pno12 j av-dc cs pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2-jn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 250
2837 Phinehes, though he could not challenge to execute iudgement by vertue of his Priesthood ; yet his Priesthood disabled him not from executing iudgement. Phinehas, though he could not challenge to execute judgement by virtue of his Priesthood; yet his Priesthood disabled him not from executing judgement. n2, c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp vvb n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1; av po31 n1 vvd pno31 xx p-acp vvg n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 250
2838 That for the Person. Followeth his Action: and that twofold; Hee stood vp, Hee executed iudgement. Of the former first; That for the Person. Follows his Actium: and that twofold; He stood up, He executed judgement. Of the former First; cst p-acp dt n1. vvz po31 n1: cc d j; pns31 vvd a-acp, pns31 vvd n1. pp-f dt j ord; (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 250
2839 which, though I call it an Action, yet is indeed a Gesture properly, and not an Action. But, being no necessitie to binde me to strict proprietie of speech, be it Action, or Gesture, or what else you will call it, the circumstance and phrase, which, though I call it an Actium, yet is indeed a Gesture properly, and not an Actium. But, being no necessity to bind me to strict propriety of speech, be it Actium, or Gesture, or what Else you will call it, the circumstance and phrase, r-crq, cs pns11 vvb pn31 dt n1, av vbz av dt n1 av-j, cc xx dt n1. p-acp, vbg dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, vbb pn31 n1, cc n1, cc r-crq av pn22 vmb vvi pn31, dt n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 251
2840 since it seemeth to import some materiall thing, may not be passed ouer without some consideration. since it seems to import Some material thing, may not be passed over without Some consideration. c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1, vmb xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 251
2841 Then stood vp Phinehes. Which clause may denote vnto vs, eyther that extraordinary spirit whereby Phinehes was moued to doe iudgement vpon those shamelesse offenders; Then stood up Phinehas. Which clause may denote unto us, either that extraordinary Spirit whereby Phinehas was moved to do judgement upon those shameless offenders; av vvd a-acp n2. r-crq n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, d d j n1 c-crq n2 vbds vvn pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp d j n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 251
2842 or that forwardnesse of zeale, in the heate whereof he did it; or both. Phinehes was indeed the High Priests sonne, as we heard; or that forwardness of zeal, in the heat whereof he did it; or both. Phinehas was indeed the High Priests son, as we herd; cc d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vdd pn31; cc d. n2 vbds av dt j ng1 n1, c-acp pns12 vvd; (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 251
2843 but yet a priuate man, and no ordinarie Magistrate: but yet a private man, and no ordinary Magistrate: cc-acp av dt j n1, cc dx j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 251
2844 and what had anie priuate man to doe to draw the sword of iustice, or but to sentence a malefactor to dye? Or, say he had been a Magistrate ; and what had any private man to do to draw the sword of Justice, or but to sentence a Malefactor to die? Or, say he had been a Magistrate; cc r-crq vhd d j n1 pc-acp vdi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi? cc, vvb pns31 vhd vbn dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 251
2845 he ought yet to haue proceeded in a legall and iudiciall course, to haue conuented the parties, he ought yet to have proceeded in a Legal and judicial course, to have Convicted the parties, pns31 vmd av pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, pc-acp vhi vvn dt n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 251
2846 and when they had beene conuicted in a faire triall and by sufficient witnesse, then to haue adiudged them according to the Law ; and when they had been convicted in a fair trial and by sufficient witness, then to have adjudged them according to the Law; cc c-crq pns32 vhd vbn j-vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc p-acp j n1, cs pc-acp vhi vvn pno32 vvg p-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 251
2847 and not to haue come suddenly vpon them NONLATINALPHABET, as they were acting their villanie, and thrust them thorow vncondemned. and not to have come suddenly upon them, as they were acting their villainy, and thrust them thorough uncondemned. cc xx pc-acp vhi vvn av-j p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvg po32 n1, cc vvd pno32 p-acp j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 251
2848 I haue elsewhere deliuered it as a collection not altogether improbable from the circumstances of the originall storie, that Phinehes had warrant for this execution from the expresse command of Moses the supreme Magistrate, I have elsewhere Delivered it as a collection not altogether improbable from the Circumstances of the original story, that Phinehas had warrant for this execution from the express command of Moses the supreme Magistrate, pns11 vhb av vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 xx av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cst n2 vhd vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 251
2849 and namely by vertue of that Proclamation, whereby he authorized the vnder-Rulers to slay euerie one his men that were ioyned vnto Baal-Peor, Num. 25.5. and namely by virtue of that Proclamation, whereby he authorized the vnder-Rulers to slay every one his men that were joined unto Baal-peor, Num. 25.5. cc av p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n2 pc-acp vvi d crd po31 n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 251
2850 And I since finde that coniecture confirmed by the iudgement of some learned men: And I since find that conjecture confirmed by the judgement of Some learned men: cc pns11 p-acp vvi d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 251
2851 insomuch as an eminent Writer in our Church saith, that by vertue of that Commission euerie Israelite was made a Magistrate for this execution. insomuch as an eminent Writer in our Church Says, that by virtue of that Commission every Israelite was made a Magistrate for this execution. av c-acp dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1 vvz, cst p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 d np1 vbds vvn dt n1 p-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 252
2852 But looking more neerly into the Text, and considering that the Commission Moses there gaue, was first onely to the Rulers, and so could bee no warrant for Phinehes, vnlesse hee were such a Ruler, which appeareth not; But looking more nearly into the Text, and considering that the Commission Moses there gave, was First only to the Rulers, and so could be no warrant for Phinehas, unless he were such a Ruler, which appears not; p-acp vvg av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1, cc vvg cst dt n1 np1 a-acp vvd, vbds ord av-j p-acp dt n2, cc av vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp n2, cs pns31 vbdr d dt n1, r-crq vvz xx; (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 252
2853 and secondly, concerned onely those men that were vnder their seuerall gouernments, and so was too short to reach Zimri, who being himselfe a Prince, and secondly, concerned only those men that were under their several governments, and so was too short to reach Zimri, who being himself a Prince, cc ord, vvn av-j d n2 cst vbdr p-acp po32 j n2, cc av vbds av j pc-acp vvi np1, r-crq vbg px31 dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 252
2854 and that of another Tribe too, the Tribe of Simeon, could not be vnder the gouernement of Phinehes, who was of the Tribe of Leui: how probable soeuer that other collection may be, and that of Another Tribe too, the Tribe of Simeon, could not be under the government of Phinehas, who was of the Tribe of Levi: how probable soever that other collection may be, cc d pp-f j-jn n1 av, dt n1 pp-f np1, vmd xx vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbds pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: c-crq j av d j-jn n1 vmb vbi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 252
2855 yet I hold it the safer resolution which is commonly giuen by Diuines for the iustification of this fact of Phinehes, that he had an extraordinarie notion and a peculiar secret instinct of the Spirit of God, powerfully working in him, yet I hold it the safer resolution which is commonly given by Divines for the justification of this fact of Phinehas, that he had an extraordinary notion and a peculiar secret instinct of the Spirit of God, powerfully working in him, av pns11 vvb pn31 dt jc n1 r-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, cst pns31 vhd dt j n1 cc dt j j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j vvg p-acp pno31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 252
2856 and prompting him to this Heroicall Act. and prompting him to this Heroical Act. cc vvg pno31 p-acp d j n1 (12) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 252
2857 Certainly, God will not approue that worke, which himselfe hath not wrought. But to this Action of Phinehes God hath giuen large approbation, both by staying the plague thereupon, Certainly, God will not approve that work, which himself hath not wrought. But to this Actium of Phinehas God hath given large approbation, both by staying the plague thereupon, av-j, np1 vmb xx vvi cst vvb, r-crq px31 vhz xx vvn. cc-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 np1 vhz vvn j n1, av-d p-acp vvg dt n1 av, (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 252
2858 and by rewarding Phinehes with an euerlasting Priesthood therefore, and by giuing expresse testimonie of his zeale and righteousnesse therein: and by rewarding Phinehas with an everlasting Priesthood Therefore, and by giving express testimony of his zeal and righteousness therein: cc p-acp vvg n2 p-acp dt j n1 av, cc p-acp vvg vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 av: (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 252
2859 as it is said in the next verse after my Text, [ And it was accounted to him for righteousnesse. as it is said in the next verse After my Text, [ And it was accounted to him for righteousness. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp po11 n1, [ cc pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 252
2860 ] Which words in the iudgement of learned Expositours, are not to bee vnderstood barely of the righteousnesse of Faith, as it is said of Abraham, that he beleeued God, and it was imputed to him for righteousnesse (as if the zeale of Phinehes in this act had beene a good euidence of that faith in Gods promises, whereby he was iustified, and his Person accepted with God;) though that also: ] Which words in the judgement of learned Expositors, Are not to be understood barely of the righteousness of Faith, as it is said of Abraham, that he believed God, and it was imputed to him for righteousness (as if the zeal of Phinehas in this act had been a good evidence of that faith in God's promises, whereby he was justified, and his Person accepted with God;) though that also: ] r-crq n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst pns31 vvd np1, cc pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 (c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1 vhd vbn dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp npg1 n2, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, cc po31 n1 vvn p-acp np1;) cs cst av: (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 253
2861 but they doe withall import the iustification of the Action, at least thus farre, that how soeuer measured by the common rules of life it might seeme an vniust action, but they do withal import the justification of the Actium, At least thus Far, that how soever measured by the Common rules of life it might seem an unjust actium, cc-acp pns32 vdb av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp ds av av-j, cst c-crq av vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 pn31 vmd vvi dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 253
2862 and a rash attempt at the least, if not an haynous murder, as being done by a priuate man without the warrant of authoritie; and a rash attempt At the least, if not an heinous murder, as being done by a private man without the warrant of Authority; cc dt j n1 p-acp dt ds, cs xx dt j n1, c-acp vbg vdn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 253
2863 yet was it indeed, not onely in regard of the intent a zealous action, as done for the honour of God, yet was it indeed, not only in regard of the intent a zealous actium, as done for the honour of God, av vbds pn31 av, xx av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 dt j n1, c-acp vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 253
2864 but also for the ground and warrant of it, as done by the speciall secret direction of Gods holy Spirit, a iust and a righteous action. but also for the ground and warrant of it, as done by the special secret direction of God's holy Spirit, a just and a righteous actium. cc-acp av c-acp dt n1 cc vvb pp-f pn31, c-acp vdn p-acp dt j j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, dt j cc dt j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 253
2865 Possibly this very word of standing vp importeth that extraordinary spirit. Possibly this very word of standing up imports that extraordinary Spirit. av-j d j n1 pp-f vvg a-acp vvz d j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 253
2866 For of those Worthies, whom God at seuerall times endowed with Heroicall spirits to attempt some speciall worke for the deliuery of his Church, the Scriptures vse to speake in words and phrases much like this. For of those Worthies, whom God At several times endowed with Heroical spirits to attempt Some special work for the delivery of his Church, the Scriptures use to speak in words and phrases much like this. p-acp pp-f d n2-j, r-crq np1 p-acp j n2 vvn p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2 av-d av-j d. (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 253
2867 It is often said in the booke of Iudges, that God raised vp such and such to iudge Israel, It is often said in the book of Judges, that God raised up such and such to judge Israel, pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cst np1 vvn a-acp d cc d pc-acp vvi np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 253
2868 and that Deborah and Iair and others rose vp to defend Israel: and that Deborah and Iair and Others rose up to defend Israel: cc cst np1 cc j cc n2-jn vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi np1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 253
2869 that is, the Spirit of God came vpon them, as is said of Othoniel Iudg. 3. and by a secret, that is, the Spirit of God Come upon them, as is said of Othniel Judges 3. and by a secret, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno32, c-acp vbz vvn pp-f np1 np1 crd cc p-acp dt j-jn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 253
2870 but powerfull instinct, put them vpon those braue and noble attempts, they vndertooke and effected for the good of his Church. but powerful instinct, put them upon those brave and noble attempts, they undertook and effected for the good of his Church. cc-acp j n1, vvd pno32 p-acp d j cc j n2, pns32 vvd cc vvn p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 253
2871 Raysed by the impulsion of that powerfull spirit, which admitteth no slow debatements, Phinehes standeth vp: and feeling himselfe called not to deliberate, but act, without casting of scruples, or fore-casting of dangers, or expecting commission from men when hee had his warrant sealed within, he taketh his weapon, dispatcheth his errant, Raised by the impulsion of that powerful Spirit, which admitteth no slow debatements, Phinehas Stands up: and feeling himself called not to deliberate, but act, without casting of scruples, or forecasting of dangers, or expecting commission from men when he had his warrant sealed within, he Takes his weapon, dispatcheth his errant, j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, r-crq vvz dx j n2, n2 vvz a-acp: cc vvg px31 vvd xx p-acp j, p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pp-f n2, cc j pp-f n2, cc vvg n1 p-acp n2 c-crq pns31 vhd po31 vvb vvd a-acp, pns31 vvz po31 n1, vvz po31 j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 254
2872 and leaueth the euent to the prouidence of God. and Leaveth the event to the providence of God. cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 254
2873 Let no man now, vnlesse hee be able to demonstrate Phinehes spirit, presume to imitate his fact. Those Opera liberi spiritus, as Diuines call them, Let no man now, unless he be able to demonstrate Phinehas Spirit, presume to imitate his fact. Those Opera Liberi spiritus, as Divines call them, vvb dx n1 av, cs pns31 vbb j pc-acp vvi n2 n1, vvb pc-acp vvi po31 n1. d fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp n2-jn vvb pno32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 254
2874 as they proceeded from an extraordinary spirit, so they were done for speciall purposes: as they proceeded from an extraordinary Spirit, so they were done for special Purposes: c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp dt j n1, av pns32 vbdr vdn p-acp j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 254
2875 but were neuer intended, either by God that inspired them, or by those Worthies that did them, for ordinary or generall examples. but were never intended, either by God that inspired them, or by those Worthies that did them, for ordinary or general Examples. cc-acp vbdr av-x vvn, av-d p-acp np1 cst vvd pno32, cc p-acp d n2-j cst vdd pno32, c-acp j cc j n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 254
2876 The errour is dangerous, from the priuiledged examples of some few exempted ones to take liberty to transgresse the common rules of Life and of Lawes. The error is dangerous, from the privileged Examples of Some few exempted ones to take liberty to transgress the Common rules of Life and of Laws. dt n1 vbz j, p-acp dt vvn n2 pp-f d d vvn pi2 p-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 254
2877 It is most true indeed, the Spirit of God is a free Spirit, and not tyed to strictnesse of rule, nor limited by any bounds of Lawes. But yet that free spirit hath astricted thee to a regular course of life, and bounded thee with Lawes: It is most true indeed, the Spirit of God is a free Spirit, and not tied to strictness of Rule, nor limited by any bounds of Laws. But yet that free Spirit hath astricted thee to a regular course of life, and bounded thee with Laws: pn31 vbz av-ds j av, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1, cc xx vvn p-acp n1 pp-f vvi, ccx j-vvn a-acp d n2 pp-f n2. p-acp av d j n1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvn pno21 p-acp n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 254
2878 which if thou transgresse, no pretension of the Spirit can either excuse thee from sinne, or exempt thee from punishment. It is not now euery way, which if thou transgress, no pretension of the Spirit can either excuse thee from sin, or exempt thee from punishment. It is not now every Way, r-crq cs pns21 vvb, dx n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb d vvb pno21 p-acp n1, cc j pno21 p-acp n1. pn31 vbz xx av d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 254
2879 as it was before the comming of Christ, and the sealing vp of the Scripture Canon: as it was before the coming of christ, and the sealing up of the Scripture Canon: c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, cc dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 254
2880 God hauing now settled a perpetuall forme of gouernment in his Church; and giuen vs a perfect and constant rule, whereby to walke, euen his holy word. God having now settled a perpetual Form of government in his Church; and given us a perfect and constant Rule, whereby to walk, even his holy word. np1 vhg av vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1; cc vvn pno12 dt j cc j n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi, av po31 j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 254
2881 And wee are not therefore now vainly to expect, nor boastingly to pretend a priuate spirit, to lead vs against, or beyond, or but beside the common rule: And we Are not Therefore now vainly to expect, nor boastingly to pretend a private Spirit, to led us against, or beyond, or but beside the Common Rule: cc pns12 vbr xx av av av-j p-acp vvb, ccx av-j p-acp vvb dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp, cc p-acp, cc p-acp p-acp dt j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 254
2882 nay wee are commanded to try all preten•ions of priuate spirits by that common rule. Ad legem & ad testimonium, to the Law, and to the Testimony: nay we Are commanded to try all preten•ions of private spirits by that Common Rule. Ad legem & ad testimonium, to the Law, and to the Testimony: uh-x pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp d j n1. fw-la fw-la cc fw-la n1, p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 254
2883 at this Test examine and try the spirits, whether they are of God, or no. At this Test examine and try the spirits, whither they Are of God, or no. p-acp d n1 vvi cc vvb dt n2, cs pns32 vbr pp-f np1, cc av-dx. (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 255
2884 If any thing within vs, if any thing without vs exalt it selfe against the obedience of this rule; If any thing within us, if any thing without us exalt it self against the Obedience of this Rule; cs d n1 p-acp pno12, cs d n1 p-acp pno12 vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 255
2885 it is no sweete impulsion of the holy spirit of God, but a strong delusion of the lying spirit of Sathan. it is no sweet impulsion of the holy Spirit of God, but a strong delusion of the lying Spirit of Sathan. pn31 vbz dx j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 255
2886 But is not all that is written, written for our Example? or why else is Phinehes act recorded and commended, But is not all that is written, written for our Exampl? or why Else is Phinehas act recorded and commended, cc-acp vbz xx d cst vbz vvn, vvn p-acp po12 n1? cc c-crq av vbz n2 n1 vvn cc vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 255
2887 if it may not bee followed? First, indeed S. Paul saith, All that is written is written for our learning: if it may not be followed? First, indeed S. Paul Says, All that is written is written for our learning: cs pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn? ord, av n1 np1 vvz, d cst vbz vvn vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 255
2888 but Learning is one thing, and Example is another; but Learning is one thing, and Exampl is Another; p-acp vvg vbz crd n1, cc n1 vbz j-jn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 255
2889 and we learne something from that which we may not follow. Besides, there are Examples for Admonition, as well as for Imitation. Malefactors at the place of execution, and we Learn something from that which we may not follow. Beside, there Are Examples for Admonition, as well as for Imitation. Malefactors At the place of execution, cc pns12 vvb pi p-acp d r-crq pns12 vmb xx vvi. a-acp, pc-acp vbr n2 p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1. n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 255
2890 when they wish the by-standers to take Example by them, bequeath them not Imitation of their courses, what to doe ; when they wish the bystanders to take Exampl by them, Bequeath them not Imitation of their courses, what to do; c-crq pns32 vvb dt n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32, vvb pno32 xx n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq p-acp vdb; (12) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 255
2891 but Admonition from their punishments, what to shunne: Yea thirdly, euen the commended actions of good men are not euer exemplary in the very substance of the Action it selfe; but Admonition from their punishments, what to shun: Yea Thirdly, even the commended actions of good men Are not ever exemplary in the very substance of the Actium it self; cc-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq p-acp vvi: uh ord, av-j dt j-vvn n2 pp-f j n2 vbr xx av j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 255
2892 but in some vertuous and gracious affections, that giue life and lustre thereunto. And so this act of Phinehes is imitable: but in Some virtuous and gracious affections, that give life and lustre thereunto. And so this act of Phinehas is imitable: cc-acp p-acp d j cc j n2, cst vvb n1 cc n1 av. cc av d n1 pp-f n2 vbz j: (12) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 255
2893 Not that either any priuate man should dare by his example to vsurpe the Magistrates office, Not that either any private man should Dare by his Exampl to usurp the Magistrates office, xx cst d d j n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 255
2894 and to doe iustice vpon Malefactors without a Calling ; and to do Justice upon Malefactors without a Calling; cc pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt vvg; (12) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 255
2895 or that any Magistrate should dare by his Example, to cut off gracelesse offenders without a due iudiciall course: but that euery man, who is by vertue of his Calling endewed with lawfull authority to execute iustice vpon transgressours, should set himselfe to it with that stoutnesse and courage and zeale, which was in Phinehes. or that any Magistrate should Dare by his Exampl, to Cut off graceless offenders without a due judicial course: but that every man, who is by virtue of his Calling endued with lawful Authority to execute Justice upon transgressors, should Set himself to it with that stoutness and courage and zeal, which was in Phinehas. cc cst d n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp j n2 p-acp dt j-jn j n1: p-acp cst d n1, r-crq vbz p-acp n1 pp-f po31 vvg vvd p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2, vmd vvi px31 p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1 cc n1 cc n1, r-crq vbds p-acp n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 256
2896 If you will needs then imitate Phinehes, imitate him in that, for which he is commended and rewarded by God, If you will needs then imitate Phinehas, imitate him in that, for which he is commended and rewarded by God, cs pn22 vmb av av vvi n2, vvb pno31 p-acp d, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 256
2897 and for which hee is renowned amongst men: and that is not barely the Action, the thing done; and for which he is renowned among men: and that is not barely the Actium, the thing done; cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz j-vvn p-acp n2: cc cst vbz xx av-j dt n1, dt n1 vdn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 256
2898 but the Affection, the zeale wherewith it was done. but the Affection, the zeal wherewith it was done. cc-acp dt n1, dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbds vdn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 256
2899 For that zeale God commendeth him, Num. 25. vers. 11. [ Phinehes the son of Eleazar, the sonne of Aaron the Priest, hath turned away my wrath from the children of Israel, For that zeal God commends him, Num. 25. vers. 11. [ Phinehas the son of Eleazar, the son of Aaron the Priest, hath turned away my wrath from the children of Israel, p-acp d n1 np1 vvz pno31, np1 crd fw-la. crd [ n2 dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, vhz vvn av po11 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 256
2900 whilest he was zealous for my sake among them. whilst he was zealous for my sake among them. cs pns31 vbds j p-acp po11 n1 p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 256
2901 ] And for that zeale God rewardeth him, Ibid. vers. 13. [ Hee shall haue and his seed after him the Couenant of an euerlasting Priesthood, ] And for that zeal God Rewardeth him, Ibid vers. 13. [ He shall have and his seed After him the Covenant of an everlasting Priesthood, ] cc c-acp d n1 np1 vvz pno31, np1 fw-la. crd [ pns31 vmb vhi cc po31 n1 p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 256
2902 because hee was zealous for his God. ] And for that zeale, did posterity praise him: Because he was zealous for his God. ] And for that zeal, did posterity praise him: c-acp pns31 vbds j p-acp po31 n1. ] cc c-acp d n1, vdd n1 vvb pno31: (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 256
2903 the wise son of Sirac, Eccl. 45. and good old Mattathias vpon his death-bed, 1 Macc. 2. And may not this phrase of speech, He stood vp and executed iudgement, very well imply that forwardnesse and heate of zeale? To my seeming it may. the wise son of Sirach, Ecclesiastes 45. and good old Mattathias upon his deathbed, 1 Maccabees 2. And may not this phrase of speech, He stood up and executed judgement, very well imply that forwardness and heat of zeal? To my seeming it may. dt j n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd cc j j np1 p-acp po31 n1, crd np1 crd cc vmb xx d n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd a-acp cc vvn n1, av av vvi d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1? p-acp po11 vvg pn31 vmb. (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 256
2904 For whereas Moses and all the Congregation sate weeping (a gesture often accompanying sorrow,) or perhaps, For whereas Moses and all the Congregation sat weeping (a gesture often accompanying sorrow,) or perhaps, p-acp cs np1 cc d dt n1 vvd vvg (dt n1 av vvg n1,) cc av, (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 256
2905 yet more to expresse their sorrow, lay graueling vpon the Earth, mourning and sorrowing for their sinne, and for the Plague: it could not be, yet more to express their sorrow, lay graveling upon the Earth, mourning and sorrowing for their sin, and for the Plague: it could not be, av av-dc pc-acp vvi po32 n1, vvb vvg p-acp dt n1, n1 cc vvg p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp dt n1: pn31 vmd xx vbi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 256
2906 but the bold lewdnesse of Zimri in bringing his strumpet with such impudence before their noses, must needs adde much to the griefe, but the bold Lewdness of Zimri in bringing his strumpet with such impudence before their noses, must needs add much to the grief, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n2, vmb av vvi d p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 256
2907 and bring fresh vexation to the soules of all that were righteous among them. But the rest continued, though with double griefe, yet in the same course of humiliation, and bring fresh vexation to the Souls of all that were righteous among them. But the rest continued, though with double grief, yet in the same course of humiliation, cc vvi j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vbdr j p-acp pno32. p-acp dt n1 vvd, cs p-acp j-jn n1, av p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 256
2908 and in the same posture of body, as before. and in the same posture of body, as before. cc p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1, c-acp a-acp. (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 257
2909 Only Phinehes, burning with an holy indignation, thought it was now no time to sit still, and weepe: Only Phinehas, burning with an holy Indignation, Thought it was now no time to fit still, and weep: j n2, vvg p-acp dt j n1, vvd pn31 vbds av dx n1 p-acp vvb av, cc vvi: (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 257
2910 but rowzing vp himselfe, and his spirits with zeale as hot as fire, hee stood vp from the place where he was, but rousing up himself, and his spirits with zeal as hight as fire, he stood up from the place where he was, p-acp j-vvg a-acp px31, cc po31 n2 p-acp n1 c-acp j c-acp n1, pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds, (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 257
2911 and made hast to execute iudgement. Here is a rich example for all you to imitate, whom it doth concerne: and made haste to execute judgement. Here is a rich Exampl for all you to imitate, whom it does concern: cc vvd n1 pc-acp vvi n1. av vbz dt j n1 p-acp d pn22 pc-acp vvi, r-crq pn31 vdz vvi: (12) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 257
2912 I speake not only, nor indeed so much, to you the Honourable and reuerend Iudge of this Circuit; I speak not only, nor indeed so much, to you the Honourable and reverend Judge of this Circuit; pns11 vvb xx av-j, ccx av av av-d, p-acp pn22 dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f d n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 257
2913 of whose zeale to doe iustice and iudgement I am by so much the better perswaded, by how much the eminency of your place, and the weight of your charge, and the expectation of the people doth with greater importunity exact it at your hands: of whose zeal to do Justice and judgement I am by so much the better persuaded, by how much the eminency of your place, and the weight of your charge, and the expectation of the people does with greater importunity exact it At your hands: pp-f rg-crq n1 pc-acp vdi n1 cc n1 pns11 vbm p-acp av av-d dt av-jc vvn, p-acp c-crq av-d dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po22 vvb, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz p-acp jc n1 vvb pn31 p-acp po22 n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 257
2914 But I speake withall, and most especially to all you, that are in commission of the Peace, and whose daily and continuall care it should bee, to see the wholsome lawes of the Realme duly and seasonably executed. But I speak withal, and most especially to all you, that Are in commission of the Peace, and whose daily and continual care it should be, to see the wholesome laws of the Realm duly and seasonably executed. cc-acp pns11 vvb av, cc av-ds av-j p-acp d pn22, cst vbr p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc rg-crq j cc j n1 pn31 vmd vbi, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 av-jn cc av-j vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 257
2915 Yea, and to all you also, that haue any office appertaining to iustice, or any businesse about these Courts, Yea, and to all you also, that have any office appertaining to Justice, or any business about these Courts, uh, cc p-acp d pn22 av, cst vhb d n1 vvg p-acp n1, cc d n1 p-acp d n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 257
2916 so as it may lie in you to giue any kinde of furtherance to the speeding either of Iustice in Ciuill, or of iudgement in Criminall causes. so as it may lie in you to give any kind of furtherance to the speeding either of justice in Civil, or of judgement in Criminal Causes. av c-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-vvg d pp-f n1 p-acp j, cc pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 257
2917 Looke vpon the zeale of Phinehes: obserue what approbation it had from God; Look upon the zeal of Phinehas: observe what approbation it had from God; n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: vvb q-crq n1 pn31 vhd p-acp np1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 257
2918 what a blessing it procured to his seed after him, what glorious renowne it hath wonne him with all after-ages; what a blessing it procured to his seed After him, what glorious renown it hath won him with all Afterages; r-crq dt vvg pn31 vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq j n1 pn31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp d n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 257
2919 what ease it did, and what good it wrought for the present state: and thinke if it bee not worthy your imitation. what ease it did, and what good it wrought for the present state: and think if it be not worthy your imitation. r-crq n1 pn31 vdd, cc r-crq j pn31 vvd p-acp dt j n1: cc vvb cs pn31 vbb xx j po22 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2920 It is good, saith the Apostle, to bee zealously affected alwayes in a good thing. It is good, Says the Apostle, to be zealously affected always in a good thing. pn31 vbz j, vvz dt n1, pc-acp vbi av-j vvn av p-acp dt j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2921 And is it not a good thing to doe iustice, and to execute iudgement? nay, Religion excepted (and the care of that is a branch of justice too) doe you know any better thing? any thing you can doe, more acceptable to God, more seruiceable to the State, more comfortable to your owne soules? If you bee called to the Magistracy; And is it not a good thing to do Justice, and to execute judgement? nay, Religion excepted (and the care of that is a branch of Justice too) do you know any better thing? any thing you can do, more acceptable to God, more serviceable to the State, more comfortable to your own Souls? If you be called to the Magistracy; cc vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 pc-acp vdi n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1? uh-x, n1 vvd (cc dt n1 pp-f d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 av) vdb pn22 vvi d jc n1? d n1 pn22 vmb vdi, av-dc j p-acp np1, av-dc j p-acp dt n1, av-dc j p-acp po22 d n2? cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2922 it is your owne businesse, as the proper worke of your calling: it is your own business, as the proper work of your calling: pn31 vbz po22 d n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 n-vvg: (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2923 and men account him no wiser than hee should be, that sluggeth in his own busines, or goeth heartlesly about it. and men account him no Wiser than he should be, that sluggeth in his own business, or Goes heartlessly about it. cc n2 vvb pno31 av-dx jc cs pns31 vmd vbi, cst vvz p-acp po31 d n1, cc vvz av-j p-acp pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2924 It is the Kings businesse, who hath entrusted you with it ▪ & he is scarce a good subiect, that slacketh the Kings busines, It is the Kings business, who hath Entrusted you with it ▪ & he is scarce a good Subject, that slacketh the Kings business, pn31 vbz dt n2 n1, r-crq vhz vvn pn22 p-acp pn31 ▪ cc pns31 vbz av-j dt j n-jn, cst vvz dt ng1 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2925 or doth it to the halues. Nay it is the Lords busines ; or does it to the halves. Nay it is the lords business; cc vdz pn31 p-acp dt n2-jn. uh-x pn31 vbz dt n2 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2926 for yee iudge not for man, but for the Lord, who is with you in the cause and in the iudgement: for ye judge not for man, but for the Lord, who is with you in the cause and in the judgement: p-acp pn22 vvb xx p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2927 and Cursed is hee that doth the Lords businesse negligently. and Cursed is he that does the lords business negligently. cc vvn vbz pns31 cst vdz dt ng1 n1 av-j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2928 That you may therefore doe (all vnder one) your owne businesse, and the Kings businesse, That you may Therefore do (all under one) your own business, and the Kings business, cst pn22 vmb av vdi (d p-acp crd) po22 d n1, cc dt ng1 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2929 and the Lords businesse, with that zeale and forwardnesse, which becommeth you in so waightie an affaire: and the lords business, with that zeal and forwardness, which becomes you in so weighty an affair: cc dt n2 n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1, r-crq vvz pn22 p-acp av j dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2930 lay this patterne before your eyes and hearts? See what Phinehes did: lay this pattern before your eyes and hearts? See what Phinehas did: vvb d n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2? vvb r-crq n2 vdd: (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2931 and thereby both examine what hitherto you haue done, and learne what henceforth you should doe. and thereby both examine what hitherto you have done, and Learn what henceforth you should do. cc av d vvb r-crq av pn22 vhb vdn, cc vvb r-crq av pn22 vmd vdi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 258
2932 First; Phinehes doth not poast off the matter to others: the feruency of his zeale made him willing to be himselfe the Actor. First; Phinehas does not post off the matter to Others: the fervency of his zeal made him willing to be himself the Actor. ord; n2 vdz xx vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp n2-jn: dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvd pno31 j pc-acp vbi px31 dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 258
2933 He harboured no such coole thoughts ; as too many Magistrates doe: He Harboured no such cool thoughts; as too many Magistrates do: pns31 vvd dx d j n2; c-acp av d n2 vdb: (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 258
2934 [ Here is a shamefull crime committed, by a shamelesse person, and in a shamelesse manner: pity such an audacious offender should goe vnpunished. My heart riseth against him; [ Here is a shameful crime committed, by a shameless person, and in a shameless manner: pity such an audacious offender should go unpunished. My heart Riseth against him; [ av vbz dt j n1 vvn, p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1: vvb d dt j n1 vmd vvi j-vvn-u. po11 n1 vvz p-acp pno31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2935 and much adoe I haue to refraine, from being my selfe his executioner, rather than hee should carry it away thus. and much ado I have to refrain, from being my self his executioner, rather than he should carry it away thus. cc d n1 pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi, p-acp vbg po11 n1 po31 n1, av-c cs pns31 vmd vvi pn31 av av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2936 But why should I deriue the enuy of the fact vpon my selfe, and but gaine the imputation of a busie officious fellow, in being more forward than others? A thousand more saw it, as well as I; But why should I derive the envy of the fact upon my self, and but gain the imputation of a busy officious fellow, in being more forward than Others? A thousand more saw it, as well as I; p-acp q-crq vmd pns11 vvi dt vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1, p-acp vbg av-dc j cs n2-jn? dt crd n1 vvd pn31, c-acp av c-acp pns11; (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2937 whom it concerneth as neerely as it doth me: whom it concerns as nearly as it does me: ro-crq pn31 vvz a-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vdz pno11: (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2938 and if none of them will stirre in it, why should I? Doubtlesse my vncle Moses, and my father Eleazar, and they that are in place of authority will not let it passe so; and if none of them will stir in it, why should I? Doubtless my uncle Moses, and my father Eleazar, and they that Are in place of Authority will not let it pass so; cc cs pix pp-f pno32 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, q-crq vmd pns11? av-j po11 n1 np1, cc po11 n1 np1, cc pns32 cst vbr p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi pn31 vvi av; (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2939 but will call him to account for it, and giue him condigne punishment. but will call him to account for it, and give him condign punishment. cc-acp vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc vvi pno31 j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2940 If I should doe it, it would be thought but the attempt of a rash young fellow. If I should do it, it would be Thought but the attempt of a rash young fellow. cs pns11 vmd vdi pn31, pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2941 It will bee better discretion therefore to forbeare, and to giue my betters leaue to goe before mee. It will be better discretion Therefore to forbear, and to give my betters leave to go before me. pn31 vmb vbi jc n1 av pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi po11 n2-j vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2942 ] Such pretensions as these would haue kept off Phinehes from this noble exploit, if hee had beene of the temper of some of ours: ] Such pretensions as these would have kept off Phinehas from this noble exploit, if he had been of the temper of Some of ours: ] d n2 c-acp d vmd vhi vvn a-acp n2 p-acp d j n1, cs pns31 vhd vbn pp-f dt n1 pp-f d pp-f png12: (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2943 who owe it to nothing so much as their lukewarmnesse, that they haue at least some reputation of being moderate and discreete men. who owe it to nothing so much as their lukewarmness, that they have At least Some reputation of being moderate and discreet men. r-crq vvb pn31 p-acp pix av av-d c-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vhb p-acp ds d n1 pp-f vbg j cc j n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2944 But true zeale is more forward, than manerly: and will not lose the opportunity of doing what it ought, for waiting till others begin. But true zeal is more forward, than mannerly: and will not loose the opportunity of doing what it ought, for waiting till Others begin. p-acp j n1 vbz av-dc av-j, cs j: cc vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f vdg q-crq pn31 vmd, p-acp vvg c-acp n2-jn vvb. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2945 Alas, if euery man should be so squeamish, as many are; nothing at all would be done. Alas, if every man should be so squeamish, as many Are; nothing At all would be done. np1, cs d n1 vmd vbi av j, p-acp d vbr; pix p-acp av-d vmd vbi vdn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2946 And therefore the good Magistrate must consider, not what others doe ; And Therefore the good Magistrate must Consider, not what Others do; cc av dt j n1 vmb vvi, xx r-crq n2-jn vdb; (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 259
2947 but what both he and they are in conscience bound to doe: and though there should bee many more ioyned with him in the same common care, but what both he and they Are in conscience bound to do: and though there should be many more joined with him in the same Common care, cc-acp q-crq d pns31 cc pns32 vbr p-acp n1 vvn pc-acp vdi: cc cs pc-acp vmd vbi d dc vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt d j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2948 and with equall power, yet hee must resolue to take that common affaire no otherwise into his speciall care, and with equal power, yet he must resolve to take that Common affair no otherwise into his special care, cc p-acp j-jn n1, av pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d j n1 dx av p-acp po31 j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2949 than if hee were left alone therein, and the whole burden lay vpon his shoulders: than if he were left alone therein, and the Whole burden lay upon his shoulders: cs cs pns31 vbdr vvn av-j av, cc dt j-jn n1 vvd p-acp po31 n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2950 As when sundry persons are so bound in one common bond for the payment of one entire summe coniunctim & diuisim, euery one per se in toto & infolidum, that euery particular person by himselfe is as well lyable to the payment of the whole, as they all together are. As when sundry Persons Are so bound in one Common bound for the payment of one entire sum Conjointly & Divisim, every one per se in toto & infolidum, that every particular person by himself is as well liable to the payment of the Whole, as they all together Are. c-acp c-crq j n2 vbr av vvn p-acp crd j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd j n1 n1 cc n1, d crd fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la cc fw-la, cst d j n1 p-acp px31 vbz p-acp av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, c-acp pns32 d av vbr. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2951 Admit loose or idle people (for who can hold their tongues?) shall for thy diligence say, thou art an hard and austere man, Admit lose or idle people (for who can hold their tongues?) shall for thy diligence say, thou art an hard and austere man, vvb j cc j n1 (c-acp r-crq vmb vvi po32 n2?) vmb p-acp po21 n1 vvi, pns21 vb2r dt j cc j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2952 or busiest thy selfe more, than thou hast thanke for thy labour. or Busiest thy self more, than thou hast thank for thy labour. cc js po21 n1 av-dc, cs pns21 vh2 vvb p-acp po21 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2953 First, that man neuer cared to doe well, that is affraid to heare ill, Hee that obserueth the winde, saith Salomon, shall not sow ; First, that man never cared to do well, that is afraid to hear ill, He that observeth the wind, Says Solomon, shall not sow; ord, cst n1 av-x vvd pc-acp vdi av, cst vbz j pc-acp vvi j-jn, pns31 cst vvz dt n1, vvz np1, vmb xx vvi; (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2954 and the words (especially of idle people) are no better. and the words (especially of idle people) Are no better. cc dt n2 (av-j pp-f j n1) vbr dx jc. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2955 Secondly, Hee maketh an ill purchase, that forgoeth the least part of his dutie, to gaine a little popularity: Secondly, He makes an ill purchase, that forgeth the least part of his duty, to gain a little popularity: ord, pns31 vvz dt j-jn n1, cst vvz dt ds n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2956 the breath of the people being but a sorry plaster for a wounded conscience. the breath of the people being but a sorry plaster for a wounded conscience. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2957 Thirdly, what a man by strict and seuere execution of Iustice loseth in the breadth, he cōmonly gaineth it all and more in the weight, and in the length of his Credit. A kinde quiet man ; Thirdly, what a man by strict and severe execution of justice loses in the breadth, he commonly gains it all and more in the weight, and in the length of his Credit. A kind quiet man; ord, r-crq dt n1 p-acp j cc j n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pns31 av-j vvz pn31 d cc av-dc p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. dt n1 j-jn n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2958 that carryeth it for the present and in the voyce of the multitude: that Carrieth it for the present and in the voice of the multitude: cst vvz pn31 p-acp dt j cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2959 but it is the more solide and the more lasting praise to be reputed in the opinion of the better and the wiser sort a Iust man, and a good Patriot, or Common-wealths-man. but it is the more solid and the more lasting praise to be reputed in the opinion of the better and the Wiser sort a Just man, and a good Patriot, or Commonwealthsman. cc-acp pn31 vbz dt av-dc j cc dt av-dc j-vvg n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jc cc dt jc n1 dt j n1, cc dt j n1, cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 260
2960 Fourthly, if all should condemne thee for that, wherein thou hast done but well: Fourthly, if all should condemn thee for that, wherein thou hast done but well: ord, cs d vmd vvi pno21 p-acp d, c-crq pns21 vh2 vdn p-acp av: (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 261
2961 thy comfort is, thine owne conscience shall bestead thee more than a thousand witnesses, and stand for thee against tenne thousand tongues, at that last great day, when the hearts of all men shall be made manifest, thy Comfort is, thine own conscience shall besteaded thee more than a thousand Witnesses, and stand for thee against tenne thousand tongues, At that last great day, when the hearts of all men shall be made manifest, po21 n1 vbz, po21 d n1 vmb vvn pno21 av-dc cs dt crd n2, cc vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp crd crd n2, p-acp cst ord j n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f d n2 vmb vbi vvn j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 261
2962 & euery man that hath deserued well shall haue praise of God, and not of man. & every man that hath deserved well shall have praise of God, and not of man. cc d n1 cst vhz vvn av vmb vhi n1 pp-f np1, cc xx pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 261
2963 Secondly, Phinehes as hee did not poast off this execution to other men, so hee did not put it off to another day. Phinehes might haue thought thus [ Wee are now in a religious worke, humbling our selues in a publique solemne and frequent assembly before the face of God to appease his iust wrath against vs for our sinnes: Et quod nunc instat agamus. Secondly, Phinehas as he did not post off this execution to other men, so he did not put it off to Another day. Phinehas might have Thought thus [ we Are now in a religious work, humbling our selves in a public solemn and frequent assembly before the face of God to appease his just wrath against us for our Sins: Et quod nunc Instant agamus. ord, n2 c-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi a-acp d n1 p-acp j-jn n2, av pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp j-jn n1. n2 vmd vhi vvn av [ pns12 vbr av p-acp dt j n1, vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt j j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 261
2964 It would bee vnseasonable leauing this worke now: another time may serue as well to inflict deserued punishment vpon that wicked miscreant. It would be unseasonable leaving this work now: Another time may serve as well to inflict deserved punishment upon that wicked miscreant. pn31 vmd vbi j vvg d n1 av: j-jn n1 vmb vvi c-acp av pc-acp vvi j-vvn n1 p-acp d j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 261
2965 ] But zeale will admit no put-offs ; ] But zeal will admit no put-offs; ] p-acp n1 vmb vvi dx n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 261
2966 it is all vpon the spurre, till it be doing what it conceiueth fit to be done. it is all upon the spur, till it be doing what it conceiveth fit to be done. pn31 vbz d p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbb vdg q-crq pn31 vvz j pc-acp vbi vdn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 261
2967 There are no passions of the minde so impetuous, and so impatient of delay as Loue and Anger: and these two are the prime ingredients of true zeale. If any man should haue interposed for Zimri, and taken vpon him to haue mediated with Phinehes for his repriuall: I verily thinke, in that heate he might sooner haue prouoked his owne, There Are no passion of the mind so impetuous, and so impatient of Delay as Love and Anger: and these two Are the prime ingredients of true zeal. If any man should have interposed for Zimri, and taken upon him to have mediated with Phinehas for his reprieval: I verily think, in that heat he might sooner have provoked his own, pc-acp vbr dx n2 pp-f dt n1 av j, cc av j pp-f n1 c-acp n1 cc n1: cc d crd vbr dt j-jn n2 pp-f j n1. cs d n1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp pno31 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1: pns11 av-j vvb, p-acp d n1 pns31 vmd av-c vhi vvn po31 d, (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 261
2968 than haue prorogued Zimries execution. Delayes in any thing that is good, are ill: and in the best things, worst. than have prorogued Zimri's execution. Delays in any thing that is good, Are ill: and in the best things, worst. cs vhb vvn n2 n1. n2 p-acp d n1 cst vbz j, vbr j-jn: cc p-acp dt js n2, js. (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 261
2969 As Waxe when it is chafed, and Iron when it is hot, will take impressions: As Wax when it is chafed, and Iron when it is hight, will take impressions: p-acp vvb c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cc n1 c-crq pn31 vbz j, vmb vvi n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 261
2970 but if the seale or stampe bee not speedily put to, the heate abateth, and they returne to their former hardnesse: but if the seal or stamp be not speedily put to, the heat abateth, and they return to their former hardness: cc-acp cs dt vvi cc n1 vbb xx av-j vvn p-acp, dt n1 vvz, cc pns32 vvb p-acp po32 j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 261
2971 so the best affections of the best men, if they be not taken in the heate, abate, and lessen, & dye. In the administration then of Iustice, and the execution of Iudgement, where there is Zeale, there will be Expedition: and the best way to preserue Zeale where it is, is to vse Expedition. I am not able to say where the want is, or where specially; so the best affections of the best men, if they be not taken in the heat, abate, and lessen, & die. In the administration then of justice, and the execution of Judgement, where there is Zeal, there will be Expedition: and the best Way to preserve Zeal where it is, is to use Expedition. I am not able to say where the want is, or where specially; av dt av-js n2 pp-f dt av-js n2, cs pns32 vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n1, vvb, cc vvi, cc vvi. p-acp dt n1 av pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz n1, a-acp vmb vbi n1: cc dt js n1 pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq pn31 vbz, vbz pc-acp vvi n1. pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 vbz, cc c-crq av-j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 262
2972 but certainely a great want there is generally in this Kingdome of Zeale to Iustice in some that should haue it, but Certainly a great want there is generally in this Kingdom of Zeal to justice in Some that should have it, cc-acp av-j dt j n1 pc-acp vbz av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ng1 p-acp d cst vmd vhi pn31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 262
2973 if that complaint bee as iust, as it is common among men that haue had suites in the Courts, that they haue beene wronged with farre lesse damage than they haue beene righted: there haue beene so many frustratoriae and venatoriae dilationes (as S. Bernard in his times called them) so many lingring and costly delayes vsed. if that complaint be as just, as it is Common among men that have had suits in the Courts, that they have been wronged with Far less damage than they have been righted: there have been so many frustratoriae and venatoriae dilationes (as S. Bernard in his times called them) so many lingering and costly delays used. cs d n1 vbi a-acp j, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 cst vhb vhn n2 p-acp dt n2, cst pns32 vhb vbn vvn p-acp av-j dc n1 cs pns32 vhb vbn vvn: pc-acp vhi vbn av d fw-la cc fw-la fw-la (c-acp np1 np1 p-acp po31 n2 vvd pno32) av d j-vvg cc j n2 vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 262
2974 And for Executing Iudgement vpon Malefactors; And for Executing Judgement upon Malefactors; cc p-acp vvg n1 p-acp n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 262
2975 if Phinehes had suffered Zimri to haue liued but a day longer, for any thing wee know the plague might haue lasted also a day longer: if Phinehas had suffered Zimri to have lived but a day longer, for any thing we know the plague might have lasted also a day longer: cs n2 vhd vvn np1 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 av-jc, c-acp d n1 pns12 vvb dt n1 vmd vhi vvn av dt n1 av-jc: (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 262
2976 and why might not to morrow haue beene as yesterday with them, and lessened the peoples number 23. thousand more: and why might not to morrow have been as yesterday with them, and lessened the peoples number 23. thousand more: cc q-crq vmd xx p-acp n1 vhb vbn p-acp av-an p-acp pno32, cc vvd dt ng1 n1 crd crd dc: (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 262
2977 especially their former crying sinnes hauing receiued a new accession of a double guilt, the guilt of Zimries fact, and the guilt of their conniuence. No racke should make mee confesse, that man to bee truely zealous of Iudgement, who when hee hath power to cut him short, shall but so much as repriue a foule and notorious Malefactor ; especially their former crying Sins having received a new accession of a double guilt, the guilt of Zimri's fact, and the guilt of their connivance. No rack should make me confess, that man to be truly zealous of Judgement, who when he hath power to Cut him short, shall but so much as reprieve a foul and notorious Malefactor; av-j po32 j vvg n2 vhg vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f vvz n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. dx n1 vmd vvi pno11 vvi, cst n1 pc-acp vbi av-j j pp-f n1, r-crq c-crq pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 j, vmb p-acp av av-d c-acp vvi dt j cc j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 262
2978 or grant him any respite or liberty to make his friends, and to sue a pardon. or grant him any respite or liberty to make his Friends, and to sue a pardon. cc vvb pno31 d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 262
2979 Salomon hath told vs, and wee finde it but too true; Solomon hath told us, and we find it but too true; np1 vhz vvn pno12, cc pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp av j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 262
2980 Because sentence against an euill worke is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sonnes of men is fully set in them to doe euill. Thirdly ; Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, Therefore the heart of the Sons of men is Fully Set in them to do evil. Thirdly; p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz xx vvn av-j, av dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi j-jn. ord; (12) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 263
2981 Phinehes was nothing retarded in his resolution by forecasting what ill-will hee might purchase, or into what dangers hee might cast himselfe by executing iudgement vpon two such great personages. Phinehas was nothing retarded in his resolution by forecasting what ill-will he might purchase, or into what dangers he might cast himself by executing judgement upon two such great Personages. n2 vbds pix vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg r-crq n1 pns31 vmd vvi, cc p-acp r-crq n2 pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp crd d j n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 263
2982 The times were such, as wherein sin had gotten head, and was countenanced both with might and multitude: Zimri was a mighty man, a Prince of a chiefe house ; The times were such, as wherein since had got head, and was countenanced both with might and multitude: Zimri was a mighty man, a Prince of a chief house; dt n2 vbdr d, c-acp c-crq n1 vhd vvn n1, cc vbds vvn av-d p-acp vmd cc n1: np1 vbds dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 263
2983 and he that should dare to touch him should be like to pull vpon himselfe the enmity of the whole Tribe of Simeon. It seemeth hee was confident that his might, and he that should Dare to touch him should be like to pull upon himself the enmity of the Whole Tribe of Simeon. It seems he was confident that his might, cc pns31 cst vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. pn31 vvz pns31 vbds j cst po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 263
2984 and popularity in his owne Tribe, would priuiledge him from the enquiry of the Magistrate; and popularity in his own Tribe, would privilege him from the enquiry of the Magistrate; cc n1 p-acp po31 d n1, vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 263
2985 how durst he else haue so braued Moses, and the whole Congregation? And the Woman also was the daughter of one of the fiue Kings of Midian: and could Phinehes thinke that the death of two such great persons could goe vnreuenged? All this Phinehes either forecasteth not, or regardeth not. how durst he Else have so braved Moses, and the Whole Congregation? And the Woman also was the daughter of one of the fiue Kings of Midian: and could Phinehas think that the death of two such great Persons could go unrevenged? All this Phinehas either forecasteth not, or Regardeth not. q-crq vvd pns31 av vhb av vvn np1, cc dt j-jn n1? cc dt n1 av vbds dt n1 pp-f crd pp-f dt crd n2 pp-f jp: cc vmd n2 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f crd d j n2 vmd vvi j? av-d d n2 d vvz xx, cc vvz xx. (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 263
2986 His eye was so fixed vpon the glory of God, that it did not so much as reflect vpon his owne safety: and his thoughts strongly possessed with zeale of the common good, had not any leysure to thinke of priuate dangers. Zeale is euer couragious ; His eye was so fixed upon the glory of God, that it did not so much as reflect upon his own safety: and his thoughts strongly possessed with zeal of the Common good, had not any leisure to think of private dangers. Zeal is ever courageous; po31 n1 vbds av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pn31 vdd xx av av-d c-acp vvb p-acp po31 d n1: cc po31 n2 av-j vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt j j, vhd xx d n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f j n2. n1 vbz av j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 263
2987 and therefore Iethro thought none worthy to bee Magistrates, but such as were men of courage: And hee hath neither Courage nor Zeale in him befitting a Magistrate, that is affraid to doe iustice vpon a great offender The sluggard saith there is a Lyon in the way: and Therefore Jethro Thought none worthy to be Magistrates, but such as were men of courage: And he hath neither Courage nor Zeal in him befitting a Magistrate, that is afraid to do Justice upon a great offender The sluggard Says there is a lion in the Way: cc av np1 vvd pix j pc-acp vbi n2, cc-acp d c-acp vbdr n2 pp-f n1: cc pns31 vhz dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp pno31 vvg dt n1, cst vbz j pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vvz a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 263
2988 and then hee steppeth backward and keepeth aloof off. But the worthy Magistrate would meet with such a Lyon to choose; and then he steppeth backward and Keepeth aloof off. But the worthy Magistrate would meet with such a lion to choose; cc av pns31 vvz av-j cc vvz av a-acp. p-acp dt j n1 vmd vvi p-acp d dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 264
2989 that he might win awe to Gods Ordinance, and make the way passable for others, by tearing such a beast in pieces: that he might win awe to God's Ordinance, and make the Way passable for Others, by tearing such a beast in Pieces: cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp ng1 n1, cc vvi dt n1 j p-acp n2-jn, p-acp vvg d dt n1 p-acp n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 264
2990 and would no more fear to make a Worshipfull thiefe, or a Right worshipfull murtherer (if such a one should come in his Circuite) an example of Iustice, and would no more Fear to make a Worshipful thief, or a Right worshipful murderer (if such a one should come in his Circuit) an Exampl of justice, cc vmd av-dx dc n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc dt av-jn j n1 (cs d dt pi vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1) dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 264
2991 than to twitch vp a poore sheepestealer. Great ones will soone presume of impunity, and meane ones too by their example in time learne to kicke at authority; than to twitch up a poor sheepestealer. Great ones will soon presume of impunity, and mean ones too by their Exampl in time Learn to kick At Authority; cs pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1. j pi2 vmb av vvi pp-f n1, cc vvb pi2 av p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 264
2992 if Magistrates be not forward to maintaine the dignity of their places, by executing Gods Lawes without fauour or feare. Hitherto of the spirit and zeale of Phinehes ; if Magistrates be not forward to maintain the dignity of their places, by executing God's Laws without favour or Fear. Hitherto of the Spirit and zeal of Phinehas; cs n2 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp vvg npg1 n2 p-acp vvb cc vvb. av pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 264
2993 by occasion of this his former Action or gesture of standing vp: There yet remaine to be considered the other action, and the successe of it; by occasion of this his former Actium or gesture of standing up: There yet remain to be considered the other actium, and the success of it; p-acp n1 pp-f d po31 j n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg a-acp: a-acp av vvi pc-acp vbi vvn dt j-jn n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 264
2994 Hee executed iudgement, and the plague was stayed. Both which, because I would not be long, I will ioyn together in the handling; He executed judgement, and the plague was stayed. Both which, Because I would not be long, I will join together in the handling; pns31 vvd n1, cc dt n1 vbds vvn. d r-crq, c-acp pns11 vmd xx vbi j, pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n-vvg; (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 264
2995 when " I shall haue first a little cleered the translation. The Hebrew NONLATINALPHABET here vsed is a word, that hath three different significations: when " I shall have First a little cleared the Translation. The Hebrew Here used is a word, that hath three different significations: c-crq " pns11 vmb vhi ord dt j vvd dt n1. dt njp av vvn vbz dt n1, cst vhz crd j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 264
2996 to Iudge, to Pray, to Appease. And Interpreters haue taken liberty to make choyce of any of the three in translating this place. to Judge, to Pray, to Appease. And Interpreters have taken liberty to make choice of any of the three in translating this place. p-acp n1, p-acp vvb, p-acp vvi. cc n2 vhb vvn n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d pp-f dt crd p-acp n-vvg d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 264
2997 The Greeke rendereth it [ NONLATINALPHABET, ] and the vulgar Latine, which for the most part followeth the Septuagint, [ Placauit: ] as if wee should reade it thus, Then stood vp Phinehes, and made an attonement, or appeased God. The Greek rendereth it [, ] and the Vulgar Latin, which for the most part follows the septuagint, [ Placauit: ] as if we should read it thus, Then stood up Phinehas, and made an atonement, or appeased God. dt jp vvz pn31 [, ] cc dt j jp, r-crq p-acp dt av-ds n1 vvz dt n1, [ fw-la: ] c-acp cs pns12 vmd vvi pn31 av, av vvd a-acp n2, cc vvd dt n1, cc vvn np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 264
2998 And the thing is true, God himselfe testifying of Phinehes, Numb. 25. that by being zealous for God he had turned away his wrath, and made attonement for the children of Israel. And the thing is true, God himself testifying of Phinehas, Numb. 25. that by being zealous for God he had turned away his wrath, and made atonement for the children of Israel. cc dt n1 vbz j, np1 px31 vvg pp-f n2, j. crd cst p-acp vbg j p-acp np1 pns31 vhd vvn av po31 n1, cc vvd n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
2999 The Chaldee interpreteth it by Vetsalle ; The Chaldee interpreteth it by Vetsalle; dt np1 vvz pn31 p-acp vvi; (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3000 and the ordinary English translation of the Psalmes vsually read in our Churches accordingly, [ Then stood vp Phinehes, and prayed. and the ordinary English Translation of the Psalms usually read in our Churches accordingly, [ Then stood up Phinehas, and prayed. cc dt j jp n1 pp-f dt n2 av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2 av-vvg, [ av vvd a-acp n2, cc vvd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3001 ] But Hierome and Vatablus and the best translatours render it according to the most proper signification of the word, ] But Jerome and Vatablus and the best translators render it according to the most proper signification of the word, ] cc-acp np1 cc np1 cc dt js n2 vvb pn31 vvg p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3002 and most fully to the story it selfe, [ Dijudicauit, Hee executed Iudgement. and most Fully to the story it self, [ Dijudicauit, He executed Judgement. cc av-ds av-j p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, [ fw-la, pns31 vvd n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3003 ] Verily Prayer is a speciall meanes to appease Gods wrath, and to remoue his Plagues; ] Verily Prayer is a special means to appease God's wrath, and to remove his Plagues; ] av-j n1 vbz dt j n2 p-acp vvb npg1 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3004 & Prayer is as the salt of the Sacrifice, sanctifying & seasoning euery Action we vndertake: & Prayer is as the salt of the Sacrifice, sanctifying & seasoning every Actium we undertake: cc n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg cc vvg d n1 pns12 vvb: (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3005 and I doubt not but Phinehes, when he lift vp his hand to execute iudgement vpon Zimri & Cosbi, did withall lift vp his heart to God to blesse that action, and I doubt not but Phinehas, when he lift up his hand to execute judgement upon Zimri & Cozbi, did withal lift up his heart to God to bless that actium, cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp n2, c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, vdd av vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3006 and to turne it to good. and to turn it to good. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3007 In which respects, (especially if the word withall will beare it, as it seemeth it will,) some men should haue done well not to haue shewne so much willingnesse to quarrell at the Church-translations in our Seruice-booke, by being clamorous against this very place as a grosse corruption, In which respects, (especially if the word withal will bear it, as it seems it will,) Some men should have done well not to have shown so much willingness to quarrel At the Church translations in our Service book, by being clamorous against this very place as a gross corruption, p-acp r-crq vvz, (av-j cs dt n1 av vmb vvi pn31, c-acp pn31 vvz pn31 vmb,) d n2 vmd vhi vdn av xx pc-acp vhi vvn av d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp vbg j p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3008 and sufficient to iustifie their refusall of subscription to the Booke. and sufficient to justify their refusal of subscription to the Book. cc j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3009 But I will not now trouble either you or my selfe, with farther curiosity in examining translations: But I will not now trouble either you or my self, with farther curiosity in examining Translations: p-acp pns11 vmb xx av vvi d pn22 cc po11 n1, p-acp jc n1 p-acp vvg n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3010 because howsoeuer other translations, that render it praying, or appeasing, may bee allowed either as tolerably good, or at least excusably ill; Because howsoever other Translations, that render it praying, or appeasing, may be allowed either as tolerably good, or At least excusably ill; c-acp c-acp j-jn n2, cst vvb pn31 vvg, cc vvg, vmb vbi vvn av-d p-acp av-j j, cc p-acp ds av-j av-jn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3011 yet this that rendereth it by Executing Iudgement is certainly the best, whether wee consider the course of the Story it selfe, yet this that rendereth it by Executing Judgement is Certainly the best, whither we Consider the course of the Story it self, av d cst vvz pn31 p-acp vvg n1 vbz av-j dt js, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 265
3012 or the propriety of the word in the Originall, or the intent of the Holy Ghost in this Scripture. or the propriety of the word in the Original, or the intent of the Holy Ghost in this Scripture. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 266
3013 And this Action of Phinehes in doing iudgement vpon such a paire of great and bold offenders was so well pleasing vnto God, that his wrath was turned away from Israel, And this Actium of Phinehas in doing judgement upon such a pair of great and bold offenders was so well pleasing unto God, that his wrath was turned away from Israel, cc d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp vdg n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2 vbds av av vvg p-acp np1, cst po31 n1 vbds vvn av p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 266
3014 and the plague which had broken-in vpon them in a sudden and fearefull manner, was immediately stayed thereupon. and the plague which had broken-in upon them in a sudden and fearful manner, was immediately stayed thereupon. cc dt n1 r-crq vhd j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j cc j n1, vbds av-j vvd av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 266
3015 Oh how acceptable a sacrifice to God, aboue the bloud of Bulls and of Goates, is the death of a Malefactor slaughtered by the hand of Iustice! O how acceptable a sacrifice to God, above the blood of Bulls and of Goats, is the death of a Malefactor slaughtered by the hand of justice! uh q-crq j dt vvb p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc pp-f n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1! (12) sermon (DIV1) 215 Page 266
3016 When the Magistrate, who is NONLATINALPHABET, the Minister and Priest of God for this very thing, putteth his knife to the throate of the Beast, When the Magistrate, who is, the Minister and Priest of God for this very thing, putteth his knife to the throat of the Beast, c-crq dt n1, r-crq vbz, dt vvb cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j n1, vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 215 Page 266
3017 and with the fire of an holy zeale for God against sinne offereth him vp in Holocaustum for a whole burnt offering, and for a peace-offering vnto the Lord. and with the fire of an holy zeal for God against sin Offereth him up in Holocaust for a Whole burned offering, and for a peace-offering unto the Lord. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-jn vvn n1, cc p-acp dt j p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 215 Page 266
3018 Samuel •aith, that to obey is better than sacrifice: Samuel •aith, that to obey is better than sacrifice: np1 n1, cst pc-acp vvi vbz jc cs n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 215 Page 266
3019 and Salomon, that to doe iustice and iudgement is more acceptable to the Lord, than sacrifice. and Solomon, that to do Justice and judgement is more acceptable to the Lord, than sacrifice. cc np1, cst pc-acp vdi n1 cc n1 vbz av-dc j p-acp dt n1, cs n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 215 Page 266
3020 Obedience, that is the prime, and the best sacrifice: obedience, that is the prime, and the best sacrifice: n1, cst vbz dt j-jn, cc dt av-js vvi: (12) sermon (DIV1) 215 Page 266
3021 and the second best is the punishment of Disobedience. There is no readier way to appease Gods wrath against sinne, than is the rooting out of sinners: nor can his deputies by any other course turne away his iust iudgements so effectually, and the second best is the punishment of Disobedience. There is no Readier Way to appease God's wrath against sin, than is the rooting out of Sinners: nor can his deputies by any other course turn away his just Judgments so effectually, cc dt vvb js vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp n1, cs vbz dt n-vvg av pp-f n2: ccx vmb po31 n2 p-acp d j-jn n1 vvi av po31 j n2 av av-j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 215 Page 266
3022 as by faithfully executing of Iustice and Iudgement themselues. When Phinehes did this act, the publike body of Israel was in a weake state, as by faithfully executing of justice and Judgement themselves. When Phinehas did this act, the public body of Israel was in a weak state, c-acp p-acp av-j vvg pp-f n1 cc n1 px32. c-crq n2 vdd d n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 215 Page 266
3023 and stood need of a present and sharpe remedy. and stood need of a present and sharp remedy. cc vvd n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 266
3024 In some former distempers of the state, it may bee they had found some ease by dyet, in humbling their soules by fasting ; In Some former distempers of the state, it may be they had found Some ease by diet, in humbling their Souls by fasting; p-acp d j n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vhd vvn d n1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg po32 n2 p-acp j-vvg; (12) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 266
3025 or by an issue in the tongue or eye, in an humble confession of their sinnes, or by an issue in the tongue or eye, in an humble Confessi of their Sins, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 267
3026 and in weeping and mourning for them with teares of repentance. and in weeping and mourning for them with tears of Repentance. cc p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 267
3027 And they did well now to make tryall of those remedies againe, wherein they had found so much helpe in former times: And they did well now to make trial of those remedies again, wherein they had found so much help in former times: cc pns32 vdd av av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d n2 av, c-crq pns32 vhd vvn av av-d vvi p-acp j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 267
3028 especially the remedies being proper for the malady, and such as often may doe good, but neuer can doe harme. especially the remedies being proper for the malady, and such as often may do good, but never can do harm. av-j dt n2 vbg j p-acp dt n1, cc d c-acp av vmb vdi j, cc-acp av-x vmb vdi n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 267
3029 But alas, fasting, and weeping and mourning before the doore of the Tabernacle of the Congregation had not strength enough against those more preualent corruptions, wherewith the State of Israel was then pestered. This Phinehes saw: But alas, fasting, and weeping and mourning before the door of the Tabernacle of the Congregation had not strength enough against those more prevalent corruptions, wherewith the State of Israel was then pestered. This Phinehas saw: p-acp uh, vvg, cc vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhd xx n1 av-d p-acp d dc j n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds av vvn. d n2 vvd: (12) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 267
3030 who well perceiued, that (as in a dangerous pleurisie the party cannot liue vnlesse hee bleed ; who well perceived, that (as in a dangerous pleurisy the party cannot live unless he bleed; r-crq av vvd, cst (c-acp p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vmbx vvi cs pns31 vvb; (12) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 267
3031 so) if there were any good to bee done vpon Israel in this their little lesse than desperate estate, a veyne must be opened, so) if there were any good to be done upon Israel in this their little less than desperate estate, a vein must be opened, av) cs a-acp vbdr d j pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp np1 p-acp d po32 j av-dc cs j n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 267
3032 and some of the ranke bloud let-out for the preseruation of the rest of the body. This course therefore he tryes: and Some of the rank blood let-out for the preservation of the rest of the body. This course Therefore he tries: cc d pp-f dt n1 n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. d n1 av pns31 vvz: (12) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 267
3033 and languishing Israel findeth present ease in it. As soone as the bloud ranne, instantly the griefe ceased: and languishing Israel finds present ease in it. As soon as the blood ran, instantly the grief ceased: cc vvg np1 vvz j n1 p-acp pn31. p-acp av c-acp dt n1 vvd, av-jn dt n1 vvd: (12) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 267
3034 Hee executed iudgement, and the plague was stayed. As God brought vpon that people for their sinnes a fearefull destruction: He executed judgement, and the plague was stayed. As God brought upon that people for their Sins a fearful destruction: pns31 vvd n1, cc dt n1 vbds vvn. p-acp np1 vvd p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n2 dt j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 267
3035 so he hath in his iust wrath sent his destroying Angell against vs for ours. so he hath in his just wrath sent his destroying Angel against us for ours. av pns31 vhz p-acp po31 j n1 vvd po31 vvg n1 p-acp pno12 c-acp png12. (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 267
3036 The sinnes that brought that plague vpon them were Whoredome and Idolatrie. I cannot say the very same sinnes haue caused ours. The Sins that brought that plague upon them were Whoredom and Idolatry. I cannot say the very same Sins have caused ours. dt n2 cst vvd d n1 p-acp pno32 vbdr n1 cc n1. pns11 vmbx vvi dt av d n2 vhb vvn png12. (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 267
3037 For although the execution of good Lawes against both incontinent and idolatrous persons, hath beene of late yeares, For although the execution of good Laws against both incontinent and idolatrous Persons, hath been of late Years, p-acp cs dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp d j cc j n2, vhz vbn pp-f j n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 267
3038 and yet is (wee all know) to say no more slacke enough: and yet is (we all know) to say no more slack enough: cc av vbz (pns12 av-d vvb) pc-acp vvi dx av-dc j av-d: (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 267
3039 yet, (Gods holy name bee blessed for it) neither Idolatry nor Whoredome are at that height of shamelesse impudency & impunity among vs, that they dare braue our Moseses, and out-face whole Congregations, as it was in Israel. But still this is sure, No plague, but for sinne : yet, (God's holy name be blessed for it) neither Idolatry nor Whoredom Are At that height of shameless impudence & impunity among us, that they Dare brave our Moses, and outface Whole Congregations, as it was in Israel. But still this is sure, No plague, but for sin: av, (n2 j n1 vbi vvn p-acp pn31) d n1 ccx n1 vbr p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns32 vvb j po12 n2, cc vvb j-jn n2, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1. p-acp av d vbz j, dx vvi, p-acp p-acp vvb: (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 268
3040 nor nationall Plagues, but for Nationall sinnes. So that albeit none of vs may dare to take vpon vs to bee so farre off Gods counsell, nor national Plagues, but for National Sins. So that albeit none of us may Dare to take upon us to be so Far off God's counsel, ccx j n2, p-acp p-acp j n2. av cst cs pi pp-f pno12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi av av-j a-acp npg1 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 268
3041 as to say for what very sinnes most this plague is sent among vs: as to say for what very Sins most this plague is sent among us: c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq j n2 av-ds d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12: (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 268
3042 yet none of vs can be ignorant, but that besides those secret personall corruptions which are in euery one of vs, yet none of us can be ignorant, but that beside those secret personal corruptions which Are in every one of us, av pix pp-f pno12 vmb vbi j, cc-acp cst p-acp d j-jn j n2 r-crq vbr p-acp d crd pp-f pno12, (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 268
3043 and whereunto euery mans owne heart is priuie, there are many publique and nationall sinnes, whereof the people of this Land are generally guilty, aboundantly sufficient to iustifie God in his dealings towards vs, and whereunto every men own heart is privy, there Are many public and national Sins, whereof the people of this Land Are generally guilty, abundantly sufficient to justify God in his dealings towards us, cc c-crq d vvz d n1 vbz j, pc-acp vbr d j cc j n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbr av-j j, av-j j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno12, (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 268
3044 and to cleere him when hee is iudged. and to clear him when he is judged. cc p-acp vvb pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 268
3045 Our wretched vnthankfulnesse vnto God for the long continuance of his Gospell, and our Peace: our carnall confidence and security in the strength of our woodden and watery walls: Our wretched unthankfulness unto God for the long Continuance of his Gospel, and our Peace: our carnal confidence and security in the strength of our wooden and watery walls: po12 j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc po12 n1: po12 j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j cc j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 268
3046 our ryot and excesse (the noted proper sinne of this Nation) and much intemperate abuse of the good creatures of God in our meates and drinkes and disports and other prouisions and comforts of this life: our riot and excess (the noted proper sin of this nation) and much intemperate abuse of the good creatures of God in our Meats and drinks and disports and other provisions and comforts of this life: po12 n1 cc n1 (dt j-vvn j n1 pp-f d n1) cc d j n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2 cc vvz cc n2 cc j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 268
3047 our Incompassion to our brethren miserably wasted with Warre and Famine in other parts of the world: our Incompassion to our brothers miserably wasted with War and Famine in other parts of the world: po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2 av-j vvn p-acp vvb cc n1 p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 268
3048 our heauy Oppression of our brethren at home, in racking the rents, and cracking the backes, our heavy Oppression of our brothers At home, in racking the rends, and cracking the backs, po12 j n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n1-an, p-acp j-vvg dt n2, cc vvg dt n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 268
3049 and grinding the faces of the poore: and grinding the faces of the poor: cc vvg dt n2 pp-f dt j: (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 268
3050 our cheape and irreuerent regard vnto Gods holy ordinances of his Word, and Sacraments, and Sabbaths, and Ministers: our Wantonnesse and Toyishnesse of vnderstanding, in corrupting the simplicity of our Christian Faith, and troubling the peace of the Church with a thousand niceties and nouelties and vnnecessary wranglings in matters of Religion: our cheap and irreverent regard unto God's holy ordinances of his Word, and Sacraments, and Sabbaths, and Ministers: our Wantonness and Toyishness of understanding, in corrupting the simplicity of our Christian Faith, and troubling the peace of the Church with a thousand niceties and novelties and unnecessary wranglings in matters of Religion: po12 j cc j n1 p-acp npg1 j n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2: po12 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 np1 n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt crd n2 cc n2 cc j-u n2-vvg p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 269
3051 and (to reckon no more) that vniuersall Corruption which is in those which (because they should be such) wee call the Courts of Iustice, by sale of offices, enhauncing of fees, deuising new subtilties both for delay and euasion, trucking for expedition, making trappes of petty penall statutes, and but Cobwebs of the most waighty and materiall Lawes. I doubt not but by the mercy of God many of his seruants in this Land are free from some, and some from all of these common crimes in some good measure: and (to reckon no more) that universal Corruption which is in those which (Because they should be such) we call the Courts of justice, by sale of Offices, enhancing of fees, devising new subtleties both for Delay and evasion, trucking for expedition, making traps of Petty penal statutes, and but Cobwebs of the most weighty and material Laws. I doubt not but by the mercy of God many of his Servants in this Land Are free from Some, and Some from all of these Common crimes in Some good measure: cc (pc-acp vvi av-dx av-dc) cst j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d r-crq (c-acp pns32 vmd vbi d) pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n2, vvg pp-f n2, vvg j n2 av-d p-acp vvb cc n1, vvg p-acp n1, vvg n2 pp-f j j n2, cc p-acp n2 pp-f dt av-ds j cc j-jn n2. pns11 vvb xx cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 d pp-f po31 n2 p-acp d n1 vbr j p-acp d, cc d p-acp d pp-f d j n2 p-acp d j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 269
3052 but I feare mee, not the best of vs all, not a man of vs all, but I Fear me, not the best of us all, not a man of us all, cc-acp pns11 vvb pno11, xx dt av-js pp-f pno12 d, xx dt n1 pp-f pno12 d, (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 269
3053 but are guilty of all or some of them at least thus farre, that we haue not mourned for the corruptions of the times so feelingly, nor endeauoured the reformation of them to our power so faithfully, but Are guilty of all or Some of them At least thus Far, that we have not mourned for the corruptions of the times so feelingly, nor endeavoured the Reformation of them to our power so faithfully, cc-acp vbr j pp-f d cc d pp-f pno32 p-acp ds av av-j, cst pns12 vhb xx vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 av av-vvg, ccx vvn dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp po12 n1 av av-j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 269
3054 as wee ought and might to haue done. as we ought and might to have done. c-acp pns12 vmd cc vmd pc-acp vhi vdn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 269
3055 By these and other sinnes wee haue prouoked Gods heauy iudgement against vs, and the Plague is grieuously broken in vpon vs: By these and other Sins we have provoked God's heavy judgement against us, and the Plague is grievously broken in upon us: p-acp d cc j-jn n2 pns12 vhb vvn n2 j n1 p-acp pno12, cc dt vvb vbz av-j vvn p-acp p-acp pno12: (12) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 269
3056 and now it would be good for vs to know, by what meanes we might best appease his wrath, and stay this Plague. Publique Humiliations haue euer beene thought, and now it would be good for us to know, by what means we might best appease his wrath, and stay this Plague. Public Humiliations have ever been Thought, cc av pn31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq vvz pns12 vmd av-js vvi po31 n1, cc vvb d n1. j n2 vhb av vbn vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 269
3057 and so they are, proper Remedies against Publique Iudgements: To turne vnto the Lord our God with all our heart, and so they Are, proper Remedies against Public Judgments: To turn unto the Lord our God with all our heart, cc av pns32 vbr, j n2 p-acp j n2: p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 po12 np1 p-acp d po12 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 269
3058 and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning; and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning; cc p-acp vvg, cc p-acp vvg, cc p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 269
3059 to sanctifie a fast, and call a solemne assembly, and gather the people and elders together; to sanctify a fast, and call a solemn assembly, and gather the people and Elders together; pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvb dt j n1, cc vvi dt n1 cc n2-jn av; (12) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 269
3060 and weepe before the doore of the tabernacle of the Congregation ; and weep before the door of the tabernacle of the Congregation; cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 269
3061 and to let the Priests the Ministers of the Lord weepe betweene the porch and the altar, and to let the Priests the Ministers of the Lord weep between the porch and the altar, cc p-acp vvb dt n2 dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 270
3062 and to pray the Lord to spare his people, and bee not angry with them for euer. and to pray the Lord to spare his people, and be not angry with them for ever. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vbb xx j p-acp pno32 p-acp av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 270
3063 Neuer did people thus humble themselues with true lowly penitent and obedient hearts, who found not comfort by it in the meane time, Never did people thus humble themselves with true lowly penitent and obedient hearts, who found not Comfort by it in the mean time, av-x vdd n1 av vvi px32 p-acp j j j-jn cc j n2, r-crq vvd xx vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 270
3064 and in the end benefite. And blessed be God who hath put it into the heart of our Moses, with the consent of the Elders of our Israel, by his royall example first, and in the end benefit. And blessed be God who hath put it into the heart of our Moses, with the consent of the Elders of our Israel, by his royal Exampl First, cc p-acp dt n1 n1. cc j-vvn vbi n1 r-crq vhz vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-jn pp-f po12 np1, p-acp po31 j n1 ord, (12) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 270
3065 and then by his royall command, to lay vpon vs a double necessitie of this so religious and profitable a course. and then by his royal command, to lay upon us a double necessity of this so religious and profitable a course. cc av p-acp po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt j-jn n1 pp-f d av j cc j dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 270
3066 But, as our Sauiour told the young man in the Gospell, who said hee had kept the whole Law, Vnum tibi deest, One thing is wanting: But, as our Saviour told the young man in the Gospel, who said he had kept the Whole Law, One tibi deest, One thing is wanting: p-acp, c-acp po12 n1 vvd dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd pns31 vhd vvn dt j-jn n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, crd n1 vbz vvg: (12) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 270
3067 so when wee haue done our best and vtmost, fasted and wept and prayed as constantly and frequently as feruently as wee can; so when we have done our best and utmost, fasted and wept and prayed as constantly and frequently as fervently as we can; av c-crq pns12 vhb vdn po12 js cc j, vvd cc vvd cc vvd c-acp av-j cc av-j c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmb; (12) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 270
3068 vnlesse you the Magistrates and Officers of Iustice bee good vnto vs, one thing will be wanting still; unless you the Magistrates and Officers of justice be good unto us, one thing will be wanting still; cs pn22 dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vbb j p-acp pno12, crd n1 vmb vbi vvg av; (12) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 270
3069 One maine ingredient of singular vertue, without which the whole receipt besides, as precious and soueraigne as it is, may bee taken, and yet faile the cure. One main ingredient of singular virtue, without which the Whole receipt beside, as precious and sovereign as it is, may be taken, and yet fail the cure. crd j n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp r-crq dt j-jn n1 a-acp, c-acp j cc j-jn c-acp pn31 vbz, vmb vbi vvn, cc av vvb dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 270
3070 And that is, the seuere and fearlesse and impartiall Execution of Iudgement. Till wee see a care in the Gods on earth faithfully to execute theirs; And that is, the severe and fearless and impartial Execution of Judgement. Till we see a care in the God's on earth faithfully to execute theirs; cc cst vbz, dt j cc j cc j n1 pp-f n1. c-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1 av-j p-acp vvb png32; (12) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 270
3071 our hopes can be but faint, that the God of heauen will in mercy remoue his iudgements. If God send a Famine into the land; our hope's can be but faint, that the God of heaven will in mercy remove his Judgments. If God send a Famine into the land; po12 n2 vmb vbi p-acp j, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb p-acp n1 vvb po31 n2. cs np1 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 270
3072 let holy Dauid doe what hee can otherwise, it will continue yeare after yeare: so long as iudgement is not done vpon the bloudy house of Saul, for his crueltie in slaying the Gibeonites, God will not bee entreated for the land. One knowne Achan, that hath got a wedge of gold by sacriledge or iniustice, if suffered, is able to trouble a whole Israel: and the Lord will not turne from the fiercenesse of his anger, till hee haue deserued iudgement done vpon him. let holy David do what he can otherwise, it will continue year After year: so long as judgement is not done upon the bloody house of Saul, for his cruelty in slaying the Gibeonites, God will not be entreated for the land. One known achan, that hath god a wedge of gold by sacrilege or injustice, if suffered, is able to trouble a Whole Israel: and the Lord will not turn from the fierceness of his anger, till he have deserved judgement done upon him. vvb j np1 vdi r-crq pns31 vmb av, pn31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1: av av-j c-acp n1 vbz xx vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg dt np1, np1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. crd j-vvn np1, cst vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cs vvn, vbz j p-acp vvb dt j-jn np1: cc dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vhb vvn n1 vdn p-acp pno31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 271
3073 If Israel haue ioyned himselfe vnto Baal-Peor so as the anger of the Lord bee kindled against them ; If Israel have joined himself unto Baal-peor so as the anger of the Lord be kindled against them; cs np1 vhb vvn px31 p-acp np1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno32; (12) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 271
3074 he will not be appeased by any meanes vntill Moses take the heads of the people, he will not be appeased by any means until Moses take the Heads of the people, pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp np1 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 271
3075 and hang them vp before the Lord against the Sunne. and hang them up before the Lord against the Sun. cc vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 271
3076 If the Land be defiled with bloud, it is in vaine to thinke of any other course, If the Land be defiled with blood, it is in vain to think of any other course, cs dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp n1, pn31 vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi pp-f d j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 271
3077 when God himselfe hath pronounced it impossible that the Land should be purged from the bloud that is shed in it, otherwise than by the blood of him that shed it. when God himself hath pronounced it impossible that the Land should be purged from the blood that is shed in it, otherwise than by the blood of him that shed it. c-crq np1 px31 vhz vvn pn31 j cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31, av cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 271
3078 Vp then with the zeale of Phinehes, vp for the loue of God and of his people, all you that are in place of authority. Up then with the zeal of Phinehas, up for the love of God and of his people, all you that Are in place of Authority. a-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f po31 n1, d pn22 cst vbr p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 271
3079 Gird your swords vpon your thigh, and with your jauelins in your hand pursue the Idolater, and the Adulterer, and the Murtherer, and the Oppressour, and euery knowne offender into his tent, Gird your swords upon your thigh, and with your javelins in your hand pursue the Idolater, and the Adulterer, and the Murderer, and the Oppressor, and every known offender into his tent, vvb po22 n2 p-acp po22 n1, cc p-acp po22 n2 p-acp po22 n1 vvi dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, cc d j-vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 271
3080 and naile him to the earth, that hee neuer rise againe to doe more mischiefe. Let it appeare what loue you beare to the State, by your hatred to them: and nail him to the earth, that he never rise again to do more mischief. Let it appear what love you bear to the State, by your hatred to them: cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 av-x vvi av pc-acp vdi dc n1. vvb pn31 vvi r-crq n1 pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, p-acp po22 n1 p-acp pno32: (12) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 271
3081 and shew your pity to vs, by shewing none to them. The destroying Angel of God attendeth vpon you for his dispatch: and show your pity to us, by showing none to them. The destroying Angel of God attends upon you for his dispatch: cc vvb po22 vvb p-acp pno12, p-acp vvg pi p-acp pno32. dt vvg n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp po31 n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 271
3082 if you would but set in stoutly, hee would soone be gone. if you would but Set in stoutly, he would soon be gone. cs pn22 vmd cc-acp vvi p-acp av-j, pns31 vmd av vbi vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 271
3083 Why should either sloath, or feare, or any partiall or corrupt respect whatsoeuer make you cruell to the good, in sparing the bad? or why should you suffer your selues, Why should either sloth, or Fear, or any partial or corrupt respect whatsoever make you cruel to the good, in sparing the bad? or why should you suffer your selves, q-crq vmd d n1, cc vvb, cc d j cc j vvb r-crq vvb pn22 j p-acp dt j, p-acp vvg dt j? cc q-crq vmd pn22 vvi po22 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 271
3084 for want of courage and zeale to execute iudgement, to lose either the opportunity or the glory of being the instruments to appease Gods wrath, for want of courage and zeal to execute judgement, to loose either the opportunity or the glory of being the Instruments to appease God's wrath, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp vvb n1, pc-acp vvi d dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f vbg dt n2 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 272
3085 and to stay his plagues? and to stay his plagues? cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2? (12) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 272
3086 But, for that matters appertaining to Iustice and Iudgement must passe through many hands before they come to yours; But, for that matters appertaining to justice and Judgement must pass through many hands before they come to yours; p-acp, p-acp d n2 vvg p-acp ng1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp png22; (12) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 272
3087 and there may bee so much iuggling vsed in conueighing them from hand to hand, that they may be represented vnto you many times in much different formes from what they were in truth and at the first: and there may be so much juggling used in conveying them from hand to hand, that they may be represented unto you many times in much different forms from what they were in truth and At the First: cc pc-acp vmb vbi av d vvg vvn p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 d n2 p-acp d j n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 cc p-acp dt ord: (12) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 272
3088 that your care and zeale to execute Iustice and Iudgement faithfully according to your knowledge, may not through the fault and miscarriage of other men, faile the blessed end and successe that Phinehes found; that your care and zeal to execute justice and Judgement faithfully according to your knowledge, may not through the fault and miscarriage of other men, fail the blessed end and success that Phinehas found; cst po22 vvb cc n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 av-j vvg p-acp po22 n1, vmb xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n2, vvb dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 cst n2 vvn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 272
3089 I desire that euery of them also as well as you would receiue the word of Exhortation, each in his place and office to set himselfe vprightly and vnpartially as in the sight of God to aduance to the vtmost of his power the due course and administration of Iustice. And for this purpose, by occasion of this Scripture, which pointeth vs to the End of these assemblies; I desire that every of them also as well as you would receive the word of Exhortation, each in his place and office to Set himself uprightly and unpartially as in the sighed of God to advance to the utmost of his power the due course and administration of Justice And for this purpose, by occasion of this Scripture, which pointeth us to the End of these assemblies; pns11 vvb cst d pp-f pno32 av c-acp av c-acp pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, d p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi px31 av-j cc av-j c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1 dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc p-acp d n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp dt vvb pp-f d n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 272
3090 I shall craue leaue to reflect vpon another, which giueth vs sundry particular directions conducing to that End. And it is that Scripture, whereinto wee made some entrance the last Assises, I shall crave leave to reflect upon Another, which gives us sundry particular directions conducing to that End. And it is that Scripture, whereinto we made Some Entrance the last Assizes, pns11 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn, r-crq vvz pno12 j j n2 vvg p-acp d n1 cc pn31 vbz cst n1, c-crq pns12 vvd d n1 dt ord n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 272
3091 and would haue now proceeded farther, had not the heauy hand of God vpon vs in this his grieuous visitation led mee to make choyce rather of this Text, as the more seasonable. and would have now proceeded farther, had not the heavy hand of God upon us in this his grievous Visitation led me to make choice rather of this Text, as the more seasonable. cc vmd vhi av vvd av-jc, vhd xx dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d po31 j n1 vvd pno11 pc-acp vvi n1 av-c pp-f d n1, c-acp dt av-dc j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 272
3092 That other is written in Exod. 23. the three first verses. [ Thou shalt not raise a false report: That other is written in Exod 23. the three First Verses. [ Thou shalt not raise a false report: cst j-jn vbz vvn p-acp np1 crd dt crd ord n2. [ pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 272
3093 Put not thine hand with the wicked to bee an vnrighteous witnesse. Thou shalt not follow a multitude to doe euill: Put not thine hand with the wicked to be an unrighteous witness. Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil: vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp dt j pc-acp vbi dt j n1. pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn: (12) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 272
3094 neither shalt thou speake in a cause to decline after many to wrest iudgement. Neither shalt thou countenance a poore man in his cause. neither shalt thou speak in a cause to decline After many to wrest judgement. Neither shalt thou countenance a poor man in his cause. dx vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d pc-acp vvi n1. av-dx vm2 pns21 vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 273
3095 ] Wherein were noted fiue speciall Rules, shared out among fiue sorts of persons; ] Wherein were noted fiue special Rules, shared out among fiue sorts of Persons; ] c-crq vbdr vvn crd j n2, vvd av p-acp crd n2 pp-f n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 273
3096 the Accuser, the Witnesse, the Iurer, the Pleader, the Officer. I will but giue each of them some briefe intimation of their duty, from their seuerall proper rules; and conclude. the Accuser, the Witness, the Juror, the Pleader, the Officer. I will but give each of them Some brief intimation of their duty, from their several proper rules; and conclude. dt n1, dt vvb, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1. pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi d pp-f pno32 d j n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp po32 j j n2; cc vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 273
3097 If thou commest hither then as a Plaintiffe, or other Party in a ciuill cause, or to giue voluntary Information vpon a Statute, or to prosecute against a Malefactor, or any way in the nature of an Accuser: Let neither the hope of gaine or of any other aduantage to thy selfe, If thou Comest hither then as a Plaintiff, or other Party in a civil cause, or to give voluntary Information upon a Statute, or to prosecute against a Malefactor, or any Way in the nature of an Accuser: Let neither the hope of gain or of any other advantage to thy self, cs pns21 vv2 av av c-acp dt n1, cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, cc d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: vvb av-dx dt n1 pp-f vvb cc pp-f d j-jn n1 p-acp po21 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 222 Page 273
3098 nor secret malice or enuy against thine aduersary, nor thy desire to giue satisfaction to any third party, sway thee beyond the bounds of truth and equity no not a little; nor secret malice or envy against thine adversary, nor thy desire to give satisfaction to any third party, sway thee beyond the bounds of truth and equity no not a little; ccx j-jn n1 cc vvb p-acp po21 n1, ccx po21 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d ord n1, vvb pno21 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 dx xx dt j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 222 Page 273
3099 either to deuise an vntruth against thy neighbour of thine owne head, or by an hard construction to depraue the harmelesse actions or speeches of others, either to devise an untruth against thy neighbour of thine own head, or by an hard construction to deprave the harmless actions or Speeches of Others, d p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po21 n1 pp-f po21 d n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvi dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n2-jn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 222 Page 273
3100 or to make them worse than they are by vniust aggrauations ; or to take aduantage of letters and syllables to entrap innocency without a fault. or to make them Worse than they Are by unjust aggravations; or to take advantage of letters and syllables to entrap innocency without a fault. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av-jc cs pns32 vbr p-acp j n2; cc pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 222 Page 273
3101 When thou art to open thy mouth against thy brother, set the first Rule of that Text as a watch before the doore of thy lips, Thou shalt not raise a false report. When thou art to open thy Mouth against thy brother, Set the First Rule of that Text as a watch before the door of thy lips, Thou shalt not raise a false report. c-crq pns21 vb2r pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, vvd dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 222 Page 273
3102 If thou commest hither secondly, to bee vsed as a Witnesse ; If thou Comest hither secondly, to be used as a Witness; cs pns21 vv2 av ord, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt vvb; (12) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 273
3103 perhaps Graecâ fide, like a downe-right knight of the post, that maketh of an oath a jest, perhaps Graecâ fide, like a downright knight of the post, that makes of an oath a jest, av fw-la fw-la, av-j dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvz pp-f dt n1 dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 274
3104 and a pastime of a deposition; and a pastime of a deposition; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 274
3105 or dealt withall by a bribe, or suborned by thy landlord or great neighbour, or egged on with thine owne spleene or malice, to sweare and forsweare as these shall prompt thee; or dealt withal by a bribe, or suborned by thy landlord or great neighbour, or egged on with thine own spleen or malice, to swear and forswear as these shall prompt thee; cc vvd av p-acp dt vvb, cc vvn p-acp po21 n1 cc j n1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp po21 d n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d vmb vvi pno21; (12) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 274
3106 or to enterchange a deposition with thy friend as they vsed to doe in Greece, Hodie mihi, cras tibi, sweare thou for mee to day, Ile sweare for thee tomorrow; or to interchange a deposition with thy friend as they used to do in Greece, Hodie mihi, cras tibi, swear thou for me to day, I'll swear for thee tomorrow; cc p-acp n1 dt n1 p-acp po21 n1 c-acp pns32 vvd pc-acp vdi p-acp np1, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, vvb pns21 p-acp pno11 p-acp n1, pns11|vmb vvi p-acp pno21 av-an; (12) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 274
3107 or tempted with any corrupt respect whatsoeuer, by thy word or oath to strengthen a false and vnrighteous report: or tempted with any corrupt respect whatsoever, by thy word or oath to strengthen a false and unrighteous report: cc vvn p-acp d j n1 r-crq, p-acp po21 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt j cc j-u n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 274
3108 When thou commest to lay thy hand vpon the booke, lay the second Rule in that Text to thy heart, Put not thy hand with the wicked to bee an vnrighteous witnesse. When thou Comest to lay thy hand upon the book, lay the second Rule in that Text to thy heart, Put not thy hand with the wicked to be an unrighteous witness. c-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvd dt ord vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp po21 n1, vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp dt j pc-acp vbi dt j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 274
3109 Though hand ioyne in hand the false Witnesse shall not be vnpunished. Though hand join in hand the false Witness shall not be unpunished. cs n1 vvb p-acp n1 dt j n1 vmb xx vbi j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 274
3110 If thou commest hither thirdly, to serue for the King vpon Graund Inquest, or betweene party and party, in any cause whatsoeuer (like those selecti judices among the Romanes, whom the Praetor for the yeare being was to nominate, If thou Comest hither Thirdly, to serve for the King upon Grand Inquest, or between party and party, in any cause whatsoever (like those selecti Judges among the Romans, whom the Praetor for the year being was to nominate, cs pns21 vv2 av ord, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1, cc p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1 r-crq (av-j d n1 n2 p-acp dt njp2, r-crq dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbg vbds pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 274
3111 and that vpon oath, out of the most able and seruiceable men in his judgement, both for estate, vnderstanding, and integrity;) or to serue vpon the Tales, perhaps at thine owne suite to get something toward bearing charges for thy iourney; and that upon oath, out of the most able and serviceable men in his judgement, both for estate, understanding, and integrity;) or to serve upon the Tales, perhaps At thine own suit to get something towards bearing charges for thy journey; cc cst p-acp n1, av pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2 p-acp po31 n1, av-d p-acp n1, vvg, cc n1;) cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, av p-acp po21 d n1 pc-acp vvi pi p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po21 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 274
3112 or yoaked with a craftie or a wilfull foreman that is made beforehand, and a messe of tame after-men withall, that dare not thinke of being wiser than their leader; or yoked with a crafty or a wilful foreman that is made beforehand, and a mess of tame after-men withal, that Dare not think of being Wiser than their leader; cc vvn p-acp dt j cc dt j zz cst vbz vvn av, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2 av, cst vvb xx vvi pp-f vbg jc cs po32 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 274
3113 or vnwilling to stickle against a maior part, whether they goe right or wrong; or resolued already vpon the Verdict, no matter what the Euidence be: or unwilling to stickle against a mayor part, whither they go right or wrong; or resolved already upon the Verdict, no matter what the Evidence be: cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 n1, cs pns32 vvb j-jn cc n-jn; cc vvd av p-acp dt n1, dx n1 r-crq dt n1 vbb: (12) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 274
3114 Consider what is the waight and religion of an Oath. Remember that he sinneth not lesse, that sinneth with company. Consider what is the weight and Religion of an Oath. remember that he Sinneth not less, that Sinneth with company. vvb q-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. vvb cst pns31 vvz xx av-dc, cst vvz p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 275
3115 Whatsoeuer the rest doe, resolue thou to doe no otherwise, than as God shall put into thy heart, Whatsoever the rest do, resolve thou to do no otherwise, than as God shall put into thy heart, r-crq dt n1 vdb, vvb pns21 pc-acp vdi dx av, cs p-acp np1 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 275
3116 and as the euidence shall leade the. and as the evidence shall lead thee. cc p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 275
3117 The third Rule in that Text must be thy rule, Thou shalt not follow a multitude to doe euill. The third Rule in that Text must be thy Rule, Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil. dt ord n1 p-acp d n1 vmb vbi po21 n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 275
3118 They are silly, that in point either of Religion or Iustice, would teach vs to measure either Truth, or Right, by multitudes. They Are silly, that in point either of Religion or justice, would teach us to measure either Truth, or Right, by Multitudes. pns32 vbr j, cst p-acp n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1, vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi d n1, cc j-jn, p-acp n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 275
3119 If thou commest hither fourthly as to thine haruest, to reape some fruite of thy long and expencefull study in the Lawes, If thou Comest hither fourthly as to thine harvest, to reap Some fruit of thy long and expenseful study in the Laws, cs pns21 vv2 av j c-acp p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po21 j cc j n1 p-acp dt n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 275
3120 and to assist thy Client and his Cause with thy Counsell, Learning, and Eloquence: thinke not, and to assist thy Client and his Cause with thy Counsel, Learning, and Eloquence: think not, cc pc-acp vvi po21 n1 cc po31 vvb p-acp po21 n1, n1, cc n1: vvb xx, (12) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 275
3121 because thou speakest for thy Fee, that therefore thy tongue is not thine owne, but thou must speake what thy Client will haue thee speake, be it true, or false; Because thou Speakest for thy Fee, that Therefore thy tongue is not thine own, but thou must speak what thy Client will have thee speak, be it true, or false; c-acp pns21 vv2 p-acp po21 vvb, cst av po21 n1 vbz xx po21 d, p-acp pns21 vmb vvi r-crq po21 n1 vmb vhi pno21 vvi, vbb pn31 j, cc j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 275
3122 neither thinke, because thou hast the liberty of the Court, and perhaps the fauour of the Iudge, that therefore thy tongue is thine owne, and thou mayest speake thy pleasure to the preiudice of the Aduersaries person or cause. Seeke not preposterously to winne the name of a good Lawyer, by wresting and peruerting good Lawes: or the opinion of the best Counsellour, by giuing the worst and the shrewdest counsell. Count it not, neither think, Because thou hast the liberty of the Court, and perhaps the favour of the Judge, that Therefore thy tongue is thine own, and thou Mayest speak thy pleasure to the prejudice of the Adversaries person or cause. Seek not preposterously to win the name of a good Lawyer, by wresting and perverting good Laws: or the opinion of the best Counselor, by giving the worst and the shrewdest counsel. Count it not, av-dx vvb, c-acp pns21 vh2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst av po21 n1 vbz po21 d, cc pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cc n1. vvb xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg j n2: cc dt n1 pp-f dt av-js n1, p-acp vvg dt js cc dt js n1. vvb pn31 xx, (12) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 275
3123 as Protagoras did, the glory of thy profession, by subtilty of wit and volubility of tongue to make the worse cause the better: as Protagoras did, the glory of thy profession, by subtlety of wit and volubility of tongue to make the Worse cause the better: c-acp np1 vdd, dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvb dt jc n1 dt jc: (12) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 275
3124 but like a good man, as well as good Oratour, vse the power of thy tongue and wit to shame impudence and protect innocency, to crush oppressours, but like a good man, as well as good Orator, use the power of thy tongue and wit to shame impudence and Pact innocency, to crush Oppressors's, cc-acp av-j dt j n1, c-acp av c-acp j n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvb n1 cc vvb n1, p-acp vvb ng2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 275
3125 and succour the afflicted, to aduance Iustice and Equity, and to helpe them to right that suffer wrong. and succour the afflicted, to advance justice and Equity, and to help them to right that suffer wrong. cc vvb dt j-vvn, p-acp vvi n1 cc n1, cc p-acp vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi cst vvb n-jn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 276
3126 Let it be as a ruled case to thee in all thy pleadings, Not to speake in any cause to wrest iudgement. Let it be as a ruled case to thee in all thy pleadings, Not to speak in any cause to wrest judgement. vvb pn31 vbi p-acp dt vvd n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp d po21 n2, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 276
3127 If lastly, thou art in any place or office of seruice, or trust, or command, or attendance about the Courts: If lastly, thou art in any place or office of service, or trust, or command, or attendance about the Courts: cs ord, pns21 vb2r p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb, cc vvb, cc n1 p-acp dt n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 276
3128 reioyce not as if it were now in thy power, to doe a friend a courtesie, or a foe a spite. Doe not shew a cast of thy office, for the promise or hope of a reward in helping a great offender out of the Bryars. rejoice not as if it were now in thy power, to do a friend a courtesy, or a foe a spite. Do not show a cast of thy office, for the promise or hope of a reward in helping a great offender out of the Briars. vvb xx c-acp cs pn31 vbdr av p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vdi dt n1 dt n1, cc dt n1 dt n1. vdb xx vvi dt vvd pp-f po21 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt vvb p-acp vvg dt j n1 av pp-f dt n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 276
3129 Compell not men that haue beene long weather-beaten in the Maine, and are now arriued at the hauen of their businesse, to wither for their pasports, Compel not men that have been long Weather-beaten in the Main, and Are now arrived At the Haven of their business, to wither for their passports, vvi xx n2 cst vhb vbn av-j j p-acp dt j, cc vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp vvb p-acp po32 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 276
3130 vntill they haue offered some sacrifice to that great Diana Expedition. Let no feare, or hope, or bribe, or letter, or enuy, or fauour, no not charitie it selfe and compassion to the pouerty or distressednesse of any, make you partiall for the Person to disregard the Cause. If you would bee charitable to the poore, giue them from your owne, but doe not carue them from anothers trencher. until they have offered Some sacrifice to that great Diana Expedition. Let no Fear, or hope, or bribe, or Letter, or envy, or favour, no not charity it self and compassion to the poverty or distressedness of any, make you partial for the Person to disregard the Cause. If you would be charitable to the poor, give them from your own, but do not carve them from another's trencher. c-acp pns32 vhb vvn d vvi p-acp cst j np1 n1. vvb dx vvb, cc vvb, cc vvb, cc n1, cc vvb, cc n1, dx xx n1 pn31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d, vvb pn22 j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 dt vvb. cs pn22 vmd vbi j p-acp dt j, vvb pno32 p-acp po22 d, p-acp vdb xx vvi pno32 p-acp j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 276
3131 To relieue a poore man in his wants, is the proper office of Charity: but Iustice must haue no eyes to see, To relieve a poor man in his Wants, is the proper office of Charity: but justice must have no eyes to see, p-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1: p-acp ng1 vmb vhi dx n2 pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 276
3132 nor bowels to yearne, at the wants of any man. Be hee rich or poore, that bringeth his cause hither; nor bowels to yearn, At the Wants of any man. Be he rich or poor, that brings his cause hither; ccx n2 pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1. vbb pns31 j cc j, cst vvz po31 n1 av; (12) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 276
3133 Currat lex, Let him finde such as he bringeth; let him haue, as his cause deserueth. Currat lex, Let him find such as he brings; let him have, as his cause deserves. fw-la fw-la, vvb pno31 vvi d c-acp pns31 vvz; vvb pno31 vhi, c-acp po31 n1 vvz. (12) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 276
3134 The last of those Rules must be thine, Thou shalt not countenance, no not a poore man in his Cause. The last of those Rules must be thine, Thou shalt not countenance, no not a poor man in his Cause. dt ord pp-f d vvz vmb vbi png21, pns21 vm2 xx vvi, uh-dx xx dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 276
3135 If any of these to whom I haue now spoken, Accusers, Witnesses, Iurers, Pleaders, Officers, shall transgresse these rules to the peruerting of Iustice: If any of these to whom I have now spoken, Accusers, Witnesses, Jurors, Pleaders, Officers, shall transgress these rules to the perverting of justice: cs d pp-f d p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb av vvn, n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, vmb vvi d n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 276
3136 our refuge must be next vnder God to you that are the Magistrates of Iustice, and sit vpon the Bench of Iudicature. our refuge must be next under God to you that Are the Magistrates of justice, and fit upon the Bench of Judicature. po12 n1 vmb vbi ord p-acp np1 p-acp pn22 cst vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3137 At your grauity and authority wee must take sanctuary, against them that pursue vs wrongfully, At your gravity and Authority we must take sanctuary, against them that pursue us wrongfully, p-acp po22 n1 cc n1 pns12 vmb vvi n1, p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno12 av-j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3138 as at the hornes of the Altar. It is your Duty, (or if it be, as At the horns of the Altar. It is your Duty, (or if it be, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. pn31 vbz po22 n1, (cc cs pn31 vbb, (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3139 as to most men it is, a more pleasing thing, to be remembred of their Power, than of their Duty ) it is in your power, if not to reforme all the abuses and corruptions of these persons; as to most men it is, a more pleasing thing, to be remembered of their Power, than of their Duty) it is in your power, if not to reform all the Abuses and corruptions of these Persons; c-acp p-acp ds n2 pn31 vbz, dt av-dc j-vvg n1, pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po32 n1, cs pp-f po32 n1) pn31 vbz p-acp po22 n1, cs xx p-acp vvi d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3140 yet to curbe their open insolencies, and to containe them at least within modest bounds. yet to curb their open insolences, and to contain them At least within modest bounds. av p-acp vvi po32 j n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp ds p-acp j n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3141 Nay, since I haue begun to magnifie your power: let me speake it with all due reuerence to God and the King, there is no power so great, ouer which (in a qualified sense) you haue not a greater power. It is in your power; Nay, since I have begun to magnify your power: let me speak it with all due Reverence to God and the King, there is no power so great, over which (in a qualified sense) you have not a greater power. It is in your power; uh-x, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi po22 n1: vvb pno11 vvi pn31 p-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n1, a-acp vbz dx n1 av j, p-acp r-crq (p-acp dt j-vvn n1) pn22 vhb xx dt jc n1. pn31 vbz p-acp po22 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3142 to beare vp the pillars of the State, when the land is euen dissolued, and the pillars thereof growne weake: to bear up the pillars of the State, when the land is even dissolved, and the pillars thereof grown weak: p-acp vvb a-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn, cc dt n2 av vvn j: (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3143 for that is done by iudgeing the Congregation according to right, Psal. 75. In yours; for that is done by judging the Congregation according to right, Psalm 75. In yours; c-acp d vbz vdn p-acp vvg dt n1 vvg p-acp n-jn, np1 crd p-acp png22; (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3144 to make this yet flourishing Countrie and Kingdome glorious or despicable: for righteousnesse exalteth a Nation, but sinne is a reproach to any people, Prou. 14. In yours; to make this yet flourishing Country and Kingdom glorious or despicable: for righteousness Exalteth a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people, Prou. 14. In yours; pc-acp vvi d av j-vvg n1 cc n1 j cc j: p-acp n1 vvz dt n1, cc-acp n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd p-acp png22; (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3145 to settle the throne vpon the King, and to entaile it by a kinde of perpetuity vnto the right heire for many succeeding generations: to settle the throne upon the King, and to entail it by a kind of perpetuity unto the right heir for many succeeding generations: p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d j-vvg n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3146 for the Throne is established by Iustice, Prou. 16. In yours; for the Throne is established by justice, Prou. 16. In yours; p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd p-acp png22; (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3147 to discharge Gods punishing Angell, who now destroyeth vs with a grieuous destruction, and by vnsheathing your sword to make him sheathe his: to discharge God's punishing Angel, who now Destroyeth us with a grievous destruction, and by unsheathing your sword to make him sheathe his: pc-acp vvi npg1 vvg n1, r-crq av vvz pno12 p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp vvg po22 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 vvb po31: (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3148 as here in my Text, Phinehes stood vp, and executed iudgement, and the plague ceased. In yours; as Here in my Text, Phinehas stood up, and executed judgement, and the plague ceased. In yours; c-acp av p-acp po11 n1, n2 vvd a-acp, cc vvn n1, cc dt n1 vvd. p-acp png22; (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 277
3149 though you be but Gods on earth, and in these Courts, mortall and petty gods, though you be but God's on earth, and in these Courts, Mortal and Petty God's, cs pn22 vbb p-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n2, j-jn cc j n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 278
3150 yet to send Prohibitions into the Court of Heauen, and there to stop the iudgements of the great and Eternall God before they come forth, yet to send Prohibitions into the Court of Heaven, and there to stop the Judgments of the great and Eternal God before they come forth, av pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc a-acp p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j np1 c-acp pns32 vvb av, (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 278
3151 yea and when the decree is gone forth, to stay execution. In a word, as it was said to Ieremy, but in another sense, You are set ouer Nations and ouer Kingdomes to roote out, yea and when the Decree is gone forth, to stay execution. In a word, as it was said to Ieremy, but in Another sense, You Are Set over nations and over Kingdoms to root out, uh cc c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av, p-acp vvb n1. p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1, p-acp p-acp j-jn n1, pn22 vbr vvn p-acp n2 cc p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi av, (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 278
3152 and to destroy, to build, and to plant. and to destroy, to built, and to plant. cc pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 278
3153 Only then be intreated, to vse that power God hath giuen you, vnto edification, and not vnto destruction. And now haue I done my message. Only then be entreated, to use that power God hath given you, unto edification, and not unto destruction. And now have I done my message. av-j av vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi d n1 np1 vhz vvn pn22, p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1. cc av vhb pns11 vdn po11 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 278
3154 God grant vnto all of vs, that by our hearty sorrow and repentance for our sinnes past, by our stedfast resolutions of future amendment, God grant unto all of us, that by our hearty sorrow and Repentance for our Sins past, by our steadfast resolutions of future amendment, np1 vvb p-acp d pp-f pno12, cst p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 j, p-acp po12 j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 278
3155 and by setting our selues faithfully and vprightly in our seuerall places and callings to doe God and the King and our Countrie seruice, in beating downe sinne, and rooting out sinners ; and by setting our selves faithfully and uprightly in our several places and callings to do God and the King and our Country service, in beating down sin, and rooting out Sinners; cc p-acp vvg po12 n2 av-j cc av-j p-acp po12 j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vdi np1 cc dt n1 cc po12 n1 n1, p-acp vvg a-acp n1, cc j-vvg av n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 278
3156 wee may by his good grace and mercy obtaine pardon of our sinnes, and deliuerance from his wrath, we may by his good grace and mercy obtain pardon of our Sins, and deliverance from his wrath, pns12 vmb p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 vvi n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 278
3157 and be preserued by his power through faith vnto saluation. Now to God the Father, the Sonne, &c. and be preserved by his power through faith unto salvation. Now to God the Father, the Son, etc. cc vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. av p-acp np1 dt n1, dt n1, av (12) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 278
3158 THE FIRST SERMON. 3 KINGS 21.29. Seest thou how Ahab humbleth himselfe before mee? because hee humbleth himselfe before me, I will not bring the euill in his daies: THE FIRST SERMON. 3 KINGS 21.29. See thou how Ahab Humbleth himself before me? Because he Humbleth himself before me, I will not bring the evil in his days: dt ord n1. crd n2 crd. vv2 pns21 c-crq np1 vvz px31 p-acp pno11? c-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 283
3159 but in his sonnes daies will I bring the euill vpon his house. but in his Sons days will I bring the evil upon his house. cc-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n2 vmb pns11 vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 283
3160 THe History of this whole Chapter affoordeth matter of much Varietie and Vse: but no passage in it so much either of Wonder or Comfort, as this in the close of the whole both Storie and Chapter. THe History of this Whole Chapter affordeth matter of much Variety and Use: but no passage in it so much either of Wonder or Comfort, as this in the close of the Whole both Story and Chapter. dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 vvz n1 pp-f d n1 cc vvb: p-acp dx n1 p-acp pn31 av av-d d pp-f vvb cc n1, p-acp d p-acp dt j pp-f dt j-jn d n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 283
3161 That there should bee Mightie-ones sicke with longing after their meaner neighbours vineyeards; That there should bee crafty heads to contriue for greedy Great-ones what they vniustly desire; That there should be Mighty ones sick with longing After their meaner neighbours vineyards; That there should be crafty Heads to contrive for greedy Great-ones what they unjustly desire; d a-acp vmd vbi j j p-acp vvg p-acp po32 jc n2 n2; cst a-acp vmd vbi j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp j j r-crq pns32 av-j vvb; (13) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 283
3162 That there should be officious Instruments to doe a piece of legall iniustice, vpon a Great mans letter; That there should be officious Instruments to do a piece of Legal injustice, upon a Great men Letter; cst a-acp vmd vbi j n2 pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt j ng1 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 283
3163 That there should bee Knights of the poast to depose any thing though neuer so false, in any cause though neuer so bad, against any man though neuer so innocent ; That there should be Knights of the post to depose any thing though never so false, in any cause though never so bad, against any man though never so innocent; cst a-acp vmd vbi n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 c-acp av-x av j, p-acp d n1 c-acp av-x av j, p-acp d n1 c-acp av-x av j-jn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 283
3164 That an honest man cannot bee secure of his life, so long as hee hath any thing else worth the losing: That an honest man cannot be secure of his life, so long as he hath any thing Else worth the losing: cst dt j n1 vmbx vbi j pp-f po31 n1, av av-j c-acp pns31 vhz d n1 av n1 dt vvg: (13) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 284
3165 here is instance in the f•re-part of the Chapter of all this in Ahab sickening, and Iesabell plotting, and the Elders obeying, and the Witnesses accusing, and poore Naboth suffering. Here is instance in the f•re-part of the Chapter of all this in Ahab sickening, and Jezebel plotting, and the Elders obeying, and the Witnesses accusing, and poor Naboth suffering. av vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d d p-acp np1 j, cc np1 vvg, cc dt np1 vvg, cc dt n2 vvg, cc j np1 vvg. (13) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 284
3166 But what is there in all this, singularly either Strange or Comfortable? All is but Oppression: Actiue, in the rest; But what is there in all this, singularly either Strange or Comfortable? All is but Oppression: Active, in the rest; p-acp r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp d d, av-j d j cc j? d vbz p-acp n1: j, p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 284
3167 Passiue, in Naboth. And what wonder in either of these? stupet haec, qui iam post terga reliquit Sexaginta annos? himselfe may passe for a wonder, Passive, in Naboth. And what wonder in either of these? — stupet haec, qui iam post terga reliquit Sixty annos? himself may pass for a wonder, j, p-acp np1. cc q-crq vvb p-acp d pp-f d? — n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la? px31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 284
3168 if he be of any standing, or experience in the world, that taketh either of these for a wonder. if he be of any standing, or experience in the world, that Takes either of these for a wonder. cs pns31 vbb pp-f d vvg, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vvz d pp-f d c-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 284
3169 And as for matter of Comfort: there is matter indeed, but of Detestation in the one, of Pity in the other; in neither of Comfort. And as for matter of Comfort: there is matter indeed, but of Detestation in the one, of Pity in the other; in neither of Comfort. cc c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1: a-acp vbz n1 av, cc-acp pp-f n1 p-acp dt pi, pp-f vvb p-acp dt j-jn; p-acp dx pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 284
3170 To passe by other Occurrents also in the later part of the Chapter, as, That a great Oppressour should hugge himselfe in the cleanly carriage & fortunate successe of his damned plots and witty villanies; To pass by other Occurrents also in the later part of the Chapter, as, That a great Oppressor should hug himself in the cleanly carriage & fortunate success of his damned plots and witty villainies; pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2 av p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp, cst dt j n1 vmd vvi px31 p-acp dt av-j n1 cc j n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n2 cc j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 284
3171 That a weake Prophet should haue heart and face enough to proclaime iudgement against an Oppressing King in the prime of his Iollitie; That a weak Prophet should have heart and face enough to proclaim judgement against an Oppressing King in the prime of his Jollity; cst dt j n1 vmd vhi n1 cc n1 av-d pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt vvg n1 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f po31 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 284
3172 That a bloudy Tyrant should tremble at the voyce of a poore Prophet ; That a bloody Tyrant should tremble At the voice of a poor Prophet; cst dt j n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 284
3173 and the rest, (some of which wee shall haue occasion to take-in incidentally in our passage along:) marke we well but this close of the Chapter in the words of my Text; and the rest, (Some of which we shall have occasion to take-in incidentally in our passage along:) mark we well but this close of the Chapter in the words of my Text; cc dt n1, (d pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp j av-j p-acp po12 n1 a-acp:) vvb pns12 av p-acp d j pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 284
3174 and it will bee hard to say, whether it containe matter more Strange, or more Comfortable. Comfortable: in that Gods mercy is so exceedingly magnified; and it will be hard to say, whither it contain matter more Strange, or more Comfortable. Comfortable: in that God's mercy is so exceedingly magnified; cc pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, cs pn31 vvb n1 dc j, cc av-dc j. j: p-acp cst npg1 n1 vbz av av-vvg vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 284
3175 and such strong assurance giuen to the truely penitent of finding gracious acceptance at the hands of their God, and such strong assurance given to the truly penitent of finding gracious acceptance At the hands of their God, cc d j n1 vvn p-acp dt av-j j-jn pp-f vvg j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3176 when they finde him so apprehensiue of but an outward enforced semblance of Contrition from the hands of an Hypocrite. Strange: in that Gods Mercy is here magnified, when they find him so apprehensive of but an outward Enforced semblance of Contrition from the hands of an Hypocrite. Strange: in that God's Mercy is Here magnified, c-crq pns32 vvb pno31 av j pp-f p-acp dt j j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. j: p-acp cst ng1 n1 vbz av vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3177 euen to the hazzard of other his diuine perfections; even to the hazard of other his divine perfections; av p-acp dt vvi pp-f n-jn po31 j-jn n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3178 his Holinesse, his Truth, his Iustice. For each of these is made in some sort questionable, that so his mercy might stand cleare and vnquestioned. his Holiness, his Truth, his Justice For each of these is made in Some sort questionable, that so his mercy might stand clear and unquestioned. po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1 p-acp d pp-f d vbz vvn p-acp d n1 j, cst av po31 n1 vmd vvi j cc j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3179 A rotten-hearted Hypocrite humbleth himselfe outwardly, but repenteth not truely: and God accepteth him, and rewardeth him. Here is Gods Mercy ; A rotten-hearted Hypocrite Humbleth himself outwardly, but Repenteth not truly: and God Accepteth him, and Rewardeth him. Here is God's Mercy; dt j n1 vvz px31 av-j, cc-acp vvz xx av-j: cc np1 vvz pno31, cc vvz pno31. av vbz npg1 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3180 in giuing respect to one that ill deserued it: in giving respect to one that ill deserved it: p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pi cst av-jn vvd pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3181 but where is his Holinesse the while, (being a God of pure eyes, that requireth truth in the inward parts, and will not behold iniquitie ;) thus to grace Sin, but where is his Holiness the while, (being a God of pure eyes, that requires truth in the inward parts, and will not behold iniquity;) thus to grace since, cc-acp q-crq vbz po31 n1 dt n1, (vbg dt n1 pp-f j n2, cst vvz n1 p-acp dt j n2, cc vmb xx vvi n1;) av pc-acp vvi n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3182 and countenance Hypocrisie? A fearefull iudgement is denounced against Ahabs house for his Oppression: but vpon his humiliation, the sentence, (at least part of it,) is reuersed. Here is Mercy still; and countenance Hypocrisy? A fearful judgement is denounced against Ahabs house for his Oppression: but upon his humiliation, the sentence, (At least part of it,) is reversed. Here is Mercy still; cc n1 n1? dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp n2 n1 p-acp po31 n1: cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, dt n1, (p-acp ds n1 pp-f pn31,) vbz vvn. av vbz n1 av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3183 in reuoking a sentence of destruction: in revoking a sentence of destruction: p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3184 and if somewhat may bee said for his Holinesse too, because it was but a temporall and temporary fauour, and if somewhat may be said for his Holiness too, Because it was but a temporal and temporary favour, cc cs av vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 av, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt j cc j vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3185 yet where is his Truth the while, (being a God that cannot lye ; yet where is his Truth the while, (being a God that cannot lie; av q-crq vbz po31 n1 dt n1, (vbg dt np1 cst vmbx vvi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3186 and with whom is no variablenesse, neither so much as the bare shadow of turning ;) thus to say and vnsay, and with whom is no variableness, neither so much as the bore shadow of turning;) thus to say and unsay, cc p-acp ro-crq vbz dx n1, dx av av-d c-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg;) av pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3187 and to alter the thing that is gone out of his lippes? A Iudgement is deserued by the Father: vpon his humiliation, the execution is suspended during his life, and to altar the thing that is gone out of his lips? A Judgement is deserved by the Father: upon his humiliation, the execution is suspended during his life, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vbz vvn av pp-f po31 n2? dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1: p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3188 and lighteth vpon the Sonne. Here is yet more Mercy ; in not striking the Guilty: and if somewhat may bee said for Gods Truth too, and lights upon the Son. Here is yet more Mercy; in not striking the Guilty: and if somewhat may be said for God's Truth too, cc vvz p-acp dt n1. av vbz av av-dc n1; p-acp xx vvg dt j: cc cs av vmb vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1 av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 285
3189 because what was threatned, (though not presently,) is yet at last performed; Because what was threatened, (though not presently,) is yet At last performed; c-acp r-crq vbds vvn, (cs xx av-j,) vbz av p-acp ord vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 286
3190 yet where is his Iustice the while, (being a God that without respect of persons rendereth to euery man according to his own workes, and will not acquite the guilty, neither condemne the innocent ;) thus to seuer the Guilt & the Punishment, and to lay the Iudgement which hee spareth from the Father vpon the Sonne, from the more wicked Father vpon the lesse wicked Sonne? yet where is his justice the while, (being a God that without respect of Persons rendereth to every man according to his own works, and will not acquit the guilty, neither condemn the innocent;) thus to sever the Gilded & the Punishment, and to lay the Judgement which he spares from the Father upon the Son, from the more wicked Father upon the less wicked Son? av q-crq vbz po31 n1 dt n1, (vbg dt np1 cst p-acp n1 pp-f n2 vvz p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 d n2, cc vmb xx vvi dt j, av-dx vvi dt j-jn;) av pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn cc dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt av-dc j n1 p-acp dt av-dc j n1? (13) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 286
3191 Thus God, to magnifie the riches of his Mercy, is content to put his Holinesse, and his Truth, and his Iustice to a kinde of venture. Thus God, to magnify the riches of his Mercy, is content to put his Holiness, and his Truth, and his justice to a kind of venture. av np1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc po31 n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 286
3192 That so his afflicted ones might know, on what obiect especially to fasten the eies of their soules: That so his afflicted ones might know, on what Object especially to fasten the eyes of their Souls: cst av po31 vvn pi2 vmd vvi, p-acp r-crq n1 av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 286
3193 not on his Holinesse, not on his Truth, not on his Iustice ; not on his Holiness, not on his Truth, not on his justice; xx p-acp po31 n1, xx p-acp po31 n1, xx p-acp po31 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 286
3194 not onely, nor chiefly on these, but on his Mercy. Hee seeketh more generall glory in, not only, nor chiefly on these, but on his Mercy. He seeks more general glory in, xx av-j, ccx av-jn p-acp d, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1. pns31 vvz dc j n1 p-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 286
3195 and would haue vs take more special knowledge of, and affoordeth vs more singular comfort from his Mercy, than any of the rest: and would have us take more special knowledge of, and affordeth us more singular Comfort from his Mercy, than any of the rest: cc vmd vhi pno12 vvb dc j n1 pp-f, cc vvz pno12 dc j vvb p-acp po31 n1, cs d pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 286
3196 as if he desired we should esteeme him vnholy, or vntrue, or vniust, or any thing, rather than vnmercifull. Yet is he neither vnholy, as if he desired we should esteem him unholy, or untrue, or unjust, or any thing, rather than unmerciful. Yet is he neither unholy, c-acp cs pns31 vvd pns12 vmd vvi pno31 j, cc j, cc j, cc d n1, av-c cs j. av vbz pns31 av-dx j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 286
3197 nor vntrue, nor vniust, in any of his proceedings with the sons of men: nor untrue, nor unjust, in any of his proceedings with the Sons of men: ccx j, ccx j, p-acp d pp-f po31 n2-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 286
3198 but righteous in all his waies, and holy in all his workes, and true in all his words. but righteous in all his ways, and holy in all his works, and true in all his words. cc-acp j p-acp d po31 n2, cc j p-acp d po31 n2, cc j p-acp d po31 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 286
3199 And in this particular of his proceedings with King Ahab at this time, I hope by his blessed assistance so to acquite his Holinesse and Truth and Iustice from all sinister imputations; And in this particular of his proceedings with King Ahab At this time, I hope by his blessed assistance so to acquit his Holiness and Truth and justice from all sinister imputations; cc p-acp d j pp-f po31 n2-vvg p-acp n1 np1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb p-acp po31 j-vvn n1 av pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 286
3200 as that hee may be not onely magnified in his mercy, but iustified also in the rest, as that he may be not only magnified in his mercy, but justified also in the rest, c-acp cst pns31 vmb vbi xx av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvn av p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 286
3201 and cleare when he is iudged: as we shall be thereunto occasioned now and hereafter in the handling of this Scripture. and clear when he is judged: as we shall be thereunto occasioned now and hereafter in the handling of this Scripture. cc av-j c-crq pns31 vbz vvn: c-acp pns12 vmb vbi av vvn av cc av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 286
3202 Wherein are three maine things considerable. Wherein Are three main things considerable. q-crq vbr crd j n2 j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 287
3203 First, the Ground, or rather the Occasion of Gods dealing so fauourably with Ahab: namely, Ahabs humiliation; [ Seest thou how Ahab humbleth himselfe before me? because hee humbleth himselfe before me, I will not &c. ] Secondly, the great Fauour shewed to Ahab thereupon: First, the Ground, or rather the Occasion of God's dealing so favourably with Ahab: namely, Ahabs humiliation; [ See thou how Ahab Humbleth himself before me? Because he Humbleth himself before me, I will not etc. ] Secondly, the great Favour showed to Ahab thereupon: ord, dt n1, cc av-c dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg av av-j p-acp np1: av, vvz n1; [ vv2 pns21 c-crq np1 vvz px31 p-acp pno11? c-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb xx av ] ord, dt j n1 vvd p-acp np1 av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 287
3204 namely, the suspension of a Iudgement denounced; [ I will not bring the euill in his dayes. namely, the suspension of a Judgement denounced; [ I will not bring the evil in his days. av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn; [ pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 287
3205 ] Thirdly, the Limitation of that fauour: it is but a suspension for a time, no vtter remoueall of the iudgement; ] Thirdly, the Limitation of that favour: it is but a suspension for a time, no utter removal of the judgement; ] ord, dt n1 pp-f d n1: pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dx j n1 pp-f dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 287
3206 [ But in his sonnes dayes will I bring the euill vpon his house. ] Wherein wee shall be occasioned to enquire; [ But in his Sons days will I bring the evil upon his house. ] Wherein we shall be occasioned to inquire; [ cc-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n2 vmb pns11 vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n1. ] c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 287
3207 how the first of these may stand with Gods Holinesse ; the second with his Truth ; how the First of these may stand with God's Holiness; the second with his Truth; c-crq dt ord pp-f d vmb vvi p-acp npg1 n1; dt ord p-acp po31 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 287
3208 the third with his Iustice. And first of Ahabs humiliation: Seest thou how Ahab humbleth himselfe before mee? the third with his Justice And First of Ahabs humiliation: See thou how Ahab Humbleth himself before me? dt ord p-acp po31 n1 cc ord pp-f npg1 n1: vv2 pns21 c-crq np1 vvz px31 p-acp pno11? (13) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 287
3209 This Ahab was King of Israel, that is, King ouer those ten Tribes, which reuolted from Rehoboam the sonne of Salomon, and claue to Ieroboam the sonne of Nebat. Search the whole sacred storie in the bookes of Kings and Chronicles ; This Ahab was King of Israel, that is, King over those ten Tribes, which revolted from Rehoboam the son of Solomon, and clave to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. Search the Whole sacred story in the books of Kings and Chronicles; d np1 vbds n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz, n1 p-acp d crd n2, r-crq vvd p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f j. vvb dt j-jn j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 287
3210 and (vnlesse we will be so verie charitable as, notwithstanding manie strong presumptions of his Hypocrisie, to exempt Iehu the sonne of Nimshi, and that is but one of twentie;) wee shall not finde in the whole List and Catalogue of the Kings of Israel, one good one, that claue vnto the Lord with an vpright heart. Twentie Kings of Israel; and (unless we will be so very charitable as, notwithstanding many strong presumptions of his Hypocrisy, to exempt Iehu the son of Nimshi, and that is but one of twentie;) we shall not find in the Whole List and Catalogue of the Kings of Israel, one good one, that clave unto the Lord with an upright heart. Twentie Kings of Israel; cc (cs pns12 vmb vbi av av j c-acp, c-acp d j n2 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d vbz cc-acp crd pp-f crd;) pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j-jn vvb cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, crd j pi, cst vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt av-j n1. crd n2 pp-f np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 287
3211 and not one, (or but one,) good: and yet than this Ahab, of the twentie, not one worse. and not one, (or but one,) good: and yet than this Ahab, of the twentie, not one Worse. cc xx pi, (cc p-acp crd,) j: cc av cs d np1, pp-f dt crd, xx pi av-jc. (13) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 287
3212 It is said in the sixteenth Chapter of this booke, that Ahab the sonne of Omri did euill in the sight of the Lord aboue all that were before him, at verse 30; It is said in the sixteenth Chapter of this book, that Ahab the son of Omri did evil in the sighed of the Lord above all that were before him, At verse 30; pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, cst np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d cst vbdr p-acp pno31, p-acp n1 crd; (13) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 288
3213 & at verse 33. that he did more to prouoke the Lord God of Israel to anger, & At verse 33. that he did more to provoke the Lord God of Israel to anger, cc p-acp n1 crd d pns31 vdd dc p-acp vvi dt n1 np1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 288
3214 than all the Kings of Israel that were before him: than all the Kings of Israel that were before him: cs d dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vbdr p-acp pno31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 288
3215 and at verse 25. of this Chapter, that there was none like vnto Ahab, which did sell himself to worke wickednesse in the sight of the Lord. and At verse 25. of this Chapter, that there was none like unto Ahab, which did fell himself to work wickedness in the sighed of the Lord. cc p-acp n1 crd pp-f d n1, cst a-acp vbds pix av-j p-acp np1, r-crq vdd vvi px31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 288
3216 An Oppressour hee was, and a Murtherer, and an Idolater, and a Persecuter of that holy Truth, which God had plentifully reuealed by his Prophets, and powerfully confirmed by Miracles, and mercifully declared by many gracious deliuerances (euen to him) in such manner as that hee could not but know it to be the Truth ; an Oppressor he was, and a Murderer, and an Idolater, and a Persecutor of that holy Truth, which God had plentifully revealed by his prophets, and powerfully confirmed by Miracles, and mercifully declared by many gracious Deliverances (even to him) in such manner as that he could not but know it to be the Truth; dt n1 pns31 vbds, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq np1 vhd av-j vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc av-j vvn p-acp n2, cc av-j vvn p-acp d j n2 (av-j p-acp pno31) p-acp d n1 c-acp cst pns31 vmd xx cc-acp vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 288
3217 and therfore an Hypocrite: and in all likelihoood, an obstinate sinner against the holy Ghost, and a Castaway. and Therefore an Hypocrite: and in all likelihoood, an obstinate sinner against the holy Ghost, and a Castaway. cc av dt n1: cc p-acp d j, dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 288
3218 This is Ahab: this the man. This is Ahab: this the man. d vbz np1: d dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 288
3219 But what is his carriage? what doth hee? hee humbleth himselfe before the Lord. But what is his carriage? what does he? he Humbleth himself before the Lord. p-acp r-crq vbz po31 n1? q-crq vdz pns31? pns31 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 288
3220 [ Seest thou how Ahab humbleth himselfe before me? ] The manner and occasion of his humbling, is set downe a little before; [ See thou how Ahab Humbleth himself before me? ] The manner and occasion of his humbling, is Set down a little before; [ vv2 pns21 c-crq np1 vvz px31 p-acp pno11? ] dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 vvg, vbz vvn a-acp dt j p-acp; (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 288
3221 at verse 27. And it came to passe, when Ahab heard those words (the words of Eliah the Prophet, dealing plainly and roundly with him for his hatefull Oppression and Murther) that he rent his cloathes, At verse 27. And it Come to pass, when Ahab herd those words (the words of Elijah the Prophet, dealing plainly and roundly with him for his hateful Oppression and Murder) that he rend his clothes, p-acp n1 crd cc pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi, c-crq np1 vvd d n2 (dt n2 pp-f np1 dt n1, vvg av-j cc av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1) d pns31 vvd po31 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 288
3222 and put sack-cloth vpon his flesh, and fasted, and lay in sack-cloth, and went softly. And that is the humbling here spoken and allowed of: and put Sackcloth upon his Flesh, and fasted, and lay in Sackcloth, and went softly. And that is the humbling Here spoken and allowed of: cc vvd n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd, cc vvd p-acp n1, cc vvd av-j. cc d vbz dt vvg av vvn cc vvn pp-f: (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 288
3223 and for which God here promiseth, that hee will not bring the euill in his daies. Lay all all this together; and for which God Here promises, that he will not bring the evil in his days. Lay all all this together; cc p-acp r-crq np1 av vvz, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2. np1 d d d av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 288
3224 the man, and his ill conditions, and his present carriage, with the occasion and successe of it: the man, and his ill conditions, and his present carriage, with the occasion and success of it: dt n1, cc po31 j-jn n2, cc po31 j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 289
3225 and it offereth three notable things to our consideration. See first ; how farre an Hypocrite, a Castaway may goe in the outward performance of holy duties, and it Offereth three notable things to our consideration. See First; how Far an Hypocrite, a Castaway may go in the outward performance of holy duties, cc pn31 vvz crd j n2 p-acp po12 n1. n1 ord; c-crq av-j dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 289
3226 and particularly in the practice of Repentance: here is Ahab humbled; such a man, and yet so penitent. See againe secondly ; and particularly in the practice of Repentance: Here is Ahab humbled; such a man, and yet so penitent. See again secondly; cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: av vbz np1 vvn; d dt n1, cc av av j-jn. vvb av ord; (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 289
3227 how deepe Gods word, though in the mouth but of weake instruments, when he is pleased to giue strength vnto it, pierceth into the consciences of obstinate sinners, how deep God's word, though in the Mouth but of weak Instruments, when he is pleased to give strength unto it, pierces into the Consciences of obstinate Sinners, c-crq j-jn n2 n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc-acp pp-f j n2, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31, vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 289
3228 and bringeth the proudest of them vpon their knees, in despight of their hearts: here is Ahab quelled by Eliah ; and brings the proudest of them upon their knees, in despite of their hearts: Here is Ahab quelled by Elijah; cc vvz dt js pp-f pno32 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2: av vbz np1 vvn p-acp np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 289
3229 such a great one, by such a weake one. See yet againe thirdly ; such a great one, by such a weak one. See yet again Thirdly; d dt j pi, p-acp d dt j pi. n1 av av ord; (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 289
3230 how prone God is to mercy, and how ready to apprehend any aduantage (as it were) and occasion to shew compassion: how prove God is to mercy, and how ready to apprehend any advantage (as it were) and occasion to show compassion: c-crq j np1 vbz p-acp n1, cc c-crq j pc-acp vvi d n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) cc n1 pc-acp vvi n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 289
3231 here is Ahab humbled, and his iudgement adiourned; Here is Ahab humbled, and his judgement adjourned; av vbz np1 vvn, cc po31 n1 vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 289
3232 such a reall substantiall fauour, and yet vpon such an empty shadow of repentance. Of these three at this time in their order: and of the first, first. such a real substantial favour, and yet upon such an empty shadow of Repentance. Of these three At this time in their order: and of the First, First. d dt j j vvi, cc av p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f n1. pp-f d crd p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n1: cc pp-f dt ord, ord. (13) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 289
3233 An Hypocrite may goe very farre in the outward performances of holy duties. For the right conceiuing of which assertion; an Hypocrite may go very Far in the outward performances of holy duties. For the right conceiving of which assertion; dt n1 vmb vvi av av-j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2. p-acp dt n-jn vvg pp-f r-crq n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 289
3234 Note first, that I speake not now of the common graces of Illumination, and Edification, and good dexterity for the practising of some particular Calling; Note First, that I speak not now of the Common graces of Illumination, and Edification, and good dexterity for the practising of Some particular Calling; vvb ord, cst pns11 vvb xx av pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc j n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d j vvg; (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 289
3235 which gifts, with sundrie other like, are oftentimes found euen in such apparantly wicked and prophane men, which Gifts, with sundry other like, Are oftentimes found even in such apparently wicked and profane men, r-crq n2, p-acp j j-jn j, vbr av vvn av p-acp d av-j j cc j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 289
3236 as haue not so much as the forme (much lesse the power) of godlinesse: as have not so much as the Form (much less the power) of godliness: c-acp vhb xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 (av-d dc dt n1) pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 289
3237 but I speake euen of those Graces, which de totâ specie (if they bee true and syncere) are the vndoubted blessed fruites of Gods holy renewing Spirit of sanctification, such as are Repentance, Faith, Hope, Ioy, Humility, Patience, Temperance, Meekenesse, Zeale, Reformation, &c. in such as these Hypocrites may goe very farre, but I speak even of those Graces, which de totâ specie (if they be true and sincere) Are the undoubted blessed fruits of God's holy renewing Spirit of sanctification, such as Are Repentance, Faith, Hope, Joy, Humility, Patience, Temperance, Meekness, Zeal, Reformation, etc. in such as these Hypocrites may go very Far, cc-acp pns11 vvb av pp-f d n2, r-crq fw-la fw-la fw-la (cs pns32 vbb j cc j) vbr dt j j-vvn n2 pp-f n2 j vvg n1 pp-f n1, d c-acp vbr n1, n1, vvb, np1-n, n1, n1, np1-n, n1, n1, n1, av p-acp d c-acp d n2 vmb vvi av av-j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 290
3238 as to the outward semblance, and performance. Note secondly, that I speake not, of the inward power and reality of these graces; as to the outward semblance, and performance. Note secondly, that I speak not, of the inward power and reality of these graces; c-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc n1. n1 ord, cst pns11 vvb xx, pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 290
3239 for Castawayes and Hypocrites, not hauing vnion with God by a liuely faith in his Sonne, nor communion with him by the effectuall working of his spirit, haue no part nor fellowship in these things, which are proper to the chosen and called of God, for Castaways and Hypocrites, not having Union with God by a lively faith in his Son, nor communion with him by the effectual working of his Spirit, have no part nor fellowship in these things, which Are proper to the chosen and called of God, p-acp n2 cc n2, xx vhg n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, ccx n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, vhb dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq vbr j p-acp dt vvn cc vvn pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 290
3240 and peculiar to those that are his peculiar people: but I speake only of the outward performances, and exercises of such actions, and peculiar to those that Are his peculiar people: but I speak only of the outward performances, and exercises of such actions, cc j p-acp d cst vbr po31 j n1: cc-acp pns11 vvb av-j pp-f dt j n2, cc n2 pp-f d n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 290
3241 as may seeme to flow from such spirituall graces habitually rooted in the heart; as may seem to flow from such spiritual graces habitually rooted in the heart; c-acp vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 290
3242 when as yet they may spring also (and, when they are found in vnregenerate men, doe so spring) from Nature, perhaps moralized, or otherwise restrayned, but yet vnrenewed by sauing and sanctifying Grace. when as yet they may spring also (and, when they Are found in unregenerate men, do so spring) from Nature, perhaps moralized, or otherwise restrained, but yet unrenewed by Saving and sanctifying Grace. c-crq c-acp av pns32 vmb vvi av (cc, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j n2, vdb av vvi) p-acp n1, av vvn, cc av vvn, p-acp av vvd p-acp vvg cc j-vvg n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 290
3243 Note thirdly, that when I say an Hypocrite may goe very farre in such outward performances; Note Thirdly, that when I say an Hypocrite may go very Far in such outward performances; n1 ord, cst c-crq pns11 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi av av-j p-acp d j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 290
3244 by the Hypocrite is meant not only the grosse or formall Hypocrite, but euery naturall and vnregenerate man, (including also the Elect of God before their effectuall calling and conuersion,) as also Reprobates and Castawayes for the whole time of their liues: by the Hypocrite is meant not only the gross or formal Hypocrite, but every natural and unregenerate man, (including also the Elect of God before their effectual calling and conversion,) as also Reprobates and Castaways for the Whole time of their lives: p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn xx av-j dt j cc j n1, p-acp d j cc j n1, (vvg av dt j pp-f np1 p-acp po32 j vvg cc n1,) p-acp av n2-jn cc n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 290
3245 all of which may haue such faire semblances of the forenamed Graces, and of other like them; all of which may have such fair semblances of the forenamed Graces, and of other like them; d pp-f r-crq vmb vhi d j n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n2, cc pp-f j-jn vvb pno32; (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 290
3246 as not only others (who are to iudge the best by the Law of Charity,) but themselues also, through the wretched deceitfulnesse of their own wicked and corrupt hearts, may mistake for those very Graces they resemble. as not only Others (who Are to judge the best by the Law of Charity,) but themselves also, through the wretched deceitfulness of their own wicked and corrupt hearts, may mistake for those very Graces they resemble. c-acp xx av-j n2-jn (r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi dt js p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,) cc-acp px32 av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 d j cc j n2, vmb vvi p-acp d j n2 pns32 vvb. (13) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 291
3247 The Parable of the seed sowen in the stony ground, may serue for a full both declaration and proofe hereof: The Parable of the seed sown in the stony ground, may serve for a full both declaration and proof hereof: dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt j d n1 cc n1 av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 291
3248 which seed is said to haue sprouted forth immediately, springing vp forthwith after it was sowen; which seed is said to have sprouted forth immediately, springing up forthwith After it was sown; r-crq n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn av av-j, vvg a-acp av p-acp pn31 vbds vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 291
3249 but yet neuer came to good, but speedily withered away, because for want of deepnesse of earth it had not moysture enough to feed it to any perfection of growth and ripenesse. but yet never Come to good, but speedily withered away, Because for want of deepness of earth it had not moisture enough to feed it to any perfection of growth and ripeness. cc-acp av av-x vvd p-acp j, cc-acp av-j vvn av, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vhd xx n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 291
3250 And that branch of the Parable our blessed Sauiour himselfe in his exposition applyeth to such hearers ; And that branch of the Parable our blessed Saviour himself in his exposition Applieth to such hearers; cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 po12 j-vvn n1 px31 p-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp d n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 291
3251 as when they heare the word immediately receiued it with gladnesse, and who so forward as they to repent, and beleeue, and reforme their liues? but yet all that forwardnesse commeth to nothing, they endure but for a short time, because they haue no roote in themselues, but want the sap and moysture of Grace to giue life and lasting to those beginnings and imperfect offers and essayes of goodnesse, they made shew of. as when they hear the word immediately received it with gladness, and who so forward as they to Repent, and believe, and reform their lives? but yet all that forwardness comes to nothing, they endure but for a short time, Because they have no root in themselves, but want the sap and moisture of Grace to give life and lasting to those beginnings and imperfect offers and essays of Goodness, they made show of. c-acp c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 av-j vvd pn31 p-acp n1, cc r-crq av av-j c-acp pns32 p-acp vvb, cc vvb, cc vvi po32 n2? cc-acp av d cst n1 vvz p-acp pix, pns32 vvi cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp px32, p-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvb pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvg p-acp d n2 cc j vvz cc n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vvd vvi pp-f. (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 291
3252 Here are good affections (to see to) vnto the good word of God, they receiue it with ioy ; Here Are good affections (to see to) unto the good word of God, they receive it with joy; av vbr j n2 (pc-acp vvi pc-acp) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 291
3253 it worketh not only vpon their iudgements, but it seemeth also to reioyce, yea after a sort to rauish their hearts, so as they feele a kinde of tickling pleasure and delight in it; it works not only upon their Judgments, but it seems also to rejoice, yea After a sort to ravish their hearts, so as they feel a kind of tickling pleasure and delight in it; pn31 vvz xx av-j p-acp po32 n2, p-acp pn31 vvz av pc-acp vvi, uh p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, av c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 291
3254 which the Apostle calleth tasting of the heauenly gift, and the good word of God, which the Apostle calls tasting of the heavenly gift, and the good word of God, r-crq dt n1 vvz vvg pp-f dt j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 291
3255 and the powers of the world to come, Heb. 6. And as they receiue the seed ioyfully, so it appeareth quickly ; and the Powers of the world to come, Hebrew 6. And as they receive the seed joyfully, so it appears quickly; cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd cc c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 av-j, av pn31 vvz av-j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 291
3256 it springeth vp anon in the likenesse of Repentance and Faith and Obedience and newnesse of life. it springs up anon in the likeness of Repentance and Faith and obedience and newness of life. pn31 vvz a-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 291
3257 They may bee touched with a deepe feeling of their sinnes; and with heauy hearts and many teares confesse and bewaile them; They may be touched with a deep feeling of their Sins; and with heavy hearts and many tears confess and bewail them; pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn vvg pp-f po32 n2; cc p-acp j n2 cc d n2 vvb cc vvb pno32; (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 292
3258 and not only promise, but also purpose amendment. and not only promise, but also purpose amendment. cc xx av-j vvb, p-acp av n1 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 292
3259 They may bee superficially affected with, and finde some ouerly comfort and refreshing from, the contemplation of those gracious promises of mercy and reconciliation and saluation which are contained in the glorious Gospell of our Lord Iesus Christ; They may be superficially affected with, and find Some overly Comfort and refreshing from, the contemplation of those gracious promises of mercy and reconciliation and salvation which Are contained in the glorious Gospel of our Lord Iesus christ; pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp, cc vvi d av-j vvi cc vvg p-acp, dt n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 292
3260 and haue some degrees of perswasion that those promises are true, and some flashes of confidence withall of their own personall interest therein. and have Some Degrees of persuasion that those promises Are true, and Some flashes of confidence withal of their own personal Interest therein. cc vhb d n2 pp-f n1 cst d n2 vbr j, cc d n2 pp-f n1 av pp-f po32 d j n1 av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 292
3261 They may reforme themselues in the generall course of their liues in sundry particulars: They may reform themselves in the general course of their lives in sundry particulars: pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp j n2-j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 292
3262 refraining from some grosse disorders, and auoyding the occasions of them, wherein they haue formerly liued and delighted, refraining from Some gross disorders, and avoiding the occasions of them, wherein they have formerly lived and delighted, vvg p-acp d j n2, cc vvg dt n2 pp-f pno32, c-crq pns32 vhb av-j vvn cc vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 292
3263 and practicing many outward duties of Piety and Charity, conformably to the letter of the Lawes of both Tables: and misliking and opposing against the common errours or corruptions of the times and places wherein they liue; and practicing many outward duties of Piety and Charity, conformably to the Letter of the Laws of both Tables: and misliking and opposing against the Common errors or corruptions of the times and places wherein they live; cc vvg d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n2: cc vvg cc vvg p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 c-crq pns32 vvb; (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 292
3264 and all this to their owne and others thinking, with as great zeale vnto godlinesse, and as thorough indignation against sinne, as any others. All this they may doe: and all this to their own and Others thinking, with as great zeal unto godliness, and as through Indignation against sin, as any Others. All this they may do: cc d d p-acp po32 d cc ng2-jn n-vvg, p-acp p-acp j n1 p-acp n1, cc c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, c-acp d n2-jn. av-d d pns32 vmb vdi: (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 292
3265 and yet all the while be rotten at the heart; wholly carnall and vn-renewed; quite empty of sound Faith, and Repentance, and Obedience, and euery good grace; and yet all the while be rotten At the heart; wholly carnal and unrenewed; quite empty of found Faith, and Repentance, and obedience, and every good grace; cc av d dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1; av-jn j cc j; av j pp-f j n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc d j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 292
3266 full of damnable Pride and Hypocrisie ; full of damnable Pride and Hypocrisy; j pp-f j n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 292
3267 and in the present state of damnation, and in the purpose of God Reprobates and Castawayes. and in the present state of damnation, and in the purpose of God Reprobates and Castaways. cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 n2-jn cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 292
3268 Examples hereof wee haue, in Sauls care for the destroying of Witches; in Iehu's zeale in killing Baals Priests; Examples hereof we have, in Saul's care for the destroying of Witches; in Jehu's zeal in killing Baal's Priests; n2 av pns12 vhb, p-acp np1 vvb p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2; p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp vvg npg1 n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 292
3269 in Herods hearing of Iohn Baptist gladly, and doing many things thereafter; and, to omit others, in this wicked King Ahabs present fit of Repentance and Humiliation. in Herods hearing of John Baptist gladly, and doing many things thereafter; and, to omit Others, in this wicked King Ahabs present fit of Repentance and Humiliation. p-acp npg1 vvg pp-f np1 np1 av-j, cc vdg d n2 av; cc, pc-acp vvi n2-jn, p-acp d j n1 npg1 j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 293
3270 At all which and sundry other like effects, wee shall the lesse need to maruell; if wee shall seriously consider the Causes and Reasons thereof. At all which and sundry other like effects, we shall the less need to marvel; if we shall seriously Consider the Causes and Reasons thereof. p-acp d r-crq cc j j-jn j n2, pns12 vmb dt av-dc n1 pc-acp vvi; cs pns12 vmb av-j vvi dt n2 cc n2 av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 293
3271 I will name but a few of many: and but name them neither. First ; great is the force of Naturall Conscience, euen in the most wicked men; I will name but a few of many: and but name them neither. First; great is the force of Natural Conscience, even in the most wicked men; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt d pp-f d: cc p-acp n1 pno32 av-dx. ord; j vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, av-j p-acp dt av-ds j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 293
3272 especially when it is awakened by the hand of God in any heauy affliction, or by the voyce of God threatning it with vengeance: especially when it is awakened by the hand of God in any heavy affliction, or by the voice of God threatening it with vengeance: av-j c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg pn31 p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 293
3273 it pursueth the guilty soule with continuall and restlesse clamours, and hee seeth that something hee must needs doe, it pursueth the guilty soul with continual and restless clamours, and he sees that something he must needs do, pn31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp j cc j n2, cc pns31 vvz d pi pns31 vmb av vdi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 293
3274 if hee knew what, to stop the mouth of Conscience, and so hee falleth a repenting, and reforming, and resoluing of a new course; if he knew what, to stop the Mouth of Conscience, and so he falls a repenting, and reforming, and resolving of a new course; cs pns31 vvd r-crq, p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av pns31 vvz dt vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg pp-f dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 293
3275 which though it bee not syncere, and so cannot worke a perfect cure vpon a wounded conscience, which though it be not sincere, and so cannot work a perfect cure upon a wounded conscience, r-crq cs pn31 vbb xx j, cc av vmbx vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 293
3276 but that still it ranckleth inward, yet it giueth some present ease, and allayeth the anguish of it for the time. Secondly ; but that still it rankles inward, yet it gives Some present ease, and allayeth the anguish of it for the time. Secondly; cc-acp cst av pn31 vvz j, av pn31 vvz d j n1, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1. ord; (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 293
3277 God will haue the Power of his owne Ordinance sometimes manifested euen vpon those that hate it, God will have the Power of his own Ordinance sometime manifested even upon those that hate it, np1 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1 av vvd av-j p-acp d cst vvb pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 293
3278 as hee got himselfe honour vpon Pharaoh and the Egyptians: that his owne faithfull ones may see and admire the power of that holy seed, whereby they are begotten againe from the dead; as he god himself honour upon Pharaoh and the egyptians: that his own faithful ones may see and admire the power of that holy seed, whereby they Are begotten again from the dead; c-acp pns31 vvd px31 n1 p-acp np1 cc dt np1: cst po31 d j pi2 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp dt j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 293
3279 not doubting but that the Gospell will proue the power of God vnto saluation to all that beleeue, when they behold in it the power of conuiction vpon many that beleeue not. Thirdly ; not doubting but that the Gospel will prove the power of God unto salvation to all that believe, when they behold in it the power of conviction upon many that believe not. Thirdly; xx vvg p-acp d dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp d cst vvb, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d cst vvb xx. ord; (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 293
3280 God in his most wise and vnsearchable prouidence so ordereth and disposeth not only outward things, God in his most wise and unsearchable providence so Ordereth and Disposeth not only outward things, np1 p-acp po31 av-ds j cc j n1 av vvz cc vvz xx av-j j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 294
3281 but euen the hearts and wills and thoughts and actions of men, permitting his children to fall backwards into sinnes, but even the hearts and wills and thoughts and actions of men, permitting his children to fallen backwards into Sins, cc-acp av-j dt n2 cc n2 cc n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, vvg po31 n2 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 294
3282 and bringing on his enemies towards goodnesse, so farre as hee thinketh good; and bringing on his enemies towards Goodness, so Far as he Thinketh good; cc vvg p-acp po31 ng1 p-acp n1, av av-j c-acp pns31 vvz j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 294
3283 as for other purposes, so for this end also among the rest, that man might not bee able from those things hee seeth happen vnto other men, as for other Purposes, so for this end also among the rest, that man might not be able from those things he sees happen unto other men, c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, av p-acp d n1 av p-acp dt n1, cst n1 vmd xx vbi j p-acp d n2 pns31 vvz vvi p-acp j-jn n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 294
3284 or done by them, to iudge infallibly of the state of his brothers soule; or done by them, to judge infallibly of the state of his Brother's soul; cc vdn p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 294
3285 God reseruing this Royalty vnto himselfe, to bee the only searcher of the hearts and reynes of others. God reserving this Royalty unto himself, to be the only searcher of the hearts and reins of Others. np1 vvg d n1 p-acp px31, pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2-jn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 294
3286 For these and sundry other Reasons it commeth to passe, that Hypocrites and Castawayes, doe oftentimes goe so farre as they doe, in the outward performances of Holy duties. For these and sundry other Reasons it comes to pass, that Hypocrites and Castaways, do oftentimes go so Far as they do, in the outward performances of Holy duties. p-acp d cc j j-jn n2 pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst n2 cc n2, vdb av vvi av av-j c-acp pns32 vdb, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 294
3287 Now if men may goe thus farre, and yet bee in the state of damnation: Now if men may go thus Far, and yet be in the state of damnation: av cs n2 vmb vvi av av-j, cc av vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 294
3288 what hope then (First) of heauen, for such prophane vngodly wretches, as are so farre from hauing the power, as that they haue not so much as the least shew of godlinesse? What will become of those, that sit them downe in the chaire of scorners, and despise the good word of God, what hope then (First) of heaven, for such profane ungodly wretches, as Are so Far from having the power, as that they have not so much as the least show of godliness? What will become of those, that fit them down in the chair of Scorner's, and despise the good word of God, r-crq n1 av (np1) pp-f n1, p-acp d j j n2, c-acp vbr av av-j p-acp j-vvg dt n1, p-acp cst pns32 vhb xx av av-d c-acp dt ds vvb pp-f n1? q-crq vmb vvi pp-f d, cst vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 294
3289 and make a scoffe of those men that desire to square their liues by that rule; and make a scoff of those men that desire to square their lives by that Rule; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 cst vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 294
3290 when some of them, that heare it gladly, and receiue it with ioy, and are content to bee ordered by it in many things, shall yet goe to hell? Certainly Ahab and Herod, and such cursed miscreants shall rise vp in iudgement against these men and condemne them: when Some of them, that hear it gladly, and receive it with joy, and Are content to be ordered by it in many things, shall yet go to hell? Certainly Ahab and Herod, and such cursed miscreants shall rise up in judgement against these men and condemn them: c-crq d pp-f pno32, cst vvb pn31 av-j, cc vvb pn31 p-acp n1, cc vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp d n2, vmb av vvi p-acp n1? av-j np1 cc np1, cc d j-vvn n2 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp d n2 cc vvi pno32: (13) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 294
3291 and they shall haue their portion with Hypocrites shall I say? Alas, wofull is their case, and they shall have their portion with Hypocrites shall I say? Alas, woeful is their case, cc pns32 vmb vhi po32 n1 p-acp n2 vmb pns11 vvi? np1, j vbz po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 295
3292 if their portion fall but there: but let them take heede lest their portion be not so good as the Hypocrites; if their portion fallen but there: but let them take heed lest their portion be not so good as the Hypocrites; cs po32 n1 vvi p-acp a-acp: cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi n1 cs po32 n1 vbb xx av j c-acp dt n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 295
3293 and that it be not ten times easier for Ahab and Herod, and the whole crew of such Hypocrites, at the day of iudgement, than for them. Secondly ; and that it be not ten times Easier for Ahab and Herod, and the Whole crew of such Hypocrites, At the day of judgement, than for them. Secondly; cc cst pn31 vbb xx crd n2 jc p-acp np1 cc np1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs p-acp pno32. ord; (13) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 295
3294 what a starke shame would it be for vs, who haue receiued the first fruites of the Spirit, not to bring forth the fruites of that spirit in some good abundance, in the frequent and comfortable and actuall exercises of those habituall graces that are in vs, of Faith, Repentance, Loue, Reformation, Zeale, and the rest: what a stark shame would it be for us, who have received the First fruits of the Spirit, not to bring forth the fruits of that Spirit in Some good abundance, in the frequent and comfortable and actual exercises of those habitual graces that Are in us, of Faith, Repentance, Love, Reformation, Zeal, and the rest: r-crq dt j vvb vmd pn31 vbi p-acp pno12, zz vhb vvn dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1, xx pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp d j n1, p-acp dt j cc j cc j n2 pp-f d j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno12, pp-f n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 295
3295 seeing the counterfeits of these graces are oftentimes so eminent, euen in Hypocrites and Castawayes? Shall a piece of rotten wood, or a glow-worme shine so bright in the darke; seeing the counterfeits of these graces Are oftentimes so eminent, even in Hypocrites and Castaways? Shall a piece of rotten wood, or a Glowworm shine so bright in the dark; vvg dt vvz pp-f d n2 vbr av av j, av p-acp n2 cc n2? vmb dt n1 pp-f vvn n1, cc dt n1 vvb av j p-acp dt j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 295
3296 and our holy lampes, fed with oyle from heauen, burne so dimme? Nay, let our lights also, and our holy lamps, fed with oil from heaven, burn so dim? Nay, let our lights also, cc po12 j n2, vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvb av j? uh-x, vvb po12 n2 av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 295
3297 as well as theirs, shine before men ; yea and outshine theirs too: as well as theirs, shine before men; yea and outshine theirs too: c-acp av c-acp png32, vvb p-acp n2; uh cc vvi png32 av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 295
3298 that men may see our truely good workes, as well as their seeming ones, and glorifie our Father which is in heauen. that men may see our truly good works, as well as their seeming ones, and Glorify our Father which is in heaven. cst n2 vmb vvi po12 av-j j n2, c-acp av c-acp po32 j-vvg pi2, cc vvi po12 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 295
3299 Although all be not gold that glistereth: Although all be not gold that glistereth: cs d vbb xx n1 cst vvz: (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 295
3300 yet pity it is, that true gold should gather rust, and lose the lustre for want of vsing; yet pity it is, that true gold should gather rust, and loose the lustre for want of using; av vvb pn31 vbz, cst j n1 vmd vvi vvi, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f vvg; (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 295
3301 when Brasse and Copper and baser mettals are kept bright with scowring. when Brass and Copper and baser metals Are kept bright with scouring. c-crq n1 cc n1 cc jc n2 vbr vvn j p-acp vvg. (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 295
3302 Let not bleare-eyed Leah haue cause to reioyce against beautifull Rachel, or to insult ouer her barrennesse: Let not blear-eyed Leah have cause to rejoice against beautiful Rachel, or to insult over her Barrenness: vvb xx j np1 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j np1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 295
3303 neither let vs who profess• our selues to be Wisedomes children, suffer our selues to be out-stript by Natures brats, in justifying our Mother. neither let us who profess• our selves to be Wisdoms children, suffer our selves to be outstripped by Nature's brats, in justifying our Mother. av-dx vvb pno12 r-crq n1 po12 n2 pc-acp vbi ng1 n2, vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 n2, p-acp vvg po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 295
3304 Rather let their splendida peccata prouoke vs to a godly iealousie and emulation, and spurre vs vp to the quickning of those Graces God hath giuen vs: Rather let their splendida Peccata provoke us to a godly jealousy and emulation, and spur us up to the quickening of those Graces God hath given us: av-c vvb po32 fw-la n1 vvb pno12 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, cc vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d n2 np1 vhz vvn pno12: (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 296
3305 that the power of Godlinesse in vs, may bee at least as fruitfull in all outward performances, that the power of Godliness in us, may be At least as fruitful in all outward performances, d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, vmb vbi p-acp ds p-acp j p-acp d j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 296
3306 as the shew of it is in them. Thirdly, this should teach vs caution in our iudging of other mens estates. as the show of it is in them. Thirdly, this should teach us caution in our judging of other men's estates. c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz p-acp pno32. ord, d vmd vvi pno12 n1 p-acp po12 vvg pp-f j-jn ng2 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 296
3307 Wee are apt to offend both wayes. If we see a man ouertaken with some grosse scandalous sinne; we Are apt to offend both ways. If we see a man overtaken with Some gross scandalous sin; pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi d n2. cs pns12 vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp d j j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 296
3308 as Drunkennesse, Adultery, Oppression, or Periurie ; but especially if hee liue long therein: by and by he is a Reprobate with vs; as drunkenness, Adultery, Oppression, or Perjury; but especially if he live long therein: by and by he is a Reprobate with us; c-acp n1, n1, n1, cc n1; cc-acp av-j cs pns31 vvb av-j av: p-acp cc a-acp pns31 vbz dt j-jn p-acp pno12; (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 296
3309 or at least he is not yet in the state of Grace. Thus we speake, thus we iudge: or At least he is not yet in the state of Grace. Thus we speak, thus we judge: cc p-acp ds pns31 vbz xx av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av pns12 vvb, av pns12 vvb: (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 296
3310 but we consider not the whilest, how farre and how long God in his holy wisedome may suffer foule temptations to preuaile against his Chosen ones. On the other side, but we Consider not the whilst, how Far and how long God in his holy Wisdom may suffer foul temptations to prevail against his Chosen ones. On the other side, cc-acp pns12 vvb xx av cs, c-crq av-j cc q-crq av-j np1 p-acp po31 j n1 vmb vvi j n2 p-acp vvb p-acp po31 vvn pi2. p-acp dt j-jn n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 296
3311 if we see a man forward in the duties of Religion, charitably affected to the poore, iust & vpright in his dealings with men, stoutly opposing against common corruptions, suffering for the profession of the truth: if we see a man forward in the duties of Religion, charitably affected to the poor, just & upright in his dealings with men, stoutly opposing against Common corruptions, suffering for the profession of the truth: cs pns12 vvb dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, av-j vvn p-acp dt j, j cc av-j p-acp po31 n2-vvg p-acp n2, av-j vvg p-acp j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 296
3312 by and by he is a Saint with vs; by and by he is a Faint with us; p-acp cc a-acp pns31 vbz dt j p-acp pno12; (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 296
3313 and wee sticke not sometimes in our folly to wish that our soules might speed as that mans soule at a venture. and we stick not sometime in our folly to wish that our Souls might speed as that men soul At a venture. cc pns12 vvb xx av p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi cst po12 n2 vmd vvi p-acp d ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 296
3314 But we consider not the whilest, how farre the force of Naturall Conscience, and common Morall Grace (if you will allow me to speake so improperly) may leade a man onward vnto all outward performances, who was yet neuer effectually called, nor truely sanctified. And yet, busie fooles th•t wee are, wee cannot keepe our selues in our owne bounds; But we Consider not the whilst, how Far the force of Natural Conscience, and Common Moral Grace (if you will allow me to speak so improperly) may lead a man onward unto all outward performances, who was yet never effectually called, nor truly sanctified. And yet, busy Fools th•t we Are, we cannot keep our selves in our own bounds; cc-acp pns12 vvb xx av cs, c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc j j n1 (cs pn22 vmb vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi av av-j) vmb vvi dt n1 av p-acp d j n2, r-crq vbds av av av-j vvn, ccx av-j vvn. cc av, j n2 vmb pns12 vbr, pns12 vmbx vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 d n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 296
3315 but we must be medling with Gods prerogatiue, and thrusting our selues into his chaire ; but we must be meddling with God's prerogative, and thrusting our selves into his chair; cc-acp pns12 vmb vbi vvg p-acp ng1 n1, cc vvg po12 n2 p-acp po31 av-j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 296
3316 and be iudging of our brethren, whose hearts we are so farre from knowing, as that wee are scarce well acquainted with our owne. and be judging of our brothers, whose hearts we Are so Far from knowing, as that we Are scarce well acquainted with our own. cc vbi vvg pp-f po12 n2, rg-crq n2 pns12 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg, c-acp cst pns12 vbr av-j av vvn p-acp po12 d. (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 297
3317 But what haue wee to doe eyther with one or other? what lawfull commission haue we at all to iudge? or what certaine euidence haue we, whereby to iudge? Infallible signes we cannot haue from anie outward things, eyther of the want, or of the hauing of grace, in other men: But what have we to do either with one or other? what lawful commission have we At all to judge? or what certain evidence have we, whereby to judge? Infallible Signs we cannot have from any outward things, either of the want, or of the having of grace, in other men: p-acp q-crq vhb pns12 pc-acp vdi d p-acp crd cc n-jn? q-crq j n1 vhb pns12 p-acp d pc-acp vvi? cc q-crq j n1 vhb pns12, c-crq pc-acp vvi? j n2 pns12 vmbx vhi p-acp d j n2, av-d pp-f dt vvb, cc pp-f dt vhg pp-f n1, p-acp j-jn n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 297
3318 yet of the two, farre more pregnant probabilities of the want than of the hauing of grace. yet of the two, Far more pregnant probabilities of the want than of the having of grace. av pp-f dt crd, av-j av-dc j n2 pp-f dt vvb cs pp-f dt vhg pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 297
3319 Because there may be such an open course held in euill things, as wee may iustly doubt whether such a course can stand with grace, or no: Because there may be such an open course held in evil things, as we may justly doubt whither such a course can stand with grace, or no: p-acp a-acp vmb vbi d dt j n1 vvn p-acp j-jn n2, c-acp pns12 vmb av-j vvi cs d dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp vvb, cc dx: (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 297
3320 whereas there cannot bee anie course held in good things outwardly, but such as may stand with Hypocrisie. What are wee then to doe? Euen this: whereas there cannot be any course held in good things outwardly, but such as may stand with Hypocrisy. What Are we then to do? Eve this: cs a-acp vmbx vbi d n1 vvn p-acp j n2 av-j, cc-acp d c-acp vmb vvi p-acp n1. q-crq vbr pns12 av pc-acp vdi? np1 d: (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 297
3321 to vse the iudgement of Probabilitie, hoping with cheerefulnesse that there is Grace, where we see comfortable signes of it; to use the judgement of Probability, hoping with cheerfulness that there is Grace, where we see comfortable Signs of it; pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp n1 cst pc-acp vbz n1, c-crq pns12 vvb j n2 pp-f pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 297
3322 and to vse the iudgement of Charity, still hoping the best (though not without some feare,) that there may be Grace, where we see feareful signes of the want of it. and to use the judgement of Charity, still hoping the best (though not without Some Fear,) that there may be Grace, where we see fearful Signs of the want of it. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, av vvg dt js (cs xx p-acp d n1,) cst pc-acp vmb vbi n1, c-crq pns12 vvb j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 297
3323 But for the iudgement of Infallibility either pro or con, what sinfull man dareth challenge that vnto himselfe; But for the judgement of Infallibility either Pro or con, what sinful man dareth challenge that unto himself; p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 d fw-la cc vvb, r-crq j n1 vvz n1 cst p-acp px31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 297
3324 vnlesse it bee that man of sinne, who hath nestled himselfe higher than into Peters Chaire, into the Throne of God, sitting in the Temple of God, and there determining as God, and with his breath damning and sainting whom he listeth? But let him goe: unless it be that man of sin, who hath nestled himself higher than into Peter's Chair, into the Throne of God, sitting in the Temple of God, and there determining as God, and with his breath damning and sainting whom he lists? But let him go: cs pn31 vbi cst n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vhz vvn px31 jc cs p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc a-acp vvg p-acp np1, cc p-acp po31 n1 vvg cc n1 r-crq pns31 vvz? cc-acp vvb pno31 vvi: (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 297
3325 and let this bee our direction in this point. Thinke wee comfortably, where wee see no reason to the contrary: and let this be our direction in this point. Think we comfortably, where we see no reason to the contrary: cc vvb d vbb po12 n1 p-acp d n1. vvb pns12 av-j, c-crq pns12 vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n-jn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 297
3326 Hope wee charitably, euen where wee doe see some reason to the contrary. But iudge wee neither way peremptorily and definitiuely, whatsoeuer probabilities we see either way: Hope we charitably, even where we do see Some reason to the contrary. But judge we neither Way peremptorily and definitively, whatsoever probabilities we see either Way: vvb pns12 av-j, av-j c-crq pns12 vdb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n-jn. p-acp vvb pns12 dx n1 av-j cc av-j, r-crq n2 pns12 vvb d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 297
3327 sith we know not how far a sanctified beleeuer may fall into the snares of sinne ; sith we know not how Far a sanctified believer may fallen into the snares of sin; c-acp pns12 vvb xx c-crq av-j dt vvn n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb; (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 298
3328 nor how farre a gracelesse Hypocrite may goe in the shew of Godlinesse. That is the third Vse. nor how Far a graceless Hypocrite may go in the show of Godliness. That is the third Use. ccx c-crq av-j dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. cst vbz dt ord vvb. (13) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 298
3329 The last and maine Inference, is for selfe-tryall. For if a man may goe thus farre, The last and main Inference, is for Self-trial. For if a man may go thus Far, dt ord cc j n1, vbz p-acp n1. c-acp cs dt n1 vmb vvi av av-j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 298
3330 and yet be an Hypocrite, bee a Castaway: it will concerne euery one of vs, and yet be an Hypocrite, be a Castaway: it will concern every one of us, cc av vbi dt n1, vbb dt n1: pn31 vmb vvi d crd pp-f pno12, (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 298
3331 as we desire to haue comfortable, both assurance of present Grace, that wee are not Hypocrites, and hope of future Glory, that we are not Castawaies ; as we desire to have comfortable, both assurance of present Grace, that we Are not Hypocrites, and hope of future Glory, that we Are not Castaways; c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi j, d n1 pp-f j vvi, cst pns12 vbr xx n2, cc vvb pp-f j-jn n1, cst pns12 vbr xx n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 298
3332 so to bee district in making Tryall, whether those Graces that seeme to be in vs be true, or but counterfait, and whether the acts thereof be fruites of sincerity, or but of hypocrisie. Let vs not therfore flatter our selues, so to be district in making Trial, whither those Graces that seem to be in us be true, or but counterfeit, and whither the acts thereof be fruits of sincerity, or but of hypocrisy. Let us not Therefore flatter our selves, av pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvg n1, cs d n2 cst vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12 vbi j, cc p-acp j-jn, cc cs dt n2 av vbi n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp pp-f n1. vvb pno12 xx av vvi po12 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 298
3333 or be too iolly vpon it, if we finde in our selues some shewes of Godlinesse ; or be too jolly upon it, if we find in our selves Some shows of Godliness; cc vbb av j p-acp pn31, cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 d vvz pp-f n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 298
3334 but let vs rather labour to finde out, whether there bee in vs the power and life of Godlinesse or no. but let us rather labour to find out, whither there be in us the power and life of Godliness or no. cc-acp vvb pno12 av-c vvi pc-acp vvi av, cs pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc av-dx. (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 298
3335 For there is a kinde of righteousnesse such as it is, an outward formall righteousnesse in Scribes, and Pharisees, and Hypocrites : For there is a kind of righteousness such as it is, an outward formal righteousness in Scribes, and Pharisees, and Hypocrites: p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 d c-acp pn31 vbz, dt j j n1 p-acp n2, cc np1, cc n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 298
3336 but that will not serue the turne; but that will not serve the turn; cc-acp d vmb xx vvi dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 298
3337 vnlesse our righteousnesse exceede theirs, wee shall in no case enter into the Kingdome of Heauen. unless our righteousness exceed theirs, we shall in no case enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. cs po12 n1 vvi png32, pns12 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 298
3338 Beloued, Hypocrisie is spunne of a fine threed; and is not easily discerneable, without very diligent Examination. beloved, Hypocrisy is spun of a fine thread; and is not Easily discerneable, without very diligent Examination. vvn, n1 vbz j-vvn pp-f dt j n1; cc vbz xx av-j j, p-acp j j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 298
3339 And things are not to be measured by the outward shew, or by the lumpe and bulke ; And things Are not to be measured by the outward show, or by the lump and bulk; cc n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j vvi, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 298
3340 but by an exacter rule, whether they be true, or no. but by an exacter Rule, whither they be true, or no. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 n1, cs pns32 vbb j, cc uh-dx. (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 298
3341 Dost thou heare the word of God with Ioy, doest thou bewaile thy sinnes with teares, doest thou auoyd grosse sinnes with care, doest thou oppose against common corruptions with zeale? These are indeede comfortable signes, but no infallible euidences of Grace: Dost thou hear the word of God with Joy, dost thou bewail thy Sins with tears, dost thou avoid gross Sins with care, dost thou oppose against Common corruptions with zeal? These Are indeed comfortable Signs, but no infallible evidences of Grace: vd2 pns21 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvb, vd2 pns21 vvb po21 n2 p-acp n2, vd2 pns21 vvi j n2 p-acp vvb, vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp n1? d vbr av j n2, p-acp dx j n2 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 299
3342 for what is there in all this, which Ahab, and Saul, and Herod, and Iudas, and other Hypocrites, either haue not, for what is there in all this, which Ahab, and Saul, and Herod, and Iudas, and other Hypocrites, either have not, p-acp r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp d d, r-crq np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc j-jn n2, d vhb xx, (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 299
3343 or might not haue done? But, if not by these fruits; or might not have done? But, if not by these fruits; cc vmd xx vhi vdn? p-acp, cs xx p-acp d n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 299
3344 by what other meanes then may a man come to know the sanctification of his heart, by what other means then may a man come to know the sanctification of his heart, p-acp r-crq j-jn n2 av vmb dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 299
3345 and the sincerity of these affections? Diuines in their Treatises and Writings haue set downe sundry notes and markes, whereby to make this tryall: and the sincerity of these affections? Divines in their Treatises and Writings have Set down sundry notes and marks, whereby to make this trial: cc dt n1 pp-f d n2? n2-jn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2-vvg vhb vvn a-acp j n2 cc n2, c-crq pc-acp vvi d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 299
3346 but I would especially commend to your obseruation, two only out of all that variety, which two are indeed as good as a thousand; but I would especially commend to your observation, two only out of all that variety, which two Are indeed as good as a thousand; cc-acp pns11 vmd av-j vvi p-acp po22 n1, crd av-j av pp-f d cst n1, r-crq crd vbr av p-acp j c-acp dt crd; (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 299
3347 namely, Integrity and Constancy: for these two are neuer in the Hypocrite. namely, Integrity and Constancy: for these two Are never in the Hypocrite. av, n1 cc n1: p-acp d crd vbr av-x p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 299
3348 First, for Integritie. The Hypocrite (we heard) might goe farre in hearing, in beleeuing, in sorrowing, in reforming, in suffering: but his affections herein, (for so much as they spring not from true Faith, and the conscience of that Obedience hee oweth to God, First, for Integrity. The Hypocrite (we herd) might go Far in hearing, in believing, in sorrowing, in reforming, in suffering: but his affections herein, (for so much as they spring not from true Faith, and the conscience of that obedience he owes to God, ord, c-acp n1. dt n1 (pns12 vvd) vmd vvi av-j p-acp vvg, p-acp vvg, p-acp vvg, p-acp vvg, p-acp vvg: p-acp po31 n2 av, (c-acp av av-d c-acp pns32 vvb xx p-acp j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 299
3349 but from other respects,) are partiall in all those Duties; but from other respects,) Are partial in all those Duties; cc-acp p-acp j-jn n2,) vbr j p-acp d d n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 299
3350 and carry him so farre only, as those false grounds, which first gaue motion to those affections, leade him, and no farther. and carry him so Far only, as those false grounds, which First gave motion to those affections, lead him, and no farther. cc vvb pno31 av av-j av-j, c-acp d j n2, r-crq ord vvd n1 p-acp d n2, vvb pno31, cc dx av-jc. (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 299
3351 Hee receiueth the word with ioy, so farre as it tickleth the eare with choycenesse of phrase, and varietie of elocution; He receiveth the word with joy, so Far as it tickleth the ear with choiceness of phrase, and variety of elocution; pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 299
3352 so farre as it fitteth with his humour, and keepeth faire and farre off from medling with his bosome-sinne: but hee is not equally delighted with euery part, so Far as it fits with his humour, and Keepeth fair and Far off from meddling with his bosome-sinne: but he is not equally delighted with every part, av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz j cc av-j a-acp p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1: cc-acp pns31 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 299
3353 and with euery point of Gods word and truth. If the right string be touched, if his sweete darling-sinne be stirred; and with every point of God's word and truth. If the right string be touched, if his sweet darling-sinne be stirred; cc p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1. cs dt j-jn n1 vbb vvn, cs po31 j n1 vbb vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 299
3354 that is harsh to him, hee findeth no musicke in that: rubbe him where he is galled, and he kicketh at it. that is harsh to him, he finds no music in that: rub him where he is galled, and he kicketh At it. d vbz j p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp d: vvb pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, cc pns31 vvz p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 300
3355 Herod heard Iohn Baptist gladly, and did many things willingly: but when his incestuous marriage was medled withall; Herod herd John Baptist gladly, and did many things willingly: but when his incestuous marriage was meddled withal; np1 vvd np1 np1 av-j, cc vdd d n2 av-j: cc-acp c-crq po31 j n1 vbds vvn av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 300
3356 then the Foxe was vncased, and the Hypocrite appeared in his owne colours, and the Baptist lost first his libertie, and then after his head for his labour. then the Fox was uncased, and the Hypocrite appeared in his own colours, and the Baptist lost First his liberty, and then After his head for his labour. av dt n1 vbds vvn, cc dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 d n2, cc dt n1 vvn ord po31 n1, cc av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 300
3357 And the young man, when Christ told him, what he must doe to inherite eternall life, in the generall, [ Keepe the Commandements, &c. ] was no doubt, a iolly iocund man, [ All these haue I kept from my youth vp: And the young man, when christ told him, what he must do to inherit Eternal life, in the general, [ Keep the commandments, etc. ] was no doubt, a jolly jocund man, [ All these have I kept from my youth up: cc dt j n1, c-crq np1 vvd pno31, r-crq pns31 vmb vdi pc-acp vvi j n1, p-acp dt n1, [ vvb dt n2, av ] vbds dx n1, dt j j n1, [ d d vhb pns11 vvn p-acp po11 n1 a-acp: (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 300
3358 ] but when Christ hitteth him home, and presseth vpon his particular corruption [ One thing is wanting, &c. ] this nipped him in the head, ] but when christ hitteth him home, and Presseth upon his particular corruption [ One thing is wanting, etc. ] this nipped him in the head, ] cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz pno31 av-an, cc vvz p-acp po31 j n1 [ crd n1 vbz vvg, av ] d vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 300
3359 and strooke cold to his heart, and (the Text saith) he went away sorrowfull. And euer marke it, in something or other the Hypocrite bewraieth himselfe what he is; and struck cold to his heart, and (the Text Says) he went away sorrowful. And ever mark it, in something or other the Hypocrite bewrayeth himself what he is; cc vvd j-jn p-acp po31 n1, cc (dt n1 vvz) pns31 vvd av j. cc av vvb pn31, p-acp pi cc n-jn dt n1 vvz px31 r-crq pns31 vbz; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 300
3360 if not to the observation of others, yet at least sufficiently for the conuiction of his owne heart, if not to the observation of Others, yet At least sufficiently for the conviction of his own heart, cs xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, av p-acp ds av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 300
3361 if he would not bee wanting to himselfe in the due search and triall of his heart. if he would not be wanting to himself in the due search and trial of his heart. cs pns31 vmd xx vbi vvg p-acp px31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 300
3362 A mans bloud riseth, when he heareth a stranger sweare an Oath: A men blood Riseth, when he hears a stranger swear an Oath: dt ng1 n1 vvz, c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 vvb dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 300
3363 but if the same man can heare his prentice lie, and equiuocate, and cosen, and neuer moue at it; but if the same man can hear his prentice lie, and equivocate, and Cousin, and never move At it; cc-acp cs dt d n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 vvi, cc vvi, cc n1, cc av-x vvi p-acp pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 300
3364 let him not bee too bragge of his zeale: his coldnesse here discouereth the other to haue beene but a false fire, and a fruite, not of true zeale, but of Hypocrisie. A Iesuite maketh scruple of disclosing an intented treason, reuealed to him in confession; let him not be too brag of his zeal: his coldness Here Discovereth the other to have been but a false fire, and a fruit, not of true zeal, but of Hypocrisy. A Iesuite makes scruple of disclosing an intented treason, revealed to him in Confessi; vvb pno31 xx vbi av n1 pp-f po31 n1: po31 n1 av vvz dt j-jn pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n1, xx pp-f j n1, p-acp pp-f n1. dt np1 vvz n1 pp-f vvg dt j-vvn n1, vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 300
3365 but he maketh no bones of laying a powder-plot, or contriuing the Murther of an annointed King: but he makes no bones of laying a Powder plot, or contriving the Murder of an anointed King: cc-acp pns31 vvz dx n2 pp-f vvg dt n1, cc vvg dt vvb pp-f dt vvn n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 311
3366 a Pharisee is very precise in tithing Mint and Cummin ; but balketh iustice and mercie: One straineth at a gnat and swalloweth a cammell ; a Pharisee is very precise in tithing Mint and Cummin; but balketh Justice and mercy: One straineth At a gnat and swalloweth a camel; dt np1 vbz av j p-acp n1 n1 cc np1; cc-acp vvz n1 cc n1: crd vvz p-acp dt n1 cc vvz dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 311
3367 maketh conscience of some petty sinnes, neglecting greater: Another casteth out a beame, but feeleth not a moate ; makes conscience of Some Petty Sins, neglecting greater: another Cast out a beam, but feeleth not a moat; vvz n1 pp-f d j n2, vvg jc: n-jn vvz av dt n1, p-acp vvz xx dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 311
3368 maketh conscience of some greater sinnes, neglecteth smaller. Shame of the world, and the cry of the people, maketh him forbeare some sinnes; makes conscience of Some greater Sins, neglecteth smaller. Shame of the world, and the cry of the people, makes him forbear Some Sins; vvz n1 pp-f d jc n2, vvz jc. vvb pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vv2 pno31 vvi d n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 311
3369 an eye to his owne priuate and secret ends, other some; feare of temporall punishment, or (it may bee) eternall, other some; an eye to his own private and secret ends, other Some; Fear of temporal punishment, or (it may be) Eternal, other Some; dt n1 p-acp po31 d j cc j-jn n2, j-jn d; vvb pp-f j n1, cc (pn31 vmb vbi) j, j-jn d; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 311
3370 hope of some aduantage another way, as in his credit, profit, &c. other some; the terrours of an affrighted conscience, other some: hope of Some advantage Another Way, as in his credit, profit, etc. other Some; the terrors of an affrighted conscience, other Some: vvb pp-f d n1 j-jn n1, c-acp p-acp po31 n1, n1, av j-jn d; dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, j-jn d: (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 311
3371 but if in the meane time there be no care, nor scruple, nor forbearance of other sinnes, where there appeareth no hinderance from these or the like respects; but if in the mean time there be no care, nor scruple, nor forbearance of other Sins, where there appears no hindrance from these or the like respects; cc-acp cs p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vbi dx n1, ccx n1, ccx n1 pp-f j-jn n2, c-crq a-acp vvz dx n1 p-acp d cc dt j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 311
3372 all is naught, all is but counterfeit and damnable hypocrisie. The rule neuer faileth, Quicquid propter Deumfit, aequaliter fit. all is nought, all is but counterfeit and damnable hypocrisy. The Rule never Faileth, Quicquid propter Deumfit, aequaliter fit. d vbz pix, d vbz p-acp n-jn cc j n1. dt n1 av-x vvz, fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 311
3373 True obedience, as it disputeth not the command, but obeyeth cheerefully ; True Obedience, as it disputeth not the command, but Obeyeth cheerfully; j n1, c-acp pn31 vvz xx dt n1, cc-acp vvz av-j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 311
3374 so neither doth it diuide the command, but obeyeth equally. Dauid had wanted one maine assurance of the vprightnesse of his heart, so neither does it divide the command, but Obeyeth equally. David had wanted one main assurance of the uprightness of his heart, av d vdz pn31 vvi dt n1, cc-acp vvz av-jn. np1 vhd vvn crd j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 311
3375 if he had not had an equall and vniuersall respect to all Gods Commandements. That is the first note of Sinceritie; Integritie. The other is Constancy ; continuance, or lasting. if he had not had an equal and universal respect to all God's commandments. That is the First note of Sincerity; Integrity. The other is Constancy; Continuance, or lasting. cs pns31 vhd xx vhn dt j-jn cc j n1 p-acp d ng1 n2. cst vbz dt ord vvb pp-f n1; n1. dt n-jn vbz n1; n1, cc j-vvg. (13) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 311
3376 The seeming Graces of Hypocrites may be as forward, and impetuous for the time, as the true Graces of the sincere beleeuer; nay more forward oftentimes: The seeming Graces of Hypocrites may be as forward, and impetuous for the time, as the true Graces of the sincere believer; nay more forward oftentimes: dt vvg n2 pp-f n2 vmb vbi c-acp av-j, cc j p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1; uh-x av-dc j av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 311
3377 as in the stony ground, the seed sprang vp so much the sooner, by how much it had the lesse depth of earth. as in the stony ground, the seed sprang up so much the sooner, by how much it had the less depth of earth. c-acp p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vvd a-acp av av-d dt av-c, p-acp c-crq av-d pn31 vhd dt av-dc n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3378 But the very same cause, that made it put vp so soone, made it wither againe as soone; But the very same cause, that made it put up so soon, made it wither again as soon; p-acp dt j d n1, cst vvd pn31 vvn a-acp av av, vvd pn31 vvb av c-acp av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3379 euen because it wanted deepenesse of earth. So the Hypocrite, when the fit taketh him, hee is all on the spurre ; even Because it wanted deepness of earth. So the Hypocrite, when the fit Takes him, he is all on the spur; av c-acp pn31 vvd n1 pp-f n1. av dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz pno31, pns31 vbz d p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3380 there is no way with him, but a new man he will become out of hand, yea that hee will; there is no Way with him, but a new man he will become out of hand, yea that he will; pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp dt j n1 pns31 vmb vvi av pp-f n1, uh cst pns31 vmb; (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3381 Momento turbinis. But hee setteth on too violently, to hold out long: this reformation ripeneth too fast, to bee right spirituall fruite: Momento turbinis. But he sets on too violently, to hold out long: this Reformation ripeneth too fast, to be right spiritual fruit: fw-la fw-la. p-acp pns31 vvz a-acp av av-j, pc-acp vvi av av-j: d n1 vvz av av-j, pc-acp vbi av-jn j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3382 as an horse that is good at hand, but naught at length, so is the Hypocrite ; as an horse that is good At hand, but nought At length, so is the Hypocrite; c-acp dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp n1, p-acp pix p-acp n1, av vbz dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3383 free and fiery for a spurt, but he iadeth and tyreth in a iourney. But true Grace all to the contrary; free and fiery for a spurt, but he jadeth and tyreth in a journey. But true Grace all to the contrary; j cc j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1. p-acp j n1 d p-acp dt n-jn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3384 as it ripeneth for the most part by leisure, so it euer lasteth longer: as it ripeneth for the most part by leisure, so it ever lasteth longer: c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt av-ds n1 p-acp n1, av pn31 av vvz av-jc: (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3385 as Philosophers say of Habits, that as they are gotten hardly, so they are not lost easily. as Philosophers say of Habits, that as they Are got hardly, so they Are not lost Easily. c-acp n2 vvb pp-f n2, d c-acp pns32 vbr vvn av, av pns32 vbr xx vvn av-j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3386 Wee heard but now, that the Faith, Repentance, Reformation, Obedience, Ioy, Sorrow, Zeale, and other the graces and affections of Hypocrites, had their first motion and issue from false and erroneous grounds; we herd but now, that the Faith, Repentance, Reformation, obedience, Joy, Sorrow, Zeal, and other the graces and affections of Hypocrites, had their First motion and issue from false and erroneous grounds; pns12 vvd p-acp av, cst dt n1, n1, n1, n1, np1-n, np1-n, n1, cc j-jn dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, vhd po32 ord n1 cc n1 p-acp j cc j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3387 as Shame, Feare, Hope, and such respects. And it thence commeth to passe, that where these respects cease, which gaue them motion; as Shame, fear, Hope, and such respects. And it thence comes to pass, that where these respects cease, which gave them motion; c-acp vvb, n1, vvb, cc d n2. cc pn31 av vvz pc-acp vvi, cst c-crq d vvz vvi, r-crq vvd pno32 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3388 the graces themselues can no more stand, than a House can stand, when the foundation is taken from vnder it. the graces themselves can no more stand, than a House can stand, when the Foundation is taken from under it. dt n2 px32 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi, cs dt n1 vmb vvi, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3389 The boy that goeth to his booke, no longer than his Master holdeth the rod ouer him; The boy that Goes to his book, no longer than his Master holds the rod over him; dt n1 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1, av-dx av-jc cs po31 n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3390 the Masters backe once turned, away goeth the booke, and hee to play: and right so is it with the Hypocrite. Tak away the rod from Pharaoh ; the Masters back once turned, away Goes the book, and he to play: and right so is it with the Hypocrite. Taken away the rod from Pharaoh; dt n2 av a-acp vvd, av vvz dt n1, cc pns31 p-acp vvb: cc n-jn av vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1. vvn av dt n1 p-acp np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3391 and hee will be old Pharaoh still. and he will be old Pharaoh still. cc pns31 vmb vbi j np1 av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 302
3392 And Ahab, here in this Chapter thus humbled before God at the voyce of his Prophet; this fit once past, wee see in the next Chapter, regardeth neither God nor Prophet, but through vnbeliefe disobeyeth God, and imprisoneth the Prophet. And Ahab, Here in this Chapter thus humbled before God At the voice of his Prophet; this fit once passed, we see in the next Chapter, Regardeth neither God nor Prophet, but through unbelief disobeyeth God, and imprisoneth the Prophet. np1 np1, av p-acp d n1 av vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; d vvn a-acp vvn, pns12 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, vvz dx np1 ccx n1, p-acp p-acp n1 vvz np1, cc vvz dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3393 Now then, here is a wide difference betweene the Hypocrite ▪ and the Godly man. The one doth all by fits, and by starts, and by sudden motions and flashes: Now then, Here is a wide difference between the Hypocrite ▪ and the Godly man. The one does all by fits, and by starts, and by sudden motions and flashes: av av, av vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 ▪ cc dt j n1. dt crd vdz d p-acp vvz, cc p-acp vvz, cc p-acp j n2 cc n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3394 whereas the other goeth on fairely and soberly in a settled constant regular course of Humiliation and Obedience. whereas the other Goes on fairly and soberly in a settled constant regular course of Humiliation and obedience. cs dt n-jn vvz a-acp av-j cc av-j p-acp dt j-vvn j j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3395 Aristotle hath excellently taught vs, to distinguish betweene colours that arise from passion, and from complexion. The one, hee saith, is scarce worth the name of a Quality or Colour ; Aristotle hath excellently taught us, to distinguish between colours that arise from passion, and from complexion. The one, he Says, is scarce worth the name of a Quality or Colour; np1 vhz av-j vvn pno12, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cst vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. dt crd, pns31 vvz, vbz av-j j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc vvb; (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3396 because it scare giueth denomination to the subiect wherein it is. Because it scare gives denomination to the Subject wherein it is. c-acp pn31 vvb vvz n1 p-acp dt j-jn c-crq pn31 vbz. (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3397 If Socrates be of a pale, or an high-coloured complexion, to the question [ Qualis est Socrates? What a like man is Socrates? ] it may bee fitly answered (saith Aristotle) that he is a pale man, If Socrates be of a pale, or an high-coloured complexion, to the question [ Qualis est Socrates? What a like man is Socrates? ] it may be fitly answered (Says Aristotle) that he is a pale man, cs npg1 vbb pp-f dt j, cc dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 [ fw-la fw-la np1? q-crq dt j n1 vbz np1? ] pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn (vvz np1) d pns31 vbz dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3398 or that he is an high-coloured man. or that he is an high-coloured man. cc cst pns31 vbz dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3399 But when a man of another complexion, is yet pale for feare, or anger, or red with blushing ; But when a man of Another complexion, is yet pale for Fear, or anger, or read with blushing; p-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vbz av j p-acp vvb, cc n1, cc j-jn p-acp vvg; (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3400 wee doe not vse to say, neither can wee say properly, that he is a pale man, or a high-coloured man. we do not use to say, neither can we say properly, that he is a pale man, or a high-coloured man. pns12 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi, dx vmb pns12 vvi av-j, cst pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3401 Accordingly wee are to pronounce of those good things that sometimes appeare in Hypocrites. Accordingly we Are to pronounce of those good things that sometime appear in Hypocrites. av-vvg pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f d j n2 cst av vvi p-acp n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3402 We call them indeed Graces, and wee doe well, (because they seeme to be such, We call them indeed Graces, and we do well, (Because they seem to be such, pns12 vvb pno32 av n2, cc pns12 vdb av, (c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi d, (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3403 and because we in Charity are to hope that they be such, as they seeme:) but they are in true iudgement nothing lesse than true graces, and Because we in Charity Are to hope that they be such, as they seem:) but they Are in true judgement nothing less than true graces, cc c-acp pns12 p-acp n1 vbr p-acp vvb cst pns32 vbb d, c-acp pns32 vvb:) cc-acp pns32 vbr p-acp j n1 pix av-dc cs j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3404 neither should they indeed (if we were able to discerne the falsenesse of them) giue denomination to those hypocrites in whom they are found. neither should they indeed (if we were able to discern the falseness of them) give denomination to those Hypocrites in whom they Are found. dx vmd pns32 av (cs pns12 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32) vvb n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 203
3405 For why should a man from a sudden and short fit of Repentance, or Zeale, or Charity, or Religion, be called a Penitent, or a Zealous, or a Charitable, or a Religious man; For why should a man from a sudden and short fit of Repentance, or Zeal, or Charity, or Religion, be called a Penitent, or a Zealous, or a Charitable, or a Religious man; p-acp q-crq vmd dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, vbb vvn dt j-jn, cc dt j, cc dt j, cc dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 304
3406 more than a man for once or twice blushing an high-coloured man? Then are Graces true, more than a man for once or twice blushing an high-coloured man? Then Are Graces true, av-dc cs dt n1 p-acp a-acp cc av vvg dt j n1? av vbr n2 j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 304
3407 when they are habituall, and constant, and equall to themselues. That is the second Note; Constancy. when they Are habitual, and constant, and equal to themselves. That is the second Note; Constancy. c-crq pns32 vbr j, cc j, cc j-jn pc-acp px32. cst vbz dt ord n1; n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 304
3408 I will not trouble you with other Notes, besides these. Doe but lay these two together; I will not trouble you with other Notes, beside these. Doe but lay these two together; pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp d. n1 p-acp vvi d crd av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 304
3409 & they will make a perfect good Rule for vs to iudge our own hearts by, & they will make a perfect good Rule for us to judge our own hearts by, cc pns32 vmb vvi dt j j vvi p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 d n2 p-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 304
3410 and to make tryall of the sincerity of those good things, that seeme to be in vs. Measure them not by the present heate, (for that may be as much, perhaps more, in an Hypocrite, than in a true beleeuer ;) but by their Integrity, and Constancy. A man of a cold complexion hath as much heate, in a sharpe fit of an Ague, as hee that is of a hot constitution, and in health; and more too: and to make trial of the sincerity of those good things, that seem to be in us Measure them not by the present heat, (for that may be as much, perhaps more, in an Hypocrite, than in a true believer;) but by their Integrity, and Constancy. A man of a cold complexion hath as much heat, in a sharp fit of an Ague, as he that is of a hight constitution, and in health; and more too: cc pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n2, cst vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12 vvi pno32 xx p-acp dt j n1, (c-acp d vmb vbi c-acp av-d, av av-dc, p-acp dt n1, cs p-acp dt j n1;) cc-acp p-acp po32 n1, cc n1. dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vhz p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 cst vbz pp-f dt j n1, cc p-acp n1; cc av-dc av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 304
3411 his blood is more enflamed, and hee burneth more. But whether doe you thinke is the more kindely heate; his blood is more inflamed, and he burns more. But whither do you think is the more kindly heat; po31 n1 vbz av-dc vvn, cc pns31 vvz av-dc. p-acp q-crq vdb pn22 vvb vbz dt av-dc av-j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 304
3412 that which commeth from the violence of a Feuer, or that which ariseth from the condition of a mans Temper? No man maketh doubt of it, that which comes from the violence of a Fever, or that which arises from the condition of a men Temper? No man makes doubt of it, cst r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc cst r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 vvi? dx n1 vv2 n1 pp-f pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 304
3413 but this is the more kindely, though that may bee more sensible and intense. Well then; but this is the more kindly, though that may be more sensible and intense. Well then; cc-acp d vbz dt av-dc av-j, c-acp d vmb vbi av-dc j cc zz. av av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 304
3414 a man findeth himselfe hot in his body, and faine he would know, whether it be Calor praeter naturam, or no; a man finds himself hight in his body, and feign he would know, whither it be Calor praeter naturam, or no; dt n1 vvz px31 j p-acp po31 n1, cc av-j pns31 vmd vvi, cs pn31 vbb fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc av-dx; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 304
3415 whether a kindly and naturall heate, or else the fore-runner or symtome of some disease. There is no better way to come to that knowledge, than by these two Notes; whither a kindly and natural heat, or Else the forerunner or symtome of Some disease. There is no better Way to come to that knowledge, than by these two Notes; cs dt j cc j n1, cc av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1. pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cs p-acp d crd n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 304
3416 Vniuersality, and Constancy. First for Vniuersality ; Physitians say of heate, and sweat, and such like things, Vniuersalia salutaria, partialia ex morbo. Universality, and Constancy. First for Universality; Physicians say of heat, and sweat, and such like things, Vniuersalia salutaria, partialia ex morbo. n1, cc n1. ord p-acp n1; n2 vvb pp-f n1, cc vvb, cc d j n2, np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-mi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 304
3417 If a man be hot in one part, and cold in another; If a man be hight in one part, and cold in Another; cs dt n1 vbi j p-acp crd n1, cc j-jn p-acp j-jn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3418 as if the palmes of his hands burne, and the soles of his feet be cold; then all is not right: as if the palms of his hands burn, and the soles of his feet be cold; then all is not right: c-acp cs dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 vvi, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 vbb j-jn; av d vbz xx j-jn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3419 but if hee be of an indifferent equall heate all ouer, that is held a good signe of health. Then for Constancy and Lasting; but if he be of an indifferent equal heat all over, that is held a good Signen of health. Then for Constancy and Lasting; cc-acp cs pns31 vbb pp-f dt j j-jn n1 d a-acp, cst vbz vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1. av p-acp n1 cc j-vvg; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3420 If the heate come by fits and starts, and paroxysmes, leaping eftsoones and suddenly out of one extreame into another, If the heat come by fits and starts, and paroxysms, leaping eftsoons and suddenly out of one extreme into Another, cs dt n1 vvb p-acp vvz cc n2, cc n2, vvg av cc av-j av pp-f crd j-jn p-acp n-jn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3421 so as the party one while gloweth as hot as fire, another-while is chill and cold as ice, and keepeth not at any certaine stay; so as the party one while gloweth as hight as fire, another-while is chill and cold as ice, and Keepeth not At any certain stay; av c-acp dt n1 crd n1 vvz p-acp j c-acp n1, j vbz j-jn cc j-jn c-acp n1, cc vvz xx p-acp d j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3422 that is an ill signe too, and it is to be feared there is an Ague either bred, or in breeding: that is an ill Signen too, and it is to be feared there is an Ague either bred, or in breeding: d vbz dt j-jn n1 av, cc pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vbz dt n1 av-d vvn, cc p-acp vvg: (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3423 but if hee continue at some reasonable certainty, and within a good mediocrity of heate and cold; but if he continue At Some reasonable certainty, and within a good mediocrity of heat and cold; cc-acp cs pns31 vvb p-acp d j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc j-jn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3424 it is thought a good signe of health. As men iudge of the state of their bodies ; it is Thought a good Signen of health. As men judge of the state of their bodies; pn31 vbz vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1. p-acp n2 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3425 by the like rule iudge thou of the state of thy soule. First, for integrity and vniuersality. by the like Rule judge thou of the state of thy soul. First, for integrity and universality. p-acp dt j n1 vvi pns21 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n1. ord, c-acp n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3426 Is thy Repentance, thy Obedience, thy Zeale, thy Hatred of sinne, other graces in thee Vniuersall? equally bent vpon all good, equally set against all euill things? it is a good signe of Grace and Sanctification in the heart. Is thy Repentance, thy obedience, thy Zeal, thy Hatred of sin, other graces in thee Universal? equally bent upon all good, equally Set against all evil things? it is a good Signen of Grace and Sanctification in the heart. vbz po21 n1, po21 n1, po21 n1, po21 n1 pp-f n1, j-jn n2 p-acp pno21 j? av-jn vvn p-acp d j, av-jn vvn p-acp d j-jn n2? pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3427 But if thou repentest of one sinne, and persistest in another; if thou obeyest one commandement, and breakest another; But if thou Repentest of one sin, and persistest in Another; if thou obeyest one Commandment, and breakest Another; p-acp cs pns21 js pp-f crd n1, cc vv2 p-acp j-jn; cs pns21 js-jn crd n1, cc vv2 j-jn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3428 if thou art zealous in one point, and coole in another; if thou hatest one vice, and louest another: if thou art zealous in one point, and cool in Another; if thou Hatest one vice, and love Another: cs pns21 vb2r j p-acp crd n1, cc j p-acp j-jn; cs pns21 vv2 crd n1, cc vvb j-jn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3429 flatter not thy selfe too much; thou hast reason to suspect all is not found within. Then for Continuance and Lasting. flatter not thy self too much; thou hast reason to suspect all is not found within. Then for Continuance and Lasting. vvb xx po21 n1 av av-d; pns21 vh2 n1 pc-acp vvi d vbz xx vvn a-acp. av p-acp n1 cc j-vvg. (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 305
3430 I deny not, but in case of preuailing temptations, the godly may haue sometimes vncomfortable and fearefull intermissions in the practice of godlinesse; I deny not, but in case of prevailing temptations, the godly may have sometime uncomfortable and fearful intermissions in the practice of godliness; pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f j-vvg n2, dt j vmb vhi av j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 306
3431 which yet make him not altogether Gracelesse: as a man may haue sometimes little distempers in his body, through misdyet or otherwise, & yet not be heart-sicke; which yet make him not altogether Graceless: as a man may have sometime little distempers in his body, through misdyet or otherwise, & yet not be heartsick; r-crq av vvb pno31 xx av j: p-acp dt n1 vmb vhi av j n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 cc av, cc av xx vbi j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 306
3432 or greater distempers too sometimes to make him sicke, and yet be heart whole. or greater distempers too sometime to make him sick, and yet be heart Whole. cc jc n2 av av pc-acp vvi pno31 j, cc av vbi n1 j-jn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 306
3433 But yet if for the most part, and in the ordinary constant course of thy life, thou hast the practice of Repentance, and Obedience, and other fruites of grace in some good comfortable measure; But yet if for the most part, and in the ordinary constant course of thy life, thou hast the practice of Repentance, and obedience, and other fruits of grace in Some good comfortable measure; p-acp av cs p-acp dt av-ds n1, cc p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f po21 n1, pns21 vh2 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc j-jn n2 pp-f vvb p-acp d j j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 306
3434 it is a good signe of Grace, and Sanctification in the heart. But if thou hast these things only by fits and starts and sudden moodes ; it is a good Signen of Grace, and Sanctification in the heart. But if thou hast these things only by fits and starts and sudden moods; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp cs pns21 vh2 d n2 av-j p-acp vvz cc vvz cc j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 306
3435 and art sometimes violently hot vpon them, other some times againe, and oftener, key-cold: presume not too much vpon shewes, but suspect thy selfe still of Hypocrisie, and Insincerity ; and art sometime violently hight upon them, other Some times again, and oftener, key-cold: presume not too much upon shows, but suspect thy self still of Hypocrisy, and Insincerity; cc n1 av av-j j p-acp pno32, j-jn d n2 av, cc av-c, j: vvb xx av av-d p-acp n2, cc-acp vvb po21 n1 av pp-f n1, cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 306
3436 and neuer cease by repentance and prayer and the constant exercise of other good graces to Physicke and Dyet thy soule, till thou hast by Gods goodnesse put thy selfe into some reasonable assurance, that thou art the true childe of God, a sincere beleeuer, and not an Hypocrite ; and never cease by Repentance and prayer and the constant exercise of other good graces to Physic and Diet thy soul, till thou hast by God's Goodness put thy self into Some reasonable assurance, that thou art the true child of God, a sincere believer, and not an Hypocrite; cc av-x vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 cc dt j n1 pp-f j-jn j n2 p-acp n1 cc vvb po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 p-acp ng1 n1 vvb po21 n1 p-acp d j n1, cst pns21 vb2r dt j n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1, cc xx dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 306
3437 as Ahab here, notwithstanding all this his solemne humiliation, was. Here is Ahab, an Hypocrite; and yet humbled before the Lord. as Ahab Here, notwithstanding all this his solemn humiliation, was. Here is Ahab, an Hypocrite; and yet humbled before the Lord. c-acp np1 av, c-acp d d po31 j n1, vbds. av vbz np1, dt n1; cc av vvn p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 306
3438 But yet now, this Humiliation such as it was, what should worke it in him? That wee finde declared at verse 27. [ And it came to passe, that when Ahab heard these words, &c. ] There came to him a message from God, by the hand of Eliah ; But yet now, this Humiliation such as it was, what should work it in him? That we find declared At verse 27. [ And it Come to pass, that when Ahab herd these words, etc. ] There Come to him a message from God, by the hand of Elijah; p-acp av av, d n1 d c-acp pn31 vbds, r-crq vmd vvi pn31 p-acp pno31? cst pns12 vvb vvn p-acp n1 crd [ cc pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi, cst c-crq np1 vvd d n2, av ] a-acp vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 306
3439 and that was it that humbled him. and that was it that humbled him. cc cst vbds pn31 cst j-vvn pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 306
3440 Alas, what was Eliah to Ahab? a silly plaine Prophet to a mighty King? that hee durst thus presume to rush boldly and vnsent-for into the presence of such a potent Monarch, who had no lesse power, and withall more colour, to take away his life, than Naboths ; Alas, what was Elijah to Ahab? a silly plain Prophet to a mighty King? that he durst thus presume to rush boldly and vnsent-for into the presence of such a potent Monarch, who had no less power, and withal more colour, to take away his life, than Naboth's; np1, r-crq vbds np1 p-acp np1? dt j j n1 p-acp dt j n1? cst pns31 vvd av vvi pc-acp vvi av-j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt j n1, r-crq vhd dx dc n1, cc av av-dc n1, pc-acp vvi av po31 n1, cs n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 307
3441 and that when hee was in the top of his iollity, solacing himselfe in the new-taken possession of his new-gotten Vineyard; and that when he was in the top of his jollity, solacing himself in the new-taken possession of his new-gotten Vineyard; cc cst c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg px31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 307
3442 and there to his face charge him plainly with, & shake him vp roundly for, and denounce Gods iudgements powerfully against, his bloody abominable oppressions? Wee would thinke, a Monarch nusled vp in Idolatry, and accustomed to blood, and hardened in Sinne and Obstinacy, should not haue brooked that insolency from such a one as Eliah was, and there to his face charge him plainly with, & shake him up roundly for, and denounce God's Judgments powerfully against, his bloody abominable oppressions? we would think, a Monarch nusled up in Idolatry, and accustomed to blood, and hardened in Sin and Obstinacy, should not have brooked that insolency from such a one as Elijah was, cc a-acp p-acp po31 n1 vvb pno31 av-j p-acp, cc vvi pno31 a-acp av p-acp, cc vvi npg1 n2 av-j p-acp, po31 j j n2? pns12 vmd vvi, dt n1 vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc j-vvn p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, vmd xx vhi vvn d n1 p-acp d dt crd c-acp np1 vbds, (13) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 307
3443 but haue made his life a ransome for his sawcinesse. but have made his life a ransom for his sauciness. cc-acp vhb vvn po31 n1 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 307
3444 And yet behold, the words of this vnderling in comparison, how they fall like thunder vpon the great guilty offender, And yet behold, the words of this underling in comparison, how they fallen like thunder upon the great guilty offender, cc av vvb, dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vvb av-j vvb p-acp dt j j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 307
3445 and strike palsie into his knees, and trembling into his ioynts, and tumble him from the height of his iollity, and strike palsy into his knees, and trembling into his Joints, and tumble him from the height of his jollity, cc vvi n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvg p-acp po31 n2, cc vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 307
3446 and roll him in sack-cloth, and ashes, and cast him into a strong fit of legall Humiliation. and roll him in Sackcloth, and Ashes, and cast him into a strong fit of Legal Humiliation. cc vvb pno31 p-acp n1, cc n2, cc vvn pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 307
3447 Seest thou how Ahab is humbled before mee? See thou how Ahab is humbled before me? vv2 pns21 c-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11? (13) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 307
3448 And here now commeth in our second obseruation: euen, the Power of Gods word ouer the Consciences of obstinate sinners; And Here now comes in our second observation: even, the Power of God's word over the Consciences of obstinate Sinners; cc av av vvz p-acp po12 ord n1: av, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 307
3449 powerfull to cast downe strong holds, and euery high thought that exalteth it selfe against God. powerful to cast down strong holds, and every high Thought that Exalteth it self against God. j p-acp vvd a-acp j n2, cc d j n1 cst vvz pn31 n1 p-acp np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 307
3450 That which in Heb. 4. (if I mistake not the true vnderstanding of that place) is spoken of the Essentiall Word of God, the second Person in the euer-blessed Trinitie; That which in Hebrew 4. (if I mistake not the true understanding of that place) is spoken of the Essential Word of God, the second Person in the ever-blessed Trinity; d r-crq p-acp np1 crd (cs pns11 vvb xx dt j n1 pp-f d n1) vbz vvn pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, dt ord n1 p-acp dt j np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 307
3451 is also in some analogie true of the reuealed Word of God, the Scriptures of the Prophets and Apostles; is also in Some analogy true of the revealed Word of God, the Scriptures of the prophets and Apostles; vbz av p-acp d n1 j pp-f dt vvd n1 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 307
3452 that it is quicke and powerfull, and more cutting than any two-edged sword, piercing euen to the diuiding asunder of the soule and spirit, that it is quick and powerful, and more cutting than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of the soul and Spirit, cst pn31 vbz j cc j, cc av-dc vvg cs d j n1, vvg av-j p-acp dt vvg av pp-f dt n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 308
3453 and of the ioynts and marrow. and of the Joints and marrow. cc pp-f dt n2 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 308
3454 Is not my word, like as a fire, saith the Lord? and like a hammer, that breaketh the rocke in pieces? Ierem. 23. Like a soft fire ; Is not my word, like as a fire, Says the Lord? and like a hammer, that breaks the rock in Pieces? Jeremiah 23. Like a soft fire; vbz xx po11 n1, av-j c-acp dt n1, vvz dt n1? cc av-j dt n1, cst vvz dt n1 p-acp n2? np1 crd j dt j vvb; (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 308
3455 to dissolue and melt the hearts of relenting sinners and true conuerts: to dissolve and melt the hearts of relenting Sinners and true converts: pc-acp vvi cc vvb dt n2 pp-f j-vvg n2 cc j vvz: (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 308
3456 but like a strong hammer to batter and breake in pieces the rockie and flintie consciences of obstinate and hardened offenders. Examples hereof if you require: but like a strong hammer to batter and break in Pieces the rocky and flinty Consciences of obstinate and hardened offenders. Examples hereof if you require: cc-acp av-j dt j vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvb p-acp n2 dt j cc j n2 pp-f j cc j-vvn n2. n2 av cs pn22 vvb: (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 308
3457 behold in the stories of the kings, Saul whining when Samuel reproueth him; in the bookes of the Prophets, the Nineuites drooping when Ionas threatneth them; behold in the stories of the Kings, Saul whining when Samuel Reproveth him; in the books of the prophets, the Ninevites drooping when Ionas threatens them; vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, np1 vvg c-crq np1 vvz pno31; p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, dt vvz vvg c-crq np1 vvz pno32; (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 308
3458 in the Acts of the Apostles, Felix trembling when Paul discourseth before him; in the Acts of the Apostles, Felix trembling when Paul discourseth before him; p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, np1 vvg c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 308
3459 in the Martyrologies of the Church, Tyrants and bloudy Persecuters maskered at the bold confessions of the poore suffering Christians ; in the Martyrologies of the Church, Tyrants and bloody Persecuters maskered At the bold confessions of the poor suffering Christians; p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, ng1 cc j n2 vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j vvg np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 308
3460 in this Chapter, proud Ahab mourning when Eliah telleth him his sinne, and foretelleth him his punishment. in this Chapter, proud Ahab mourning when Elijah Telleth him his sin, and foretelleth him his punishment. p-acp d n1, j np1 n1 c-crq np1 vvz pno31 po31 n1, cc vvz pno31 po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 308
3461 Effects, which might iustly seeme strange to vs; if the Causes were not apparant. One Cause, and the Principall, is in the Instrument, the Word: Effects, which might justly seem strange to us; if the Causes were not apparent. One Cause, and the Principal, is in the Instrument, the Word: n2, r-crq vmd av-j vvi j p-acp pno12; cs dt n2 vbdr xx j. crd n1, cc dt j-jn, vbz p-acp dt n1, dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 308
3462 not from any such strength in it selfe, for so it is but a dead letter ; not from any such strength in it self, for so it is but a dead Letter; xx p-acp d d n1 p-acp pn31 n1, c-acp av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 308
3463 but because of Gods ordinance in it. but Because of God's Ordinance in it. cc-acp c-acp pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 308
3464 For in his hands are the hearts and the tongues and the eares both of Kings and Prophets : For in his hands Are the hearts and the tongues and the ears both of Kings and prophets: p-acp p-acp po31 n2 vbr dt n2 cc dt n2 cc dt n2 d pp-f n2 cc n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 308
3465 and hee can easily, when he seeth it good, put the spirit of zeale and of power into the heart of the poorest Prophet, and as easily the spirit of feare and of terrour into the heart of the greatest King. He chooseth weake Instruments, (as here Eliah) and yet furnisheth them with power, to effect great matters: and he can Easily, when he sees it good, put the Spirit of zeal and of power into the heart of the Poorest Prophet, and as Easily the Spirit of Fear and of terror into the heart of the greatest King. He chooses weak Instruments, (as Here Elijah) and yet furnisheth them with power, to Effect great matters: cc pns31 vmb av-j, c-crq pns31 vvz pn31 j, vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, cc c-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f vvb cc pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1. pns31 vvz j n2, (c-acp av np1) cc av vvz pno32 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi j n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 309
3466 that so the glory might not rest vpon the instrument, but redound wholly to him, as to the chiefe agent that imployeth it. that so the glory might not rest upon the Instrument, but redound wholly to him, as to the chief agent that employeth it. cst av dt n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvi av-jn p-acp pno31, c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 cst vvz pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 309
3467 We haue this treasure in earthen vessels, saith S. Paul, that the excellency of the power may bee of God, We have this treasure in earthen vessels, Says S. Paul, that the excellency of the power may be of God, pns12 vhb d n1 p-acp j n2, vvz n1 np1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 309
3468 and not of vs, 2 Cor. 4. Wee say, Words are but winde ; and not of us, 2 Cor. 4. we say, Words Are but wind; cc xx pp-f pno12, crd np1 crd pns12 vvb, n2 vbr p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 309
3469 and indeed the words of the best Minister are no better, as they are breathed out, and vttered by sinfull mortall man, whose breath is in his nostrils: and indeed the words of the best Minister Are no better, as they Are breathed out, and uttered by sinful Mortal man, whose breath is in his nostrils: cc av dt n2 pp-f dt js n1 vbr av-dx av-jc, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn av, cc vvn p-acp j j-jn n1, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp po31 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 309
3470 but yet this winde, as it is breathed in, and inspired by the powerfull eternall spirit of God, is strong enough (by his effectuall working with it) not only to shake the top branches, but to rend vp the very bottome-roote of the tallest Cedar in Libanon. but yet this wind, as it is breathed in, and inspired by the powerful Eternal Spirit of God, is strong enough (by his effectual working with it) not only to shake the top branches, but to rend up the very bottom-root of the Tallest Cedar in Lebanon. cc-acp av d vvi, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp, cc vvn p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f np1, vbz j av-d (p-acp po31 j n-vvg p-acp pn31) xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 n2, p-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt js n1 p-acp np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 309
3471 Vox Domini confringens Cedros, Psal. 29. [ The voyce of the Lord is mightie in operation; Vox Domini confringens Cedros, Psalm 29. [ The voice of the Lord is mighty in operation; fw-la fw-la fw-la npg1, np1 crd [ dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 309
3472 the voyce of the Lord is a glorious voyce: The voyce of the Lord breaketh the Cedars; the voice of the Lord is a glorious voice: The voice of the Lord breaks the Cedars; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j n1: dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 309
3473 yea the Lord breaketh the Cedars of Lebanon. Another Cause is in the Obiect ; yea the Lord breaks the Cedars of Lebanon. another Cause is in the Object; uh dt n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1. j-jn vvb vbz p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 309
3474 and that is the force of Naturall Conscience: which the most presumptuous sinner can neuer so stifle, and that is the force of Natural Conscience: which the most presumptuous sinner can never so stifle, cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1: r-crq dt av-ds j n1 vmb av-x av vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 309
3475 though hee endeauour all hee can to doe it, but that it will bee sometimes snubbing, though he endeavour all he can to do it, but that it will be sometime snubbing, cs pns31 vvb d pns31 vmb pc-acp vdi pn31, cc-acp cst pn31 vmb vbi av vvg, (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 309
3476 and stinging, and lashing, and vexing him with ougly representations of his past sinnes, and terrible suggestions of future vengeance. And then of all other times is the force of it most liuely; and stinging, and lashing, and vexing him with ugly representations of his passed Sins, and terrible suggestions of future vengeance. And then of all other times is the force of it most lively; cc j-vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg pno31 p-acp j n2 pp-f po31 p-acp n2, cc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1. cc av pp-f d j-jn n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31 av-ds av-j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 309
3477 when the voyce of God in his word awakeneth it after a long dead sleepe. when the voice of God in his word awakeneth it After a long dead sleep. c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 309
3478 Then it riseth and Sampson-like rouseth vp it selfe, and bestirreth it selfe lustily as a Gyant refreshed with wine: Then it Riseth and Samson-like rouses up it self, and bestirreth it self lustily as a Giant refreshed with wine: cs pn31 vvz cc j vvz p-acp pn31 n1, cc vvz pn31 n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 310
3479 and it putteth the disquieted patient to such vnsufferable paine, that he runneth vp and downe like a distracted man, and it putteth the disquieted patient to such unsufferable pain, that he Runneth up and down like a distracted man, cc pn31 vvz dt vvn n1 p-acp d j n1, cst pns31 vvz a-acp cc a-acp av-j dt j-vvn n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 310
3480 and doth he knoweth not what, and seeketh for ease he knoweth not where. and does he Knoweth not what, and seeks for ease he Knoweth not where. cc vdz pns31 vvz xx r-crq, cc vvz p-acp n1 pns31 vvz xx c-crq. (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 310
3481 Then hee would giue all Diues his wealth for a drop of water to coole the heate hee feeleth; Then he would give all Diues his wealth for a drop of water to cool the heat he feeleth; cs pns31 vmd vvi d fw-la po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pns31 vvz; (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 310
3482 and with Esau part with his birth-right, for any thing though it were neuer so little or meane, that would giue him but the least present refreshing, and with Esau part with his birthright, for any thing though it were never so little or mean, that would give him but the least present refreshing, cc p-acp np1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr av av j cc j, cst vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt av-ds j n-vvg, (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 310
3483 and preserue him from fainting. Then sack-cloth, and ashes, and fasting, and weeping, and mourning, and renting the garments, and preserve him from fainting. Then Sackcloth, and Ashes, and fasting, and weeping, and mourning, and renting the garments, cc vvi pno31 p-acp vvg. av n1, cc n2, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg dt n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 310
3484 and tearing the haire, and knocking the brest, and out-cryes to heauen, and all those other things, which hee could not abide to heare of in the time of his former security, and tearing the hair, and knocking the breast, and Outcries to heaven, and all those other things, which he could not abide to hear of in the time of his former security, cc vvg dt n1, cc vvg dt n1, cc n2 p-acp n1, cc d d j-jn n2, r-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 310
3485 whilest his conscience lay fast asleepe and at rest, are now in all haste, and greedily entertained, and all too little: whilst his conscience lay fast asleep and At rest, Are now in all haste, and greedily entertained, and all too little: cs po31 n1 vvd av-j j cc p-acp n1, vbr av p-acp d n1, cc av-j vvn, cc d av j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 310
3486 if by any meanes they can possibly giue any ease or asswagement to the present torment he feeleth in his soule. if by any means they can possibly give any ease or assuagement to the present torment he feeleth in his soul. cs p-acp d n2 pns32 vmb av-j vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 310
3487 A third Cause is oftentimes in the Application of the Instrument to the Obiect. For although Gods word in the generall bee Powerfull; A third Cause is oftentimes in the Application of the Instrument to the Object. For although God's word in the general be Powerful; dt ord n1 vbz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp cs npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbb j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 310
3488 and the Conscience of it selfe bee of a stirring Nature: and the Conscience of it self be of a stirring Nature: cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 n1 vbi pp-f dt j-vvg n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 310
3489 yet then ordinarily doth the word of God worke most powerfully vpon the Consciences of obstinate sinners, yet then ordinarily does the word of God work most powerfully upon the Consciences of obstinate Sinners, av av av-j vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 av-ds av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 310
3490 when it is throughly and closely applyed to some speciall corruption, whereunto the party cannot plead Not-guilty ; when it is thoroughly and closely applied to Some special corruption, whereunto the party cannot plead Not guilty; c-crq pn31 vbz av-j cc av-j vvd p-acp d j n1, c-crq dt n1 vmbx vvi j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 310
3491 when the sinne and the iudgement are both so driuen home, that the guiltie offender can neither auoide the euidence of the one, when the sin and the judgement Are both so driven home, that the guilty offender can neither avoid the evidence of the one, c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr av-d av vvn av-an, cst dt j n1 vmb av-dx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt crd, (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3492 nor the feare of the other. nor the Fear of the other. ccx dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3493 A plaine instance whereof wee haue in this present history of King Ahab. When Eliah first came to him in the Vineyard, he was pert enough, [ hast thou found mee, O mine enemy? ] But by that the Prophet had done with him; A plain instance whereof we have in this present history of King Ahab. When Elijah First Come to him in the Vineyard, he was pert enough, [ hast thou found me, Oh mine enemy? ] But by that the Prophet had done with him; dt j n1 c-crq pns12 vhb p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 np1. c-crq np1 ord vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds j av-d, [ vh2 pns21 vvn pno11, uh po11 n1? ] cc-acp p-acp d dt n1 vhd vdn p-acp pno31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3494 told him of the sinne, which was notorious, [ hast thou killed, and taken possession? ] foretold him of the iudgement, which was heauy, [ I will bring euill vpon thee, told him of the sin, which was notorious, [ hast thou killed, and taken possession? ] foretold him of the judgement, which was heavy, [ I will bring evil upon thee, vvd pno31 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbds j, [ vh2 pns21 vvn, cc vvn n1? ] vvn pno31 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbds j, [ pns11 vmb vvi j-jn p-acp pno21, (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3495 and will take away thy Posterity, &c. ] the man was not the man. Eliah left him in a farre other tune, than hee found him in. and will take away thy Posterity, etc. ] the man was not the man. Elijah left him in a Far other tune, than he found him in. cc vmb vvi av po21 n1, av ] dt n1 vbds xx dt n1. np1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt av-j j-jn n1, cs pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp. (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3496 The Prophets words wrought fore vpon him, and his Conscience wrought sore within him; both together wrought him to the humiliation we now speake of: The prophets words wrought before upon him, and his Conscience wrought soar within him; both together wrought him to the humiliation we now speak of: dt ng1 n2 vvn a-acp p-acp pno31, cc po31 n1 vvn av-j p-acp pno31; d av vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pns12 av vvi pp-f: (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3497 [ It came to passe, when hee heard these words, that hee rent his clothes, &c. ] If you desire another instance, turne to Act. 24.25. where there is a right good one, and full to this purpose. [ It Come to pass, when he herd these words, that he rend his clothes, etc. ] If you desire Another instance, turn to Act. 24.25. where there is a right good one, and full to this purpose. [ pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns31 vvd d n2, cst pns31 vvd po31 n2, av ] cs pn22 vvb j-jn n1, vvb p-acp n1 crd. c-crq a-acp vbz dt j-jn j pi, cc j p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3498 There we reade, that Felix the Romane Deputie in Iury trembled, when Paul reasoned of Iustice, There we read, that Felix the Roman Deputy in Jury trembled, when Paul reasoned of justice, a-acp pns12 vvb, cst np1 dt jp n1 p-acp n1 vvd, c-crq np1 vvd pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3499 and of Temperance, and of the Iudgement to come. and of Temperance, and of the Judgement to come. cc pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3500 What was that thing, may wee thinke, in S. Pauls reasoning, which especially made Felix to tremble? It is commonly taken to be the Doctrine of the last Iudgement : What was that thing, may we think, in S. Paul's reasoning, which especially made Felix to tremble? It is commonly taken to be the Doctrine of the last Judgement: q-crq vbds d n1, vmb pns12 vvb, p-acp n1 npg1 vvg, r-crq av-j vvd np1 pc-acp vvi? pn31 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3501 which is indeed a terrible doctrine, and able (if it be throughly apprehended) to make the stoutest of the sonnes of men to tremble. which is indeed a terrible Doctrine, and able (if it be thoroughly apprehended) to make the Stoutest of the Sons of men to tremble. r-crq vbz av dt j n1, cc j (cs pn31 vbb av-j vvn) pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3502 But I take it, that is not all. The very thing that made Felix tremble, seemeth rather to bee; But I take it, that is not all. The very thing that made Felix tremble, seems rather to be; p-acp pns11 vvb pn31, cst vbz xx d. dt j n1 cst vvd np1 vvb, vvz av-c pc-acp vbi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3503 that Pauls discourse fell vpon those speciall vices, wherin hee was notably faulty, and then clapt-in close with Iudgement vpon them. that Paul's discourse fell upon those special vices, wherein he was notably faulty, and then clapt-in close with Judgement upon them. cst npg1 n1 vvd p-acp d j n2, c-crq pns31 vbds av-j j, cc av j av-j p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 311
3504 For Felix was noted of much cruelty and iniustice in the administration of the affaires of Iury, (howsoeuer Tertullus like a smooth Orator, to curry fauour with him, For Felix was noted of much cruelty and injustice in the administration of the affairs of Jury, (howsoever Tertullus like a smooth Orator, to curry favour with him, p-acp np1 vbds vvn pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, (c-acp np1 av-j dt j n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 312
3505 and to doe Paul a displeasure, did flatteringly commend his gouernment): and to do Paul a displeasure, did flatteringly commend his government): cc pc-acp vdi np1 dt n1, vdd av-vvg vvb po31 n1): (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 312
3506 and he was noted also of incontinency, both otherwise, and especially in marrying Drusilla who was another mans wife. and he was noted also of incontinency, both otherwise, and especially in marrying Drusilla who was Another men wife. cc pns31 vbds vvn av pp-f n1, d av, cc av-j p-acp vvg np1 r-crq vbds j-jn ng1 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 312
3507 Tacitus speaking of him in the fifth of his history, painteth him out thus; Per omnem savitiam et libidinem ius regium seruili ingenio exercuit. Tacitus speaking of him in the fifth of his history, painteth him out thus; Per omnem savitiam et libidinem Just Regium seruili ingenio Exercuit. np1 vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp dt ord pp-f po31 n1, vvz pno31 av av; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la crd fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 312
3508 And for such a man, as gouerned with cruelty and rapine, and liued in vnchast wedlocke, to heare one reason powerfully of Iustice, and of Chastity, (for so much the word NONLATINALPHABET there vsed property importeth,) and of Iudgement ; And for such a man, as governed with cruelty and rapine, and lived in unchaste wedlock, to hear one reason powerfully of justice, and of Chastity, (for so much the word there used property imports,) and of Judgement; cc p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvd p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi crd n1 av-j pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1, (c-acp av av-d dt n1 a-acp vvd n1 vvz,) cc pp-f n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 312
3509 it is no wonder if it make him tremble. it is no wonder if it make him tremble. pn31 vbz dx n1 cs pn31 vvb pno31 vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 312
3510 Doe thou consider this and tremble, whosoever thou art, that in thy thoughts despisest the holy word of God; Do thou Consider this and tremble, whosoever thou art, that in thy thoughts Despisest the holy word of God; vdb pns21 vvb d cc vvb, r-crq pns21 vb2r, cst p-acp po21 n2 vv2 dt j n1 pp-f np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 312
3511 accounting of it but as of some humane inuention, to keepe fooles in awe withall: accounting of it but as of Some humane invention, to keep Fools in awe withal: vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp c-acp pp-f d j n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1 av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 312
3512 and thou also, whosoeuer thou art, that vnderualuest this precious treasure, for the meanenes or other infirmities of the earthen vessell wherein it is conveied. and thou also, whosoever thou art, that undervalvest this precious treasure, for the meanness or other infirmities of the earthen vessel wherein it is conveyed. cc pns21 av, r-crq pns21 vb2r, cst js-jn d j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 312
3513 Tell me, dost thou not herein struggle against the testimonie and euidence of thine owne heart? Doth not thine owne Conscience and Experience tell thee, that this sword of the spirit hath a keene edge, Tell me, dost thou not herein struggle against the testimony and evidence of thine own heart? Does not thine own Conscience and Experience tell thee, that this sword of the Spirit hath a keen edge, vvb pno11, vd2 pns21 xx av vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po21 d n1? vdz xx po21 d n1 cc vvb vvb pno21, cst d n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 312
3514 and biteth and pierceth where it goeth? Hath it not sometimes galled, and rubbed, and lanced, and cut thee to the very bone ; and bites and pierces where it Goes? Hath it not sometime galled, and rubbed, and lanced, and Cut thee to the very bone; cc vvz cc vvz c-crq pn31 vvz? vhz pn31 xx av vvn, cc vvd, cc vvd, cc vvb pno21 p-acp dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 312
3515 and entred euen to the diuiding asunder of the ioynts and of the marrow? Hath it not sometimes (as it were) by subtile and serpentine insinuations strangely wound it selfe through those many crooked and Labyrinthean turnings that are in thine heart, into the very inmost corner and center thereof; and entered even to the dividing asunder of the Joints and of the marrow? Hath it not sometime (as it were) by subtle and serpentine insinuations strangely wound it self through those many crooked and Labyrinthian turnings that Are in thine heart, into the very inmost corner and centre thereof; cc vvd av p-acp dt vvg av pp-f dt n2 cc pp-f dt n1? vhz pn31 xx av (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp j cc j n2 av-j vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d d j cc jp n2-vvg cst vbr p-acp po21 n1, p-acp dt j j n1 cc n1 av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 313
3516 and there ripped vp thy bowels and thy reynes, and raked out the filth and corruption that lurked within thee, and there ripped up thy bowels and thy reins, and raked out the filth and corruption that lurked within thee, cc a-acp vvd a-acp po21 n2 cc po21 n2, cc vvd av dt n1 cc n1 cst vvd p-acp pno21, (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 313
3517 and set the secretest thoughts in order before thy face, in such sort as that thou hast bin strucken with astonishment and horrour at the discouery? Though perhaps it haue not yet softened and melted thy stony and obdurate heart: and Set the secretest thoughts in order before thy face, in such sort as that thou hast been strucken with astonishment and horror At the discovery? Though perhaps it have not yet softened and melted thy stony and obdurate heart: cc vvd dt js-jn n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1, p-acp d n1 c-acp d pns21 vh2 vbn vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1? cs av pn31 vhb xx av vvn cc vvn po21 j cc j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 313
3518 yet didst thou neuer perceiue it hammering about it, with sore strokes and knockes, as if it would breake and shiuer it into a thousand pieces? Doubtles thou hast; yet didst thou never perceive it hammering about it, with soar Strokes and knocks, as if it would break and shiver it into a thousand Pieces? Doubtless thou hast; av vdd2 pns21 av-x vvi pn31 vvg p-acp pn31, p-acp j n2 cc vvz, c-acp cs pn31 vmd vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt crd n2? av-j pns21 vh2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 313
3519 and if thou wouldest deny it, thy conscience is able to giue thy tongue the lye, and if thou Wouldst deny it, thy conscience is able to give thy tongue the lie, cc cs pns21 vmd2 vvi pn31, po21 n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi po21 n1 dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 313
3520 and to conuince thee to thy face. And if thou hast: and to convince thee to thy face. And if thou hast: cc pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n1. cc cs pns21 vh2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 313
3521 why then dost thou not readily acknowledge the voyce of God in it, hauing felt in it that liuely power and efficacy, which it is not possible any deuice of the wit of man should haue? Take heede then how thou dost traduce, or despise, or but vnder ualue that, vpon any seeming pretence whatsoeuer; why then dost thou not readily acknowledge the voice of God in it, having felt in it that lively power and efficacy, which it is not possible any device of the wit of man should have? Take heed then how thou dost traduce, or despise, or but under ualue that, upon any seeming pretence whatsoever; uh-crq av vd2 pns21 xx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31, vhg vvn p-acp pn31 d j n1 cc n1, r-crq pn31 vbz xx j d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vhi? vvb n1 av c-crq pns21 vd2 vvi, cc vvb, cc p-acp p-acp vvi cst, p-acp d j-vvg n1 r-crq; (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 313
3522 for which thou hast such a strong witnesse in thine owne heart, from the experience of the vnresisted power of it, that it is indeed the word of God, and not the breath of sinfull man. for which thou hast such a strong witness in thine own heart, from the experience of the unresisted power of it, that it is indeed the word of God, and not the breath of sinful man. p-acp r-crq pns21 vh2 d dt j n1 p-acp po21 d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cst pn31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f np1, cc xx dt n1 pp-f j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 313
3523 Felix trembled at it, Ahab was humbled by it; the one an Atheist, the other an Hypocrite : Felix trembled At it, Ahab was humbled by it; the one an Atheist, the other an Hypocrite: np1 vvd p-acp pn31, np1 vbds vvn p-acp pn31; dt pi dt n1, dt j-jn dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 313
3524 thou art worse than either Atheist or Hypocrite, if it worke not at least as much vpon thee. thou art Worse than either Atheist or Hypocrite, if it work not At least as much upon thee. pns21 vb2r av-jc cs d n1 cc n1, cs pn31 vvb xx p-acp ds p-acp d p-acp pno21. (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 313
3525 Seest thou how Ahab humbleth himselfe at the voyce of the Prophet? From Ahabs Humiliation, and the Occasion therof; See thou how Ahab Humbleth himself At the voice of the Prophet? From Ahabs Humiliation, and the Occasion thereof; vv2 pns21 q-crq np1 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? p-acp npg1 n1, cc dt n1 av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 313
3526 passe we now to consider in the last place the Successe of it. Ahab is humbled at the Prophets denouncing of judgement against him; pass we now to Consider in the last place the Success of it. Ahab is humbled At the prophets denouncing of judgement against him; vvb pns12 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1 dt n1 pp-f pn31. np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 vvg pp-f n1 p-acp pno31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 314
3527 and God hence taketh occasion to be so gracious to Ahab, as (though not wholly to remoue, yet) to suspend and adjourne the judgement for a time [ Seest thou how Ahab is humbled before me? because he humbleth himselfe before me, I will not bring the euill in his dayes &c. ] And here must Gods Holinesse be brought vnto a tryall; and God hence Takes occasion to be so gracious to Ahab, as (though not wholly to remove, yet) to suspend and adjourn the judgement for a time [ See thou how Ahab is humbled before me? Because he Humbleth himself before me, I will not bring the evil in his days etc. ] And Here must God's Holiness be brought unto a trial; cc np1 av vvz n1 pc-acp vbi av j p-acp np1, c-acp (cs xx av-jn p-acp vvb, av) p-acp vvb cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 [ vv2 pns21 c-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11? c-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2 av ] cc av vmb n2 n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 314
3528 before the barre of carnall reason, if by any meanes it can justifie it selfe. God hateth the workes of Hypocrites; before the bar of carnal reason, if by any means it can justify it self. God hates the works of Hypocrites; p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cs p-acp d n2 pn31 vmb vvi pn31 n1. np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 314
3529 he loatheth euen sacrifices without mercy; he Loathes even Sacrifices without mercy; pns31 vvz av-j n2 p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 314
3530 his soule cannot away with the oblations and new-Moones and solemne feasts of men that haue their hands full of bloud, no not though they make many prayers, and tender them with behauiour of greatest deuotion, stretching out their hands towards heauen, his soul cannot away with the Oblations and new-Moones and solemn feasts of men that have their hands full of blood, no not though they make many Prayers, and tender them with behaviour of greatest devotion, stretching out their hands towards heaven, po31 n1 vmbx av p-acp dt n2 cc n2 cc j n2 pp-f n2 cst vhb po32 n2 j pp-f n1, dx xx cs pns32 vvb d n2, cc vvb pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f js n1, vvg av po32 n2 p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 314
3531 and afflicting their soules with fasting, and hanging down their heads as Bulrushes with pensiuenesse: and afflicting their Souls with fasting, and hanging down their Heads as Bulrushes with pensiveness: cc vvg po32 n2 p-acp vvg, cc vvg a-acp po32 n2 c-acp n2 p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 314
3532 but euen their best sacrifices, & confessions, and prayers, and humiliations are an abomination vnto him; but even their best Sacrifices, & confessions, and Prayers, and humiliations Are an abomination unto him; cc-acp av po32 js n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2 vbr dt n1 p-acp pno31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 314
3533 so farre from appearing his wrath against other sinnes, as that they prouoke his yet farther displeasure against themselues. so Far from appearing his wrath against other Sins, as that they provoke his yet farther displeasure against themselves. av av-j p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2, c-acp cst pns32 vvb po31 av jc n1 p-acp px32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 314
3534 Such is the Holinesse of our God, and such the purity of his nature: Such is the Holiness of our God, and such the purity of his nature: d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 314
3535 with which holinesse and purity how can it stand, to accep• and reward (as here he seemeth to doe) the counterfeit humiliation of such a wretched Hypocrite, as we now suppose Ahab to be? with which holiness and purity how can it stand, to accep• and reward (as Here he seems to do) the counterfeit humiliation of such a wretched Hypocrite, as we now suppose Ahab to be? p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 c-crq vmb pn31 vvi, p-acp n1 cc n1 (c-acp av pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi) dt j-jn n1 pp-f d dt j n1, c-acp pns12 av vvb np1 pc-acp vbi? (13) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 314
3536 For the clearing of this difficultie; For the clearing of this difficulty; p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 315
3537 first let it be granted; (which I take to be a certaine truth, and for anie thing I know neuer yet gaine said by any,) that Ahab, not onely before, and after, but euen in the act and at the instant of this humiliation, was an Hypocrite. Let it be granted secondly, (which is the thing vrged in the doubt) that this humiliation of his, being performed but in hypocrisie, was not acceptable to God, as a good worke; First let it be granted; (which I take to be a certain truth, and for any thing I know never yet gain said by any,) that Ahab, not only before, and After, but even in the act and At the instant of this humiliation, was an Hypocrite. Let it be granted secondly, (which is the thing urged in the doubt) that this humiliation of his, being performed but in hypocrisy, was not acceptable to God, as a good work; ord vvb pn31 vbi vvn; (r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb av av n1 vvd p-acp d,) cst np1, xx av-j a-acp, cc a-acp, p-acp av p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt j-jn pp-f d n1, vbds dt n1. vvb pn31 vbi vvn ord, (r-crq vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1) cst d n1 pp-f png31, vbg vvn p-acp p-acp n1, vbds xx j p-acp np1, c-acp dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 315
3538 but abominable before him, as a foule sinne. but abominable before him, as a foul sin. cc-acp j p-acp pno31, c-acp dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 315
3539 But yet withall it must be granted thirdly, that, although Ahab did not well in not being humbled with an vpright heart, But yet withal it must be granted Thirdly, that, although Ahab did not well in not being humbled with an upright heart, p-acp av av pn31 vmb vbi vvn ord, cst, cs np1 vdd xx av p-acp xx vbg vvn p-acp dt av-j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 315
3540 yet he had done much worse, if he had not bin humbled at all: yet he had done much Worse, if he had not been humbled At all: av pns31 vhd vdn d av-jc, cs pns31 vhd xx vbn vvn p-acp d: (13) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 315
3541 and that therefore there was, though no true spirituall goodnesse, yet some outward morall goodnesse in Ahabs humiliation; and that Therefore there was, though no true spiritual Goodness, yet Some outward moral Goodness in Ahabs humiliation; cc cst av a-acp vbds, c-acp dx j j n1, av d j j n1 p-acp n2 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 315
3542 at least so farre forth, as a thing lesse euil may in comparison of a worser thing be termed good. At least so Far forth, as a thing less evil may in comparison of a Worse thing be termed good. p-acp ds av av-j av, c-acp dt n1 av-dc j-jn vmb p-acp n1 pp-f dt jc n1 vbi vvn j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 315
3543 And then are we to know fourthly, that it may stand with Gods holinesse, as it doth with his goodnesse and iustice, to reward outward good things with outward good things; And then Are we to know fourthly, that it may stand with God's holiness, as it does with his Goodness and Justice, to reward outward good things with outward good things; cc av vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi j, cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp ng1 n1, c-acp pn31 vdz p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi j j n2 p-acp j j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 315
3544 and morall and temporary graces with worldly and temporall blessings: and moral and temporary graces with worldly and temporal blessings: cc j cc j n2 p-acp j cc j n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 315
3545 as here he rewardeth Ahabs temporarie and external humiliation, with an outward temporall fauour, viz. the adiourning of an outward temporall judgement. as Here he Rewardeth Ahabs temporary and external humiliation, with an outward temporal favour, viz. the adjourning of an outward temporal judgement. c-acp av pns31 vvz n2 j cc j n1, p-acp dt j j vvi, n1 dt vvg pp-f dt j j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 315
3546 That which hence we would obserue, is, That God rewardeth sometimes common graces with common favours, temporary obedience with temporall beneficence. That which hence we would observe, is, That God Rewardeth sometime Common graces with Common favours, temporary Obedience with temporal beneficence. cst r-crq av pns12 vmd vvi, vbz, cst np1 vvz av j n2 p-acp j n2, j n1 p-acp j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 315
3547 This is proued vnto vs first, from the generall course of Gods justice ; and his promise, grounded vpon that justice, to reward euery man according to his workes. This is proved unto us First, from the general course of God's Justice; and his promise, grounded upon that Justice, to reward every man according to his works. d vbz vvn p-acp pno12 ord, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1; cc po31 vvi, vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 315
3548 To which iustice of his, and to which promise of his it is agreable, as to recompence Spirituall good things with eternall, so to recompence Morall good things with temporall rewards, Secondly, from speciall expresse warrant of Scripture. To which Justice of his, and to which promise of his it is agreeable, as to recompense Spiritual good things with Eternal, so to recompense Moral good things with temporal rewards, Secondly, from special express warrant of Scripture. p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f png31, cc p-acp r-crq vvb pp-f po31 zz vbz j, c-acp pc-acp vvi j j n2 p-acp j, av pc-acp vvi j j n2 p-acp j n2, ord, p-acp j j n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 316
3549 In Matth. 6. Christ saith of Hypocrites more than once, that they haue their reward. As in the doing of their seeming good workes, they ayme especially at the vaine prayse and commendation of men: In Matthew 6. christ Says of Hypocrites more than once, that they have their reward. As in the doing of their seeming good works, they aim especially At the vain praise and commendation of men: p-acp np1 crd np1 vvz pp-f n2 av-dc cs a-acp, cst pns32 vhb po32 n1. c-acp p-acp dt vdg pp-f po32 j-vvg j n2, pns32 vvi av-j p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 316
3550 so they haue the full reward of those workes in the vaine prayse & commendation of men. so they have the full reward of those works in the vain praise & commendation of men. av pns32 vhb dt j vvb pp-f d n2 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 316
3551 Though they haue no right vnto, nor reason to looke for, a reward hereafter in heauen: Though they have no right unto, nor reason to look for, a reward hereafter in heaven: cs pns32 vhb dx n-jn p-acp, ccx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, dt n1 av p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 316
3552 yet they haue their reward such as it is, and all they are like to haue) here vpon earth. yet they have their reward such as it is, and all they Are like to have) Here upon earth. av pns32 vhb po32 n1 d c-acp pn31 vbz, cc d pns32 vbr j pc-acp vhi) av p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 316
3553 Thirdly, from particular examples of such, as haue bin temporally rewarded for temporall graces. To omit Heathens, as viz. Aristides, Cyrus, &c. for Iustice; Thirdly, from particular Examples of such, as have been temporally rewarded for temporal graces. To omit heathens, as viz. Aristides, Cyrus, etc. for justice; ord, p-acp j n2 pp-f d, c-acp vhb vbn av-j vvn p-acp j n2. p-acp vvi n2-jn, c-acp n1 np1, np1, av p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 316
3554 Bias, Diogenes &c. for contempt of the world; Codrus, Regulus &c. for loue of their countrey, and zeale to the common good; Bias, Diogenes etc. for contempt of the world; Codrus, Regulus etc. for love of their country, and zeal to the Common good; n1, np1 av p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1; np1, npg1 av p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 316
3555 and sundry others, for other good things: and sundry Others, for other good things: cc j n2-jn, p-acp j-jn j n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 316
3556 whose morall vertues are herein amply rewarded, (if there were nothing else but this,) that their names and memories haue bin preserued in histories, whose moral Virtues Are herein amply rewarded, (if there were nothing Else but this,) that their names and memories have been preserved in histories, rg-crq j n2 vbr av av-j vvn, (cs pc-acp vbdr pix av cc-acp d,) cst po32 n2 cc n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 316
3557 and renowned throughout the world in all succeeding generations. I say, to omit these Heathens: we haue examples in Scripture; and renowned throughout the world in all succeeding generations. I say, to omit these heathens: we have Examples in Scripture; cc j-vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j-vvg n2. pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi d n2-jn: pns12 vhb n2 p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 316
3558 of Ahab here, of Iehu, of the Nineuites, of others elsewhere: who for their temporary obedience, zeale, repentance, & the like, were rewarded; of Ahab Here, of Iehu, of the Ninevites, of Others elsewhere: who for their temporary Obedience, zeal, Repentance, & the like, were rewarded; pp-f np1 av, pp-f np1, pp-f dt n2, pp-f n2-jn av: r-crq p-acp po32 j n1, n1, n1, cc dt j, vbdr vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 316
3559 partly by temporall blessings vpon themselues and their posteritie, partly by the remoueal or adiournall of temporall punishments, which otherwise had speedily ouertaken them. partly by temporal blessings upon themselves and their posterity, partly by the removal or adiournall of temporal punishments, which otherwise had speedily overtaken them. av p-acp j n2 p-acp px32 cc po32 n1, av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq av vhd av-j vvn pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3560 Fourthly, from the greater to the lesse. Fourthly, from the greater to the less. ord, p-acp dt jc p-acp dt av-dc. (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3561 God sometimes temporally rewardeth the seruices of such men, as are but bruta instrumenta, brute instruments of his will and prouidence; God sometime temporally Rewardeth the services of such men, as Are but bruta Instrumenta, brutus Instruments of his will and providence; np1 av av-j vvz dt n2 pp-f d n2, c-acp vbr p-acp fw-la fw-la, n1 n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3562 such as are imployed by him for the bringing about of his most holy and secret purposes, Citra rationem finis, aut eorum quae ad finem, in the doing of such things; such as Are employed by him for the bringing about of his most holy and secret Purposes, Citra rationem finis, Or Their Quae ad finem, in the doing of such things; d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f po31 av-ds j cc j-jn n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt vdg pp-f d n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3563 as they doe without the least mixture (in their owne purpose and intent) of any respect at all to God or his ends, as they do without the least mixture (in their own purpose and intent) of any respect At all to God or his ends, c-acp pns32 vdb p-acp dt ds n1 (p-acp po32 d vvb cc n1) pp-f d n1 p-acp d p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3564 but meerely for the satisfying of their owne corrupt lusts, and the atchieuing of their owne priuate ends. A notable example whereof we haue in Gods dealing with Nabuchadnezzar in Ezek. 29. where the word of the Lord commeth to Ezekiel, saying, Son of man, Nabuchadnezzar king of Babylon caused his army to serue a great seruice against Tyrus: but merely for the satisfying of their own corrupt Lustiest, and the achieving of their own private ends. A notable Exampl whereof we have in God's dealing with Nebuchadnezzar in Ezekiel 29. where the word of the Lord comes to Ezekielem, saying, Son of man, Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon caused his army to serve a great service against Tyre: cc-acp av-j c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 d j n2, cc dt vvg pp-f po32 d j n2. dt j n1 c-crq pns12 vhb p-acp npg1 vvg p-acp np1 p-acp np1 crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, vvg, n1 pp-f n1, np1 n1 pp-f np1 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3565 euery head was made bald, and euery shoulder was peeled: every head was made bald, and every shoulder was peeled: d n1 vbds vvn j, cc d n1 vbds vvn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3566 yet had he no wages, nor his army for Tyrus, for the seruice that he had serued against it: yet had he no wages, nor his army for Tyre, for the service that he had served against it: av vhd pns31 dx n2, ccx po31 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3567 Therefore thus saith the Lord God; behold I will giue the land of Egypt to Nabuchadnezzar king of Babylon: Therefore thus Says the Lord God; behold I will give the land of Egypt to Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon: av av vvz dt n1 np1; vvb pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 n1 pp-f np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3568 and he shall take her multitude, and it shall be wages for his army. and he shall take her multitude, and it shall be wages for his army. cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi n2 p-acp po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3569 I haue giuen him the land of Egypt for his labour, wherewith he serued against Tyrus; I have given him the land of Egypt for his labour, wherewith he served against Tyre; pns11 vhb vvn pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3570 because they wrought for me, saith the Lord God. Because they wrought for me, Says the Lord God. c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pno11, vvz dt n1 np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3571 In which place we see Egypt is giuen to Nabuchadnezzar, as a reward for the seruice he did against Tyrus ; In which place we see Egypt is given to Nebuchadnezzar, as a reward for the service he did against Tyre; p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vvb np1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vdd p-acp np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 317
3572 because therein (though he neither intended any such thing, nor so much as knew it,) he yet was the instrument to worke Gods purpose vpon and against Tyrus. Because therein (though he neither intended any such thing, nor so much as knew it,) he yet was the Instrument to work God's purpose upon and against Tyre. c-acp av (cs pns31 dx vvd d d n1, ccx av av-d c-acp vvd pn31,) pns31 av vbds dt n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp cc p-acp np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 318
3573 And then how much more will God reward temporally the seruices and obedience of such, And then how much more will God reward temporally the services and Obedience of such, cc av c-crq av-d av-dc vmb np1 vvi av-j dt n2 cc n1 pp-f d, (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 318
3574 as purposely and knowingly endeauour an outward conformity vnto the holy will and pleasure of God, as purposely and knowingly endeavour an outward conformity unto the holy will and pleasure of God, c-acp av cc av-vvg vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 318
3575 though with strong and predominant mixture of their owne corrupt appetites and ends therwithall? Now the Reasons, why God should thus outwardly reward the outward workes of Hypocrites; are: though with strong and predominant mixture of their own corrupt appetites and ends therewithal? Now the Reasons, why God should thus outwardly reward the outward works of Hypocrites; Are: cs p-acp j cc j n1 pp-f po32 d j n2 cc n2 av? av dt n2, c-crq np1 vmd av av-j vvi dt j n2 pp-f n2; vbr: (13) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 318
3576 First, the manifestation of his owne Goodnesse: that wee might know how willing hee is to cherish the least sparke of any goodnesse in any man, be it naturall, or morall, or what euer other goodnesse it be; First, the manifestation of his own goodness: that we might know how willing he is to cherish the least spark of any Goodness in any man, be it natural, or moral, or what ever other Goodness it be; ord, dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1: cst pns12 vmd vvi c-crq j pns31 vbz p-acp vvb dt ds n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1, vbb pn31 j, cc j, cc r-crq av j-jn n1 pn31 vbi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 318
3577 that he might thereby encourage vs, so to labour the improuement of those good things in vs, that he might thereby encourage us, so to labour the improvement of those good things in us, cst pns31 vmd av vvi pno12, av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp pno12, (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 318
3578 as to make our selues capable of greater rewards. Secondly ; as to make our selves capable of greater rewards. Secondly; c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j pp-f jc n2. ord; (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 318
3579 his Iustice and equity, in measuring vnto sinners and Hypocrites exactly according to the measure they mete vnto him. his justice and equity, in measuring unto Sinners and Hypocrites exactly according to the measure they meet unto him. po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg p-acp n2 cc n2 av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 318
3580 They serue him with graces, which are not true graces indeede: he rewardeth them with blessings, which are indeede not true blessings. They serve him with graces, which Are not true graces indeed: he Rewardeth them with blessings, which Are indeed not true blessings. pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp n2, r-crq vbr xx j n2 av: pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n2, r-crq vbr av xx j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 318
3581 Somewhat they must doe to God; Somewhat they must do to God; av pns32 vmb vdi p-acp np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 318
3582 and therefore they affoord him a little temporary obedience, and there is all the seruice he shall haue from them: and Therefore they afford him a little temporary Obedience, and there is all the service he shall have from them: cc av pns32 vvb pno31 dt j j n1, cc pc-acp vbz d dt n1 pns31 vmb vhi p-acp pno32: (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 318
3583 Somewhat God will doe for them, and in requitall alloweth them a little temporary fauour, and there is all the reward they must looke for from him. Here is Quid pro Quo : Somewhat God will do for them, and in requital alloweth them a little temporary favour, and there is all the reward they must look for from him. Here is Quid Pro Quo: av np1 vmb vdi p-acp pno32, cc p-acp n1 vvz pno32 dt j j n1, cc pc-acp vbz d dt vvb pns32 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp pno31. av vbz fw-la fw-la fw-la: (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 318
3584 They giue God the outward work, but without any hearty affection to him: God giueth them the outward benefit, but without any hearty affection to them. They give God the outward work, but without any hearty affection to him: God gives them the outward benefit, but without any hearty affection to them. pns32 vvb np1 dt j n1, p-acp p-acp d j n1 p-acp pno31: np1 vvz pno32 dt j n1, p-acp p-acp d j n1 p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 318
3585 For want of which hearty affection on both sides, it commeth to passe, that neither is the outward worke truely acceptable to him, For want of which hearty affection on both sides, it comes to pass, that neither is the outward work truly acceptable to him, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq j n1 p-acp d n2, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst d vbz dt j n1 av-j j p-acp pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 319
3586 nor the outward benefit truely profitable to them. nor the outward benefit truly profitable to them. ccx dt j n1 av-j j p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 319
3587 A third reason of Gods thus graciously dealing euen with Hypocrites, may be assigned, with reference to his owne deare Children and chosen; A third reason of God's thus graciously dealing even with Hypocrites, may be assigned, with Referente to his own deer Children and chosen; dt ord n1 pp-f n2 av av-j vvg av p-acp n2, vmb vbi vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d j-jn n2 cc vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 319
3588 for whose good especially (next vnder his owne glory ) all the passages of his diuine prouidence both vpon them and others are disposed in such sort as they are: for whose good especially (next under his own glory) all the passages of his divine providence both upon them and Others Are disposed in such sort as they Are: p-acp rg-crq j av-j (ord p-acp po31 d n1) d dt n2 pp-f po31 j-jn n1 av-d p-acp pno32 cc n2-jn vbr vvn p-acp d n1 c-acp pns32 vbr: (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 319
3589 as for whose comfort, this manner of proceeding maketh very much and sundry wayes; as I shall by and by touch in the Inferences from this Obseruation: as for whose Comfort, this manner of proceeding makes very much and sundry ways; as I shall by and by touch in the Inferences from this Observation: c-acp p-acp rg-crq vvb, d n1 pp-f vvg vvz av av-d cc j n2; c-acp pns11 vmb p-acp cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 319
3590 whereunto I now come, because it is time I should draw towards a Conclusion. And first ; whereunto I now come, Because it is time I should draw towards a Conclusion. And First; c-crq pns11 av vvb, c-acp pn31 vbz n1 pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1. cc ord; (13) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 319
3591 by what hath bin already said a way is opened for the clearing of Gods Holinesse in these his proceedings. by what hath been already said a Way is opened for the clearing of God's Holiness in these his proceedings. p-acp r-crq vhz vbn av vvn dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d po31 n2-vvg. (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 319
3592 If sometimes he temporally reward Hypocrites; it is not either for their owne ; If sometime he temporally reward Hypocrites; it is not either for their own; cs av pns31 av-j vvi n2; pn31 vbz xx av-d p-acp po32 d; (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 319
3593 or for their workes sake, as if he either accepted their Persons, or approued their Obedience. No: it is but Lex Talionis ; or for their works sake, as if he either accepted their Persons, or approved their obedience. No: it is but Lex Talionis; cc p-acp po32 vvz n1, c-acp cs pns31 d vvd po32 n2, cc j-vvn po32 n1. uh-dx: pn31 vbz p-acp fw-la fw-la; (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 319
3594 he dealeth with them, as they deale with him. They doe him but eye-seruice ; and he giueth them but eye-wages. Indeede God can neither be deceiued, nor deceiue : he deals with them, as they deal with him. They do him but eyeservice; and he gives them but eye-wages. Indeed God can neither be deceived, nor deceive: pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pno31. pns32 vdb pn31 p-acp n1; cc pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n2. av np1 vmb av-dx vbi vvn, ccx vvb: (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 319
3595 yet as they would deceiue God in their seruice, with such obedience as falleth short of true obedience; yet as they would deceive God in their service, with such Obedience as falls short of true Obedience; av c-acp pns32 vmd vvi np1 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp d n1 c-acp vvz j pp-f j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 319
3596 so they are deceiued in their pay from him, with such blessings as fall short of true blessings. so they Are deceived in their pay from him, with such blessings as fallen short of true blessings. av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp d n2 p-acp vvi j pp-f j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 319
3597 And all this may well stand with Gods both Iustice and Holinesse. Secondly ; And all this may well stand with God's both justice and Holiness. Secondly; cc d d vmb av vvi p-acp n2 d ng1 cc n1. ord; (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 319
3598 it appeareth from the premises, that Gods thus dealing with wicked and vnsanctified men, in thus rewarding their outward good things, giueth no warrant nor strength at all, eyther to that Popish corrupt doctrine of Meritum congrui, in deseruing the first grace by the right vse of Naturalls ; it appears from the premises, that God's thus dealing with wicked and unsanctified men, in thus rewarding their outward good things, gives no warrant nor strength At all, either to that Popish corrupt Doctrine of Merit congrui, in deserving the First grace by the right use of Naturals; pn31 vvz p-acp dt n2, cst n2 av vvg p-acp j cc j n2, p-acp av vvg po32 j j n2, vvz dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp d, av-d p-acp d j j n1 pp-f np1 fw-la, p-acp vvg dt ord n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2-j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 320
3599 or to that rotten principle and foundation of the whole frame of Arminianisme, [ Facienti quod in se est, Deus non potest, non debet denegare gratiam. or to that rotten principle and Foundation of the Whole frame of Arminianism, [ Facienti quod in se est, Deus non potest, non debet denegare gratiam. cc p-acp d j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, [ fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 320
3600 ] We know, God rewards his owne true and spirituall graces in vs, with increase of those graces here, and with glory hereafter: ] We know, God rewards his own true and spiritual graces in us, with increase of those graces Here, and with glory hereafter: ] pns12 vvb, np1 vvz po31 d j cc j n2 p-acp pno12, p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 av, cc p-acp n1 av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 320
3601 wee see, God rewardeth euen false and outward & seeming graces, naturall and morall good things, with outward and temporall fauours. we see, God Rewardeth even false and outward & seeming graces, natural and moral good things, with outward and temporal favours. pns12 vvb, np1 vvz av j cc j cc vvg n2, j cc j j n2, p-acp j cc j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 320
3602 And all this is most agreeable to his infinite both Iustice and Mercy ; and may stand with the infinite Puritie and Holinesse of his nature. And all this is most agreeable to his infinite both justice and Mercy; and may stand with the infinite Purity and Holiness of his nature. cc d d vbz av-ds j p-acp po31 j d ng1 cc n1; cc vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 320
3603 But this were rather to make God an vniust and vnholy God; But this were rather to make God an unjust and unholy God; p-acp d vbdr av pc-acp vvi np1 dt j cc j np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 320
3604 to binde him to reward the outward and sinfull workes of Hypocrites, (for the best naturall or morall workes without Grace are but such,) with true sauing Grace and inward sanctification. to bind him to reward the outward and sinful works of Hypocrites, (for the best natural or moral works without Grace Are but such,) with true Saving Grace and inward sanctification. pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n2 pp-f n2, (c-acp dt js j cc j n2 p-acp n1 vbr p-acp d,) p-acp j vvg n1 cc j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 320
3605 Other Inferences and vses more might bee added: as viz. thirdly, for our Imitation ; Other Inferences and uses more might be added: as viz. Thirdly, for our Imitation; av-jn n2 cc vvz dc vmd vbi vvn: c-acp n1 ord, p-acp po12 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 320
3606 by Gods example to take knowledge of, and to commend, and to cherish euen in wicked men, those naturall or morall parts that are eminent in them, by God's Exampl to take knowledge of, and to commend, and to cherish even in wicked men, those natural or moral parts that Are eminent in them, p-acp ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f, cc pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp j n2, d j cc j n2 cst vbr j p-acp pno32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 320
3607 and whatsoeuer good thing they doe in outward actuall conformity to the reuealed will and law of God. and whatsoever good thing they do in outward actual conformity to the revealed will and law of God. cc r-crq j n1 pns32 vdb p-acp j j n1 p-acp dt vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 320
3608 And fourthly, for Exhortation to such, as doe not yet finde any comfortable assurance that their obedience and good workes are true and sincere; And fourthly, for Exhortation to such, as do not yet find any comfortable assurance that their Obedience and good works Are true and sincere; cc j, p-acp n1 p-acp d, c-acp vdb xx av vvi d j n1 cst po32 n1 cc j n2 vbr j cc j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 320
3609 yet to goe on, and not to grow wearie of well-doing: knowing that their labour is not altogether in vaine; yet to go on, and not to grow weary of welldoing: knowing that their labour is not altogether in vain; av pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc xx pc-acp vvi j pp-f n1: vvg cst po32 n1 vbz xx av p-acp j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 321
3610 in as much as their workes (though perhaps done in Hypocrisie) shall procure them temporall blessings here, in as much as their works (though perhaps done in Hypocrisy) shall procure them temporal blessings Here, p-acp c-acp d c-acp po32 n2 (cs av vdn p-acp n1) vmb vvi pno32 j n2 av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 321
3611 and some abatement withall (I adde that by the way) of stripes and euerlasting punishment hereafter. and Some abatement withal (I add that by the Way) of stripes and everlasting punishment hereafter. cc d n1 av (pns11 vvb cst p-acp dt n1) pp-f n2 cc j n1 av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 321
3612 But I passe by all these and the like Vses ; and commend but one more vnto you: But I pass by all these and the like Uses; and commend but one more unto you: cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d d cc dt j vvz; cc vvb p-acp crd av-dc p-acp pn22: (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 321
3613 and that is it which I named before as one Reason of the point obserued, viz. the Comfort of Gods deare children and seruants; and that sundry waies. and that is it which I nam before as one Reason of the point observed, viz. the Comfort of God's deer children and Servants; and that sundry ways. cc cst vbz pn31 r-crq pns11 vvd a-acp p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd, n1 dt vvb pp-f n2 j-jn n2 cc n2; cc cst j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 321
3614 First, here is comfort for them, against a Temptation which often assaulteth them, and that with much violence and danger: arising from the sense and obseruation of the prosperitie and flourishing estate of the wicked in this world. First, Here is Comfort for them, against a Temptation which often assaulteth them, and that with much violence and danger: arising from the sense and observation of the Prosperity and flourishing estate of the wicked in this world. ord, av vbz n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 r-crq av vvz pno32, cc cst p-acp d n1 cc n1: vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j-vvg n1 pp-f dt j p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 321
3615 We may see in the Psalmes, and elsewhere; We may see in the Psalms, and elsewhere; pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2, cc av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 321
3616 how frequently and strongly Dauid, and Iob, and Ieremie, and other godly ones were assailed with this temptation. how frequently and strongly David, and Job, and Ieremie, and other godly ones were assailed with this temptation. c-crq av-j cc av-j np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc j-jn j pi2 vbr vvn p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 321
3617 For thy instruction then, and to arme thee against this so common and vniuersall a temptation: For thy instruction then, and to arm thee against this so Common and universal a temptation: p-acp po21 n1 av, cc pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d av j cc j dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 321
3618 if thou shalt see fooles on horsebacke; vngodly ones laden with wealth, with honour, with ease; if thou shalt see Fools on horseback; ungodly ones laden with wealth, with honour, with ease; cs pns21 vm2 vvi n2 p-acp n1; j-u pi2 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 321
3619 Hypocrites blessed with the fat of the earth, and the dew of heauen, and abundance of all the comforts of this life: Hypocrites blessed with the fat of the earth, and the due of heaven, and abundance of all the comforts of this life: n2 vvn p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 321
3620 yet bee not thou discomforted at it, or disquieted with it; yet be not thou discomforted At it, or disquieted with it; av vbb xx pns21 j-vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvd p-acp pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 321
3621 doe not fre• thy selfe because of the vngodly, neither bee thou enuious at euill doers. do not fre• thy self Because of the ungodly, neither bee thou envious At evil doers. vdb xx n1 po21 n1 c-acp pp-f dt j, dx n1 pns21 j p-acp j-jn n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 321
3622 Thou expectest for thine inward Obedience an vnproportionable reward in the life to come: doe not therefore grudge their outward Obedience a proportionable reward in this life. Thou expectest for thine inward obedience an unproportionable reward in the life to come: do not Therefore grudge their outward obedience a proportionable reward in this life. pns21 vv2 p-acp po21 j n1 dt j vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi: vdb xx av vvi po32 j n1 dt j vvb p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 321
3623 Some good things or other thou maiest thinke there are in them, for which God bestoweth those outward blessings vpon them. some good things or other thou Mayest think there Are in them, for which God bestoweth those outward blessings upon them. d j n2 cc n-jn pns21 vm2 vvi pc-acp vbr p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz d j n2 p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 322
3624 But consider withall, that as they haue their reward here, so they haue all their reward here: But Consider withal, that as they have their reward Here, so they have all their reward Here: cc-acp vvb av, cst c-acp pns32 vhb po32 vvb av, av pns32 vhb d po32 n1 av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 322
3625 and whatsoeuer their present prosperitie bee, yet the time will come, and that ere long be, and whatsoever their present Prosperity be, yet the time will come, and that ere long be, cc r-crq po32 j n1 vbi, av dt n1 vmb vvi, cc d c-acp av-j vbi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 322
3626 when the hope of the Hypocrite shall wither, and the end of the wicked shall be cut off. when the hope of the Hypocrite shall wither, and the end of the wicked shall be Cut off. c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb vbi vvn a-acp. (13) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 322
3627 Againe, here is a second Comfort for the godly against temporall afflictions: and it ariseth thus. Again, Here is a second Comfort for the godly against temporal afflictions: and it arises thus. av, av vbz dt ord n1 p-acp dt j p-acp j n2: cc pn31 vvz av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 322
3628 As Gods loue and fauour goeth not alwaies with those temporall benefits hee bestoweth: As God's love and favour Goes not always with those temporal benefits he bestoweth: p-acp n2 vvb cc n1 vvz xx av p-acp d j n2 pns31 vvz: (13) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 322
3629 so on the other side, Gods wrath and displeasure goeth not alwaies with those temporall afflictions he inflicteth. so on the other side, God's wrath and displeasure Goes not always with those temporal afflictions he inflicteth. av p-acp dt j-jn n1, npg1 n1 cc n1 vvz xx av p-acp d j n2 pns31 vvz. (13) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 322
3630 For as he rewardeth those few good things that are in euill men, with these temporall benefits; For as he Rewardeth those few good things that Are in evil men, with these temporal benefits; p-acp c-acp pns31 vvz d d j n2 cst vbr p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp d j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 322
3631 for whom yet (in his Iustice ) hee reserueth eternall damnation, as the due wages (by that Iustice ) of their grace-lesse impenitency: for whom yet (in his justice) he reserveth Eternal damnation, as the due wages (by that justice) of their graceless impenitency: p-acp ro-crq av (p-acp po31 n1) pns31 vvz j n1, p-acp dt j-jn n2 (p-acp d ng1) pp-f po32 j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 322
3632 so hee punisheth those remnants of sinne that are in Godly men, with these temporall afflictions; for whom yet (in his mercy ) hee reserueth Eternall saluation, as the due wages (yet by that mercy onely) of their Faith, and Repentance, and holy Obedience. so he Punisheth those remnants of sin that Are in Godly men, with these temporal afflictions; for whom yet (in his mercy) he reserveth Eternal salvation, as the due wages (yet by that mercy only) of their Faith, and Repentance, and holy obedience. av pns31 vvz d n2 pp-f n1 cst vbr p-acp j n2, p-acp d j n2; p-acp ro-crq av (p-acp po31 n1) pns31 vvz j n1, p-acp dt j-jn n2 (av p-acp d n1 av-j) pp-f po32 n1, cc n1, cc j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 322
3633 As Abraham said to the rich glutton in the Parable Luke 16. Sonne, remember that thou in thy life time receiuedst thy good things, & likewise Lazarus euill things: As Abraham said to the rich glutton in the Parable Lycia 16. Son, Remember that thou in thy life time Received thy good things, & likewise Lazarus evil things: p-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 av crd n1, vvb cst pns21 p-acp po21 n1 n1 vvd2 po21 j n2, cc av np1 j-jn n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 322
3634 but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented. As if he had said; but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented. As if he had said; cc-acp av pns31 vbz vvn, cc pns21 vb2r vvn. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 322
3635 If thou hadst any thing good in thee, remember thou hast thy reward in earth already; If thou Hadst any thing good in thee, Remember thou hast thy reward in earth already; cs pns21 vhd2 d n1 j p-acp pno21, vvb pns21 vh2 po21 vvb p-acp n1 av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 322
3636 and now there remaineth for thee nothing, but the full punishment of thine vngodlines there in Hell: but as for Lazarus hee hath had the chasticement of his infirmities on earth already; and now there remains for thee nothing, but the full punishment of thine ungodliness there in Hell: but as for Lazarus he hath had the chastisement of his infirmities on earth already; cc av a-acp vvz p-acp pno21 pix, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1 a-acp p-acp n1: cc-acp c-acp p-acp np1 pns31 vhz vhn dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp n1 av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 323
3637 and now remaineth for him nothing, but the full reward of his godlinesse here in Heauen. Thus the meditation of this Doctrine yeeldeth good Comfort against temporall afflictions. and now remains for him nothing, but the full reward of his godliness Here in Heaven. Thus the meditation of this Doctrine yields good Comfort against temporal afflictions. cc av vvz p-acp pno31 pix, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 av p-acp n1. av dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz j n1 p-acp j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 323
3638 Here is yet a third Comfort, and that of the three the greatest, vnto the Godly; Here is yet a third Comfort, and that of the three the greatest, unto the Godly; av vbz av dt ord n1, cc d pp-f dt crd dt js, p-acp dt j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 323
3639 in the firme assurance of their Eternall reward. It is one of the Reasons, why God temporally rewardeth the vnsound obedience of naturall, carnall and vnregenerate men; in the firm assurance of their Eternal reward. It is one of the Reasons, why God temporally Rewardeth the unsound Obedience of natural, carnal and unregenerate men; p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 j n1. pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt n2, c-crq np1 av-j vvz dt j n1 pp-f j, j cc j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 323
3640 euen to giue his faithfull seruants vndoubted assurance, that hee will in no wise forget their true and sound and sincere obedience. even to give his faithful Servants undoubted assurance, that he will in no wise forget their true and found and sincere Obedience. av pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 j n1, cst pns31 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi po32 j cc j cc j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 323
3641 Doth God reward Ahabs temporary Humiliation? and will he not much more reward thy hearty and vnfained repentance? Haue the Hypocrites their reward? and canst thou doubt of thine? This was the very ground of all that comfort, wherewith the Prodigall sonne sustained his heart and hope; Does God reward Ahabs temporary Humiliation? and will he not much more reward thy hearty and unfeigned Repentance? Have the Hypocrites their reward? and Canst thou doubt of thine? This was the very ground of all that Comfort, wherewith the Prodigal son sustained his heart and hope; vdz np1 vvi n2 j n1? cc vmb pns31 xx av-d av-dc vvi po21 j cc j n1? vhb dt n2 po32 n1? cc vm2 pns21 vvi pp-f png21? d vbds dt j n1 pp-f d cst n1, c-crq dt j-jn n1 vvd po31 n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 323
3642 when he thus discoursed to his owne soule: when he thus discoursed to his own soul: c-crq pns31 av vvd p-acp po31 d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 323
3643 If all the hired seruants which are in my Fathers house haue bread enough and to spare ; If all the hired Servants which Are in my Father's house have bred enough and to spare; cs d dt vvn n2 r-crq vbr p-acp po11 ng1 n1 vhb n1 av-d cc pc-acp vvi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 323
3644 surely my Father will neuer be so vnmindefull of men, who am his Sonne, though too too vnworthy of that name, surely my Father will never be so unmindful of men, who am his Son, though too too unworthy of that name, av-j po11 n1 vmb av-x vbi av j pp-f n2, r-crq vbm po31 n1, c-acp av av j pp-f d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 323
3645 as to let me perish for hunger. Euery temporall blessing bestowed vpon the wicked, ought to bee of the childe of God entertained as a fresh assurance giuen him of his euerlasting reward hereafter. as to let me perish for hunger. Every temporal blessing bestowed upon the wicked, ought to be of the child of God entertained as a fresh assurance given him of his everlasting reward hereafter. c-acp pc-acp vvi pno11 vvb p-acp n1. d j n1 vvn p-acp dt j, pi pc-acp vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt j n1 vvn pno31 pp-f po31 j n1 av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 323
3646 Abraham gaue guifts to the sonnes of his Concubines; and sent them away: Abraham gave Gifts to the Sons of his Concubines; and sent them away: np1 vvd n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 ng1; cc vvd pno32 av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 323
3647 but his onely sonne Isaac he kept with him, and gaue him all that he had. Right so, God giueth temporall gifts to Hypocrites and Castawaies, who are bastards, and not sonnes; (not sonnes of the freewoman, not sons of promise, not borne after the spirit: ) and that is their portion ; but his only son Isaac he kept with him, and gave him all that he had. Right so, God gives temporal Gifts to Hypocrites and Castaways, who Are bastards, and not Sons; (not Sons of the freewoman, not Sons of promise, not born After the Spirit:) and that is their portion; cc-acp po31 j n1 np1 pns31 vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31 d cst pns31 vhd. av-jn av, np1 vvz j n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr n2, cc xx n2; (xx n1 pp-f dt n1, xx n2 pp-f vvb, xx vvn p-acp dt n1:) cc d vbz po32 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 324
3648 when they haue gotten that, they haue gotten all they are like to haue, there is no more to be looked for at his hands. But as for the inheritance ; when they have got that, they have got all they Are like to have, there is no more to be looked for At his hands. But as for the inheritance; c-crq pns32 vhb vvn d, pns32 vhb vvn d pns32 vbr j pc-acp vhi, pc-acp vbz dx dc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp po31 n2. cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 324
3649 he reserueth that for his deare Children, the Godly, who are borne after the spirit, and heyres according vnto promise: on these hee bestoweth all that euer hee hath, ( all things are theirs;) for on them hee bestoweth his Sonne the heire of all things, in whom are hid all the treasures of all good things, he reserveth that for his deer Children, the Godly, who Are born After the Spirit, and Heirs according unto promise: on these he bestoweth all that ever he hath, (all things Are theirs;) for on them he bestoweth his Son the heir of all things, in whom Are hid all the treasures of all good things, pns31 vvz cst p-acp po31 j-jn n2, dt j, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n2 vvg p-acp n1: p-acp d pns31 vvz d cst av pns31 vhz, (d n2 vbr png32;) p-acp p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp ro-crq vbr vvn d dt n2 pp-f d j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 324
3650 and together with whom all other things are conueied and made ouer vnto them, as accessories and appurtenances of him; and together with whom all other things Are conveyed and made over unto them, as accessories and appurtenances of him; cc av p-acp ro-crq d j-jn n2 vbr vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp pno32, c-acp n2-jn cc n2 pp-f pno31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 324
3651 and on them he bestoweth himselfe, who is all in all, in whose presence is fulnesse of ioy, and on them he bestoweth himself, who is all in all, in whose presence is fullness of joy, cc p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz px31, r-crq vbz d p-acp d, p-acp rg-crq n1 vbz n1 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 324
3652 and at whose right hand there are pleasures for euermore. and At whose right hand there Are pleasures for evermore. cc p-acp rg-crq j-jn n1 pc-acp vbr n2 p-acp av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 324
3653 To which ioy vnspeakable and glorious, O thou the Father of mercies, who hast promised it vnto vs, bring vs in the end, To which joy unspeakable and glorious, Oh thou the Father of Mercies, who hast promised it unto us, bring us in the end, p-acp r-crq n1 j-u cc j, uh pns21 dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vvb vvd pn31 p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 324
3654 for thy deare Sonnes sake Iesus Christ, who hath purchased it for vs, and giuen into our hearts the earnest of his and thy holy Spirit to seale it vnto vs. To which blessed Sonne, and holy Spirit, together with thee O Father, thee persons and one onely wise, gracious, glorious, almighty and eternall Lord God; for thy deer Sons sake Iesus christ, who hath purchased it for us, and given into our hearts the earnest of his and thy holy Spirit to seal it unto us To which blessed Son, and holy Spirit, together with thee Oh Father, thee Persons and one only wise, gracious, glorious, almighty and Eternal Lord God; p-acp po21 j-jn n2 n1 np1 np1, r-crq vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno12, cc vvn p-acp po12 n2 dt n1 pp-f png31 cc po21 j n1 p-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno12 p-acp r-crq j-vvn n1, cc j n1, av p-acp pno21 uh n1, pno21 n2 cc crd j j, j, j, j-jn cc j n1 np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 324
3655 bee ascribed by vs, and all thy faithfull people throughout the world, the whole kingdome, power and glory, for euer and euer. Amen. Amen. be ascribed by us, and all thy faithful people throughout the world, the Whole Kingdom, power and glory, for ever and ever. Amen. Amen. vbb vvn p-acp pno12, cc d po21 j n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j-jn n1, n1 cc n1, c-acp av cc av. uh-n. uh-n. (13) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 324
3656 THE SECOND SERMON. 3 KINGS 21.29. — because hee humbleth himselfe before mee, I will not bring the euill in his dayes: — THE SECOND SERMON. 3 KINGS 21.29. — Because he Humbleth himself before me, I will not bring the evil in his days: — dt ord n1. crd n2 crd. — p-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2: — (14) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 325
3657 I Will not so farre either distrust your memories, or straiten my selfe of time for the deliuery of what I am now purposed to speake; I Will not so Far either distrust your memories, or straiten my self of time for the delivery of what I am now purposed to speak; pns11 vmb xx av av-j av-d vvi po22 n2, cc vvn po11 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns11 vbm av vvn pc-acp vvi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 325
3658 as to make any repetition of the particulars which were obserued the last time from the consideration of Ahabs person and condition, (who was but an Hypocrite,) taken ioyntly with his present carriage, together with the occasion and successe thereof. as to make any repetition of the particulars which were observed the last time from the consideration of Ahabs person and condition, (who was but an Hypocrite,) taken jointly with his present carriage, together with the occasion and success thereof. c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n2-j r-crq vbdr vvn dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz n1 cc n1, (r-crq vbds p-acp dt n1,) vvn av-j p-acp po31 j n1, av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 325
3659 He was humbled: it was the voyce of God by his Prophet that humbled him: vpon his humbling God adiourneth his punishment. He was humbled: it was the voice of God by his Prophet that humbled him: upon his humbling God adjourneth his punishment. pns31 vbds vvn: pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 cst vvd pno31: p-acp po31 vvg n1 vvz po31 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 325
3660 From all which was noted, 1. that there might bee euen in Hypocrites an outward formall humiliation; From all which was noted, 1. that there might be even in Hypocrites an outward formal humiliation; p-acp d r-crq vbds vvn, crd d pc-acp vmd vbi av p-acp n2 dt j j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 325
3661 2. the power and efficacy of the word of God, able to humble an oppressing Ahab ; 2. the power and efficacy of the word of God, able to humble an oppressing Ahab; crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, j pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 325
3662 3. the boundlesse mercy of God, in not suffering the outward formall Humiliation of an vngodly Hypocrite to passe altogether vnrewarded. All this the last time; 3. the boundless mercy of God, in not suffering the outward formal Humiliation of an ungodly Hypocrite to pass altogether unrewarded. All this the last time; crd dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp xx vvg dt j j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av j. av-d d dt ord n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 326
3663 by occasion of those first clauses in the verse, [ Seest thou how Ahab humbleth himselfe before mee? because he humbleth himselfe before mee, I will not — ]. by occasion of those First clauses in the verse, [ See thou how Ahab Humbleth himself before me? Because he Humbleth himself before me, I will not — ]. p-acp n1 pp-f d ord n2 p-acp dt n1, [ vv2 pns21 c-crq np1 vvz px31 p-acp pno11? c-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb xx — ]. (14) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 326
3664 Wee are now next to consider of the great Fauour, which it pleased God to shew to Ahab vpon his humiliation; we Are now next to Consider of the great Favour, which it pleased God to show to Ahab upon his humiliation; pns12 vbr av ord p-acp vvi pp-f dt j n1, r-crq pn31 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 326
3665 what it was, and wherein it consisted. It was the Remoueall, at least for a time; what it was, and wherein it consisted. It was the Removal, At least for a time; q-crq pn31 vbds, cc c-crq pn31 vvd. pn31 vbds dt n1, p-acp ds p-acp dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 326
3666 that is, the suspension of an heauy Iudgement denounced against Ahab and his house most deseruedly for his bloudy and execrable oppression; that is, the suspension of an heavy Judgement denounced against Ahab and his house most deservedly for his bloody and execrable oppression; d vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 av-ds av-vvn p-acp po31 j cc j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 326
3667 [ Because hee humbleth himselfe before mee, I will not bring the euill in his dayes. ] [ Because he Humbleth himself before me, I will not bring the evil in his days. ] [ c-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2. ] (14) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 326
3668 The Euill which God now promiseth hee will not bring, [ I will not bring the euill in his dayes ; The Evil which God now promises he will not bring, [ I will not bring the evil in his days; dt j-jn r-crq np1 av vvz pns31 vmb xx vvi, [ pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 ng1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 326
3669 ] is that which in verse 21. hee had threatned, hee would bring vpon Ahab and vpon his house, [ Behold I will bring euill vpon thee, •nd will take away thy posterity, ] is that which in verse 21. he had threatened, he would bring upon Ahab and upon his house, [ Behold I will bring evil upon thee, •nd will take away thy posterity, ] vbz d r-crq p-acp n1 crd pns31 vhd vvn, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1 cc p-acp po31 n1, [ vvb pns11 vmb vvi j-jn p-acp pno21, n1 vmb vvi av po21 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 326
3670 and will cut off from Ahab him that pisseth against the wall, and him that is shut vp and left in Israel; and will Cut off from Ahab him that pisseth against the wall, and him that is shut up and left in Israel; cc vmb vvi a-acp p-acp np1 pno31 d vvz p-acp dt n1, cc pno31 cst vbz vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 326
3671 and will make thy house like the house of Ieroboam the sonne of Nebat, and like the house of Be•sha the sonne of Ahijah, and will make thy house like the house of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, and like the house of Be•sha the son of Ahijah, cc vmb vvi po21 n1 av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f fw-la, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 326
3672 for the prouocation wherewith thou hast prouoked mee to anger, and made Israel to sinne. ] A great Iudgement, and an hea•y: for the provocation wherewith thou hast provoked me to anger, and made Israel to sin. ] A great Judgement, and an hea•y: p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi, cc vvd np1 p-acp n1. ] dt j n1, cc dt n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 326
3673 but the greater the iudgement is, when it is deserued, and threatned; the greater the mercy is, if it be afterwards forborne: as some of this was. but the greater the judgement is, when it is deserved, and threatened; the greater the mercy is, if it be afterwards forborn: as Some of this was. cc-acp dt jc dt n1 vbz, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cc vvd; dt jc dt n1 vbz, cs pn31 vbb av vvn: c-acp d pp-f d vbds. (14) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 326
3674 But whatsoeuer becommeth of the iudgement ; here wee see is mercy good store. But whatsoever becomes of the judgement; Here we see is mercy good store. p-acp r-crq vvz pp-f dt n1; av pns12 vvb vbz n1 j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 326
3675 God who is rich in mercy, and delighteth to be stiled the God of mercies, and the Father of mercies, abundantly manifesteth his mercy in dealing thus graciously with one that deserued it so little. God who is rich in mercy, and delights to be styled the God of Mercies, and the Father of Mercies, abundantly manifesteth his mercy in dealing thus graciously with one that deserved it so little. np1 r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, cc vvz pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, av-j vvz po31 n1 p-acp vvg av av-j p-acp pi cst vvd pn31 av av-j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 327
3676 Here is mercy, in but threatning the punishment, when hee might haue inflicted it; and more mercy, in not inflicting the punishment, when hee had threatned it. Here is mercy, in but threatening the punishment, when he might have inflicted it; and more mercy, in not inflicting the punishment, when he had threatened it. av vbz n1, p-acp p-acp vvg dt n1, c-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn pn31; cc av-dc n1, p-acp xx vvg dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 327
3677 Here is mercy first, in suspending the Punishment, [ I will not bring the Euill: Here is mercy First, in suspending the Punishment, [ I will not bring the Evil: av vbz n1 ord, p-acp vvg dt n1, [ pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 327
3678 ] and mercy againe, in suspending it for so long a time, [ I will not bring the euill in his dayes. ] and mercy again, in suspending it for so long a time, [ I will not bring the evil in his days. ] cc n1 av, p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp av av-j dt n1, [ pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 327
3679 ] Of these two points wee shall entreate at this time: and first and principally, of the former. ] Of these two points we shall entreat At this time: and First and principally, of the former. ] pp-f d crd n2 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1: cc ord cc av-j, pp-f dt j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 327
3680 I will not bring the euill. I will not bring the evil. pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 327
3681 ] It is no new thing to them, that haue read the sacred stories with obseruation, to see God, ] It is no new thing to them, that have read the sacred stories with observation, to see God, ] pn31 vbz dx j n1 p-acp pno32, cst vhb vvn dt j n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 327
3682 when men are humbled at his threatnings, to reuoke them. NONLATINALPHABET, saith Chrysostome more than once: this is euer Gods manner; when men Are humbled At his threatenings, to revoke them., Says Chrysostom more than once: this is ever God's manner; c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n2-vvg, p-acp vvi pno32., vvz np1 av-dc cs a-acp: d vbz av ng1 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 327
3683 when men change their deeds, to change his doome ; when they renounce their sinners, to recall his sentence; when men change their Deeds, to change his doom; when they renounce their Sinners, to Recall his sentence; c-crq n2 vvb po32 n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1; c-crq pns32 vvb po32 n2, p-acp vvb po31 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 327
3684 when they repent of the euill they haue done against him, to repent of the euill hee had said hee would doe against them. Search the Scriptures; when they Repent of the evil they have done against him, to Repent of the evil he had said he would do against them. Search the Scriptures; c-crq pns32 vvb pp-f dt n-jn pns32 vhb vdn p-acp pno31, p-acp vvi pp-f dt n-jn pns31 vhd vvn pns31 vmd vdi p-acp pno32. vvb dt n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 327
3685 and say if things runne not thus, as in the most ordinary course: God commandeth, and man disobeyeth; Man disobeyeth, and God threatneth; God threatneth, and Man repenteth; and say if things run not thus, as in the most ordinary course: God commands, and man disobeyeth; Man disobeyeth, and God threatens; God threatens, and Man Repenteth; cc vvb cs n2 vvb xx av, c-acp p-acp dt av-ds j n1: np1 vvz, cc n1 vvz; n1 vvz, cc np1 vvz; np1 vvz, cc n1 vvz; (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 327
3686 Man repenteth, and God forbeareth. Abimelech, thou art but a dead man, because of the woman which thou hast taken! Man Repenteth, and God forbeareth. Abimelech, thou art but a dead man, Because of the woman which thou hast taken! n1 vvz, cc np1 vvz. np1, pns21 vb2r p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn! (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 327
3687 but Abimelech restoreth the Prophet his wife vntouched; and God spareth him, and hee dyeth not. but Abimelech restoreth the Prophet his wife untouched; and God spares him, and he Dies not. p-acp np1 vvz dt n1 po31 n1 j-vvn-u; cc np1 vvz pno31, cc pns31 vvz xx. (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 327
3688 Hezekiah, make thy will, and put thine house in order, for thou shalt dye, and not liue ! Hezekiah, make thy will, and put thine house in order, for thou shalt die, and not live! np1, vvb po21 n1, cc vvb po21 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi, cc xx vvi! (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 327
3689 but Hezekiah turneth to the wall, and prayeth, and weepeth ; and God addeth to his dayes fifteene yeeres. Nineueh, prepare for desolation; but Hezekiah turns to the wall, and Prayeth, and weeps; and God adds to his days fifteene Years. Nineveh, prepare for desolation; p-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz, cc vvz; cc np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2 crd n2. np1, vvb p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 328
3690 for now but forty dayes, and Nineueh shall bee destroyed ! But Nineueh fasted, and prayed, and repented ; for now but forty days, and Nineveh shall be destroyed! But Nineveh fasted, and prayed, and repented; c-acp av p-acp crd n2, cc np1 vmb vbi vvn! p-acp np1 vvd, cc vvd, cc vvd; (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 328
3691 and Nineueh stood after that more than fortie yeares twice told. Generally, God neuer yet threatned any punishment vpon person or place: and Nineveh stood After that more than fortie Years twice told. Generally, God never yet threatened any punishment upon person or place: cc np1 vvd p-acp d dc cs crd n2 av vvn. np1, np1 av-x av vvd d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 328
3692 but if they repented, hee either with-held it, or deferred it, or abated it, or sweetened it to them; but if they repented, he either withheld it, or deferred it, or abated it, or sweetened it to them; cc-acp cs pns32 vvd, pns31 d vvn pn31, cc vvn pn31, cc vvn pn31, cc vvn pn31 p-acp pno32; (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 328
3693 for the most part proportionably to the truth and measure of their repentance, but howsoeuer alwayes so farre forth as in his infinite wisedome hee hath thought good: for the most part proportionably to the truth and measure of their Repentance, but howsoever always so Far forth as in his infinite Wisdom he hath Thought good: c-acp dt av-ds n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc-acp c-acp av av av-j av c-acp p-acp po31 j n1 pns31 vhz vvn j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 328
3694 some way or other, he euer remitted somewhat of that seuerity and rigour, wherin he threatned it. Some Way or other, he ever remitted somewhat of that severity and rigour, wherein he threatened it. d n1 cc n-jn, pns31 av vvn av pp-f d n1 cc n1, c-crq pns31 vvd pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 328
3695 A course, which God hath in some sort bound himselfe vnto, and which hee often and openly professeth hee will hold. Two remarkeable testimonies (among sundry other) shall suffice vs to haue proposed at this time, A course, which God hath in Some sort bound himself unto, and which he often and openly Professes he will hold. Two remarkable testimonies (among sundry other) shall suffice us to have proposed At this time, dt n1, r-crq np1 vhz p-acp d n1 vvn px31 p-acp, cc r-crq pns31 av cc av-j vvz pns31 vmb vvi. crd j n2 (p-acp j n-jn) vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 328
3696 for the cleare and full euidencing hereof. The one in Ierem. 18.7.8. for the clear and full evidencing hereof. The one in Jeremiah 18.7.8. p-acp dt j cc j n-vvg av. dt crd p-acp np1 crd. (14) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 328
3697 [ At what instant I shall speake concerning a nation and concerning a kingdome, to plucke vp, [ At what instant I shall speak Concerning a Nation and Concerning a Kingdom, to pluck up, [ p-acp r-crq j-jn pns11 vmb vvi vvg dt n1 cc vvg dt n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp, (14) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 328
3698 and to pull downe, and to destroy; and to pull down, and to destroy; cc pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 328
3699 If that nation against whom I haue pronounced turne from their euill, I will repent of the euill that I thought to doe vnto them. If that Nation against whom I have pronounced turn from their evil, I will Repent of the evil that I Thought to do unto them. cs d n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn n1 p-acp po32 n-jn, pns11 vmb vvi pp-f dt n-jn cst pns11 vvd pc-acp vdi p-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 328
3700 ] The other in Ezek. 33.13.14 [ When I say to the wicked, thou shalt surely dye; ] The other in Ezekiel 33.13.14 [ When I say to the wicked, thou shalt surely die; ] dt n-jn p-acp np1 crd [ c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt j, pns21 vm2 av-j vvi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 328
3701 if hee turne from his sinne, and doe that which is lawfull and right, If the wicked restore the pledge, giue againe that hee hath robbed, walke in the statutes of life without committing iniquity; if he turn from his sin, and do that which is lawful and right, If the wicked restore the pledge, give again that he hath robbed, walk in the statutes of life without committing iniquity; cs pns31 vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc vdb d r-crq vbz j cc j-jn, cs dt j vvi dt n1, vvb av cst pns31 vhz vvn, vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 328
3702 he shall surely liue, he shall not dye. ] And euery where in the Prophets, after Denunciations of iudgement follow exhortations to Repentance: he shall surely live, he shall not die. ] And every where in the prophets, After Denunciations of judgement follow exhortations to Repentance: pns31 vmb av-j vvi, pns31 vmb xx vvi. ] cc d c-crq p-acp dt n2, c-acp n2 pp-f n1 vvb n2 p-acp n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 329
3703 which were bootelesse, if Repentance should not either preuent them, or adiourne them, or lessen them. which were bootless, if Repentance should not either prevent them, or adjourn them, or lessen them. r-crq vbdr j, cs n1 vmd xx d vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 329
3704 You see God both practiseth and professeth this course: You see God both Practiseth and Professes this course: pn22 vvb np1 d vvz cc vvz d n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 329
3705 neither of which can seeme strange to vs, if we duely consider, either his readines to shew mercy, neither of which can seem strange to us, if we duly Consider, either his readiness to show mercy, av-d pp-f r-crq vmb vvi j p-acp pno12, cs pns12 av-jn vvi, d po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 329
3706 or the true End of his threatnings. We haue partly already touched at the greatnesse of his mercie. or the true End of his threatenings. We have partly already touched At the greatness of his mercy. cc dt j vvb pp-f po31 n2-vvg. pns12 vhb av av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 329
3707 To shew compassion, & to forgiue, that is the thing wherein he most of all delighteth; To show compassion, & to forgive, that is the thing wherein he most of all delights; p-acp vvb n1, cc p-acp vvb, cst vbz dt n1 c-crq pns31 ds pp-f d vvz; (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 329
3708 and therfore he doth arripere ansam, take all aduantages as it were, and lay hold on euery occasion to do that: and Therefore he does arripere ansam, take all advantages as it were, and lay hold on every occasion to do that: cc av pns31 vdz fw-la n1, vvb d n2 c-acp pn31 vbdr, cc vvd n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vdi d: (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 329
3709 but to punish, and take vengeance is opus alienum, as some expound that in Esay 28. his strange worke, his strange act, a thing he taketh no pleasure in. but to Punish, and take vengeance is opus Alienum, as Some expound that in Isaiah 28. his strange work, his strange act, a thing he Takes no pleasure in. cc-acp p-acp vvi, cc vvb n1 vbz fw-la fw-la, p-acp d vvb cst p-acp np1 crd po31 j n1, po31 j n1, dt n1 pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp. (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 329
3710 Vivo, nolo-in Ezek. 33. As I liue saith the Lord God, I haue no pleasure in the death of the wicked, &c. As the Bee laboureth busily all the day long, Vivo, nolo-in Ezekiel 33. As I live Says the Lord God, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, etc. As the be Laboureth busily all the day long, fw-la, j np1 crd c-acp pns11 vvb vvz dt n1 np1, pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, av p-acp dt vbb vvz av-j d dt n1 av-j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 329
3711 and seeketh to euery flower and to euery weede for Hony ▪ but stingeth not once, vnlesse shee be ill prouoked : and seeks to every flower and to every weed for Honey ▪ but stingeth not once, unless she be ill provoked: cc vvz p-acp d n1 cc p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 ▪ cc-acp vvz xx a-acp, cs pns31 vbb j-jn vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 329
3712 so God bestirreth himselfe, and his bowells yearne within him, to shew compassion, [ O Ephraim what shall I doe vnto thee? O Indah, so God bestirreth himself, and his bowels yearn within him, to show compassion, [ Oh Ephraim what shall I do unto thee? O India, av np1 vvz px31, cc po31 n2 vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi n1, [ uh np1 q-crq vmb pns11 vdi p-acp pno21? sy np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 329
3713 how shall I entreate thee ? Why will yee dye, O yee house of Israel ? Runne to and fro through the streetes of Ierusalem, how shall I entreat thee? Why will ye die, Oh ye house of Israel? Run to and from through the streets of Ierusalem, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21? q-crq vmb pn22 vvi, uh pn22 n1 pp-f np1? vvb p-acp cc av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 329
3714 and seeke if you can find a man, but a man, that I may pardon it. and seek if you can find a man, but a man, that I may pardon it. cc vvb cs pn22 vmb vvi dt n1, p-acp dt n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 329
3715 ] But vengeance commeth on heauily and vnwillingly, and draweth a sigh from him [ Heu consolabor! Ah I must, I see there is no remedy, I must ease me of mine aduersaries, ] But vengeance comes on heavily and unwillingly, and draws a sighs from him [ Heu consolabor! Ah I must, I see there is no remedy, I must ease me of mine Adversaries, ] cc-acp n1 vvz a-acp av-j cc av-j, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31 [ fw-la fw-la! uh pns11 vmb, pns11 vvb a-acp vbz dx n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno11 pp-f po11 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 330
3716 and be auenged of mine enemies ; and be avenged of mine enemies; cc vbi vvn pp-f po11 ng1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 330
3717 Oh Ierusalem, Ierusalem, that killest the Prophets — how oft would I &c. How shall I giue thee vp Ephraim? — my heart is turned within me; my repentings are kindled together. O Ierusalem, Ierusalem, that Killest the prophets — how oft would I etc. How shall I give thee up Ephraim? — my heart is turned within me; my repentings Are kindled together. uh np1, np1, cst vv2 dt n2 — q-crq av vmd pns11 av c-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21 p-acp np1? — po11 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11; po11 n2-vvg vbr vvn av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 330
3718 ] So is our God slow to anger, and loath to strike Quique dolet quoties cogitur esse ferox : ] So is our God slow to anger, and loath to strike Quique Dolet How often cogitur esse ferox: ] av vbz po12 n1 j pc-acp vvi, cc j pc-acp vvi np1 n1 n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la: (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 330
3719 but plenteous in mercy, as Dauid describeth him in Psal. 103. Neuer was man truely and inwardly humbled, but plenteous in mercy, as David Describeth him in Psalm 103. Never was man truly and inwardly humbled, cc-acp j p-acp n1, p-acp np1 vvz pno31 p-acp np1 crd av-x vbds n1 av-j cc av-j vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 330
3720 but God in the riches of his speciall mercy, truely pardoned him: but God in the riches of his special mercy, truly pardoned him: cc-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1, av-j vvn pno31: (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 330
3721 neuer was man so much as but outwardly humbled, as Ahab here, but God in his common and generall mercy, more or lesse forbare him. never was man so much as but outwardly humbled, as Ahab Here, but God in his Common and general mercy, more or less forbore him. av-x vbds n1 av av-d c-acp cc-acp av-j vvn, c-acp np1 av, cc-acp np1 p-acp po31 j cc j n1, dc cc av-dc vvd pno31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 330
3722 Secondly, the end of Gods threatnings also confirmeth this point. Secondly, the end of God's threatenings also confirmeth this point. ord, dt n1 pp-f n2 n2-vvg av vvz d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 330
3723 For doth he threaten euill thinke yee, because he is resolued to inflict it? Nothing lesse: For does he threaten evil think ye, Because he is resolved to inflict it? Nothing less: p-acp vdz pns31 vvi j-jn vvi pn22, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvb pn31? pix av-dc: (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 330
3724 rather to the contrary, he therefore threateneth it, that wee by our repentance may preuent it, rather to the contrary, he Therefore threateneth it, that we by our Repentance may prevent it, av p-acp dt n-jn, pns31 av vvz pn31, cst pns12 p-acp po12 n1 vmb vvi pn31, (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 330
3725 and so hee may not inflict it. and so he may not inflict it. cc av pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 330
3726 NONLATINALPHABET, saith Saint Chrysostome: he foretelleth what he will bring vpon vs, for this very purpose, that he may not bring it vpon vs; , Says Saint Chrysostom: he foretelleth what he will bring upon us, for this very purpose, that he may not bring it upon us; , vvz n1 np1: pns31 vvz r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, c-acp d j n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31 p-acp pno12; (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 330
3727 & warneth before he striketh, to make vs carefull to auoyde the stroke. & warneth before he striketh, to make us careful to avoid the stroke. cc vvz c-acp pns31 vvz, pc-acp vvi pno12 j pc-acp vvi dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 330
3728 In the ancient Romane state & discipline, the manner was, before they made warre vpon any people, In the ancient Roman state & discipline, the manner was, before they made war upon any people, p-acp dt j jp n1 cc n1, dt n1 vbds, c-acp pns32 vvd n1 p-acp d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 330
3729 first to send Heralds to proclaime it, ( Bellum indicere, no inferrent, ) to the end that if they would make their peace by submission, they might preuent the warre; First to send Heralds to proclaim it, (Bellum indicere, no inferrent,) to the end that if they would make their peace by submission, they might prevent the war; ord pc-acp vvi ng1 p-acp vvi pn31, (np1 fw-la, uh-dx fw-la,) p-acp dt n1 cst cs pns32 vmd vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vmd vvi dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 330
3730 nor so onely, but be written also in al•o amicorum, enrolled as their friends and confederates. nor so only, but be written also in al•o amicorum, enrolled as their Friends and confederates. ccx av av-j, cc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp fw-la fw-la, vvn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 330
3731 So God sendeth his Heralds the Prophets, to threaten vengeance against sinners: So God sends his Heralds the prophets, to threaten vengeance against Sinners: av np1 vvz po31 n2 dt n2, p-acp vvb n1 p-acp n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 331
3732 not thereby to driue them from hope of mercy, but to draw them to repentance and humiliation; not thereby to driven them from hope of mercy, but to draw them to Repentance and humiliation; xx av p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 331
3733 whereby they may not onely turne away the vengeance threatned, but also (if they performe them vnfainedly and with vpright hearts) interest themselues farther in his fauour and loue. whereby they may not only turn away the vengeance threatened, but also (if they perform them unfeignedly and with upright hearts) Interest themselves farther in his favour and love. c-crq pns32 vmb xx av-j vvb av dt n1 vvd, cc-acp av (cs pns32 vvb pno32 av-j cc p-acp av-j n2) n1 px32 jc p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 331
3734 Nor is it to be accounted among the least of Gods mercies, when he might in his just displeasure ouerwhelme vs in the very act of our sinnes, Nor is it to be accounted among the least of God's Mercies, when he might in his just displeasure overwhelm us in the very act of our Sins, ccx vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt ds pp-f npg1 n2, c-crq pns31 vmd p-acp po31 j n1 vvi pno12 p-acp dt j vvi pp-f po12 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 331
3735 as Zimri and Cosbi were runne thorough in the very act of filthinesse; as Zimri and Cozbi were run through in the very act of filthiness; c-acp np1 cc np1 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 331
3736 and as Vzzah, and Ananias and Sapphira, and some few others whom God picked out to shew exemplary iudgement vpon, were strucken dead vpon the sudden for their transgressions: and as Uzzah, and Ananias and Sapphira, and Some few Others whom God picked out to show exemplary judgement upon, were strucken dead upon the sudden for their transgressions: cc c-acp np1, cc np1 cc np1, cc d d n2-jn r-crq np1 vvd av pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp, vbdr vvn j p-acp dt j p-acp po32 n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 331
3737 When God might in iustice deale with the same rigour against vs all; When God might in Justice deal with the same rigour against us all; c-crq np1 vmd p-acp n1 vvi p-acp dt d n1 p-acp pno12 d; (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 331
3738 I say it is not the least of his mercies, that he forbeareth and forewarneth and foretelleth and threatneth vs before he punish; I say it is not the least of his Mercies, that he forbeareth and forewarneth and foretelleth and threatens us before he Punish; pns11 vvb pn31 vbz xx dt ds pp-f po31 n2, cst pns31 vvz cc vvz cc vvz cc vvz pno12 c-acp pns31 vvb; (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 331
3739 that if we will take any warning, he may do better to vs than he hath said, that if we will take any warning, he may do better to us than he hath said, cst cs pns12 vmb vvi d n1, pns31 vmb vdi av-jc p-acp pno12 cs pns31 vhz vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 331
3740 and not bring vpon vs what he hath threatned. A point very Vsefull, and Comfortable : if it be not derogatory to Gods truth. Let vs therfore first cleare that; and not bring upon us what he hath threatened. A point very Useful, and Comfortable: if it be not derogatory to God's truth. Let us Therefore First clear that; cc xx vvi p-acp pno12 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. dt n1 j j, cc j: cs pn31 vbb xx n1 p-acp npg1 n1. vvb pno12 av ord vvi d; (14) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 331
3741 and then proceede to the vses. and then proceed to the uses. cc av vvb p-acp dt n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 331
3742 If God thus reuoke his threatnings, it seemeth he either before meant not what he spake, when he threatned ; If God thus revoke his threatenings, it seems he either before meant not what he spoke, when he threatened; cs np1 av vvi po31 n2-vvg, pn31 vvz pns31 d p-acp vvd xx r-crq pns31 vvd, c-crq pns31 j-vvn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 331
3743 or else after when he reuoketh, repenteth of what he meant: either of which to imagine, far be it from euery Christian heart; or Else After when he revoketh, Repenteth of what he meant: either of which to imagine, Far be it from every Christian heart; cc av c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, vvz pp-f r-crq pns31 vvd: av-d pp-f r-crq pc-acp vvi, av-j vbb pn31 p-acp d njp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 331
3744 since the one maketh God a dissembler, the other a changeling, the one chargeth him with falshood, the other with lightnesse. And yet the Scriptures sometimes speake of God, since the one makes God a dissembler, the other a changeling, the one charges him with falsehood, the other with lightness. And yet the Scriptures sometime speak of God, c-acp dt pi vvz np1 dt n1, dt j-jn dt n1, dt pi vvz pno31 p-acp n1, dt j-jn p-acp n1. cc av dt n2 av vvi pp-f np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3745 as if he grieued for what he did, or repented of what he spake, or altered what he had purposed: as if he grieved for what he did, or repented of what he spoke, or altered what he had purposed: c-acp cs pns31 j-vvn p-acp r-crq pns31 vdd, cc vvd pp-f r-crq pns31 vvd, cc vvn r-crq pns31 vhd vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3746 and for the most part, such like affections are giuen him in such places, as endeauour to set forth to the most life his great mercy and kindnesse to sinfull mankind. and for the most part, such like affections Are given him in such places, as endeavour to Set forth to the most life his great mercy and kindness to sinful mankind. cc p-acp dt av-ds n1, d j n2 vbr vvn pno31 p-acp d n2, c-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt av-ds n1 po31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3747 We all know, we cannot indeede giue God any greater glory than the glory of his mercy : We all know, we cannot indeed give God any greater glory than the glory of his mercy: pns12 d vvb, pns12 vmbx av vvi np1 d jc n1 cs dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3748 yet must know withall, that God is not so needy of meanes to worke out his owne glory, yet must know withal, that God is not so needy of means to work out his own glory, av vmb vvi av, cst np1 vbz xx av j pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi av po31 d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3749 as that he should be forced to redeeme the glory of his mercy, with the forfeiture either of his Truth or Stedfastnesse. We are therefore to lay this as a firme ground and infallible, that our God is both truely Vnchangeable, and vnchangeably True. The strength of Israel is not as man, that hee should lye, as that he should be forced to Redeem the glory of his mercy, with the forfeiture either of his Truth or Steadfastness. We Are Therefore to lay this as a firm ground and infallible, that our God is both truly Unchangeable, and unchangeably True. The strength of Israel is not as man, that he should lie, c-acp cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi d c-acp dt j n1 cc j, cst po12 n1 vbz av-d av-j j-u, cc av-j j. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3750 nor as the sonne of man, that hee should repent : nor as the son of man, that he should Repent: ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi: (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3751 his words are not Yea and Nay, neither doth hee vse lightnesse. But his words are Yea and Amen ; his words Are not Yea and Nay, neither does he use lightness. But his words Are Yea and Amen; po31 n2 vbr xx uh cc uh-x, d vdz pns31 vvi n1. p-acp po31 n2 vbr uh cc uh-n; (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3752 and himselfe yesterday and to day and the same for euer : Heauen and Earth may passe away, yea shall passe away; and himself yesterday and to day and the same for ever: Heaven and Earth may pass away, yea shall pass away; cc px31 av-an cc p-acp n1 cc dt d p-acp av: n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, uh vmb vvi av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3753 but not the least tittle of Gods words shall passe away vnfulfilled: They may waxe old as a garment, and as a vesture shall hee change them, and they shall bee changed; but not the least tittle of God's words shall pass away unfulfilled: They may wax old as a garment, and as a vesture shall he change them, and they shall be changed; cc-acp xx dt ds j pp-f npg1 n2 vmb vvi av vvn: pns32 vmb vvi j c-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vmb pns31 vvi pno32, cc pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3754 but he is the same, and his yeares faile not: but he is the same, and his Years fail not: cc-acp pns31 vbz dt d, cc po31 n2 vvb xx: (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3755 neither doe his purposes faile, nor his promises faile, nor his threatnings faile, nor any of his words faile. neither doe his Purposes fail, nor his promises fail, nor his threatenings fail, nor any of his words fail. dx n1 po31 n2 vvi, ccx po31 vvz vvi, ccx po31 n2-vvg vvb, ccx d pp-f po31 n2 vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3756 Let Heauen, and Earth, and Hell, and Angell, and Man, and Diuell, and all change: Let Heaven, and Earth, and Hell, and Angel, and Man, and devil, and all change: vvb n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc d n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3757 still still Ego Deus et non mutor, God he is the Lord of all, and he changeth not. still still Ego Deus et non mutor, God he is the Lord of all, and he changes not. av av fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cc pns31 vvz xx. (14) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 323
3758 As for those Phrases then of Repenting, Grieuing, &c. which are spoken of God in the Scriptures: As for those Phrases then of Repenting, Grieving, etc. which Are spoken of God in the Scriptures: c-acp p-acp d n2 av pp-f vvg, vvg, av r-crq vbr vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 333
3759 that NONLATINALPHABET, whereof S. Chrysostome so often speaketh, salueth them. that, whereof S. Chrysostom so often speaks, salveth them. cst, c-crq n1 np1 av av vvz, vvz pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 333
3760 God speaketh to vs, and therefore speaketh as wee vse to speake, and frameth his language to our dulnesse, and teacheth vs by our owne phrases what hee would haue vs learne; God speaks to us, and Therefore speaks as we use to speak, and frameth his language to our dulness, and Teaches us by our own phrases what he would have us Learn; np1 vvz p-acp pno12, cc av vvz c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc vvz pno12 p-acp po12 d n2 r-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno12 vvi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 333
3761 as Nurses talke halfe syllables, and lispe out broken language to young children. But what is so spoken NONLATINALPHABET, of God, after the manner of men; as Nurse's talk half syllables, and lisp out broken language to young children. But what is so spoken, of God, After the manner of men; c-acp n2 vvi j-jn n2, cc vvi av j-vvn n1 p-acp j n2. p-acp r-crq vbz av vvn, pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 333
3762 must yet be vnderstood NONLATINALPHABET, so as befitteth the Maiestie and perfection of his diuine nature. must yet be understood, so as befitteth the Majesty and perfection of his divine nature. vmb av vbi vvn, av p-acp js dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 333
3763 When he repenteth then, we are not so to conceiue it, as if God changed his mind, When he Repenteth then, we Are not so to conceive it, as if God changed his mind, c-crq pns31 vvz av, pns12 vbr xx av pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp cs np1 vvn po31 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 333
3764 or altered anie thing of his euerlasting purpose and counsell, eyther in substance or circumstances: it only importeth, that he now doth not that; or altered any thing of his everlasting purpose and counsel, either in substance or Circumstances: it only imports, that he now does not that; cc vvn d n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n2: pn31 av-j vvz, cst pns31 av vdz xx d; (14) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 333
3765 which, so farre as we could reasonably coniecture by his words, or workes, or our deserts, or otherwise, seemed to vs to haue beene his purpose to haue done. This for the Phrases : which, so Far as we could reasonably conjecture by his words, or works, or our deserts, or otherwise, seemed to us to have been his purpose to have done. This for the Phrases: r-crq, av av-j c-acp pns12 vmd av-j vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc n2, cc po12 n2, cc av, vvd p-acp pno12 pc-acp vhi vbn po31 n1 pc-acp vhi vdn. d p-acp dt n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 333
3766 but yet the maine doubt for the thing it selfe standeth vncleared. Abimelech and Hezekiah shall dye, and yet Abimelech and Hezekiah shall not dye; but yet the main doubt for the thing it self Stands uncleared. Abimelech and Hezekiah shall die, and yet Abimelech and Hezekiah shall not die; cc-acp av dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz vvn. np1 cc np1 vmb vvi, cc av np1 cc np1 vmb xx vvi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 333
3767 Nineueh shall be destroyed, and yet Nineueh shall not be destroyed; I will bring euill vpon Ahabs house, and yet I will not bring it: Nineveh shall be destroyed, and yet Nineveh shall not be destroyed; I will bring evil upon Ahabs house, and yet I will not bring it: np1 vmb vbi vvn, cc av np1 vmb xx vbi vvn; pns11 vmb vvi j-jn p-acp n2 n1, cc av pns11 vmb xx vvi pn31: (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 333
3768 is not this Yea and Nay ? is not this a plaine contradiction ? How is there not here a plaine change of Gods will? If not for substance; is not this Yea and Nay? is not this a plain contradiction? How is there not Here a plain change of God's will? If not for substance; vbz xx d uh cc uh? vbz xx d dt j n1? q-crq vbz pc-acp xx av dt j n1 pp-f n2 vmb? cs xx p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 334
3769 because the things were at length performed: yet at least in circumstance ; Because the things were At length performed: yet At least in circumstance; c-acp dt n2 vbdr p-acp n1 vvd: av p-acp ds p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 334
3770 because they were not performed at those times, and in that manner, as they were threatned and foretold. Because they were not performed At those times, and in that manner, as they were threatened and foretold. c-acp pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n1, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 334
3771 That wretched miscreant Vorstius, instead of vntying this knot, cutteth it: That wretched miscreant Vorstius, instead of untying this knot, cutteth it: cst j n1 np1, av pp-f vvg d n1, vvz pn31: (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 334
3772 who, to maintaine Arminian conclusions from blasphemous Principles, trembleth not to affirme, In parte aliquâ diuini decreti fieri aliquam mutationem ; who, to maintain Arminian conclusions from blasphemous Principles, Trembleth not to affirm, In parte aliquâ Divine Decree fieri aliquam mutationem; r-crq, pc-acp vvi np1 n2 p-acp j n2, vvz xx pc-acp vvi, p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 334
3773 that there may be some change made in some part of Gods decree. that there may be Some change made in Some part of God's Decree. cst a-acp vmb vbi d n1 vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 334
3774 An assertion vnbeseeming an ingenuous Pagane, and to be for euer abhorred and held accursed by euery soule that professeth it selfe Christian. Admit this once: an assertion unbeseeming an ingenuous Pagan, and to be for ever abhorred and held accursed by every soul that Professes it self Christian. Admit this once: dt n1 j dt j j-jn, cc pc-acp vbi p-acp av vvn cc vvd j-vvn p-acp d n1 cst vvz pn31 n1 njp. vvb d a-acp: (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 334
3775 and let Man, yea and the Diuell too, be true; and onely God a lyer. Leaue wee him therefore to the iudgement of that great God, whom he hath blasphemed; and seeke wee better satisfaction. and let Man, yea and the devil too, be true; and only God a liar. Leave we him Therefore to the judgement of that great God, whom he hath blasphemed; and seek we better satisfaction. cc vvb n1, uh cc dt n1 av, vbb j; cc av-j np1 dt n1. n1 pns12 pno31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j np1, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn; cc vvb pns12 j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 334
3776 That of Aquinas, and the Schoolemen, is true, but subtile: that God doth sometimes Velle mutationem, though hee doth neuer mutare voluntatem ; That of Aquinas, and the Schoolmen, is true, but subtle: that God does sometime Velle mutationem, though he does never mutare voluntatem; d pp-f np1, cc dt n2, vbz j, cc-acp j: cst np1 vdz av fw-fr fw-la, c-acp pns31 vdz av fw-la fw-la; (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 334
3777 that though hee neuer changeth his will, yet hee sometimes willeth a change. That of Gregory is plainer, and no lesse true; Mutat Deus sententiam, non consilium: that though he never changes his will, yet he sometime wills a change. That of Gregory is plainer, and no less true; Mutat Deus sententiam, non consilium: cst cs pns31 av-x vvz po31 n1, av pns31 av vvz dt n1. d pp-f np1 vbz jc, cc dx av-dc j; fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la: (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 334
3778 God sometimes changeth the sentence which he hath denounced, but neuer the Counsell which he hath decreed. Others, otherwise: God sometime changes the sentence which he hath denounced, but never the Counsel which he hath decreed. Others, otherwise: np1 av vvz dt vvb r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, cc-acp av-x dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. n2-jn, av: (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 334
3779 diuers men conceiuing the same answer for substance, in diuers and different termes. diverse men conceiving the same answer for substance, in diverse and different terms. j n2 vvg dt d n1 p-acp n1, p-acp j cc j n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 334
3780 That which is plainest, and giueth fullest satisfaction, and whereinto the answeres of Gregory, and Aquinas, and the rest, (as many as haue spoken with any truth and pertinency to the point,) in the last resolution fall; is briefly this. That which is Plainest, and gives Fullest satisfaction, and whereinto the answers of Gregory, and Aquinas, and the rest, (as many as have spoken with any truth and pertinency to the point,) in the last resolution fallen; is briefly this. cst r-crq vbz js, cc vvz js n1, cc c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1, cc np1, cc dt n1, (c-acp d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1,) p-acp dt ord n1 vvi; vbz av-j d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 268 Page 335
3781 In the whole course of Scripture, Gods threatnings, and so his promises too,) haue euer a condition annexed vnto them in Gods purpose: In the Whole course of Scripture, God's threatenings, and so his promises too,) have ever a condition annexed unto them in God's purpose: p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, npg1 n2-vvg, cc av po31 vvz av,) vhi av dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp npg1 n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 268 Page 335
3782 which though it be not euer, indeede but seldome expressed ; yet is it euer included, and so to bee vnderstood. which though it be not ever, indeed but seldom expressed; yet is it ever included, and so to be understood. r-crq cs pn31 vbb xx av, av p-acp av vvn; av vbz pn31 av vvd, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 268 Page 335
3783 All Gods promises, (how absolutely so euer expressed,) are made sub conditione Obedientiae: and all his threatnings (how absolutely so euer expressed,) sub conditione Impoenitentiae. And these Conditions, viz. of continuing in Obedience, in all Promises ; All God's promises, (how absolutely so ever expressed,) Are made sub condition Obedientiae: and all his threatenings (how absolutely so ever expressed,) sub condition Impoenitentiae. And these Conditions, viz. of Continuing in obedience, in all Promises; av-d n2 n2, (c-crq av-j av av vvn,) vbr vvn fw-la n1 fw-la: cc d po31 n2-vvg (c-crq av-j av av vvn,) fw-la n1 fw-la. cc d n2, n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1-n, p-acp d vvz; (14) sermon (DIV1) 268 Page 335
3784 and of continuing in Impenitency, in all Threatnings, are to be vnderstood of course; whether they be expressed, or not. and of Continuing in Impenitency, in all Threatenings, Are to be understood of course; whither they be expressed, or not. cc pp-f vvg p-acp n1, p-acp d n2-vvg, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n1; cs pns32 vbb vvn, cc xx. (14) sermon (DIV1) 268 Page 335
3785 This is plaine from those two famous places before cited, Ier. 18. and Ezek. 33. When I say to the wicked, thou shalt surely dye; This is plain from those two famous places before cited, Jeremiah 18. and Ezekiel 33. When I say to the wicked, thou shalt surely die; d vbz j p-acp d crd j n2 a-acp vvn, np1 crd cc np1 crd c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt j, pns21 vm2 av-j vvi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 268 Page 335
3786 if the wicked turne from his sinne, &c. hee shall surely liue, he shall not dye. if the wicked turn from his sin, etc. he shall surely live, he shall not die. cs dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vmb av-j vvi, pns31 vmb xx vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 268 Page 335
3787 Where Almighty God plainely teacheth vs, that we ought so to conceiue of all his threatnings, bee they neuer so peremptorily set downe, (as what more peremptory than this, Thou shalt surely dye? ) as that he may reserue to him a power of reuocation, in case the parties threatned repent. The examples make it plaine. Where Almighty God plainly Teaches us, that we ought so to conceive of all his threatenings, be they never so peremptorily Set down, (as what more peremptory than this, Thou shalt surely die?) as that he may reserve to him a power of revocation, in case the parties threatened Repent. The Examples make it plain. c-crq np1 np1 av-j vvz pno12, cst pns12 vmd av pc-acp vvi pp-f d po31 n2-vvg, vbb pns32 av-x av av-j vvn a-acp, (c-acp r-crq av-dc j cs d, pns21 vm2 av-j vvi?) c-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 dt n2 vvd vvi. dt n2 vvb pn31 av-j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 268 Page 335
3788 Abimelech shall dye for taking Sarah: vnderstand it; vnlesse he restore her. Forty daies, and Nineueh shalbe destroyed: vnderstand it with this reseruation; Abimelech shall die for taking Sarah: understand it; unless he restore her. Forty days, and Nineveh shall destroyed: understand it with this reservation; np1 vmb vvi p-acp vvg np1: vvb pn31; cs pns31 vvb pno31. crd n2, cc np1 vmb|vbi vvn: vvb pn31 p-acp d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 268 Page 335
3789 Vnlesse they repent. And so of all the rest. But why is not that clause expressed then? may some demand, I answer: first, it needeth not; Unless they Repent. And so of all the rest. But why is not that clause expressed then? may Some demand, I answer: First, it needs not; cs pns32 vvb. cc av pp-f d dt n1. cc-acp q-crq vbz xx d n1 vvn av? vmb d n1, pns11 vvb: ord, pn31 vvz xx; (14) sermon (DIV1) 268 Page 335
3790 secondly, it booteth not. First, it needeth not. secondly, it boots not. First, it needs not. ord, pn31 vvz xx. ord, pn31 vvz xx. (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3791 For God hauing in Ierem. 18. and Ezek. 33. and elsewhere instructed vs in the generall, that all his Threatnings are to be vnderstood with such clauses and conditions and reseruations ▪ it is needlesse to repeate them in euery particular: For God having in Jeremiah 18. and Ezekiel 33. and elsewhere instructed us in the general, that all his Threatenings Are to be understood with such clauses and conditions and reservations ▪ it is needless to repeat them in every particular: p-acp np1 vhg p-acp np1 crd cc np1 crd cc av vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1, cst d po31 n2-vvg vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2 cc n2 ▪ pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3792 As amongst Christian men, who acknowledge Gods prouidence to rule in all things, and to dispose of all actions and euents; As among Christian men, who acknowledge God's providence to Rule in all things, and to dispose of all actions and events; c-acp p-acp njp n2, r-crq vvb npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2 cc n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3793 it is needlesse in euery speech de futuro contingente to expresse this clause [ if God will ; it is needless in every speech de futuro contingente to express this clause [ if God will; pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la pc-acp vvi d n1 [ cs np1 vmb; (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3794 ] wee will goe to such or such a place, or doe such or such a thing, if God will: because wee readily conceiue it, ] we will go to such or such a place, or do such or such a thing, if God will: Because we readily conceive it, ] pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d cc d dt n1, cc vdb d cc d dt n1, cs np1 vmb: c-acp pns12 av-j vvb pn31, (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3795 as a clause, which either is, or should be vnderstood in euery such speech, as St. Iames requireth. as a clause, which either is, or should be understood in every such speech, as Saint James requires. c-acp dt n1, r-crq d vbz, cc vmd vbi vvn p-acp d d n1, c-acp n1 np1 vvz. (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3796 And so in many promises amongst men, this clause, though not expressed, is yet allowed of course, And so in many promises among men, this clause, though not expressed, is yet allowed of course, cc av p-acp d n2 p-acp n2, d n1, cs xx vvn, vbz av vvn pp-f n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3797 and to common intendement vnderstood, [ Rebus sic stantibus ; things standing and continuing as now they are: and to Common intendment understood, [ Rebus sic stantibus; things standing and Continuing as now they Are: cc p-acp j n1 vvd, [ fw-la fw-la fw-la; n2 vvg cc vvg a-acp av pns32 vbr: (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3798 ] so as if a man make a promise absolutely, without expressing that or any other like clause of Limitation or Exception, if in the interim some such vnexpected accident befall, ] so as if a man make a promise absolutely, without expressing that or any other like clause of Limitation or Exception, if in the interim Some such unexpected accident befall, ] av c-acp cs dt n1 vvi dt vvb av-j, p-acp vvg d cc d j-jn j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cs p-acp dt n1 d d j n1 vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3799 as maketh that either he cannot or may not do what he promised; as makes that either he cannot or may not do what he promised; c-acp vvz cst d pns31 vmbx cc vmb xx vdi r-crq pns31 vvd; (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3800 wee may not in right reason charge such a man with breach of promise, if he perform not all hee promised: we may not in right reason charge such a man with breach of promise, if he perform not all he promised: pns12 vmb xx p-acp j-jn n1 vvb d dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cs pns31 vvb xx d pns31 vvd: (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3801 because the foresaid clause, though not expressed, is yet presumed to haue been intended by the Promiser. Because the foresaid clause, though not expressed, is yet presumed to have been intended by the Promiser. c-acp dt j-vvn n1, c-acp xx vvn, vbz av vvn pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3802 And that Gods Threatnings, as deiure they ought to be by vs when wee heare them, And that God's Threatenings, as deiure they ought to be by us when we hear them, cc cst npg1 n2-vvg, c-acp vvb pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12 c-crq pns12 vvb pno32, (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 336
3803 so de facto they were vnderstood by him when he made them, with a secret clause of reseruation and exception in case of Repentance ; so de facto they were understood by him when he made them, with a secret clause of reservation and exception in case of Repentance; av fw-fr fw-la pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vvd pno32, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 337
3804 appeareth by the vsuall practice of many vpon such threatnings, and the vse they made of them. appears by the usual practice of many upon such threatenings, and the use they made of them. vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp d n2-vvg, cc dt vvb pns32 vvd pp-f pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 337
3805 The Nineuites when Ionah preached destruction within forty daies, without any expresse clause of repentance; yet vnderstood it so: The Ninevites when Jonah preached destruction within forty days, without any express clause of Repentance; yet understood it so: dt n2 c-crq np1 vvd n1 p-acp crd n2, p-acp d vvi n1 pp-f n1; av vvd pn31 av: (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 337
3806 else had it beene in vaine for them to haue repented at all, out of an hope of preuenting the iudgement by their repentance; Else had it been in vain for them to have repented At all, out of an hope of preventing the judgement by their Repentance; av vhd pn31 vbn p-acp j c-acp pno32 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d, av pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp po32 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 337
3807 as their speeches shew they did. as their Speeches show they did. c-acp po32 n2 vvb pns32 vdd. (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 337
3808 For who can tell, say they, if God will turne and repent, and turne away from his fierce anger, that wee perish not? The like may be said of Abimelech, Hezekiah, and others: For who can tell, say they, if God will turn and Repent, and turn away from his fierce anger, that we perish not? The like may be said of Abimelech, Hezekiah, and Others: p-acp r-crq vmb vvi, vvb pns32, cs np1 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvi av p-acp po31 j n1, cst pns12 vvb xx? dt av-j vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, np1, cc n2-jn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 337
3809 and of Ahab in this place. and of Ahab in this place. cc pp-f np1 p-acp d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 337
3810 Againe, as it is sometimes needlesse, so it is alwaies bootlesse, to expresse this clause of repentance in the threatnings of God. Again, as it is sometime needless, so it is always bootless, to express this clause of Repentance in the threatenings of God. av, c-acp pn31 vbz av j, av pn31 vbz av j, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 337
3811 The expressing of it can doe little good ; secure ones will repent neuer the sooner for it: The expressing of it can do little good; secure ones will Repent never the sooner for it: dt vvg pp-f pn31 vmb vdi av-j j; j pi2 vmb vvi av dt av-c c-acp pn31: (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 337
3812 but it may doe much harm ; but it may do much harm; cc-acp pn31 vmb vdi d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 337
3813 secure ones may thereby put themselues in fairer hope of forbearance, and so linger their repentance till it be too late. secure ones may thereby put themselves in Fairer hope of forbearance, and so linger their Repentance till it be too late. j pi2 vmb av vvi px32 p-acp jc n1 pp-f n1, cc av vvb po32 n1 c-acp pn31 vbb av j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 337
3814 Beloued, it is admirable to obserue NONLATINALPHABET, Gods gracious courses, which hee vseth for the calling of men to repentance. beloved, it is admirable to observe, God's gracious courses, which he uses for the calling of men to Repentance. j-vvn, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, npg1 j n2, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 337
3815 In this particularity whereof we now speak, see how his Mercy and Truth are met together, and doe most louingly embrace each other. In this particularity whereof we now speak, see how his Mercy and Truth Are met together, and do most lovingly embrace each other. p-acp d n1 c-crq pns12 av vvb, vvb c-crq po31 n1 cc n1 vbr vvn av, cc vdb av-ds av-vvg vvi d n-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 337
3816 Where he spareth in the end, it is most certaine he euer meant to spare from the beginning: but that his euerlasting purpose is part of his secret counsell, and vnreuealed will; Where he spares in the end, it is most certain he ever meant to spare from the beginning: but that his everlasting purpose is part of his secret counsel, and unrevealed will; c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz av-ds j pns31 av vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg: p-acp cst po31 j n1 vbz n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1, cc j-vvn-u n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 337
3817 which as wee cannot learne, so wee may not seeke to know, till the euent declare it. which as we cannot Learn, so we may not seek to know, till the event declare it. r-crq c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi, av pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi, c-acp dt n1 vvb pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 337
3818 Now to bring this his secret purpose about, he must worke those men to repentance, whom he hath thus euerlastingly purposed to spare: Now to bring this his secret purpose about, he must work those men to Repentance, whom he hath thus everlastingly purposed to spare: av pc-acp vvi d po31 j-jn n1 a-acp, pns31 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp n1, r-crq pns31 vhz av av-j vvn pc-acp vvi: (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 338
3819 else his iustice should become questionable, in finally sparing the impenitent. Else his Justice should become questionable, in finally sparing the impenitent. av po31 n1 vmd vvi j, p-acp av-j vvg dt j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 338
3820 Amongst other meanes to worke men to repentance, this is one, to threaten them with such iudgements, as their sinnes haue deserued: among other means to work men to Repentance, this is one, to threaten them with such Judgments, as their Sins have deserved: p-acp j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, d vbz pi, p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp d n2, c-acp po32 n2 vhb vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 338
3821 which threatning the more terrible it is, the more likely it is to be effectuall ; and the more peremptory it is, the more terrible it is. which threatening the more terrible it is, the more likely it is to be effectual; and the more peremptory it is, the more terrible it is. r-crq vvg dt av-dc j pn31 vbz, dt av-dc j pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi j; cc dt dc j pn31 vbz, dt dc j pn31 vbz. (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 338
3822 So then God, to bring those men to repentance whom hee meaneth to spare, in his word and by his messengers denounceth against them such iudgements, as their sinnes haue deserued, So then God, to bring those men to Repentance whom he means to spare, in his word and by his messengers Denounceth against them such Judgments, as their Sins have deserved, av cs np1, pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n2 vvz p-acp pno32 d n2, p-acp po32 n2 vhb vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 338
3823 and as his iustice without their repentance would bring vpon them; and as his Justice without their Repentance would bring upon them; cc p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32; (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 338
3824 denounceth them I say absolutely, and in a peremptorie forme, without any expresse clause of reseruation or exception, the more to terrifie and affright them, Denounceth them I say absolutely, and in a peremptory Form, without any express clause of reservation or exception, the more to terrify and affright them, vvz pno32 pns11 vvb av-j, cc p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt dc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32, (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 338
3825 and to cast them downe to the deeper acknowledgement of his iustice and their owne vnworthinesse: which yet are to bee vnderstood conditionally, and interpreted with reseruation and exception of Repentance. and to cast them down to the Deeper acknowledgement of his Justice and their own unworthiness: which yet Are to be understood conditionally, and interpreted with reservation and exception of Repentance. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt jc-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc po32 d n1: r-crq av vbr pc-acp vbi vvn av-j, cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 338
3826 You haue heard euidence enough to acquite Gods Truth ; and doe by this time, I doubt not, perceiue how, as in all other things, You have herd evidence enough to acquit God's Truth; and do by this time, I doubt not, perceive how, as in all other things, pn22 vhb vvn n1 av-d pc-acp vvi npg1 n1; cc vdb p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb xx, vvb c-crq, c-acp p-acp d j-jn n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 271 Page 338
3827 so in the reuoking of his threatnings, Gods Mercy and his Truth goe hand in hand together. so in the revoking of his threatenings, God's Mercy and his Truth go hand in hand together. av p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n2-vvg, npg1 n1 cc po31 n1 vvb n1 p-acp n1 av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 271 Page 338
3828 Let vs now see, what profitable Inferences may bee raised hence for our vse. The summe of all wee haue said, is but this. Gods threatnings are terrible ; Let us now see, what profitable Inferences may be raised hence for our use. The sum of all we have said, is but this. God's threatenings Are terrible; vvb pno12 av vvi, r-crq j n2 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp po12 n1. dt n1 pp-f d pns12 vhb vvn, vbz p-acp d. npg1 n2-vvg vbr j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 271 Page 338
3829 but yet conditionall: and if he spare to execute them, when we are humbled by them, it is a glorious illustration of his Mercy, but without the least impeachment of his truth. Here is something for the Distressed, something for the Secure, something for All, to learne. First ; but yet conditional: and if he spare to execute them, when we Are humbled by them, it is a glorious illustration of his Mercy, but without the least impeachment of his truth. Here is something for the Distressed, something for the Secure, something for All, to Learn. First; cc-acp av j: cc cs pns31 j pc-acp vvi pno32, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f po31 n1. av vbz pi p-acp dt j-vvn, pi p-acp dt vvb, pi p-acp d, pc-acp vvi. ord; (14) sermon (DIV1) 271 Page 339
3830 for the Distressed. Consider this, and take comfort; all you that mourne in Sion, and groane vnder the waight of Gods heauy displeasure, for the Distressed. Consider this, and take Comfort; all you that mourn in Sion, and groan under the weight of God's heavy displeasure, p-acp dt j-vvn. vvb d, cc vvb n1; d pn22 cst n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3831 and the fearfull expectation of those bitter curses and iudgements, which hee hath threatned against sinne. and the fearful expectation of those bitter curses and Judgments, which he hath threatened against sin. cc dt j n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3832 Why doe you spend your strength and spirit, in gazing with broad eyes altogether on Gods Iustice, or Truth: take them off a little, Why do you spend your strength and Spirit, in gazing with broad eyes altogether on God's justice, or Truth: take them off a little, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi po22 n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg p-acp j n2 av p-acp npg1 n1, cc n1: vvb pno32 a-acp dt j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3833 and refresh them, by fastening them another while vpon his mercy. Consider not only what hee threateneth: and refresh them, by fastening them Another while upon his mercy. Consider not only what he threateneth: cc vvi pno32, p-acp vvg pno32 j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1. vvb xx av-j r-crq pns31 vvz: (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3834 but consider withall why hee threatneth, it is, that you may repent; and withall how hee threatneth, it is, vnlesse you repent. but Consider withal why he threatens, it is, that you may Repent; and withal how he threatens, it is, unless you Repent. cc-acp vvb av c-crq pns31 vvz, pn31 vbz, cst pn22 vmb vvi; cc av c-crq pns31 vvz, pn31 vbz, cs pn22 vvb. (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3835 Hee threatneth to cast downe indeed: He threatens to cast down indeed: pns31 vvz p-acp vvd a-acp av: (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3836 but vnto humiliation, not into despaire. Hee shooteth out his arrowes, euen bitter words: but as Ionathans arrowes, but unto humiliation, not into despair. He shoots out his arrows, even bitter words: but as Ionathans arrows, cc-acp p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1. pns31 vvz av po31 n2, av-j j n2: cc-acp p-acp npg1 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3837 for warning, not for destruction. Thinke not, hee aymeth so much at thy punishment, when he threatneth: for warning, not for destruction. Think not, he aimeth so much At thy punishment, when he threatens: c-acp vvg, xx p-acp n1. vvb xx, pns31 vvz av av-d p-acp po21 n1, c-crq pns31 vvz: (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3838 alas, if that were the thing he sought, hee could lay on loade enough without words: alas, if that were the thing he sought, he could lay on load enough without words: uh, cs d vbdr dt n1 pns31 vvd, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1 av-d p-acp n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3839 No, it is thy amendment hee aimeth at, and seeketh therein: No, it is thy amendment he aimeth At, and seeks therein: uh-dx, pn31 vbz po21 n1 pns31 vvz p-acp, cc vvz av: (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3840 and hee therefore holdeth not his tongue, that if thou wilt take it for a warning, hee may hold his hand. If the Father doe but threaten the childe, and he Therefore holds not his tongue, that if thou wilt take it for a warning, he may hold his hand. If the Father do but threaten the child, cc pns31 av vvz xx po31 n1, cst cs pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1. cs dt n1 vdb p-acp vvb dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3841 when the rod lyeth by him; when the rod lies by him; c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3842 it is very likely hee meaneth not to correct him for that time, but only to make him the more carefull to obey, it is very likely he means not to correct him for that time, but only to make him the more careful to obey, pn31 vbz av j pns31 vvz xx p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp d n1, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pno31 dt dc j pc-acp vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3843 and the more fearefull to offend, for the time to come. Canst thou thus gather hope from the chiding of thy earthly father ; and the more fearful to offend, for the time to come. Canst thou thus gather hope from the chiding of thy earthly father; cc dt dc j pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. vm2 pns21 av vvi vvb p-acp dt vvg pp-f po21 j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 339
3844 and wilt thou finde no comfort in the chidings and threatnings of thy heauenly Father? whose bowels of tender compassion to vs-ward are so much larger, and wilt thou find no Comfort in the chidings and threatenings of thy heavenly Father? whose bowels of tender compassion to usward Are so much larger, cc vm2 pns21 vvi dx vvb p-acp dt n2-vvg cc n2-vvg pp-f po21 j n1? rg-crq n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp n1 vbr av av-d jc, (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 340
3845 than any earthly Parents can be; than any earthly Parents can be; cs d j n2 vmb vbi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 340
3846 by how much himselfe the Father of spirits is greater than those fathers of our flesh. Yea, by how much himself the Father of spirits is greater than those Father's of our Flesh. Yea, p-acp c-crq av-d px31 cs n1 pp-f n2 vbz jc cs d n2 pp-f po12 n1. uh, (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 340
3847 but who am I, will some disconsolate soule say, that I should make Gods threatnings voide? or what my repentance, that it should cancell the Oracles of Truth, or reuerse the sentence of the eternall Iudge? Poore distressed soule, that thus disputest against thine owne peace; but who am I, will Some disconsolate soul say, that I should make God's threatenings void? or what my Repentance, that it should cancel the Oracles of Truth, or reverse the sentence of the Eternal Judge? Poor distressed soul, that thus Disputes against thine own peace; cc-acp q-crq vbm pns11, vmb d j n1 vvi, cst pns11 vmd vvi npg1 n2-vvg j? cc q-crq po11 n1, cst pn31 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt vvb pp-f dt j n1? j j-vvn n1, cst av vv2 p-acp po21 d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 340
3848 but seest not the while the vnfathomed depth of Gods mercy, and the wonderfull dispensations of his Truth. Know, that his threatnings are not made voide, or of none effect, when thou by thy repentance stayest the execution of them; but See not the while the unfathomed depth of God's mercy, and the wonderful dispensations of his Truth. Know, that his threatenings Are not made void, or of none Effect, when thou by thy Repentance stayest the execution of them; cc-acp vv2 xx dt n1 dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1. vvb, cst po31 n2-vvg vbr xx vvn j, cc pp-f pix vvi, c-crq pns21 p-acp po21 n1 vv2 dt n1 pp-f pno32; (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 340
3849 yea rather then are they of all other times most effectuall : yea rather then Are they of all other times most effectual: uh av av vbr pns32 pp-f d j-jn n2 av-ds j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 340
3850 for then doe they most of all accomplish their proper end, and the thing for which they were intended, in thy amendment. Neither let his truth make thee despaire; for then do they most of all accomplish their proper end, and the thing for which they were intended, in thy amendment. Neither let his truth make thee despair; c-acp av vdb pns32 ds pp-f d vvi po32 j vvb, cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, p-acp po21 n1. av-dx vvd po31 n1 vvb pno21 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 340
3851 but remember, that the tenor of all his most peremptory threatnings runneth with an implicite reseruation and conditionall exception of Repentance: but Remember, that the tenor of all his most peremptory threatenings Runneth with an implicit reservation and conditional exception of Repentance: cc-acp vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f d po31 av-ds j n2-vvg vvz p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 340
3852 which condition if thou on thy part faithfully performe; the iudgement shall bee turned away, and yet Gods Truth no whit impaired. This for the Distressed. which condition if thou on thy part faithfully perform; the judgement shall be turned away, and yet God's Truth no whit impaired. This for the Distressed. r-crq n1 cs pns21 p-acp po21 n1 av-j vvi; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av, cc av npg1 n1 dx n1 vvn. np1 p-acp dt j-vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 340
3853 Now for the Secure. Moses in Deut. 29. speaketh of a certaine roote, that beareth gall and wormewood ; Now for the Secure. Moses in Deuteronomy 29. speaks of a certain root, that bears Gall and wormwood; av p-acp dt vvb. np1 p-acp np1 crd vvz pp-f dt j n1, cst vvz n1 cc n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 340
3854 that blesseth it selfe when God curseth, and standeth vnmoued when God threatneth. Here is an Axe for that roote, to hew it in pieces; that Blesses it self when God Curseth, and Stands unmoved when God threatens. Here is an Axe for that root, to hew it in Pieces; cst vvz pn31 n1 c-crq np1 vvz, cc vvz j c-crq np1 vvz. av vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 340
3855 and, vnlesse it bring forth better fruite, to cleane it out for the fire. If there be any spriggs or spurnes of that roote here; and, unless it bring forth better fruit, to clean it out for the fire. If there be any sprigs or spurns of that root Here; cc, cs pn31 vvb av j n1, p-acp j pn31 av p-acp dt n1. cs pc-acp vbb d n2 cc vvz pp-f d vvi av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3856 let them also consider what hath beene said, and tremble. Consider this I say and tremble, all you that make a mocke at God, let them also Consider what hath been said, and tremble. Consider this I say and tremble, all you that make a mock At God, vvb pno32 av vvi r-crq vhz vbn vvn, cc vvb. vvb d pns11 vvb cc vvi, d pn22 cst vvb dt vvb p-acp np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3857 and at his word, and imagine that all his threatnings are but Bruta fulmina, empty cracks, and Powder without shot; and At his word, and imagine that all his threatenings Are but Bruta Thunderbolts, empty cracks, and Powder without shot; cc p-acp po31 n1, cc vvb cst d po31 n2-vvg vbr cc-acp np1 fw-la, j n2, cc n1 p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3858 because sundry of them haue fallen to the ground, and not done the hurt they made shew of. Because sundry of them have fallen to the ground, and not done the hurt they made show of. c-acp j pp-f pno32 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, cc xx vdi dt n1 pns32 vvd vvi pp-f. (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3859 But know, who so euer thou art, that thus abusest the Mercy, and despisest the Truth of God; But know, who so ever thou art, that thus abusest the Mercy, and Despisest the Truth of God; cc-acp vvb, r-crq av av pns21 vb2r, cst av vv2 dt n1, cc vv2 dt n1 pp-f np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3860 that as his Mercy neuer did, so his Truth shall neuer faile. Thou saiest, some of his threatnings haue done no harme: I say as much too; that as his Mercy never did, so his Truth shall never fail. Thou Sayest, Some of his threatenings have done no harm: I say as much too; cst p-acp po31 n1 av-x vdd, av po31 n1 vmb av-x vvi. pns21 vv2, d pp-f po31 n2-vvg vhb vdn dx n1: pns11 vvb a-acp av-d av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3861 and his mercy be blessed for it: and his mercy be blessed for it: cc po31 n1 vbb vvn p-acp pn31: (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3862 but what is that, to secure thee? If any where Gods threatnings did no harme, and wrought no destruction ; but what is that, to secure thee? If any where God's threatenings did no harm, and wrought no destruction; cc-acp q-crq vbz d, pc-acp vvi pno21? cs d c-crq npg1 n2-vvg vdd dx vvi, cc vvd dx n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3863 it was there only, where they did good, and wrought repentance. If they haue turned thee from thy sinnes, it was there only, where they did good, and wrought Repentance. If they have turned thee from thy Sins, pn31 vbds a-acp av-j, c-crq pns32 vdd j, cc j-vvn n1. cs pns32 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp po21 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3864 as they haue done some others: there is hope thou maist turne them away from thee, as some others haue done. as they have done Some Others: there is hope thou Mayest turn them away from thee, as Some Others have done. c-acp pns32 vhb vdn d n2-jn: pc-acp vbz n1 pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 av p-acp pno21, c-acp d n2-jn vhb vdn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3865 But if they haue done no good vpon thee, in working thy repentance ; But if they have done no good upon thee, in working thy Repentance; p-acp cs pns32 vhb vdn dx j p-acp pno21, p-acp vvg po21 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3866 certainly they hang ouer thee to doe thee harme, and to worke thy destruction. Gods threatnings are in this respect, Certainly they hang over thee to do thee harm, and to work thy destruction. God's threatenings Are in this respect, av-j pns32 vvb p-acp pno21 pc-acp vdi pno21 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po21 n1. npg1 n2-vvg vbr p-acp d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3867 as all other his words are, sure and stedfast; and such as shall neuer returne voide, but accomplish that for which they were sent: as all other his words Are, sure and steadfast; and such as shall never return void, but accomplish that for which they were sent: c-acp d n-jn po31 n2 vbr, j cc j; cc d c-acp vmb av-x vvi j, cc-acp vvb cst p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3868 if not the one way, then without all doubt the other. If they doe not humble thee, they must ouerwhelme thee: if not the one Way, then without all doubt the other. If they do not humble thee, they must overwhelm thee: cs xx dt crd n1, av p-acp d n1 dt j-jn. cs pns32 vdb xx j pno21, pns32 vmb vvi pno21: (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3869 if they worke not thy conuersion, they will thy ruine. As some strong Physicke, that either mendeth, or endeth the Patient; so are these. if they work not thy conversion, they will thy ruin. As Some strong Physic, that either mendeth, or Endeth the Patient; so Are these. cs pns32 vvb xx po21 n1, pns32 vmb po21 vvi. p-acp d j n1, cst d vvz, cc vvz dt j; av vbr d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 341
3870 And therefore when iudgements are denounced; resolue quickly, off or on: Here is all the choyce that is left thee; And Therefore when Judgments Are denounced; resolve quickly, off or on: Here is all the choice that is left thee; cc av c-crq n2 vbr vvn; vvb av-j, a-acp cc a-acp: av vbz d dt n1 cst vbz vvn pno21; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 342
3871 either Repent, or Suffer. There is a generation of men, that (as Moses complaineth) when they heare the words of Gods curse, blesse themselues in their hearts, either repent, or Suffer. There is a generation of men, that (as Moses Complaineth) when they hear the words of God's curse, bless themselves in their hearts, d vvb, cc vvb. pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cst (c-acp np1 vvz) c-crq pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, vvb px32 p-acp po32 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 342
3872 and say they shall haue peace, though they walke in the imagination of their owne hearts ; and say they shall have peace, though they walk in the imagination of their own hearts; cc vvb pns32 vmb vhi n1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 342
3873 that (as S. Paul complaineth) despise the riches of his goodnesse and forbearance and long-suffering, not taking knowledge that the goodnesse of God would lead them to repentance; that (as S. Paul Complaineth) despise the riches of his Goodness and forbearance and long-suffering, not taking knowledge that the Goodness of God would led them to Repentance; d (c-acp np1 np1 vvz) vvb dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 cc j, xx vvg n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 342
3874 that (as S. Peter complaineth) walke after their owne lusts, and scoffingly iest at Gods iudgements, saying, where is the promise of his comming? But let such secure and carnall scoffers bee assured, that howsoeuer others speed, they shall neuer goe vnpunished: that (as S. Peter Complaineth) walk After their own Lustiest, and scoffingly jest At God's Judgments, saying, where is the promise of his coming? But let such secure and carnal scoffers be assured, that howsoever Others speed, they shall never go unpunished: cst (c-acp np1 np1 vvz) vvb p-acp po32 d n2, cc j vvi p-acp npg1 n2, vvg, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg? p-acp vvi d j cc j n2 vbb vvn, cst c-acp n2-jn n1, pns32 vmb av-x vvi j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 342
3875 Whatsoeuer becommeth of Gods threatnings against others; certainely they shall fall heauy vpon them. They that haue taught vs their conditions, Moses and Paul, and Peter ; Whatsoever becomes of God's threatenings against Others; Certainly they shall fallen heavy upon them. They that have taught us their conditions, Moses and Paul, and Peter; r-crq vvz pp-f npg1 n2-vvg p-acp n2-jn; av-j pns32 vmb vvi j p-acp pno32. pns32 cst vhb vvn pno12 po32 n2, np1 cc np1, cc np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 342
3876 haue taught vs also their punishments. have taught us also their punishments. vhb vvn pno12 av po32 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 342
3877 Moses telleth such a one, how euer others are dealt with, that yet the Lord will not spare him; Moses Telleth such a one, how ever Others Are dealt with, that yet the Lord will not spare him; np1 vvz d dt pi, c-crq av n2-jn vbr vvn p-acp, cst av dt n1 vmb xx vvi pno31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 342
3878 but the anger of the Lord and his iealousie shall smoake against that man, and all the curses that are written in Gods booke shall light vpon him, but the anger of the Lord and his jealousy shall smoke against that man, and all the curses that Are written in God's book shall Light upon him, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n1 vmb n1 p-acp d n1, cc d dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp ng1 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 342
3879 and the Lord shall blot out his name from vnder heauen. and the Lord shall blot out his name from under heaven. cc dt n1 vmb vvi av po31 n1 p-acp p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 342
3880 S. Paul telleth such men, that by despising the riches of his goodnesse and forbearance, they doe but treasure vp vnto themselues wrath against the great day of wrath, S. Paul Telleth such men, that by despising the riches of his Goodness and forbearance, they do but treasure up unto themselves wrath against the great day of wrath, np1 np1 vvz d n2, cst p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, pns32 vdb p-acp n1 a-acp p-acp px32 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 342
3881 and of the reuelation of the righteous iudgement of God. S. Peter telleth them, howsoeuer they not only sleep, but euen snort in deep security; and of the Revelation of the righteous judgement of God. S. Peter Telleth them, howsoever they not only sleep, but even snort in deep security; cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. np1 np1 vvz pno32, c-acp pns32 xx av-j n1, p-acp j vvb p-acp j-jn n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 342
3882 that yet their iudgement of long time sleepeth not, and their damnation NONLATINALPHABET, not so much as slumbereth. Doe thou then take heed, whosoeuer thou art, that yet their judgement of long time Sleepeth not, and their damnation, not so much as Slumbereth. Do thou then take heed, whosoever thou art, cst av po32 n1 pp-f j n1 vvz xx, cc po32 n1, xx av av-d c-acp vvz. vdb pns21 av vvi n1, r-crq pns21 vb2r, (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 343
3883 & whatsoeuer thou dost, that thou abuse not the Mercy of God: and to diuorce it from his Truth, is to abuse it. & whatsoever thou dost, that thou abuse not the Mercy of God: and to divorce it from his Truth, is to abuse it. cc r-crq pns21 vd2, d pns21 n1 xx dt n1 pp-f np1: cc p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 343
3884 If when God threatneth, thou layest aside his Truth, & presumest on his bare Mercy: when he punisheth, take heed he doe not cry quittance with thee, by laying aside his Mercy, and manifesting his bare Truth. God is patient and mercifull: Patience will beare much, Mercy forbeare much: If when God threatens, thou layest aside his Truth, & Presumest on his bore Mercy: when he Punisheth, take heed he do not cry quittance with thee, by laying aside his Mercy, and manifesting his bore Truth. God is patient and merciful: Patience will bear much, Mercy forbear much: cs c-crq np1 vvz, pns21 vv2 av po31 n1, cc vv2 p-acp po31 j n1: c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb n1 pns31 vdb xx vvi n1 p-acp pno21, p-acp vvg av po31 n1, cc vvg po31 j n1. np1 vbz j cc j: n1 vmb vvi av-d, n1 vvb av-d: (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 343
3885 but being scorned, and prouoked, & dared, Patience it selfe turneth furious, and Mercy it selfe cruell. It is Mercy, that threatneth ; but being scorned, and provoked, & dared, Patience it self turns furious, and Mercy it self cruel. It is Mercy, that threatens; cc-acp vbg vvn, cc vvd, cc vvd, n1 pn31 n1 vvz j, cc n1 pn31 n1 j. pn31 vbz n1, d vvz; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 343
3886 it is Iustice, that punisheth. Mercy hath the first turne; it is justice, that Punisheth. Mercy hath the First turn; pn31 vbz n1, cst vvz. n1 vhz dt ord vvi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 343
3887 and if by Faith and Repentance we lay timely hold of it, we may keepe it for euer, and if by Faith and Repentance we lay timely hold of it, we may keep it for ever, cc cs p-acp n1 cc n1 pns12 vvb j n1 pp-f pn31, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp av, (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 343
3888 and (reuenging) Iustice shall haue nothing to doe with vs. But if carelesse and secure we slip the opportunity, and (revenging) justice shall have nothing to do with us But if careless and secure we slip the opportunity, cc (vvg) n1 vmb vhi pix pc-acp vdi p-acp pno12 p-acp cs j cc j pns12 vvi dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 343
3889 and neglect the time of Mercy ; and neglect the time of Mercy; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 343
3890 the next turne belongeth to Iustice: which will render iudgement without Mercy, to them that forgat God, and despised his Mercy. That for the Secure. the next turn belongeth to justice: which will render judgement without Mercy, to them that forgot God, and despised his Mercy. That for the Secure. dt ord n1 vvz p-acp n1: r-crq vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1, p-acp pno32 cst vvd np1, cc vvn po31 n1. cst p-acp dt vvb. (14) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 343
3891 Now thirdly, and generally for All. What God hath ioyned together, let no man put asunder. God hath purposely in his threats ioyned and tempered Mercy and Truth together; Now Thirdly, and generally for All. What God hath joined together, let no man put asunder. God hath purposely in his Treats joined and tempered Mercy and Truth together; av ord, cc av-j p-acp d r-crq np1 vhz vvn av, vvb dx n1 vvi av. np1 vhz av p-acp po31 vvz vvn cc j-vvn n1 cc n1 av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 343
3892 that wee might take them together, and profit by them together. Diuidat haec siquis, faciunt discreta venenum; Antidotum sumet, qui sociata bibet : that we might take them together, and profit by them together. Divideth haec siquis, faciunt discreta venenum; Antidote sumet, qui sociata bibet: cst pns12 vmd vvi pno32 av, cc vvb p-acp pno32 av. n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la: (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 343
3893 as hee spake of the two poysons. as he spoke of the two poisons. c-acp pns31 vvd pp-f dt crd n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 343
3894 Either of these single, though not through any malignant quality in themselues, (God forbid wee should thinke so;) yet through the corrupt temperature of our soules, becommeth ranke and deadly poyson to vs. Take Mercy without Truth; Either of these single, though not through any malignant quality in themselves, (God forbid we should think so;) yet through the corrupt temperature of our Souls, becomes rank and deadly poison to us Take Mercy without Truth; av-d pp-f d j, cs xx p-acp d j n1 p-acp px32, (np1 vvb pns12 vmd vvi av;) av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvz n1 cc j vvi p-acp pno12 vvb n1 p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3895 as a cold Poyson it benummeth vs, and maketh vs stupid with carelesse security. Take Truth without Mercy; as a cold Poison it benumbeth us, and makes us stupid with careless security. Take Truth without Mercy; c-acp dt j-jn n1 pn31 vvz pno12, cc vv2 pno12 j p-acp j n1. vvb n1 p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3896 as an hot poyson it scaldeth vs, and scortcheth vs in the flames of restlesse Despaire. Take both together, and mixe them well: as an hight poison it scaldeth us, and scortcheth us in the flames of restless Despair. Take both together, and mix them well: c-acp dt j n1 pn31 vvz pno12, cc vvz pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1. vvb d av, cc vvi pno32 av: (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3897 as hot and cold poysons, fitly tempered by the skill of the Apothecarie, become medicinable; so are Gods Mercy and Truth restoratiue to the soule. as hight and cold poisons, fitly tempered by the skill of the Apothecary, become medicinable; so Are God's Mercy and Truth restorative to the soul. c-acp j cc j-jn n2, av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb j; av vbr ng1 n1 cc n1 n1 p-acp dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3898 The consideration of his Truth humbleth vs; without it wee would be fearelesse: the consideration of his Mercy supporteth vs; The consideration of his Truth Humbleth us; without it we would be fearless: the consideration of his Mercy supporteth us; dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz pno12; p-acp pn31 pns12 vmd vbi j: dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz pno12; (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3899 without it wee would bee hopelesse. Truth begetteth Feare and Repentance ; without it we would be hopeless. Truth begetteth fear and Repentance; p-acp pn31 pns12 vmd vbi j. n1 vvz vvb cc n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3900 Mercy, Faith and Hope: and these two Faith and Repentance keepe the soule euen, and vpright and steddy, Mercy, Faith and Hope: and these two Faith and Repentance keep the soul even, and upright and steady, n1, n1 cc vvb: cc d crd n1 cc n1 vvb dt n1 av, cc av-j cc j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3901 as the ballast and sayle doe the ship; as the ballast and sail do the ship; c-acp dt n1 cc n1 vdb dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3902 that for all the rough waues and weather that encountereth her in the troublesome sea of this World, shee miscarryeth not, that for all the rough waves and weather that encountereth her in the troublesome sea of this World, she miscarryeth not, cst p-acp d dt j n2 cc n1 cst vvz pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvz xx, (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3903 but arriueth safe and ioyfull in the hauen where shee would be. Faith without Repentance, is not Faith, but Presumption ; but arriveth safe and joyful in the Haven where she would be. Faith without Repentance, is not Faith, but Presumption; cc-acp vvz j cc j p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vbi. n1 p-acp n1, vbz xx n1, p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3904 like a Ship all sayle, and no ballast, that tippeth ouer with euery blast: and Repentance without Faith, is not Repentance but Despaire ; like a Ship all sail, and no ballast, that tippeth over with every blast: and Repentance without Faith, is not Repentance but Despair; av-j dt n1 d n1, cc dx n1, cst vvz p-acp p-acp d n1: cc n1 p-acp n1, vbz xx np1-n p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3905 like a Ship all ballast, and no sayle, which sinketh with her owne weight. What is it then, that wee are to doe; like a Ship all ballast, and no sail, which sinks with her own weight. What is it then, that we Are to do; av-j dt n1 d n1, cc dx n1, r-crq vvz p-acp po31 d n1. q-crq vbz pn31 av, cst pns12 vbr pc-acp vdi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3906 to turne away Gods wrath from vs, and to escape the iudgements, he threatneth against vs? Euen this: to turn away God's wrath from us, and to escape the Judgments, he threatens against us? Eve this: pc-acp vvi av npg1 n1 p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2, pns31 vvz p-acp pno12? np1 d: (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3907 As in his Comminations, hee ioyneth Mercy and Truth together; so are wee in our Humiliations to ioyne Faith and Repentance together. His threatnings are true : As in his Comminations, he Joineth Mercy and Truth together; so Are we in our Humiliations to join Faith and Repentance together. His threatenings Are true: c-acp p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvz n1 cc n1 av; av vbr pns12 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvb n1 cc n1 av. po31 n2-vvg vbr j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 344
3908 let vs not presume of forbearance; let us not presume of forbearance; vvb pno12 xx vvi pp-f n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 345
3909 but feare, since hee hath threatned, that vnlesse we repent, he will strike vs. Yet his threatnings are but conditionall: let vs not despaire of forbearance; but Fear, since he hath threatened, that unless we Repent, he will strike us Yet his threatenings Are but conditional: let us not despair of forbearance; cc-acp vvb, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, cst cs pns12 vvb, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 av po31 n2-vvg vbr cc-acp j: vvb pno12 xx vvi pp-f n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 345
3910 but hope, although hee hath threatned, that yet if wee repent, he will spare vs. That is the course, which the godly, guided by the direction of his holy Spirit, haue euer truely and sincerely held; but hope, although he hath threatened, that yet if we Repent, he will spare us That is the course, which the godly, guided by the direction of his holy Spirit, have ever truly and sincerely held; cc-acp vvb, cs pns31 vhz vvn, cst av cs pns12 vvb, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 cst vbz dt n1, r-crq dt j, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, vhb av av-j cc av-j vvn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 345
3911 and found it euer comfortable to assure them of sound peace, and reconciliation with God. and found it ever comfortable to assure them of found peace, and reconciliation with God. cc vvd pn31 av j pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f j n1, cc n1 p-acp np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 345
3912 That is the course, which the very Hypocrites, from the suggestion of naturall conscience, haue sometimes offered at, That is the course, which the very Hypocrites, from the suggestion of natural conscience, have sometime offered At, cst vbz dt n1, r-crq dt j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, vhb av vvn p-acp, (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 345
3913 as farre as Nature (enlightened, but vnrenewed) could leade them; and found it effectuall, to procure them at the least some forbearance of threatned iudgements, as Far as Nature (enlightened, but unrenewed) could lead them; and found it effectual, to procure them At the least Some forbearance of threatened Judgments, c-acp av-j c-acp n1 (vvn, cc-acp vvn) vmd vvi pno32; cc vvd pn31 j, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt ds d n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 345
3914 or abatement of temporall euills from God. or abatement of temporal evils from God. cc n1 pp-f j n2-jn p-acp np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 345
3915 Thus haue you heard three Vses made, of Gods Mercy in reuoking, ioyned with his Truth in performing, what he threatneth. One, to cheare vp the distressed ; Thus have you herd three Uses made, of God's Mercy in revoking, joined with his Truth in performing, what he threatens. One, to cheer up the distressed; av vhb pn22 vvn crd vvz vvn, pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp vvg, vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg, r-crq pns31 vvz. pi, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j-vvn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 345
3916 that hee despaire not, when God threatneth: another, to shake vp the secure ; that hee despise not, when God threatneth: that he despair not, when God threatens: Another, to shake up the secure; that he despise not, when God threatens: cst pns31 n1 xx, c-crq np1 vvz: j-jn, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j; cst pns31 vvb xx, c-crq np1 vvz: (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 345
3917 a third, to quicken vp all ; that they beleeue and repent, when God threatneth. There is yet another generall Vse to be made hereof; a third, to quicken up all; that they believe and Repent, when God threatens. There is yet Another general Use to be made hereof; dt ord, pc-acp vvi a-acp d; cst pns32 vvb cc vvb, c-crq np1 vvz. pc-acp vbz av j-jn n1 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 345
3918 which, though it bee not proper to the present argument, yet I cannot willingly passe without a little touching at it: which, though it be not proper to the present argument, yet I cannot willingly pass without a little touching At it: r-crq, cs pn31 vbb xx j p-acp dt j n1, av pns11 vmbx av-j vvi p-acp dt j vvg p-acp pn31: (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 345
3919 and that is, to instruct vs for the vnderstanding of Gods promises. For contraries, (as Promises and Threatnings are,) being of the like kinde and reason either with other, doe mutually giue and take light either to and from other. and that is, to instruct us for the understanding of God's promises. For contraries, (as Promises and Threatenings Are,) being of the like kind and reason either with other, do mutually give and take Light either to and from other. cc cst vbz, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 n2. p-acp n2-jn, (c-acp vvz cc n2-vvg vbr,) vbg pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 av-d p-acp n-jn, vdb av-j vvb cc vvb vvi d p-acp cc p-acp j-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3920 Gods threatnings are true and stedfast: God's threatenings Are true and steadfast: npg1 n2-vvg vbr j cc j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3921 his Promises are so too [ promisit qui non mentitur Deus, which God that cannot lye hath promised ] saith the Apostle in one place; and in another. his Promises Are so too [ Promised qui non mentitur Deus, which God that cannot lie hath promised ] Says the Apostle in one place; and in Another. png31 vvz vbr av av [ vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, r-crq np1 cst vmbx vvi vhz vvn ] vvz dt n1 p-acp crd n1; cc p-acp j-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3922 [ All the promises of God are Yea and Amen: [ All the promises of God Are Yea and Amen: [ d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr uh cc uh-n: (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3923 ] and where in a third place hee speaketh of two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lye, his Promise one of those two. ] and where in a third place he speaks of two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, his Promise one of those two. ] cc c-crq p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz pp-f crd j n2, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi, po31 n1 crd pp-f d crd. (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3924 The Promises then of God are true ; as his Threatnings are. Now looke on those Threatnings againe; The Promises then of God Are true; as his Threatenings Are. Now look on those Threatenings again; dt vvz av pp-f np1 vbr j; c-acp po31 n2-vvg vbr. av vvb p-acp d n2-vvg av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3925 which wee haue already found to be true, but withall Conditionall, and such as must be euer vnderstood with a clause of reseruation or exception. which we have already found to be true, but withal Conditional, and such as must be ever understood with a clause of reservation or exception. r-crq pns12 vhb av vvn pc-acp vbi j, p-acp av j, cc d c-acp vmb vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3926 It is so also in the Promises of God: It is so also in the Promises of God: pn31 vbz av av p-acp dt vvz pp-f np1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3927 they are true, but yet conditionall, and so they must euer be vnderstood with a conditionall clause. The exception there to be vnderstood, is Repentance : they Are true, but yet conditional, and so they must ever be understood with a conditional clause. The exception there to be understood, is Repentance: pns32 vbr j, p-acp av j, cc av pns32 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1. dt n1 a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz np1-n: (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3928 and the Condition here, Obedience. What God threatneth to doe vnto vs, absolutely in words; the meaning is, hee will doe it, vnlesse wee repent and amend : and the Condition Here, obedience. What God threatens to do unto us, absolutely in words; the meaning is, he will do it, unless we Repent and amend: cc dt n1 av, n1. r-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vdi p-acp pno12, av-j p-acp n2; dt n1 vbz, pns31 vmb vdi pn31, cs pns12 vvb cc vvi: (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3929 and what hee promiseth to doe for vs, absolutely in words; the meaning is, he will doe it, if wee beleeue and obey. and what he promises to do for us, absolutely in words; the meaning is, he will do it, if we believe and obey. cc r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi p-acp pno12, av-j p-acp n2; dt n1 vbz, pns31 vmb vdi pn31, cs pns12 vvb cc vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3930 And for so much as this clause is to bee vnderstood of course, in all Gods promises : And for so much as this clause is to be understood of course, in all God's promises: cc p-acp av av-d c-acp d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n1, p-acp d ng1 n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3931 we may not charge him with breach of Promise, though after hee doe not really performe that to vs, which the letter of his promise did import, we may not charge him with breach of Promise, though After he do not really perform that to us, which the Letter of his promise did import, pns12 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-acp c-acp pns31 vdb xx av-j vvi cst p-acp pno12, r-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vdd vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3932 if we breake the condition, and obey not. if we break the condition, and obey not. cs pns12 vvi dt n1, cc vvb xx. (14) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 346
3933 Wouldest thou know then, how thou art to entertaine Gods promises, & with what assurance to expect them? I answer, with a confident, and obedient heart. Wouldst thou know then, how thou art to entertain God's promises, & with what assurance to expect them? I answer, with a confident, and obedient heart. vmd2 pns21 vvi av, c-crq pns21 vb2r p-acp vvb n2 n2, cc p-acp r-crq n1 p-acp vvb pno32? pns11 vvb, p-acp dt j, cc j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3934 Confident, because hee is true, that hath promised; Obedient, because that is the condition, vnder which hee hath promised: Confident, Because he is true, that hath promised; Obedient, Because that is the condition, under which he hath promised: j, c-acp pns31 vbz j, cst vhz vvn; j, c-acp d vbz dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3935 Here is a curbe then for those mens presumption ; Here is a curb then for those men's presumption; av vbz dt n1 av p-acp d ng2 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3936 who liuing in sinne, and continuing in disobedience, dare yet lay claime to the good Promises of God. who living in sin, and Continuing in disobedience, Dare yet lay claim to the good Promises of God. r-crq vvg p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp n1, vvb av vvd n1 p-acp dt j vvz pp-f np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3937 If such men euer had any seeming interest in Gods Promises; the interest they had, they had but by contract and couenant: If such men ever had any seeming Interest in God's Promises; the Interest they had, they had but by contract and Covenant: cs d n2 av vhd d j-vvg n1 p-acp n2 vvz; dt n1 pns32 vhd, pns32 vhd cc-acp p-acp vvb cc n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3938 and that couenant, whether either of the two it was, Law or Gospell, it was conditionall. The couenant of the Law wholly, and à Priori conditionall; and that Covenant, whither either of the two it was, Law or Gospel, it was conditional. The Covenant of the Law wholly, and à Priori conditional; cc d n1, cs d pp-f dt crd pn31 vbds, n1 cc n1, pn31 vbds j. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-jn, cc fw-fr fw-la j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3939 Hoc fac & viues, Doe this and Liue : & the Couenant of the Gospel too, after a sort, and à Posteriori Conditionall; Hoc fac & vives, Do this and Live: & the Covenant of the Gospel too, After a sort, and à Posteriori Conditional; fw-la fw-la cc n2, vdb d cc vvb: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av, p-acp dt n1, cc fw-fr fw-la j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3940 Crede & Vines, Belieue and Liue. Crede & Vines, Believe and Live. fw-la cc n2, vvb cc vvb. (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3941 If then they haue broken the conditions of both couenants, and doe neither Beleeue, nor Doe what is required: If then they have broken the conditions of both Covenants, and do neither Believe, nor Do what is required: cs av pns32 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f d n2, cc vdb dx vvb, ccx vdb r-crq vbz vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3942 they haue by their Vnbeliefe and Disobedience forfeited all that seeming interest they had in those Promises. Gods Promises then, they have by their Unbelief and Disobedience forfeited all that seeming Interest they had in those Promises. God's Promises then, pns32 vhb p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 vvn d d j-vvg n1 pns32 vhd p-acp d vvz. npg1 vvz av, (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3943 though they be the very maine supporters of our Christian Faith and Hope, to as many of vs, though they be the very main supporters of our Christian Faith and Hope, to as many of us, cs pns32 vbb dt av j n2 pp-f po12 np1 n1 cc vvb, p-acp c-acp d pp-f pno12, (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3944 as whose consciences can witnesse vnto vs a sincere desire & endeauour of performing that Obedience we haue couenanted; as whose Consciences can witness unto us a sincere desire & endeavour of performing that obedience we have covenanted; p-acp rg-crq n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 dt j vvb cc vvb pp-f vvg d n1 pns12 vhb vvn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3945 yet are they to be embraced euen by such of vs, with a reuerend feare and trembling, at our owne vnworthinesse. yet Are they to be embraced even by such of us, with a reverend Fear and trembling, At our own unworthiness. av vbr pns32 pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp d pp-f pno12, p-acp dt j-jn vvb cc j-vvg, p-acp po12 d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3946 But as for the vncleane, and filthy, and polluted ; those Swine and Dogs, that delight in sinne and disobedience, and euery abomination: But as for the unclean, and filthy, and polluted; those Swine and Dogs, that delight in sin and disobedience, and every abomination: cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt j-u, cc j, cc vvn; d n1 cc n2, cst vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, cc d n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3947 they may set their hearts at rest for these matters; they haue neither part nor fellowship in any of the sweet promises of God. they may Set their hearts At rest for these matters; they have neither part nor fellowship in any of the sweet promises of God. pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2; pns32 vhb dx vvb ccx n1 p-acp d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 347
3948 Let dirty Swine wallow in their owne filth ; Let dirty Swine wallow in their own filth; vvb j n1 vvb p-acp po32 d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 348
3949 these rich pearles are not for them, they are too precious: let hungry Dogs glut themselues with their owne vomite ; these rich Pearls Are not for them, they Are too precious: let hungry Dogs glut themselves with their own vomit; d j n2 vbr xx p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr av j: vvb j n2 vvi px32 p-acp po32 d vvi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 348
3950 the Childrens bread is not for them, it is too delicious: Let him that will be filthy, be filthy still ; the Children's bred is not for them, it is too delicious: Let him that will be filthy, be filthy still; dt ng2 n1 vbz xx p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz av j: vvb pno31 cst vmb vbi j, vbi j av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 348
3951 the promises of God are holy things, and belong to none but those that are holy, and desire to be holy still. the promises of God Are holy things, and belong to none but those that Are holy, and desire to be holy still. dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j n2, cc vvi p-acp pix cc-acp d cst vbr j, cc n1 pc-acp vbi j av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 348
3952 For our selues in a word; For our selves in a word; p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 348
3953 let vs hope that a promise being left vs, if with faith and obedience and patience we waite for it, we shall in due time receiue it: let us hope that a promise being left us, if with faith and Obedience and patience we wait for it, we shall in due time receive it: vvb pno12 vvi cst dt n1 vbg vvn pno12, cs p-acp n1 cc n1 cc n1 pns12 vvb p-acp pn31, pns12 vmb p-acp j-jn n1 vvb pn31: (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 348
3954 but withall let vs feare, (as the Apostle exhorteth Heb. 4.) lest a promise being left vs, through disobedience or vnbeliefe, any of vs should seeme to come short of it. but withal let us Fear, (as the Apostle exhorteth Hebrew 4.) lest a promise being left us, through disobedience or unbelief, any of us should seem to come short of it. cc-acp av vvb pno12 vvi, (c-acp dt n1 vvz np1 crd) cs dt n1 vbg vvn pno12, p-acp n1 cc n1, d pp-f pno12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi j pp-f pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 348
3955 Thus much of the former thing proposed; Thus much of the former thing proposed; av d pp-f dt j n1 vvn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 348
3956 the mignifying of Gods Mercy, and the clearing of his Truth in the reuocation and suspension of of threatned iudgements; the mignifying of God's Mercy, and the clearing of his Truth in the revocation and suspension of of threatened Judgments; dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f a-acp j-vvn n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 348
3957 by occasion of these words [ I will not bring the Evill. by occasion of these words [ I will not bring the Evil. p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 [ pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 348
3958 ] There is yet a Circumstance remaining, of this generall part of my Text, which would not be forgotten: ] There is yet a Circumstance remaining, of this general part of my Text, which would not be forgotten: ] a-acp vbz av dt n1 vvg, pp-f d j n1 pp-f po11 n1, r-crq vmd xx vbi vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 348
3959 it is the extent of time, for the suspending of the iudge - [ I will not bring the Euill in his dayes. it is the extent of time, for the suspending of the judge - [ I will not bring the Evil in his days. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 - [ pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 348
3960 ] Something I would speake of it too by your patience: ] Something I would speak of it too by your patience: ] pi pns11 vmd vvi pp-f pn31 av p-acp po22 n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 348
3961 it shall not be much, because the season is sharpe, I haue not much sand to spend. it shall not be much, Because the season is sharp, I have not much sand to spend. pn31 vmb xx vbi av-d, c-acp dt n1 vbz j, pns11 vhb xx d n1 pc-acp vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 348
3962 I will not bring the evill in his dayes. The iudgement denounced against Ahabs house, was in the end executed vpon it; I will not bring the evil in his days. The judgement denounced against Ahabs house, was in the end executed upon it; pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2. dt n1 vvn p-acp n2 n1, vbds p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 348
3963 as appeareth in the sequele of the story, and especially from those words of Iehu (who was himselfe the instrument raised vp by the Lord, as appears in the sequel of the story, and especially from those words of Iehu (who was himself the Instrument raised up by the Lord, c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av-j p-acp d n2 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbds px31 dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 348
3964 and vsed for that execution,) in 4. King. 10. [ know that there shal fall to the earth nothing of the word of the Lord, which the Lord spake concerning the house of Ahab; and used for that execution,) in 4. King. 10. [ know that there shall fallen to the earth nothing of the word of the Lord, which the Lord spoke Concerning the house of Ahab; cc vvd p-acp d n1,) p-acp crd n1. crd [ vvb d a-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pix pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vvd vvg dt n1 pp-f np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 349
3965 for the Lord hath done that which he spake by his seruant Eliah. for the Lord hath done that which he spoke by his servant Elijah. p-acp dt n1 vhz vdn d r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1 np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 349
3966 ] Which were enough, (if there were nothing else to be said) to iustifie Gods Truth in this one particular. ] Which were enough, (if there were nothing Else to be said) to justify God's Truth in this one particular. ] r-crq vbdr d, (cs pc-acp vbdr pix av pc-acp vbi vvn) pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp d crd j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 349
3967 That which Ahab gained by his humiliation, was only the deferring of it for his time; That which Ahab gained by his humiliation, was only the deferring of it for his time; d r-crq np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, vbds av-j dt vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 349
3968 I will not bring the euill in his dayes. As if God had said, This wretched king hath prouoked me, I will not bring the evil in his days. As if God had said, This wretched King hath provoked me, pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2. c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn, d j n1 vhz vvn pno11, (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 349
3969 and pulled down a curse from me vpon his house, which it were but iust to bring vpon him and it without farther delay: and pulled down a curse from me upon his house, which it were but just to bring upon him and it without farther Delay: cc vvd a-acp dt vvb p-acp pno11 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pn31 vbdr p-acp j p-acp vvb p-acp pno31 cc pn31 p-acp jc n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 349
3970 yet because he made not a scoffe at my Prophet, but tooke my words something to heart, and was humbled by them; yet Because he made not a scoff At my Prophet, but took my words something to heart, and was humbled by them; av c-acp pns31 vvd xx dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc-acp vvd po11 n2 pi p-acp n1, cc vbds vvn p-acp pno32; (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 349
3971 he shall not say, but I will deale mercifully with him, and beyond his merit: he shall not say, but I will deal mercifully with him, and beyond his merit: pns31 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno31, cc p-acp po31 n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 349
3972 as ill as he deserueth it, I will doe him this fauour, I will not bring the euill that is determined against his house, in his dayes. as ill as he deserves it, I will do him this favour, I will not bring the evil that is determined against his house, in his days. c-acp j-jn c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, pns11 vmb vdi pno31 d n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn cst vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 349
3973 The thing I would obserue hence, is; That, when God hath determined a iudgement vpon any people, family, or place; The thing I would observe hence, is; That, when God hath determined a judgement upon any people, family, or place; dt n1 pns11 vmd vvi av, vbz; cst, c-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp d n1, n1, cc n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 349
3974 it is his great mercy to vs, if he doe not let vs liue to see it. it is his great mercy to us, if he do not let us live to see it. pn31 vbz po31 j n1 p-acp pno12, cs pns31 vdb xx vvi pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 349
3975 It cannot but be a great griefe, I say not now to a religious, but euen) to any soule, that hath not quite cast off all naturall affection; It cannot but be a great grief, I say not now to a religious, but even) to any soul, that hath not quite cast off all natural affection; pn31 vmbx p-acp vbi dt j n1, pns11 vvb xx av p-acp dt j, cc-acp av-j) p-acp d n1, cst vhz xx av vvn a-acp d j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 349
3976 to forethinke and foreknow the future calamities of his countrey and kindred. Xerxes could not forbeare weeping, beholding his huge army that followed him; to forethink and foreknow the future calamities of his country and kindred. Xerxes could not forbear weeping, beholding his huge army that followed him; p-acp vvi cc vvi dt j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. npg1 vmd xx vvi vvg, vvg po31 j n1 cst vvd pno31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 349
3977 onely to thinke, that within some few scores of yeares so many thousands of proper men would be all dead and rotten: only to think, that within Some few scores of Years so many thousands of proper men would be all dead and rotten: av-j pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp d d n2 pp-f n2 av d crd pp-f j n2 vmd vbi d j cc j-vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 349
3978 and yet that a thing that must needes haue happened by the necessitie of nature, if no sad accident or common calamitie should hasten the accomplishment of it. and yet that a thing that must needs have happened by the necessity of nature, if no sad accident or Common calamity should hasten the accomplishment of it. cc av cst dt n1 cst vmb av vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs dx j n1 cc j n1 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 350
3979 The declination of a Commonwealth, and the funerall of a Kingdome, foreseene in the generall corruption of manners and decay of discipline, (the most certaine symptomes of a tottering State;) haue fetched teares from the eyes, The declination of a Commonwealth, and the funeral of a Kingdom, foreseen in the general corruption of manners and decay of discipline, (the most certain symptoms of a tottering State;) have fetched tears from the eyes, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f n2 cc n1 pp-f n1, (dt av-ds j n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1;) vhb vvn n2 p-acp dt n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 350
3980 and bloud from the hearts, of heathen men zealously affected to their Countrey. and blood from the hearts, of heathen men zealously affected to their Country. cc n1 p-acp dt n2, pp-f j-jn n2 av-j vvn p-acp po32 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 350
3981 How much more griefe then must it needes be, to them that acknowledge the true God, not onely to foreknow the extraordinary plagues and miseries and calamities which shall befall their posteritie: How much more grief then must it needs be, to them that acknowledge the true God, not only to foreknow the extraordinary plagues and misery's and calamities which shall befall their posterity: c-crq d dc n1 av vmb pn31 av vbi, p-acp pno32 cst vvb dt j np1, xx av-j p-acp vvi dt j n2 cc n2 cc n2 r-crq vmb vvi po32 n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 350
3982 but also to fore-read in them Gods fierce wrath and heauie displeasure and bitter vengeance, against their owne sinnes, but also to fore-read in them God's fierce wrath and heavy displeasure and bitter vengeance, against their own Sins, cc-acp av p-acp j p-acp pno32 n2 j n1 cc j n1 cc j n1, p-acp po32 d n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 350
3983 and the sinnes of their posterity? Our blessed Sauiour, though himselfe without sinne, and so no way accessory to the procuring of the euills that should ensue, could not yet but weepe ouer the City of Ierusalem, when he beheld the present securitie, and the future ruine thereof. and the Sins of their posterity? Our blessed Saviour, though himself without sin, and so no Way accessory to the procuring of the evils that should ensue, could not yet but weep over the city of Ierusalem, when he beheld the present security, and the future ruin thereof. cc dt n2 pp-f po32 n1? po12 j-vvn n1, cs px31 p-acp n1, cc av dx n1 j-jn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2-jn cst vmd vvi, vmd xx av p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvd dt j n1, cc dt j-jn vvi av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 350
3984 A griefe it is then to know these things shall happen: A grief it is then to know these things shall happen: dt n1 pn31 vbz av pc-acp vvi d n2 vmb vvi: (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 350
3985 but some happinesse withall, and to be acknowledged as a great fauour from God, to be assured that we shall neuer see them. but Some happiness withal, and to be acknowledged as a great favour from God, to be assured that we shall never see them. cc-acp d n1 av, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi vvn cst pns12 vmb av-x vvi pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 350
3986 It is no small Mercy in him, it is no small Comfort to vs: if either hee take vs away, before his iudgements come; It is no small Mercy in him, it is no small Comfort to us: if either he take us away, before his Judgments come; pn31 vbz dx j n1 p-acp pno31, pn31 vbz dx j vvb p-acp pno12: cs d pns31 vvb pno12 av, c-acp po31 n2 vvb; (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 350
3987 or keepe his iudgements away, till we be gone. or keep his Judgments away, till we be gone. cc vvb po31 n2 av, c-acp pns12 vbb vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 350
3988 When God had told Abraham in Gen. 15. that his seede should be a stranger in a land that was not theirs, meaning Egypt, where they should be kept vnder, and afflicted 400. yeares : When God had told Abraham in Gen. 15. that his seed should be a stranger in a land that was not theirs, meaning Egypt, where they should be kept under, and afflicted 400. Years: c-crq np1 vhd vvn np1 p-acp np1 crd cst po31 n1 vmd vbi dt jc p-acp dt n1 cst vbds xx png32, vvg np1, c-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp, cc j-vvn crd n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 351
3989 lest the good Patriarch should haue beene swallowed vp with griefe at it; lest the good Patriarch should have been swallowed up with grief At it; cs dt j n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pn31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 351
3990 hee comforteth him, as with a promise of their glorious deliuerance at the last, so with a promise also of prosperitie to his owne person, he comforts him, as with a promise of their glorious deliverance At the last, so with a promise also of Prosperity to his own person, pns31 vvz pno31, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp dt ord, av p-acp dt n1 av pp-f n1 p-acp po31 d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 351
3991 and for his owne time, [ But thou shalt go to thy fathers in peace, & shalt be buryed in a good old age, vers. 15. ]. and for his own time, [ But thou shalt go to thy Father's in peace, & shalt be buried in a good old age, vers. 15. ]. cc p-acp po31 d n1, [ cc-acp pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp po21 n2 p-acp n1, cc vm2 vbi vvn p-acp dt j j n1, fw-la. crd ]. (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 351
3992 In Esay 39. when Hezekiah heard from the mouth of the Prophet Esaiah, that all the treasures in the Lords house & in the Kings house should be carried into Babylon, and that his sonnes whom he should beget should be taken away, In Isaiah 39. when Hezekiah herd from the Mouth of the Prophet Isaiah, that all the treasures in the lords house & in the Kings house should be carried into Babylon, and that his Sons whom he should beget should be taken away, p-acp np1 crd c-crq np1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, cst d dt n2 p-acp dt n2 n1 cc p-acp dt ng1 n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc d po31 n2 r-crq pns31 vmd vvi vmd vbi vvn av, (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 351
3993 and made Eunuchs in the palace of the King of Babylon: and made Eunuchs in the palace of the King of Babylon: cc vvd n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 351
3994 he submitted himself (as it became him to do,) to the sentence of God; he submitted himself (as it became him to do,) to the sentence of God; pns31 vvd px31 (c-acp pn31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vdi,) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 351
3995 and comforted himselfe with this, that yet there should be peace and truth in his dayes, vers. 8. In 4. King. 22. when Huldah had prophesied of the euill that God would bring vpon the City of Ierusalem, and the whole land of Iudah ; and comforted himself with this, that yet there should be peace and truth in his days, vers. 8. In 4. King. 22. when Huldah had prophesied of the evil that God would bring upon the city of Ierusalem, and the Whole land of Iudah; cc vvd px31 p-acp d, cst av a-acp vmd vbi n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n2, fw-la. crd p-acp crd n1. crd c-crq np1 vhd vvn pp-f dt j-jn cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 351
3996 in the name of the Lord shee pronounceth this as a courtesie from the Lord vnto good King Iosiah, [ Because thy heart was tender, in the name of the Lord she pronounceth this as a courtesy from the Lord unto good King Josiah, [ Because thy heart was tender, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz d p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1 np1, [ c-acp po21 n1 vbds j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 351
3997 and thou hast humbled thy selfe — Behold therefore I will gather thee vnto thy fathers, and thou hast humbled thy self — Behold Therefore I will gather thee unto thy Father's, cc pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1 — vvb av pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 351
3998 and thou shalt be gathered vnto thy graue in peace, and thine eyes shall not see all the euill, which I will bring vpon this place. ] vers. last. and thou shalt be gathered unto thy graven in peace, and thine eyes shall not see all the evil, which I will bring upon this place. ] vers. last. cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1, cc po21 n2 vmb xx vvi d dt j-jn, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1. ] fw-la. ord. (14) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 351
3999 Indeed euery man should haue, and euery good man hath, an honest care of posterity; Indeed every man should have, and every good man hath, an honest care of posterity; av d n1 vmd vhi, cc d j n1 vhz, dt j n1 pp-f n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 351
4000 would reioyce to see things settled well for them, would grieue to see things likely to goe ill with them. would rejoice to see things settled well for them, would grieve to see things likely to go ill with them. vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n2 vvn av p-acp pno32, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n2 j p-acp vvb j-jn p-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 351
4001 That common speech which was so frequent with Liberius, was monstrous, and not sauouring of common humanity NONLATINALPHABET, That Common speech which was so frequent with Liberius, was monstrous, and not savouring of Common humanity, cst j n1 r-crq vbds av j p-acp np1, vbds j, cc xx vvg pp-f j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 352
4002 When I am gone, let heauen and earth be jumbled againe into their old Chaos: but hee that mended it, with NONLATINALPHABET, yea (saith he,) whilest I liue; When I am gone, let heaven and earth be jumbled again into their old Chaos: but he that mended it, with, yea (Says he,) whilst I live; c-crq pns11 vbm vvn, vvb n1 cc n1 vbb vvn av p-acp po32 j n1: cc-acp pns31 cst vvd pn31, p-acp, uh (vvz pns31,) cs pns11 vvb; (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 352
4003 seemeth to haue renounced all that was man in him. Aristotle hath taught vs better, what reason taught him, that Res posterorum pertinent ad defunctos ; seems to have renounced all that was man in him. Aristotle hath taught us better, what reason taught him, that Rest posterorum pertinent ad defunctos; vvz pc-acp vhi vvd d cst vbds n1 p-acp pno31. np1 vhz vvn pno12 j, q-crq n1 vvd pno31, cst fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la; (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 352
4004 the good or euill of those that come after vs, doth more than nothing concerne vs, the good or evil of those that come After us, does more than nothing concern us, dt j cc j-jn pp-f d cst vvb p-acp pno12, vdz dc cs pix vvi pno12, (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 352
4005 when we are dead and gone. This is true: when we Are dead and gone. This is true: c-crq pns12 vbr j cc vvn. d vbz j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 352
4006 but yet Proximus egomet mî, though it were the speech of a Sharke in the Comedy, will beare a good construction ; but yet Proximus Egomet mî, though it were the speech of a Shark in the Comedy, will bear a good construction; cc-acp av np1 n1 n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi dt j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 352
4007 Euery man is neerest to himselfe: Every man is nearest to himself: d n1 vbz av-j p-acp px31: (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 352
4008 and that Charity, which looketh abroad, and seeketh not onely her owne, yet beginneth at home, and seeketh first her owne. and that Charity, which looks abroad, and seeks not only her own, yet begins At home, and seeks First her own. cc d n1, r-crq vvz av, cc vvz xx av-j po31 d, av vvz p-acp n1-an, cc vvz ord po31 d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 352
4009 Whence it is, that a godly man, as he hath just cause to grieue for posterities sake, Whence it is, that a godly man, as he hath just cause to grieve for Posterities sake, c-crq pn31 vbz, cst dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vhz j n1 p-acp vvb p-acp n2 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 352
4010 if they must feele Gods judgements; if they must feel God's Judgments; cs pns32 vmb vvi n2 n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 352
4011 so hee hath good cause to reioyce for his owne sake, if he shall escape them: so he hath good cause to rejoice for his own sake, if he shall escape them: av pns31 vhz j n1 p-acp vvb p-acp po31 d n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi pno32: (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 352
4012 and he is no lesse to take knowledge of Gods Mercy, in sparing him; than of his Iustice, in striking them. and he is no less to take knowledge of God's Mercy, in sparing him; than of his justice, in striking them. cc pns31 vbz av-dx av-dc pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp vvg pno31; cs pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 352
4013 This point is vsefull many wayes: I will touch but some of them, and that very briefly. This point is useful many ways: I will touch but Some of them, and that very briefly. d n1 vbz j d n2: pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d pp-f pno32, cc cst av av-j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 352
4014 First, here is one Comfort, amongst many other, against the bitternesse of temporall death. If God cut thee off in the middest of thy daies, and best of thy strength; First, Here is one Comfort, among many other, against the bitterness of temporal death. If God Cut thee off in the midst of thy days, and best of thy strength; ord, av vbz crd n1, p-acp d n-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. cs np1 vvb pno21 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, cc av-js pp-f po21 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 352
4015 if death turne thee pale, before age haue turned thee gray ; if the flower be plucked off before it begin to wither : if death turn thee pale, before age have turned thee grey; if the flower be plucked off before it begin to wither: cs n1 vvb pno21 j, p-acp n1 vhb vvn pno21 j-jn; cs dt n1 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp pn31 vvb p-acp vvb: (14) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 352
4016 grudge not at thy lot therein; grudge not At thy lot therein; vvb xx p-acp po21 n1 av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 352
4017 but meete Gods Messenger cheerfully, & embrace him thankfully. It may bee, God hath some great worke in hand, from which he meaneth to saue thee. but meet God's Messenger cheerfully, & embrace him thankfully. It may be, God hath Some great work in hand, from which he means to save thee. cc-acp vvb npg1 n1 av-j, cc vvi pno31 av-j. pn31 vmb vbi, np1 vhz d j n1 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno21. (14) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 353
4018 It may be, he sendeth death to thee, as he sent his Angel to Lot ; It may be, he sends death to thee, as he sent his Angel to Lot; pn31 vmb vbi, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno21, c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 353
4019 to plucke thee out of the middest of a froward and crooked generation, and to snatch thee away, to pluck thee out of the midst of a froward and crooked generation, and to snatch thee away, p-acp vvi pno21 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno21 av, (14) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 353
4020 lest a worse thing than death should happen vnto thee. lest a Worse thing than death should happen unto thee. cs dt jc n1 cs n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno21. (14) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 353
4021 Cast not therefore a longing eye back vpon Sodome, neither desire to linger in the plaine ; (it is but a vallie of teares and miserie:) but vp to the mountaine from whence commeth thy saluation, lest some euill ouertake thee. Cast not Therefore a longing eye back upon Sodom, neither desire to linger in the plain; (it is but a valley of tears and misery:) but up to the mountain from whence comes thy salvation, lest Some evil overtake thee. n1 xx av dt j-vvg n1 av p-acp np1, dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j; (pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1:) cc-acp a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp q-crq vvz po21 n1, cs d n-jn vvb pno21. (14) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 353
4022 Possibly that which thou thinkest an vntimely death, may bee to thee a double aduantage: a great aduantage, in vshering thee so early into Gods glorious presence ; Possibly that which thou Thinkest an untimely death, may be to thee a double advantage: a great advantage, in ushering thee so early into God's glorious presence; av-j cst r-crq pns21 vv2 dt j n1, vmb vbi p-acp pno21 dt j-jn n1: dt j n1, p-acp vvg pno21 av av-j p-acp npg1 j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 353
4023 and some aduantage too, in plucking thee so seasonably from Gods imminent iudgements. It is a fauour to be taken away betimes, and Some advantage too, in plucking thee so seasonably from God's imminent Judgments. It is a favour to be taken away betimes, cc d n1 av, p-acp vvg pno21 av av-j p-acp npg1 j n2. pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av av, (14) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 353
4024 when euill is determined vpon those that are left. when evil is determined upon those that Are left. c-crq j-jn vbz vvn p-acp d cst vbr vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 353
4025 Secondly, here is a Warning for vs, to take consideration of the losse of good or vsefull men; Secondly, Here is a Warning for us, to take consideration of the loss of good or useful men; ord, av vbz dt vvg p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 353
4026 and to feare, when they are going from vs, that some euill is comming towards vs. The Prophet complaineth of the too great and generall neglect hereof in his times; and to Fear, when they Are going from us, that Some evil is coming towards us The Prophet Complaineth of the too great and general neglect hereof in his times; cc p-acp vvb, c-crq pns32 vbr vvg p-acp pno12, cst d n-jn vbz vvg p-acp pno12 dt n1 vvz pp-f dt av j cc j n1 av p-acp po31 n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 353
4027 [ The righteous perisheth, and no man layeth it to heart; [ The righteous Perishes, and no man Layeth it to heart; [ dt j vvz, cc dx n1 vvz pn31 p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 353
4028 and mercifull men are taken away, none considering that the righteous is taken away from the euill to come. and merciful men Are taken away, none considering that the righteous is taken away from the evil to come. cc j n2 vbr vvn av, pix vvg cst dt j vbz vvn av p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 354
4029 Esay 57. ] When God sendeth his Angel to plucke out his righteous Lots, what may Sodome expect but fire and brimstone to be rained down vpon them? When he plucketh vp the fairest and choysest flowers in his garden, Isaiah 57. ] When God sends his Angel to pluck out his righteous Lots, what may Sodom expect but fire and brimstone to be reigned down upon them? When he plucketh up the Fairest and Choicest flowers in his garden, np1 crd ] c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av po31 j n2, r-crq vmb np1 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pno32? c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp dt js cc js n2 p-acp po31 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 354
4030 & croppeth off the tops of the goodliest poppies: who can thinke other, than that he meaneth to lay his garden wast, & croppeth off the tops of the Goodliest poppies: who can think other, than that he means to lay his garden wast, cc vvz a-acp dt n2 pp-f dt js n2: r-crq vmb vvi j-jn, cs cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 354
4031 and to turne it into a wilde wildernesse? When he vndermineth the maine pillars of the house, taketh away the very props and buttresses of Church & Cōmonweale; and to turn it into a wild Wilderness? When he undermineth the main pillars of the house, Takes away the very props and buttresses of Church & Commonweal; cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1? c-crq pns31 vvz dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, vvz av dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 354
4032 sweepeth away religious Princes, wise Senatours, zealous Magistrates, painefull Ministers, men of eminent ranck, gifts, or example: who can bee secure, that either Church, or Common weale shall stand vp long; sweeps away religious Princes, wise Senators, zealous Magistrates, painful Ministers, men of eminent rank, Gifts, or Exampl: who can be secure, that either Church, or Common weal shall stand up long; vvz av j n2, j n2, j n2, j n2, n2 pp-f j j, n2, cc n1: r-crq vmb vbi j, cst d n1, cc j n1 vmb vvb a-acp av-j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 354
4033 and not totter at least, if not fall? God in Mercy, taketh such away from the euil to come: and not totter At least, if not fallen? God in Mercy, Takes such away from the evil to come: cc xx vvi p-acp ds, cs xx vvi? np1 p-acp n1, vvz d av p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi: (14) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 354
4034 we in wisedome should look for euil to come, when God taketh such away. Thirdly; we in Wisdom should look for evil to come, when God Takes such away. Thirdly; pns12 p-acp n1 vmd vvi p-acp j-jn pc-acp vvi, c-crq np1 vvz d av. ord; (14) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 354
4035 here is instruction for Worldlings, to make much of those few godly ones that liue among them: Here is instruction for Worldlings, to make much of those few godly ones that live among them: av vbz n1 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi d pp-f d d j pi2 cst vvi p-acp pno32: (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 354
4036 for they are the very pawnes of their peace, and the pledges of their securitie. for they Are the very pawns of their peace, and the pledges of their security. c-acp pns32 vbr dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po32 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 354
4037 Thinke not, yee filthy Sodomites, it is for your owne sakes, that yee haue been spared so long; Think not, ye filthy Sodomites, it is for your own sakes, that ye have been spared so long; vvb xx, pn22 j n2, pn31 vbz p-acp po22 d n2, cst pn22 vhb vbn vvn av av-j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 354
4038 know to whom you are beholden: know to whom you Are beholden: vvb p-acp ro-crq pn22 vbr vvi: (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 354
4039 This fellow that came into soiourne among you, this stranger, this Lott, whom you so hate, and maligne, and disquiet; This fellow that Come into sojourn among you, this stranger, this Lott, whom you so hate, and malign, and disquiet; d n1 cst vvd p-acp n1 p-acp pn22, d n1, d np1, ro-crq pn22 av vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 354
4040 hee it is that hath bayled you hitherto, and giuen you protection. Despise not Gods patience, and long-suffering, yee prophane ones ; he it is that hath bailed you hitherto, and given you protection. Despise not God's patience, and long-suffering, ye profane ones; pns31 pn31 vbz cst vhz vvn pn22 av, cc vvn pn22 n1. vvb xx npg1 n1, cc j, pn22 j pi2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 354
4041 neither blesse your selues in your vngodly waies: neither say, Wee prosper, though wee walke in the lusts of our hearts. neither bless your selves in your ungodly ways: neither say, we prosper, though we walk in the Lustiest of our hearts. av-dx vvb po22 n2 p-acp po22 j n2: av-dx vvb, pns12 vvb, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 354
4042 This and thus wee haue done, and nothing hath beene done to vs, God holdeth his hand, and he holdeth his tongue at vs; This and thus we have done, and nothing hath been done to us, God holds his hand, and he holds his tongue At us; np1 cc av pns12 vhb vdn, cc pix vhz vbn vdn p-acp pno12, np1 vvz po31 n1, cc pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno12; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4043 surely he is such a one as our selues. surely he is such a one as our selves. av-j pns31 vbz d dt crd c-acp po12 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4044 Learne, O yee despisers, that if God thus forbeare you, it is not at all for your owne sakes, Learn, Oh ye despisers, that if God thus forbear you, it is not At all for your own sakes, vvb, uh pn22 n2, cst cs np1 av vvi pn22, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d c-acp po22 d n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4045 or because he careth not to punish euill-doers: no; or Because he Careth not to Punish evildoers: no; cc c-acp pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi n2: uh-dx; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4046 he hath a little remnant, a little flock, a little handfull of his owne among you; he hath a little remnant, a little flock, a little handful of his own among you; pns31 vhz dt j n1, dt j vvb, dt j n1 pp-f po31 d p-acp pn22; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4047 a few names that haue giuen themselues vnto him, and call vpon him daily for mercy vpon the land, a few names that have given themselves unto him, and call upon him daily for mercy upon the land, dt d n2 cst vhb vvn px32 p-acp pno31, cc vvb p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4048 and that weepe and mourne in secret and vpon their beds for your abominations; and that weep and mourn in secret and upon their Beds for your abominations; cc cst vvb cc vvi p-acp j-jn cc p-acp po32 n2 p-acp po22 n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4049 whom you hate, and despise, and persecute, and defame, and account as the very scumme of the people, whom you hate, and despise, and persecute, and defame, and account as the very scum of the people, r-crq pn22 vvi, cc vvb, cc vvi, cc vvi, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4050 and the refuse and off-scouring of all things; to whom yet you owe your preseruation. and the refuse and offscouring of all things; to whom yet you owe your preservation. cc dt n1 cc j pp-f d n2; p-acp ro-crq av pn22 vvb po22 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4051 Surely, if it were not for some godly Iehoshaphat or other, whose presence God regardeth among you; Surely, if it were not for Some godly Jehoshaphat or other, whose presence God Regardeth among you; np1, cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp d j np1 cc n-jn, rg-crq n1 np1 vvz p-acp pn22; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4052 if it were not for some zealous Moses or other that standeth in the gap for you: if it were not for Some zealous Moses or other that Stands in the gap for you: cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp d j np1 cc n-jn cst vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn22: (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4053 Gods wrath had entred in vpon you long ere this, as a mighty breach of water; God's wrath had entered in upon you long ere this, as a mighty breach of water; npg1 n1 vhd vvn p-acp p-acp pn22 av-j c-acp d, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4054 and as an ouerflowing deluge ouerwhelmed you; and as an overflowing deluge overwhelmed you; cc c-acp dt j-vvg n1 vvn pn22; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4055 and you had beene swept away as with the besome of destruction, and deuoured as stubble before the fire. and you had been swept away as with the besom of destruction, and devoured as stubble before the fire. cc pn22 vhd vbn vvn av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4056 It is the innocent that deliuereth the land, and repriueth it from destruction, when the sentence of desolation is pronounced against it; It is the innocent that Delivereth the land, and reprieveth it from destruction, when the sentence of desolation is pronounced against it; pn31 vbz dt j-jn cst vvz dt n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4057 and it is deliuered by the purenesse of his hands. and it is Delivered by the pureness of his hands. cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4058 O the goodnesse of our God! that would haue spared the fiue Cities of the salt sea, Oh the Goodness of our God! that would have spared the fiue Cities of the salt sea, uh dt n1 pp-f po12 np1 cst vmd vhi vvn dt crd ng1 pp-f dt n1 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4059 if among so many thousands of beastly & filthy persons there had been found but ten righteous ones; if among so many thousands of beastly & filthy Persons there had been found but ten righteous ones; cs p-acp av d crd pp-f j cc j n2 a-acp vhd vbn vvn p-acp crd j pi2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4060 and that was for each city, but two persons: and that was for each City, but two Persons: cc cst vbds p-acp d n1, cc-acp crd n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 355
4061 nay, that would haue pardoned Ierusalem, if in all the streetes and broad places thereof, replenished with a world of Idolaters, nay, that would have pardoned Ierusalem, if in all the streets and broad places thereof, replenished with a world of Idolaters, uh-x, cst vmd vhi vvn np1, cs p-acp d dt n2 cc j n2 av, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4062 and Swearers, and Adulterers, and Oppressours, there had bin found but one single man, that executed iudgement, and sought the truth from his heart. and Swearers, and Adulterers, and Oppressors, there had been found but one single man, that executed judgement, and sought the truth from his heart. cc n2, cc n2, cc ng2, pc-acp vhd vbn vvn p-acp crd j n1, cst vvd n1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4063 But on the madnesse of the men of this foolish world withall! But on the madness of the men of this foolish world withal! p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d j n1 av! (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4064 who seek to doe them most mischiefe of all others, who of all others do them most good ; who seek to do them most mischief of all Others, who of all Others do them most good; q-crq vvb pc-acp vdi pno32 ds n1 pp-f d n2-jn, r-crq pp-f d n2-jn vdb pno32 av-ds j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4065 thirsting most after their destruction, who are the chiefest instruments of their preseruation. Oh foolish and mad world! thirsting most After their destruction, who Are the chiefest Instruments of their preservation. O foolish and mad world! vvg av-ds p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vbr dt js-jn n2 pp-f po32 n1. uh j cc j n1! (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4066 if thou hadst but wit enough, yet, yet to hugge and to make much of that little flocke, the hostages of thy peace, if thou Hadst but wit enough, yet, yet to hug and to make much of that little flock, the hostages of thy peace, cs pns21 vhd2 p-acp n1 av-d, av, av p-acp vvb cc p-acp vvb av-d pp-f cst j n1, dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4067 and the earnest of thy tranquillity! and the earnest of thy tranquillity! cc dt j pp-f po21 n1! (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4068 if thou wouldest but know, euen thou, at least in this thy day, the things that belong vnto thy peace ! if thou Wouldst but know, even thou, At least in this thy day, the things that belong unto thy peace! cs pns21 vmd2 cc-acp vvb, av pns21, p-acp ds p-acp d po21 n1, dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po21 n1! (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4069 Thou art yet happy, that God hath a remnant in thee: Thou art yet happy, that God hath a remnant in thee: pns21 vb2r av j, cst np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp pno21: (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4070 and if thou knewest how to make vse of this happinesse, at least in this thy day, by honouring their persons, by procuring their safety and welfare, by following their examples, by praying for their continuance ; and if thou Knewest how to make use of this happiness, At least in this thy day, by honouring their Persons, by procuring their safety and welfare, by following their Examples, by praying for their Continuance; cc cs pns21 vvd2 c-crq pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp ds p-acp d po21 n1, p-acp vvg po32 n2, p-acp vvg po32 n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg po32 n2, p-acp vvg p-acp po32 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4071 thou mightest be still, and more, and euer happy. But if these things, that belong vnto thy peace, bee now hidden from thine eyes ; thou Mightest be still, and more, and ever happy. But if these things, that belong unto thy peace, be now hidden from thine eyes; pns21 vmd2 vbi av, cc av-dc, cc av j. p-acp cs d n2, cst vvb p-acp po21 n1, vbb av vvn p-acp po21 n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4072 if these men, that prolong thy peace, and prorogue thy destruction, bee now despised in thy heart, in this day of thy peace: God is iust ; if these men, that prolong thy peace, and prorogue thy destruction, be now despised in thy heart, in this day of thy peace: God is just; cs d n2, cst vvi po21 n1, cc vvi po21 n1, vbb av j-vvn p-acp po21 n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f po21 n1: np1 vbz j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4073 Thou knowest not how soone they may be taken from thee: and though he doe not bring the euill vpon thee in their daies ; Thou Knowest not how soon they may be taken from thee: and though he do not bring the evil upon thee in their days; pns21 vv2 xx c-crq av pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno21: cc cs pns31 vdb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp pno21 p-acp po32 ng2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4074 when they are gone, thou knowest not how soone vengeance may ouertake thee, and then shall he teare thee in pieces, when they Are gone, thou Knowest not how soon vengeance may overtake thee, and then shall he tear thee in Pieces, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, pns21 vv2 xx c-crq av n1 vmb vvi pno21, cc av vmb pns31 vvi pno21 p-acp n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4075 and there shall be none left to deliuer thee. I haue now done. and there shall be none left to deliver thee. I have now done. cc pc-acp vmb vbi pix vvd pc-acp vvi pno21. pns11 vhb av vdn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 356
4076 Beseech wee God the Father of mercies, for his deare sonne Iesus Christ his sake, to shed his Holy Spirit into our hearts; Beseech we God the Father of Mercies, for his deer son Iesus christ his sake, to shed his Holy Spirit into our hearts; vvb pns12 np1 dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp po31 j-jn n1 np1 np1 po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp po12 n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 357
4077 that by his good blessing vpon vs, that which hath beene presently deliuered agreeably to his holy truth and word, may take roote downewards in our hearts, that by his good blessing upon us, that which hath been presently Delivered agreeably to his holy truth and word, may take root downwards in our hearts, cst p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp pno12, cst r-crq vhz vbn av-j vvn av-j p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, vmb vvi vvi av-j p-acp po12 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 357
4078 and bring forth fruite vpwards in our liues and conuersations: and bring forth fruit upwards in our lives and conversations: cc vvi av n1 av-j p-acp po12 n2 cc n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 357
4079 and so to assist vs euer with his grace, that we may with humble confidence lay hold on his mercies, with cheerefull reuerence tremble at his iudgements, by vnfained repentance turne from vs what he hath threatned, and by vnwearied Obedience assure vnto vs what he hath promised. To which Holy Father, Sonne, and Spirit, three persons, and &c. and so to assist us ever with his grace, that we may with humble confidence lay hold on his Mercies, with cheerful Reverence tremble At his Judgments, by unfeigned Repentance turn from us what he hath threatened, and by unwearied obedience assure unto us what he hath promised. To which Holy Father, Son, and Spirit, three Persons, and etc. cc av pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp po31 n1, cst pns12 vmb p-acp j n1 vvb vvb p-acp po31 n2, p-acp j n1 vvi p-acp po31 n2, p-acp j n1 vvb p-acp pno12 r-crq pns31 vhz vvd, cc p-acp j n1 vvb p-acp pno12 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. p-acp r-crq j n1, n1, cc n1, crd n2, cc av (14) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 357
4080 THE THIRD SERMON. 3 KINGS 21.29. — I will not bring the euill in his dayes: THE THIRD SERMON. 3 KINGS 21.29. — I will not bring the evil in his days: dt ord n1. crd n2 crd. — pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 358
4081 but in his sonnes dayes will I bring the euill vpon his house. but in his Sons days will I bring the evil upon his house. cc-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n2 vmb pns11 vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 285 Page 358
4082 I Come now this third time to entreate of this Scripture, and (by Gods helpe) to finish it. I Come now this third time to entreat of this Scripture, and (by God's help) to finish it. pns11 vvb av d ord n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1, cc (p-acp npg1 n1) pc-acp vvi pn31. (15) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 358
4083 Of the three parts whereof, heretofore propounded, viz. 1. Ahabs Humiliation ; 2. the Suspension of his iudgement for life; Of the three parts whereof, heretofore propounded, viz. 1. Ahabs Humiliation; 2. the Suspension of his judgement for life; pp-f dt crd n2 c-crq, av vvn, n1 crd npg1 n1; crd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 358
4084 3. and the Deuolution of it vpon Iehoram ; the two former hauing beene already handled: the last only now remaineth to bee considered of. In the prosecution whereof; 3. and the Devolution of it upon Jehoram; the two former having been already handled: the last only now remains to be considered of. In the prosecution whereof; crd cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1; dt crd j j-vvg vbn av vvn: dt ord av-j av vvz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f. p-acp dt n1 c-crq; (15) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 358
4085 as heretofore wee haue cleared Gods Holinesse, and Truth: so wee shall be now occasioned to cleare his Iustice, from such imputations, as heretofore we have cleared God's Holiness, and Truth: so we shall be now occasioned to clear his justice, from such imputations, c-acp av pns12 vhb vvn npg1 n1, cc n1: av pns12 vmb vbi av vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp d n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 358
4086 as might seeme to lye vpon it from this Act. And that in three respects; as might seem to lie upon it from this Act. And that in three respects; c-acp vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1 cc cst p-acp crd n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 358
4087 accordingly as Iehoram, who standeth here punishable for Ahabs sinne, may be considered in a threefold reference to Ahab: that is to say, either relatè, as the sonne of Ahab ; accordingly as Jehoram, who Stands Here punishable for Ahabs sin, may be considered in a threefold Referente to Ahab: that is to say, either relatè, as the son of Ahab; av-vvg a-acp n1, r-crq vvz av j p-acp vvz n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1: cst vbz pc-acp vvi, d fw-la, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 359
4088 or disparatè, as another man from Ahab ; or disparatè, as Another man from Ahab; cc fw-la, p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp np1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 359
4089 or comparatè, as a man not altogether so bad as Ahab. Now what Iustice first to punish the sonne for the father? or indeed secondly, any one man for another? but most of all thirdly, the lesser offender for the greater? or comparatè, as a man not altogether so bad as Ahab. Now what justice First to Punish the son for the father? or indeed secondly, any one man for Another? but most of all Thirdly, the lesser offender for the greater? cc fw-la, p-acp dt n1 xx av av j c-acp np1. av q-crq n1 ord pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1? cc av ord, d crd n1 p-acp j-jn? cc-acp ds pp-f d ord, dt jc n1 p-acp dt jc? (15) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 359
4090 It is not a matter of so much difficulty, as at the first appearance it seemeth, to cleere these doubts ; It is not a matter of so much difficulty, as At the First appearance it seems, to clear these doubts; pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f av d n1, c-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pn31 vvz, pc-acp vvi d n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 359
4091 if all things thereto appertaining bee duly and distinctly considered. if all things thereto appertaining bee duly and distinctly considered. cs d n2 av vvg n1 av-jn cc av-j vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 359
4092 The greatest trouble will bee, (the things being of more variety than hardnesse,) to sort them in such manner, The greatest trouble will be, (the things being of more variety than hardness,) to sort them in such manner, dt js n1 vmb vbi, (dt n2 vbg pp-f dc n1 cs n1,) p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp d n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 359
4093 as that we may therein proceed orderly and without confusion. Euermore, we know, Certainties must rule Vncertainties ; and cleare truths, doubtfull : as that we may therein proceed orderly and without confusion. Evermore, we know, Certainties must Rule Uncertainties; and clear truths, doubtful: c-acp cst pns12 vmb av vvi j cc p-acp n1. av, pns12 vvb, n2 vmb vvi n2; cc j n2, j: (15) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 359
4094 it will bee therefore expedient for vs, for the better guiding of our iudgements, first to lay downe some Certainties ; it will be Therefore expedient for us, for the better guiding of our Judgments, First to lay down Some Certainties; pn31 vmb vbi av j p-acp pno12, c-acp dt jc n-vvg pp-f po12 n2, ord pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 359
4095 and then afterwards by them to measure out fit resolutions to the doubts; and then lastly from the premises to raise some few instructions for our vse. and then afterwards by them to measure out fit resolutions to the doubts; and then lastly from the premises to raise Some few instructions for our use. cc cs av p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi av j n2 p-acp dt n2; cc cs ord p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi d d n2 p-acp po12 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 359
4096 The first Certainty then, and a maine one, is this. Howsoeuer things appeare to vs, yet God neither is, nor can be vniust ; The First Certainty then, and a main one, is this. Howsoever things appear to us, yet God neither is, nor can be unjust; dt ord n1 av, cc dt j pi, vbz d. c-acp n2 vvb p-acp pno12, av np1 d vbz, ccx vmb vbi j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 359
4097 as not in any other thing, so neither in his punishments. Is God vnrighteous, that taketh vengeance? God forbid: as not in any other thing, so neither in his punishments. Is God unrighteous, that Takes vengeance? God forbid: c-acp xx p-acp d j-jn n1, av av-d p-acp po31 n2. vbz np1 j, cst vvz n1? np1 vvb: (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 359
4098 for then how shall God iudge the world? shall not the Iudge of all the earth doe right? Indeed the reasons of his Iustice oftentimes may bee, oftentimes are vnknowne to vs: for then how shall God judge the world? shall not the Judge of all the earth do right? Indeed the Reasons of his justice oftentimes may be, oftentimes Are unknown to us: c-acp av q-crq vmb np1 vvi dt n1? vmb xx dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vdb vvi? av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 av vmb vbi, av vbr j p-acp pno12: (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4099 but they neuer are, they neuer can be vnrighteous in him. but they never Are, they never can be unrighteous in him. cc-acp pns32 av-x vbr, pns32 av-x vmb vbi j p-acp pno31. (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4100 If in a deepe point of Law, a learned discreete Iudge should vpon sufficient grounds giue sentence, flat contrary to what an ordinary by-slander would thinke reason, (as many times it falleth out;) it is not for the grieued party to complaine of iniustice done him: If in a deep point of Law, a learned discreet Judge should upon sufficient grounds give sentence, flat contrary to what an ordinary by-slander would think reason, (as many times it falls out;) it is not for the grieved party to complain of injustice done him: cs p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, dt j j vvi vmd p-acp j n2 vvb n1, j n-jn p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vmd vvi n1, (c-acp d n2 pn31 vvz av;) pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 vdn pno31: (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4101 hee should rather impute what is done, to want of skill in himselfe, than of Conscience in the Iudge. he should rather impute what is done, to want of skill in himself, than of Conscience in the Judge. pns31 vmd av-c vvb r-crq vbz vdn, pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 p-acp px31, cs pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4102 Right so, if in many things Gods proceedings hold not proportion with those characters of Iustice and Equitie, which our weake and carnall reason would expresse; Right so, if in many things God's proceedings hold not proportion with those characters of justice and Equity, which our weak and carnal reason would express; av-jn av, cs p-acp d n2 npg1 n2-vvg vvb xx n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq po12 j cc j n1 vmd vvi; (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4103 wee must thence inferre our owne ignorance, not his iniustice. And that so much the rather; we must thence infer our own ignorance, not his injustice. And that so much the rather; pns12 vmb av vvi po12 d n1, xx po31 n1. cc cst av av-d dt av-c; (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4104 because those matters of Law are such as fall within the comprehension of ordinary reason, Because those matters of Law Are such as fallen within the comprehension of ordinary reason, p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 vbr d c-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4105 whereas the wayes of God, are farre remoued out of our sight, and aduanced aboue our reach: whereas the ways of God, Are Far removed out of our sighed, and advanced above our reach: cs dt n2 pp-f np1, vbr av-j vvn av pp-f po12 n1, cc vvd p-acp po12 n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4106 and besides an earthly Iudge is subiect to misprision, mis-information, partiality, corruption, and sundrie infirmities that may vitiate his proceedings; and beside an earthly Judge is Subject to Misprision, misinformation, partiality, corruption, and sundry infirmities that may vitiate his proceedings; cc p-acp dt j n1 vbz j-jn p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, cc j n2 cst vmb vvi po31 n2-vvg; (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4107 whereas no such thing can possibly fall vpon the diuine Nature. whereas no such thing can possibly fallen upon the divine Nature. cs dx d n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4108 Dauid hath taught vs in the Psalme, that the righteousnesse of God is as the great mountaines, David hath taught us in the Psalm, that the righteousness of God is as the great Mountains, np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp dt j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4109 and his iudgements as the great deepe. A great mountaine is eath to bee seene; a man that will but open his eyes cannot ouerlooke it: and his Judgments as the great deep. A great mountain is eath to be seen; a man that will but open his eyes cannot overlook it: cc po31 n2 p-acp dt j j-jn. dt j n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn; dt n1 cst vmb cc-acp vvi po31 n2 vmbx vvi pn31: (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4110 but who can see into the bottome of the Sea, or finde out what is done in the depths thereof? Whatsoeuer wee doe then; but who can see into the bottom of the Sea, or find out what is done in the depths thereof? Whatsoever we do then; cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi av q-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt n2 av? r-crq pns12 vdb av; (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 360
4111 let vs beware wee measure not his wayes by our wayes, nor his workes by our workes: howsoeuer they seeme to swerue from the rules of our wayes and workes ; let us beware we measure not his ways by our ways, nor his works by our works: howsoever they seem to swerve from the rules of our ways and works; vvb pno12 vvi pns12 vvb xx po31 n2 p-acp po12 n2, ccx po31 n2 p-acp po12 n2: c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 361
4112 yet still the Lord is righteous in all his wayes, and holy in all his workes. yet still the Lord is righteous in all his ways, and holy in all his works. av av dt n1 vbz j p-acp d po31 n2, cc j p-acp d po31 n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 361
4113 Though we cannot fathom the deepes of his iudgements, (for the Well is deepe, and wee haue not wherewithall to draw;) yet let the assurance of the righteousnesse of all his proceedings stand firme and manifest as the mountaines, which can neither be remoued nor hid, Though we cannot fathom the deeps of his Judgments, (for the Well is deep, and we have not wherewithal to draw;) yet let the assurance of the righteousness of all his proceedings stand firm and manifest as the Mountains, which can neither be removed nor hid, cs pns12 vmbx n1 dt n2-jn pp-f po31 n2, (c-acp dt av vbz j-jn, cc pns12 vhb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi;) av vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2-vvg vvb j cc j c-acp dt n2, r-crq vmb av-dx vbi vvn ccx vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 361
4114 but stand fast rooted for euermore. This wee must rest vpon as a certaine Truth ; howsoeuer, whomsoeuer, whensoeuer, God punisheth, he is neuer vniust. but stand fast rooted for evermore. This we must rest upon as a certain Truth; howsoever, whomsoever, whensoever, God Punisheth, he is never unjust. cc-acp vvb av-j vvn p-acp av. np1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp dt j n1; c-acp, ro-crq, c-crq, np1 vvz, pns31 vbz av j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 361
4115 The second Certainty. To speake of Punishments properly; no temporall euill is simply, and de toto genere a punishment. The second Certainty. To speak of Punishments properly; no temporal evil is simply, and de toto genere a punishment. dt ord n1. pc-acp vvi pp-f n2 av-j; dx j n-jn vbz av-j, cc fw-fr fw-la fw-la dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 361
4116 By temporall euills I vnderstand all the penall euils of this life, that doe or may befall vs from our bodily conception to our bodily deaths inclusivè ; By temporal evils I understand all the penal evils of this life, that do or may befall us from our bodily conception to our bodily death's inclusivè; p-acp j n2-jn pns11 vvb d dt j n2-jn pp-f d n1, cst vdb cc vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po12 j n1 p-acp po12 j ng1 vvb; (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 361
4117 hunger, cold, nakednesse, sicknesses, infirmities, discontents, reproaches, pouerty, imprisonments, losses, crosses, distresses, death, and the rest: hunger, cold, nakedness, Sicknesses, infirmities, discontents, Reproaches, poverty, imprisonments, losses, Crosses, Distresses, death, and the rest: n1, j-jn, n1, n2, n2, n2-jn, n2, n1, n2, n2, n2, n2, n1, cc dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 361
4118 in a word, all that sore trauell, which God hath giuen to the sonnes of man, to be exercised therewith, and that heauy yoke which is vpon the sonnes of Adam, from the day that they goe out of their mothers wombe, till the day that they returne to the mother of all things. in a word, all that soar travel, which God hath given to the Sons of man, to be exercised therewith, and that heavy yoke which is upon the Sons of Adam, from the day that they go out of their mother's womb, till the day that they return to the mother of all things. p-acp dt n1, d cst av-j n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi vvn av, cc cst j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vvb av pp-f po32 ng1 n1, c-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 361
4119 I say none of all these are properly and de toto genere to bee accounted punishments. I say none of all these Are properly and de toto genere to be accounted punishments. pns11 vvb pix pp-f d d vbr av-j cc fw-fr fw-la fw-la pc-acp vbi vvn n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 361
4120 For to make a thing simply and properly and formally a Punishment, there are required these three conditions: 1. that it bee painefull, and grieuous to suffer; For to make a thing simply and properly and formally a Punishment, there Are required these three conditions: 1. that it be painful, and grievous to suffer; p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j cc av-j cc av-j dt n1, a-acp vbr vvn d crd n2: crd d pn31 vbb j, cc j pc-acp vvi; (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 361
4121 2. that it be inflicted for some fault; 3. that it bee inuoluntary, and against the sufferers will. 2. that it be inflicted for Some fault; 3. that it be involuntary, and against the sufferers will. crd d pn31 vbb vvn p-acp d n1; crd d pn31 vbb j-jn, cc p-acp dt n2 vmb. (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 361
4122 That which hath but the first of these three conditions, may be called after a sort (and truely too) Malum Poenae, a kinde of Punishment. That which hath but the First of these three conditions, may be called After a sort (and truly too) Malum Poenae, a kind of Punishment. d r-crq vhz p-acp dt ord pp-f d crd n2, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 (cc av-j av) fw-la np1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 362
4123 But NONLATINALPHABET and properly, that Euill only is a Punishment, wherein the whole three conditions concurre. Now these temporall Euills, though they haue the two first conditions; But and properly, that Evil only is a Punishment, wherein the Whole three conditions concur. Now these temporal Evils, though they have the two First conditions; p-acp cc av-j, cst j-jn j vbz dt n1, c-crq dt j-jn crd n2 vvb. av d j n2-jn, c-acp pns32 vhb dt crd ord n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 362
4124 all of them being grieuous to suffer, all of them being inflicted for sinne: yet in the third condition they faile, because they are not inuoluntary simply, and perpetually, all of them being grievous to suffer, all of them being inflicted for sin: yet in the third condition they fail, Because they Are not involuntary simply, and perpetually, d pp-f pno32 vbg j pc-acp vvi, d pp-f pno32 vbg vvn p-acp n1: av p-acp dt ord n1 pns32 vvb, c-acp pns32 vbr xx j-jn av-j, cc av-j, (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 362
4125 and de suo genere inuoluntary: (to omit also a kinde of failing in the second condition; and de Sue genere involuntary: (to omit also a kind of failing in the second condition; cc fw-fr fw-la fw-la j-jn: (pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt ord n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 362
4126 not but that they are euer inflicted for some sinne deseruing them; not but that they Are ever inflicted for Some sin deserving them; xx p-acp cst pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp d vvb vvg pno32; (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 362
4127 but for that, there are withall other ends, and reasons for which they are inflicted, and wherunto they are intended, besides and aboue the punishment of the offence.) It may not bee gainesaid indeed, but for that, there Are withal other ends, and Reasons for which they Are inflicted, and whereunto they Are intended, beside and above the punishment of the offence.) It may not be gainsaid indeed, cc-acp p-acp d, pc-acp vbr av j-jn n2, cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn, cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, a-acp cc a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.) pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn av, (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 362
4128 but these things are inuoluntary sometimes in the particular, and especially to some men, euen the least of them: but these things Are involuntary sometime in the particular, and especially to Some men, even the least of them: cc-acp d n2 vbr j-jn av p-acp dt j, cc av-j p-acp d n2, av-j dt ds pp-f pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 362
4129 but simply and vniuersally such they are not; but simply and universally such they Are not; cc-acp av-j cc av-j d pns32 vbr xx; (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 362
4130 since by other-some men, the greatest of them are willingly and cheerefully, not only suffered, but desired. Not but that they are grieuous to the best. (It must needes bee some griefe, since by Othersome men, the greatest of them Are willingly and cheerfully, not only suffered, but desired. Not but that they Are grievous to the best. (It must needs be Some grief, c-acp p-acp j n2, dt js pp-f pno32 vbr av-j cc av-j, xx av-j vvn, p-acp vvn. xx p-acp cst pns32 vbr j p-acp dt js. (pn31 vmb av vbi d n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 362
4131 as to the Merchant, to see his rich lading cast ouer-board, and to the Patient to haue an old festered sore searched and sindged; as to the Merchant, to see his rich lading cast overboard, and to the Patient to have an old festered soar searched and singed; c-acp p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n-vvg vvd av, cc p-acp dt j pc-acp vhi dt j j-vvn n1 vvn cc vvn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 362
4132 so to the Christian, to haue Gods correcting hand lye heauy vpon him in some temporall affliction: so to the Christian, to have God's correcting hand lie heavy upon him in Some temporal affliction: av p-acp dt njp, pc-acp vhi n2 vvg n1 vvi j p-acp pno31 p-acp d j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 362
4133 The Apostle telleth vs plainely, No affliction for the present is ioyous, but grieuous. But inuoluntary it is no more in him, than those other things are in them. The Apostle Telleth us plainly, No affliction for the present is joyous, but grievous. But involuntary it is no more in him, than those other things Are in them. dt n1 vvz pno12 av-j, dx n1 p-acp dt j vbz j, cc-acp j. p-acp j-jn pn31 vbz dx dc p-acp pno31, cs d j-jn n2 vbr p-acp pno32. (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 362
4134 As therefore the Merchant, though it pittie his heart to see so much wealth irrecouerably lost, As Therefore the Merchant, though it pity his heart to see so much wealth irrecoverably lost, c-acp av dt n1, c-acp pn31 vvb po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av d n1 av-j vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 363
4135 yet getteth the best helpe and vseth the best speede he can to empty the vessell of them, yet gets the best help and uses the best speed he can to empty the vessel of them, av vvz dt js n1 cc vvz dt js n1 pns31 vmb p-acp j dt n1 pp-f pno32, (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 363
4136 for the sauing of his life ; for the Saving of his life; p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 363
4137 and as the Patient, though hee smart when the wound is dressed, yet thanketh and seeth the Surgion for his paynes, in hope of future ease: so the Christian, though these temporall euills somewhat trouble him, and as the Patient, though he smart when the wound is dressed, yet thanketh and sees the Surgeon for his pains, in hope of future ease: so the Christian, though these temporal evils somewhat trouble him, cc c-acp dt j, cs pns31 vvb c-crq dt vvd vbz vvn, av vvz cc vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1: av dt njp, cs d j n2-jn av vvi pno31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 363
4138 yet he is willing to them, and he is cheerefull vnder them, and he acknowledgeth Gods goodnesse in them, yet he is willing to them, and he is cheerful under them, and he acknowledgeth God's Goodness in them, av pns31 vbz j p-acp pno32, cc pns31 vbz j p-acp pno32, cc pns31 vvz npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 363
4139 and returneth him thankes for them; and returns him thanks for them; cc vvz pno31 n2 p-acp pno32; (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 363
4140 because hee knoweth they are sent for his future good, and that they will at the last yeeld them the peaceable fruite of righteousnesse when they shall haue beene sufficiently exercised therby. Because he Knoweth they Are sent for his future good, and that they will At the last yield them the peaceable fruit of righteousness when they shall have been sufficiently exercised thereby. c-acp pns31 vvz pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po31 j-jn j, cc cst pns32 vmb p-acp dt ord vvb pno32 dt j n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pns32 vmb vhi vbn av-j vvn av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 363
4141 See Peter and Iohn reioycing, when they suffered for the name of Iesus, and St Paul so farre from fearing, that hee longed after his disolution ; See Peter and John rejoicing, when they suffered for the name of Iesus, and Saint Paul so Far from fearing, that he longed After his dissolution; n1 np1 cc np1 vvg, c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc zz np1 av av-j p-acp vvg, cst pns31 vvn p-acp po31 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 363
4142 and the blessed Martyrs running to a faggot, as to a feast. Verily, Gods children see great good in these things, which others account euills : and the blessed Martyrs running to a faggot, as to a feast. Verily, God's children see great good in these things, which Others account evils: cc dt j-vvn n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, a-acp p-acp dt n1. av-j, npg1 n2 vvb j j p-acp d n2, r-crq n2-jn n1 n2-jn: (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 363
4143 and therefore they take them not as bare punishments sent to afflict them; and Therefore they take them not as bore punishments sent to afflict them; cc av pns32 vvb pno32 xx p-acp j n2 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32; (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 363
4144 but as glorious tryalls to exercise them, as gracious corrections to humble them, as precious receipts to purge, but as glorious trials to exercise them, as gracious corrections to humble them, as precious receipts to purge, cc-acp c-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi, (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 363
4145 and recouer, and restore, and strengthen them. So that it is not any of the temporall evills of this life; and recover, and restore, and strengthen them. So that it is not any of the temporal evils of this life; cc vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi pno32. av cst pn31 vbz xx d pp-f dt j n2-jn pp-f d n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 363
4146 but much rather the euerlasting paines of hell, wherein the just reward and punishment of sinne properly and especially consisteth. but much rather the everlasting pains of hell, wherein the just reward and punishment of sin properly and especially Consisteth. p-acp d av-c dt j n2 pp-f n1, c-crq dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 av-j cc av-j vvz. (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 363
4147 The wages of sinne is Death: the proper wages of sinne eternall death. The wages of sin is Death: the proper wages of sin Eternal death. dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz n1: dt j n2 pp-f n1 j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 363
4148 For so the Antithesis in that place giueth it to be vnderstood, viz. of such a death as is opposed to Eternall life, and that is Eternall Death; [ The wages of sinne is death: For so the Antithesis in that place gives it to be understood, viz. of such a death as is opposed to Eternal life, and that is Eternal Death; [ The wages of sin is death: p-acp av dt n1 p-acp d n1 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn, n1 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp vbz vvn p-acp j n1, cc d vbz j n1; [ dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 364
4149 but the gift of God is Eternall life. but the gift of God is Eternal life. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 364
4150 ] Rom. 6. By the distribution of those Eternall punishments then, wee are rather to judge of Gods righteousnesse in recompencing sinners; ] Rom. 6. By the distribution of those Eternal punishments then, we Are rather to judge of God's righteousness in recompensing Sinners; ] np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 av, pns12 vbr av-c pc-acp vvi pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp vvg n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 364
4151 than by the dispensation of these temporall euills. It was a stumbling blocke to the heathen to see good men oppressed and vice prosper: it made them doubt; than by the Dispensation of these temporal evils. It was a stumbling block to the heathen to see good men oppressed and vice prosper: it made them doubt; cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2-jn. pn31 vbds dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi j n2 vvn cc n1 vvi: pn31 vvd pno32 vvi; (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 364
4152 some whether there were a God, or no; others nothing better, whether a prouidence, or no. Some whither there were a God, or no; Others nothing better, whither a providence, or no. d cs a-acp vbdr dt np1, cc av-dx; ng2-jn pix jc, cs dt n1, cc av-dx. (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 364
4153 But what maruell, if they stumbled, who had no right knowledge either of God, or of his prouidence ; But what marvel, if they stumbled, who had no right knowledge either of God, or of his providence; p-acp r-crq n1, cs pns32 vvd, r-crq vhd dx j-jn n1 av-d pp-f np1, cc pp-f po31 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 364
4154 when Iob, and Dauid, and other the deare children of God haue beene much puzzled with it? Dauid confesseth in Psal. 73. that his feete had welnigh slipped, when hee saw the prosperity of the wicked: when Job, and David, and other the deer children of God have been much puzzled with it? David Confesses in Psalm 73. that his feet had Wellnigh slipped, when he saw the Prosperity of the wicked: c-crq np1, cc np1, cc j-jn dt j-jn n2 pp-f np1 vhb vbn av-d vvn p-acp pn31? np1 vvz p-acp np1 crd d po31 n2 vhd av vvn, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j: (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 364
4155 and certainty downe he had beene, had hee not happily stepped into the Sanctuary of God, and certainty down he had been, had he not happily stepped into the Sanctuary of God, cc n1 a-acp pns31 vhd vbn, vhd pns31 xx av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 364
4156 and there vnderstood the end of these men. Temporall euills, though they be sometimes punishments of sinne: and there understood the end of these men. Temporal evils, though they be sometime punishments of sin: cc a-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f d n2. j n2-jn, cs pns32 vbb av n2 pp-f n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 364
4157 yet they are not euer sent as punishments, (because sometimes they haue other ends and vses, and are ordinabilia in melius ;) and secondly, they are neuer the onely punishments of sinne; yet they Are not ever sent as punishments, (Because sometime they have other ends and uses, and Are ordinabilia in Better;) and secondly, they Are never the only punishments of sin; av pns32 vbr xx av vvd p-acp n2, (c-acp av pns32 vhb j-jn vvz cc n2, cc vbr fw-la p-acp fw-la;) cc ord, pns32 vbr av-x dt av-j n2 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 364
4158 because there are greater and more lasting punishments reserued for sinners after this life, of which there is no other vse or end, but to punish; Because there Are greater and more lasting punishments reserved for Sinners After this life, of which there is no other use or end, but to Punish; c-acp pc-acp vbr jc cc av-dc j-vvg n2 vvn p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, pp-f r-crq a-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 cc n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi; (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 364
4159 since they are not ordinabilie in melius. If we will make these temporall euills the measure, whereby to judge of the Iustice of God, wee cannot secure our selues from erring dangerously: since they Are not ordinabilie in Better. If we will make these temporal evils the measure, whereby to judge of the justice of God, we cannot secure our selves from erring dangerously: c-acp pns32 vbr xx n1 p-acp fw-la. cs pns12 vmb vvi d j n2-jn dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmbx vvi po12 n2 p-acp j-vvg av-j: (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 364
4160 Gods purposes in the dispensation of these vnto particular men being vnsearchable. But those euerlasting punishments are they, wherein Gods Iustice shall be manifested to euery eye, in due time; God's Purposes in the Dispensation of these unto particular men being unsearchable. But those everlasting punishments Are they, wherein God's justice shall be manifested to every eye, in due time; npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp j n2 vbg j. p-acp d j n2 vbr pns32, c-crq ng1 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, p-acp j-jn n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 365
4161 at that last day, which is therefore called by St Paul Rom. 2. the day of wrath, and of the reuelation of the righteous iudgment of God. At that last day, which is Therefore called by Saint Paul Rom. 2. the day of wrath, and of the Revelation of the righteous judgement of God. p-acp cst ord n1, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp zz np1 np1 crd dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 365
4162 Implying, that howsoeuer God is just in all his iudgements and acts of prouidence, euen vpon earth; Implying, that howsoever God is just in all his Judgments and acts of providence, even upon earth; vvg, cst c-acp np1 vbz j p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, av-j p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 365
4163 yet the Counsells and Purposes of God in these things are often secret, and past our finding out: but at the last great day, yet the Counsels and Purposes of God in these things Are often secret, and passed our finding out: but At the last great day, av dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 vbr av j-jn, cc p-acp po12 vvg av: cc-acp p-acp dt ord j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 365
4164 when he shall render to euery man according to his workes his euerlasting recompence; when he shall render to every man according to his works his everlasting recompense; c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2 po31 j n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 365
4165 then his vengeance shall manifest his wrath, and the righteousnesse of his iudgement shall be reuealed to euery eye in the condigne punishment of vnreconciled sinners. That is the second Certainety ; then his vengeance shall manifest his wrath, and the righteousness of his judgement shall be revealed to every eye in the condign punishment of unreconciled Sinners. That is the second Certainty; av po31 n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2. cst vbz dt ord n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 365
4166 Temporall euills are not alwayes, nor simply, nor properly, the punishments for sinne. Temporal evils Are not always, nor simply, nor properly, the punishments for sin. j n2-jn vbr xx av, ccx av-j, ccx av-j, dt n2 p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 365
4167 If any man shall be yet vnsatisfied, and desire to haue Gods Iustice somewhat farther cleared, If any man shall be yet unsatisfied, and desire to have God's justice somewhat farther cleared, cs d n1 vmb vbi av j-vvn, cc n1 pc-acp vhi n2 n1 av av-jc vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 365
4168 euen in the disposing of these temporall things: even in the disposing of these temporal things: av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d j n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 365
4169 although it be neither safe, nor possible for vs, to search farre into particulars, yet some generall satisfaction we may haue from a third Certainety : and that is this. although it be neither safe, nor possible for us, to search Far into particulars, yet Some general satisfaction we may have from a third Certainty: and that is this. cs pn31 vbb dx j, ccx j p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n2-j, av d j n1 pns12 vmb vhi p-acp dt ord n1: cc cst vbz d. (15) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 365
4170 Euery euill of Paine, whatsoeuer it be, or howsoeuer considered, which is brought vpon any man, is brought vpon him euermore for sinne, Every evil of Pain, whatsoever it be, or howsoever considered, which is brought upon any man, is brought upon him evermore for sin, d n-jn pp-f n1, r-crq pn31 vbi, cc c-acp vvn, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1, vbz vvn p-acp pno31 av p-acp n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 365
4171 yea and that also for his owne personall sinne. Euery branch of this assertion would be well marked. yea and that also for his own personal sin. Every branch of this assertion would be well marked. uh cc cst av p-acp po31 d j n1. d n1 pp-f d n1 vmd vbi av vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 365
4172 I say first, [ Euery Euill of Paine, whatsoeuer it be, ] whether naturall defects and infirmities in soule or body, I say First, [ Every Evil of Pain, whatsoever it be, ] whither natural defects and infirmities in soul or body, pns11 vvb ord, [ d j-jn pp-f n1, r-crq pn31 vbi, ] cs j n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 366
4173 or outward afflictions in goods, friends, or good name; whether inward distresses of an afflicted, or terrours of an affrighted conscience; whether temporall or eternall Death; or outward afflictions in goods, Friends, or good name; whither inward Distresses of an afflicted, or terrors of an affrighted conscience; whither temporal or Eternal Death; cc j n2 p-acp n2-j, n2, cc j n1; cs j n2 pp-f dt j-vvn, cc n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n1; cs j cc j n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 366
4174 whether euills of this life, or after it: or whatsoeuer other euill it be, that is any way greiuous to any man; whither evils of this life, or After it: or whatsoever other evil it be, that is any Way grievous to any man; cs n2-jn pp-f d n1, cc c-acp pn31: cc r-crq j-jn n-jn pn31 vbb, cst vbz d n1 j p-acp d n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 366
4175 euery such euill is for sinne. I Say secondly, euery euill of paine, howsoeuer considered : every such evil is for sin. I Say secondly, every evil of pain, howsoever considered: d d n-jn vbz p-acp n1. pns11 vvb ord, d n-jn pp-f n1, c-acp vvn: (15) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 366
4176 whether formally, and sub ratione poenae, as the proper effect of Gods vengeance and wrath against sinne; whither formally, and sub ratione Poenae, as the proper Effect of God's vengeance and wrath against sin; cs av-j, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 292 Page 366
4177 or as a fatherly correction and chasticement, to nurture vs for some past sinne, or as a medicinall preseruatiue, to strengthen vs against some future sinne; or as a fatherly correction and chastisement, to nurture us for Some past sin, or as a medicinal preservative, to strengthen us against Some future sin; cc c-acp dt j n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pno12 p-acp d j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp d j-jn n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 292 Page 366
4178 or as a clogging chaine to keepe vnder and disable vs from some outward worke of sinne; or as a clogging chain to keep under and disable us from Some outward work of sin; cc c-acp dt j-vvg vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvb pno12 p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 292 Page 366
4179 or as a fit matter and obiect whereon to exercise our Christian graces of faith, charity, patience, humility, and the rest; or as a fit matter and Object whereon to exercise our Christian graces of faith, charity, patience, humility, and the rest; cc c-acp dt j n1 cc n1 c-crq pc-acp vvb po12 njp vvz pp-f n1, n1, n1, n1, cc dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 292 Page 366
4180 or as an occasion giuen and taken by Almighty God, for the greater manifestation of the glory of his Wisedome, and Power, and Goodnesse, in the remoueal of it; or as an occasion given and taken by Almighty God, for the greater manifestation of the glory of his Wisdom, and Power, and goodness, in the removal of it; cc c-acp dt n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp j-jn np1, p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 292 Page 366
4181 or as an act of Exemplary iustice, for the admonition and terrour of others; or for whatsoeuer other end, purpose, or respect it be inflicted. or as an act of Exemplary Justice, for the admonition and terror of Others; or for whatsoever other end, purpose, or respect it be inflicted. cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn; cc p-acp r-crq j-jn n1, n1, cc vvb pn31 vbi vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 292 Page 366
4182 I say thirdly, Euery such euill of paine, is brought vpon vs for sinne. There may be other ends, there may be other occasions, there may be other vses of such Euills: but still the originall Cause of them all, is sinne. I say Thirdly, Every such evil of pain, is brought upon us for sin. There may be other ends, there may be other occasions, there may be other uses of such Evils: but still the original Cause of them all, is sin. pns11 vvb ord, d d n-jn pp-f n1, vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n1. a-acp vmb vbi j-jn n2, a-acp vmb vbi j-jn n2, a-acp vmb vbi j-jn n2 pp-f d n2-jn: p-acp av dt j-jn vvb pp-f pno32 d, vbz n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 366
4183 [ When thou with rebukes dost chasten man for sinne. ] It was not for any extraordinary notorious sinnes, either of the blinde man himselfe, [ When thou with rebukes dost chasten man for sin. ] It was not for any extraordinary notorious Sins, either of the blind man himself, [ c-crq pns21 p-acp n2 vd2 vvi n1 p-acp n1. ] pn31 vbds xx p-acp d j j n2, av-d pp-f dt j n1 px31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 366
4184 or of his parents, aboue other men, that he was borne blinde. or of his Parents, above other men, that he was born blind. cc pp-f po31 n2, p-acp j-jn n2, cst pns31 vbds vvn j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4185 Our Sauiour Christ acquitteth them of that, Ioh. 9. in answer to his Disciples, who were but too forward (as God knoweth most men are,) to iudge the worst. Our Saviour christ acquitteth them of that, John 9. in answer to his Disciples, who were but too forward (as God Knoweth most men Are,) to judge the worst. po12 n1 np1 vvz pno32 pp-f d, np1 crd p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vbdr cc-acp av av-j (c-acp np1 vvz av-ds n2 vbr,) pc-acp vvi dt js. (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4186 Our Sauiours answer there, neuer intended other, but that still the true cause deseruing that blindenesse was his, Our Saviour's answer there, never intended other, but that still the true cause deserving that blindness was his, po12 ng1 n1 a-acp, av-x vvd j-jn, cc-acp cst av dt j vvb vvg d n1 vbds png31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4187 and his parents sinne: but his purpose was to instruct his Disciples, that that infirmitie was not laid vpon him rather than vpon another man, meerely for that reason because he (or his parents) had deserued it more than other men; and his Parents sin: but his purpose was to instruct his Disciples, that that infirmity was not laid upon him rather than upon Another man, merely for that reason Because he (or his Parents) had deserved it more than other men; cc po31 n2 n1: p-acp po31 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cst d n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp pno31 av-c cs p-acp j-jn n1, av-j p-acp d vvb c-acp pns31 (cc po31 n2) vhd vvn pn31 av-dc cs j-jn n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4188 but for some farther ends which God had in it in his secret and euerlasting purpose, but for Some farther ends which God had in it in his secret and everlasting purpose, cc-acp p-acp d jc n2 r-crq np1 vhd p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 j-jn cc j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4189 and namely this among the rest, that the workes of God might be manifest in him, and the Godhead of the sonne made glorious in his miraculous cure. and namely this among the rest, that the works of God might be manifest in him, and the Godhead of the son made glorious in his miraculous cure. cc av d p-acp dt n1, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd vbi j p-acp pno31, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd j p-acp po31 j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4190 As in Nature, the intention of the End doth not ouerthrow, but rather suppose the necessity of the Matter : As in Nature, the intention of the End does not overthrow, but rather suppose the necessity of the Matter: p-acp p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f dt vvb vdz xx vvi, cc-acp av-c vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4191 so is it in the workes of God, and the dispensations of his wonderfull prouidence. It is from Gods Mercy, ordering them to those Ends he hath purposed; that his punishments are good ; so is it in the works of God, and the dispensations of his wonderful providence. It is from God's Mercy, ordering them to those Ends he hath purposed; that his punishments Are good; av vbz pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1. pn31 vbz p-acp npg1 n1, vvg pno32 p-acp d vvz pns31 vhz vvn; cst po31 n2 vbr j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4192 but it is withall from our sinnes, deseruing them as the Cause, that they are iust ; but it is withal from our Sins, deserving them as the Cause, that they Are just; cc-acp pn31 vbz av p-acp po12 n2, vvg pno32 p-acp dt vvb, cst pns32 vbr j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4193 euen as the raine that falleth vpon the earth, whether it moisten it kindly, and make it fruitfull, even as the rain that falls upon the earth, whither it moisten it kindly, and make it fruitful, av c-acp dt vvb cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vvi pn31 av-j, cc vvi pn31 j, (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4194 or whether it choake and slocken and drowne it; yet still had its beginning from the vapours, which the earth it selfe sent vp. or whither it choke and slocken and drown it; yet still had its beginning from the vapours, which the earth it self sent up. cc cs pn31 vvi cc n1 cc vvi pn31; av av vhd po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, r-crq dt n1 pn31 n1 vvn a-acp. (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4195 All those Euills, which fall so daily and thicke vpon vs from heauen, (whether to warne vs, All those Evils, which fallen so daily and thick upon us from heaven, (whither to warn us, av-d d n2-jn, r-crq vvb av av-j cc j p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, (cs p-acp vvb pno12, (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4196 or to plague vs,) are but arrowes which our selues first shot vp against heauen, or to plague us,) Are but arrows which our selves First shot up against heaven, cc p-acp n1 pno12,) vbr p-acp n2 r-crq po12 n2 ord vvd a-acp p-acp n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 367
4197 and now drop downe againe with doubled force vpon our heads. Omnis poena propter culpam: all Euills of paine, are for the euills of sinne. I say fourthly ; and now drop down again with doubled force upon our Heads. Omnis poena propter Fault: all Evils of pain, Are for the evils of sin. I say fourthly; cc av vvb a-acp av p-acp j-vvn n1 p-acp po12 n2. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: d n2-jn pp-f n1, vbr p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f n1. pns11 vvb j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 368
4198 All such Euils are for our owne sins. The Scriptures are plaine. God iudgeth euery man according to his own workes. All such Evils Are for our own Sins. The Scriptures Are plain. God Judgeth every man according to his own works. d d n2-jn vbr p-acp po12 d n2. dt n2 vbr j. np1 vvz d n1 vvg p-acp po31 d n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 368
4199 Euery man shall beare his owne burden, &c. God hath enioyned it as a Law for Magistrates, (wherein they haue also his example to lead them;) that not the fathers for the children, Every man shall bear his own burden, etc. God hath enjoined it as a Law for Magistrates, (wherein they have also his Exampl to led them;) that not the Father's for the children, d n1 vmb vvi po31 d n1, av np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, (c-crq pns32 vhb av po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32;) cst xx dt n2 p-acp dt n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 368
4200 nor the children for the fathers, but euery man should be put to death for his own sin. nor the children for the Father's, but every man should be put to death for his own since. ccx dt n2 p-acp dt n2, cc-acp d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 368
4201 Deut. 24 If Israel take vp a Prouerbe of their owne heads, [ The fathers haue eaten sowre grapes, Deuteronomy 24 If Israel take up a Proverb of their own Heads, [ The Father's have eaten sour grapes, np1 crd cs np1 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, [ dt n2 vhb vvn j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 368
4202 and the childrens teeth are set on edge ; ] they doe it without cause, and they are checked for it. and the Children's teeth Are Set on edge; ] they do it without cause, and they Are checked for it. cc dt ng2 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1; ] pns32 vdi pn31 p-acp n1, cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31. (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 368
4203 The soule that sinneth, it shall dye: The soul that Sinneth, it shall die: dt n1 cst vvz, pn31 vmb vvi: (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 368
4204 and if any man eate sowre grapes, his owne teeth, (and not anothers for him) shall bee set on edge thereby. and if any man eat sour grapes, his own teeth, (and not another's for him) shall be Set on edge thereby. cc cs d n1 vvi j n2, po31 d n2, (cc xx j-jn p-acp pno31) vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 368
4205 For indeed, how can it bee otherwise? or who can reasonably thinke, that our most gracious God, who is so ready to take from vs the guilt of our owne, should yet lay vpon vs the guilt of other mens sinnes? The only exception to be made in this kinde, is that alone satisfactory punishment of our blessed Lord, and Sauiour Iesus Christ: For indeed, how can it be otherwise? or who can reasonably think, that our most gracious God, who is so ready to take from us the guilt of our own, should yet lay upon us the guilt of other men's Sins? The only exception to be made in this kind, is that alone satisfactory punishment of our blessed Lord, and Saviour Iesus christ: p-acp av, q-crq vmb pn31 vbi av? cc q-crq vmb av-j vvi, cst po12 av-ds j np1, r-crq vbz av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 d, vmd av vvi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2? dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, vbz d j j n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, cc n1 np1 np1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 368
4206 not at all for his owne sinnes, (farre be the impietie from vs, so to imagine; not At all for his own Sins, (Far be the impiety from us, so to imagine; xx p-acp d c-acp po31 d n2, (av-j vbb dt n1 p-acp pno12, av pc-acp vvi; (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 368
4207 for hee did no sinne, neither was there any guile found in his mouth: ) but for ours. He paied that which he neuer tooke; for he did no sin, neither was there any guile found in his Mouth:) but for ours. He paid that which he never took; p-acp pns31 vdd dx n1, dx vbds a-acp d n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1:) cc-acp p-acp png12. pns31 vvn cst r-crq pns31 av-x vvd; (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 368
4208 it was for our transgressions that he was wounded, and the chasticement of our peace was laid vpon him. Yet euen those meritorious sufferings of his, may be said (in a qualified sense) to haue been for his own sinnes: (although in my iudgement, it bee farre better to abstaine from such like speeches, it was for our transgressions that he was wounded, and the chastisement of our peace was laid upon him. Yet even those meritorious sufferings of his, may be said (in a qualified sense) to have been for his own Sins: (although in my judgement, it be Far better to abstain from such like Speeches, pn31 vbds p-acp po12 n2 cst pns31 vbds vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31. av av d j ng2 pp-f png31, vmb vbi vvn (p-acp dt vvn n1) pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp po31 d n2: (cs p-acp po11 n1, pn31 vbi av-j vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4209 as are of ill and suspicious sound, though they may bee in some sort defended.) But how for his owne sins? His owne by Commission? By no meanes: (God forbid any man should teach, any man should conceiue so; as Are of ill and suspicious found, though they may be in Some sort defended.) But how for his own Sins? His own by Commission? By no means: (God forbid any man should teach, any man should conceive so; c-acp vbr pp-f av-jn cc j n1, cs pns32 vmb vbi p-acp d n1 vvd.) p-acp c-crq p-acp po31 d n2? po31 d p-acp n1? p-acp dx n2: (np1 vvb d n1 vmd vvi, d n1 vmd vvi av; (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4210 the least thought of this were blasphemy:) but his owne by Imputation. Not that hee had sinned, and so deserued punishment: the least Thought of this were blasphemy:) but his own by Imputation. Not that he had sinned, and so deserved punishment: dt ds n1 pp-f d vbdr n1:) cc-acp po31 d p-acp n1. xx d pns31 vhd vvn, cc av vvd n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4211 but that he had taken vpon him our sinnes, which deserued that punishment. but that he had taken upon him our Sins, which deserved that punishment. cc-acp cst pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno31 po12 n2, r-crq vvd cst n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4212 As he that vndertaketh for another mans debt, maketh it his owne, and standeth chargeable with it, As he that undertaketh for Another men debt, makes it his own, and Stands chargeable with it, p-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp j-jn ng1 n1, vvz pn31 po31 d, cc vvz j p-acp pn31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4213 as if it were his owne personall debt: as if it were his own personal debt: c-acp cs pn31 vbdr po31 d j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4214 so Christ becomming surety for our sinnes, made them his owne, and so was punishable for them, so christ becoming surety for our Sins, made them his own, and so was punishable for them, av np1 vvg n1 p-acp po12 n2, vvd pno32 po31 d, cc av vbds j p-acp pno32, (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4215 as if they had beene his owne personall sins; as if they had been his own personal Sins; c-acp cs pns32 vhd vbn po31 d j n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4216 who his owne selfe bare our sinnes in his owne body vpon the tree, 1. Pet. 2. That hee was punished for vs, who himselfe deserued no punishment; who his own self bore our Sins in his own body upon the tree, 1. Pet. 2. That he was punished for us, who himself deserved no punishment; r-crq po31 d n1 vvd po12 n2 p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pno12, r-crq px31 vvn dx n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4217 it was, because he was made sinne for vs, who himself knew no sinne. it was, Because he was made sin for us, who himself knew no sin. pn31 vbds, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq px31 vvd dx n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4218 So that I say, in some sense the assertion may bee defended vniuersally, and without exception: So that I say, in Some sense the assertion may be defended universally, and without exception: av cst pns11 vvb, p-acp d n1 dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av-j, cc p-acp n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4219 but yet I desire rather it might bee thus; but yet I desire rather it might be thus; cc-acp av pns11 vvb av-c pn31 vmd vbi av; (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4220 Christs onely excepted, all the Paines and Euills of men are brought vpon them for their owne sinnes. Christ only excepted, all the Pains and Evils of men Are brought upon them for their own Sins. npg1 j vvn, d dt n2 cc n2-jn pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 d n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 369
4221 These three points then are certaine: and it is needfull they should bee well vnderstood and remembred; These three points then Are certain: and it is needful they should be well understood and remembered; d crd n2 av vbr j: cc pn31 vbz j pns32 vmd vbi av vvn cc vvn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 369
4222 because nothing can be obiected against Gods Iustice in the punishing of sinne, which may not bee easily remoued, Because nothing can be objected against God's justice in the punishing of sin, which may not be Easily removed, c-acp pix vmb vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, r-crq vmb xx vbi av-j vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 369
4223 if wee haue recourse to some one or other of these three Certainties, and rightly apply them. if we have recourse to Some one or other of these three Certainties, and rightly apply them. cs pns12 vhb n1 p-acp d crd cc n-jn pp-f d crd n2, cc av-jn vvb pno32. (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 369
4224 All the three doubts proposed in the beginning, haue one and the same resolution: answer one; and answer all. All the three doubts proposed in the beginning, have one and the same resolution: answer one; and answer all. av-d dt crd n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, vhb crd cc dt d n1: n1 crd; cc vvb d. (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 369
4225 Ahab here sinneth by Oppression: and yet the euill must light, though not all of it, (for some part of it fell, Ahab Here Sinneth by Oppression: and yet the evil must Light, though not all of it, (for Some part of it fell, np1 av vvz p-acp n1: cc av dt j-jn vmb vvi, cs xx d pp-f pn31, (c-acp d n1 pp-f pn31 vvd, (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4226 and was performed vpon Ahab himselfe,) yet the main of it vpon his sonne Iehoram. [ I will not bring the Euill in his daies, and was performed upon Ahab himself,) yet the main of it upon his son Jehoram. [ I will not bring the Evil in his days, cc vbds vvn p-acp np1 px31,) av dt j pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1 fw-la. [ pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4227 but in his sonnes daies will I bring the Euill vpon his house. ] It is not Iehorams case alone: but in his Sons days will I bring the Evil upon his house. ] It is not Iehorams case alone: cc-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n2 vmb pns11 vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n1. ] pn31 vbz xx fw-mi n1 av-j: (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4228 it is a thing that often hath, and daily doth befall many others. In Gen. 9. when Noahs vngracious sonne Ham had discouered his Fathers nakednesse: it is a thing that often hath, and daily does befall many Others. In Gen. 9. when Noahs ungracious son Ham had discovered his Father's nakedness: pn31 vbz dt n1 cst av vhz, cc av-j vdz vvi d n2-jn. p-acp np1 crd c-crq npg1 j n1 n1 vhd vvn po31 ng1 n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4229 the old man (no doubt, by Gods speciall inspiration) laieth the curse not vpon Ham himselfe, the old man (no doubt, by God's special inspiration) Layeth the curse not upon Ham himself, dt j n1 (dx n1, p-acp npg1 j n1) vvz dt n1 xx p-acp n1 px31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4230 but vpon his sonne Canaan, [ Cursed bee Canaan &c. ] And God ratified the curse, by rooting out the posteritie of Canaan, first out of the pleasant Land, wherein they were seated; but upon his son Canaan, [ Cursed be Canaan etc. ] And God ratified the curse, by rooting out the posterity of Canaan, First out of the pleasant Land, wherein they were seated; cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 np1, [ vvn vbb np1 av ] cc np1 vvn dt n1, p-acp j-vvg av dt n1 pp-f np1, ord av pp-f dt j n1, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4231 and then afterwards from the face of the whole earth. Ieroboams Idolatrie cut off his posterity from the Kingdome ; and then afterwards from the face of the Whole earth. Ieroboams Idolatry Cut off his posterity from the Kingdom; cc av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. vvz n1 vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4232 and the wickednesse of Ely his sonnes, theirs from the Priesthood, of Israel. and the wickedness of Ely his Sons, theirs from the Priesthood, of Israel. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 n2, png32 p-acp dt n1, pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4233 Gehasi with the bribe he took, purchased a leprosie in fee-simple to him and his heires for euer. Gehazi with the bribe he took, purchased a leprosy in fee-simple to him and his Heirs for ever. fw-la p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd, vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 cc po31 n2 p-acp av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4234 The Iewes, for stoning the Prophets of God, but most of all for crucifying the Sonne of God, brought bloud-guiltinesse not onely vpon themselues, The Iewes, for stoning the prophets of God, but most of all for crucifying the Son of God, brought Bloodguiltiness not only upon themselves, dt np2, c-acp j-vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp ds pp-f d c-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd n1 xx av-j p-acp px32, (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4235 but vpon their children also, [ His bloud be vpon vs, and vpon our children. but upon their children also, [ His blood be upon us, and upon our children. cc-acp p-acp po32 n2 av, [ po31 n1 vbb p-acp pno12, cc p-acp po12 n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4236 ] The wrath of God therefore comming vpon them to the vtmost, and the curse of God abiding vpon their posterity euen vnto this day: ] The wrath of God Therefore coming upon them to the utmost, and the curse of God abiding upon their posterity even unto this day: ] dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp po32 n1 av-j p-acp d n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4237 wherin they still remaine, (and God knoweth how long they shall) a base and despised people; wherein they still remain, (and God Knoweth how long they shall) a base and despised people; c-crq pns32 av vvi, (cc np1 vvz c-crq av-j pns32 vmb) dt j cc vvn n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 370
4238 scattered almost euery where, and euery where hated. Instances might bee endlesse, both in priuate persons and families, and in whole Kingdomes and Countries. But it is a needlesse labour to multiply instances in so confessed a point: scattered almost every where, and every where hated. Instances might be endless, both in private Persons and families, and in Whole Kingdoms and Countries. But it is a needless labour to multiply instances in so confessed a point: vvn av d c-crq, cc d c-crq vvd. n2 vmd vbi j, av-d p-acp j n2 cc n2, cc p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2. p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp av vvd dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 371
4239 especially God Almighty hauing thus farre declared himselfe and his pleasure herein in the second commandement of the Law; especially God Almighty having thus Far declared himself and his pleasure herein in the second Commandment of the Law; av-j np1 np1 vhg av av-j vvn px31 cc po31 n1 av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 371
4240 that hee will not spare in his iealousie sometimes to visit the sinnes of fathers vpon the children, that he will not spare in his jealousy sometime to visit the Sins of Father's upon the children, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1 av p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 371
4241 vnto the third and fourth generation. There is no question then de facto, but so it is; unto the third and fourth generation. There is no question then de facto, but so it is; p-acp dt ord cc ord n1. pc-acp vbz dx n1 av fw-fr fw-la, p-acp av pn31 vbz; (15) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 371
4242 the sinnes of the fathers are visited vpon the children: the Sins of the Father's Are visited upon the children: dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 371
4243 but de jure, with what right and equity it is so, it is (as S. Chrysostome speaketh) NONLATINALPHABET, a question famous, and much debated. but de jure, with what right and equity it is so, it is (as S. Chrysostom speaks), a question famous, and much debated. cc-acp fw-fr fw-la, p-acp r-crq j-jn cc n1 pn31 vbz av, pn31 vbz (c-acp np1 np1 vvz), dt n1 j, cc av-d vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 371
4244 The considerations, which I finde giuen-in for the resolution of this question, by those that haue purposely handled it, are very many. But multitude breedeth confusion: The considerations, which I find giuen-in for the resolution of this question, by those that have purposely handled it, Are very many. But multitude breeds confusion: dt n2, r-crq pns11 vvb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp d cst vhb av vvn pn31, vbr av d. p-acp n1 vvz n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 371
4245 and therefore I purpose no more but two only, vnto which so many of the rest as are materiall may bee reduced; and Therefore I purpose no more but two only, unto which so many of the rest as Are material may be reduced; cc av pns11 vvb av-dx dc p-acp crd av-j, p-acp r-crq av d pp-f dt n1 c-acp vbr j-jn vmb vbi vvn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 371
4246 and those two grounded vpon the certainties already declared. and those two grounded upon the certainties already declared. cc d crd vvn p-acp dt n2 av vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 371
4247 The former concerneth the Nature of those Punishments, which are inflicted vpon the children for the fathers sinnes; The former concerns the Nature of those Punishments, which Are inflicted upon the children for the Father's Sins; dt j vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt ng1 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 371
4248 the later, the condition of those children, vpon whom such punishments are inflicted. As to the first. the later, the condition of those children, upon whom such punishments Are inflicted. As to the First. dt jc, dt n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp ro-crq d n2 vbr vvn. c-acp p-acp dt ord. (15) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 371
4249 The punishments which God bringeth vsually vpon the children for the fathers sinnes, are only temporall and outward punishments. The punishments which God brings usually upon the children for the Father's Sins, Are only temporal and outward punishments. dt n2 r-crq np1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt ng1 n2, vbr av-j j cc j n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 371
4250 Some haue beene plagued with infectious diseases: as Gehazies posterity; some have been plagued with infectious diseases: as Gehazies posterity; d vhb vbn vvn p-acp j n2: c-acp n2 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 371
4251 and Ioabs also, if that curse which Dauid pronounced against him tooke effect, as it is like it did. and Ioabs also, if that curse which David pronounced against him took Effect, as it is like it did. cc npg1 av, cs d n1 r-crq np1 vvn p-acp pno31 vvd n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av-j pn31 vdd. (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 372
4252 Some haue come to vntimely and vncomfortable ends: and Dauids children Ammon and Absalon ; and the little ones of Dathan and Abiram, and others. some have come to untimely and uncomfortable ends: and David children Ammon and Absalom; and the little ones of Dathan and Abiram, and Others. d vhb vvn p-acp j cc j-u n2: cc npg1 n2 np1 cc np1; cc dt j pi2 pp-f np1 cc np1, cc n2-jn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 372
4253 Some haue had losses, and reproaches, and manifold other distresses and afflictions in sundry kindes, too long to rehearse. some have had losses, and Reproaches, and manifold other Distresses and afflictions in sundry Kinds, too long to rehearse. d vhb vhn n2, cc n2, cc j j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp j n2, av av-j pc-acp vvi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 372
4254 And all these, temporall iudgements their fathers sinnes might bring vpon them: And all these, temporal Judgments their Father's Sins might bring upon them: cc d d, j n2 po32 ng1 n2 vmd vvi p-acp pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 372
4255 euen as the faith, and vertues, and other graces of the fathers doe sometimes conueigh temporall blessings to their posterity. even as the faith, and Virtues, and other graces of the Father's do sometime convey temporal blessings to their posterity. av c-acp dt n1, cc n2, cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt n2 vdb av vvi j n2 p-acp po32 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 372
4256 So Ierusalem was saued in the siege by Sonacherib, for Dauids sake many yeares after his death; Esay 37.35. So Ierusalem was saved in the siege by Sonacherib, for David sake many Years After his death; Isaiah 37.35. np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp npg1 n1 d n2 p-acp po31 n1; np1 crd. (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 372
4257 And the succession of the Crowne of Israel continued in the line of Iehu for foure descents; And the succession of the Crown of Israel continued in the line of Iehu for foure descents; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp crd n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 372
4258 for the zeale that hee shewed against the worshippers of Baal, and the house of Ahab. So then, men may fare the better ; for the zeal that he showed against the worshippers of Baal, and the house of Ahab. So then, men may fare the better; p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. av av, n2 vmb vvi dt jc; (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 372
4259 and so they may fare the worse too, for the vertues, or vices of their Ancestors. Outwardly, and temporally they may: and so they may fare the Worse too, for the Virtues, or vices of their Ancestors. Outwardly, and temporally they may: cc av pns32 vmb vvi dt jc av, p-acp dt n2, cc n2 pp-f po32 n2. av-j, cc av-j pns32 vmb: (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 372
4260 but spiritually, and eternally they cannot. For as neuer yet any man went to heauen for his fathers goodnesse ; but spiritually, and eternally they cannot. For as never yet any man went to heaven for his Father's Goodness; cc-acp av-j, cc av-j pns32 vmbx. p-acp c-acp av av d n1 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 372
4261 so neither to hell for his fathers wickednesse. If it be obiected; so neither to hell for his Father's wickedness. If it be objected; av av-d p-acp n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1. cs pn31 vbb vvn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 372
4262 that for any people or person to suffer a famine of the word of God, to bee depriued of the vse and benefit of the sacred and sauing ordinances of God, to be left in vtter darkenesse without the least glimpse of the glorious light of the Gospell of God, without which (ordinarily) there can be no knowledge of Christ, nor meanes of Faith, nor possibility of Saluation; to be thus visited, is more than a temporall punishment: that for any people or person to suffer a famine of the word of God, to be deprived of the use and benefit of the sacred and Saving ordinances of God, to be left in utter darkness without the least glimpse of the glorious Light of the Gospel of God, without which (ordinarily) there can be no knowledge of christ, nor means of Faith, nor possibility of Salvation; to be thus visited, is more than a temporal punishment: cst p-acp d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j cc vvg n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq (av-j) pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f np1, ccx n2 pp-f n1, ccx n1 pp-f n1; pc-acp vbi av vvn, vbz av-dc cs dt j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 372
4263 and yet this kinde of spirituall iudgement doth sometimes light vpon a Nation or people, and yet this kind of spiritual judgement does sometime Light upon a nation or people, cc av d n1 pp-f j n1 vdz av vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4264 for the vnbeliefe, and vnthankfulnesse, and impenitencie, and contempt of their Progenitors whilest they had the light: for the unbelief, and unthankfulness, and impenitency, and contempt of their Progenitors whilst they had the Light: p-acp dt n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 cs pns32 vhd dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4265 and that therefore the Children for the Parents, and Posterity for their Ancestrie are punished not only with temporall, but euen with spirituall iudgements also. and that Therefore the Children for the Parents, and Posterity for their Ancestry Are punished not only with temporal, but even with spiritual Judgments also. cc cst av dt n2 p-acp dt n2, cc n1 p-acp po32 n1 vbr vvn xx av-j p-acp j, p-acp av p-acp j n2 av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4266 If any shall thus obiect, one of these two answers may satisfie them. If any shall thus Object, one of these two answers may satisfy them. cs d vmb av vvi, crd pp-f d crd n2 vmb vvi pno32. (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4267 First, if it should bee granted, the want of the Gospell to be properly a spirituall iudgement; First, if it should be granted, the want of the Gospel to be properly a spiritual judgement; ord, cs pn31 vmd vbi vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi av-j dt j n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4268 yet it would not follow that one man were punished spiritually for the fault of another. For betwixt priuate persons, and publike societies there is this difference: yet it would not follow that one man were punished spiritually for the fault of Another. For betwixt private Persons, and public societies there is this difference: av pn31 vmd xx vvi d crd n1 vbdr vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn. c-acp p-acp j n2, cc j n2 a-acp vbz d n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4269 that in priuate persons, euery succession maketh a change, so that when the father dyeth, that in private Persons, every succession makes a change, so that when the father Dies, cst p-acp j n2, d n1 vvz dt n1, av cst c-crq dt n1 vvz, (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4270 and the sonne commeth after him, there is not now the same person that was before, but another ; and the son comes After him, there is not now the same person that was before, but Another; cc dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbz xx av dt d n1 cst vbds a-acp, cc-acp j-jn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4271 but in Cities, and Countries, and Kingdomes, and all publike societies, succession maketh no change; but in Cities, and Countries, and Kingdoms, and all public societies, succession makes no change; cc-acp p-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc d j n2, n1 vvz dx n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4272 so that when one generation passeth, and another commeth after it, there is not another City, so that when one generation passes, and Another comes After it, there is not Another city, av cst c-crq crd n1 vvz, cc n-jn vvz p-acp pn31, pc-acp vbz xx j-jn n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4273 or Nation, or People than there was before, but the same. If then the people of the same land should in this generation bee visited with any such spirituall iudgement, as is the remoueall of their Candlesticke, or nation, or People than there was before, but the same. If then the people of the same land should in this generation be visited with any such spiritual judgement, as is the removal of their Candlestick, cc n1, cc n1 cs a-acp vbds a-acp, cc-acp dt d. cs av dt n1 pp-f dt d n1 vmd p-acp d n1 vbb vvn p-acp d d j n1, c-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4274 and the want of the Gospell, for the sinnes and impieties of their Ancestors in some former generations: and the want of the Gospel, for the Sins and impieties of their Ancestors in Some former generations: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp d j n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4275 yet this ought no more to bee accounted the punishment of one for another ; yet this ought not more to be accounted the punishment of one for Another; av d vmd xx av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f crd p-acp j-jn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 373
4276 than it ought to be accounted the punishing of one for another, to punish a man in his old age for the sinnes of his youth. For as the body of a man, than it ought to be accounted the punishing of one for Another, to Punish a man in his old age for the Sins of his youth. For as the body of a man, cs pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn dt n-vvg pp-f crd p-acp j-jn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt ng1 pp-f po31 n1. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 374
4277 though the primitiue moysture bee continually spending and wasting therein, and that decay bee still repayred by a daily supply of new and alimentall moysture, is yet truely the same Body ; though the primitive moisture be continually spending and wasting therein, and that decay be still repaired by a daily supply of new and alimental moisture, is yet truly the same Body; cs dt j n1 vbb av-j vvg cc vvg av, cc d n1 vbi av vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j cc j n1, vbz av av-j dt d n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 374
4278 and as a Riuer fed with a liuing spring, though the water that is in the channell be continually running out, and as a River fed with a living spring, though the water that is in the channel be continually running out, cc c-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cs dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 vbb av-j vvg av, (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 374
4279 and other water freshly succeeding in the place and roome thereof, is truely the same Riuer: so a Nation or People, and other water freshly succeeding in the place and room thereof, is truly the same River: so a nation or People, cc j-jn n1 av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av, vbz av-j dt d n1: av dt n1 cc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 374
4280 though one generation is euer passing away, and another comming on, is yet truely the same Nation or People after an hundred, though one generation is ever passing away, and Another coming on, is yet truly the same nation or People After an hundred, cs crd n1 vbz av vvg av, cc j-jn vvg a-acp, vbz av av-j dt d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt crd, (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 374
4281 or a thousand yeares, which it was before. Againe secondly; the want of the Gospell, is not properly a spirituall, but rather a temporall punishment. or a thousand Years, which it was before. Again secondly; the want of the Gospel, is not properly a spiritual, but rather a temporal punishment. cc dt crd n2, r-crq pn31 vbds a-acp. av ord; dt vvb pp-f dt n1, vbz xx av-j dt j, p-acp av-c dt j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 374
4282 Wee call it indeed sometimes a spirituall Iudgement, as wee doe the free vse of it a spirituall Blessing: because the Gospell was written for, we call it indeed sometime a spiritual Judgement, as we do the free use of it a spiritual Blessing: Because the Gospel was written for, pns12 vvb pn31 av av dt j n1, c-acp pns12 vdb dt j n1 pp-f pn31 dt j n1: p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp, (15) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 374
4283 and reuealed vnto the Church, by the spirit of God; and revealed unto the Church, by the Spirit of God; cc vvd p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 374
4284 and also because it is the holy ordinance of God, and the proper instrument whereby (ordinarily) the spirituall life of Faith and of Grace is conueighed into our soules. and also Because it is the holy Ordinance of God, and the proper Instrument whereby (ordinarily) the spiritual life of Faith and of Grace is conveyed into our Souls. cc av c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 c-crq (av-j) dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f vvb vbz vvn p-acp po12 n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 374
4285 But yet properly and primarily, those only are spirituall blessings, which are immediately wrought in the soule by the spirit of God, But yet properly and primarily, those only Are spiritual blessings, which Are immediately wrought in the soul by the Spirit of God, p-acp av av-j cc av-j, d av-j vbr j n2, r-crq vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 374
4286 and can neuer be lost where they are once placed, and are proper and peculiar to those that are borne againe of the spirit: and can never be lost where they Are once placed, and Are proper and peculiar to those that Are born again of the Spirit: cc vmb av-x vbi vvn c-crq pns32 vbr a-acp vvn, cc vbr j cc j p-acp d cst vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 374
4287 and all those on the contrary, which may bee subiect to decay, or are common to the reprobate with the elect, and all those on the contrary, which may be Subject to decay, or Are Common to the Reprobate with the elect, cc d d p-acp dt n-jn, r-crq vmb vbi j-jn p-acp vvi, cc vbr j p-acp dt n-jn p-acp dt j-vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 374
4288 or may turne to the hurt of the receiuer, are to be esteemed temporall blessings, and not spirituall. or may turn to the hurt of the receiver, Are to be esteemed temporal blessings, and not spiritual. cc vmb vvi p-acp dt vvd pp-f dt n1, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn j n2, cc xx j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 374
4289 And such a blessing, is the outward partaking of the word and ordinances of God: the want thereof therefore consequently, is to be esteemed a temporall iudgement, rather than spirituall. And such a blessing, is the outward partaking of the word and ordinances of God: the want thereof Therefore consequently, is to be esteemed a temporal judgement, rather than spiritual. cc d dt n1, vbz dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1: dt vvb av av av-j, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn dt j n1, av-c cs j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 375
4290 So that, notwithstanding this instance, still the former consideration holdeth good: So that, notwithstanding this instance, still the former consideration holds good: av cst, c-acp d n1, av dt j n1 vvz j: (15) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 375
4291 that God sometimes visiteth the sinnes of the fathers vpon the children with outward and temporall ; that God sometime Visiteth the Sins of the Father's upon the children with outward and temporal; cst np1 av vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp j cc j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 375
4292 but neuer with spirituall and eternall punishments. Now, if there could no more bee said to this doubt, but only this; but never with spiritual and Eternal punishments. Now, if there could no more be said to this doubt, but only this; cc-acp av-x p-acp j cc j n2. av, cs pc-acp vmd av-dx av-dc vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cc-acp av-j d; (15) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 375
4293 it were sufficient to cleere Gods Iustice: since wee haue beene already instructed, that these temporall iudgements are not alwayes properly and formally the punishments of sinne. it were sufficient to clear God's justice: since we have been already instructed, that these temporal Judgments Are not always properly and formally the punishments of sin. pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi npg1 n1: c-acp pns12 vhb vbn av vvn, cst d j n2 vbr xx av av-j cc av-j dt n2 pp-f n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 375
4294 For as outward blessings are indeed no true blessings properly ; For as outward blessings Are indeed no true blessings properly; c-acp c-acp j n2 vbr av dx j n2 av-j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 375
4295 because Wicked men haue their portion in them as well as the Godly, and they may turne (and often do) to the greater hurt of the soule, Because Wicked men have their portion in them as well as the Godly, and they may turn (and often do) to the greater hurt of the soul, c-acp j n2 vhb po32 n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp av c-acp dt j, cc pns32 vmb vvi (cc av vdb) p-acp dt jc vvn pp-f dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 375
4296 and so become rather Punishments, than Blessings: so to the contrary, outward punishments are no true punishments properly ; and so become rather Punishments, than Blessings: so to the contrary, outward punishments Are no true punishments properly; cc av vvn av n2, cs n2: av p-acp dt n-jn, j n2 vbr dx j n2 av-j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 375
4297 because the Godly haue their share in them as deepe as the Wicked, and they may turne (and often doe) to the greater good of the soule, Because the Godly have their share in them as deep as the Wicked, and they may turn (and often do) to the greater good of the soul, c-acp dt j vhb po32 n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp j-jn c-acp dt j, cc pns32 vmb vvi (cc av vdb) p-acp dt jc j pp-f dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 375
4298 and so become rather Blessings, than Punishments. If it be yet said; and so become rather Blessings, than Punishments. If it be yet said; cc av vvn av n2, cs n2. cs pn31 vbb av vvn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 375
4299 But why then doth God threaten them as Punishments, if they be not so? I answer. First ; But why then does God threaten them as Punishments, if they be not so? I answer. First; cc-acp q-crq av vdz np1 vvi pno32 c-acp n2, cs pns32 vbb xx av? pns11 vvb. ord; (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 375
4300 because they seeme to be punishments, and are by most men so accounted for their grieuousnesse, Because they seem to be punishments, and Are by most men so accounted for their grievousness, c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi n2, cc vbr p-acp ds n2 av vvn p-acp po32 n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 375
4301 though they bee not properly such in themselues. Secondly ; from the common euent ; though they be not properly such in themselves. Secondly; from the Common event; cs pns32 vbb xx av-j d p-acp px32. ord; p-acp dt j n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 375
4302 because vt plurimùm and for the most part they proue punishments to the sufferer, in case hee bee not bettered, as well as grieued, by them. Because vt plurimùm and for the most part they prove punishments to the sufferer, in case he be not bettered, as well as grieved, by them. c-acp fw-la fw-la cc p-acp dt av-ds n1 pns32 vvb n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pns31 vbb xx vvn, c-acp av c-acp vvn, p-acp pno32. (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 376
4303 Thirdly, because they are indeed a kinde of punishment, though not then deserued, but formerly. Fourthly, and most to the present purpose; Thirdly, Because they Are indeed a kind of punishment, though not then deserved, but formerly. Fourthly, and most to the present purpose; ord, c-acp pns32 vbr av dt n1 pp-f n1, cs xx av vvn, cc-acp av-j. ord, cc av-ds p-acp dt j n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 376
4304 because not seldome the father himselfe is punishment in them, who through tendernesse of affection taketh very much to heart the euills that happen to his childe ; Because not seldom the father himself is punishment in them, who through tenderness of affection Takes very much to heart the evils that happen to his child; c-acp xx av dt n1 px31 vbz n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvz av av-d p-acp n1 dt n2-jn cst vvb p-acp po31 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 376
4305 sometimes more, than if they had happened to himselfe. See Dauid weeping and puling for his trayterous sonne Absalon, when hee was gone; sometime more, than if they had happened to himself. See David weeping and puling for his traitorous son Absalom, when he was gone; av n1, cs cs pns32 vhd vvn p-acp px31. vvb np1 vvg cc vvg p-acp po31 j n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 376
4306 more affectionately, than wee finde hee did for the hazzards, of his own person and of the whole State of Israel, whiles he liued. more affectionately, than we find he did for the hazards, of his own person and of the Whole State of Israel, while he lived. n1 av-j, cs pns12 vvb pns31 vdd p-acp dt n2, pp-f po31 d n1 cc pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vvd. (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 376
4307 For if it be a punishment to a man to sustaine losses in his cattell, or goods, or lands, or friends, or any other thing hee hath: For if it be a punishment to a man to sustain losses in his cattle, or goods, or Lands, or Friends, or any other thing he hath: p-acp cs pn31 vbb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po31 n2, cc n2-j, cc n2, cc n2, cc d j-jn n1 pns31 vhz: (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 376
4308 how much more then in his children, of whom he maketh more account than of all the rest, (as being not only an image but euen a part of himselfe;) and for whose sakes especially it is, that he maketh so much account of the rest? The Egyptians were plagued not only in the blasting of their corne, the murraine of their cattell, the vnwholsomenesse of their waters, the annoiance of vermine, and such like; how much more then in his children, of whom he makes more account than of all the rest, (as being not only an image but even a part of himself;) and for whose sakes especially it is, that he makes so much account of the rest? The egyptians were plagued not only in the blasting of their corn, the murrain of their cattle, the vnwholsomenesse of their waters, the annoyance of vermin, and such like; c-crq av-d av-dc cs p-acp po31 n2, pp-f ro-crq pns31 vvz dc n1 cs pp-f d dt n1, (c-acp vbg xx av-j dt n1 cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f px31;) cc p-acp rg-crq n2 av-j pn31 vbz, cst pns31 vvz av d n1 pp-f dt n1? dt njp2 vbdr vvn xx av-j p-acp dt vvg pp-f po32 n1, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d av-j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 376
4309 but also and much more in the death of their first-borne: that was their last, and greatest plague. but also and much more in the death of their firstborn: that was their last, and greatest plague. cc-acp av cc av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j: cst vbds po32 ord, cc js n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 376
4310 The newes of his children slaine with the fall of an house, did put Iob (though not quite out of patience, The news of his children slain with the fallen of an house, did put Job (though not quite out of patience, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vdd vvi np1 (cs xx av av pp-f n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 376
4311 yet) more to the tryall of his patience, than the losse of all his substance besides; yet) more to the trial of his patience, than the loss of all his substance beside; av) n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cs dt n1 pp-f d po31 n1 a-acp; (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 377
4312 though of many thousands of Oxen, and Asses, and Sheepe, and Camels. though of many thousands of Oxen, and Asses, and Sheep, and Camels. cs pp-f d crd pp-f n2, cc n2, cc n1, cc n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 377
4313 Now if no man charge God with iniustice, if when a man sinneth he punish him in his body, or goods, or good name, or in other things: Now if no man charge God with injustice, if when a man Sinneth he Punish him in his body, or goods, or good name, or in other things: av cs dx n1 n1 np1 p-acp n1, cs c-crq dt n1 vvz pns31 vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc n2-j, cc j n1, cc p-acp j-jn n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 377
4314 why should it be suspected of iniustice, when hee sinneth, to punish him in his children? at least there, where the euill of the children seene or foreseene, redoundeth to the griefe and affliction of the father? And so was Dauids murther and adultery iustly punished in the losse of his incestuous sonne Amnon, and of his murtherous son Absalon. Vpon which ground, some thinke that clause [ vnto the third and fourth generation ] to haue beene added in the second Commandement, respectiuely to the ordinary ages of men; why should it be suspected of injustice, when he Sinneth, to Punish him in his children? At lest there, where the evil of the children seen or foreseen, redoundeth to the grief and affliction of the father? And so was David murder and adultery justly punished in the loss of his incestuous son Amnon, and of his murderous son Absalom. Upon which ground, Some think that clause [ unto the third and fourth generation ] to have been added in the second Commandment, respectively to the ordinary ages of men; q-crq vmd pn31 vbi vvn pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n2? p-acp cs a-acp, c-crq dt n-jn pp-f dt n2 vvn cc vvn, vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1? cc av vbds npg1 n1 cc n1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 np1, cc pp-f po31 j n1 np1. p-acp r-crq n1, d vvb cst n1 [ p-acp dt ord cc ord n1 ] pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt ord n1, av-j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 377
4315 who oftentimes liue to see their children to the third, and sometimes to the fourth generation, but very seldome farther: who oftentimes live to see their children to the third, and sometime to the fourth generation, but very seldom farther: r-crq av vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt ord, cc av p-acp dt ord n1, cc-acp av av av-jc: (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 377
4316 Implying, as they thinke, that God vsually punisheth the sinnes of the fathers vpon the children, within such a compasse of time, Implying, as they think, that God usually Punisheth the Sins of the Father's upon the children, within such a compass of time, vvg, c-acp pns32 vvb, cst np1 av-j vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 377
4317 as they may in likelyhood see it, and grieue at it; as they may in likelihood see it, and grieve At it; c-acp pns32 vmb p-acp n1 vvb pn31, cc vvb p-acp pn31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 377
4318 and then what euer euill it be, it is rather inflicted as a punishment to them, than to their children. and then what ever evil it be, it is rather inflicted as a punishment to them, than to their children. cc av q-crq av j-jn pn31 vbb, pn31 vbz av-c vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, cs p-acp po32 n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 377
4319 This in part satisfieth the doubt: This in part Satisfieth the doubt: np1 p-acp n1 vvz dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 377
4320 that the punishments which God layeth vpon the children for the fathers sinnes, are only temporall punishments, that the punishments which God Layeth upon the children for the Father's Sins, Are only temporal punishments, cst dt n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt ng1 n2, vbr av-j j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 377
4321 and consequently by our second ground not properly punishments. and consequently by our second ground not properly punishments. cc av-j p-acp po12 ord n1 xx av-j n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 377
4322 But yet for so much as these temporall euills, (be it properly, be it improperly,) are still a kind of Punishment ; But yet for so much as these temporal evils, (be it properly, be it improperly,) Are still a kind of Punishment; p-acp av c-acp av av-d c-acp d j n2-jn, (vbi pn31 av-j, vbb pn31 av-j,) vbr av dt n1 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 302 Page 377
4323 and we haue beene already taught from the third ground, that all euils of punishment, whether proper or improper, are brought vpon men euermore and onely for their owne personall sinnes: and we have been already taught from the third ground, that all evils of punishment, whither proper or improper, Are brought upon men evermore and only for their own personal Sins: cc pns12 vhb vbn av vvn p-acp dt ord n1, cst d n2-jn pp-f n1, cs j cc j, vbr vvn p-acp n2 av cc av-j p-acp po32 d j n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 302 Page 378
4324 the doubt is not yet wholly remoued, vnlesse we admit of a second Consideration ; the doubt is not yet wholly removed, unless we admit of a second Consideration; dt n1 vbz xx av av-jn vvn, cs pns12 vvb pp-f dt ord n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 302 Page 378
4325 and that concerneth the condition of those children, vpon whom such punishments are inflicted for their fathers sinnes. And first ; and that concerns the condition of those children, upon whom such punishments Are inflicted for their Father's Sins. And First; cc d vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp ro-crq d n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 ng1 n2. cc ord; (15) sermon (DIV1) 302 Page 378
4326 it is considerable, that children most times treade in their fathers steps, and continue in their sinnes : it is considerable, that children most times tread in their Father's steps, and continue in their Sins: pn31 vbz j, cst n2 av-ds n2 vvi p-acp po32 ng1 n2, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 378
4327 and so draw vpon themselues their punishments. And this they doe especially, by a threefold conueiance of sinne from their Parents; and so draw upon themselves their punishments. And this they do especially, by a threefold conveyance of sin from their Parents; cc av vvb p-acp px32 po32 n2. cc d pns32 vdb av-j, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 378
4328 viz. Nature, Example, and Education. First, Nature : viz. Nature, Exampl, and Education. First, Nature: n1 n1, n1, cc n1. ord, n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 378
4329 and this is seene especially in those sinnes, that are more sensuall than other, and doe after a sort symbolize with the predominant humour in the body. and this is seen especially in those Sins, that Are more sensual than other, and do After a sort symbolise with the predominant humour in the body. cc d vbz vvn av-j p-acp d n2, cst vbr dc j cs j-jn, cc vdb p-acp dt n1 vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 378
4330 It is plaine from experience, that some sinnes (especially the pronenesse, and inclination vnto them) doe follow some complexions and constitutions of body, more than others; and arise from them: It is plain from experience, that Some Sins (especially the proneness, and inclination unto them) do follow Some complexions and constitutions of body, more than Others; and arise from them: pn31 vbz j p-acp n1, cst d n2 (av-j dt n1, cc n1 p-acp pno32) vdb vvi d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, av-dc cs n2-jn; cc vvb p-acp pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 378
4331 As Ambition, Rage, Rashnesse, and turbulent entermedling in other mens affaires, from Choler ; Wantonnesse, and Licentious Mirth from Bloud ; Drunkennesse, and Lazinesse from Fleagme ; As Ambition, Rage, Rashness, and turbulent intermeddling in other men's affairs, from Choler; Wantonness, and Licentious Mirth from Blood; drunkenness, and Laziness from Fleagme; p-acp n1, n1, n1, cc j vvg p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, p-acp n1; n1, cc j n1 p-acp n1; n1, cc n1 p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 378
4332 Enuy, and Sullennesse, and implacable thirst of Reuenge from Melencholy. And these kind of sinnes (to note that by the way) doe oftentimes proue our master-sinnes ; Envy, and Sullenness, and implacable thirst of Revenge from Melencholy. And these kind of Sins (to note that by the Way) do oftentimes prove our Master-sins; n1, cc n1, cc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n-jn. cc d n1 pp-f n2 (p-acp n1 cst p-acp dt n1) vdb av vvi po12 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 378
4333 such as Diuines vsually call our bosome, and darling, and beloued sinnes, ( Peccatum in delicijs ) because naturally we haue a stronger pronenesse and inclination to these, than to other sinnes. such as Divines usually call our bosom, and darling, and Beloved Sins, (Peccatum in delicijs) Because naturally we have a Stronger proneness and inclination to these, than to other Sins. d c-acp n2-jn av-j vvb po12 n1, cc j-jn, cc j-vvn n2, (fw-la p-acp fw-la) c-acp av-j pns12 vhb dt jc n1 cc n1 p-acp d, cs p-acp j-jn n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 378
4334 And therefore wee ought to pray against, and to striue against, and to fight against these sinnes, And Therefore we ought to pray against, and to strive against, and to fight against these Sins, cc av pns12 vmd p-acp vvb p-acp, cc p-acp vvb p-acp, cc p-acp vvb p-acp d n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 379
4335 and to auoyd the occasions of them, especially and aboue all other sins. and to avoid the occasions of them, especially and above all other Sins. cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f pno32, av-j cc p-acp d j-jn n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 379
4336 And if it shall please God so to strengthen vs with his grace, and enable vs by his spirit, as to haue in some good measure subdued these sinnes in vs, And if it shall please God so to strengthen us with his grace, and enable us by his Spirit, as to have in Some good measure subdued these Sins in us, cc cs pn31 vmb vvi np1 av pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po31 vvi, cc vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n1, a-acp pc-acp vhi p-acp d j n1 vvn d n2 p-acp pno12, (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 379
4337 and denied our selues in them: and denied our selves in them: cc vvn po12 n2 p-acp pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 379
4338 it is to be comfortably hoped, that we haue wrought the maine and the masterpiece of our Mortification. But to returne where I was; it is to be comfortably hoped, that we have wrought the main and the masterpiece of our Mortification. But to return where I was; pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, cst pns12 vhb vvn dt j cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. p-acp pc-acp vvi c-crq pns11 vbds; (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 379
4339 as colour and fauour and proportion, of haire and face and lineament: and as diseases and infirmities of the Body; as colour and favour and proportion, of hair and face and lineament: and as diseases and infirmities of the Body; c-acp n1 cc vvb cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1: cc c-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 379
4340 so commonly the abilities, and dispositions, and tempers of the mind and affections became hereditary, and (as we say) runne in a bloud. Naturae sequitur semina quisque suae. so commonly the abilities, and dispositions, and tempers of the mind and affections became hereditary, and (as we say) run in a blood. Naturae sequitur semina Quisque suae. av av-j dt n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 vvd j, cc (c-acp pns12 vvb) vvn p-acp dt n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 379
4341 An euill bird hatcheth an euill egge ; and one viper will breede a generation of vipers. an evil bird hatcheth an evil egg; and one viper will breed a generation of vipers. dt j-jn n1 vvz dt j-jn n1; cc crd n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 379
4342 Secondly, We are (God knoweth) but too apish: apt to be led much by examples, more by the worst, most by the nearest. Secondly, We Are (God Knoweth) but too apish: apt to be led much by Examples, more by the worst, most by the nearest. ord, pns12 vbr (np1 vvz) cc-acp av j: j pc-acp vbi vvn d p-acp n2, dc p-acp dt js, av-ds p-acp dt js. (15) sermon (DIV1) 304 Page 379
4343 Velociùs & citiùs nos Corrumpunt vitiorum exempla domestica. Young ones wil doe, as they see the old ones doe before them: and they will on; — Velociùs & citiùs nos Corrupt Vitiorum exempla Domestica. Young ones will do, as they see the old ones do before them: and they will on; — npg1 cc fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. j pi2 vmb vdi, c-acp pns32 vvb dt j pi2 vdb p-acp pno32: cc pns32 vmb a-acp; (15) sermon (DIV1) 304 Page 379
4344 non quâ eundum, sed quâ itur ; not as their father biddeth them, but as he leadeth them. non quâ eundum, sed quâ itur; not as their father bids them, but as he leads them. fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la; xx p-acp po32 n1 vvz pno32, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz pno32. (15) sermon (DIV1) 304 Page 379
4345 Si nociua senem inuat alea — If the father be giuen to swearing, or gaming, or scoffing, or whoring, or ryot, or contention, or excesse in drinke, Si nociua senem inuat Alea — If the father be given to swearing, or gaming, or scoffing, or whoring, or riot, or contention, or excess in drink, fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la — cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp vvg, cc n-vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 304 Page 379
4346 or any thing else that naught is: let him counsell and aduise his sonne as often and as earnestly as he can; or any thing Else that nought is: let him counsel and advise his son as often and as earnestly as he can; cc d n1 av cst pix vbz: vvb pno31 n1 cc vvi po31 n1 c-acp av cc a-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmb; (15) sermon (DIV1) 304 Page 379
4347 hee shall find one cursed example, (without the singular mercie and grace of God) to doe more hurt vpon him, he shall find one cursed Exampl, (without the singular mercy and grace of God) to do more hurt upon him, pns31 vmb vvi crd j-vvn n1, (p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1) pc-acp vdi av-dc vvn p-acp pno31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 304 Page 379
4348 than a thousand wholesome admonitions will doe good. fugienda patrum vestigia ducunt, Et monstrata diu veteris trahit orbita culpae. than a thousand wholesome admonitions will do good. — fugienda patrum vestigia ducunt, Et monstrata Diu veteris trahit orbita Culpae. cs dt crd j n2 vmb vdb j. — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (15) sermon (DIV1) 304 Page 380
4349 A third meanes of conueying vices from parents to children is Education: when parents traine and bring vp their children in those sinfull courses, wherein themselues haue liued and delighted. A third means of conveying vices from Parents to children is Education: when Parents train and bring up their children in those sinful courses, wherein themselves have lived and delighted. dt ord vvz pp-f vvg n2 p-acp n2 p-acp n2 vbz n1: c-crq n2 n1 cc vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp d j n2, c-crq px32 vhb vvn cc vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 380
4350 So couetous worldlings are euer distilling into the eares of their children precepts of parsimony and good husbandry, reading them lectures of thrift, So covetous worldlings Are ever distilling into the ears of their children Precepts of parsimony and good Husbandry, reading them Lectures of thrift, av j n2 vbr av vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1, vvg pno32 n2 pp-f n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 380
4351 and inculcating principles of getting and sauing. Sunt quaedam vitiorum elementa: his protinus illos imbuet, & coget vitiorum ediscere sordes. and inculcating principles of getting and Saving. Sunt quaedam Vitiorum Elementa: his Immediately Illos imbuet, & coget Vitiorum ediscere sordes. cc j-vvg n2 pp-f vvg cc vvg. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: po31 fw-la n2 fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 380
4352 Idle wandring Beggars traine vp their children in a trade of begging and lying, and cursing, and filching, and all idlenesse and abominable filthinesse. Idle wandering Beggars train up their children in a trade of begging and lying, and cursing, and filching, and all idleness and abominable filthiness. j vvg ng1 vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc d n1 cc j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 380
4353 And idolatrous parents how carefull they are to nuzzle vp their Posterity in Superstition and Idolatry ; And idolatrous Parents how careful they Are to nuzzle up their Posterity in Superstition and Idolatry; cc j n2 c-crq j pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 380
4354 I would our protest Popelings, and halfe-baked Protestants, did not let vs see but too often. I would our protest Popelings, and half-baked Protestants, did not let us see but too often. pns11 vmd po12 n1 n2, cc j n2, vdd xx vvi pno12 vvi p-acp av av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 380
4355 Wretched and accursed is our supine carelessenesse; Wretched and accursed is our supine carelessness; j cc j-vvn vbz po12 n1 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 380
4356 if these mens wicked diligence, (whose first care for the fruite of their bodies, is to poyson their soules, by sacrificing their sonnes and daughters to Idols;) shall rise vp in iudgement against vs, if these men's wicked diligence, (whose First care for the fruit of their bodies, is to poison their Souls, by sacrificing their Sons and daughters to Idols;) shall rise up in judgement against us, cs d ng2 j n1, (r-crq ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, vbz pc-acp vvi po32 n2, p-acp vvg po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp n2;) vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, (15) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 380
4357 and condemne our foule neglect, in not seasoning the tender yeeres of our children with such religious, godly and vertuous informations, as they are ca••ble of. and condemn our foul neglect, in not seasoning the tender Years of our children with such religious, godly and virtuous informations, as they Are ca••ble of. cc vvb po12 j vvb, p-acp xx vvg dt j n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d j, j cc j n2, c-acp pns32 vbr j pp-f. (15) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 380
4358 How euer it be, whether by Nature, Example, or Education, one, or more, or all of these: How ever it be, whither by Nature, Exampl, or Education, one, or more, or all of these: uh-crq av pn31 vbb, cs p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, pi, cc av-dc, cc d pp-f d: (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 380
4359 certaine it is, that most times sinnes passe a long from the father to the son, certain it is, that most times Sins pass a long from the father to the son, j pn31 vbz, cst ds n2 n2 vvb dt j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 380
4360 and so downeward, by a kind of lineall descent from predecessours to posterity; and that for the most part with advantage and encrease: and so downward, by a kind of lineal descent from predecessors to posterity; and that for the most part with advantage and increase: cc av av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1; cc cst p-acp dt av-ds n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 380
4361 whole families being tainted with the speciall vices of their stocke. Whole families being tainted with the special vices of their stock. j-jn n2 vbg vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 381
4362 Iohn Baptist speaketh of a generation of vipers: and if wee should but obserue the conditions of some families in a long line of succession; John Baptist speaks of a generation of vipers: and if we should but observe the conditions of Some families in a long line of succession; np1 np1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2: cc cs pns12 vmd cc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 381
4363 might wee not espie here and there, euen whole generations of Drunkards, and generations of Sweareres, and generations of Idolaters, and generations of Wordlings, and generations of seditious, and of enuious, and of riotous, and of haughty, and of vncleane persons, might we not espy Here and there, even Whole generations of Drunkards, and generations of Sweareres, and generations of Idolaters, and generations of Worldlings, and generations of seditious, and of envious, and of riotous, and of haughty, and of unclean Persons, vmd pns12 xx vvi av cc a-acp, av j-jn n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 pp-f j, cc pp-f j, cc pp-f j, cc pp-f j, cc pp-f j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 381
4364 and of sinnes in other kindes? This vngodly king Ahab ; and of Sins in other Kinds? This ungodly King Ahab; cc pp-f n2 p-acp j-jn n2? d j n1 np1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 381
4365 see how all that come of him, taste of him, and haue some spice and relish of his euill manners. see how all that come of him, taste of him, and have Some spice and relish of his evil manners. vvb c-crq d cst vvb pp-f pno31, n1 pp-f pno31, cc vhb d n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 381
4366 Of his sonne Ahaziah, that next succeeded him in the kingdome of Israel, the Text saith in the next Chapter, that he walked in the way of his father, Of his son Ahaziah, that next succeeded him in the Kingdom of Israel, the Text Says in the next Chapter, that he walked in the Way of his father, pp-f po31 n1 np1, cst ord vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 381
4367 and in the way of his mother. and in the Way of his mother. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 381
4368 And another Ahaziah king of Iudah, the grand-child of Iehosaphat by the fathers side, and of Ahab by the mothers; And Another Ahaziah King of Iudah, the grandchild of Jehoshaphat by the Father's side, and of Ahab by the mother's; cc j-jn np1 n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 381
4369 drew infection from the mother, and so trode in the steps rather of this his wicked grandfather Ahab, than of his good grandfather Iehosophat : drew infection from the mother, and so trodden in the steps rather of this his wicked grandfather Ahab, than of his good grandfather Iehosophat: vvd n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av vvd p-acp dt n2 av-c pp-f d po31 j n1 np1, cs pp-f po31 j n1 np1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 381
4370 and of him therefore the Scripture saith remarkeably in 4. King. 8. He walked in the way of the house of Ahab, and of him Therefore the Scripture Says remarkably in 4. King. 8. He walked in the Way of the house of Ahab, cc pp-f pno31 av dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp crd n1. crd pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 381
4371 and did euill in the sight of the Lord, as did the house of Ahab, for hee was the sonne in Law of the house of Ahab. and did evil in the sighed of the Lord, as did the house of Ahab, for he was the son in Law of the house of Ahab. cc vdd av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp vdd dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 381
4372 Little doth any man thinke, what hurt he may doe vnto, and what plague he may bring vpon, his posterity, by ioyning himselfe or them in too strict a bond of nearenesse with an ill or an idolatrous house or stocke. Little does any man think, what hurt he may do unto, and what plague he may bring upon, his posterity, by joining himself or them in too strict a bound of nearness with an ill or an idolatrous house or stock. j vdz d n1 vvb, r-crq vvd pns31 vmb vdi p-acp, cc r-crq n1 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp, po31 n1, p-acp vvg px31 cc pno32 p-acp av j dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn cc dt j n1 cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 382
4373 Here, we see, is Ahabs house taxed, & not his person onely: Here, we see, is Ahabs house taxed, & not his person only: av, pns12 vvb, vbz npg1 n1 vvn, cc xx po31 n1 av-j: (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 382
4374 euen the whole familie, and broode, and kin of them, branch and roote. And that Iehoram also who is the son here spoken of and meant in my Text, did Patrisare too as well as the rest of the kindred, even the Whole family, and brood, and kin of them, branch and root. And that Jehoram also who is the son Here spoken of and meant in my Text, did Patrisar too as well as the rest of the kindred, av dt j-jn n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f pno32, n1 cc n1. cc d np1 av r-crq vbz dt n1 av vvn pp-f cc vvd p-acp po11 n1, vdd np1 av c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 382
4375 and take after the father, (though not in that height of impiety, and idolatry, as his father) is plaine from the sequele of the Story. and take After the father, (though not in that height of impiety, and idolatry, as his father) is plain from the sequel of the Story. cc vvi p-acp dt n1, (cs xx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, c-acp po31 n1) vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 382
4376 And so doing, and partaking of the Euills of sin with his father; And so doing, and partaking of the Evils of sin with his father; cc av vdg, cc vvg pp-f dt n2-jn pp-f vvb p-acp po31 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 382
4377 why might he not also in justice partake of the Euills of punishment with his father? why might he not also in Justice partake of the Evils of punishment with his father? q-crq vmd pns31 xx av p-acp n1 vvi pp-f dt n2-jn pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1? (15) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 382
4378 Secondly, the sinnes of the fathers are visited vpon the children sometimes, as possessours of something which their fathers left them, with Gods curse cleauing vnto it. Secondly, the Sins of the Father's Are visited upon the children sometime, as possessors of something which their Father's left them, with God's curse cleaving unto it. ord, dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 av, c-acp n2 pp-f pi r-crq po32 n2 vvd pno32, p-acp ng1 n1 vvg p-acp pn31. (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 382
4379 As in the Law, not onely he, that had an issue of vncleanenesse, made them vncleane that touched him; As in the Law, not only he, that had an issue of uncleanness, made them unclean that touched him; p-acp p-acp dt n1, xx av-j pns31, cst vhd dt n1 pp-f n1, vvd pno32 j cst vvd pno31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 382
4380 but euen the saddle or stoole hee sate vpon, the cloathes hee wore, the bed whereon he lay, any vessell of earth or of wood that he did but touch, was enough to bring legall pollution and vncleanesse vpon any other person, that should but touch them: but even the saddle or stool he sat upon, the clothes he wore, the Bed whereon he lay, any vessel of earth or of wood that he did but touch, was enough to bring Legal pollution and uncleanness upon any other person, that should but touch them: cc-acp av dt vvb cc n1 pns31 vvd p-acp, dt n2 pns31 vvd, dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd, d n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1 cst pns31 vdd p-acp vvi, vbds av-d pc-acp vvi j n1 cc n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, cst vmd p-acp vvi pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 382
4381 So, not onely our fathers sinnes, if wee touch them by imitation ; So, not only our Father's Sins, if we touch them by imitation; av, xx av-j po12 n2 n2, cs pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 382
4382 but euen their lands and goods and houses and other things that were theirs, are sufficient to deriue Gods curse vpon vs, but even their Lands and goods and houses and other things that were theirs, Are sufficient to derive God's curse upon us, cc-acp av po32 n2 cc n2-j cc n2 cc j-jn n2 cst vbdr png32, vbr j pc-acp vvi n2 vvb p-acp pno12, (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 382
4383 if wee doe but hold them in possession. What is gotten by any euill and vniust and vnwarrantable meanes, is in Gods sight and estimation no better than stollen. Now stollen goods, we know, if we do but hold them in possession. What is got by any evil and unjust and unwarrantable means, is in God's sighed and estimation no better than stolen. Now stolen goods, we know, cs pns12 vdb p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1. q-crq vbz vvn p-acp d j-jn cc j cc j n2, vbz p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1 av-dx av-jc cs vvn. av vvn n2-j, pns12 vvb, (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 382
4384 though they haue passed through neuer so many hands before, that man is answereable for, in whose hands they are found, though they have passed through never so many hands before, that man is answerable for, in whose hands they Are found, cs pns32 vhb vvn p-acp av-x av d n2 a-acp, cst n1 vbz j p-acp, p-acp rg-crq n2 pns32 vbr vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 382
4385 and in whose custody and possession they are. God hateth not sinne onely; but the very monuments of sinne too: and in whose custody and possession they Are. God hates not sin only; but the very monuments of sin too: cc p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 vbr. np1 vvz xx n1 av-j; cc-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 av: (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 383
4386 and his curse fasteneth, not onely vpon the agent ; but vpon the bruite and dead materialls too: and his curse fasteneth, not only upon the agent; but upon the bruit and dead materials too: cc po31 vvb vvz, xx av-j p-acp dt n1; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc j n2-jn av: (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 383
4387 and where theft, or oppression, or periury, or sacriledge haue layed the foundation, and reared the house; and where theft, or oppression, or perjury, or sacrilege have laid the Foundation, and reared the house; cc q-crq n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 vhb vvn dt n1, cc vvd dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 383
4388 there the Curse of God creepeth in betweene the walls and seelings, and lurketh close within the stones and the timber, and as a fretting moath or canker, insensibly gnaweth asunder the pins and the ioynts of the building, till it haue vnframed it, there the Curse of God creeps in between the walls and seelings, and lurks close within the stones and the timber, and as a fretting moath or canker, insensibly gnaweth asunder the pins and the Joints of the building, till it have unframed it, a-acp dt vvb pp-f np1 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n2 cc n2, cc vvz av-j p-acp dt n2 cc dt n1, cc p-acp dt j-vvg j cc n1, av-j vvz av dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31 vhb j-vvn-u pn31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 383
4389 and resolued it into a ruinous heape: for which mischiefe there is no remedy, no preseruation from it, but one; and resolved it into a ruinous heap: for which mischief there is no remedy, no preservation from it, but one; cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt j n1: p-acp r-crq n1 a-acp vbz dx n1, dx n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp pi; (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 383
4390 and that is, free and speedy Restitution. For any thing we know, what Ahab the father got without iustice, Iehoram the sonne held without scruple. We doe not find, that euer hee made restitution of Naboths vineyard to the right heire; and that is, free and speedy Restitution. For any thing we know, what Ahab the father god without Justice, Jehoram the son held without scruple. We do not find, that ever he made restitution of Naboth's vineyard to the right heir; cc d vbz, j cc j n1. p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb, r-crq np1 dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, np1 dt n1 vvd p-acp n1. pns12 vdb xx vvi, cst av pns31 vvd n1 pp-f n2 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 383
4391 and it is like enough hee did not: and then betweene him and his father there was but this difference; and it is like enough he did not: and then between him and his father there was but this difference; cc pn31 vbz av-j av-d pns31 vdd xx: cc av p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1 a-acp vbds p-acp d n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 383
4392 the father was the thiefe, and he the receiuer ; the father was the thief, and he the receiver; dt n1 vbds dt n1, cc pns31 dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 383
4393 which two the Law seuereth not either in guilt or punishment, but wrappeth them equally in the same guilt, which two the Law severeth not either in guilt or punishment, but wrappeth them equally in the same guilt, r-crq crd dt n1 vvz xx d p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp vvz pno32 av-j p-acp dt d n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 383
4394 and in the same punishment — NONLATINALPHABET. and in the same punishment —. cc p-acp dt d n1 —. (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 383
4395 And who knoweth, whether the very holding of that vineyard might not bring vpon him the curse of his fathers oppression? it is plaine that vineyard was the place, where the heauiest part of that curse ouertooke him. And who Knoweth, whither the very holding of that vineyard might not bring upon him the curse of his Father's oppression? it is plain that vineyard was the place, where the Heaviest part of that curse overtook him. cc q-crq vvz, cs dt j vvg pp-f d n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31 dt vvb pp-f po31 ng1 n1? pn31 vbz j cst n1 vbds dt n1, c-crq dt js n1 pp-f d n1 vvd pno31. (15) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 383
4396 But that which is the vpshot of all, and vntieth all the knots both of this and of all other doubts, that can be made against Gods iustice, in punishing one for another, ariseth from a third consideration ; which is this. But that which is the upshot of all, and untieth all the knots both of this and of all other doubts, that can be made against God's Justice, in punishing one for Another, arises from a third consideration; which is this. p-acp cst r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cc vvz d dt n2 d pp-f d cc pp-f d j-jn n2, cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp vvg pi p-acp n-jn, vvz p-acp dt ord n1; r-crq vbz d. (15) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 384
4397 That the children are punished for the fathers sins, or indefinitely any one man for the sins of any other man; That the children Are punished for the Father's Sins, or indefinitely any one man for the Sins of any other man; cst dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 n2, cc av-j d crd n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j-jn n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 384
4398 it ought to be imputed to those sinnes of the fathers or others, not as to the causes properly deseruing them, it ought to be imputed to those Sins of the Father's or Others, not as to the Causes properly deserving them, pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2-jn, xx c-acp p-acp dt n2 av-j vvg pno32, (15) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 384
4399 but onely as occasioning those punishments. but only as occasioning those punishments. cc-acp av-j c-acp vvg d n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 384
4400 It pleaseth God to take occasion from the sinnes of the fathers or of some others, to bring vpon their children, or those that otherwise belong vnto them in some kind of relation, those euills which by their owne corruptions & sinnes they haue iustly deserued. It Pleases God to take occasion from the Sins of the Father's or of Some Others, to bring upon their children, or those that otherwise belong unto them in Some kind of Relation, those evils which by their own corruptions & Sins they have justly deserved. pn31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cc pp-f d n2-jn, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc d cst av vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, d n2-jn r-crq p-acp po32 d n2 cc n2 pns32 vhb av-j vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 384
4401 This distinction of the Cause and Occasion, if well heeded, both fully acquiteth Gods Iustice ; and abundantly reconcileth the seeming Contradictions of Scripture, in this Argument: This distinction of the Cause and Occasion, if well heeded, both Fully acquitteth God's justice; and abundantly reconcileth the seeming Contradictions of Scripture, in this Argument: d n1 pp-f dt vvb cc n1, cs av vvn, av-d av-j vvz npg1 n1; cc av-j vvz dt j-vvg n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 384
4402 and therefore it will be worth the while, a little to open it. and Therefore it will be worth the while, a little to open it. cc av pn31 vmb vbi j dt n1, dt j pc-acp vvi pn31. (15) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 384
4403 There is a kind of Cause de numero efficientium, which the learned for distinctions sake call the Impulsiue Cause : There is a kind of Cause the numero efficientium, which the learned for Distinctions sake call the Impulsive Cause: pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 fw-la, r-crq dt j p-acp n2 n1 vvb dt j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 384
4404 and it is such a cause, as moueth and induceth the principall Agent, to doe that which it doth. For Example: and it is such a cause, as moves and induceth the principal Agent, to do that which it does. For Exampl: cc pn31 vbz d dt n1, c-acp vvz cc vvz dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vdi d r-crq pn31 vdz. p-acp n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 384
4405 A Schoolemaster correcteth a boy with a rod for neglecting his booke. Of this correction here are three distinct causes, all in the ranke of efficients; A Schoolmaster Correcteth a boy with a rod for neglecting his book. Of this correction Here Are three distinct Causes, all in the rank of efficients; dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg po31 n1. pp-f d n1 av vbr crd j n2, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 384
4406 viz. the Master, the Rod, and the boyes neglect: but each hath its proper causality in a different kind and maner from other. viz. the Master, the Rod, and the boys neglect: but each hath its proper causality in a different kind and manner from other. n1 dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n2 vvi: p-acp d vhz po31 j n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n-jn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 384
4407 The Master is the Cause, as the principall Agent, that doth it; the Rod is the Cause, as the Instrument wherewith he doth it; The Master is the Cause, as the principal Agent, that does it; the Rod is the Cause, as the Instrument wherewith he does it; dt n1 vbz dt n1, c-acp dt j-jn n1, cst vdz pn31; dt n1 vbz dt n1, c-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vdz pn31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 384
4408 and the boyes neglect the impulsiue cause, for which he doth it. Semblably, in this iudgement which befell Iehoram ; and the boys neglect the impulsive cause, for which he does it. Semblably, in this judgement which befell Jehoram; cc dt n2 vvb dt j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz zz. av-j, p-acp d n1 r-crq vvd np1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 385
4409 the principall efficient cause and Agent, was God, (as hee is in all other punishments and iudgements; the principal efficient cause and Agent, was God, (as he is in all other punishments and Judgments; dt n-jn j n1 cc n1, vbds np1, (c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp d j-jn n2 cc n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 385
4410 shall there be euil in the City, and the Lord hath not done it? Amos 3.) & here he taketh it to himselfe, [ I will bring the euill vpon his house. shall there be evil in the city, and the Lord hath not done it? Amos 3.) & Here he Takes it to himself, [ I will bring the evil upon his house. vmb a-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vhz xx vdn pn31? np1 crd) cc av pns31 vvz pn31 pc-acp px31, [ pns11 vmb vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 385
4411 ] The Instrumental Cause vnder God, was Iehu ; ] The Instrumental Cause under God, was Iehu; ] dt j vvb p-acp np1, vbds np1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 385
4412 whom God raised vp, and endued with zeale and power for the execution of that vengeance, which he had determined against Ahab and against his house; whom God raised up, and endued with zeal and power for the execution of that vengeance, which he had determined against Ahab and against his house; ro-crq np1 vvd a-acp, cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1 cc p-acp po31 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 385
4413 as appeareth in 4. Kings 9. and 10. But now, what the true proper Impulsiue cause should be, as appears in 4. Kings 9. and 10. But now, what the true proper Impulsive cause should be, c-acp vvz p-acp crd n2 crd cc crd p-acp av, q-crq dt j j j n1 vmd vbi, (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 385
4414 for which he was so punished, and which moued God at that time and in that sort to punish him; for which he was so punished, and which moved God At that time and in that sort to Punish him; p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds av vvn, cc r-crq vvd np1 p-acp d n1 cc p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 385
4415 that is the point wherein consisteth the chiefest difficulty in this matter, and into which therefore wee are now to enquire: that is the point wherein Consisteth the chiefest difficulty in this matter, and into which Therefore we Are now to inquire: d vbz dt n1 c-crq vvz dt js-jn n1 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp r-crq av pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi: (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 385
4416 viz. whether that were rather his own sinne, or his father Ahabs sinne? Whether we answer for this, or for that: we say but the truth in both: for both sayings are true; viz. whither that were rather his own sin, or his father Ahabs sin? Whither we answer for this, or for that: we say but the truth in both: for both sayings Are true; n1 cs d vbdr av po31 d n1, cc po31 n1 n2 n1? cs pns12 vvb p-acp d, cc p-acp cst: pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp d: c-acp d n2-vvg vbr j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 385
4417 [ God punished him for his owne, ] and [ God punished him for his Fathers sinne. ] The difference only this. [ God punished him for his own, ] and [ God punished him for his Father's sin. ] The difference only this. [ uh-np vvn pno31 p-acp po31 d, ] cc [ uh-np vvn pno31 p-acp po31 ng1 n1. ] dt n1 av-j d. (15) sermon (DIV1) 310 Page 385
4418 His owne sinnes were the impulsiue cause that deserued the punishment; his fathers sinne the impulsiue cause that occasioned it: His own Sins were the impulsive cause that deserved the punishment; his Father's sin the impulsive cause that occasioned it: po31 d n2 vbdr dt j vvi d vvd dt n1; po31 n2 vvb dt j vvi d vvn pn31: (15) sermon (DIV1) 310 Page 385
4419 and so indeed vpon the point, and respectiuely to the iustice of God, rather his own sins were the cause of it, than his fathers; and so indeed upon the point, and respectively to the Justice of God, rather his own Sins were the cause of it, than his Father's; cc av av p-acp dt n1, cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-c po31 d n2 vbdr dt n1 pp-f pn31, cs po31 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 310 Page 385
4420 both because iustice doth especially looke at the desert, & also because that which deserueth a punishment is more effectually, & primarily, and properly the impulsiue cause of punishing, both Because Justice does especially look At the desert, & also Because that which deserves a punishment is more effectually, & primarily, and properly the impulsive cause of punishing, d c-acp n1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, cc av c-acp d r-crq vvz dt n1 vbz av-dc av-j, cc av-j, cc av-j dt j n1 pp-f vvg, (15) sermon (DIV1) 310 Page 385
4421 than that which onley occasioneth it. The termes whereby Artists expresse these two different kindes of impulsiue causes (borrowed from Galen, and the Physitians,) of NONLATINALPHABET, than that which only occasioneth it. The terms whereby Artists express these two different Kinds of impulsive Causes (borrowed from Galen, and the Physicians,) of, cs d r-crq j vvz pn31. dt n2 c-crq n2 vvi d crd j n2 pp-f j n2 (vvn p-acp np1, cc dt n2,) pp-f, (15) sermon (DIV1) 310 Page 386
4422 and NONLATINALPHABET, would be excellent, and full of satisfaction; if they were of easie vnderstanding. and, would be excellent, and full of satisfaction; if they were of easy understanding. cc, vmd vbi j, cc j pp-f n1; cs pns32 vbdr pp-f j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 310 Page 386
4423 But for that they are not so, especially to such as are not acquainted with the termes and learning of the Schooles ; I forbeare to vse them: But for that they Are not so, especially to such as Are not acquainted with the terms and learning of the Schools; I forbear to use them: cc-acp c-acp cst pns32 vbr xx av, av-j p-acp d c-acp vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n2; pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 310 Page 386
4424 and rather than to take the shortest cut ouer hedge and ditch, chuse to leade you an easier and plainer way, though it's something about; and rather than to take the Shortest Cut over hedge and ditch, choose to lead you an Easier and plainer Way, though it's something about; cc av-c cs pc-acp vvi dt js n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 dt jc cc jc n1, c-acp pn31|vbz pi a-acp; (15) sermon (DIV1) 310 Page 386
4425 and that by a familiar example. A man hath liued for some good space in reasonable state of health; and that by a familiar Exampl. A man hath lived for Some good Molle in reasonable state of health; cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n1. dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp j n1 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 310 Page 386
4426 yet by grosse feeding, and through continuance of time, his body the whilest hath contracted many vitious, noisome, yet by gross feeding, and through Continuance of time, his body the whilst hath contracted many vicious, noisome, av p-acp j n-vvg, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1, po31 n1 dt cs vhz vvn d j, j, (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 386
4427 and malignant humours. It happeneth he hath occasion to ride abroad in bad weather; and malignant humours. It Happeneth he hath occasion to ride abroad in bad weather; cc j n2. pn31 vvz pns31 vhz n1 p-acp vvb av p-acp j n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 386
4428 taketh wet on his feete or necke, getteth cold with it, commeth home, findeth himselfe not well, falleth a shaking first, Takes wet on his feet or neck, gets cold with it, comes home, finds himself not well, falls a shaking First, vvz j p-acp po31 n2 cc n1, vvz j-jn p-acp pn31, vvz av-an, vvz px31 xx av, vvz dt vvg ord, (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 386
4429 and anon after into a dangerous and lasting feuer. Here is a feuer ; and here are two different causes of it: and anon After into a dangerous and lasting fever. Here is a fever; and Here Are two different Causes of it: cc av c-acp p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1. av vbz dt n1; cc av vbr crd j n2 pp-f pn31: (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 386
4430 an antecedent cause within, the abundance of noisome and crude humours, (that is causa NONLATINALPHABET); an antecedent cause within, the abundance of noisome and crude humours, (that is causa); dt n1 n1 p-acp, dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2, (cst vbz fw-la); (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 386
4431 and the euident cause ab extra, his riding in the wet, and taking cold vpon it, (and that is Galens causa NONLATINALPHABET). and the evident cause ab extra, his riding in the wet, and taking cold upon it, (and that is Galens causa). cc dt j n1 fw-la fw-la, po31 vvg p-acp dt j, cc vvg j-jn p-acp pn31, (cc d vbz np1 fw-la). (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 386
4432 Let vs goe on a little, and compare these causes. Let us go on a little, and compare these Causes. vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt j, cc vvi d n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 386
4433 The Physitian is sent for, the sicke mans friends they stand about him, and in commeth the Physitian among them, The physician is sent for, the sick men Friends they stand about him, and in comes the physician among them, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp, dt j ng1 n2 pns32 vvb p-acp pno31, cc p-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32, (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 386
4434 and enquireth of him and them how he got his feuer. and enquireth of him and them how he god his fever. cc vvz pp-f pno31 cc pno32 c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 386
4435 They presently giue him such information as they can, (and the information is both true, and sufficient, so farre as it reacheth:) they tell him the one cause, the occasionall cause, the outward euident cause: They presently give him such information as they can, (and the information is both true, and sufficient, so Far as it reaches:) they tell him the one cause, the occasional cause, the outward evident cause: pns32 av-j vvi pno31 d n1 c-acp pns32 vmb, (cc dt n1 vbz d j, cc j, av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz:) pns32 vvb pno31 dt crd n1, dt j n1, dt j j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4436 [ Alas, Sir, he rode such a iourney, such a time, got wet on his feete, and tooke cold vpon it; [ Alas, Sir, he road such a journey, such a time, god wet on his feet, and took cold upon it; [ uh, n1, pns31 vvd d dt n1, d dt n1, vvd j p-acp po31 n2, cc vvd j-jn p-acp pn31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4437 and that hath brought him to all this. ] That is all they are able to say to it: and that hath brought him to all this. ] That is all they Are able to say to it: cc cst vhz vvn pno31 p-acp d d. ] cst vbz d pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31: (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4438 for other cause they know none. for other cause they know none. c-acp j-jn n1 pns32 vvb pix. (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4439 But by and by after some suruiew of the state of the Body, hee is able to informe them in the other cause, the inward and originall cause; But by and by After Some surview of the state of the Body, he is able to inform them in the other cause, the inward and original cause; p-acp p-acp cc a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt j cc j-jn n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4440 whereof they were as ignorant before, as he was of that other outward one: whereof they were as ignorant before, as he was of that other outward one: c-crq pns32 vbdr a-acp j c-acp, c-acp pns31 vbds pp-f d j-jn j pi: (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4441 and hee telleth them the cause of the malady is superfluitie of crude and noisome humours, rankenesse of bloud, abundance of melancholy, tough fleame, or some other like thing within. and he Telleth them the cause of the malady is superfluity of crude and noisome humours, rankness of blood, abundance of melancholy, tough flame, or Some other like thing within. cc pns31 vvz pno32 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1 pp-f j cc j n2, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f j-jn, j vvi, cc d j-jn j n1 a-acp. (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4442 Now if it be demanded, which of these two is rather the cause of his sicknesse? The truth is, that inward antecedent cause within, is the very cause thereof; Now if it be demanded, which of these two is rather the cause of his sickness? The truth is, that inward antecedent cause within, is the very cause thereof; av cs pn31 vbb vvn, r-crq pp-f d crd vbz av-c dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? dt n1 vbz, cst j n1 n1 p-acp, vbz dt j n1 av; (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4443 although perhaps it had not bred a feuer at that time, if that other outward occasion had not beene. although perhaps it had not bred a fever At that time, if that other outward occasion had not been. cs av pn31 vhd xx vvn dt n1 p-acp d n1, cs d j-jn j n1 vhd xx vbn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4444 For by that inward hidden cause the body was prepared for an ague: For by that inward hidden cause the body was prepared for an ague: p-acp p-acp d j j-vvn vvi dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4445 only there wanted some outward fit accident, to stirre and prouoke the humours within, and to set them on working. only there wanted Some outward fit accident, to stir and provoke the humours within, and to Set them on working. av-j a-acp vvd d j j n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg. (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4446 And the parties body being so prepared, might haue fallen into the same sicknesse, by some other accident as well as that; And the parties body being so prepared, might have fallen into the same sickness, by Some other accident as well as that; cc dt ng1 n1 vbg av vvn, vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt d n1, p-acp d j-jn n1 c-acp av c-acp d; (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4447 as ouer heating himselfe with exercise, immoderate watching, some distemper or surfeit in diet, or the like: as over heating himself with exercise, immoderate watching, Some distemper or surfeit in diet, or the like: c-acp p-acp n-vvg px31 p-acp n1, j vvg, d n1 cc vvi p-acp n1, cc dt j: (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4448 But neither that, nor any of these, nor any other such accident could haue cast him into such a Fit, But neither that, nor any of these, nor any other such accident could have cast him into such a Fit, cc-acp dx d, ccx d pp-f d, ccx d j-jn d n1 vmd vhi vvn pno31 p-acp d dt j, (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4449 if the humours had not bin ripe, and the body thereby prepared to entertaine such a disease. if the humours had not been ripe, and the body thereby prepared to entertain such a disease. cs dt n2 vhd xx vbn j, cc dt n1 av vvd pc-acp vvi d dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 387
4450 So as the bad humours within may rather be said to be the true cause, and that cold-taking but the occasion of the Ague: So as the bad humours within may rather be said to be the true cause, and that cold-taking but the occasion of the Ague: av c-acp dt j n2 p-acp np1 av vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc d j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 388
4451 the disease it selfe issuing from the hidden cause within; and the outward accident being the cause, not so much of the disease it selfe, the disease it self issuing from the hidden cause within; and the outward accident being the cause, not so much of the disease it self, dt n1 pn31 n1 vvg p-acp dt vvn n1 p-acp; cc dt j n1 vbg dt n1, xx av av-d pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 388
4452 why the Ague should take him, as why it should take him at that time, rather than at another, why the Ague should take him, as why it should take him At that time, rather than At Another, c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi pno31, c-acp c-crq pn31 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp d n1, av-c cs p-acp j-jn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 388
4453 and hold him in that part or in that maner rather than in another. and hold him in that part or in that manner rather than in Another. cc vvb pno31 p-acp d vvb cc p-acp d n1 av-c cs p-acp j-jn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 388
4454 From this Example we may see in some proportion, how our owne sins, and other mens, concurre as ioynt impulsiue causes of those punishments, which God bringeth vpon vs. Our owne sinnes they are the true hidden antecedent causes, which deserue the punishments: From this Exampl we may see in Some proportion, how our own Sins, and other men's, concur as joint impulsive Causes of those punishments, which God brings upon us Our own Sins they Are the true hidden antecedent Causes, which deserve the punishments: p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, c-crq po12 d n2, cc j-jn ng2, vvb p-acp j j n2 pp-f d n2, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno12 po12 d n2 pns32 vbr dt j vvn n1 n2, r-crq vvb dt n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 388
4455 our fathers sinnes, or our gouernours sinnes, or our neighbours sins, or whatsoeuer other mans sinnes, that are visited vpon vs, are only the outward euident causes (or rather occasions,) why wee should bee punished at this time, and in this thing, and in this manner, and in this measure, and with these circumstances. And as in the former Example, the Patients friends considered one cause, our Father's Sins, or our Governors Sins, or our neighbours Sins, or whatsoever other men Sins, that Are visited upon us, Are only the outward evident Causes (or rather occasions,) why we should be punished At this time, and in this thing, and in this manner, and in this measure, and with these Circumstances. And as in the former Exampl, the Patients Friends considered one cause, po12 n2 n2, cc po12 n2 n2, cc po12 n2 n2, cc r-crq j-jn n2 n2, cst vbr vvn p-acp pno12, vbr av-j dt j j n2 (cc av-c n2,) c-crq pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d vvb, cc p-acp d n2. cc c-acp p-acp dt j n1, dt ng1 n2 vvn crd n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 388
4456 and the Physitian another; they the euident and outward, he the inward and antecedent cause: so respectiuely to Gods Iustice, our owne sinnes onely are the causes of our punishments; and the physician Another; they the evident and outward, he the inward and antecedent cause: so respectively to God's justice, our own Sins only Are the Causes of our punishments; cc dt n1 j-jn; pns32 dt j cc j, pns31 dt j cc n1 n1: av av-j p-acp ng1 n1, po12 d n2 av-j vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 388
4457 but in respect of his Prouidence and Wisedome, our fathers sinnes also, or other mens. For Iustice looketh vpon the desert onely; but in respect of his Providence and Wisdom, our Father's Sins also, or other men's. For justice looks upon the desert only; cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, po12 n2 n2 av, cc j-jn ng2. c-acp ng1 vvz p-acp dt n1 av-j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 388
4458 and so the punishments are euer and onely from our owne personall sinnes, as wee learned from our third Certainty: but it is Prouidence, that ordereth the occasions, and the seasons, and the other circumstances of GODS punishments. and so the punishments Are ever and only from our own personal Sins, as we learned from our third Certainty: but it is Providence, that Ordereth the occasions, and the seasons, and the other Circumstances of GOD'S punishments. cc av dt n2 vbr av cc av-j p-acp po12 d j n2, c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp po12 ord n1: p-acp pn31 vbz np1-n, cst vvz dt n2, cc dt n2, cc dt j-jn n2 pp-f npg1 n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 389
4459 Hence may wee learne to reconcile those places of Scripture, which seeme to crosse one another in this Argument. Hence may we Learn to reconcile those places of Scripture, which seem to cross one Another in this Argument. av vmb pns12 vvi p-acp vvb d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb p-acp j crd j-jn p-acp d n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 389
4460 In Ezekiel and Ieremy it is said, that euery man shall be punished for his owne sinnes, and that the children shall not beare the iniquitie of the fathers: In Ezekielem and Ieremy it is said, that every man shall be punished for his own Sins, and that the children shall not bear the iniquity of the Father's: p-acp np1 cc np1 pn31 vbz vvn, cst d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n2, cc d dt n2 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 389
4461 and yet the same Ieremie complaineth as if it were otherwise, ( Lam. 5.) Our fathers haue sinned, and are not; and yet the same Ieremie Complaineth as if it were otherwise, (Lam. 5.) Our Father's have sinned, and Are not; cc av dt d np1 vvz c-acp cs pn31 vbdr av, (np1 crd) po12 n2 vhb vvn, cc vbr xx; (15) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 389
4462 and wee haue borne their iniquities. and we have born their iniquities. cc pns12 vhb vvn po32 n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 389
4463 Yea God himselfe proclaimeth otherwise, I am a iealous God, visiting the sinnes of the fathers vpon the children — Nor only doth he visit the sins of the fathers vpon the children: but hee visiteth also the sonnes of Princes vpon their Subiects ; Yea God himself proclaims otherwise, I am a jealous God, visiting the Sins of the Father's upon the children — Nor only does he visit the Sins of the Father's upon the children: but he Visiteth also the Sons of Princes upon their Subjects; uh np1 px31 vvz av, pns11 vbm dt j np1, vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2 — ccx av-j vdz pns31 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2: cc-acp pns31 vvz av dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n2-jn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 389
4464 as Dauids people were wasted for his sinne in numbring them: yea and hee visiteth sometimes the sinnes euen of ordinary priuate men vpon publike societies ; as David people were wasted for his sin in numbering them: yea and he Visiteth sometime the Sins even of ordinary private men upon public societies; c-acp npg1 n1 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg pno32: uh cc pns31 vvz av dt n2 av pp-f j j n2 p-acp j n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 389
4465 Did not Achan the sonne of Zerah commit a trespasse in the accursed thing, and wrath sell vpon all the Congregation of Israel, Did not achan the son of Zerah commit a trespass in the accursed thing, and wrath fell upon all the Congregation of Israel, vdd xx np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc n1 vvi p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 389
4466 and that man perished not alone in his iniquity? Now how can all this stand together? Yes very well: and that man perished not alone in his iniquity? Now how can all this stand together? Yes very well: cc d n1 vvd xx av-j p-acp po31 n1? av q-crq vmb d d vvb av? uh av av: (15) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 389
4467 euen as well, as in the act of punishing, Gods Iustice and his Wisedome can stand together. even as well, as in the act of punishing, God's justice and his Wisdom can stand together. av c-acp av, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, npg1 ng1 cc po31 n1 vmb vvi av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 314 Page 389
4468 Marke then, wheresoeuer the Scripture ascribeth one mans punishment to another mans sinne; Mark then, wheresoever the Scripture ascribeth one men punishment to Another men sin; n1 av, c-crq dt n1 vvz crd ng1 n1 p-acp j-jn n2 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 314 Page 389
4469 it pointeth vs to Gods Wisedome and Prouidence: who for good and iust ends maketh choyce of these occasions, rather than other sometimes, to inflict those punishments vpon men, which their owne sinnes haue otherwise abundantly deserued. it pointeth us to God's Wisdom and Providence: who for good and just ends makes choice of these occasions, rather than other sometime, to inflict those punishments upon men, which their own Sins have otherwise abundantly deserved. pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1: r-crq p-acp j cc j n2 vv2 n1 pp-f d n2, av-c cs n-jn av, pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp n2, r-crq po32 d n2 vhb av av-j vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 314 Page 389
4470 On the contrary, wheresoeuer the Scripture giueth all punishments vnto the personall sinnes of the sufferer, it pointeth vs to Gods Iusti•e: which looketh still to the desert, and doth not vpon any occasion whatsoeuer inflict punishments, On the contrary, wheresoever the Scripture gives all punishments unto the personal Sins of the sufferer, it pointeth us to God's Iusti•e: which looks still to the desert, and does not upon any occasion whatsoever inflict punishments, p-acp dt n-jn, c-crq dt n1 vvz d n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp ng1 n1: r-crq vvz av p-acp dt n1, cc vdz xx p-acp d n1 r-crq vvb n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 314 Page 390
4471 but where there are personall sinnes to deserue them: but where there Are personal Sins to deserve them: cc-acp c-crq pc-acp vbr j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 314 Page 390
4472 so that euery man that is punished in any kinde, or vpon any occasion, may ioyne with Dauid in that confession of his, Psal. 51. Against thee haue I sinned, so that every man that is punished in any kind, or upon any occasion, may join with David in that Confessi of his, Psalm 51. Against thee have I sinned, av cst d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, np1 crd p-acp pno21 vhb pns11 vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 314 Page 390
4473 and done euill in thy sight: that thou mightest be iustified in thy sayings, and cleare when thou iudgest. and done evil in thy sighed: that thou Mightest be justified in thy sayings, and clear when thou Judges. cc vdn n-jn p-acp po21 n1: cst pns21 vmd2 vbi vvn p-acp po21 n2-vvg, cc vvb c-crq pns21 vv2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 314 Page 390
4474 Say then, an vnconscionable great one by cruell oppression, wring, as Ahab did here, his poorer neighbours vineyeard from him; Say then, an unconscionable great one by cruel oppression, wring, as Ahab did Here, his Poorer neighbours vineyard from him; vvb av, dt j j pi p-acp j n1, vvb, c-acp np1 vdd av, po31 jc n2 n1 p-acp pno31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 390
4475 or by countenanced sacriledge geld a Bishopricke of a faire Lordship or Mannor; or by countenanced sacrilege geld a Bishopric of a fair Lordship or Manor; cc p-acp vvn n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 390
4476 and when he hath done, his prodigall heire runne one end of it away in matches, drowne another end of it in Tauernes and Taphouses, melt away the rest in lust, and beastly sensuality: and when he hath done, his prodigal heir run one end of it away in Matches, drown Another end of it in Taverns and Taphouses, melt away the rest in lust, and beastly sensuality: cc c-crq pns31 vhz vdn, po31 j-jn n1 vvi crd n1 pp-f pn31 av p-acp n2, vvb j-jn n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n2 cc n2, vvb av dt n1 p-acp n1, cc j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 390
4477 who doth not here see, both Gods Iustice, in turning him out of that, which was so foulely abused by his owne sinnes; who does not Here see, both God's justice, in turning him out of that, which was so foully abused by his own Sins; r-crq vdz xx av vvi, d ng1 n1, p-acp vvg pno31 av pp-f d, r-crq vbds av av-j vvn p-acp po31 d n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 390
4478 and his Prouidence withall, in fastening the Curse vpon that portion, which was so vniustly gotten by his fathers sinnes? Euery man is ready to say, It was neuer like to prosper, it was so ill gotten ; and his Providence withal, in fastening the Curse upon that portion, which was so unjustly got by his Father's Sins? Every man is ready to say, It was never like to prosper, it was so ill got; cc po31 n1 av, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vbds av av-j vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n2? d n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbds av-x j pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbds av av-jn vvn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 390
4479 and so acknowledge the Couetous fathers sinne, as occasioning it: and so acknowledge the Covetous Father's sin, as occasioning it: cc av vvb dt j ng1 n1, c-acp vvg pn31: (15) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 390
4480 and yet euery man can say withall, It was neuer likely to continue long, it was so vainely lauished out; and yet every man can say withal, It was never likely to continue long, it was so vainly lavished out; cc av d n1 vmb vvi av, pn31 vbds av-x j pc-acp vvi av-j, pn31 vbds av av-j vvd av; (15) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 390
4481 and so acknowledge the Prodigall sons sinne, as sufficiently deseruing it. Thus haue wee heard the maine doubt solued. and so acknowledge the Prodigal Sons sin, as sufficiently deserving it. Thus have we herd the main doubt solved. cc av vvb dt j-jn n2 n1, c-acp av-j vvg pn31. av vhb pns12 vvn dt j n1 vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 390
4482 The summe of all is this. God punisheth the sonne for the fathers sinne: but with temporall punishments, not eternall ; The sum of all is this. God Punisheth the son for the Father's sin: but with temporal punishments, not Eternal; dt n1 pp-f d vbz d. np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 n1: cc-acp p-acp j n2, xx j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 316 Page 391
4483 and with those, perhaps so as to redound to the fathers punishment in the son. Perhaps, because the sonne treadeth in his fathers steps; and with those, perhaps so as to redound to the Father's punishment in the son. Perhaps, Because the son treadeth in his Father's steps; cc p-acp d, av av c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1. av, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 ng1 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 316 Page 391
4484 perhaps, because he possesseth that from his father, to which Gods curse adhereth; perhaps, Because he Possesses that from his father, to which God's curse adhereth; av, c-acp pns31 vvz cst p-acp po31 n1, p-acp r-crq ng1 n1 vvz; (15) sermon (DIV1) 316 Page 391
4485 perhaps for other reasons best knowne to God himselfe, wherewith he hath not thought meet to acquaint vs: perhaps for other Reasons best known to God himself, wherewith he hath not Thought meet to acquaint us: av c-acp j-jn n2 av-js vvn p-acp np1 px31, c-crq pns31 vhz xx n1 vvi pc-acp vvi pno12: (15) sermon (DIV1) 316 Page 391
4486 but what euer the occasion be, or the ends ; euermore for the sons owne personall sins, abundantly deseruing them. but what ever the occasion be, or the ends; evermore for the Sons own personal Sins, abundantly deserving them. cc-acp q-crq av dt n1 vbi, cc dt n2; av p-acp dt n2 d j n2, av-j vvg pno32. (15) sermon (DIV1) 316 Page 391
4487 And the same resolution is to bee giuen to the other two doubts proposed in the beginning: And the same resolution is to be given to the other two doubts proposed in the beginning: cc dt d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn crd n2 vvn p-acp dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 391
4488 to that, Why God should punish any one man for another? and to the third, to that, Why God should Punish any one man for Another? and to the third, p-acp d, c-crq np1 vmd vvi d crd n1 p-acp j-jn? cc p-acp dt ord, (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 391
4489 Why God should punish the lesser offender for the greater ? In which, and all other doubts of like kinde, it is enough, Why God should Punish the lesser offender for the greater? In which, and all other doubts of like kind, it is enough, c-crq np1 vmd vvi dt jc n1 p-acp dt jc? p-acp r-crq, cc d j-jn n2 pp-f j n1, pn31 vbz av-d, (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 391
4490 for the clearing of Gods Iustice, to consider: that when God doth so, they are first only temporall punishments which he so inflicteth; for the clearing of God's justice, to Consider: that when God does so, they Are First only temporal punishments which he so inflicteth; c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi: cst c-crq np1 vdz av, pns32 vbr ord j j n2 r-crq pns31 av vvz; (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 391
4491 and those secondly no more, than what the sufferer by his owne sinnes hath most rightfully deserued. and those secondly no more, than what the sufferer by his own Sins hath most rightfully deserved. cc d ord dx av-dc, cs q-crq dt n1 p-acp po31 d n2 vhz av-ds av-j vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 391
4492 All those other considerations, as that the Prince and People are but one body, and so each may feele the smart of others sinnes and stripes: All those other considerations, as that the Prince and People Are but one body, and so each may feel the smart of Others Sins and stripes: av-d d j-jn n2, c-acp cst dt n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp crd n1, cc av d vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn n2 cc n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 391
4493 that oftentimes wee haue giuen way to other mens sinnes, when wee might haue stopped them; that oftentimes we have given Way to other men's Sins, when we might have stopped them; cst av pns12 vhb vvn n1 p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, c-crq pns12 vmd vhi vvn pno32; (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 391
4494 or consent, when wee should haue withstood them; or silent allowance, when wee should haue checked them; or consent, when we should have withstood them; or silent allowance, when we should have checked them; cc n1, c-crq pns12 vmd vhi vvn pno32; cc j n1, c-crq pns12 vmd vhi vvn pno32; (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 391
4495 or perhaps furtherance, when wee should rather haue hindered them: or perhaps furtherance, when we should rather have hindered them: cc av n1, c-crq pns12 vmd av-c vhi vvn pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 391
4496 that the punishments brought vpon vs for our fathers or other mens sinnes, may turne to our great spirituall aduantage, in the humbling of our soules, the subduing of our corruptions, the encreasing of our care, the exercising of our graces: that where all haue deserued the punishment, it is left to the discretion of the Iudge, whom he will picke out, the Father or the Sonne, the Gouernour or the Subiect, the Ring-leader or the Follower, the Greater or the Lesser offender, to shew exemplary iustice vpon, as he shall see expedient. that the punishments brought upon us for our Father's or other men's Sins, may turn to our great spiritual advantage, in the humbling of our Souls, the subduing of our corruptions, the increasing of our care, the exercising of our graces: that where all have deserved the punishment, it is left to the discretion of the Judge, whom he will pick out, the Father or the Son, the Governor or the Subject, the Ringleader or the Follower, the Greater or the Lesser offender, to show exemplary Justice upon, as he shall see expedient. cst dt n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2 cc j-jn ng2 n2, vmb vvi p-acp po12 j j n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n2, dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n2, dt n-vvg pp-f po12 vvb, dt vvg pp-f po12 n2: cst c-crq d vhb vvn dt n1, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns31 vmb vvi av, dt n1 cc dt n1, dt n1 cc dt j-jn, dt n1 cc dt n1, dt jc cc dt jc n1, pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 392
4497 I say, all these, and other like considerations many, though they are to be admitted as true, and obserued as vsefull ; I say, all these, and other like considerations many, though they Are to be admitted as true, and observed as useful; pns11 vvb, d d, cc j-jn j n2 d, cs pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j, cc vvn p-acp j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 392
4498 yet they are such, as belong rather to Gods Prouidence and his Wisedome, than to his Iustice. If therefore thou knowest not the very particular reason, yet they Are such, as belong rather to God's Providence and his Wisdom, than to his Justice If Therefore thou Knowest not the very particular reason, av pns32 vbr d, c-acp vvb av-c p-acp npg1 n1 cc po31 n1, cs p-acp po31 n1 cs av pns21 vv2 xx dt j j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 392
4499 why God should punish thee in this or that manner, or vpon this or that occasion ; why God should Punish thee in this or that manner, or upon this or that occasion; c-crq np1 vmd vvi pno21 p-acp d cc d n1, cc p-acp d cc d n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 392
4500 let it suffice thee that the Counsells and purposes of God are secret: and thou art not to enquire with scrupulous curiosity into the dispensation and courses of his Prouidence, farther than it hath pleased him either to reueale it in his word, or by his manifest workes to discouer it vnto thee. let it suffice thee that the Counsels and Purposes of God Are secret: and thou art not to inquire with scrupulous curiosity into the Dispensation and courses of his Providence, farther than it hath pleased him either to reveal it in his word, or by his manifest works to discover it unto thee. vvb pn31 vvi pno21 d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 vbr j-jn: cc pns21 vb2r xx pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, jc cs pn31 vhz vvn pno31 d p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 j vvz p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp pno21. (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 392
4501 But whatsoeuer thou doest, neuer make question of his Iustice. Begin first to make inquirie into thine owne selfe: But whatsoever thou dost, never make question of his Justice Begin First to make inquiry into thine own self: p-acp r-crq pns21 vd2, av vvb n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi ord pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po21 d n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 392
4502 and if after vnpartiall search, thou there findest not corruption enough to deserue all out as much as God hath layed vpon thee, and if After unpartial search, thou there Findest not corruption enough to deserve all out as much as God hath laid upon thee, cc cs p-acp j n1, pns21 a-acp vv2 xx n1 av-d p-acp vvb av-d av c-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno21, (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 392
4503 then complaine of iniustice, but not before. And so much for the doubts. Let vs now from the premises raise some instructions for our vse. First; then complain of injustice, but not before. And so much for the doubts. Let us now from the premises raise Some instructions for our use. First; av vvb pp-f n1, p-acp xx a-acp. cc av av-d c-acp dt n2. vvb pno12 av p-acp dt n2 vvb d n2 p-acp po12 n1. np1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 392
4504 Parents wee thinke haue reason to be carefull, (and so they haue) for their children ; Parents we think have reason to be careful, (and so they have) for their children; n2 pns12 vvb vhi n1 pc-acp vbi j, (cc av pns32 vhb) p-acp po32 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4505 and to desire and labour, as much as in them lyeth, their wel doing. and to desire and labour, as much as in them lies, their well doing. cc pc-acp vvi cc n1, c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno32 vvz, po32 av vdg. (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4506 Here is a faire course then for you that are parents, and haue children to care for. Here is a fair course then for you that Are Parents, and have children to care for. av vbz dt j n1 av c-acp pn22 cst vbr n2, cc vhb n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4507 Doe you that which is good, and honest, and right: and they are like to fare the better for it. Do you that which is good, and honest, and right: and they Are like to fare the better for it. vdb pn22 d r-crq vbz j, cc j, cc j-jn: cc pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt jc p-acp pn31. (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4508 Wouldest thou then, Brother, leaue thy lands, and thy estate to thy childe, entire and free from encombrances? It is an honest care: but here is the way. Wouldst thou then, Brother, leave thy Lands, and thy estate to thy child, entire and free from encumbrances? It is an honest care: but Here is the Way. vmd2 pns21 av, n1, vvb po21 n2, cc po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, j cc j p-acp n2? pn31 vbz dt j n1: cc-acp av vbz dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4509 Abstineas igitur damnandis: Leaue them free from the guilt of thy sinnes ; Abstineas igitur damnandis: Leave them free from the guilt of thy Sins; np1 fw-la fw-la: vvb pno32 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4510 which are able to comber them beyond any statute, or morgage. If not the bond of Gods Law, if not the care of thine owne soule, if not the feare of hell, if not the inward checkes of thine owne conscience: At peccaturo obstet tibi filius infans, at the least let the good of thy poore sweet infants restraine thee from doing that sinne, which might pull downe from heauen a plague vpon them and theirs. which Are able to cumber them beyond any statute, or mortgage. If not the bound of God's Law, if not the care of thine own soul, if not the Fear of hell, if not the inward Checks of thine own conscience: At peccaturo obstet tibi filius infans, At the least let the good of thy poor sweet Infants restrain thee from doing that sin, which might pull down from heaven a plague upon them and theirs. r-crq vbr j p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n1, cc n1. cs xx dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cs xx dt n1 pp-f po21 d n1, cs xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cs xx dt j n2 pp-f po21 d n1: p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr, p-acp dt ds vvb dt j pp-f po21 j j n2 vvi pno21 p-acp vdg d n1, r-crq vmd vvi a-acp p-acp n1 dt n1 p-acp pno32 cc png32. (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4511 Goe to then, doe not applaud thy selfe in thy wittie villanies, when thou hast circumuented and prospered ; Go to then, do not applaud thy self in thy witty villainies, when thou hast circumvented and prospered; vvb p-acp av, vdb xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 j n2, c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn cc vvd; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4512 when Ahab - like thou hast killed, and taken possession ; when Ahab - like thou hast killed, and taken possession; c-crq np1 - zz pns21 vh2 vvn, cc vvn n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4513 when thou hast larded thy leaner reuenues with fat collops sacrilegiously cut out of the sides or flankes of the Church ; when thou hast larded thy leaner revenues with fat collops sacrilegiously Cut out of the sides or flanks of the Church; c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn po21 jc n2 p-acp j vvz av-j vvn av pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4514 and hast nayled all these with all the appurtenances, by sines, and vowchers, and entayles, as firme as Law can make them, to thy childe, and his childe, and his childes childe for euer. and hast nailed all these with all the appurtenances, by sines, and vouchers, and entails, as firm as Law can make them, to thy child, and his child, and his child's child for ever. cc vvb vvn d d p-acp d dt n2, p-acp n1, cc n2, cc vvz, p-acp j c-acp n1 vmb vvi pno32, p-acp po21 n1, cc po31 n1, cc po31 ng1 n1 p-acp av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4515 After all this stirre, cast vp thy bills, and see what a goodly bargaine thou hast made: After all this stir, cast up thy bills, and see what a goodly bargain thou hast made: p-acp d d n1, vvd a-acp po21 n2, cc vvb r-crq dt j n1 pns21 vh2 vvn: (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4516 thou hast damned thy selfe, to vndoe thy childe; thou hast damned thy self, to undo thy child; pns21 vh2 j-vvn po21 n1, p-acp vvb po21 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 393
4517 thou hast brought a curse vpon thine owne soule, to purchase that for thy childe, which shall bring a curse both vpon it and him. When thy indentures were drawne, thou hast brought a curse upon thine own soul, to purchase that for thy child, which shall bring a curse both upon it and him. When thy indentures were drawn, pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 p-acp po21 d n1, pc-acp vvi cst p-acp po21 n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt vvb av-d p-acp pn31 cc pno31. c-crq po21 n2 vbdr vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 394
4518 and thy learned Counsell feed to peruse the Instrument, and with exact seuerity to ponder with thee euery clause and syllable therein; and thy learned Counsel feed to peruse the Instrument, and with exact severity to ponder with thee every clause and syllable therein; cc po21 j n1 vvi p-acp vvb dt n1, cc p-acp j n1 p-acp vvb p-acp pno21 d n1 cc n1 av; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 394
4519 could none of you spie a flaw in that clause [ with all and singular th' appurtenances, ] neither obserue, that thereby thou didst settle vpon thy posteritie, together with thy estate, the wrath and vengeance and curse of God, which is one of those appurtenances? Hadst thou not a faithfull Counsellour within thine owne brest, could none of you spy a flaw in that clause [ with all and singular the appurtenances, ] neither observe, that thereby thou didst settle upon thy posterity, together with thy estate, the wrath and vengeance and curse of God, which is one of those appurtenances? Hadst thou not a faithful Counselor within thine own breast, vmd pi pp-f pn22 vvi dt vvb p-acp d n1 [ p-acp d cc j dt n2, ] av-dx vvi, cst av pns21 vdd2 vvi p-acp po21 n1, av p-acp po21 n1, dt n1 cc n1 cc vvb pp-f np1, r-crq vbz pi pp-f d n2? vhd2 pns21 xx dt j n1 p-acp po21 d n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 394
4520 if thou wouldest but haue conferred and aduised with him plainly and vndissemblingly, that could haue told thee, thou hadst by thy oppression and iniustice ipso facto cut off the entaile from the issue, if thou Wouldst but have conferred and advised with him plainly and undissemblingly, that could have told thee, thou Hadst by thy oppression and injustice ipso facto Cut off the entail from the issue, cs pns21 vmd2 cc-acp vhi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31 av-j cc av-vvg, cst vmd vhi vvn pno21, pns21 vhd2 p-acp po21 n1 cc n1 fw-la fw-la vvn a-acp dt vvb p-acp dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 394
4521 euen long before thou hadst made it? But if thou wouldest leaue thy posterity a firme, and secure and durable estate: doe this rather. even long before thou Hadst made it? But if thou Wouldst leave thy posterity a firm, and secure and durable estate: do this rather. av av-j c-acp pns21 vhd2 vvn pn31? p-acp cs pns21 vmd2 vvi po21 n1 dt j, cc vvi cc j n1: vdb d av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 394
4522 Purchase for them by thy charitable workes, the prayers and blessings of the poore; Purchase for them by thy charitable works, the Prayers and blessings of the poor; vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po21 j n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 394
4523 settle vpon them the fruites of a religious, sober, and honest education; bequeath them the legacie of thy good example, in all vertuous and godly liuing: settle upon them the fruits of a religious, Sobrium, and honest education; Bequeath them the legacy of thy good Exampl, in all virtuous and godly living: vvb p-acp pno32 dt n2 pp-f dt j, j, cc j n1; vvb pno32 dt n1 pp-f po21 j n1, p-acp d j cc j n-vvg: (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 394
4524 and that portion thou leauest them besides, of earthly things, be it much or little, be sure it be well gotten ; and that portion thou Leavest them beside, of earthly things, be it much or little, be sure it be well got; cc d n1 pns21 vv2 pno32 a-acp, pp-f j n2, vbb pn31 av-d cc j, vbb j pn31 vbi av vvn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 394
4525 otherwise neuer looke it should prosper with them. A little leauen leaueneth the whole lumpe, and sowreth it: otherwise never look it should prosper with them. A little leaven leaveneth the Whole lump, and soureth it: av av-x vvb pn31 vmd vvi p-acp pno32. dt j n1 vvz dt j-jn n1, cc vvz pn31: (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 394
4526 and a little ill gotten, like a gangrene spreadeth through the whole estate; and a little ill got, like a gangrene spreadeth through the Whole estate; cc dt j n-jn vvn, av-j dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 394
4527 and worse than aqua fortis, or the poysoned shirt that Dejanira gaue Hercules, cleaueth vnto it, and Worse than aqua fortis, or the poisoned shirt that Dejanira gave Hercules, cleaveth unto it, cc av-jc cs fw-la fw-la, cc dt j-vvn n1 cst np1 vvd np1, vvz p-acp pn31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 394
4528 and feedeth vpon it, and by little and little gnaweth, and fretteth, and consumeth it to nothing. and feeds upon it, and by little and little gnaweth, and fretteth, and consumeth it to nothing. cc vvz p-acp pn31, cc p-acp j cc av-j vvz, cc vvz, cc vvz pn31 p-acp pix. (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 395
4529 And surely, Gods Iustice hath wonderfully manifested it selfe vnto the world in this kinde, sometimes euen to the publicke astonishment and admiration of all men: And surely, God's justice hath wonderfully manifested it self unto the world in this kind, sometime even to the public astonishment and admiration of all men: cc av-j, npg1 n1 vhz av-j vvn pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, av av-j p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 395
4530 that men of ancient families, and great estates ; well left by their Ancestors, and free from debts, legacies, or other encombrances ; that men of ancient families, and great estates; well left by their Ancestors, and free from debts, legacies, or other encumbrances; d n2 pp-f j n2, cc j n2; av j p-acp po32 n2, cc j p-acp n2, n2, cc j-jn n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 395
4531 not notedly guilty of any expencefull sinne or vanity, but wary and husbandly and carefull to thriue in the world; not notedly guilty of any expenseful sin or vanity, but wary and husbandly and careful to thrive in the world; xx av-vvn j pp-f d j vvb cc n1, p-acp j cc j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 395
4532 not kept vnder with any great burden of needy friends, or charge of children ; not kept under with any great burden of needy Friends, or charge of children; xx vvn p-acp p-acp d j n1 pp-f j n2, cc vvb pp-f n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 395
4533 not much hindered by any extraordinary losses, or casualties of fire, theeues, suretiship, or suites: that such men, I say, should yet sinke and decay, and runne behinde hand in the world; not much hindered by any extraordinary losses, or casualties of fire, thieves, suretyship, or suits: that such men, I say, should yet sink and decay, and run behind hand in the world; xx d vvn p-acp d j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, n2, n1, cc n2: cst d n2, pns11 vvb, vmd av vvi cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 395
4534 and their estates crumble and milder away, and come to nothing, and no man knoweth how. and their estates crumble and milder away, and come to nothing, and no man Knoweth how. cc po32 n2 vvb cc jc av, cc vvb p-acp pix, cc dx n1 vvz c-crq. (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 395
4535 No question, but they haue sinnes enough of their owne, to deserue all this, and ten times more than all this: No question, but they have Sins enough of their own, to deserve all this, and ten times more than all this: dx n1, cc-acp pns32 vhb n2 d pp-f po32 d, p-acp vvb d d, cc crd n2 av-dc cs d d: (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 395
4536 but yet withall, who knoweth but that it might, nay who knoweth not that sometimes it doth, (so legible now and then are Gods iudgements) come vpon them for the greedinesse, and auarice, and oppression, and sacriledge, and iniustice of their not long foregoing Ancestors? You that are parents, take heed of these sins. but yet withal, who Knoweth but that it might, nay who Knoweth not that sometime it does, (so legible now and then Are God's Judgments) come upon them for the greediness, and avarice, and oppression, and sacrilege, and injustice of their not long foregoing Ancestors? You that Are Parents, take heed of these Sins. cc-acp av av, r-crq vvz cc-acp cst pn31 n1, uh q-crq vvz xx cst av pn31 vdz, (av j av cc av vbr ng1 n2) vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 xx av-j vvg n2? pn22 cst vbr n2, vvb n1 pp-f d n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 395
4537 It may be, for some other reasons knowne best to himselfe, God suffereth you to goe on your owne time; It may be, for Some other Reasons known best to himself, God suffers you to go on your own time; pn31 vmb vbi, c-acp d j-jn n2 vvn av-js p-acp px31, np1 vvz pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 d n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 395
4538 and suspendeth the iudgements, your sinnes haue deserued, for a space, as here he did Ahabs vpon his humiliation: and suspendeth the Judgments, your Sins have deserved, for a Molle, as Here he did Ahabs upon his humiliation: cc vvz dt n2, po22 n2 vhb vvn, p-acp dt n1, c-acp av pns31 vdd npg1 p-acp po31 n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 395
4539 but be assured, sooner or later, vengeance will ouertake you or yours for it. You haue coueted an euill couetousnesse to your house: but be assured, sooner or later, vengeance will overtake you or yours for it. You have coveted an evil covetousness to your house: cc-acp vbb vvn, av-c cc jc, n1 vmb vvi pn22 cc po22 p-acp pn31. pn22 vhb vvd dt j-jn n1 p-acp po22 n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 395
4540 and there hangeth a judgement ouer your house for it, as raine in the cloudes; and there hangs a judgement over your house for it, as rain in the Clouds; cc pc-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp po22 n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp vvb p-acp dt n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 396
4541 which, perhaps in your sonnes, perhaps in your grand-childs dayes, some time or other, will come dashing downe vpon it, and ouerwhelme it. which, perhaps in your Sons, perhaps in your grandchilds days, Some time or other, will come dashing down upon it, and overwhelm it. r-crq, av p-acp po22 n2, av p-acp po22 ng1 n2, d n1 cc n-jn, vmb vvi vvg a-acp p-acp pn31, cc vvi pn31. (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 396
4542 Thinke not the vision is for many descents to come — de male quaesitis vix gaudet tertius haeres: Think not the vision is for many descents to come — the male Quaesitis vix Gadet tertius haeres: vvb xx dt n1 vbz p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi — dt j-jn fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 396
4543 seldome doth the third, scarce euer the fourth generation passe, before God visit the sinnes of the fathers vpon the children; seldom does the third, scarce ever the fourth generation pass, before God visit the Sins of the Father's upon the children; av vdz dt ord, av-j av dt ord n1 vvi, c-acp np1 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 396
4544 if hee doe not in the very next generation. In his sonnes dayes will I bring the euill vpon his house. if he do not in the very next generation. In his Sons days will I bring the evil upon his house. cs pns31 vdb xx p-acp dt j ord n1. p-acp po31 ng1 n2 vmb pns11 vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 396
4545 Secondly; if not onely our owne, but our fathers sinnes too may be, shall be visited vpon vs: Secondly; if not only our own, but our Father's Sins too may be, shall be visited upon us: ord; cs xx av-j po12 d, p-acp po12 n2 n2 av vmb vbi, vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12: (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 396
4546 how concerneth it vs, as to repent for our owne, so to lament also the sinnes of our forefathers; how concerns it us, as to Repent for our own, so to lament also the Sins of our Forefathers; q-crq vvz pn31 pno12, c-acp p-acp vvb p-acp po12 d, av p-acp vvb av dt n2 pp-f po12 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 396
4547 and in our confessions and supplications to God, sometimes to remember them, that he may forget them, and in our confessions and supplications to God, sometime to Remember them, that he may forget them, cc p-acp po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, av p-acp vvb pno32, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32, (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 396
4548 and to set them before his face, that hee may cast them behind his backe ? Wee haue a good precedent for it in our publike Letany; and to Set them before his face, that he may cast them behind his back? we have a good precedent for it in our public Letany; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1? pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp po12 j n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 396
4549 Remember not Lord our offences, nor the offences of our forefathers ! A good, and a profitable, and a needefull prayer it is: remember not Lord our offences, nor the offences of our Forefathers! A good, and a profitable, and a needful prayer it is: vvb xx n1 po12 n2, ccx dt n2 pp-f po12 n2! dt j, cc dt j, cc dt j n1 pn31 vbz: (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 396
4550 and those men haue not done well, nor justly, that haue cauilled at it. (O that men would be wise according to sobriety, and allow but iust interpretations to things aduisedly established; and those men have not done well, nor justly, that have caviled At it. (Oh that men would be wise according to sobriety, and allow but just interpretations to things advisedly established; cc d n2 vhb xx vdn av, ccx av-j, cst vhb vvd p-acp pn31. (uh cst n2 vmd vbi j vvg p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp n2 av-vvn vvd; (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 396
4551 rather than busie themselues nodum in scirpo, to picke needelesse quarrels where they should not. rather than busy themselves nodum in scirpo, to pick needless quarrels where they should not. av-c cs vvi px32 fw-la p-acp fw-es, pc-acp vvi j n2 c-crq pns32 vmd xx. (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 396
4552 What vnity would it bring to brethren, what peace to the Church, what ioy to all good and wise men!) As to this particular, God requireth of the Israelites in Leuit. 26. that they should confesse their iniquity, and the iniquity of their fathers. What unity would it bring to brothers, what peace to the Church, what joy to all good and wise men!) As to this particular, God requires of the Israelites in Levites 26. that they should confess their iniquity, and the iniquity of their Father's. q-crq n1 vmd pn31 vvi p-acp n2, r-crq n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvb p-acp d j cc j n2!) p-acp p-acp d j, np1 vvz pp-f dt np2 p-acp np1 crd cst pns32 vmd vvb po32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4553 Dauid did so, and Ieremy did so, and Daniel did so: David did so, and Ieremy did so, and daniel did so: np1 vdd av, cc np1 vdd av, cc np1 vdd av: (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4554 in Psal. 106. in Ierem. 3. in Dan. 9. And if Dauid thought it a fit curse, to pronounce against Iudas, and such as he was, in Psal. 109. [ Let the wickednesse of his fathers be had in remembrance in the sight of the Lord, in Psalm 106. in Jeremiah 3. in Dan. 9. And if David Thought it a fit curse, to pronounce against Iudas, and such as he was, in Psalm 109. [ Let the wickedness of his Father's be had in remembrance in the sighed of the Lord, p-acp np1 crd p-acp np1 crd p-acp np1 crd cc cs np1 vvd pn31 dt j vvi, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc d c-acp pns31 vbds, p-acp np1 crd [ vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbb vhn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4555 and let not the sin of his mother be done away: and let not the since of his mother be done away: cc vvb xx dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbb vdn av: (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4556 ] why may we not, nay how ought we not, to pray for the remoueall of this very curse from vs, ] why may we not, nay how ought we not, to pray for the removal of this very curse from us, ] uh-crq vmb pns12 xx, uh-x q-crq vmd pns12 xx, p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j vvb p-acp pno12, (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4557 as well as of any other curses? The present age is ri•e of many enormous crying sinnes, which call loud for a iudgement vpon the land: as well as of any other curses? The present age is ri•e of many enormous crying Sins, which call loud for a judgement upon the land: c-acp av c-acp pp-f d j-jn n2? dt j n1 vbz j pp-f d j vvg n2, r-crq vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4558 and if God should bring vpon vs a right heauie one, whereat all eares should tingle; and if God should bring upon us a right heavy one, whereat all ears should tingle; cc cs np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno12 dt j-jn j crd, c-crq d n2 vmd vvi; (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4559 could wee say other, but that it were most iust, euen for the sinnes of this present generation ? But if vnto our owne, so many, so great, God should also adde the sins of our forefathers ; could we say other, but that it were most just, even for the Sins of this present generation? But if unto our own, so many, so great, God should also add the Sins of our Forefathers; vmd pns12 vvi j-jn, cc-acp cst pn31 vbdr av-ds j, av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1? p-acp cs p-acp po12 d, av d, av j, np1 vmd av vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4560 the bloudshed, and tyranny, & grieuous vnnaturall butcheries in the long times of the ciuill warres, and the vniuersall idolatries and superstitions couering the whole land, in the longer and darker times of Popery : the bloodshed, and tyranny, & grievous unnatural Butcheries in the long times of the civil wars, and the universal idolatries and superstitions covering the Whole land, in the longer and Darker times of Popery: dt n1, cc n1, cc j j n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j n2, cc dt j n2 cc n2 vvg dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt av-jc cc jc n2 pp-f n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4561 and if, as hee sometimes threatned to bring vpon the Iewes of that one generation all the righteous bloud that euer was shed vpon the earth, from the bloud of the righteous Abel, vnto the bloud of Zacharias the sonne of Barachias ; and if, as he sometime threatened to bring upon the Iewes of that one generation all the righteous blood that ever was shed upon the earth, from the blood of the righteous Abel, unto the blood of Zacharias the son of Barachiah; cc cs, c-acp pns31 av vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt npg1 pp-f cst pi n1 d dt j n1 cst av vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4562 so hee should bring the sinnes of our Ancestors for many generations past, vpon this generation of ours: so he should bring the Sins of our Ancestors for many generations past, upon this generation of ours: av pns31 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d n2 j, p-acp d n1 pp-f png12: (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4563 who could be able to abide it? Now, when the security of the times giue vs but too much cause to feare it, who could be able to abide it? Now, when the security of the times give us but too much cause to Fear it, q-crq vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31? av, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb pno12 p-acp av d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4564 and the regions begin to looke white towards the haruest: and the regions begin to look white towards the harvest: cc dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 397
4565 is it not time for vs with all humiliation of Soule and Body to cast downe our selues; is it not time for us with all humiliation of Soul and Body to cast down our selves; vbz pn31 xx n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 398
4566 and with all contention of voyce and spirit to lift vp our prayers? and to say; and with all contention of voice and Spirit to lift up our Prayers? and to say; cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2? cc pc-acp vvi; (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 398
4567 Remember not Lord our offences, nor the offences of our forefathers: neither take thou vengeance of our sinnes: remember not Lord our offences, nor the offences of our Forefathers: neither take thou vengeance of our Sins: vvb xx n1 po12 n2, ccx dt n2 pp-f po12 n2: av-dx vvb pns21 n1 pp-f po12 n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 398
4568 Spare vs good Lord, spare the people, whom thou hast redeemed with thy most precious bloud, Spare us good Lord, spare the people, whom thou hast redeemed with thy most precious blood, vvb pno12 j n1, vvb dt n1, ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po21 av-ds j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 398
4569 and be not angry with vs for euer. Spare vs good Lord. Thirdly. Since not onely our fathers sinnes, and our owne ; and be not angry with us for ever. Spare us good Lord. Thirdly. Since not only our Father's Sins, and our own; cc vbb xx j p-acp pno12 p-acp av. j pno12 j n1. ord. c-acp xx av-j po12 n2 n2, cc po12 d; (15) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 398
4570 but our Neighbours sinnes too, ( aliquid malum propter vicinum malum, ) but especially the sinnes of Princes and Gouernours, (— delirant reges, plectuntur Achiui, ) may bring iudgements vpon vs, but our Neighbours Sins too, (Aliquid malum propter vicinum malum,) but especially the Sins of Princes and Governors, (— delirant reges, plectuntur Achiui,) may bring Judgments upon us, cc-acp po12 n2 n2 av, (j fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la,) p-acp av-j dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, (— n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la,) vmb vvi n2 p-acp pno12, (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 398
4571 and enwrap vs in their punishments: it should teach euery one of vs, to seeke his owne priuate in the common and publike good; and enwrap us in their punishments: it should teach every one of us, to seek his own private in the Common and public good; cc vvi pno12 p-acp po32 n2: pn31 vmd vvi d crd pp-f pno12, pc-acp vvi po31 d j p-acp dt j cc j j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 398
4572 and to endeauour, if but for our owne security from punishment, to awaken other from their security in sinne. and to endeavour, if but for our own security from punishment, to awaken other from their security in sin. cc pc-acp vvi, cs cc-acp p-acp po12 d n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 398
4573 How should wee send vp supplications and prayers and intercessions for Kings and for all that are in authority ; How should we send up supplications and Prayers and intercessions for Kings and for all that Are in Authority; q-crq vmd pns12 vvi a-acp n2 cc n2 cc n2 p-acp n2 cc p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 398
4574 that God would encline their hearts vnto righteous courses, and open their eares to wholesome counsells, that God would incline their hearts unto righteous courses, and open their ears to wholesome Counsels, cst np1 vmd vvi po32 n2 p-acp j n2, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 398
4575 and strengthen their hands to just actions? when but a sinfull ouersight in one of them, may proue the ouerthrow of many thousands of vs: and strengthen their hands to just actions? when but a sinful oversight in one of them, may prove the overthrow of many thousands of us: cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp j n2? c-crq p-acp dt j n1 p-acp crd pp-f pno32, vmb vvi dt vvi pp-f d crd pp-f pno12: (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 398
4576 as Dauid but by once numbring his people in the pride of his heart, lessened their number at one clap threescore and ten thousand. as David but by once numbering his people in the pride of his heart, lessened their number At one clap threescore and ten thousand. c-acp np1 cc-acp p-acp a-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvd po32 n1 p-acp crd n1 crd cc crd crd. (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 398
4577 If Israel turne their backs vpon their enemies; If Israel turn their backs upon their enemies; cs np1 vvb po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 398
4578 vp Iosuah, and make search for the troubler of Israel, firret out the thiefe, and doe execution vpon him: one Achan, if but suffered, is able to vndoe the whole hoast of Israel; up Joshua, and make search for the troubler of Israel, firret out the thief, and do execution upon him: one achan, if but suffered, is able to undo the Whole host of Israel; a-acp np1, cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvi av dt n1, cc vdb n1 p-acp pno31: crd np1, cs p-acp vvn, vbz j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 399
4579 what mischiefe might he do, if countenanced, if allowed ? The houre I see hath ouertaken me, and I must end. what mischief might he do, if countenanced, if allowed? The hour I see hath overtaken me, and I must end. r-crq n1 vmd pns31 vdi, cs vvn, cs vvn? dt n1 pns11 vvb vhz vvn pno11, cc pns11 vmb vvi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 399
4580 To wrappe vp all in a word then, and conclude: Thou that hast power ouer others; To wrap up all in a word then, and conclude: Thou that hast power over Others; p-acp vvi a-acp d p-acp dt n1 av, cc vvi: pns21 cst vh2 n1 p-acp n2-jn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 399
4581 suffer no sin in them by base conniuence, but punish it: thou that hast charge of others, suffer no sin in them by dull silence, but rebuke it: suffer no since in them by base connivance, but Punish it: thou that hast charge of Others, suffer no since in them by dull silence, but rebuke it: vvb dx n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j n1, p-acp vvb pn31: pns21 cst vh2 vvb pp-f n2-jn, vvb dx n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j n1, p-acp vvb pn31: (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 399
4582 thou that hast any interest in, or dealing with others; suffer no sinne vpon them, by easie allowance, but distast it: thou that hast nothing else; thou that hast any Interest in, or dealing with Others; suffer no sin upon them, by easy allowance, but distaste it: thou that hast nothing Else; pns21 cst vh2 d n1 p-acp, cc vvg p-acp n2-jn; vvb dx n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp j n1, p-acp n1 pn31: pns21 cst vh2 pix av; (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 399
4583 yet by thy charitable prayers for them, and by constant example to them, stop the course of sin in others, further the growth of grace in others, labour by all meanes (as much as in thee lyeth) to draw others vnto God; yet by thy charitable Prayers for them, and by constant Exampl to them, stop the course of sin in Others, further the growth of grace in Others, labour by all means (as much as in thee lies) to draw Others unto God; av p-acp po21 j n2 p-acp pno32, cc p-acp j n1 p-acp pno32, vvb dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp n2-jn, jc dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp n2-jn, vvb p-acp d n2 (c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno21 vvz) p-acp vvb n2-jn p-acp np1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 399
4584 lest their sinnes draw Gods iudgements vpon themselues and thee. lest their Sins draw God's Judgments upon themselves and thee. cs po32 n2 vvb n2 n2 p-acp px32 cc pno21. (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 399
4585 This that thou mayst doe, and that I may do, and that euery one of vs, that feareth God, This that thou Mayest do, and that I may do, and that every one of us, that fears God, d cst pns21 vm2 vdi, cc d pns11 vmb vdi, cc d d crd pp-f pno12, cst vvz np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 399
4586 and wisheth well to the Israel of God, may doe, faithfully and discreetely in our seuerall stations and callings: and wishes well to the Israel of God, may do, faithfully and discreetly in our several stations and callings: cc vvz av p-acp dt np1 pp-f np1, vmb vdi, av-j cc av-j p-acp po12 j n2 cc n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 399
4587 let vs all humbly beseech the Lord, the God of all grace and wisedome, for his Sonne Iesus sake, by his holy spirit to enable vs. To which blessed Trinity, one only wise, immortall, inuisible, almighty, most gracious and most glorious Lord and God, be ascribed by euery one of vs, the kingdome, the power, let us all humbly beseech the Lord, the God of all grace and Wisdom, for his Son Iesus sake, by his holy Spirit to enable us To which blessed Trinity, one only wise, immortal, invisible, almighty, most gracious and most glorious Lord and God, be ascribed by every one of us, the Kingdom, the power, vvb pno12 d av-j vvb dt n1, dt np1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, p-acp po31 n1 np1 n1, p-acp po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp r-crq j-vvn np1, pi av-j j, j, j, j-jn, av-ds j cc av-ds j n1 cc np1, vbb vvn p-acp d crd pp-f pno12, dt n1, dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 399
4588 and the glory, both now and for euer. Amen. and the glory, both now and for ever. Amen. cc dt n1, d av cc p-acp av. uh-n. (15) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 399
4589 THE FOVRTH SERMON. 1. COR. 7.24. Brethren, let euery man wherein he is called, therein abide with God. THE FOURTH SERMON. 1. COR. 7.24. Brothers, let every man wherein he is called, therein abide with God. dt ord n1. crd np1. crd. n2, vvb d n1 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, av vvb p-acp np1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 401
4590 IF flesh and bloud be suffered to make the Glosse, it is able to corrupt a right good Text. It easily turneth the doctrine of Gods grace into wantonnesse : IF Flesh and blood be suffered to make the Gloss, it is able to corrupt a right good Text. It Easily turns the Doctrine of God's grace into wantonness: cs n1 cc n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn j np1 pn31 av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 401
4591 and as easily the doctrine of Christian libertie into licenciousnesse. These Corinthians, being yet but Carnall ; and as Easily the Doctrine of Christian liberty into licentiousness. These Corinthians, being yet but Carnal; cc c-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f njp n1 p-acp n1. d njp2, vbg av p-acp j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 401
4592 for the point of Liberty consulted (it seemeth) but too much with this cursed glosse. Which taught them to interpret their Calling to the Christian faith, for the point of Liberty consulted (it seems) but too much with this cursed gloss. Which taught them to interpret their Calling to the Christian faith, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd (pn31 vvz) cc-acp av av-d p-acp d vvn n1. r-crq vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 vvg p-acp dt njp n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 401
4593 as an Exemption from the duties of all other Callings: as if their spirituall freedome in Christ had cancelled ipso facto all former obligations, as an Exemption from the duties of all other Callings: as if their spiritual freedom in christ had canceled ipso facto all former obligations, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j-jn n2: c-acp cs po32 j n1 p-acp np1 vhd vvn fw-la fw-la d j n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 401
4594 whether of Nature or Ciuility. The Husband would put away his wife, the seruant dis-respect his master, euery other man breake the bonds of relation to euery other man: whither of Nature or Civility. The Husband would put away his wife, the servant disrespect his master, every other man break the bonds of Relation to every other man: cs pp-f n1 cc n1. dt n1 vmd vvi av po31 n1, dt n1 n1 po31 n1, d j-jn n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d j-jn n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 401
4595 and all vnder this pretence, and vpon this ground, that Christ hath made them free. In this passage of the Chapter, the Apostle occasionally correcteth this errour: and all under this pretence, and upon this ground, that christ hath made them free. In this passage of the Chapter, the Apostle occasionally Correcteth this error: cc d p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, cst np1 vhz vvn pno32 j. p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 av-j vvz d n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4596 principally indeed as the present Argument led him, in the particular of Marriage ; principally indeed as the present Argument led him, in the particular of Marriage; av-j av c-acp dt j n1 vvd pno31, p-acp dt j pp-f n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4597 but with a farther & more vniuersal extent to all outward states and conditions of life. but with a farther & more universal extent to all outward states and conditions of life. cc-acp p-acp dt jc cc av-dc j-u n1 p-acp d j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4598 The summe of his Doctrine, this. The sum of his Doctrine, this. dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, d. (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4599 He that is yoaked with a wife, must not put her away, but count her worthy of all loue ; He that is yoked with a wife, must not put her away, but count her worthy of all love; pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb xx vvi pno31 av, cc-acp vvb po31 j pp-f d vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4600 he that is bound to a master, must not despise him, but count him worthy of all honour ; he that is bound to a master, must not despise him, but count him worthy of all honour; pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb xx vvi pno31, cc-acp vvb pno31 j pp-f d vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4601 euery other man that is tyed in any relation to any other man, must not neglect him, every other man that is tied in any Relation to any other man, must not neglect him, d j-jn n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, vmb xx vvi pno31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4602 but count him worthy of all good offices and ciuill respects sutable to his place and person: but count him worthy of all good Offices and civil respects suitable to his place and person: cc-acp vvb pno31 j pp-f d j n2 cc j vvz j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4603 though Shee or He, or that other, be Infidels and Vnbeleeuers. The Christian Calling doth not at all preiudice, much lesse ouerthrow ; though She or He, or that other, be Infidels and Unbelievers. The Christian Calling does not At all prejudice, much less overthrow; cs pns31 cc pns31, cc d j-jn, vbb n2 cc n2. dt np1 vvg vdz xx p-acp d n1, d dc vvi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4604 it rather establisheth and strengtheneth, those interests, that arise from naturall relations, or from voluntary contracts (either domesticall or ciuill ) betwixt Man and Man. The generall rule to this effect he conceiueth in the forme of an Exhortation ; it rather Establisheth and strengtheneth, those interests, that arise from natural relations, or from voluntary contracts (either domestical or civil) betwixt Man and Man. The general Rule to this Effect he conceiveth in the Form of an Exhortation; pn31 av-c vvz cc vvz, d n2, cst vvb p-acp j n2, cc p-acp j-jn vvz (av-d j cc j) p-acp n1 cc n1 dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4605 that euery man (notwithstanding his calling vnto liberty in Christ) abide in that station wherein God hath placed him, containe himselfe within the bounds thereof, that every man (notwithstanding his calling unto liberty in christ) abide in that station wherein God hath placed him, contain himself within the bounds thereof, cst d n1 (c-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp n1 p-acp np1) vvb p-acp d n1 c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31, vvb px31 p-acp dt n2 av, (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4606 and cheerefully & contentedly vndergoe the duties that belong therto: and cheerfully & contentedly undergo the duties that belong thereto: cc av-j cc av-vvn vvi dt n2 cst vvb av: (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4607 vers. 17. [ As God hath distributed to euery man, as the Lord hath called euery one, so let him walke. vers. 17. [ As God hath distributed to every man, as the Lord hath called every one, so let him walk. fw-la. crd [ p-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn d crd, av vvb pno31 vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4608 ] And lest this Exhortation (as it fareth with most other, especially such as come in but vpon the by, as this doth) should be slenderly regarded: ] And lest this Exhortation (as it fareth with most other, especially such as come in but upon the by, as this does) should be slenderly regarded: ] cc cs d n1 (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp ds j-jn, av-j d c-acp vvb p-acp cc-acp p-acp dt p-acp, p-acp d vdz) vmd vbi av-j vvn: (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 402
4609 the more fully to commend it to their consideration & practise, he repeateth it once againe, vers. 20. [ Let euery man abide in the same calling, wherein he was called. the more Fully to commend it to their consideration & practice, he repeateth it once again, vers. 20. [ Let every man abide in the same calling, wherein he was called. dt av-dc av-j p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp av, fw-la. crd [ vvb d n1 vvi p-acp dt d vvg, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 403
4610 ] And now againe once more; in the words of this verse; ] And now again once more; in the words of this verse; ] cc av av a-acp av-dc; p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 403
4611 concluding therewith the whole discourse into which he had digressed, [ Brethren, let euery man, wherin he is called, therin abide with God. ] concluding therewith the Whole discourse into which he had digressed, [ Brothers, let every man, wherein he is called, therein abide with God. ] vvg av dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvd, [ n2, vvb d n1, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, av vvb p-acp np1. ] (16) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 403
4612 From which words, I desire it may be no preiudice to my present discourse, if I take occasion to entreat at this time of a very needefull argument; From which words, I desire it may be no prejudice to my present discourse, if I take occasion to entreat At this time of a very needful argument; p-acp r-crq n2, pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp po11 j n1, cs pns11 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 323 Page 403
4613 viz. concerning the Necessity, Choyce, and Vse of particular Callings. Which whilest I doe, if any shall blame me for shaking hands with my Text: viz. Concerning the Necessity, Choice, and Use of particular Callings. Which whilst I do, if any shall blame me for shaking hands with my Text: n1 vvg dt n1, n1, cc vvb pp-f j n2. r-crq cs pns11 vdb, cs d vmb vvi pno11 p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po11 n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 323 Page 403
4614 let such know, First, that it will not be very charitably done, to passe a hard censure vpon anothers labour; let such know, First, that it will not be very charitably done, to pass a hard censure upon another's labour; vvb d vvb, ord, cst pn31 vmb xx vbi j av-j vdn, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp ng1-jn n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 323 Page 403
4615 no nor yet very prouidently for their owne good, to slight a profitable truth for some little seeming impertinency. no nor yet very providently for their own good, to slight a profitable truth for Some little seeming impertinency. uh-dx ccx av j av-j p-acp po32 d j, p-acp j dt j n1 p-acp d j j-vvg n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 323 Page 403
4616 Secondly, that the points proposed are indeede not impertinent: the last of them (which supposeth also the other two) being the very substance of this Exhortation; Secondly, that the points proposed Are indeed not impertinent: the last of them (which Supposeth also the other two) being the very substance of this Exhortation; ord, cst dt n2 vvn vbr av xx j: dt ord pp-f pno32 (r-crq vvz av dt j-jn crd) vbg dt j n1 pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 323 Page 403
4617 and all of them such as may without much violence be drawne from the very words themselues, at leastwise if we may be allowed the liberty (which is but reasonable) to take-in also the other two verses the 17. and the 20. in sense, and all of them such as may without much violence be drawn from the very words themselves, At leastwise if we may be allowed the liberty (which is but reasonable) to take-in also the other two Verses the 17. and the 20. in sense, cc d pp-f pno32 d c-acp vmb p-acp d n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 px32, p-acp av cs pns12 vmb vbi vvn dt n1 (r-crq vbz p-acp j) p-acp j av dt j-jn crd n2 dt crd cc dt crd p-acp n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 323 Page 403
4618 and for substance, all one with this: as anon in the seuerall handling of them will in parr appeare. and for substance, all one with this: as anon in the several handling of them will in parr appear. cc p-acp n1, d pi p-acp d: c-acp av p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f pno32 n1 p-acp n1 vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 323 Page 403
4619 But howsoeuer, Thirdly, (which S. Bernard deemed a sufficient Apology for himselfe in a case of like nature, Nouerint me non tam intendisse &c. ) let them know, that in my choyce of this Scripture my purpose was not so much to binde my self to the strict exposition of the Apostolicall Text, But howsoever, Thirdly, (which S. Bernard deemed a sufficient Apology for himself in a case of like nature, Nouerint me non tam intendisse etc.) let them know, that in my choice of this Scripture my purpose was not so much to bind my self to the strict exposition of the Apostolical Text, cc-acp c-acp, ord, (r-crq n1 np1 vvd dt j n1 p-acp px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-la n1 av) vvb pno32 vvi, cst p-acp po11 n1 pp-f d n1 po11 n1 vbds xx av av-d pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 323 Page 404
4620 as to take occasion there-from to deliuer what I desired to speake, and judged expedient for you to heare; as to take occasion therefrom to deliver what I desired to speak, and judged expedient for you to hear; c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 av pc-acp vvi r-crq pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi, cc vvd j p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 323 Page 404
4621 concerning 1. the Necessity, 2. the Choyce, and 3. the Vse of particular Callings. Points, if euer needefull to bee taught and knowne; certainly, in these dayes most. Concerning 1. the Necessity, 2. the Choice, and 3. the Use of particular Callings. Points, if ever needful to be taught and known; Certainly, in these days most. vvg crd dt n1, crd dt n1, cc crd dt vvb pp-f j n2. vvz, cs av j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn; av-j, p-acp d n2 av-ds. (16) sermon (DIV1) 323 Page 404
4622 Wherein some habituated in idlenesse, will not betake themselues to any Calling ; like a heauy jade, that is good at bit, and nought else. Wherein Some habituated in idleness, will not betake themselves to any Calling; like a heavy jade, that is good At bit, and nought Else. c-crq d vvn p-acp n1, vmb xx vvi px32 p-acp d vvg; av-j dt j n1, cst vbz j p-acp n1, cc pix av. (16) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 404
4623 These would bee soundly spurred vp, and whipped on end. Othersome, through weakenesse, doe not make a good choyce of a fit Calling : These would be soundly spurred up, and whipped on end. Othersome, through weakness, do not make a good choice of a fit Calling: np1 vmd vbi av-j vvn a-acp, cc vvd p-acp n1. j, p-acp n1, vdb xx vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt j vvg: (16) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 404
4624 like a young vnbroken thing that hath mettall, and is free, but is euer wrying the wrong way. like a young unbroken thing that hath mettle, and is free, but is ever wrying the wrong Way. av-j dt j j n1 cst vhz n1, cc vbz j, cc-acp vbz av vvg dt j-jn n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 404
4625 These would be fairely checkt, turned into the right way, and guided with a steddy & skilfull hand. These would be fairly checked, turned into the right Way, and guided with a steady & skilful hand. np1 vmd vbi av-j vvn, vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 404
4626 A third sort (and I thinke the greatest) through vnsettlednesse, or discontentednesse, or other vntoward humour, walke not soberly, A third sort (and I think the greatest) through unsettledness, or discontentedness, or other untoward humour, walk not soberly, dt ord n1 (cc pns11 vvb dt js) p-acp n1, cc n1, cc j-jn j n1, vvb xx av-j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 404
4627 and vprightly, and orderly in their Calling ; like an vnruly Coult, that will ouer hedge and ditch; and uprightly, and orderly in their Calling; like an unruly Coult, that will over hedge and ditch; cc av-j, cc av-j p-acp po32 vvg; av-j dt j n1, cst vmb p-acp n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 404
4628 no ground will hold him, no fence turne him. These would be well, fettered and side-hanckled for leaping. no ground will hold him, no fence turn him. These would be well, fettered and side-hanckled for leaping. dx n1 vmb vvi pno31, dx n1 vvi pno31. np1 vmd vbi av, vvn cc j p-acp vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 404
4629 The first sort, are to be taught the Necessity of a Calling: the second, to be directed for the Choyce of their Calling: The First sort, Are to be taught the Necessity of a Calling: the second, to be directed for the Choice of their Calling: dt ord n1, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f dt vvg: dt ord, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vvg: (16) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 404
4630 the third, to be bounded and limitted in the Exercise of their Calling. Of which three in their order: and of the First, first; the Necessity of a Calling. the third, to be bounded and limited in the Exercise of their Calling. Of which three in their order: and of the First, First; the Necessity of a Calling. dt ord, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt vvb pp-f po32 vvg. pp-f r-crq crd p-acp po32 n1: cc pp-f dt ord, ord; dt n1 pp-f dt vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 404
4631 The Scriptures speake of two kinds of Vocations or Callings: the one, ad Foedus ; the other, ad Munus. The vsuall knowne termes are; The Scriptures speak of two Kinds of Vocations or Callings: the one, and Foedus; the other, ad Munus. The usual known terms Are; dt n2 vvb pp-f crd n2 pp-f n2 cc n2: dt crd, cc np1; dt n-jn, fw-la fw-la. dt j j-vvn n2 vbr; (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 404
4632 the Generall and the Particular Calling. Vocatio ad Foedus, or the Generall Calling ; the General and the Particular Calling. Vocatio and Foedus, or the General Calling; dt n1 cc dt j vvg. np1 cc np1, cc dt n1 vvg; (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 404
4633 is that wherewith God calleth vs, either outwardly in the ministery of his Word, or inwardly by the efficacy of his Spirit, or iointly by both, to the faith and obedience of the Gospell, and to the embracing of the Couenant of grace and of mercy and saluation by Iesus Christ. is that wherewith God calls us, either outwardly in the Ministry of his Word, or inwardly by the efficacy of his Spirit, or jointly by both, to the faith and Obedience of the Gospel, and to the embracing of the Covenant of grace and of mercy and salvation by Iesus christ. vbz d c-crq np1 vvz pno12, d av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av-j p-acp d, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 np1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4634 Which is therefore termed the Generall Calling, (not for that it is of larger extent than the other, Which is Therefore termed the General Calling, (not for that it is of larger extent than the other, r-crq vbz av vvn dt n1 vvg, (xx p-acp cst pn31 vbz pp-f jc n1 cs dt n-jn, (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4635 but) because the thing whereunto we are thus called, is one and the same, and common to all that are called. but) Because the thing whereunto we Are thus called, is one and the same, and Common to all that Are called. cc-acp) c-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbr av vvn, vbz crd cc dt d, cc j p-acp d cst vbr vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4636 The same duties, and the same promises, and euery way the same conditions. Here is no difference in regard of Persons: The same duties, and the same promises, and every Way the same conditions. Here is no difference in regard of Persons: dt d n2, cc dt d n2, cc d n1 dt d n2. av vbz dx n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4637 but one Lord, one faith, one baptisme, one body, and one spirit; euen as we are all called in one hope of our Calling : Thats the Generall Calling. but one Lord, one faith, one Baptism, one body, and one Spirit; even as we Are all called in one hope of our Calling: Thats the General Calling. cc-acp crd n1, crd n1, crd n1, crd n1, cc crd n1; av c-acp pns12 vbr d vvn p-acp crd n1 pp-f po12 vvg: d|vbz dt n1 vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4638 Vocatio ad Munus, or our Particular Calling ; Vocatio ad Munus, or our Particular Calling; np1 fw-la fw-la, cc po12 j vvg; (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4639 is that wherewith God enableth vs and directeth vs and putteth vs on to some speciall course and condition of life, wherein to employ our selues, is that wherewith God enableth us and directeth us and putteth us on to Some special course and condition of life, wherein to employ our selves, vbz d c-crq np1 vvz pno12 cc vvz pno12 cc vvz pno12 p-acp p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4640 and to exercise the gifts he hath bestowed vpon vs, to his glory, and the benefit of our selues, and others. and to exercise the Gifts he hath bestowed upon us, to his glory, and the benefit of our selves, and Others. cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc n2-jn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4641 And it is therefore termed a Particular Calling, (not as if it concerned not all in generall; And it is Therefore termed a Particular Calling, (not as if it concerned not all in general; cc pn31 vbz av vvn dt j vvg, (xx c-acp cs pn31 vvd xx d p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4642 for wee shall proue the contrary anon;) but because the thing whereunto men are thus called is not one and the same to all, for we shall prove the contrary anon;) but Because the thing whereunto men Are thus called is not one and the same to all, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi dt n-jn av;) cc-acp c-acp dt n1 c-crq n2 vbr av vvn vbz xx crd cc dt d p-acp d, (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4643 but differenced with much variety according to the quality of particular persons. Alius sic, alius verò sic: but differenced with much variety according to the quality of particular Persons. Alius sic, alius verò sic: cc-acp vvd p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la: (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4644 [ Euery man hath his proper gift of God; one man on this manner, another on that. [ Every man hath his proper gift of God; one man on this manner, Another on that. [ d n1 vhz po31 j n1 pp-f np1; crd n1 p-acp d n1, j-jn p-acp d. (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4645 ] Here is NONLATINALPHABET, some called to be Magistrates, some Ministers, some Merchants, some Artificers ; ] Here is, Some called to be Magistrates, Some Ministers, Some Merchant's, Some Artificers; ] av vbz, d vvn pc-acp vbi n2, d n2, d n2, d n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 405
4646 some one thing, some another, as to their particular Callings. But as to the Generall Calling, there is NONLATINALPHABET, the common Saluation: all called to the same State of being the seruants and children of God; Some one thing, Some Another, as to their particular Callings. But as to the General Calling, there is, the Common Salvation: all called to the same State of being the Servants and children of God; d crd n1, d n-jn, c-acp p-acp po32 j n2. p-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvg, a-acp vbz, dt j n1: d vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f vbg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 406
4647 all called to the performance of the same duties of seruants, and to the expectation of the same inheritance of children; all called to the performance of the same duties of Servants, and to the expectation of the same inheritance of children; d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n2 pp-f n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n1 pp-f n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 406
4648 all called to be Christians. Of both which Callings, the Generall and Particular, there is not (I take it) any where in Scripture mention made so expresly and together, all called to be Christians. Of both which Callings, the General and Particular, there is not (I take it) any where in Scripture mention made so expressly and together, d vvd pc-acp vbi np1. pp-f d r-crq n2, dt n1 cc j-jn, a-acp vbz xx (pns11 vvb pn31) d c-crq p-acp n1 n1 vvd av av-j cc av, (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 406
4649 as in this passage of our Apostle; as in this passage of our Apostle; c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 406
4650 especially at the 20. verse [ Let euery man abide in the same calling, wherein he was called. especially At the 20. verse [ Let every man abide in the same calling, wherein he was called. av-j p-acp dt crd n1 [ vvb d n1 vvi p-acp dt d vvg, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 406
4651 ] Where, besides the matter, the Apostles elegancy is obserueable in vsing the same word in both significations: ] Where, beside the matter, the Apostles elegancy is observable in using the same word in both significations: ] c-crq, p-acp dt n1, dt n2 n1 vbz j p-acp vvg dt d n1 p-acp d n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 406
4652 the Nowne signifying the Particular, and the Verbe the Generall Calling. Let euery one abide in the same calling wherein he was called; the Noun signifying the Particular, and the Verb the General Calling. Let every one abide in the same calling wherein he was called; dt n1 vvg dt j-jn, cc dt n1 dt n1 vvg. vvb d crd vvi p-acp dt d vvg c-crq pns31 vbds vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 406
4653 bearing sense, as if the Apostle had sayd, Let euery man abide in the same Particular Calling, wherein hee stood at the time of his Generall Calling. And the same, bearing sense, as if the Apostle had said, Let every man abide in the same Particular Calling, wherein he stood At the time of his General Calling. And the same, vvg n1, c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, vvb d n1 vvi p-acp dt d j vvg, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvg. cc dt d, (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 406
4654 and no other, is the meaning of the words of my Text. and no other, is the meaning of the words of my Text. cc dx n-jn, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po11 np1 (16) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 406
4655 Whence it appeareth, that the Calling my Text implieth, and wherein euery man is here exhorted to abide; Whence it appears, that the Calling my Text Implies, and wherein every man is Here exhorted to abide; c-crq pn31 vvz, cst dt vvg po11 n1 vvz, cc c-crq d n1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 406
4656 is to be vnderstood of the Particular, and not of the Generall Calling. And of this Particular Calling it is we now intend to speake. is to be understood of the Particular, and not of the General Calling. And of this Particular Calling it is we now intend to speak. vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt j-jn, cc xx pp-f dt n1 vvg. cc pp-f d j vvg pn31 vbz pns12 av vvb pc-acp vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 406
4657 And that in the more Proper and restrained significatition of it; as it importeth some settled course of life with reference to businesse, office, and employment: And that in the more Proper and restrained significatition of it; as it imports Some settled course of life with Referente to business, office, and employment: cc cst p-acp dt av-dc j cc vvn n1 pp-f pn31; c-acp pn31 vvz d j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 406
4658 accordingly as we say a man is called to be a Minister, called to be a Lawyer, called to be a Tradesman, and the like. accordingly as we say a man is called to be a Minister, called to be a Lawyer, called to be a Tradesman, and the like. av-vvg c-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt vvi, vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1, vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc dt j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 406
4659 Although I cannot be ignorant, that our Apostle (as the streame of his Argument carryed him) here taketh the word in a much wider extent; Although I cannot be ignorant, that our Apostle (as the stream of his Argument carried him) Here Takes the word in a much wider extent; cs pns11 vmbx vbi j, cst po12 n1 (c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvd pno31) av vvz dt n1 p-acp dt d av-j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 407
4660 as including not only such speciall courses of life as refer to imployment, but euen all outward parsonall states and conditions of men whatsoeuer, as including not only such special courses of life as refer to employment, but even all outward parsonall states and conditions of men whatsoever, c-acp vvg xx av-j d j n2 pp-f n1 c-acp vvb p-acp n1, cc-acp av d j j n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 r-crq, (16) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 407
4661 whether they haue such referencce, or no: whither they have such referencce, or no: cs pns32 vhb d n1, cc dx: (16) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 407
4662 as we may say, a man is called to Marriage or to single life, called to riches or pouerty, and the like. as we may say, a man is called to Marriage or to single life, called to riches or poverty, and the like. c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc p-acp j n1, vvn p-acp n2 cc n1, cc dt j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 407
4663 But omitting this larger signification, wee will hold our selues either onely or principally, to the former: But omitting this larger signification, we will hold our selves either only or principally, to the former: p-acp vvg d jc n1, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 d j cc av-j, p-acp dt j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 407
4664 and by Calling vnderstand a speciall setled course of life, wherein mainly to employ a mans gifts and time for his owne and the common good. and by Calling understand a special settled course of life, wherein mainly to employ a men Gifts and time for his own and the Common good. cc p-acp vvg vvi dt j j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, c-crq av-j pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n2 cc n1 p-acp po31 d cc dt j j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 407
4665 The Necessity wherof whilest we mention, you are to imagine not an absolute and positiue, but a conditionall and suppositiue necessity. The Necessity whereof whilst we mention, you Are to imagine not an absolute and positive, but a conditional and suppositive necessity. dt n1 c-crq cs pns12 vvb, pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi xx dt j cc j, p-acp dt j cc j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 407
4666 Not as if no man could be without one de facto, (daily experience in these dissolute times manifesteth the contrary:) but because de jure no man should be without one. Not as if no man could be without one de facto, (daily experience in these dissolute times manifesteth the contrary:) but Because de jure no man should be without one. xx c-acp cs dx n1 vmd vbi p-acp crd fw-fr fw-la, (j n1 p-acp d j n2 vvz dt n-jn:) cc-acp c-acp fw-fr fw-la dx n1 vmd vbi p-acp pi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 407
4667 This kind of Calling is indeede necessary for all men: This kind of Calling is indeed necessary for all men: d n1 pp-f vvg vbz av j p-acp d n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 407
4668 But how? Not as a necessary thing ratione termini, so as the want thereof would be an absolute impossibility: but virtute praecepti, as a necessary duty, the neglect whereof would be a grieuous and sinfull enormitie. He that will doe that which he ought, But how? Not as a necessary thing ratione termini, so as the want thereof would be an absolute impossibility: but virtute Precepts, as a necessary duty, the neglect whereof would be a grievous and sinful enormity. He that will do that which he ought, cc-acp q-crq? xx p-acp dt j n1 fw-la fw-la, av p-acp dt vvb av vmd vbi dt j n1: p-acp fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt j n1, dt vvb c-crq vmd vbi dt j cc j n1. pns31 cst vmb vdi d r-crq pns31 vmd, (16) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 407
4669 and is in conscience bound to doe; must of necessity liue in some Calling or other. and is in conscience bound to do; must of necessity live in Some Calling or other. cc vbz p-acp n1 vvn pc-acp vdi; vmb pp-f n1 vvi p-acp d vvg cc j-jn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 407
4670 That is it we meane by the Necessity of a Calling. And this Necessity we are now to proue. That is it we mean by the Necessity of a Calling. And this Necessity we Are now to prove. cst vbz pn31 pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvg. cc d n1 pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 407
4671 And that First, from the Obedience we owe to euery of Gods Ordinances ; And that First, from the obedience we owe to every of God's Ordinances; cc d ord, p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp d pp-f npg1 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 407
4672 and the Account wee must render for euery of Gods Gifts. Amongst those ordinances this is one, and one of the first; and the Account we must render for every of God's Gifts. among those ordinances this is one, and one of the First; cc dt vvb pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d pp-f npg1 n2. p-acp d n2 d vbz pi, cc crd pp-f dt ord; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4673 that in the sweate of our faces euery man of vs should eate our bread, Gen. 3. The force of which Precept, let none thinke to auoyde by a quirke: that in the sweat of our faces every man of us should eat our bred, Gen. 3. The force of which Precept, let none think to avoid by a quirk: d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 d n1 pp-f pno12 vmd vvi po12 n1, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1, vvb pix vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4674 that forsooth it was layed vpon Adam after his transgression, rather as a Curse, which he must endure ; that forsooth it was laid upon Adam After his Transgression, rather as a Curse, which he must endure; cst uh pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, av-c p-acp dt vvb, r-crq pns31 vmb vvi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4675 than as a Duty, which he should performe. For first ; than as a Duty, which he should perform. For First; cs p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vvi. p-acp ord; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4676 as some of Gods Curses (such is his goodnesse ) are Promises as well as Curses; as Some of God's Curses (such is his Goodness) Are Promises as well as Curses; c-acp d pp-f npg1 n2 (d vbz po31 n1) vbr vvz c-acp av c-acp n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4677 as is that of the Enmity betweene the Womans seede and the Serpents: as is that of the Enmity between the Woman's seed and the Serpents: a-acp vbz d pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc dt n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4678 so some of Gods Curses (such is his Iustice ) are Precepts as well as Curses; so Some of God's Curses (such is his justice) Are Precepts as well as Curses; av d pp-f npg1 n2 (d vbz po31 n1) vbr n2 c-acp av c-acp n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4679 as is that of the Womans subjection to the Man. This of eating our bread in the sweate of our face, is all the three: it is a Curse ; it is a Promise ; as is that of the Woman's subjection to the Man. This of eating our bred in the sweat of our face, is all the three: it is a Curse; it is a Promise; a-acp vbz d pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 d pp-f n-vvg po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vbz d dt crd: pn31 vbz dt vvb; pn31 vbz dt vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4680 it is a Precept. It is a Curse ; in that God will not suffer the Earth, to affoord vs bread, without our sweate. It is a Promise ; it is a Precept. It is a Curse; in that God will not suffer the Earth, to afford us bred, without our sweat. It is a Promise; pn31 vbz dt n1. pn31 vbz dt vvb; p-acp cst np1 vmb xx vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 n1, p-acp po12 n1. pn31 vbz dt vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4681 in that God assureth vs, wee shall haue bread for our sweate. And it is a Precept too; in that God assureth us, we shall have bred for our sweat. And it is a Precept too; p-acp cst np1 vvz pno12, pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp po12 n1. cc pn31 vbz dt n1 av; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4682 in that God enioyneth vs, if wee will haue bread, to sweate for it. Secondly ; in that God enjoineth us, if we will have bred, to sweat for it. Secondly; p-acp cst np1 vvz pno12, cs pns12 vmb vhi n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. ord; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4683 although it may not be gainsayed, but that that injunction to Adam was giuen as a Curse ; although it may not be gainsaid, but that that injunction to Adam was given as a Curse; cs pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn, cc-acp cst d n1 p-acp np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4684 yet the substance of the injunction was not the thing wherein the Curse did formally consist. Herein was the Curse : yet the substance of the injunction was not the thing wherein the Curse did formally consist. Herein was the Curse: av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds xx dt n1 c-crq dt vvb vdd av-j vvi. av vbds dt vvb: (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4685 that whereas before the fall, the taske which God appointed man was with pleasure of body and content of mind, without sweate of brow or brayne ; that whereas before the fallen, the task which God appointed man was with pleasure of body and content of mind, without sweat of brow or brain; cst cs p-acp dt n1, dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd n1 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 408
4686 now after the fall he was to toyle and forecast for his liuing, with care of mind and trauell of body, with wearinesse of flesh and vexation of spirit. But as for the substance of the injunction, which is, that euery man should haue somewhat to doe, wherein to bestow himselfe and his time and his gifts, and whereby to earne his bread: now After the fallen he was to toil and forecast for his living, with care of mind and travel of body, with weariness of Flesh and vexation of Spirit. But as for the substance of the injunction, which is, that every man should have somewhat to do, wherein to bestow himself and his time and his Gifts, and whereby to earn his bred: av p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbds p-acp vvb cc vvn p-acp po31 n-vvg, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. p-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz, cst d n1 vmd vhi av pc-acp vdi, c-crq p-acp vvi px31 cc po31 n1 cc po31 n2, cc c-crq p-acp vvi po31 n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 409
4687 in this it appeareth not to haue bin a Curse, but a Precept of diuine institution; in this it appears not to have been a Curse, but a Precept of divine Institution; p-acp d pn31 vvz xx pc-acp vhi vbn dt vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 409
4688 that Adam, in the time and state of Innocency, before he had deserued a Curse, was yet enjoyned his taske, to dresse and to keepe the garden. that Adam, in the time and state of Innocency, before he had deserved a Curse, was yet enjoined his task, to dress and to keep the garden. cst np1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn dt vvb, vbds av vvn po31 n1, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 409
4689 And as Adam liued himselfe, so he bred vp his children. His two first borne, though heires apparant of all the world, had yet their peculiar employments ; And as Adam lived himself, so he bred up his children. His two First born, though Heirs apparent of all the world, had yet their peculiar employments; cc p-acp np1 vvd px31, av pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n2. po31 crd ord j-vvn, cs n2 j pp-f d dt n1, vhd av po32 j n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 409
4690 the one in tillage, the other in pasturage. And as many since, as haue walked orderly, haue obserued Gods Ordinance herein; the one in tillage, the other in pasturage. And as many since, as have walked orderly, have observed God's Ordinance herein; dt pi p-acp n1, dt j-jn p-acp n1. cc p-acp d a-acp, c-acp vhb vvn av-j, vhb vvn npg1 n1 av; (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 409
4691 working with their hands the thing that is good in some kind or other: working with their hands the thing that is good in Some kind or other: vvg p-acp po32 n2 dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp d n1 cc j-jn: (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 409
4692 those that haue set themselues in no such good way, our Apostle elsewhere justly blaming as inordinate, or disorderly walkers. those that have Set themselves in no such good Way, our Apostle elsewhere justly blaming as inordinate, or disorderly walker's. d cst vhb vvn px32 p-acp dx d j n1, po12 n1 av av-j vvg p-acp j, cc j ng1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 409
4693 And how can such disorderly ones hope to finde approueance in the sight of our God, who is a God of order? He commandeth vs to liue in a Calling: And how can such disorderly ones hope to find approueance in the sighed of our God, who is a God of order? He commands us to live in a Calling: cc q-crq vmb d j pi2 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vbz dt np1 pp-f n1? pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg: (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 409
4694 and woe to vs, if we neglect it. But say there where no such expresse Command for it: and woe to us, if we neglect it. But say there where no such express Command for it: cc n1 p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vvb pn31. p-acp vvi a-acp c-crq dx d j vvb p-acp pn31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 409
4695 the very distribution of Gods gifts were enough to lay vpon vs this necessity. Where God bestoweth, he bindeth : the very distribution of God's Gifts were enough to lay upon us this necessity. Where God bestoweth, he binds: dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n2 vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 d n1. c-crq np1 vvz, pns31 vvz: (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 409
4696 and to whom any thing is giuen, of him something shall be required. The inference is stronger, than most are aware of; and to whom any thing is given, of him something shall be required. The Inference is Stronger, than most Are aware of; cc p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz vvn, pp-f pno31 pi vmb vbi vvn. dt n1 vbz jc, cs av-ds vbr j pp-f; (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 409
4697 from the Ability to the Duty, from the Gift to the Worke, from the Fitting to the Calling. Obserue how this Apostle knitteth them together at the 17. verse, [ As God hath distributed to euery man, from the Ability to the Duty, from the Gift to the Work, from the Fitting to the Calling. Observe how this Apostle knits them together At the 17. verse, [ As God hath distributed to every man, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt vvb, p-acp dt vvg p-acp dt vvg. vvb c-crq d n1 vvz pno32 av p-acp dt crd n1, [ p-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 409
4698 as the Lord hath called eueryone, so let him walke. ] God hath distributed to euery man some proper gift, or other: as the Lord hath called everyone, so let him walk. ] God hath distributed to every man Some proper gift, or other: c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pi, av vvb pno31 vvi. ] uh-np vhz vvn p-acp d n1 d j n1, cc n-jn: (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 409
4699 and therefore euery man must glorifie God in some peculiar Calling, or other. And in Eph. 4. hauing alleaged that of the Psalme, He gaue gifts vnto men ; and Therefore every man must Glorify God in Some peculiar Calling, or other. And in Ephesians 4. having alleged that of the Psalm, He gave Gifts unto men; cc av d n1 vmb vvi np1 p-acp d j vvg, cc n-jn. cc p-acp np1 crd vhg vvn d pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvd n2 p-acp n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 410
4700 immediately he inferreth, He gaue some Apostles, some Prophets &c. as giuing vs to vnderstand, that for no other end God did bestow vpon some Apostolicall, vpon others Propheticall, vpon others gifts in other kinds, immediately he infers, He gave Some Apostles, Some prophets etc. as giving us to understand, that for no other end God did bestow upon Some Apostolical, upon Others Prophetical, upon Others Gifts in other Kinds, av-j pns31 vvz, pns31 vvd d n2, d n2 av p-acp vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp dx j-jn n1 np1 vdd vvi p-acp d j, p-acp n2-jn j, p-acp n2-jn n2 p-acp j-jn n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 410
4701 but that men should imploy them some in the Apostolicall, some in the Propheticall, some in Offices and Callings of other kinds. but that men should employ them Some in the Apostolical, Some in the Prophetical, Some in Offices and Callings of other Kinds. cc-acp d n2 vmd vvi pno32 d p-acp dt j, d p-acp dt j, d p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 410
4702 And if we confesse, that Nature doth not, wee may not thinke the God of Nature doth bestow abilities, whereof hee intendeth not vse : And if we confess, that Nature does not, we may not think the God of Nature does bestow abilities, whereof he intends not use: cc cs pns12 vvb, cst n1 vdz xx, pns12 vmb xx vvi dt np1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi n2, c-crq pns31 vvz xx vvi: (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 410
4703 for that were to bestow them in vaine. Sith then he bestoweth gifts and graces vpon euery man some or other, and none in vaine ; for that were to bestow them in vain. Sith then he bestoweth Gifts and graces upon every man Some or other, and none in vain; c-acp d vbdr pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j. a-acp av pns31 vvz n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1 d cc n-jn, cc pix p-acp j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 410
4704 let euery man take heed that he receiue them not in vaine : let every man take heed that he receive them not in vain: vvb d n1 vvb n1 cst pns31 vvi pno32 xx p-acp j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 410
4705 let euery man beware of napkining vp the talent, which was deliuered him to trade withall: let every man beware of napkining up the talon, which was Delivered him to trade withal: vvb d n1 vvb pp-f vvg a-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds vvn pno31 p-acp vvb av: (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 410
4706 Let all, as euery one hath receiued the gift, euen so minister the same one to another, Let all, as every one hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to Another, vvb d, p-acp d pi vhz vvn dt n1, av av vvi dt d pi p-acp n-jn, (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 410
4707 as good stewards of the manifold graces of God. The manifestation of the spirit being giuen to euery man to profit withall ; as good Stewards of the manifold graces of God. The manifestation of the Spirit being given to every man to profit withal; c-acp j n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi av; (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 410
4708 he that liueth vnprofitably with it, and without a Calling, abuseth the intent of the giuer, he that lives unprofitably with it, and without a Calling, abuseth the intent of the giver, pns31 cst vvz av-j p-acp pn31, cc p-acp dt vvg, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 410
4709 and must answer for his abuse. Secondly, the Necessity of a Calling is great, in regard of a mans selfe : and must answer for his abuse. Secondly, the Necessity of a Calling is great, in regard of a men self: cc vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1. ord, dt n1 pp-f dt vvg vbz j, p-acp n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 410
4710 and that more wayes than one. and that more ways than one. cc cst av-dc n2 cs crd. (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 410
4711 For man being by nature actiue, so as he cannot be long, but he must be doing: For man being by nature active, so as he cannot be long, but he must be doing: p-acp n1 vbg p-acp n1 j, av c-acp pns31 vmbx vbi j, cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi vdg: (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 410
4712 hee that hath no honest vocation to busie himselfe in, that hath nothing of his owne to doe, must needs from doing nothing proceede to doing naught. That saying of Cato was subscribed by the wiser Heathens as an Oracle, Nihil agendo male agere disces. he that hath no honest vocation to busy himself in, that hath nothing of his own to do, must needs from doing nothing proceed to doing nought. That saying of Cato was subscribed by the Wiser heathens as an Oracle, Nihil Agendo male agere disces. pns31 cst vhz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp, cst vhz pix pp-f po31 d pc-acp vdi, vmb av p-acp vdg pix vvi p-acp vdg pix. cst vvg pp-f np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt jc n2-jn p-acp dt n1, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 411
4713 Idlenesse teacheth much euill, saith the wise son of Syrac: nay all kind of euil, as some copies haue it. Idleness Teaches much evil, Says the wise son of Syracuse: nay all kind of evil, as Some copies have it. n1 vvz d n-jn, vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1: uh-x d n1 pp-f j-jn, p-acp d n2 vhb pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 411
4714 It hath an eare open to euery extrauagant motion; it giueth entertainment to a thousand sinfull fancies; It hath an ear open to every extravagant motion; it gives entertainment to a thousand sinful fancies; pn31 vhz dt n1 vvb p-acp d j n1; pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt crd j n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 411
4715 it exposeth the soule to all the assaults of her Ghostly enemies: & whereas the Deuills grea•est businesse is, to tempt othermen; it exposeth the soul to all the assaults of her Ghostly enemies: & whereas the Devils grea•est business is, to tempt othermen; pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 j n2: cc cs dt n2 js n1 vbz, p-acp vvb n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 411
4716 the idle mans only businesse is to tempt the Deuil. Experience of all histories & times sheweth vs, what aduantages the Deuil hath won vpon Godly and industrious men otherwise, (as vpon Dauid in the matter of Vriah, & many others) only by watching the opportunity of their idle houres, the idle men only business is to tempt the devil. Experience of all histories & times shows us, what advantages the devil hath wone upon Godly and Industria men otherwise, (as upon David in the matter of Uriah, & many Others) only by watching the opportunity of their idle hours, dt j ng1 av-j n1 vbz p-acp vvb dt n1. n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2 vvz pno12, r-crq n2 dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp j cc j n2 av, (c-acp p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d n2-jn) av-j p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 411
4717 & plying them with suggestions of noysome lusts, at such times, as they had giuen themselues but some little intermission more than ordinary, from their ordinary employments. & plying them with suggestions of noisome Lustiest, At such times, as they had given themselves but Some little intermission more than ordinary, from their ordinary employments. cc vvg pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f j n2, p-acp d n2, c-acp pns32 vhd vvn px32 p-acp d j n1 av-dc cs j, p-acp po32 j n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 411
4718 How wil he not then lead captiue at his pleasure those, whose whole liues are nothing else but a long Vacation, & their whole care nothing but to make vp a number, & to wast the good creatures of God? There is no readier sanctuary for thee then, good Christian, How will he not then led captive At his pleasure those, whose Whole lives Are nothing Else but a long Vacation, & their Whole care nothing but to make up a number, & to wast the good creatures of God? There is no Readier sanctuary for thee then, good Christian, q-crq vmb pns31 xx av vvb j-jn p-acp po31 n1 d, rg-crq j-jn n2 vbr pix av cc-acp dt j n1, cc po32 j-jn n1 pix p-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, cc p-acp vvb dt j n2 pp-f np1? pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 p-acp pno21 av, j np1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 411
4719 when the Deuill pursueth thee, than to betake thy selfe at once to prayer, and to the workes of thy Calling: when the devil pursueth thee, than to betake thy self At once to prayer, and to the works of thy Calling: c-crq dt n1 vvz pno21, cs pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp a-acp p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt vvz pp-f po21 vvg: (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 411
4720 fly thither, and thou art safe, as in a Castle. Non licet is a very good, fly thither, and thou art safe, as in a Castle. Non licet is a very good, vvb av, cc pns21 vb2r j, c-acp p-acp dt n1. np1 fw-la vbz dt av j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 411
4721 and proper, and direct answer, when the Deuill would tempt thee to sinne; it is euill, and I may not doe it: and proper, and Direct answer, when the devil would tempt thee to sin; it is evil, and I may not do it: cc j, cc j n1, c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi pno21 p-acp n1; pn31 vbz j-jn, cc pns11 vmb xx vdb pn31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 411
4722 but yet Non vacat is the stronger answer and surer; I am busie, and I cannot doe it. but yet Non vacat is the Stronger answer and Surer; I am busy, and I cannot do it. cc-acp av fw-fr fw-la vbz dt jc n1 cc jc; pns11 vbm j, cc pns11 vmbx vdb pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 411
4723 That giueth him scope to reply ; and it is not safe to hold argument with the Deuill vpon any termes: That gives him scope to reply; and it is not safe to hold argument with the devil upon any terms: cst vvz pno31 n1 p-acp vvb; cc pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 411
4724 he is a cunning Sophister, and thou maist be circumuented by a subtilty before thou art aware. he is a cunning Sophister, and thou Mayest be circumvented by a subtlety before thou art aware. pns31 vbz dt j-jn n1, cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns21 vb2r j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 412
4725 But this stubborne and blunt answer cutteth off all reply; and dishearteneth the Tempter for that time. But this stubborn and blunt answer cutteth off all reply; and dishearteneth the Tempter for that time. p-acp d j cc j n1 vvz a-acp d n1; cc vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 412
4726 It was S. Hieromes aduice to his friend; Semper boni aliquid operis facito, vt Diabolus te semper inueneat occupatum: It was S. Jerome's Advice to his friend; Semper boni Aliquid operis facito, vt Diabolus te semper inueneat occupatum: pn31 vbds np1 npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1; fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 412
4727 Be alwayes doing something, that the Deuill may neuer find thee at leysure. Be always doing something, that the devil may never find thee At leisure. vbb av vdg pi, cst dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pno21 p-acp n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 412
4728 There is no crosse, no holy-water, no Exorcisme so powerfull to driue away, and to conjure downe the Fiend; There is no cross, no Holy water, no Exorcise so powerful to driven away, and to conjure down the Fiend; pc-acp vbz dx vvi, dx n1, dx n1 av j p-acp vvb av, cc p-acp vvb a-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 412
4729 as employment is, and faithfull labour in some honest Calling. Thirdly, Life must be preserued, Families maintained, the poore relieued: as employment is, and faithful labour in Some honest Calling. Thirdly, Life must be preserved, Families maintained, the poor relieved: c-acp n1 vbz, cc j n1 p-acp d j vvg. ord, n1 vmb vbi vvn, n2 vvn, dt j vvn: (16) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 412
4730 this connot bee done without Bread, for that is the staffe of life : and Bread cannot be gotten, or not honestly, but in a Lawfull vocation or Calling. this connote be done without Bred, for that is the staff of life: and Bred cannot be got, or not honestly, but in a Lawful vocation or Calling. d vmbx vbi vdn p-acp n1, p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: cc n1 vmbx vbi vvn, cc xx av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 412
4731 Which who euer neglecteth, is in very deede no better, than a very theife : the Bread hee eateth he cannot call his owne. Which who ever neglecteth, is in very deed no better, than a very thief: the Bred he Eateth he cannot call his own. r-crq q-crq av vvz, vbz p-acp j n1 av-dx av-jc, cs dt j n1: dt n1 pns31 vvz pns31 vmbx vvi po31 d. (16) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 412
4732 We heare, saith S. Paul writing to the Thessalonians, that there are some among you that walke inordinately, We hear, Says S. Paul writing to the Thessalonians, that there Are Some among you that walk inordinately, pns12 vvb, vvz n1 np1 vvg p-acp dt njp2, cst a-acp vbr d p-acp pn22 cst vvb av-j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 412
4733 and worke not at all, but are busie bodies: and work not At all, but Are busy bodies: cc vvb xx p-acp d, cc-acp vbr j n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 412
4734 Them therefore that are such, wee command and exhort by our Lord Iesus Christ, that they worke with quietnesse, and eate their owne bread. Them Therefore that Are such, we command and exhort by our Lord Iesus christ, that they work with quietness, and eat their own bred. pno32 av d vbr d, pns12 vvb cc vvi p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1, cst pns32 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi po32 d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 412
4735 As if it were not their owne bread, if not gotten with the worke of their owne hands, and in the sweate of their owne faces. And againe writing to the Ephesians, Let him, that stole, steale no more: As if it were not their own bred, if not got with the work of their own hands, and in the sweat of their own faces. And again writing to the Ephesians, Let him, that stole, steal no more: c-acp cs pn31 vbdr xx po32 d n1, cs xx vvn p-acp dt vvb pp-f po32 d n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2. cc av vvg p-acp dt njp2, vvb pno31, cst vvd, vvi dx av-dc: (16) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 412
4736 but rather let him labour &c. If he will not steale, he must labour; and if he doe not labour, hee doth steale: but rather let him labour etc. If he will not steal, he must labour; and if he do not labour, he does steal: cc-acp av-c vvb pno31 n1 av cs pns31 vmb xx vvi, pns31 vmb vvi; cc cs pns31 vdb xx vvi, pns31 vdz vvi: (16) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 412
4737 steale from himselfe, steale from his Family, steale from the Poore. steal from himself, steal from his Family, steal from the Poor. n1 p-acp px31, vvi p-acp po31 n1, vvi p-acp dt j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 413
4738 He stealeth from himself, & so is a kind of Pelo de se. Spend he must: He steals from himself, & so is a kind of Pelo de se. Spend he must: pns31 vvz p-acp px31, cc av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 fw-fr fw-la. vvb pns31 vmb: (16) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 413
4739 and if there be no gettings to repaire what is spent, the stocke wil shrinke and wast, and if there be no gettings to repair what is spent, the stock will shrink and wast, cc cs pc-acp vbb dx n2-vvg pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz vvn, dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi, (16) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 413
4740 and beggary will be the end. and beggary will be the end. cc n1 vmb vbi dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 413
4741 God hath ordained Labour as the Proper meanes whereby to obtaine the good things of this life: God hath ordained Labour as the Proper means whereby to obtain the good things of this life: np1 vhz vvn vvi p-acp dt j vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f d n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 413
4742 without which, as there is no promise, so ordinarily there is no performance of those blessings of Plenty and Sufficiency. God hath a bountifull hand ; without which, as there is no promise, so ordinarily there is no performance of those blessings of Plenty and Sufficiency. God hath a bountiful hand; p-acp r-crq, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx vvi, av av-j a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. np1 vhz dt j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 413
4743 he openeth it, and filleth all things liuing with plenteousnesse : but vnlesse we haue a diligent hand, wherewith to receiue it, we may starue. he Openeth it, and fills all things living with plenteousness: but unless we have a diligent hand, wherewith to receive it, we may starve. pns31 vvz pn31, cc vvz d n2 vvg p-acp n1: cc-acp cs pns12 vhb dt j n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31, pns12 vmb vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 413
4744 No mill, we say, no meale. And he that by the sloath of his hands disfurnisheth himselfe of the meanes of getting, he is as neere of kin to a waster as may be; (they may call Brothers: ) and it is but just, No mill, we say, no meal. And he that by the sloth of his hands disfurnisheth himself of the means of getting, he is as near of kin to a waster as may be; (they may call Brother's:) and it is but just, dx n1, pns12 vvb, dx n1. cc pns31 cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vvz px31 pp-f dt n2 pp-f vvg, pns31 vbz a-acp j pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp vmb vbi; (pns32 vmb vvi n2:) cc pn31 vbz p-acp j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 413
4745 if Gods curse light vpon him, and that he hath, and bring him to want, it to nothing. if God's curse Light upon him, and that he hath, and bring him to want, it to nothing. cs n2 vvb n1 p-acp pno31, cc cst pns31 vhz, cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi, pn31 p-acp pix. (16) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 413
4746 He stealeth also from his Family, which should eate the fruite of his labours. The painefull housewife ; He steals also from his Family, which should eat the fruit of his labours. The painful housewife; pns31 vvz av p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. dt j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 413
4747 see, in what a happy case her husband is, and her children, and her seruants, and all that belong to her. see, in what a happy case her husband is, and her children, and her Servants, and all that belong to her. vvb, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 po31 n1 vbz, cc po31 n2, cc po31 n2, cc d cst vvb p-acp pno31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 413
4748 They are not affraid of hunger, or cold, or any such thing: They Are not afraid of hunger, or cold, or any such thing: pns32 vbr xx j pp-f n1, cc j-jn, cc d d n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 413
4749 they are well fed, and well clad, and carefully looked vnto. Her husband praiseth her, and her seruants: and her children, when they haue kneeled downe, they Are well fed, and well clad, and carefully looked unto. Her husband Praiseth her, and her Servants: and her children, when they have kneeled down, pns32 vbr av vvd, cc av vvn, cc av-j vvn p-acp. po31 n1 vvz pno31, cc po31 n2: cc po31 n2, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn a-acp, (16) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 413
4750 and asked her blessing, arise vp, and call her blessed. and asked her blessing, arise up, and call her blessed. cc vvd po31 n1, vvb a-acp, cc vvi po31 j-vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 413
4751 Prou. 31. But the idle man, that for want of a course to liue in, empouerisheth himselfe, Prou. 31. But the idle man, that for want of a course to live in, empoverisheth himself, np1 crd p-acp dt j n1, cst p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvz px31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 413
4752 and his family, whom hee is bound to maintaine; and his family, whom he is bound to maintain; cc po31 n1, ro-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 414
4753 is a burden to his friends, an eye-sore to his kindred, the shame of his name, the ruine of his house, and the bane of his posteritie. He bequeatheth misery to his off-spring instead of plenty: is a burden to his Friends, an eyesore to his kindred, the shame of his name, the ruin of his house, and the bane of his posterity. He bequeatheth misery to his offspring instead of plenty: vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1 av pp-f n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 414
4754 they that should fare the better for him, are vndone by him: they that should fare the better for him, Are undone by him: pns32 cst vmd vvi dt jc p-acp pno31, vbr vvn p-acp pno31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 414
4755 and he that should giue his children Gods blessing and his, pulleth vpon himselfe Gods curse and theirs. If any prouide not for his owne, and he that should give his children God's blessing and his, pulls upon himself God's curse and theirs. If any provide not for his own, cc pns31 cst vmd vvi po31 n2 npg1 n1 cc po31, vvz p-acp px31 n2 vvb cc png32. cs d vvb xx p-acp po31 d, (16) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 414
4756 and specially for those of his owne house, hee hath denied the faith, and is in that respect euen worse than an Infidel. 1. Tim. 5.8. The very Infidels take themselues bound to this care: and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is in that respect even Worse than an Infidel. 1. Tim. 5.8. The very Infidels take themselves bound to this care: cc av-j p-acp d pp-f po31 d n1, pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, cc vbz p-acp d n1 av-j av-jc cs dt n1. crd np1 crd. dt j n2 vvb px32 vvn p-acp d n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 414
4757 Let not him that professeth the faith of Christ, by his supine carelesenesse this way, justifie the Infidel, and deny the Faith. Let not him that Professes the faith of christ, by his supine carelessness this Way, justify the Infidel, and deny the Faith. vvb xx pno31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1 n1 d n1, vvb dt n1, cc vvi dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 414
4758 He stealeth also, (which is the basest theft of all) from the poore : He steals also, (which is the Basest theft of all) from the poor: pns31 vvz av, (r-crq vbz dt js n1 pp-f d) p-acp dt j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 414
4759 in robbing them of that reliefe, which he should minister vnto them out of his honest gettings; in robbing them of that relief, which he should minister unto them out of his honest gettings; p-acp vvg pno32 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 av pp-f po31 j n2-vvg; (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 414
4760 the ouerplus wherof is their proper reuenew. the overplus whereof is their proper revenue. dt n1 c-crq vbz po32 j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 414
4761 The good houswife, of whom we heard something already out of the 31. of the Prouerbs, seeketh wooll and flaxe, layeth her hands to the spindle, The good housewife, of whom we herd something already out of the 31. of the Proverbs, seeks wool and flax, Layeth her hands to the spindle, dt j n1, pp-f ro-crq pns12 vvd pi av av pp-f dt crd pp-f dt n2, vvz n1 cc n1, vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 414
4762 and her hands hold the distaffe. and her hands hold the distaff. cc po31 n2 vvb dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 414
4763 But cui bono, and to what end, and for whose sake, all this? Not only for her self, to make her couerings of tapestry, t•ough that also, But cui Bono, and to what end, and for whose sake, all this? Not only for her self, to make her coverings of tapestry, t•ough that also, p-acp fw-la fw-la, cc p-acp r-crq n1, cc p-acp rg-crq n1, d d? xx av-j p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2-vvg pp-f n1, av-d cst av, (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 414
4764 nor yet only for his houshold to cloath them in Scarlet, though that also: nor yet only for his household to cloth them in Scarlet, though that also: ccx av av-j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp j-jn, cs cst av: (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 414
4765 but withall that she might haue somewhat in her hands to reach out to the poore and needy ; but withal that she might have somewhat in her hands to reach out to the poor and needy; cc-acp av cst pns31 vmd vhi av p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt j cc j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 414
4766 like another Dorcas, to make coates and garments for them, that their loynes might blesse her: like Another Dorcas, to make coats and garments for them, that their loins might bless her: av-j j-jn np1, pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32, cst po32 n2 vmd vvi pno31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 414
4767 so euery man should be painfull and carefull, to get some of the things of this earth by his faithfull labour; so every man should be painful and careful, to get Some of the things of this earth by his faithful labour; av d n1 vmd vbi j cc j, pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp po31 j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 414
4768 not as a foolish worldling, to make a Mammon of it; but as a wise Steward, to make him friends with it. not as a foolish worldling, to make a Mammon of it; but as a wise Steward, to make him Friends with it. xx p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvb dt np1 pp-f pn31; cc-acp c-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvb pno31 n2 p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 415
4769 So distributing it to the necessities of the poore Saints, that it may redound also vpon the by to his owne aduantage: So distributing it to the necessities of the poor Saints, that it may redound also upon the by to his own advantage: av vvg pn31 p-acp dt ng1 pp-f dt j n2, cst pn31 vmb vvi av p-acp dt a-acp p-acp po31 d n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 415
4770 whilest sowing to them temporall things, the comfort of his Almes, he reapeth in recompence of it their spirituall things, the benefit of their Prayers. S. Paul exhorteth the Ephesians by word of mouth, (and it was the very close of his solemne farewell, whilst sowing to them temporal things, the Comfort of his Alms, he reapeth in recompense of it their spiritual things, the benefit of their Prayers. S. Paul exhorteth the Ephesians by word of Mouth, (and it was the very close of his solemn farewell, cs vvg p-acp pno32 j n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f pn31 po32 j n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. np1 np1 vvz dt njp2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (cc pn31 vbds dt j j pp-f po31 j n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 415
4771 when hee tooke his last leaue of them, and should see their face no more;) that by their labour they ought to support the weake, when he took his last leave of them, and should see their face no more;) that by their labour they ought to support the weak, c-crq pns31 vvd po31 ord n1 pp-f pno32, cc vmd vvi po32 n1 av-dx av-dc;) cst p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi dt j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 415
4772 and minister to the necessities of others; and minister to the necessities of Others; cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 415
4773 remembring the words of the Lord Iesus, how hee sayd, It is more blessed to giue than to receiue. remembering the words of the Lord Iesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive. vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vvd, pn31 vbz av-dc vvn pc-acp vvi cs pc-acp vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 415
4774 And after his departure, he thought it needefull for him to put them in mind of the same duty once againe by letter; And After his departure, he Thought it needful for him to put them in mind of the same duty once again by Letter; cc p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd pn31 j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f dt d n1 a-acp av p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 415
4775 Let him that stole, steale no more, but rather let him labour working with his hands the thing, that is good, that he may haue to giue to him that needeth. Let him that stole, steal no more, but rather let him labour working with his hands the thing, that is good, that he may have to give to him that needs. vvb pno31 cst vvd, vvi dx av-dc, cc-acp av-c vvb pno31 n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2 dt n1, cst vbz j, cst pns31 vmb vhi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cst vvz. (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 415
4776 Lay all this, that I haue now last said, together; Lay all this, that I have now last said, together; vvd d d, cst pns11 vhb av ord vvd, av; (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 415
4777 and say if you know a verier thiefe than the Idle person? that stealeth from himself, and so is a foolish thiefe ; and say if you know a verier thief than the Idle person? that steals from himself, and so is a foolish thief; cc vvb cs pn22 vvb dt jc n1 cs dt j n1? cst vvz p-acp px31, cc av vbz dt j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 415
4778 stealeth from his family and friends, and so is an vnnaturall thiefe ; stealeth from the poore, and so is a base thiefe. Fourthly, and lastly: steals from his family and Friends, and so is an unnatural thief; steals from the poor, and so is a base thief. Fourthly, and lastly: vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n2, cc av vbz dt j n1; vvz p-acp dt j, cc av vbz dt j n1. ord, cc ord: (16) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 415
4779 a Calling is necessary in regard of the Publike. God hath made vs sociable creatures ; contriued vs into pollicies, and societies and common-wealths; a Calling is necessary in regard of the Public. God hath made us sociable creatures; contrived us into policies, and societies and commonwealths; dt vvg vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f dt j. np1 vhz vvn pno12 j n2; vvn pno12 p-acp n2, cc n2 cc n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 415
4780 made vs fellow members of one body, and euery one anothers members. As therefore wee are not borne, so neither must we liue, to and for our selues alone: made us fellow members of one body, and every one another's members. As Therefore we Are not born, so neither must we live, to and for our selves alone: vvn pno12 n1 n2 pp-f crd n1, cc d crd j-jn n2. c-acp av pns12 vbr xx vvn, av dx vmb pns12 vvi, p-acp cc p-acp po12 n2 av-j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 416
4781 but our parents, and friends, and acquaintance, nay euery man of vs hath a kind of right and interest in euery other man of vs; but our Parents, and Friends, and acquaintance, nay every man of us hath a kind of right and Interest in every other man of us; cc-acp po12 n2, cc n2, cc n1, uh d n1 pp-f pno12 vhz dt n1 pp-f n-jn cc n1 p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f pno12; (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 416
4782 and our Countrey and the Common-wealth in vs all. and our Country and the Commonwealth in us all. cc po12 n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno12 d. (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 416
4783 And as in the artificiall body of a Clocke, one wheele moueth another, and each part giueth and receiueth helpe to and from other; And as in the artificial body of a Clock, one wheel moves Another, and each part gives and receiveth help to and from other; cc c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, crd n1 vvz j-jn, cc d n1 vvz cc vvz n1 p-acp cc p-acp j-jn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 416
4784 and as in the naturall body of a Man, consisting of many members, all the members haue not the same office, (for that would make a confusion,) yet there is no member in the body so meane or small, and as in the natural body of a Man, consisting of many members, all the members have not the same office, (for that would make a confusion,) yet there is no member in the body so mean or small, cc c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg pp-f d n2, d dt n2 vhb xx dt d n1, (p-acp cst vmd vvi dt n1,) av pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 av j cc j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 416
4785 but hath its proper faculty, function and vse, whereby it becommeth vsefull to the whole body, but hath its proper faculty, function and use, whereby it becomes useful to the Whole body, cc-acp vhz po31 j n1, n1 cc n1, c-crq pn31 vvz j p-acp dt j-jn n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 416
4786 and helpefull to its fellow-members in the body: and helpful to its Fellow members in the body: cc j p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 416
4787 so should it be in the Ciuill body of the State, and in the Mysticall body of the Church. Euery man should conferre aliquid in publicum, put-to his helping hand to aduance the common good, employ himselfe some way or other, in such sort, so should it be in the Civil body of the State, and in the Mystical body of the Church. Every man should confer Aliquid in publicum, put-to his helping hand to advance the Common good, employ himself Some Way or other, in such sort, av vmd pn31 vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. d n1 vmd vvi j p-acp fw-la, j po31 j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi dt j j, vvb px31 d n1 cc n-jn, p-acp d n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 416
4788 as hee may be seruiceable to the whole body, and profitable to his fellow-members in the body. as he may be serviceable to the Whole body, and profitable to his Fellow members in the body. c-acp pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc j p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 416
4789 For which reason, the ancient renowned Common-wealths were so carefull to ordaine, that no man should liue but in some profession; For which reason, the ancient renowned Commonwealths were so careful to ordain, that no man should live but in Some profession; p-acp r-crq n1, dt j j-vvn n2 vbdr av j pc-acp vvi, cst dx n1 vmd vvi cc-acp p-acp d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 416
4790 and to take district examination who did otherwise; and to take district examination who did otherwise; cc pc-acp vvi j n1 r-crq vdd av; (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 416
4791 and to punish them, some with fasting, some with infamy, some with banishment, yea and some with death. The care of the Indians, Egyptians, Athenians, and others herein; Historians relate, and I omit. and to Punish them, Some with fasting, Some with infamy, Some with banishment, yea and Some with death. The care of the Indians, egyptians, Athenians, and Others herein; Historians relate, and I omit. cc pc-acp vvi pno32, d p-acp vvg, d p-acp n1, d p-acp n1, uh cc d p-acp n1. dt n1 pp-f dt np1, np1, njp2, cc n2-jn av; np1 vvi, cc pns11 vvb. (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 416
4792 It were to be wished that Christian Common-wealths would take some greater care, if but from their example, to rid themselues of such vnnecessary burdens, It were to be wished that Christian Commonwealths would take Some greater care, if but from their Exampl, to rid themselves of such unnecessary burdens, pn31 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn d njp n2 vmd vvi d jc vvi, cs cc-acp p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi px32 pp-f d j n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 417
4793 as are good for nothing but to deuoure the fruites of the land; as Are good for nothing but to devour the fruits of the land; c-acp vbr j p-acp pix cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 417
4794 and either force these droanes to take paynes for their liuing, or else thrust them out of the hiues for their Idlenesse. and either force these drones to take pains for their living, or Else thrust them out of the hives for their Idleness. cc d n1 d n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n-vvg, cc av vvd pno32 av pp-f dt n2 p-acp po32 n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 417
4795 Which course if it were taken; Which course if it were taken; r-crq n1 cs pn31 vbdr vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 417
4796 what would become of many thousands in the world, quibus anima pro sale, who like Swine liue in such sensuall and vnprofitable sort, what would become of many thousands in the world, quibus anima Pro sale, who like Swine live in such sensual and unprofitable sort, r-crq vmd vvi pp-f d crd p-acp dt n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, r-crq av-j n1 vvb p-acp d j cc j-u n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 417
4797 as we might well doubt whether they had any liuing soules in their bodies at all or no, were it not barely for this one argument, that their bodies are a degree sweeter than carrion? I meane all such, of what ranke and condition soeuer they be, as we might well doubt whither they had any living Souls in their bodies At all or no, were it not barely for this one argument, that their bodies Are a degree Sweeten than carrion? I mean all such, of what rank and condition soever they be, c-acp pns12 vmd av vvi cs pns32 vhd d j-vvg n2 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d cc uh-dx, vbdr pn31 xx av-j p-acp d crd n1, cst po32 n2 vbr dt n1 jc cs n1? pns11 vvb d d, pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 av pns32 vbb, (16) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 417
4798 as for want of a Calling mispend their precious time, bury their masters talent, waste Gods good creatures, and weare away themselues in idlenesse, without doing good to themselues, to their friends, to humane society. Infinite is the number of such vnprofitable burdens of the earth : as for want of a Calling misspend their precious time, bury their Masters talon, waste God's good creatures, and wear away themselves in idleness, without doing good to themselves, to their Friends, to humane society. Infinite is the number of such unprofitable burdens of the earth: c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt vvg vvi po32 j n1, vvb po32 n2 n1, vvb n2 j n2, cc vvb av px32 p-acp n1, p-acp vdg j p-acp px32, p-acp po32 n2, p-acp j n1. j vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 417
4799 but there are amongst other, three sorts of them especially, whereof the world ringeth, and such as a man that hath to speake of this argument can scare balke without some guilt of vnfaithfulnesse. but there Are among other, three sorts of them especially, whereof the world ring, and such as a man that hath to speak of this argument can scare balk without Some guilt of unfaithfulness. cc-acp pc-acp vbr p-acp n-jn, crd n2 pp-f pno32 av-j, c-crq dt n1 n1, cc d c-acp dt n1 cst vhz pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 417
4800 It is no matter how you ranke them, for there is neuer a better of the three. It is no matter how you rank them, for there is never a better of the three. pn31 vbz dx n1 c-crq pn22 n1 pno32, c-acp pc-acp vbz av-x dt jc pp-f dt crd. (16) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 417
4801 And therefore take them hand ouer head as they come: they are Monkes, Gallants, and Roagues. And Therefore take them hand over head as they come: they Are Monks, Gallants, and Rogues. cc av vvb pno32 n1 p-acp n1 c-acp pns32 vvb: pns32 vbr n2, n2-jn, cc n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 417
4802 First, those NONLATINALPHABET, Euill beasts, slow bellyes ; First, those, Evil beasts, slow bellies; ord, d, j-jn n2, j n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 417
4803 stall-fed Monkes and priers who 〈 ◊ 〉 m•ed vp in their Cell: and Cloystere, like Beares in a fr•n•e, pining themselue: stall-fed Monks and priers ▪ who 〈 ◊ 〉 m•ed up in their Cell: and Cloystere, like Bears in a fr•n•e, pining themselves: j-vvn n2 cc zz ▪ r-crq 〈 sy 〉 n-vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n1: cc j, av-j vvz p-acp dt vvb, vvg px32: (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 418
4804 into La•d, and beating downe their bodies till their girdles crack•. I quarrell not the first institution and Originall of these kind of men: into La•d, and beating down their bodies till their girdles crack•. I quarrel not the First Institution and Original of these kind of men: p-acp vvn, cc vvg a-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 ng1 n1. pns11 n1 xx dt ord n1 cc j-jn pp-f d n1 pp-f n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 418
4805 which was then e•cusably good, the condition of those 〈 ◊ 〉 considered; which was then e•cusably good, the condition of those 〈 ◊ 〉 considered; r-crq vbds av av-j j, dt n1 pp-f d 〈 sy 〉 vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 418
4806 and might yet bee tolerably followed euen in these times, if those grosse superstition: and foule abuses which in processe of time haue adhered, and might yet be tolerably followed even in these times, if those gross Superstition: and foul Abuses which in process of time have adhered, cc vmd av vbi av-j vvd av-j p-acp d n2, cs d j n1: cc j vvz r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vhb vvn, (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 418
4807 and are by long and vniuersall custome growne almost essentiall thereunto, could be fairely remoued. But Monkery was not then that thing, which it is now. and Are by long and universal custom grown almost essential thereunto, could be fairly removed. But Monkery was not then that thing, which it is now. cc vbr p-acp j cc j n1 vvn av j av, vmd vbi av-j vvn. p-acp n1 vbds xx av d n1, r-crq pn31 vbz av. (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 418
4808 There was not then that opinion of sanctity and perfection, in the choyse ; that imposition of vnl•wfull, vnnaturall, and to some men impossible vowes, in the Entrance ; There was not then that opinion of sanctity and perfection, in the choice; that imposition of vnl•wfull, unnatural, and to Some men impossible vows, in the Entrance; pc-acp vbds xx av d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1; d n1 pp-f j, j-u, cc p-acp d n2 j n2, p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 418
4809 that clogge of ridiculous habits and ceremonies and regular irregular obseruances, in the vse ; that heauie not of Apostacy vpon such as altered their course, in the loose : all which now there are. that clog of ridiculous habits and ceremonies and regular irregular observances, in the use; that heavy not of Apostasy upon such as altered their course, in the lose: all which now there Are. d n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2 cc j j n2, p-acp dt vvb; cst j xx pp-f n1 p-acp d c-acp vvd po32 n1, p-acp dt j: d r-crq av a-acp vbr. (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 418
4810 Those by their fastings, and watchings, and deuotions, and charity, and learning, and industrie, and temporance, and vnaffected austeritie, and strictnesse of life, wonne from many of the ancient Fathers (as appeareth in their writings) ample and large testimonies of their vertue and pietie. And that most deseruedly: Those by their Fastings, and watchings, and devotions, and charity, and learning, and industry, and temporance, and unaffected austerity, and strictness of life, won from many of the ancient Father's (as appears in their writings) ample and large testimonies of their virtue and piety. And that most deservedly: d p-acp po32 n2-vvg, cc n2-vvg, cc n2, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp d pp-f dt j ng1 (c-acp vvz p-acp po32 n2) j cc j n2 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1. cc cst av-ds av-vvn: (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 418
4811 although their willingnesse, (out of a zealous desire to excite others to the imitation of their vertues,) to set forth their praises in the highest Panegyrick straines, they could, drew from their pens now and then such hyperbolicall •xcesses in ma•s loq•ena•, as ga•• occasion to those 〈 ◊ 〉 in after ages, which they then neuer dreamed of. although their willingness, (out of a zealous desire to excite Others to the imitation of their Virtues,) to Set forth their praises in the highest Panegyric strains, they could, drew from their pens now and then such hyperbolical •xcesses in ma•s loq•ena•, as ga•• occasion to those 〈 ◊ 〉 in After ages, which they then never dreamed of. cs po32 n1, (av pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2,) pc-acp vvi av po32 n2 p-acp dt js n1 n2, pns32 vmd, vvd p-acp po32 n2 av cc av d j n2 p-acp ng1 n1, p-acp n1 n1 p-acp d 〈 sy 〉 p-acp c-acp n2, r-crq pns32 av av vvn pp-f. (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 419
4812 〈 … 〉 those Man•e• of old• so good, so god•y. 〈 … 〉 those Man•e• of old• so good, so god•y. 〈 … 〉 d np1 pp-f n1 av j, av av-j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 419
4813 Whereas these of 〈 … 〉, by their affected 〈 ◊ 〉 habits, and gestures, and rule• ; Whereas these of 〈 … 〉, by their affected 〈 ◊ 〉 habits, and gestures, and rule•; cs d pp-f 〈 … 〉, p-acp po32 j-vvn 〈 sy 〉 n2, cc n2, cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 419
4814 by ••eir grosse and dull ignorance ; by ••eir gross and dull ignorance; p-acp n1 j cc j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 419
4815 by their in 〈 … 〉, though pretending humilitie, and their more ••an Pharisa•call ouerlooking of others; by their in 〈 … 〉, though pretending humility, and their more ••an Pharisa•call overlooking of Others; p-acp po32 a-acp 〈 … 〉, cs vvg n1, cc po32 n1 vmb j vvg pp-f n2-jn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 419
4816 by t•eir insa•iable a•arice, and palpable art: of getting i•to their hands the farrest of the earth, by t•eir insa•iable a•arice, and palpable art: of getting i•to their hands the farest of the earth, p-acp n1 j n1, cc j n1: pp-f vvg av po32 n2 dt vv2 pp-f dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 419
4817 and th• vnder colour of Religion, and pretences of pouerty ; and th• under colour of Religion, and pretences of poverty; cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 419
4818 by their sensuall wallowing in all ease and idlene••e and fulnesse of bread, and (the fruites of these in abominable and prodigeous filthinesse and luxury: became as Prouerbs and as by-words in the mo•ths and pens of men of all sorts. by their sensual wallowing in all ease and idlene••e and fullness of bred, and (the fruits of these in abominable and prodigious filthiness and luxury: became as Proverbs and as bywords in the mo•ths and pens of men of all sorts. p-acp po32 j vvg p-acp d vvi cc vbr cc n1 pp-f n1, cc (dt n2 pp-f d p-acp j cc j n1 cc n1: vvd c-acp n2 cc p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 pp-f d n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 419
4819 No sober writer almost of any note, euen in those darker times, but noted and bewailed the corrupt est••e of the Church and Clergy in that behalfe: No Sobrium writer almost of any note, even in those Darker times, but noted and bewailed the corrupt est••e of the Church and Clergy in that behalf: uh-dx j n1 av pp-f d n1, av p-acp d jc n2, cc-acp vvd cc vvd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 419
4820 for by this time, you must know, these droanes had thr•st themselues, against all reason and common sense, into the ranke of Church-men, and shrouded themselues vnder the title of the Clergy. Di•ers godly and learned men wrote against the abuse•, desired a reformation, laboured to haue mon•ery reduced, for by this time, you must know, these drones had thr•st themselves, against all reason and Common sense, into the rank of Churchmen, and shrouded themselves under the title of the Clergy. Di•ers godly and learned men wrote against the abuse•, desired a Reformation, laboured to have mon•ery reduced, c-acp p-acp d n1, pn22 vmb vvi, d n2 vhd vvn px32, p-acp d n1 cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvn px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. vvz j cc j n2 vvd p-acp dt n1, vvd dt n1, vvd pc-acp vhi j vvn, (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 419
4821 if not to their first institution there seemed to be little hope of that, things were so farre out of course;) yet at leastwise to some tolerable expression of it. if not to their First Institution there seemed to be little hope of that, things were so Far out of course;) yet At leastwise to Some tolerable expression of it. cs xx p-acp po32 ord n1 a-acp vvd pc-acp vbi j n1 pp-f d, n2 vbdr av av-j av pp-f n1;) av p-acp av p-acp d j n1 pp-f pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 419
4822 The Poet: wanted no sport the while; The Poet: wanted no sport the while; dt n1: vvd dx n1 dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 419
4823 who made themselues bitterly merry with descanting vpon the leane 〈 ◊ 〉, and the fat paunches of these lasie gullings: who made themselves bitterly merry with descanting upon the lean 〈 ◊ 〉, and the fat paunches of these lazy gullings: r-crq vvd px32 av-j j p-acp vvg p-acp dt j 〈 sy 〉, cc dt j n2 pp-f d j n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 420
4824 there was flesh-hould enough for the riming Satyrists, & the wits of those times, whereon to fasten the sorest and the strongest teeth they had. there was flesh-houd enough for the rhyming Satirists, & the wits of those times, whereon to fasten the Sorest and the Strongest teeth they had. pc-acp vbds j av-d p-acp dt j-vvg n2, cc dt n2 pp-f d n2, c-crq pc-acp vvi dt js cc dt js n2 pns32 vhd. (16) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 420
4825 Not to insist vpon other differences; Not to insist upon other differences; xx pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 420
4826 that which concerneth the point we haue in hand, argueth a manifest and wide declination in these kind of men from their primitiue puritie. that which concerns the point we have in hand, argue a manifest and wide declination in these kind of men from their primitive purity. cst r-crq vvz dt n1 pns12 vhb p-acp n1, vvz dt j cc j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 420
4827 The ancient Monks liued vpon the labour of their hands: & thereby not only maintained themselues, (which they might doe with a verie little in that course of abstinence and austeritie wherein they liued) but relieued manie others, and did manie pious and charitable workes, out of that they had earned with their fingers. The ancient Monks lived upon the labour of their hands: & thereby not only maintained themselves, (which they might do with a very little in that course of abstinence and austerity wherein they lived) but relieved many Others, and did many pious and charitable works, out of that they had earned with their fingers. dt j n2 vvd p-acp dt vvb pp-f po32 n2: cc av xx av-j vvn px32, (r-crq pns32 vmd vdi p-acp dt j j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-crq pns32 vvd) p-acp vvn d n2-jn, cc vdd d j cc j n2, av pp-f cst pns32 vhd vvn p-acp po32 n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 420
4828 And when about S. Augustines and S. Hieroms times, Monkes began to relish ease, and vnder pretence of reading & prayer to leaue off working, And when about S. Augustine's and S. Hieroms times, Monks began to relish ease, and under pretence of reading & prayer to leave off working, cc c-crq p-acp n1 njp2 cc np1 n2 n2, n2 vvd pc-acp vvi n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f vvg cc n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp vvg, (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 420
4829 and to liue vpon the sweate of other mens browes; both those good Fathers misliked it: and to live upon the sweat of other men's brows; both those good Father's misliked it: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2; d d j n2 vvd pn31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 420
4830 S. Hierome to Rusticus alleaging the laudable custome of the Monasteries in Aegypt, which admitted none to be Monkes but with expresse condition of labour ; S. Jerome to Rusticus alleging the laudable custom of the Monasteries in Egypt, which admitted none to be Monks but with express condition of labour; n1 np1 p-acp np1 vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp np1, r-crq vvd pix pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp p-acp j n1 pp-f vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 420
4831 and S. Augustine in a iust Treatise opposing it not without some bitternesse, rebuking them as contumacious & peeuishly peruerse, who reading in the Scriptures, that he that will not labour should not eate, do yet resist the Apostles admonition, and S. Augustine in a just Treatise opposing it not without Some bitterness, rebuking them as contumacious & peevishly perverse, who reading in the Scriptures, that he that will not labour should not eat, do yet resist the Apostles admonition, cc np1 np1 p-acp dt j n1 vvg pn31 xx p-acp d n1, vvg pno32 p-acp j cc av-j j, r-crq vvg p-acp dt n2, cst pns31 cst vmb xx vvi vmd xx vvi, vdb av vvi dt n2 n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 420
4832 and vnder pretence that they may haue leisure to reade, refuse to obey what they doe reade. But ease is pleasing to flesh and bloud; and under pretence that they may have leisure to read, refuse to obey what they do read. But ease is pleasing to Flesh and blood; cc p-acp n1 cst pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp vvb, vvb p-acp vvb r-crq pns32 vdb vvi. p-acp vvb vbz vvg p-acp n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 420
4833 and will not bee easily wrung from those that haue anie while giuen themselues to it; and will not be Easily wrung from those that have any while given themselves to it; cc vmb xx vbi av-j vvn p-acp d cst vhb d n1 vvn px32 p-acp pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 421
4834 especially when it can pretend the face and colour of Religion. So that for all this the humour still encreased, and spred; especially when it can pretend the face and colour of Religion. So that for all this the humour still increased, and spread; av-j c-crq pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. av cst p-acp d d dt n1 av vvn, cc vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 421
4835 till at the length there grew whole Orders of disorderly Mendicants, begging runnagate Friers: till At the length there grew Whole Order of disorderly Mendicants, begging runagate Friars: c-acp p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvd j-jn vvb pp-f j j-jn, vvg n1 n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 421
4836 who by their affected pouertie diuerting the Charitie of well-minded people from those that were truely poore, enriched themselues with the spoyles of the poore ; who by their affected poverty diverting the Charity of well-minded people from those that were truly poor, enriched themselves with the spoils of the poor; r-crq p-acp po32 vvn n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp d cst vbdr av-j j, vvd px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 421
4837 and vnder colour of long prayers, made a prey ; and under colour of long Prayers, made a prey; cc p-acp n1 pp-f j n2, vvd dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 421
4838 not now (as those crauing Pharisees of old, whose simplicitie they pitie) of widowes houses, but of goodly Lordships, and whole countries before them. not now (as those craving Pharisees of old, whose simplicity they pity) of Widows houses, but of goodly Lordship's, and Whole countries before them. xx av (c-acp d vvg np1 pp-f j, rg-crq n1 pns32 vvb) pp-f n2 n2, p-acp pp-f j n2, cc j-jn n2 p-acp pno32. (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 421
4839 It is well knowne in this our Land, how both Church and Common-wealth groaned vnder the burden of these heauie lubbers: It is well known in this our Land, how both Church and Commonwealth groaned under the burden of these heavy lubbers: pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp d po12 n1, c-crq d n1 cc n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 421
4840 the Common-wealth, whilest they became Lords of verie little lesse (by their computation who haue traueised in the search) than the one halfe of the Temporalties of the Kingdome; the Commonwealth, whilst they became lords of very little less (by their computation who have traueised in the search) than the one half of the Temporalities of the Kingdom; dt n1, cs pns32 vvd n2 pp-f av j dc (p-acp po32 n1 r-crq vhb vvn p-acp dt n1) cs dt crd n-jn pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 421
4841 and the Church, whilest they engrossed into their hands the fruits of most of the best Benefices in the Realme; and the Church, whilst they engrossed into their hands the fruits of most of the best Benefices in the Realm; cc dt n1, cs pns32 vvn p-acp po32 n2 dt n2 pp-f ds pp-f dt js n2 p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 421
4842 allowing scarce so much as the chaffe towards the maintenance of those that trod out the corne. Their profession is (God be thanked) now long since suppressed, and their habitations demolished, by the violent & Iehu-like reformation of a mightie King: allowing scarce so much as the chaff towards the maintenance of those that trod out the corn. Their profession is (God be thanked) now long since suppressed, and their habitations demolished, by the violent & Jehu-like Reformation of a mighty King: vvg av-j av av-d c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vvd av dt n1. po32 n1 vbz (np1 vbb vvn) av av-j c-acp vvn, cc po32 n2 vvn, p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 421
4843 and the Land by that meanes well purged of these ouer-spreading Locusts. There is nothing of them now remayneth, and the Land by that means well purged of these overspreading Locusts. There is nothing of them now remaineth, cc dt n1 p-acp d n2 av vvn pp-f d j n2. pc-acp vbz pix pp-f pno32 av vvz, (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 421
4844 but the rubbish of their nests, and the stinke of their memorie: vnlesse it be the sting of their diuelish sacriledge in robbing the Church by damnable Impropriations. But let them goe. but the rubbish of their nests, and the stink of their memory: unless it be the sting of their devilish sacrilege in robbing the Church by damnable Impropriations. But let them go. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1: cs pn31 vbb dt vvb pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp j n2. p-acp vvb pno32 vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 421
4845 The next wee meet withall are those, with whose eyther birth, or breeding, or estate it sorteth not (as they thinke) to be tyed to labour in anie vocation. The next we meet withal Are those, with whose either birth, or breeding, or estate it sorts not (as they think) to be tied to labour in any vocation. dt ord pns12 vvb av vbr d, p-acp rg-crq d n1, cc vvg, cc n1 pn31 vvz xx (c-acp pns32 vvb) pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 422
4846 It is the sinne of manie of the Gentry, whom God hath furnished with meanes & abilities to do much good; It is the sin of many of the Gentry, whom God hath furnished with means & abilities to do much good; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d pp-f dt n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vdi d j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 422
4847 to spend their whole dayes and liues, in an vnprofitable course of doing eyther nothing, or as good as nothing, or worse than nothing. to spend their Whole days and lives, in an unprofitable course of doing either nothing, or as good as nothing, or Worse than nothing. p-acp vvb po32 j-jn n2 cc n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vdg d pix, cc c-acp j p-acp pix, cc jc cs pix. (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 422
4848 I cannot be so eyther stupid, as not to apprehend; I cannot be so either stupid, as not to apprehend; pns11 vmbx vbi av av-d j, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 422
4849 or rigorous, as not to allow, a difference in the maner of imployment, and in other circumstances thereto belonging, betweene those that are nobly or generously borne and bred, or rigorous, as not to allow, a difference in the manner of employment, and in other Circumstances thereto belonging, between those that Are nobly or generously born and bred, cc j, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp j-jn n2 av vvg, p-acp d cst vbr av-j cc av-j vvn cc vvn, (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 422
4850 and those of the meaner and ordinarie ranke. Manuall and seruile and mechanicke trades, and arts, are for men of a lower condition. and those of the meaner and ordinary rank. Manual and servile and mechanic trades, and arts, Are for men of a lower condition. cc d pp-f dt jc cc j n1. j cc j cc n1 n2, cc n2, vbr p-acp n2 pp-f dt jc n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 422
4851 But yet no man is borne, no man should be bred vnto idlenesse. But yet no man is born, no man should be bred unto idleness. p-acp av dx n1 vbz vvn, dx n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 422
4852 There are generous and ingenuous and liberall imployments, sortable to the greatest births and educations. For some man, whom God hath blessed with power and authoritie in his countrey; There Are generous and ingenuous and liberal employments, sortable to the greatest births and educations. For Some man, whom God hath blessed with power and Authority in his country; pc-acp vbr j cc j cc j n2, j p-acp dt js n2 cc n2. p-acp d n1, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 422
4853 with faire liuings and large reuenues; with a numerous family of seruants, retainers and tenants, and the like: with fair livings and large revenues; with a numerous family of Servants, retainers and tenants, and the like: p-acp j n2-vvg cc j n2; p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, n2 cc n2, cc dt j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 422
4854 it may be a sufficient Calling, and enough to take vp his whole time, euen to keepe hospitality, and to order and ouerlooke his family, and to dispose of his lands and rents, it may be a sufficient Calling, and enough to take up his Whole time, even to keep hospitality, and to order and overlook his family, and to dispose of his Lands and rends, pn31 vmb vbi dt j vvg, cc av-d pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 j-jn n1, av pc-acp vvi n1, cc p-acp n1 cc vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 422
4855 and to make peace and preserue loue and neighbourhood among them that liue neere or vnder him. and to make peace and preserve love and neighbourhood among them that live near or under him. cc pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb av-j cc p-acp pno31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 422
4856 He that doth but this, as he ought to do, or is otherwise industrious for the common good ; He that does but this, as he ought to do, or is otherwise Industria for the Common good; pns31 cst vdz p-acp d, c-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi, cc vbz av j p-acp dt j j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 422
4857 must be acknowledged a worthie member of the Common-wealth: must be acknowledged a worthy member of the Commonwealth: vmb vbi vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 423
4858 and his course of life, a Calling (though perhaps not so toilsome, yet) in suo genere as necessarie and profitable, and his course of life, a Calling (though perhaps not so toilsome, yet) in Sue genere as necessary and profitable, cc po31 n1 pp-f n1, dt vvg (cs av xx av j, av) p-acp fw-la fw-la p-acp j cc j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 423
4859 as that of the Husbandman, Merchant, Lawyer, Minister, or anie other. as that of the Husbandman, Merchant, Lawyer, Minister, or any other. c-acp d pp-f dt n1, n1, n1, n1, cc d n-jn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 423
4860 But for our ( meere or parcell) Gallants, who liue in no setled course of life, but spend halfe the day in sleeping, halfe the night in gaming, and the rest of their time in other pleasures & vanities, to as little purpose as they can deuise; But for our (mere or parcel) Gallants, who live in no settled course of life, but spend half the day in sleeping, half the night in gaming, and the rest of their time in other pleasures & vanities, to as little purpose as they can devise; cc-acp p-acp po12 (j cc n1) n2-jn, r-crq vvb p-acp dx j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvi j-jn dt n1 p-acp vvg, j-jn dt n1 p-acp n-vvg, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2, p-acp a-acp j n1 c-acp pns32 vmb vvi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 423
4861 as if they were born for nothing else but to eate and drinke and snort and sport; as if they were born for nothing Else but to eat and drink and snort and sport; c-acp cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pix av cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi cc vvi cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 423
4862 who are spruce and trimme as the Lillies ( Salomon in all his royaltie was not clothed like one of these ) yet they neither sow, nor reape, nor carrie into the barne, they neither labour nor spin nor doe anie thing else for the good of humane societie: who Are spruce and trim as the Lilies (Solomon in all his royalty was not clothed like one of these) yet they neither sow, nor reap, nor carry into the bairn, they neither labour nor spin nor doe any thing Else for the good of humane society: r-crq vbr j cc j c-acp dt n2 (np1 p-acp d po31 n1 vbds xx vvn av-j crd pp-f d) av pns32 d vvi, ccx vvb, ccx vvi p-acp dt n1, pns32 dx vvb ccx vvb ccx n1 d n1 av p-acp dt j pp-f j n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 423
4863 let them know, there is not the poorest contemptible creature, that cryeth Oysters and Kitchen-stuffe in the streetes, let them know, there is not the Poorest contemptible creature, that Cries Oysters and Kitchen-stuff in the streets, vvb pno32 vvi, pc-acp vbz xx dt js j n1, cst vvz n2 cc n1 p-acp dt n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 423
4864 but deserueth his bread better, than they; but deserves his bred better, than they; cc-acp vvz po31 n1 av-jc, cs pns32; (16) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 423
4865 and his course of life is of better esteeme with God and euerie sober wise man, than theirs. and his course of life is of better esteem with God and every Sobrium wise man, than theirs. cc po31 n1 pp-f n1 vbz pp-f jc n1 p-acp np1 cc d j j n1, cs png32. (16) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 423
4866 A horse, that is neither good for the way, nor the cart, nor the race, nor the warres, nor anie other seruice ; A horse, that is neither good for the Way, nor the cart, nor the raze, nor the wars, nor any other service; dt n1, cst vbz dx j p-acp dt n1, ccx dt n1, ccx dt n1, ccx dt n2, ccx d j-jn n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 423
4867 let him be of neuer so good a breede, neuer so well marked and shaped ; yet he is but a jade ; let him be of never so good a breed, never so well marked and shaped; yet he is but a jade; vvb pno31 vbi pp-f av-x av j dt vvi, av-x av av vvd cc vvn; av pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 423
4868 his Master setteth no store by him, thinketh his meate ill bestowed on him; euerie man will say better knock him in the head than keepe him; his Master sets no store by him, Thinketh his meat ill bestowed on him; every man will say better knock him in the head than keep him; po31 n1 vvz dx n1 p-acp pno31, vvz po31 n1 av-jn vvn p-acp pno31; d n1 vmb vvi av-jc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cs vvb pno31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 423
4869 his skin, though not much worth, is yet better worth than the whole beast besides. Consider this, you that are of noble or generous birth. his skin, though not much worth, is yet better worth than the Whole beast beside. Consider this, you that Are of noble or generous birth. po31 n1, c-acp xx d n1, vbz av j n1 cs dt j-jn n1 a-acp. vvi d, pn22 cst vbr pp-f j cc j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 423
4870 Looke vnto the rocke, whence you were hewen; and to the pit, whence you were digged. Search your Pedigrees ; Look unto the rock, whence you were hewn; and to the pit, whence you were dug. Search your Pedigrees; n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn22 vbdr vvn; cc p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn22 vbdr vvn. n1 po22 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 424
4871 collect the scattered Monuments and Histories of your Ancestors : collect the scattered Monuments and Histories of your Ancestors: vvb dt j-vvn n2 cc n2 pp-f po22 n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 424
4872 and obserue by what steps your worthy Progenitors raised their houses to the height of Gentry, or Nobility. Scarce shall you find a man of them, that gaue any accession, and observe by what steps your worthy Progenitors raised their houses to the height of Gentry, or Nobilt. Scarce shall you find a man of them, that gave any accession, cc vvb p-acp r-crq vvz po22 j n2 vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1. av-j vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32, cst vvd d n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 424
4873 or brought any noted eminency to his house; or brought any noted eminency to his house; cc vvd d j-vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 424
4874 but either seruing in the Campe, or sweating at the Barre, or waiting at the Court, or aduenturing on the Seas, or trucking in his Shop, or some other way industriously bestirring himselfe in some settled Calling, and Course of life. but either serving in the Camp, or sweating At the Bar, or waiting At the Court, or adventuring on the Seas, or trucking in his Shop, or Some other Way industriously bestirring himself in Some settled Calling, and Course of life. cc-acp d vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n2, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc d j-jn n1 av-j vvg px31 p-acp d vvn vvg, cc n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 424
4875 You vsurpe their Armes, if you inherite not their vertues: and those ensignes of Honour and Gentry which they by industry atchieued, sit no otherwise vpon your shoulders, You usurp their Arms, if you inherit not their Virtues: and those ensigns of Honour and Gentry which they by industry achieved, fit no otherwise upon your shoulders, pn22 vvi po32 n2, cs pn22 vvb xx po32 n2: cc d n2 pp-f vvb cc n1 r-crq pns32 p-acp n1 vvn, vvb dx av p-acp po22 n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 424
4876 than as rich trappings vpon Asses backes; which serue but to render the poore beast more ridiculous. than as rich trappings upon Asses backs; which serve but to render the poor beast more ridiculous. cs p-acp j n2 p-acp n2 n2; r-crq vvb p-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1 av-dc j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 424
4877 If you by brutish sensuality, & spending your time in swinish luxury, staine the colours, and embase the mettalls of those badges of your Gentry and Nobility, which you claim by descent: If you by brutish sensuality, & spending your time in swinish luxury, stain the colours, and embase the metals of those badges of your Gentry and Nobilt, which you claim by descent: cs pn22 p-acp j n1, cc vvg po22 n1 p-acp j n1, vvb dt n2, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f d n2 pp-f po22 n1 cc n1, r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 424
4878 think, when we worship or honour you, we do but flout you; think, when we worship or honour you, we do but flout you; vvb, c-crq pns12 vvb cc vvb pn22, pns12 vdb p-acp vvb pn22; (16) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 424
4879 & know, the titles we in courtesie giue you, wee bestow vpon their memories whose degenerate off-spring you are, & know, the titles we in courtesy give you, we bestow upon their memories whose degenerate offspring you Are, cc vvb, dt n2 pns12 p-acp n1 vvb pn22, pns12 vvb p-acp po32 n2 rg-crq j n1 pn22 vbr, (16) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 424
4880 and whose Armes you vnworthily beare; and whose Arms you unworthily bear; cc rg-crq n2 pn22 av-j vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 424
4881 and they doe no more belong to you, than the reuerence the good man did to Isis, belonged to the Asse that carryed her image. and they do no more belong to you, than the Reverence the good man did to Isis, belonged to the Ass that carried her image. cc pns32 vdb dx av-dc vvi p-acp pn22, cs dt n1 dt j n1 vdd p-acp np1, vvd p-acp dt n1 cst vvd po31 n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 424
4882 The third sort of those that liue vnprofitably and without a Calling, are our idle sturdy Roagues, & vagrant townes-end Beggars : The third sort of those that live unprofitably and without a Calling, Are our idle sturdy Rogues, & vagrant townes-end Beggars: dt ord n1 pp-f d cst vvb av-j cc p-acp dt vvg, vbr po12 j j n2, cc j n1 n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4883 the very scabs, and filth, and vermine of the common-wealth. the very scabs, and filth, and vermin of the commonwealth. dt j n2, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4884 I meane such as haue health, and strength, and lims, and are in some measureable to worke, and take paines for their liuing; I mean such as have health, and strength, and limbs, and Are in Some measurable to work, and take pains for their living; pns11 vvb d c-acp vhb n1, cc n1, cc n2, cc vbr p-acp d j p-acp vvb, cc vvi n2 p-acp po32 n-vvg; (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4885 yet rather chuse to wander abroad the country, and to spend their dayes in a most base and vngodly course of life: yet rather choose to wander abroad the country, and to spend their days in a most base and ungodly course of life: av av-c vvi p-acp vvb av dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4886 and, which is yet more lamentable, by I know not what conuinence, contrary to all Conscience, Equitie, and Law, are suffered. and, which is yet more lamentable, by I know not what conuinence, contrary to all Conscience, Equity, and Law, Are suffered. cc, r-crq vbz av av-dc j, p-acp pns11 vvb xx r-crq n1, j-jn p-acp d n1, n1, cc n1, vbr vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4887 All Christian Common-wealths should be the Israels of God: All Christian Commonwealths should be the Israel's of God: av-d njp n2 vmd vbi dt npg1 pp-f np1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4888 and in his Israel, God as hee promised there should be alwayes some poore, on whom to exercise charity; and in his Israel, God as he promised there should be always Some poor, on whom to exercise charity; cc p-acp po31 np1, np1 c-acp pns31 vvn pc-acp vmd vbi av d j, p-acp ro-crq pc-acp vvi n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4889 so hee ordayned there should be no beggar, to make a trade and profession of begging. so he ordained there should be no beggar, to make a trade and profession of begging. av pns31 vvn pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4890 Plato, than whom neuer any layed downe a more exact Idea of an happy Common-wealth, alloweth not any beggar therein: Plato, than whom never any laid down a more exact Idea of an happy Commonwealth, alloweth not any beggar therein: np1, cs r-crq av d vvd a-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvz xx d n1 av: (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4891 alleaging, that where such were tolerated, it was impossible but the State must abound with pilfering and whoring, and all kind of base villany. alleging, that where such were tolerated, it was impossible but the State must abound with pilfering and whoring, and all kind of base villainy. vvg, cst c-crq d vbdr vvn, pn31 vbds j p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp vvg cc vvg, cc d n1 pp-f j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4892 The Ciuill Lawes haue flat constitutions against them, in the titles de mendicantibus non inualidis. But I thinke neuer kingdome had more wholesome lawes in both kindes, I meane both for the competent releefe of the orderly poore, and for sharpe restraint of disorderly vagabonds ; The Civil Laws have flat constitutions against them, in the titles de mendicantibus non inualidis. But I think never Kingdom had more wholesome laws in both Kinds, I mean both for the competent relief of the orderly poor, and for sharp restraint of disorderly vagabonds; dt j n2 vhb j n2 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n2 fw-fr fw-la fw-fr fw-la. cc-acp pns11 vvb av n1 vhd dc j n2 p-acp d n2, pns11 vvb d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt av-j j, cc p-acp j n1 pp-f j n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4893 than those prouisions which in many of our owne memories haue bin made in this land. than those provisions which in many of our own memories have been made in this land. cs d n2 r-crq p-acp d pp-f po12 d n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4894 But Quid leges sine moribus —? Those Lawes are now no Lawes, for want of due execution : But Quid leges sine moribus —? Those Laws Are now no Laws, for want of due execution: p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la —? d n2 vbr av dx n2, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 425
4895 but Beggars are Beggars still, for want of due correction. Et vetabitur semper, & retinebitur ; but Beggars Are Beggars still, for want of due correction. Et vetabitur semper, & retinebitur; cc-acp ng1 vbr ng1 av, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la; (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 426
4896 the saying is truer of Roagues and Gipsies in England, than euer it was of Mathematicions in Rome. the saying is truer of Rogues and Gipsies in England, than ever it was of Mathematicions in Rome. dt n-vvg vbz jc pp-f n2 cc np2 p-acp np1, cs av pn31 vbds pp-f n2 p-acp np1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 426
4897 You to whose care the preseruation of the Iustice, and thereby also of the Peace of the Land is committed; You to whose care the preservation of the justice, and thereby also of the Peace of the Land is committed; pn22 p-acp rg-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 426
4898 as you tender the Peace and Iustice of the Land, as you tender your owne quiet and the safety of your neighbours, as you tender the Peace and justice of the Land, as you tender your own quiet and the safety of your neighbours, c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn22 vvb po22 d j-jn cc dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 426
4899 as you tender the weale of your Country and the honour of God: breath fresh life into the languishing Lawes by seuere execution ; as you tender the weal of your Country and the honour of God: breath fresh life into the languishing Laws by severe execution; c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1: n1 j n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n2 p-acp j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 426
4900 be rather cruell to these Vipers, than to the State. be rather cruel to these Vipers, than to the State. vbb av j p-acp d n2, cs p-acp dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 426
4901 So shall you free vs from the Plague, and yourselues from the guilt, and them from the opportunities of infinite sinfull abominations. So shall you free us from the Plague, and yourselves from the guilt, and them from the opportunities of infinite sinful abominations. av vmb pn22 vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1, cc px22 p-acp dt n1, cc pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j j n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 426
4902 But we are vnreasonable to presse you thus far, or to seeke to you or any others for Iustice in this matter; But we Are unreasonable to press you thus Far, or to seek to you or any Others for justice in this matter; cc-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pn22 av av-j, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 cc d n2-jn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 426
4903 hauing power enough in our owne hands to doe ourselues Iustice vpon these men, if wee would but vse it. having power enough in our own hands to do ourselves justice upon these men, if we would but use it. j-vvg n1 av-d p-acp po12 d n2 pc-acp vdi px12 ng1 p-acp d n2, cs pns12 vmd cc-acp vvi pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 426
4904 Euen by making a strait Couenant with our Eares, not to heede them; and with our Eyes, not to pittie them; Eve by making a strait Covenant with our Ears, not to heed them; and with our Eyes, not to pity them; np1 p-acp vvg dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2, xx p-acp n1 pno32; cc p-acp po12 n2, xx p-acp vvb pno32; (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 426
4905 and with our Hands, not to releeue them. and with our Hands, not to relieve them. cc p-acp po12 n2, xx p-acp vvb pno32. (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 426
4906 Say I this altogether of my selfe? or sayth not the Apostle euen the same? He that will not labour, let him not eate: releeue him not. Say I this altogether of my self? or say not the Apostle even the same? He that will not labour, let him not eat: relieve him not. n1 pns11 d av pp-f po11 n1? cc vvz xx dt n1 av-j dt d? pns31 cst vmb xx vvi, vvb pno31 xx vvi: vvb pno31 xx. (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 426
4907 But hath not Christ required of vs to feede the hungry, and to cloath the naked, and to be free & charitable to the poore ? Nothing surer: But hath not christ required of us to feed the hungry, and to cloth the naked, and to be free & charitable to the poor? Nothing Surer: p-acp vhz xx np1 vvn pp-f pno12 p-acp vvb dt j, cc p-acp n1 dt j, cc pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp dt j? pix jc: (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 426
4908 God forbid any man should preach against Charity and Almesdeedes. But remember, that as God approueth not Almes or any other worke, if without Charitie ; God forbid any man should preach against Charity and Almsdeeds. But Remember, that as God approveth not Alms or any other work, if without Charity; np1 vvb d n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1 cc n2. cc-acp vvb, cst c-acp np1 vvz xx n2 cc d j-jn n1, cs p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 426
4909 so nor Charity it selfe, if without Discretion. Honour widdowes, saith S. Paul, but those that are widowes indeed: so nor Charity it self, if without Discretion. Honour widow's, Says S. Paul, but those that Are Widows indeed: av ccx n1 pn31 n1, cs p-acp n1. n1 n2, vvz n1 np1, cc-acp d cst vbr n2 av: (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4910 so relieue the poore, but relieue those that are poore indeede. Not euery one that asketh, not euery one that wanteth, nay more, not euery one that is poore, is poore indeede : so relieve the poor, but relieve those that Are poor indeed. Not every one that asks, not every one that Wants, nay more, not every one that is poor, is poor indeed: av vvi dt j, cc-acp vvi d cst vbr j av. xx d pi cst vvz, xx d pi cst vvz, uh n1, xx d pi cst vbz j, vbz j av: (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4911 and he that in his indiscreete and mis-guided charity should giue to euery one that asketh or wanteth or is poore, meate or clothing or Almes; and he that in his indiscreet and misguided charity should give to every one that asks or Wants or is poor, meat or clothing or Alms; cc pns31 cst p-acp po31 j cc j n1 vmd vvi p-acp d pi cst vvz cc vvz cc vbz j, n1 cc n1 cc n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4912 would soone make himselfe more hungry and naked and poore, than hee that is most hungry or naked or poore. would soon make himself more hungry and naked and poor, than he that is most hungry or naked or poor. vmd av vvi px31 dc j cc j cc j, cs pns31 cst vbz av-ds j cc j cc j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4913 The poore, whom Christ commendeth to thee as a fit obiect for thy charity, the poore indeed ; The poor, whom christ commends to thee as a fit Object for thy charity, the poor indeed; dt j, ro-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno21 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po21 n1, dt j av; (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4914 are those that want not onely the things they aske, but want also meanes to get without asking. Are those that want not only the things they ask, but want also means to get without asking. vbr d cst vvb xx av-j dt n2 pns32 vvb, cc-acp vvb av n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4915 A man that is blind or aged and past his worke; a man that is sicke or weake or lame and cannot worke; A man that is blind or aged and passed his work; a man that is sick or weak or lame and cannot work; dt n1 cst vbz j cc vvn cc p-acp po31 n1; dt n1 cst vbz j cc j cc j cc vmbx vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4916 a man that desireth it, & seeketh it, and cannot get worke; a man that hath a greater charge vpon him than his honest paines can maintaine; a man that Desires it, & seeks it, and cannot get work; a man that hath a greater charge upon him than his honest pains can maintain; dt n1 cst vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31, cc vmbx vvi vvi; dt n1 cst vhz dt jc vvb p-acp pno31 cs po31 j n2 vmb vvi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4917 such a man as one of these he is poore indeede. Let thine Eares be open, such a man as one of these he is poor indeed. Let thine Ears be open, d dt n1 c-acp pi pp-f d pns31 vbz j av. vvb po21 n2 vbb j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4918 and thine Eyes open, and thy Bowells open, and thy Hands open to such a one; and thine Eyes open, and thy Bowels open, and thy Hands open to such a one; cc po21 n2 j, cc po21 n2 j, cc po21 n2 j p-acp d dt pi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4919 it is a charitable deede, and a sacrifice of sweete smelling, with such sacrifices God is well pleased : it is a charitable deed, and a sacrifice of sweet smelling, with such Sacrifices God is well pleased: pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j j-vvg, p-acp d n2 np1 vbz av vvn: (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4920 Forget not thou to offer such sacrifices vpon euery good opportunity, and be well assured God will not forget in due time to reward thee. Forget not thou to offer such Sacrifices upon every good opportunity, and be well assured God will not forget in due time to reward thee. vvb xx pns21 p-acp vvi d n2 p-acp d j n1, cc vbb av vvn np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno21. (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4921 But for a lusty able vpright man (as they stile him in their owne dialect) that had rather beg, or steale, or both, But for a lusty able upright man (as they style him in their own dialect) that had rather beg, or steal, or both, p-acp p-acp dt j j av-j n1 (c-acp pns32 n1 pno31 p-acp po32 d n1) cst vhd av-c vvb, cc vvi, cc d, (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4922 than digge: he is no more to be relieued as a poore man, than a woman that hath poysoned her husband is to be honoured as a widow. Such a woman is a widow, for shee hath no more an husband than any other widow hath: than dig: he is no more to be relieved as a poor man, than a woman that hath poisoned her husband is to be honoured as a widow. Such a woman is a widow, for she hath no more an husband than any other widow hath: cs vvi: pns31 vbz av-dx av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, cs dt n1 cst vhz j-vvn po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. d dt n1 vbz dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhz dx dc cs n1 cs d j-jn n1 vhz: (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 427
4923 but such a woman is not a widow indeede, as S. Paul would be vnderstood; not such a widow as he would haue honoured: but such a woman is not a widow indeed, as S. Paul would be understood; not such a widow as he would have honoured: p-acp d dt n1 vbz xx dt n1 av, p-acp np1 np1 vmd vbi vvn; xx d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vmd vhi vvn: (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 428
4924 it is almes to hang vp such a widow, rather than to honour her. And I dare say, hee that helpeth one of these sturdy Beggars to the stockes, it is alms to hang up such a widow, rather than to honour her. And I Dare say, he that Helpeth one of these sturdy Beggars to the stocks, pn31 vbz n2 p-acp vvb a-acp d dt n1, av-c cs p-acp vvb pno31. cc pns11 vvb vvi, pns31 cst vvz crd pp-f d j ng1 p-acp dt n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 428
4925 and the whip, and the house of correction, not onely deserueth better of the Common-wealth ; and the whip, and the house of correction, not only deserves better of the Commonwealth; cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, xx av-j vvz j pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 428
4926 but doth a worke of greater Charity in the sight of God, than hee that helpeth him with meate and money and lodging. but does a work of greater Charity in the sighed of God, than he that Helpeth him with meat and money and lodging. cc-acp vdz dt n1 pp-f jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns31 cst vvz pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1 cc n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 428
4927 For hee that doth this, corrupteth his Charity by a double errour. First, hee maintaineth, and so encourageth the other in idlenesse; For he that does this, corrupteth his Charity by a double error. First, he maintaineth, and so Encourageth the other in idleness; p-acp pns31 cst vdz d, vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. ord, pns31 vvz, cc av vvz dt j-jn p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 428
4928 who, if none would relieue him, would be glad to doe any worke, rather than sterue. who, if none would relieve him, would be glad to do any work, rather than starve. r-crq, cs pi vmd vvi pno31, vmd vbi j pc-acp vdi d n1, av-c cs vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 428
4929 And secondly, he disableth his Charity, by mis-placing it; and vnawares robbeth the poore, whilest hee thinketh he relieueth them. And secondly, he disableth his Charity, by misplacing it; and unawares robbeth the poor, whilst he Thinketh he relieveth them. cc ord, pns31 vvz po31 n1, p-acp j pn31; cc av-j vvz dt j, cs pns31 vvz pns31 vvz pno32. (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 428
4930 As he that giueth any honour to an Idol, robbeth the true God, to whom alone all religious honour is due: As he that gives any honour to an Idol, robbeth the true God, to whom alone all religious honour is due: p-acp pns31 cst vvz d vvb p-acp dt n1, vvz dt j np1, p-acp ro-crq j d j vvb vbz j-jn: (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 428
4931 so hee that giueth any Almes to an idle Beggar, robbeth the truly poore, to whom properly all the fruites of our Almes are due. so he that gives any Alms to an idle Beggar, robbeth the truly poor, to whom properly all the fruits of our Alms Are due. av pns31 cst vvz d n2 p-acp dt j n1, vvz dt av-j j, p-acp ro-crq av-j d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 vbr j-jn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 428
4932 And so it commeth to passe oftentimes (as S. Ambrose sometimes complained) that the maintenance of the poore is made the spoile of the loyterer. And so it comes to pass oftentimes (as S. Ambrose sometime complained) that the maintenance of the poor is made the spoil of the loiterer. cc av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi av (c-acp np1 np1 av vvd) cst dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 428
4933 But I forget my selfe, and you, and the time ; whilest I giue way to my iust indignation against these base excrements of the Common-wealth. But I forget my self, and you, and the time; whilst I give Way to my just Indignation against these base excrements of the Commonwealth. cc-acp pns11 vvb po11 n1, cc pn22, cc dt n1; cs pns11 vvb n1 p-acp po11 j n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 428
4934 You haue seene the Necessity of a Calling: without it, we despise Gods ordinance, and smother his gifts ; You have seen the Necessity of a Calling: without it, we despise God's Ordinance, and smother his Gifts; pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt vvg: p-acp pn31, pns12 vvb ng1 n1, cc vvi po31 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 428
4935 we expose our selues to sinfull temptations ; we depriue our selues, our families and the poore of due maintenance ; we expose our selves to sinful temptations; we deprive our selves, our families and the poor of due maintenance; pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp j n2; pns12 vvb po12 n2, po12 n2 cc dt j pp-f j-jn n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 428
4936 wee withdraw our bounden seruice from the Common-wealth. It is not the pretence of Deuotion, that can exempt the lazie Monk ; we withdraw our bounden service from the Commonwealth. It is not the pretence of Devotion, that can exempt the lazy Monk; pns12 vvb po12 vvn n1 p-acp dt n1. pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vmb vvi dt j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 429
4937 nor of Birth, the riotous Gallant ; nor of Want, the able Beggar ; nor of anie other thing, any other man, from this common Necessitie. nor of Birth, the riotous Gallant; nor of Want, the able Beggar; nor of any other thing, any other man, from this Common Necessity. ccx a-acp n1, dt j j-jn; ccx a-acp vvb, dt j vvb; ccx pp-f d j-jn n1, d j-jn n1, p-acp d j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 429
4938 And that is the summe of our first point, viz. the Necessity of a Calling. Proceed we now to the second, the choice of a Calling. And that is the sum of our First point, viz. the Necessity of a Calling. Proceed we now to the second, the choice of a Calling. cc cst vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 ord n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f dt vvg. vvb pns12 av p-acp dt ord, dt n1 pp-f dt vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 429
4939 A Point indeed (I must confesse) not directly intended in the words of my Text: A Point indeed (I must confess) not directly intended in the words of my Text: dt n1 av (pns11 vmb vvi) xx av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 429
4940 yet being after a sort implyed therein (for the Apostles wish that euerie particular man would abide in his owne proper station and particular Calling, cannot but imply that there is a difference and choyce of such Callings;) and being withall a matter of such great consequence to bee taught and knowne; yet being After a sort employed therein (for the Apostles wish that every particular man would abide in his own proper station and particular Calling, cannot but imply that there is a difference and choice of such Callings;) and being withal a matter of such great consequence to be taught and known; av vbg p-acp dt n1 vvn av (c-acp dt n2 vvb cst d j n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 d j n1 cc j vvg, vmbx p-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2;) cc vbg av dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 429
4941 I thought it would be more expedient for the present discharge of my duety in this place, to take it in, (though with some hazzard of the imputation of impertenency to my selfe) than by passing it ouer to defraud them (and it is likely there are many such here present) whom it may concerne in point of conscience, of such instructions as may giue them profitable directions in a businesse so materiall. I Thought it would be more expedient for the present discharge of my duty in this place, to take it in, (though with Some hazard of the imputation of impertenency to my self) than by passing it over to defraud them (and it is likely there Are many such Here present) whom it may concern in point of conscience, of such instructions as may give them profitable directions in a business so material. pns11 vvd pn31 vmd vbi av-dc j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp, (cs p-acp d vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po11 n1) cs p-acp vvg pn31 a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 (cc pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbr d d av j) q-crq pn31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pp-f d n2 c-acp vmb vvi pno32 j n2 p-acp dt n1 av j-jn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 429
4942 Concerning which, it behooueth euery man the rather to haue an especiall care, because much of a mans comfort and content in this life dependeth thereupon: Concerning which, it behooveth every man the rather to have an especial care, Because much of a men Comfort and content in this life dependeth thereupon: vvg r-crq, pn31 vvz d n1 dt av-c pc-acp vhi dt j n1, c-acp d pp-f dt ng1 n1 cc vvi p-acp d n1 vvz av: (16) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 429
4943 it being scarce possible, that that mans life should bee comfortable to him, or he goe on with any cheerefulnesse in his course, that liueth in a Calling for which neither he is fit, it being scarce possible, that that men life should be comfortable to him, or he go on with any cheerfulness in his course, that lives in a Calling for which neither he is fit, pn31 vbg j j, cst d ng1 n1 vmd vbi j p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst vvz p-acp dt vvg p-acp r-crq d pns31 vbz j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 430
4944 nor the Calling fit for him. nor the Calling fit for him. ccx dt vvg n1 p-acp pno31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 430
4945 Neither will the consideration hereof bee vsefull onely for such, as are yet free to choose; Neither will the consideration hereof be useful only for such, as Are yet free to choose; av-d vmb dt n1 av vbi j av-j p-acp d, c-acp vbr av j pc-acp vvi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 430
4946 but euen for those also, who haue alreadie made their choice. but even for those also, who have already made their choice. cc-acp av c-acp d av, r-crq vhb av vvn po32 n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 430
4947 For, since the verie same rules ▪ which are to direct vs in the choyce of our Calling, are to helpe vs also for the triall of our Callings ; For, since the very same rules ▪ which Are to Direct us in the choice of our Calling, Are to help us also for the trial of our Callings; p-acp, c-acp dt j d vvz ▪ q-crq vbr pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 vvg, vbr pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 430
4948 it can be no losse to the best of vs all to giue heed to those Rules: thereby either to rectifie our choyce; it can be no loss to the best of us all to give heed to those Rules: thereby either to rectify our choice; pn31 vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp dt js pp-f pno12 d pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n2: av av-d p-acp vvi po12 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 430
4949 or to quicken our alacritie in what we haue chosen, by warranting our courses to our own soules, or to quicken our alacrity in what we have chosen, by warranting our courses to our own Souls, cc p-acp vvb po12 n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp po12 d n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 430
4950 and silencing manie vnnecessarie scruples, which are wont frequently to arise concerning this matter, in the Consciences of Men. and silencing many unnecessary scruples, which Are wont frequently to arise Concerning this matter, in the Consciences of Men. cc vvg d j n2, r-crq vbr vvn av-j pc-acp vvi vvg d n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 430
4951 And first, we are to lay this as a firme ground, that that is euerie mans Proper and right Calling, whereunto God calleth him. And First, we Are to lay this as a firm ground, that that is every men Proper and right Calling, whereunto God calls him. cc ord, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d c-acp dt j n1, cst d vbz d ng1 j cc n-jn vvg, c-crq np1 vvz pno31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 430
4952 For he is the Author, as of our generall, so of our particular Callings too: For he is the Author, as of our general, so of our particular Callings too: p-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, c-acp pp-f po12 j, av pp-f po12 j n2 av: (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 430
4953 [ As the Lord hath called euery one, vers. 20. ] When therefore we speake of the choyce of a Calling, you are not so to vnderstand it, [ As the Lord hath called every one, vers. 20. ] When Therefore we speak of the choice of a Calling, you Are not so to understand it, [ p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn d crd, fw-la. crd ] c-crq av pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt vvg, pn22 vbr xx av pc-acp vvi pn31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 430
4954 as if it were left free for vs euer, to make our choice where, and as wee list. as if it were left free for us ever, to make our choice where, and as we list. c-acp cs pn31 vbdr vvn j p-acp pno12 av, pc-acp vvi po12 j c-crq, cc c-acp pns12 vvb. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 430
4955 The choyce that is left to vs, is no other but a conscionable enquiry which way God calleth vs, The choice that is left to us, is no other but a conscionable enquiry which Way God calls us, dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12, vbz dx j-jn p-acp dt j n1 r-crq n1 np1 vvz pno12, (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 430
4956 and a conscionable care to take that way. and a conscionable care to take that Way. cc dt j vvb pc-acp vvi d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 430
4957 So that if it shall once appeare, that God calleth vs this way or that way, there is no more place for choice; So that if it shall once appear, that God calls us this Way or that Way, there is no more place for choice; av cst cs pn31 vmb a-acp vvi, cst np1 vvz pno12 d n1 cc d n1, pc-acp vbz av-dx dc n1 p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 430
4958 all that wee haue to doe, is to obey. all that we have to do, is to obey. d cst pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi, vbz pc-acp vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 430
4959 Obsequium sufficit esse meum. The enquiries we are to make ordinarily, are (as you shall heare anon) what lawfulnesse there is in the thing, what abilities there are in vs, what warrant wee haue from without. But all ▪ these must cease, — Obsequium sufficit esse meum. The Enquiries we Are to make ordinarily, Are (as you shall hear anon) what lawfulness there is in the thing, what abilities there Are in us, what warrant we have from without. But all ▪ these must cease, — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. dt n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-jn, vbr (c-acp pn22 vmb vvi av) r-crq n1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt n1, r-crq n2 pc-acp vbr p-acp pno12, r-crq vvb pns12 vhb p-acp p-acp. p-acp d ▪ d vmb vvi, (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4960 when God once expresseth himselfe, and calleth vs with an audible voyce. No more enquirie then into the thing, how lawfull it is. when God once Expresses himself, and calls us with an audible voice. No more enquiry then into the thing, how lawful it is. c-crq np1 a-acp vvz px31, cc vvz pno12 p-acp dt j n1. av-dx dc n1 cs p-acp dt n1, c-crq j pn31 vbz. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4961 If God bid Peter kill and eate, and send him to preach vnto the Gentiles; If God bid Peter kill and eat, and send him to preach unto the Gentiles; cs np1 vvb np1 vvb cc vvi, cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2-j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4962 there is no answering NONLATINALPHABET not so Lord, nor alleaging the vncleanenesse of the meate, or the vnlawfulnesse of going into the way of the Gentiles: there is no answering not so Lord, nor alleging the uncleanness of the meat, or the unlawfulness of going into the Way of the Gentiles: pc-acp vbz dx vvg xx av n1, ccx vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4963 Iniusta iusta habenda - what God will haue cleane, he must not account common. His verie call to anie thing, maketh it lawfull. Injusta Justa Habenda - what God will have clean, he must not account Common. His very call to any thing, makes it lawful. fw-la fw-la fw-la - q-crq n1 vmb vhi j, pns31 vmb xx vvi j. po31 j n1 p-acp d n1, vvz pn31 j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4964 No more enquirie into our selues how able we are. No more enquiry into our selves how able we Are. av-dx dc n1 p-acp po12 n2 c-crq j pns12 vbr. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4965 If God call Moses, one of a slow speech & not eloquent, from the sheepefold, to pleade for his people before a Tyrant; If God call Moses, one of a slow speech & not eloquent, from the sheepfold, to plead for his people before a Tyrant; cs np1 vvb np1, crd pp-f dt j n1 cc xx j, p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4966 or Gideon, a meane stripling of a small family and tribe, from the threshing floore, to deliuer Israel out of the hands of their oppressors; or gideon, a mean stripling of a small family and tribe, from the threshing floor, to deliver Israel out of the hands of their Oppressors's; cc np1, dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt vvg n1, pc-acp vvi np1 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4967 or Ieremy, a very childe and one that could not speake, from his cottage in Anathoth, to set him ouer nations & kingdomes to roote out and to plant; or Ieremy, a very child and one that could not speak, from his cottage in Anathoth, to Set him over Nations & kingdoms to root out and to plant; cc np1, dt j n1 cc pi cst vmd xx vvi, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi av cc pc-acp vvi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4968 or Amos, a plaine countrey fruit-gatherer, from the Heard in Tekoa, to prophesie at Bethel, and in the Kings Court: or Amos, a plain country fruit-gatherer, from the Herd in Tekoa, to prophesy At Bethel, and in the Kings Court: cc np1, dt j n1 n1, p-acp dt vvd p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt ng1 n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4969 it is a fruitlesse and vnseasonable modestie to alledge vnsufficiencie or vnworthinesse. it is a fruitless and unseasonable modesty to allege unsufficiency or unworthiness. pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4970 Iuvat idem Qui iubet. Where he setteth on worke, hee giueth strength to goe through with it. Iuvat idem Qui iubet. Where he sets on work, he gives strength to go through with it. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4971 His verie calling of anie man maketh him able. No more enquirie into outward meanes, what warrant we haue. His very calling of any man makes him able. No more enquiry into outward means, what warrant we have. po31 j n-vvg pp-f d n1 vvz pno31 j. av-dx dc n1 p-acp j n2, r-crq vvb pns12 vhb. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4972 If God call Paul to be an Apostle, and to beare his name before the Gentiles, If God call Paul to be an Apostle, and to bear his name before the Gentiles, cs np1 vvb np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2-j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4973 and Kings, and the children of Israel ; and Kings, and the children of Israel; cc n2, cc dt n2 pp-f np1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 431
4974 it is needlesse to conferre with flesh and bloud, or to seeke confirmation at Ierusalem from them which were Apostles before him, by the imposition of their hands. it is needless to confer with Flesh and blood, or to seek confirmation At Ierusalem from them which were Apostles before him, by the imposition of their hands. pn31 vbz j p-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vbdr n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 432
4975 Gods work in him supplyeth aboundantly the want of those solemnities; God's work in him supplieth abundantly the want of those solemnities; npg1 n1 p-acp pno31 vvz av-j dt n1 pp-f d n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 432
4976 and Paul is as good an Apostle as the best of them, although he be an Apostle not of men, neither by man. and Paul is as good an Apostle as the best of them, although he be an Apostle not of men, neither by man. cc np1 vbz a-acp j dt n1 p-acp dt js pp-f pno32, cs pns31 vbb dt n1 xx pp-f n2, av-dx p-acp n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 432
4977 Gods calling any man to any office, sealeth his warrant Non tutum renuisse Deo — Away with all excuses, and pretences, and delayes: when God calleth; God's calling any man to any office, Sealeth his warrant Non tutum renuisse God — Away with all excuses, and pretences, and delays: when God calls; npg1 vvg d n1 p-acp d n1, vvz po31 n1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la — av p-acp d n2, cc n2, cc n2: c-crq np1 vvz; (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 432
4978 submit thy will, subdue thy reason, answer his Call, as Samuel was taught to doe, Speake Lord, for thy seruant heareth. submit thy will, subdue thy reason, answer his Call, as Samuel was taught to do, Speak Lord, for thy servant hears. vvb po21 n1, vvb po21 n1, vvb po31 vvi, c-acp np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vdi, vvb n1, p-acp po21 n1 vvz. (16) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 432
4979 If it were expedient for vs, that God should still deale with vs, as he did long with the Iewish, and a while with the infant Christian Church, by immediate inspirations; If it were expedient for us, that God should still deal with us, as he did long with the Jewish, and a while with the infant Christian Church, by immediate inspirations; cs pn31 vbdr j p-acp pno12, cst np1 vmd av vvi p-acp pno12, c-acp pns31 vdd av-j p-acp dt jp, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 n1, p-acp j n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 432
4980 and call vs either by secret Enthusiasmes, or sensible insinuations (as hee did many of them) into the way wherein hee would haue vs walke: and call us either by secret Enthusiasms, or sensible insinuations (as he did many of them) into the Way wherein he would have us walk: cc vvb pno12 d p-acp j-jn n2, cc j n2 (c-acp pns31 vdd d pp-f pno32) p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno12 vvi: (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 432
4981 the Rule for our Choyce would be easie; the Rule for our Choice would be easy; dt vvb p-acp po12 n1 vmd vbi j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 432
4982 or rather there would neede no Rule at all, (because indeede there would be left no Choyce at all;) but this onely, or rather there would need no Rule At all, (Because indeed there would be left no Choice At all;) but this only, cc av-c pc-acp vmd vvi dx vvi p-acp d, (c-acp av pc-acp vmd vbi vvn dx n1 p-acp d;) cc-acp d av-j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 432
4983 euen to get vp and be doing, to put our selues speedily into that way whereunto he did point vs. But since the wisedome of God hath thought it better for vs, to take counsell from his written word, which he hath left vs for our ordinary direction in this & all other difficulties; even to get up and be doing, to put our selves speedily into that Way whereunto he did point us But since the Wisdom of God hath Thought it better for us, to take counsel from his written word, which he hath left us for our ordinary direction in this & all other difficulties; av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vbi vdg, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-j p-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vdd vvi pno12 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pn31 jc p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 vvn n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po12 j n1 p-acp d cc d j-jn n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 432
4984 rather than to depend vpon immediate and extraordinary inspirations : rather than to depend upon immediate and extraordinary inspirations: av cs pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 432
4985 it will be very profitable for vs to draw thence some few Rules, whereby to make reasonable judgement concerning any course of life, it will be very profitable for us to draw thence Some few Rules, whereby to make reasonable judgement Concerning any course of life, pn31 vmb vbi av j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi av d d n2, c-crq pc-acp vvi j n1 vvg d n1 pp-f n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 433
4986 whether that it be, whereunto God hath called vs, or no. The Rules, as I haue partly intimated already, may be reduced to three heads: whither that it be, whereunto God hath called us, or no. The Rules, as I have partly intimated already, may be reduced to three Heads: cs cst pn31 vbb, c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12, cc uh-dx. dt n2, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn av, vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 433
4987 according as the Enquiries wee are to make in this businesse are of three sorts. For they either concerne the Course it self; according as the Enquiries we Are to make in this business Are of three sorts. For they either concern the Course it self; vvg p-acp dt n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 vbr pp-f crd n2. p-acp pns32 d vvi dt n1 pn31 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 433
4988 or else our selues, that should vse it; or else thirdly those that haue right & power ouer vs in it. or Else our selves, that should use it; or Else Thirdly those that have right & power over us in it. cc av po12 n2, cst vmd vvi pn31; cc av ord d cst vhb j-jn cc n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 433
4989 If there be a faile in any of these; If there be a fail in any of these; cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp d pp-f d; (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 433
4990 as if either the Course it selfe be not lawfull, or we not competently fit for it, as if either the Course it self be not lawful, or we not competently fit for it, c-acp cs d dt n1 pn31 n1 vbb xx j, cc pns12 xx av-j j p-acp pn31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 433
4991 or our superiours will not allow of vs, or it: we may well think, God hath not called vs thither. God is just ; or our superiors will not allow of us, or it: we may well think, God hath not called us thither. God is just; cc po12 n2-jn vmb xx vvi pp-f pno12, cc pn31: pns12 vmb av vvi, np1 vhz xx vvn pno12 av. np1 vbz j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 433
4992 and will not call any man to that, which is not honest and good: God is all-sufficient ; and will not call any man to that, which is not honest and good: God is All-sufficient; cc vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp d, r-crq vbz xx j cc j: np1 vbz j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 433
4993 and will not call any man to that, which is aboue the proportion of his strength: and will not call any man to that, which is above the proportion of his strength: cc vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp d, r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 433
4994 God is wonderfull in his Prouidence ; God is wonderful in his Providence; np1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 433
4995 and will not call any man to that, whereto he will not open him a faire and orderly passage. and will not call any man to that, whereto he will not open him a fair and orderly passage. cc vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp d, c-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31 dt j cc j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 433
4996 Somewhat, by your patience, of each of these. And first, of the Course wee intend. Somewhat, by your patience, of each of these. And First, of the Course we intend. av, p-acp po22 n1, pp-f d pp-f d. cc ord, pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb. (16) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 433
4997 Wherein let these be our Enquiries: First, whether the thing be simply and in it selfe lawfull, or no; Wherein let these be our Enquiries: First, whither the thing be simply and in it self lawful, or no; q-crq vvb d vbb po12 n2: ord, cs dt n1 vbb av-j cc p-acp pn31 n1 j, cc av-dx; (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 433
4998 Secondly, whether it be lawfull so as to be made a Calling, or no; Thirdly, whether it will be profitable, or rather hurtfull to the Common-wealth. Secondly, whither it be lawful so as to be made a Calling, or no; Thirdly, whither it will be profitable, or rather hurtful to the Commonwealth. ord, cs pn31 vbb j av c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn dt vvg, cc av-dx; ord, cs pn31 vmb vbi j, cc av-c j p-acp dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 433
4999 Now obserue the Rules. The first Rule this, Aduenture not on any course, without good assurance that it be in it selfe lawfull. Now observe the Rules. The First Rule this, Adventure not on any course, without good assurance that it be in it self lawful. av vvb dt n2. dt ord vvi d, n1 xx p-acp d n1, p-acp j n1 cst pn31 vbb p-acp pn31 n1 j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 433
5000 The ground of this Rule is plaine and euident. The ground of this Rule is plain and evident. dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz j cc j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 433
5001 For it cannot be that God, who hateth and forbiddeth and punisheth euery sin in euery man, should call any man to the practice of any sinne. For it cannot be that God, who hates and forbiddeth and Punisheth every since in every man, should call any man to the practice of any sin. p-acp pn31 vmbx vbi cst np1, r-crq vvz cc vvz cc vvz d n1 p-acp d n1, vmd vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 433
5002 Let him that stole, steale no more, saith S. Paul; but rather let him labour with his hands the thing that is good. Let him that stole, steal no more, Says S. Paul; but rather let him labour with his hands the thing that is good. vvb pno31 cst vvd, vvi dx av-dc, vvz n1 np1; cc-acp av-c vvb pno31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 dt n1 cst vbz j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5003 Eph 4. If it be not something that is good; it is good for him to hold his hands off: Ephesians 4. If it be not something that is good; it is good for him to hold his hands off: np1 crd cs pn31 vbb xx pi cst vbz j; pn31 vbz j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 a-acp: (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5004 let him be sure God neuer called him to labour in that: let him be sure God never called him to labour in that: vvb pno31 vbi j np1 av-x vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d: (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5005 and he were as good hold to his old trade, and steale still, as labour with his hands the thing that is not good. and he were as good hold to his old trade, and steal still, as labour with his hands the thing that is not good. cc pns31 vbdr a-acp j n1 p-acp po31 j n1, cc vvi av, c-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 dt n1 cst vbz xx j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5006 If Diana of Ephesus be an Idol, Demetrius his occupation must downe: If Diana of Ephesus be an Idol, Demetrius his occupation must down: cs np1 pp-f np1 vbb dt n1, np1 po31 n1 vmb a-acp: (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5007 hee must make no more siluer shrines for Diana, though by that craft hee haue his wealth. he must make no more silver shrines for Diana, though by that craft he have his wealth. pns31 vmb vvi av-dx dc n1 vvz p-acp np1, c-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vhb po31 n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5008 Tertullian excellently enlargeth himselfe in this argument in his booke de Idololatriae ; Tertullian excellently enlarges himself in this argument in his book de Idolatry; np1 av-j vvz px31 p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1 fw-fr fw-la; (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5009 strongly disapprouing their practice, who being Christians, yet got their liuing by making Statues and Images and other ornaments to sell to heathen Idolaters. strongly disapproving their practice, who being Christians, yet god their living by making Statues and Images and other Ornament to fell to heathen Idolaters. av-j vvg po32 n1, r-crq vbg njpg2, av vvd po32 n-vvg p-acp vvg n2 cc n2 cc j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5010 Offenders against this Rule are not only such as liue by Stealing, and Robbing, and Piracy, and Persecuting, and Witch-craft, and other such like vngodly practices as are made capitall euen by the Lawes of men, and punishable by death: Offenders against this Rule Are not only such as live by Stealing, and Robbing, and Piracy, and Persecuting, and Witchcraft, and other such like ungodly practices as Are made capital even by the Laws of men, and punishable by death: n2 p-acp d n1 vbr xx av-j d c-acp vvi p-acp vvg, cc vvg, cc n1, cc vvg, cc n1, cc j-jn d av-j j n2 c-acp vbr vvn j av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc j p-acp n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5011 but all such also, as maintaine themselues by, or get their liuing in any course, absolutely condemned by the Law of God ; but all such also, as maintain themselves by, or get their living in any course, absolutely condemned by the Law of God; cc-acp d d av, c-acp vvb px32 p-acp, cc vvi po32 n-vvg p-acp d n1, av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5012 howsoeuer they may finde amongst men either expresse allowance, as Whores and Baudes doe in the holy Mother Church of Rome, or at least some kind of toleration by conniuence ; howsoever they may find among men either express allowance, as Whores and Bawds do in the holy Mother Church of Rome, or At least Some kind of toleration by connivance; c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n2 d j n1, p-acp n2 cc n2 vdb p-acp dt j n1 n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp ds d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5013 as Charmers, and Fortune-tellers, and Wisards doe amongst vs. Which sort of people, it is scarce credible how generally and miserably our common ignorants are besotted with the opinion of their skill, as Charmers, and Fortune-tellers, and Wizards do among us Which sort of people, it is scarce credible how generally and miserably our Common Ignorants Are besotted with the opinion of their skill, c-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2 vdb p-acp pno12 r-crq n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz av-j j c-crq av-j cc av-j po12 j n2-j vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5014 and how pitifully they are gulled by their damnable impostures, through their owne foolish credulity. These superstitions helped to roote out the Amorites out of the land of Canaan : and how pitifully they Are gulled by their damnable Impostors, through their own foolish credulity. These superstitions helped to root out the amorites out of the land of Canaan: cc c-crq av-j pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n2, p-acp po32 d j n1. d n2 vvd pc-acp vvi av dt np1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 434
5015 and it may passe among Sauls best Acts, that hee rooted out these superstitions out of the land of Israel : and it may pass among Saul's best Acts, that he rooted out these superstitions out of the land of Israel: cc pn31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 av-js n2, cst pns31 vvd av d n2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 435
5016 And great pitie it is, that such as make a trade of these superstitions are not by some seuere prouisions rooted out of this, And great pity it is, that such as make a trade of these superstitions Are not by Some severe provisions rooted out of this, cc j n1 pn31 vbz, cst d c-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbr xx p-acp d j n2 vvn av pp-f d, (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 435
5017 and euery other Christian Land. Let this first Rule be remembred of vs in euery choice and tryall of our Callings; and every other Christian Land. Let this First Rule be remembered of us in every choice and trial of our Callings; cc d j-jn njp n1 vvb d ord n1 vbi vvn pp-f pno12 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 435
5018 No vnlawfull thing can be a lawfull Calling. No, nor yet euery lawfull thing neither. No unlawful thing can be a lawful Calling. No, nor yet every lawful thing neither. dx j n1 vmb vbi dt j vvg. uh-dx, ccx av d j n1 av-dx. (16) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 435
5019 For many things may be lawfull in the priuate vse, which yet may not lawfully be made a Calling, or trade of life. For many things may be lawful in the private use, which yet may not lawfully be made a Calling, or trade of life. p-acp d n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt j n1, r-crq av vmb xx av-j vbi vvn dt vvg, cc n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 435
5020 Who can reasonably deny the lawfulnesse of many disports and recreations, as bowling, or shooting, or euen Cardes and Dice ? and yet who can reasonably thinke it should be a commendable Calling for any man to be a profest Bowler, or Archer, or Gamster, and nothing else? Therefore take a second Rule; Make not a Calling of that, which was not made to be a Calling. Who can reasonably deny the lawfulness of many disports and recreations, as bowling, or shooting, or even Cards and Dice? and yet who can reasonably think it should be a commendable Calling for any man to be a professed Bowler, or Archer, or Gamester, and nothing Else? Therefore take a second Rule; Make not a Calling of that, which was not made to be a Calling. q-crq vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, c-acp vvg, cc vvg, cc j n2 cc n2? cc av q-crq vmb av-j vvi pn31 vmd vbi dt j vvg p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi dt j-vvn n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc pix av? av vvb dt ord n1; vvb xx dt vvg pp-f d, r-crq vbds xx vvn pc-acp vbi dt vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 435
5021 If you shall aske, how you shall know a thing to be such. If you shall ask, how you shall know a thing to be such. cs pn22 vmb vvi, c-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi d. (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 435
5022 I answer, generally all such things are of this nature, as are indifferent for men of all sorts and callings to vse with due caution and circumstances; I answer, generally all such things Are of this nature, as Are indifferent for men of all sorts and callings to use with due caution and Circumstances; pns11 vvb, av-j d d n2 vbr pp-f d n1, c-acp vbr j p-acp n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n1 cc n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 435
5023 and more especially matters of delight, and recreations are such. And the reasons are good. and more especially matters of delight, and recreations Are such. And the Reasons Are good. cc av-dc av-j n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 vbr d. cc dt n2 vbr j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 435
5024 The ground of particular Calling is some peculiar gift of God, according to the differences that are to be found in particular men in regard either of the soule, or of the body, or of outward things : The ground of particular Calling is Some peculiar gift of God, according to the differences that Are to be found in particular men in regard either of the soul, or of the body, or of outward things: dt n1 pp-f j vvg vbz d j n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp dt n2 cst vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 av-d pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f j n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 435
5025 wheras such things as these, whereof we now speake, become of Lawfull and commendable vse, not so much from any speciall ability receiued from God, which should be exercised therein, whereas such things as these, whereof we now speak, become of Lawful and commendable use, not so much from any special ability received from God, which should be exercised therein, cs d n2 c-acp d, c-crq pns12 av vvi, vvn pp-f j cc j n1, xx av av-d p-acp d j n1 vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vmd vbi vvn av, (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 436
5026 as from the common necessity of our weak nature, which is to be refreshed therby. as from the Common necessity of our weak nature, which is to be refreshed thereby. c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 j n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av. (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 436
5027 And the End also, for which God permitteth vs these things, is not to employ our strength and time in them; And the End also, for which God permitteth us these things, is not to employ our strength and time in them; cc dt vvb av, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pno12 d n2, vbz xx pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 436
5028 but to giue vs some refreshing, when we are wearied with former labour, and so to fit vs for fresh and future employment. but to give us Some refreshing, when we Are wearied with former labour, and so to fit us for fresh and future employment. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 d vvg, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp j n1, cc av p-acp j pno12 p-acp j cc j-jn n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 436
5029 The workes of our Callings, they are as our Meates and Drinkes: these of Delight, as Sauces, or as Physicke; and as sauces or Physicke they are to be vsed, and not otherwise. The works of our Callings, they Are as our Meats and Drinks: these of Delight, as Sauces, or as Physic; and as sauces or Physic they Are to be used, and not otherwise. dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, pns32 vbr p-acp po12 n2 cc vvz: d pp-f n1, p-acp n2, cc c-acp n1; cc c-acp n2 cc n1 pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, cc xx av. (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 436
5030 As absurd then as it would be for a man to accustome himselfe to no other dyet but slabber-sauces, and Druggs : As absurd then as it would be for a man to accustom himself to no other diet but slabber-sauces, and Drugs: p-acp j av c-acp pn31 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dx j-jn n1 p-acp n2, cc n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 436
5031 so absurd a thing is it for a man to haue no other Calling but Dicing, and Carding, and Gaming. Amongst offenders against this Rule, that I reckon not Iuglers, and Fidlers, and Tumblers, and Bearewards, and Rope-dancers, and Rymers, and the rest of that rabble; so absurd a thing is it for a man to have no other Calling but Dicing, and Carding, and Gaming. among offenders against this Rule, that I reckon not Jugglers, and Fiddlers, and Tumblers, and Bearwards, and Rope-dancers, and Rhymers, and the rest of that rabble; av j dt n1 vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi dx j-jn vvg p-acp vvg, cc vvg, cc n-vvg. p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, cst pns11 vvb xx n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 436
5032 they may thanke the basenesse of their condition, rather than the Lawfulnesse of their Course. I strike rather, at those that are more both eminent and pernicious; they may thank the baseness of their condition, rather than the Lawfulness of their Course. I strike rather, At those that Are more both eminent and pernicious; pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, av-c cs dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. pns11 vvb av-c, p-acp d cst vbr av-dc av-d j cc j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 436
5033 especially those Bawdes of vnthriftinesse, and almost euery other Vice ; (for where vnthriftinesse is, there is almost euery other Vice, ) I meane those parcell-Gallants that haue nothing to liue on but their witts, and no other vse of their witts, especially those Bawds of unthriftiness, and almost every other Vice; (for where unthriftiness is, there is almost every other Vice,) I mean those parcel-gallants that have nothing to live on but their wits, and no other use of their wits, av-j d n2 pp-f n1, cc av d j-jn n1; (c-acp q-crq n1 vbz, pc-acp vbz av d j-jn n1,) pns11 vvb d j cst vhb pix pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n2, cc dx j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 436
5034 but to distill a kind of maintenance from juicie heires and flush nouices by play. I would our Pantomimes also and Stage-players would examine themselues and their Callings by this Rule. If they should haue beene tryed by the bench of Fathers and Councells of old, but to distil a kind of maintenance from juicy Heirs and flush Novices by play. I would our Pantomimes also and Stageplayers would examine themselves and their Callings by this Rule. If they should have been tried by the bench of Father's and Counsels of old, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2 cc j n2 p-acp vvi. pns11 vmd po12 n2 av cc n2 vmd vvi px32 cc po32 n2 p-acp d vvi. cs pns32 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 pp-f j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 437
5035 or would haue put it to most voyces among later Diuines both Popish and Reformed ; or would have put it to most voices among later Divines both Popish and Reformed; cc vmd vhi vvn pn31 p-acp ds n2 p-acp jc n2-jn d j cc vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 437
5036 they had beene vtterly cast and condemned by the first Rule, and not haue beene repriued till now: they had been utterly cast and condemned by the First Rule, and not have been reprieved till now: pns32 vhd vbn av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt ord n1, cc xx vhi vbn vvn p-acp av: (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 437
5037 most holding, not the Calling onely, but the very Practice and Thing it self vnlawfull and damnable. most holding, not the Calling only, but the very Practice and Thing it self unlawful and damnable. av-ds vvg, xx dt vvg av-j, cc-acp dt j vvi cc n1 pn31 n1 j cc j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 437
5038 For my owne part, I dare not at all say the Practice is, neither will I now say the Calling is vnlawfull: For my own part, I Dare not At all say the Practice is, neither will I now say the Calling is unlawful: p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vvb xx p-acp d vvb dt n1 vbz, dx vmb pns11 av vvb dt vvg vbz j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 437
5039 onely let them that make a Calling of it, consider themselues and their Calling well, only let them that make a Calling of it, Consider themselves and their Calling well, av-j vvb pno32 cst vvb dt vvg pp-f pn31, vvb px32 cc po32 vvg av, (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 437
5040 and examine whether God hath not bestowed vpon them some gifts, which they might haue employed a better way, and examine whither God hath not bestowed upon them Some Gifts, which they might have employed a better Way, cc vvb cs np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp pno32 d n2, r-crq pns32 vmd vhi vvn dt jc n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 437
5041 and what inducements they haue, and of what waight those inducements are, to giue their consciences security, that they haue done well, in embracing this as their Calling. and what inducements they have, and of what weight those inducements Are, to give their Consciences security, that they have done well, in embracing this as their Calling. cc r-crq n2 pns32 vhb, cc pp-f r-crq n1 d n2 vbr, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 n1, cst pns32 vhb vdn av, p-acp vvg d p-acp po32 vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 437
5042 And when they haue thus done, freely and faithfully as in the sight of God; if their own hearts condemne them not, neither doe I: And when they have thus done, freely and faithfully as in the sighed of God; if their own hearts condemn them not, neither do I: cc c-crq pns32 vhb av vdn, av-j cc av-j c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cs po32 d n2 vvi pno32 xx, av-dx vdb pns11: (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 437
5043 in the meane time, I would but be their remembrancer of thus much onely, that there are some things lawfull to doe, which are not lawfull to liue by ; in the mean time, I would but be their remembrancer of thus much only, that there Are Some things lawful to do, which Are not lawful to live by; p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vmd cc-acp vbi po32 n1 pp-f av d j, cst a-acp vbr d n2 j p-acp vdb, r-crq vbr xx j p-acp vvb p-acp; (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 437
5044 something lawfull as Delights, which are not lawfull as Callings. And so much for that second Rule. something lawful as Delights, which Are not lawful as Callings. And so much for that second Rule. pi j p-acp n2, r-crq vbr xx j c-acp n2. cc av av-d c-acp cst ord n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 437
5045 There is yet a third Rule behind, and that is this. There is yet a third Rule behind, and that is this. pc-acp vbz av dt ord n1 a-acp, cc d vbz d. (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 437
5046 Resolue not vpon that course for thy Calling, what pretences soeuer, or what reasons thou maist haue for the lawfulnesse of it otherwise, which is rather hurtfull, than profitable for the common-wealth. Resolve not upon that course for thy Calling, what pretences soever, or what Reasons thou Mayest have for the lawfulness of it otherwise, which is rather hurtful, than profitable for the commonwealth. vvb xx p-acp d n1 p-acp po21 vvg, r-crq n2 av, cc r-crq n2 pns21 vm2 vhi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av, r-crq vbz av-c j, cs j p-acp dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 437
5047 The Publicke good is one of those maine respects which enforce the Necessitie of a Calling : The Public good is one of those main respects which enforce the Necessity of a Calling: dt j j vbz pi pp-f d j n2 r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f dt vvg: (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 438
5048 the same respect then must of necessitie enforce such a Calling, as may at leastwise stand with the Publique good. The manifestation of the Spirit is giuen to euery man (saith our Apostle after at the twelfth Chapter) to profit withall ; the same respect then must of necessity enforce such a Calling, as may At leastwise stand with the Public good. The manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man (Says our Apostle After At the twelfth Chapter) to profit withal; dt d n1 av vmb pp-f n1 vvi d dt vvg, c-acp vmb p-acp av vvi p-acp dt j j. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 (vvz po12 n1 a-acp p-acp dt ord n1) pc-acp vvi av; (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 438
5049 yea perhaps, to profit himselfe withall. If it were but so, yet that were enough to inferre more; yea perhaps, to profit himself withal. If it were but so, yet that were enough to infer more; uh av, pc-acp vvi px31 av. cs pn31 vbdr cc-acp av, av cst vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi av-dc; (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 438
5050 sith the priuate good is included in the publike tanquam trigonum in tetragono. But the Apostle meant to speake home; sith the private good is included in the public tanquam trigonum in tetragono. But the Apostle meant to speak home; c-acp dt j j vbz vvd p-acp dt j fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la. p-acp dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi av-an; (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 438
5051 and therefore he made choyce of a word that will not admit that glosse of priuate profit NONLATINALPHABET. and Therefore he made choice of a word that will not admit that gloss of private profit. cc av pns31 vvd n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vmb xx vvi d n1 pp-f j vvb. (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 438
5052 That very word impliedly preferreth the publike good before the priuate ; That very word impliedly preferreth the public good before the private; cst j n1 av-j vvz dt j j p-acp dt j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 438
5053 and scarce alloweth the priuate otherwise than as it is enterwouen in the publike. Now things in themselues lawfull, and scarce alloweth the private otherwise than as it is interwoven in the public. Now things in themselves lawful, cc av-j vvz dt j av av c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j. av n2 p-acp px32 j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 438
5054 and at sometimes vsefull, may, in regard of the End, or of the Matter, or by some accident, otherwise happen at some other times to be hurtfull to the Common-wealth: and At sometime useful, may, in regard of the End, or of the Matter, or by Some accident, otherwise happen At Some other times to be hurtful to the Commonwealth: cc p-acp av j, vmb, p-acp n1 pp-f dt vvb, cc pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp d n1, av vvi p-acp d j-jn n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 438
5055 and hereof such due consideration would be had in the choyce and exercise of our Callings, and hereof such due consideration would be had in the choice and exercise of our Callings, cc av d j-jn n1 vmd vbi vhn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 438
5056 as euer to haue one eye vpon the common good, and not wholly to looke after our owne priuate gaine. Offenders against this Rule are most of our Engrossers, and Forestallers, and sundry kinds of Hucksters and Regraters: as also those that export money, corne, as ever to have one eye upon the Common good, and not wholly to look After our own private gain. Offenders against this Rule Are most of our Engrossers, and Forestallers, and sundry Kinds of Hucksters and Regraters: as also those that export money, corn, c-acp av pc-acp vhi crd n1 p-acp dt j j, cc xx av-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 d j n1. n2 p-acp d n1 vbr av-ds pp-f po12 n2, cc np1, cc j n2 pp-f n2 cc n2: c-acp av d cst vvb n1, n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 438
5057 or other needfull commodities out of the Land in times of want or scarcenesse, or bring in vnnecessary commoditities when there is plenty at home: or other needful commodities out of the Land in times of want or scarceness, or bring in unnecessary commodities when there is plenty At home: cc j-jn j n2 av pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f vvb cc n1, cc vvb p-acp j n2 c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp av-an: (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 438
5058 and all those that project new deuices, & vniust Monopolies, to fill their owne Coffers, perhaps not without pretension of some small benefit to the Common-wealth, but certainly not without sensible and grieuous pressures of those that are a great part of the Common-wealth. and all those that project new devices, & unjust Monopolies, to fill their own Coffers, perhaps not without pretension of Some small benefit to the Commonwealth, but Certainly not without sensible and grievous pressures of those that Are a great part of the Commonwealth. cc d d cst n1 j n2, cc j-u n2, pc-acp vvi po32 d n2, av xx p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp av-j xx p-acp j cc j n2 pp-f d cst vbr dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 439
5059 Thus haue we deliuered three Rules, concerning the Qualitie of a right Calling: and pointed out some speciall offenders against each of them. Thus have we Delivered three Rules, Concerning the Quality of a right Calling: and pointed out Some special offenders against each of them. av vhb pns12 vvn crd n2, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn vvg: cc vvd av d j n2 p-acp d pp-f pno32. (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 439
5060 And now me thinkes I see the Vsurer hugging himselfe, and clapping his sides, that hee hath come off so fairely: And now me thinks I see the Usurer hugging himself, and clapping his sides, that he hath come off so fairly: cc av pno11 vvz pns11 vvb dt n1 vvg px31, cc vvg po31 n2, cst pns31 vhz vvn a-acp av av-j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 439
5061 surely his Calling is absolute good, whereon none of these Rules could fasten. surely his Calling is absolute good, whereon none of these Rules could fasten. av-j po31 vvg vbz j j, c-crq pix pp-f d vvz vmd vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 439
5062 But it is indeede with the Vsurer in this case, as with the Drunkard. If the Drunkard should aske me against which of the ten Commandements hee offended; But it is indeed with the Usurer in this case, as with the Drunkard. If the Drunkard should ask me against which of the ten commandments he offended; p-acp pn31 vbz av p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1. cs dt n1 vmd vvi pno11 p-acp r-crq pp-f dt crd n2 pns31 vvd; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 439
5063 I confesse I could not readily giue him a direct punctuall answer: Not that he sinneth not against any; I confess I could not readily give him a Direct punctual answer: Not that he Sinneth not against any; pns11 vvb pns11 vmd xx av-j vvi pno31 dt j j n1: xx cst pns31 vvz xx p-acp d; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 439
5064 but because hee sinneth against so many of them, that it is hard to say against which most. but Because he Sinneth against so many of them, that it is hard to say against which most. cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp av d pp-f pno32, cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq av-ds. (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 439
5065 He sinneth against the sixt Commandement, by distempering his body ; he sinneth against the seuenth, by enflaming his lust ; He Sinneth against the sixt Commandment, by distempering his body; he Sinneth against the Seventh, by enflaming his lust; pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp j-vvg po31 n1; pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord, p-acp vvg po31 vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 439
5066 he sinneth against the eighth by making waste of the good creatures of God. Right so is it with our Vsurer in this Case: he Sinneth against the eighth by making waste of the good creatures of God. Right so is it with our Usurer in this Case: pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord p-acp vvg n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1. av-jn av vbz pn31 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 439
5067 Hee would pose me, that should aske me the Question, which of these three Rules fetcheth-in the Vsurer, & his Calling. Verily, I cannot well tell which most; He would pose me, that should ask me the Question, which of these three Rules fetcheth-in the Usurer, & his Calling. Verily, I cannot well tell which most; pns31 vmd vvi pno11, cst vmd vvi pno11 dt n1, r-crq pp-f d crd vvz j dt n1, cc po31 vvg. av-j, pns11 vmbx av vvi r-crq av-ds; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 439
5068 I thinke euery one of the three may: howsoeuer, among the three, I am sure I haue him. I think every one of the three may: howsoever, among the three, I am sure I have him. pns11 vvb d crd pp-f dt crd n1: c-acp, p-acp dt crd, pns11 vbm j pns11 vhb pno31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 439
5069 If Vsury be simply vnlawfull (as most of the learned haue concluded,) then the first Rule hath him. If Usury be simply unlawful (as most of the learned have concluded,) then the First Rule hath him. cs n1 vbb av-j j (c-acp ds pp-f dt j vhb vvn,) av dt ord n1 vhz pno31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 439
5070 I should be very tender to condemne any thing as simply vnlawfull, which any euen imaginary conjuncture of circumstances would render lawfull; I should be very tender to condemn any thing as simply unlawful, which any even imaginary conjuncture of Circumstances would render lawful; pns11 vmd vbi av j pc-acp vvi d n1 c-acp av-j j, r-crq d av j n1 pp-f n2 vmd vvi j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5071 and would chuse rather by an ouer-liberall charity to couer a multitude of sinnes, (if I may abuse the Apostles phrase to that sense) than by a too superstitious restraint make one. and would choose rather by an over-liberal charity to cover a multitude of Sins, (if I may abuse the Apostles phrase to that sense) than by a too superstitious restraint make one. cc vmd vvi av-c p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, (cs pns11 vmb vvi dt n2 vvb p-acp d n1) cs p-acp dt av j n1 vvi pi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5072 Yet the Texts of Scripture are so expresse, and the grounds of Reason so strong against all Vsury: that when I weigh these on the one side, Yet the Texts of Scripture Are so express, and the grounds of Reason so strong against all Usury: that when I weigh these on the one side, av dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr av j, cc dt n2 pp-f vvb av j p-acp d n1: cst c-crq pns11 vvb d p-acp dt crd n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5073 and on the other side, how nothing all that is, which I euer yet saw or heard alleadged to the contrary; and on the other side, how nothing all that is, which I ever yet saw or herd alleged to the contrary; cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq pix d cst vbz, r-crq pns11 av av vvd cc vvn vvd p-acp dt n-jn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5074 I cannot find in my selfe charitie enough to absolue any kinde of Vsury, with what cautions or circumstances soeuer qualified, from being a sinne. But I will suspect mine owne and the common iudgement herein, I cannot find in my self charity enough to absolve any kind of Usury, with what cautions or Circumstances soever qualified, from being a sin. But I will suspect mine own and the Common judgement herein, pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp po11 n1 n1 av-d pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq n2 cc n2 av vvn, p-acp vbg dt n1. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi po11 d cc dt j n1 av, (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5075 and admit for this once (dato, non concesso,) that Vsury bee in some case lawfull, and so our Vsurer escape the first Rule ; and admit for this once (dato, non concesso,) that Usury be in Some case lawful, and so our Usurer escape the First Rule; cc vvi p-acp d c-acp (n1, fw-fr fw-it,) d n1 vbb p-acp d n1 j, cc av po12 n1 vvi dt ord n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5076 which yet cannot be, till his teeth be knocked out for biting: which yet cannot be, till his teeth be knocked out for biting: r-crq av vmbx vbi, c-acp po31 n2 vbb vvn av p-acp vvg: (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5077 But you must knock out his braines too, before he escape our second Rule. I dare say, the most learned Vsurer that liueth (and they say some learned ones are Vsurers) will neuer be able to proue, that Vsury, if it bee at all lawfull, is so lawfull, But you must knock out his brains too, before he escape our second Rule. I Dare say, the most learned Usurer that lives (and they say Some learned ones Are Usurers) will never be able to prove, that Usury, if it be At all lawful, is so lawful, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi av po31 n2 av, c-acp pns31 vvi po12 ord n1. pns11 vvb vvi, dt av-ds j n1 cst vvz (cc pns32 vvb d j pi2 vbr n2) vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi, cst n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp d j, vbz av j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5078 as to bee made a Calling. Here all his Doctors, and his Proctors, and his Aduocates leaue him. as to be made a Calling. Here all his Doctors, and his Proctors, and his Advocates leave him. c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn dt vvg. av av-d po31 n2, cc po31 n2, cc po31 n2 vvb pno31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5079 For can it possibly enter into any reasonable mans head to thinke, that a man should be borne for nothing else, For can it possibly enter into any reasonable men head to think, that a man should be born for nothing Else, p-acp vmb pn31 av-j vvi p-acp d j ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pix av, (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5080 but to tell out money, and take in paper? which if a man had manie millions of gold and siluer, could take vp but a small portion of that precious time which God would haue spent in some honest and fruitfull emploiment. But what doe I speake of the iudgement of reasonable men in so plaine a matter; but to tell out money, and take in paper? which if a man had many millions of gold and silver, could take up but a small portion of that precious time which God would have spent in Some honest and fruitful employment. But what do I speak of the judgement of reasonable men in so plain a matter; cc-acp pc-acp vvi av n1, cc vvb p-acp n1? r-crq cs dt n1 vhd d crd pp-f n1 cc n1, vmd vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq np1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp d j cc j n1. cc-acp q-crq vdb pns11 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp av j dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 441
5081 wherein I dare appeale to the conscience, euen of the Vsurer himselfe; wherein I Dare appeal to the conscience, even of the Usurer himself; c-crq pns11 vvb vvi p-acp dt n1, av pp-f dt n1 px31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 441
5082 and it had neede bee a very plaine matter, that a man would referre to the conscience of an Vsurer. and it had need be a very plain matter, that a man would refer to the conscience of an Usurer. cc pn31 vhd n1 vbi dt av j n1, cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 441
5083 No honest man neede be ashamed of an honest Calling: if then the Vsurers Calling be such, what need hee care who knoweth it, No honest man need be ashamed of an honest Calling: if then the Usurers Calling be such, what need he care who Knoweth it, uh-dx j n1 n1 vbb j pp-f dt j vvg: cs av dt n2 vvg vbb d, r-crq n1 pns31 vvb r-crq vvz pn31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 441
5084 or why should he shame with it? If that be his trade, why doth hee not in his Bills, and Bonds, and Nouerints, make it knowne to all men by those presents that he is an Vsurer, rather than write himselfe Gentleman or Yeoman, or by some other stile? But say yet our Vsurer should escape, at least in the iudgement of his owne hardened conscience, from both these Rules, as from the sword of Iehu and Hazael: there is yet a third Rule, like the sword of Elisha, to strike him stond dead; or why should he shame with it? If that be his trade, why does he not in his Bills, and Bonds, and Noverints, make it known to all men by those presents that he is an Usurer, rather than write himself Gentleman or Yeoman, or by Some other style? But say yet our Usurer should escape, At least in the judgement of his own hardened conscience, from both these Rules, as from the sword of Iehu and hazael: there is yet a third Rule, like the sword of Elisha, to strike him stand dead; cc q-crq vmd pns31 vvi p-acp pn31? cs d vbb po31 n1, uh-crq vdz pns31 xx p-acp po31 n2, cc n2, cc n2, vvb pn31 vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp d n2 cst pns31 vbz dt n1, av-c cs vvi px31 n1 cc n1, cc p-acp d j-jn n1? cc-acp vvb av po12 n1 vmd vvi, p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d j-vvn n1, p-acp d d n2, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1: a-acp vbz av dt ord n1, av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 441
5085 and he shall neuer be able to escape that. Let him shew wherein his Calling is profitable to humane society. Hee keepeth no hospitalitie: and he shall never be able to escape that. Let him show wherein his Calling is profitable to humane society. He Keepeth no hospitality: cc pns31 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi d. vvb pno31 vvi c-crq po31 vvg vbz j p-acp j n1. pns31 vvz dx n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 441
5086 if he haue but a barr'd chest, & a strong lock to keepe his god and his scriptures (his Mammon and his Parchments in,) hee hath house-roome enough. He fleeceth many; but cloatheth none. He biteth and deuoureth ; if he have but a barred chest, & a strong lock to keep his god and his Scriptures (his Mammon and his Parchments in,) he hath houseroom enough. He fleeceth many; but clotheth none. He bites and devoureth; cs pns31 vhb p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc dt j vvb pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc po31 n2 (po31 np1 cc po31 n2 p-acp,) pns31 vhz n1 av-d. pns31 vvz av-d; cc-acp vvz pi. pns31 vvz cc vvz; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 441
5087 but eateth all his morsels alone: but Eateth all his morsels alone: cc-acp vvz d po31 n2 av-j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 441
5088 He giueth not so much as a crumme, no not to his dearest Broker or Scriuener ; He gives not so much as a crumb, no not to his dearest Broker or Scrivener; pns31 vvz xx av av-d c-acp dt n1, dx xx p-acp po31 js-jn n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 441
5089 onely, where he biteth, he alloweth them to scratch what they can for themselues. only, where he bites, he alloweth them to scratch what they can for themselves. av-j, c-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp vvb r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp px32. (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 441
5090 The King, the Church, the Poore, are all wronged by him, and so are all that liue neere him: The King, the Church, the Poor, Are all wronged by him, and so Are all that live near him: dt n1, dt n1, dt j, vbr d vvn p-acp pno31, cc av vbr d cst vvb av-j pno31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 441
5091 in euery common charge hee slippeth the collar, and leaueth the burden vpon those that are lesse able. in every Common charge he slippeth the collar, and Leaveth the burden upon those that Are less able. p-acp d j n1 pns31 vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp d cst vbr av-dc j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5092 It were not possible Vsurers should be so bitterly inueighed against by sober heathen Writers ; so seuerely censured by the Ciuill and Canon Lawes; It were not possible Usurers should be so bitterly inveighed against by Sobrium heathen Writers; so severely censured by the Civil and Canon Laws; pn31 vbdr xx j n2 vmd vbi av av-j vvd p-acp p-acp j j-jn n2; av av-j vvn p-acp dt j cc n1 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5093 so vniformly condemned by godly Fathers and Councells ; so vniuersally hated by all men of all sorts and in all ages and countries, so uniformly condemned by godly Father's and Counsels; so universally hated by all men of all sorts and in all ages and countries, av av-j vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2; av av-j vvd p-acp d n2 pp-f d n2 cc p-acp d n2 cc n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5094 as Histories and experience manifest they euer haue been, and are: as Histories and experience manifest they ever have been, and Are: c-acp n2 cc n1 vvi pns32 av vhb vbn, cc vbr: (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5095 if their Practice and Calling had been any way profitable, and not indeed euery way hurtfull and incommodious both to priuate men and publike societies. If anie thing can make a Calling vnlawfull; if their Practice and Calling had been any Way profitable, and not indeed every Way hurtful and incommodious both to private men and public societies. If any thing can make a Calling unlawful; cs po32 vvi cc vvg vhd vbn d n1 j, cc xx av d n1 j cc j av-d p-acp j n2 cc j n2. cs d n1 vmb vvi dt vvg j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5096 certainly the Vsurers Calling cannot be lawfull. Our first care past, which concerneth the Calling it selfe; Certainly the Usurers Calling cannot be lawful. Our First care past, which concerns the Calling it self; av-j dt n2 vvg vmbx vbi j. po12 ord vvb j, r-crq vvz dt vvg pn31 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 440
5097 our next care in our choyce must be, to enquire into Our selues, what Calling is most fit for vs, and wee for it. our next care in our choice must be, to inquire into Our selves, what Calling is most fit for us, and we for it. po12 ord vvb p-acp po12 n1 vmb vbi, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vvg vbz av-ds j p-acp pno12, cc pns12 p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 440
5098 Wherein our Enquirie must rest especially vpon three things; Wherein our Enquiry must rest especially upon three things; c-crq po12 n1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp crd n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 440
5099 our Inclination, our Gifts, and our Education. Concerning which, let this be the first Rule: Where these three concurre vpon one and the same Calling, our consciences may rest assured that that Calling is fit for vs; our Inclination, our Gifts, and our Education. Concerning which, let this be the First Rule: Where these three concur upon one and the same Calling, our Consciences may rest assured that that Calling is fit for us; po12 n1, po12 n2, cc po12 n1. vvg r-crq, vvb d vbb dt ord n1: q-crq d crd vvb p-acp crd cc dt d vvg, po12 n2 vmb vvi j-vvn cst d vvg vbz j p-acp pno12; (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 440
5100 and we ought, so farre as it lieth in our power, to resolue to follow that. and we ought, so Far as it lies in our power, to resolve to follow that. cc pns12 vmd, av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi d. (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 440
5101 This Rule, if wel obserued, is of singular vse, for the settling of their consciences, who are scrupulous & doubtfull concerning their inward Calling to anie office or imployment. This Rule, if well observed, is of singular use, for the settling of their Consciences, who Are scrupulous & doubtful Concerning their inward Calling to any office or employment. d vvi, cs av vvn, vbz pp-f j n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po32 n2, r-crq vbr j cc j vvg po32 av-j vvg p-acp d n1 cc n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 440
5102 Diuines teach it commonly, and that truly, that euerie man should haue an inward Calling from God for his particular course of life: Divines teach it commonly, and that truly, that every man should have an inward Calling from God for his particular course of life: n2-jn vvb pn31 av-j, cc cst av-j, cst d n1 vmd vhi dt j vvg p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 440
5103 and this in the calling of the Ministerie is by so much more requisite, than in most other callings, by how much the businesse of it is more weighty than theirs, and this in the calling of the Ministry is by so much more requisite, than in most other callings, by how much the business of it is more weighty than theirs, cc d p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp av av-d av-dc j, cs p-acp ds j-jn n2, p-acp c-crq av-d dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av-dc j cs png32, (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 443
5104 as of things more immediately belonging vnto God. as of things more immediately belonging unto God. c-acp pp-f n2 av-dc av-j vvg p-acp np1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 443
5105 Whence it is, that in our Church none are admitted into holy Orders, vntill they haue personally and expresly made profession before the Bishop, that they find themselues inwardly called & moued thereunto. Whence it is, that in our Church none Are admitted into holy Order, until they have personally and expressly made profession before the Bishop, that they find themselves inwardly called & moved thereunto. c-crq pn31 vbz, cst p-acp po12 n1 pix vbr vvn p-acp j n1, c-acp pns32 vhb av-j cc av-j vvd n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vvb px32 av-j vvn cc vvn av. (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 443
5106 But because what that inward calling is, & how it should be discerned, is a thing not so distinctly declared and vnderstood, generally as it should be: But Because what that inward calling is, & how it should be discerned, is a thing not so distinctly declared and understood, generally as it should be: cc-acp p-acp r-crq d j vvg vbz, cc c-crq pn31 vmd vbi vvn, vbz dt n1 xx av av-j vvn cc vvn, av-j c-acp pn31 vmd vbi: (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 443
5107 it often falleth out, that men are distressed in conscience with doubts & scruples in this case, it often falls out, that men Are distressed in conscience with doubts & scruples in this case, pn31 av vvz av, cst n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 443
5108 whilest they desire to bee assured of their inward calling, and know not how. whilst they desire to be assured of their inward calling, and know not how. cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po32 j n-vvg, cc vvb xx c-crq. (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 443
5109 Wee are to know therefore, that to this inward calling there is not of necessity required anie inward secret sensible testimony of Gods blessed sanctifying Spirit to a mans soule, (for then an vnsanctified man could not be rightly called;) neither yet any strong working of the Spirit of Illumination, (for then a meere heathen man could not bee rightly called): both which consequents are false. we Are to know Therefore, that to this inward calling there is not of necessity required any inward secret sensible testimony of God's blessed sanctifying Spirit to a men soul, (for then an unsanctified man could not be rightly called;) neither yet any strong working of the Spirit of Illumination, (for then a mere heathen man could not be rightly called): both which consequents Are false. pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av, cst p-acp d j vvg a-acp vbz xx pp-f n1 vvd d j j-jn j n1 pp-f npg1 j-vvn vvg n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (c-acp cs dt j n1 vmd xx vbi av-jn vvn;) d av d j n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (c-acp cs dt j j-jn n1 vmd xx vbi av-jn vvn): d r-crq n2-j vbr j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 443
5110 For Saul and Iudas were called; the one to the Kingdome, the other to the Apostleship ; For Saul and Iudas were called; the one to the Kingdom, the other to the Apostleship; p-acp np1 cc np1 vbdr vvn; dt pi p-acp dt n1, dt j-jn p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 443
5111 of whom it is certain the one was not, and it is not likely the other was, endued with the holy Spirit of Sanctification. And many heathen men haue beene called to seuerall emploiments, wherein they haue also laboured with much profit to their owne, and succeeding times; of whom it is certain the one was not, and it is not likely the other was, endued with the holy Spirit of Sanctification. And many heathen men have been called to several employments, wherein they have also laboured with much profit to their own, and succeeding times; pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbz j dt pi vbds xx, cc pn31 vbz xx j dt n-jn vbds, vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. cc d j-jn n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp j n2, c-crq pns32 vhb av vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 d, cc j-vvg n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 443
5112 who in all probability neuer had any other inward motion, than what might arise from some or all of these three things now specified: who in all probability never had any other inward motion, than what might arise from Some or all of these three things now specified: r-crq p-acp d n1 av-x vhd d j-jn j n1, cs q-crq vmd vvi p-acp d cc d pp-f d crd n2 av vvn: (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 443
5113 viz. the Inclination of their nature, their personall Abilities, and the care of Education. If it shall please God to affoord any of vs, any farther gracious assurance than these can giue vs, by some extraordinarie worke of his Spirit within vs; viz. the Inclination of their nature, their personal Abilities, and the care of Education. If it shall please God to afford any of us, any farther gracious assurance than these can give us, by Some extraordinary work of his Spirit within us; n1 dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, po32 j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. cs pn31 vmb vvi np1 pc-acp vvi d pp-f pno12, d jc j n1 cs d vmb vvi pno12, p-acp d j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12; (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 444
5114 we are to embrace it with ioy and thankfulnesse, as a speciall fauour: we Are to embrace it with joy and thankfulness, as a special favour: pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp vvb cc n1, p-acp dt j n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 444
5115 but wee are not to suspend our resolutions for the choice of a course, in expectation of that extraordinary assurance; but we Are not to suspend our resolutions for the choice of a course, in expectation of that extraordinary assurance; cc-acp pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 444
5116 since wee may receiue comfortable satisfaction to our soules without it, by these ordinary meanes, now mentioned. since we may receive comfortable satisfaction to our Souls without it, by these ordinary means, now mentioned. c-acp pns12 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp pn31, p-acp d j n2, av vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 444
5117 For who need be scrupulous, where all these concurre? Thy parents haue from thy childhood destinated thee to some special course, (admit the Ministery ) and beene at the care and charge to breed thee vp in learning, to make thee in some measure fit for it: For who need be scrupulous, where all these concur? Thy Parents have from thy childhood destinated thee to Some special course, (admit the Ministry) and been At the care and charge to breed thee up in learning, to make thee in Some measure fit for it: p-acp r-crq n1 vbb j, c-crq d d vvb? po21 n2 vhb p-acp po21 n1 vvn pno21 p-acp d j n1, (vvb dt n1) cc vbi p-acp dt n1 cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno21 a-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d n1 j p-acp pn31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 444
5118 when thou art growne to some maturity of yeares and discretion, thou findest in thy selfe a kinde of desire to bee doing some thing that way in thy priuate study by way of tryall; when thou art grown to Some maturity of Years and discretion, thou Findest in thy self a kind of desire to be doing Some thing that Way in thy private study by Way of trial; c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 cc n1, pns21 vv2 p-acp po21 n1 dt n1 pp-f vvb pc-acp vbi vdg d n1 cst n1 p-acp po21 j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 444
5119 and withall some measure of knowledge, discretion, and vtterance, (though perhaps not in such an eminent degree as thou couldest wish, and withal Some measure of knowledge, discretion, and utterance, (though perhaps not in such an eminent degree as thou Couldst wish, cc av d n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1, (cs av xx p-acp d dt j n1 c-acp pns21 vmd2 vvi, (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 444
5120 yet) in such a competency, as thou maist reasonably perswade thy selfe thou mightest thereby be able (with his blessing) to doe some good to Gods people, yet) in such a competency, as thou Mayest reasonably persuade thy self thou Mightest thereby be able (with his blessing) to do Some good to God's people, av) p-acp d dt n1, c-acp pns21 vm2 av-j vvi po21 n1 pns21 vmd2 av vbi j (p-acp po31 n1) pc-acp vdi d j p-acp npg1 n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 444
5121 and not bee altogether vnprofitable in the Ministery. In this so happy concurrence of Propension, Abilities, and Education ; and not be altogether unprofitable in the Ministry. In this so happy concurrence of Propension, Abilities, and Education; cc xx vbi av j-u p-acp dt n1. p-acp d av j n1 pp-f n1, n2, cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 444
5122 make no farther enquiry, doubt not of thine inward Calling: Tender thy selfe to those, that haue the power of Admission for thy outward Calling ; make no farther enquiry, doubt not of thine inward Calling: Tender thy self to those, that have the power of Admission for thy outward Calling; vvb av-dx av-jc n1, vvb xx pp-f po21 j vvg: vvb po21 n1 p-acp d, cst vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 j vvg; (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 444
5123 which once obtained, thou are certainly in thine owne proper Course. Vp and be doing : which once obtained, thou Are Certainly in thine own proper Course. Up and be doing: r-crq a-acp vvn, pns21 vbr av-j p-acp po21 d j n1. a-acp cc vbi vdg: (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 445
5124 for the Lord hath called thee, and (no doubt) the Lord will be with thee. for the Lord hath called thee, and (no doubt) the Lord will be with thee. c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno21, cc (dx n1) dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno21. (16) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 445
5125 But say, these three do not concurre; as oftentimes they doe not. But say, these three doe not concur; as oftentimes they do not. p-acp vvi, d crd n1 xx vvi; c-acp av pns32 vdb xx. (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 445
5126 A man may be destinated by his friends, and accordingly bred, out of some couetous or ambitious or other corrupt respect, to some Calling; wherefrom he may be altogether averse, and whereto altogether vnfit : A man may be destinated by his Friends, and accordingly bred, out of Some covetous or ambitious or other corrupt respect, to Some Calling; wherefrom he may be altogether averse, and whereto altogether unfit: dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc av-vvg vvn, av pp-f d j cc j cc j-jn j n1, p-acp d vvg; av pns31 vmb vbi av j, cc c-crq av j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 445
5127 as wee see some parents, that haue the donations or aduocations of Church liuings in their hands, must needs haue some of their children (and for the most part they set by the most vntoward and mishapen chip of the whole blocke to make timber for the Pulpit;) but some of their children they will haue thrust into the Ministery, though they haue neither a head, nor a heart for it. as we see Some Parents, that have the donations or advocations of Church livings in their hands, must needs have Some of their children (and for the most part they Set by the most untoward and Misshapen chip of the Whole block to make timber for the Pulpit;) but Some of their children they will have thrust into the Ministry, though they have neither a head, nor a heart for it. c-acp pns12 vvb d n2, cst vhb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 n2-vvg p-acp po32 n2, vmb av vhi d pp-f po32 n2 (cc p-acp dt av-ds n1 pns32 vvd p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1;) p-acp d pp-f po32 n2 pns32 vmb vhi vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vhb av-dx dt n1, ccx dt n1 p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 445
5128 Againe, a man may haue good sufficency in him for a Calling, and yet out of a sloathfull desire of ease and liberty, if it seeme painfull or austere ; Again, a man may have good sufficency in him for a Calling, and yet out of a slothful desire of ease and liberty, if it seem painful or austere; av, dt n1 vmb vhi j n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt vvg, cc av av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f vvb cc n1, cs pn31 vvb j cc j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 445
5129 or an ambitious desire of eminencie and reputation, if it seeme base and contemptible, or some other secret corruption, cannot set his mind that way; or an ambitious desire of eminency and reputation, if it seem base and contemptible, or Some other secret corruption, cannot Set his mind that Way; cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cs pn31 vvb j cc j, cc d j-jn j-jn n1, vmbx vvi po31 n1 cst n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 445
5130 as Salomon saith, there may be a price in the hand of a foole, to buy wisedome, as Solomon Says, there may be a price in the hand of a fool, to buy Wisdom, c-acp np1 vvz, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 445
5131 and yet the foole haue no heart to it. and yet the fool have no heart to it. cc av dt n1 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 445
5132 And diuers other occurrents there may be, and are, to hinder this happie conjuncture of Nature, skill, and Education. Now in such Cases as these, where our Education bendeth vs one way, our Inclination swayeth vs another way, And diverse other occurrents there may be, and Are, to hinder this happy conjuncture of Nature, skill, and Education. Now in such Cases as these, where our Education bendeth us one Way, our Inclination swayeth us Another Way, cc j j-jn n2 a-acp vmb vbi, cc vbr, pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1. av p-acp d n2 c-acp d, c-crq po12 n1 vvz pno12 crd n1, po12 n1 vvz pno12 n-jn n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 445
5133 and it may be our Gifts and Abilities lead vs a third: and it may be our Gifts and Abilities led us a third: cc pn31 vmb vbi po12 n2 cc n2 vvb pno12 dt ord: (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 445
5134 in this distraction, what are we to doe? which way to take? what calling to pitch vpon? In point of Conscience, there can no more be giuen generall Rules, to meete with all Cases, and regulate all difficulties; in this distraction, what Are we to do? which Way to take? what calling to pitch upon? In point of Conscience, there can no more be given general Rules, to meet with all Cases, and regulate all difficulties; p-acp d n1, r-crq vbr pns12 pc-acp vdi? r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi? r-crq vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp? p-acp n1 pp-f n1, a-acp vmb dx av-dc vbi vvn j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, cc vvb d n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 446
5135 than in point of Law, there can be generall Resolutions giuen, to set an end to all suites, or prouisions made to preuent all inconueniences. Particulars are infinite, and various: than in point of Law, there can be general Resolutions given, to Set an end to all suits, or provisions made to prevent all inconveniences. Particulars Are infinite, and various: cs p-acp n1 pp-f n1, a-acp vmb vbi j n2 vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2, cc n2 vvd pc-acp vvi d n2. n2-j vbr j, cc j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 446
5136 but Rules are not, must not, cannot be so. but Rules Are not, must not, cannot be so. cc-acp vvz vbr xx, vmb xx, vmbx vbi av. (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 446
5137 He whose Case it is, if he be not able to direct himselfe, should doe well to take aduice of his learned Counsell: this wee can readily doe in matters of Law, for the quieting of our Estates ; He whose Case it is, if he be not able to Direct himself, should do well to take Advice of his learned Counsel: this we can readily do in matters of Law, for the quieting of our Estates; pns31 rg-crq vvb pn31 vbz, cs pns31 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi px31, vmd vdi av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 j n1: d pns12 vmb av-j vdi p-acp n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 446
5138 why should wee not doe it at least as readily in matter of Conscience, for the quieting of our soules? But yet for some light, at least in the generality; why should we not do it At least as readily in matter of Conscience, for the quieting of our Souls? But yet for Some Light, At least in the generality; q-crq vmd pns12 xx vdi pn31 p-acp ds p-acp av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n2? p-acp av p-acp d n1, p-acp ds p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 446
5139 what if thou shouldest proceede thus? First, haue an eye to thy Education : what if thou Shouldst proceed thus? First, have an eye to thy Education: r-crq cs pns21 vmd2 vvi av? ord, vhb dt n1 p-acp po21 n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 446
5140 and if it be possible to bring the rest that way, doe so rather, than forsake it. and if it be possible to bring the rest that Way, do so rather, than forsake it. cc cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst n1, vdb av av-c, cs vvi pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 446
5141 For besides that it would be some griefe to thy parents, (to whom thou shouldest be a comfort ) to haue cast away so much charge as they haue beene at for thy education ; For beside that it would be Some grief to thy Parents, (to whom thou Shouldst be a Comfort) to have cast away so much charge as they have been At for thy education; p-acp a-acp cst pn31 vmd vbi d n1 p-acp po21 n2, (p-acp ro-crq pns21 vmd2 vbi dt vvb) pc-acp vhi vvn av av d vvb c-acp pns32 vhb vbn p-acp p-acp po21 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 446
5142 and some dishonour to them withall, (whom thou art bound by the law of God and Nature to honour, ) to haue their judgements so much slighted, and their choyce so little regarded by their child: and Some dishonour to them withal, (whom thou art bound by the law of God and Nature to honour,) to have their Judgments so much slighted, and their choice so little regarded by their child: cc d vvb p-acp pno32 av, (r-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 p-acp n1,) pc-acp vhi po32 n2 av d vvn, cc po32 j av j vvn p-acp po32 n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 446
5143 the very consideration of so much precious time, as hath beene spent in fitting thee to that course, which would be almost all lost vpon thy Change, should preuaile with thee to try all possible meanes, rather than forgoe it. the very consideration of so much precious time, as hath been spent in fitting thee to that course, which would be almost all lost upon thy Change, should prevail with thee to try all possible means, rather than forgo it. dt j n1 pp-f av d j n1, c-acp vhz vbn vvn p-acp vvg pno21 p-acp d n1, r-crq vmd vbi av av-d vvn p-acp po21 n1, vmd vvi p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi d j n2, av-c cs vvi pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 446
5144 It were a thing indeede much to be wished, that Parents and Friends and Guardians and all those other whosoeuer, that haue the Education of young ones committed vnto them; (all greedy desires to make their children great, all base penurious nigardesse in sauing their own purses, all fond cherishing of their children in their humours, all doting opinion of their forwardnesse and wit and towardlinesse, all other corrupt partiall affections whatsoeuer, layed aside;) would out of the obseruation of their naturall prope•sions and inclinations, and of their particular abilities and defects, frame them from the beginning to such courses, It were a thing indeed much to be wished, that Parents and Friends and Guardians and all those other whosoever, that have the Education of young ones committed unto them; (all greedy Desires to make their children great, all base penurious nigardesse in Saving their own purses, all found cherishing of their children in their humours, all doting opinion of their forwardness and wit and towardliness, all other corrupt partial affections whatsoever, laid aside;) would out of the observation of their natural prope•sions and inclinations, and of their particular abilities and defects, frame them from the beginning to such courses, pn31 vbdr dt n1 av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst ng2 cc n2 cc n2 cc d d n-jn r-crq, cst vhb dt n1 pp-f j pi2 vvn p-acp pno32; (d j n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 j, d j j n1 p-acp vvg po32 d n2, d j vvg pp-f po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2, d vvg n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1 cc n1, d j-jn vvb j n2 r-crq, vvd av;) vmd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2 cc n2, cc pp-f po32 j n2 cc n2, vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 447
5145 as wherein they were likeliest to goe on with cheerefulnesse and profit. This indeed were to be wished: as wherein they were likeliest to go on with cheerfulness and profit. This indeed were to be wished: c-acp c-crq pns32 vbdr av-js pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. np1 av vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn: (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 447
5146 but this is not alwayes done. If it haue not beene so done to thee; the fault is theirs, that should haue done it, and not thine: but this is not always done. If it have not been so done to thee; the fault is theirs, that should have done it, and not thine: cc-acp d vbz xx av vdn. cs pn31 vhb xx vbn av vdn p-acp pno21; dt n1 vbz png32, cst vmd vhi vdn pn31, cc xx png21: (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 447
5147 and thou art not able now to remedy that which is past and gone. But as for thee, and for the future; and thou art not able now to remedy that which is past and gone. But as for thee, and for the future; cc pns21 vb2r xx j av pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz j cc vvn. cc-acp c-acp p-acp pno21, cc p-acp dt j-jn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 447
5148 if thy Parents haue not done their part, yet doe not thou forget thy duty : if they haue done one fault, in making a bad choyce ; if thy Parents have not done their part, yet do not thou forget thy duty: if they have done one fault, in making a bad choice; cs po21 n2 vhb xx vdn po32 vvi, av vdb xx pns21 vvi po21 n1: cs pns32 vhb vdn crd n1, p-acp vvg dt j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 447
5149 do not thou adde another, in making a worse change: disparage not their Iudgements by misliking, do not thou add Another, in making a Worse change: disparage not their Judgments by misliking, vdb xx pns21 vvi j-jn, p-acp vvg dt jc vvi: vvb xx po32 n2 p-acp vvg, (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 447
5150 neither gain-say their Wills by forsaking their choyce, vpon euery small incongruity with thine owne Iudgement or Will. If thine Inclination draw thee another way; neither gainsay their Wills by forsaking their choice, upon every small incongruity with thine own Judgement or Will. If thine Inclination draw thee Another Way; av-dx vvb po32 n2 p-acp vvg po32 n1, p-acp d j n1 p-acp po21 d n1 cc vmb. cs po21 n1 vvb pno21 j-jn n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 447
5151 labour throughly to subdue thy nature therein: Suspect thine owne corruption; labour thoroughly to subdue thy nature therein: Suspect thine own corruption; vvb av-j pc-acp vvi po21 n1 av: vvb po21 d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 447
5152 Thinke this backwardnesse proceedeth not from true iudgement in thee, but issueth rather from the roote of some carnall affection: Consider thy yeares are greene, affections strong, judgement vnsettled: Think this backwardness Proceedeth not from true judgement in thee, but issueth rather from the root of Some carnal affection: Consider thy Years Are green, affections strong, judgement unsettled: vvb d n1 vvz xx p-acp j n1 p-acp pno21, cc-acp vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1: vvb po21 n2 vbr j-jn, n2 j, n1 j-vvn: (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 447
5153 Hope that this backwardnesse will grow off, as yeares and stayednesse grow on: Hope that this backwardness will grow off, as Years and staidness grow on: vvb cst d n1 vmb vvi a-acp, c-acp n2 cc n1 vvb a-acp: (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5154 Pray and endeauour that thou mayst daily more and more waine thy affections from thine owne bent, & take liking to that course; Pray and endeavour that thou Mayest daily more and more wain thy affections from thine own bent, & take liking to that course; vvb cc vvb cst pns21 vm2 av-j av-dc cc dc n1 po21 n2 p-acp po21 d vvn, cc vvb vvg p-acp d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5155 whereunto thou hast beene so long in framing. whereunto thou hast been so long in framing. c-crq pns21 vh2 vbn av av-j p-acp vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5156 Thus possibly thou mayst in time make that cheerefull and delightfull vnto thee, which now is grieuous and irkesome. Thus possibly thou Mayest in time make that cheerful and delightful unto thee, which now is grievous and irksome. av av-j pns21 vm2 p-acp n1 vvi d j cc j p-acp pno21, r-crq av vbz j cc j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5157 And as for thy insufficiency, if that dishearten thee, (which is indeede a maine rubb,) doe thus. And as for thy insufficiency, if that dishearten thee, (which is indeed a main rub,) do thus. cc c-acp p-acp po21 n1, cs d vvi pno21, (r-crq vbz av dt n1 vvi,) vdb av. (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5158 Impute thy former non-proficiency to thine owne sloath and negligence: Impute thy former nonproficiency to thine own sloth and negligence: vvb po21 j n1 p-acp po21 d n1 cc n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5159 Thinke, if after so long time spent in this course, thou hast attained to no greater perfection in it; Think, if After so long time spent in this course, thou hast attained to no greater perfection in it; vvb, cs p-acp av j n1 vvn p-acp d n1, pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp dx jc n1 p-acp pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5160 how long it would be ere thou shouldest come to a tolerable mediocrity in another: Resolue, not to lose all that precious time forepast, by beginning the world a new; how long it would be ere thou Shouldst come to a tolerable mediocrity in Another: Resolve, not to loose all that precious time forepast, by beginning the world a new; c-crq av-j pn31 vmd vbi c-acp pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp j-jn: vvb, xx pc-acp vvi d cst j n1 j, p-acp vvg dt n1 dt j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5161 but rather saue as much of it, as is redeemeable, by adding to thy diligence: but rather save as much of it, as is redeemeable, by adding to thy diligence: cc-acp av-c vvi p-acp d pp-f pn31, c-acp vbz j, p-acp vvg p-acp po21 n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5162 Suspect that it commeth from thy pride, that thou canst not content thy selfe with a Calling, wherein thou mayst not be excellent ; Suspect that it comes from thy pride, that thou Canst not content thy self with a Calling, wherein thou Mayest not be excellent; vvb cst pn31 vvz p-acp po21 n1, cst pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt vvg, c-crq pns21 vm2 xx vbi j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5163 and imagine that God, of purpose to humble thee, might diuert thy education to another, for which thou art lesse apt: and imagine that God, of purpose to humble thee, might divert thy education to Another, for which thou art less apt: cc vvb cst np1, pp-f n1 p-acp j pno21, vmd vvi po21 n1 p-acp j-jn, p-acp r-crq pns21 vb2r av-dc j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5164 Obserue what strange things past beliefe, and such as haue seemed insuperable, haue beene conquered and subdued by the obstinacy and improbity of vnwearyed labour, and of assiduity: Observe what strange things passed belief, and such as have seemed insuperable, have been conquered and subdued by the obstinacy and improbity of unwearied labour, and of assiduity: vvb r-crq j n2 p-acp n1, cc d c-acp vhb vvd j, vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1, cc pp-f n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5165 Doubt not, but by Gods blessing vpon thy faithfull industry, to attaine in time, (if not to such perfection as thou desirest, Doubt not, but by God's blessing upon thy faithful industry, to attain in time, (if not to such perfection as thou Desirest, vvb xx, cc-acp p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp po21 j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (cs xx p-acp d n1 c-acp pns21 vv2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5166 and mightest perhaps haue attained in some other course if thou hadst beene bred vp to it; and Mightest perhaps have attained in Some other course if thou Hadst been bred up to it; cc vmd2 av vhi vvn p-acp d j-jn n1 cs pns21 vhd2 vbn vvn a-acp p-acp pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 438
5167 yet) to such a competent sufficiency, as may render thy endeauours acceptable to God, comfortable to thy selfe, and seruiceable to community. yet) to such a competent sufficiency, as may render thy endeavours acceptable to God, comfortable to thy self, and serviceable to community. av) p-acp d dt j n1, p-acp np1 vvi po21 n2 j p-acp np1, j p-acp po21 n1, cc j p-acp n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 439
5168 If by these and the like considerations, and the vse of other good meanes, thou canst bring thy affections to some indifferent liking of, If by these and the like considerations, and the use of other good means, thou Canst bring thy affections to Some indifferent liking of, cs p-acp d cc dt j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn j n2, pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n2 p-acp d j vvg pp-f, (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 439
5169 and thy abilities to some indifferent mediocrity for, that course which Education hath opened vnto thee: and thy abilities to Some indifferent mediocrity for, that course which Education hath opened unto thee: cc po21 n2 p-acp d j n1 p-acp, cst n1 r-crq n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno21: (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 439
5170 thou hast no more to doe; There's thy course, that's thy Calling, that's the Worke whereunto God hath appointed thee. thou hast no more to do; There's thy course, that's thy Calling, that's the Work whereunto God hath appointed thee. pns21 vh2 dx av-dc pc-acp vdi; pc-acp|vbz po21 n1, d po21 vvg, d|vbz dt vvb c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno21. (16) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 439
5171 But if after long striuing, and paines, and tryall, thou canst neither bring thy mind to it, But if After long striving, and pains, and trial, thou Canst neither bring thy mind to it, cc-acp cs a-acp av-j vvg, cc n2, cc n1, pns21 vm2 av-dx vvi po21 vvb p-acp pn31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 439
5172 nor do any good vpon it, hauing faithfully desired and endeauoured it, so that thou must needes leaue the course of thy Education ; nor do any good upon it, having faithfully desired and endeavoured it, so that thou must needs leave the course of thy Education; ccx vdb d j p-acp pn31, vhg av-j vvn cc vvd pn31, av cst pns21 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 439
5173 or (which is another case) if thy Education haue left thee free ; (as many Parents, God knoweth, are but too carelesse that way:) then Secondly thou art in the next place to consider of thy Gifts and Abilities ; or (which is Another case) if thy Education have left thee free; (as many Parents, God Knoweth, Are but too careless that Way:) then Secondly thou art in the next place to Consider of thy Gifts and Abilities; cc (r-crq vbz j-jn n1) cs po21 n1 vhb vvn pno21 j; (c-acp d n2, np1 vvz, vbr p-acp av j cst n1:) av ord pns21 vb2r p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f po21 n2 cc n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 439
5174 and to take direction from them, rather than from thine Inclination. And this Rule I take to be very sound: and to take direction from them, rather than from thine Inclination. And this Rule I take to be very found: cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32, av-c cs p-acp po21 n1. cc d vvi pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi av j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 439
5175 not onely from the Apostles intimation, vers. 17. ( As God hath distributed to euery man, not only from the Apostles intimation, vers. 17. (As God hath distributed to every man, xx av-j p-acp dt n2 n1, fw-la. crd (p-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 439
5176 as the Lord hath called euery one, ) where hee seemeth to make the choyce of mens Callings, to depend much vpon the distribution of Gods Gifts: but withall for two good Reasons. One is, because our Gifts and Abilities, whether of body or mind, being in the Braine or Hand, are at a better certainty; as the Lord hath called every one,) where he seems to make the choice of men's Callings, to depend much upon the distribution of God's Gifts: but withal for two good Reasons. One is, Because our Gifts and Abilities, whither of body or mind, being in the Brain or Hand, Are At a better certainty; c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn d crd,) c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2, pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2: p-acp av c-acp crd j n2. pi vbz, p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, cs pp-f n1 cc n1, vbg p-acp dt n1 cc n1, vbr p-acp dt jc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 439
5177 than our Propensions and Inclinations are, which are seated in the Heart. The heart is deceitfull aboue all things : than our Propensions and Inclinations Are, which Are seated in the Heart. The heart is deceitful above all things: cs po12 n2 cc n2 vbr, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. dt n1 vbz j p-acp d n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 439
5178 and there are so many rotten corruptions in it, that it is a very hard thing for a man to discerne his owne Inclinations and Propensions, whether they spring from a sound, or from a corrupt roote. and there Are so many rotten corruptions in it, that it is a very hard thing for a man to discern his own Inclinations and Propensions, whither they spring from a found, or from a corrupt root. cc pc-acp vbr av d j-vvn n2 p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vbz dt av j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n2 cc n2, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt j vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5179 Whereas in the discerning of our Gifts and Abilities, we are lesse subject to grosse Errours and mistakings: Whereas in the discerning of our Gifts and Abilities, we Are less Subject to gross Errors and mistakings: cs p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, pns12 vbr av-dc j-jn p-acp j n2 cc n2-vvg: (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5180 I meane for the truth and reality of them; I mean for the truth and reality of them; pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32; (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5181 howsoeuer wee are apt to ouerualue them for the measure and degree. Now it is meete in the choyce of our Callings, we should follow the surer guide: and therefore rather be led by our Gifts, than by our Inclinations. The other Reason is; howsoever we Are apt to ouerualue them for the measure and degree. Now it is meet in the choice of our Callings, we should follow the Surer guide: and Therefore rather be led by our Gifts, than by our Inclinations. The other Reason is; c-acp pns12 vbr j p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1. av pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmd vvi dt jc n1: cc av av vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, cs p-acp po12 n2. dt j-jn n1 vbz; (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5182 because our Inclinations cannot so well produce Abilities, as these can draw on them. We say indeede, there is nothing hard to a willing minde : Because our Inclinations cannot so well produce Abilities, as these can draw on them. We say indeed, there is nothing hard to a willing mind: c-acp po12 n2 vmbx av av vvi n2, p-acp d vmb vvi p-acp pno32. pns12 vvb av, pc-acp vbz pix j p-acp dt j n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5183 and in some sense, it is true. and in Some sense, it is true. cc p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5184 Not as if a willing minde could make vs do more than we are able. A man can doe no more, Not as if a willing mind could make us do more than we Are able. A man can do no more, xx c-acp cs dt j n1 vmd vvi pno12 vdi av-dc cs pns12 vbr j. dt n1 vmb vdi av-dx av-dc, (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5185 than hee can doe, be hee neuer so willing: than he can do, be he never so willing: cs pns31 vmb vdi, vbb pns31 av-x av j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5186 but because a willing mind will make vs exerere vires, stirre vp our selues to do as much as we are able, which we vse not to doe in those things we goe vnwillingly about. but Because a willing mind will make us exerere vires, stir up our selves to do as much as we Are able, which we use not to do in those things we go unwillingly about. cc-acp c-acp dt vvg n1 vmb vvi pno12 fw-la fw-la, vvb a-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vdi c-acp d c-acp pns12 vbr j, r-crq pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vdi p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb av-j a-acp. (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5187 Willingnesse then may quicken the strength we haue: Willingness then may quicken the strength we have: n1 av vmb vvi dt n1 pns12 vhb: (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5188 but it doth not put any new strength into vs. But Abilities can produce Inclinations de nouo ; but it does not put any new strength into us But Abilities can produce Inclinations de nouo; cc-acp pn31 vdz xx vvi d j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n2 vmb vvi n2 fw-it fw-la; (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5189 and make them, where they finde them not. and make them, where they find them not. cc vvb pno32, c-crq pns32 vvb pno32 xx. (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5190 As we see, every other naturall thing is inclinable to the exercise of those naturall faculties, that are in it: As we see, every other natural thing is inclinable to the exercise of those natural faculties, that Are in it: c-acp pns12 vvb, d j-jn j n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, cst vbr p-acp pn31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5191 so certainly would euery man haue strongest inclination to those things, whereto he hath strongest abilities, if wicked and vntoward affections did not often corrupt our inclinations, so Certainly would every man have Strongest inclination to those things, whereto he hath Strongest abilities, if wicked and untoward affections did not often corrupt our inclinations, av av-j vmd d n1 vhb js n1 p-acp d n2, c-crq pns31 vhz js n2, cs j cc j n2 vdd xx av vvi po12 n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5192 and hinder them from mouing their own proper and naturall way. and hinder them from moving their own proper and natural Way. cc vvi pno32 p-acp vvg po32 d j cc j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 450
5193 It is best then, to begin the choice of our Callings from our Abilities, which will fetch on Inclinations ; It is best then, to begin the choice of our Callings from our Abilities, which will fetch on Inclinations; pn31 vbz js av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 451
5194 and not from our Inclinations, which without Abilities will not serue the turne. Concerning which gifts or abilities ; and not from our Inclinations, which without Abilities will not serve the turn. Concerning which Gifts or abilities; cc xx p-acp po12 n2, r-crq p-acp n2 vmb xx vvi dt n1. vvg r-crq n2 cc n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 451
5195 what they are, & how to make true iudgement of them, and how to frame the choice of our Callings from them: what they Are, & how to make true judgement of them, and how to frame the choice of our Callings from them: r-crq pns32 vbr, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi j n1 pp-f pno32, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f po12 n2 p-acp pno32: (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 451
5196 to speake punctually and fully, would require a large discourse. I can but touch at some few points therein, such as are of daily vse; and proceed. to speak punctually and Fully, would require a large discourse. I can but touch At Some few points therein, such as Are of daily use; and proceed. pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-j, vmd vvi dt j n1. pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp d d n2 av, d c-acp vbr pp-f j n1; cc vvb. (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 451
5197 First, by gifts and abilities we are to vnderstand not onely those of the Minde ; Iudgement, Wit, Inuention, Memory, Fancy, Eloquence, &c. and those of the Body ; First, by Gifts and abilities we Are to understand not only those of the Mind; Judgement, Wit, Invention, Memory, Fancy, Eloquence, etc. and those of the Body; ord, p-acp n2 cc n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi xx av-j d pp-f dt vvb; n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, av cc d pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 451
5198 Health, Strength, Beauty, Actiuity, &c. but also those which are without ; Health, Strength, Beauty, Activity, etc. but also those which Are without; n1, n1, n1, n1, av p-acp av d r-crq vbr p-acp; (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 451
5199 Birth, Wealth, Honour, Authoritie, Reputation, Kindred, Alliance, &c. generally any thing, that may be of vse or aduantage vnto vs for any emploiment. Birth, Wealth, Honour, authority, Reputation, Kindred, Alliance, etc. generally any thing, that may be of use or advantage unto us for any employment. n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, av av-j d n1, cst vmb vbi pp-f vvb cc n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 451
5200 Secondly, as our abilities on the one side, so on the other side all our wants and defects, which might disable vs more or lesse for any emploiment, are to bee duely weighed and considered of: Secondly, as our abilities on the one side, so on the other side all our Wants and defects, which might disable us more or less for any employment, Are to be duly weighed and considered of: ord, p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt crd n1, av p-acp dt j-jn n1 d po12 vvz cc n2, r-crq vmd vvi pno12 dc cc av-dc p-acp d n1, vbr pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn cc vvn pp-f: (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 451
5201 and the one laid against the other; and the one laid against the other; cc dt crd vvn p-acp dt j-jn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 451
5202 that we may know how to make as neere as wee can a iust estimate of our strength and sufficiency. that we may know how to make as near as we can a just estimate of our strength and sufficiency. cst pns12 vmb vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmb dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 451
5203 Thirdly, it is the safer way to vnderualue, than to ouerprize our selues: lest ignorantly confident, we affect a Calling aboue our strength ; Thirdly, it is the safer Way to undervalue, than to overprize our selves: lest ignorantly confident, we affect a Calling above our strength; ord, pn31 vbz dt jc n1 p-acp vvi, cs p-acp vvb po12 n2: cs av-j j, pns12 vvb dt vvg p-acp po12 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 451
5204 which were to flye with waxen wings, and to owe the world a laughter. Be we sure of this: which were to fly with waxed wings, and to owe the world a laughter. Be we sure of this: r-crq vbdr p-acp vvb p-acp j n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1. vbr pns12 j pp-f d: (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 451
5205 if God haue not gifted vs for it, he hath not called vs to it. if God have not gifted us for it, he hath not called us to it. cs np1 vhb xx vvn pno12 p-acp pn31, pns31 vhz xx vvn pno12 p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 451
5206 Fourthly, in the iudging of our Abilities, wee should haue a regard to the outward circumstances of times and places, and the rest. Fourthly, in the judging of our Abilities, we should have a regard to the outward Circumstances of times and places, and the rest. ord, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmd vhi dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 452
5207 Those gifts, which would haue made a sufficient Priest, in the beginning of the Reformation, in that dearth of learning, and penury of the Gospell; Those Gifts, which would have made a sufficient Priest, in the beginning of the Reformation, in that dearth of learning, and penury of the Gospel; d n2, r-crq vmd vhi vvn dt j n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 452
5208 now the times are full of knowledge and learning, would bee all little enough for a Parish-Clarke. Fifthly, some thing would be yeelded to the iudgements of other men concerning our Abilities. now the times Are full of knowledge and learning, would be all little enough for a Parish-Clarke. Fifthly, Some thing would be yielded to the Judgments of other men Concerning our Abilities. av dt n2 vbr j pp-f n1 cc n1, vmd vbi d j av-d p-acp dt n1. ord, d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2 vvg po12 n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 452
5209 It is either secret pride, or base faintnesse of heart, or dull sloath, or some other thing, It is either secret pride, or base faintness of heart, or dull sloth, or Some other thing, pn31 vbz d j-jn n1, cc j n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1, cc d j-jn n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 452
5210 and not true modesty in vs: and not true modesty in us: cc xx j n1 p-acp pno12: (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 452
5211 if being excellently gifted for some weighty emploiment in euery other mans iudgement, wee yet withdraw our selues from it with pretensions of vnsufficiency. Sixthly, and lastly; if being excellently gifted for Some weighty employment in every other men judgement, we yet withdraw our selves from it with pretensions of unsufficiency. Sixthly, and lastly; cs vbg av-j vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp d j-jn ng1 n1, pns12 av vvb po12 n2 p-acp pn31 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. j, cc ord; (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 452
5212 let vs resolue on that course, ( caeteris paribus;) not only for which we are competently fit, let us resolve on that course, (caeteris paribus;) not only for which we Are competently fit, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1, (fw-la fw-la;) xx av-j p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av-j j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 452
5213 but for which we are absolutely fittest. A good Actor it may bee could very sufficiently act any part in the play; but for which we Are absolutely Fittest. A good Actor it may be could very sufficiently act any part in the play; cc-acp p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av-j js. dt j n1 pn31 vmb vbi vmd av av-j vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 452
5214 represent the maiestie of a King, or the humour of a Swaggerer, or the prankes of a Bedlam, or any thing: represent the majesty of a King, or the humour of a Swaggerer, or the pranks of a Bedlam, or any thing: vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc d n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 452
5215 but yet if hee be notedly excellent at some part rather than another, he would not willingly be put from that, to act another. but yet if he be notedly excellent At Some part rather than Another, he would not willingly be put from that, to act Another. cc-acp av cs pns31 vbb av-vvn j p-acp d n1 av-c cs j-jn, pns31 vmd xx av-j vbi vvn p-acp d, pc-acp vvi j-jn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 452
5216 Ergo histrio hoc videbit in scenâ, quod non videbit sapiens in vitâ? Shame we to let these men be wiser in their generations, than wee in ours. And thus much for abilities. Ergo histrio hoc videbit in scenâ, quod non videbit sapiens in vitâ? Shame we to let these men be Wiser in their generations, than we in ours. And thus much for abilities. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la? n1 pns12 pc-acp vvi d n2 vbb jc p-acp po32 n2, cs pns12 p-acp png12. cc av av-d c-acp n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 452
5217 There is yet a doubt remaineth concerning a mans Inclination. In case wee haue examined our gifts, and finde them in a good measure of competency for such or such a course, There is yet a doubt remains Concerning a men Inclination. In case we have examined our Gifts, and find them in a good measure of competency for such or such a course, pc-acp vbz av dt n1 vvz vvg dt ng1 n1. p-acp n1 pns12 vhb vvn po12 n2, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d cc d dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 452
5218 and yet remaine still averse from it, and cannot by any possible meanes worke ouer our affections to any tolerable liking of it: and yet remain still averse from it, and cannot by any possible means work over our affections to any tolerable liking of it: cc av vvb av j p-acp pn31, cc vmbx p-acp d j n2 vvb p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d j n-vvg pp-f pn31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 453
5219 in such a case, what is to be done, or how shall we iudge what Calling is fittest for vs to take? whether that whereto our Abilities lead vs, in such a case, what is to be done, or how shall we judge what Calling is Fittest for us to take? whither that whereto our Abilities led us, p-acp d dt n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vdn, cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi r-crq vvg vbz js p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi? cs cst c-crq po12 n2 vvb pno12, (16) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 453
5220 or that whereto our Inclinations draw vs. As I conceiue it; in such a case, wee are to hold this order. or that whereto our Inclinations draw us As I conceive it; in such a case, we Are to hold this order. cc cst c-crq po12 n2 vvb pno12 p-acp pns11 vvb pn31; p-acp d dt n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 453
5221 First, if our Inclinations cannot be wonne ouer to that course, for which our Abilities lye fittest; First, if our Inclinations cannot be won over to that course, for which our Abilities lie Fittest; ord, cs po12 n2 vmbx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n2 vvb js; (16) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 453
5222 we are to take a second surview of our Abilities, to see if they bee competently fit for that, whereto our Inclination swaieth vs: we Are to take a second surview of our Abilities, to see if they be competently fit for that, whereto our Inclination swayeth us: pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi cs pns32 vbb av-j j p-acp d, c-crq po12 n1 vvz pno12: (16) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 453
5223 and if vpon due vnpartiall examination wee finde they are, we may then follow the sway of our Inclinations. The reason this. and if upon due unpartial examination we find they Are, we may then follow the sway of our Inclinations. The reason this. cc cs p-acp j-jn j n1 pns12 vvb pns32 vbr, pns12 vmb av vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. dt n1 d. (16) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 453
5224 A mans inclination cannot be forced. If it can be fairely wonne ouer, well and good: A men inclination cannot be forced. If it can be fairly won over, well and good: dt ng1 n1 vmbx vbi vvn. cs pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn a-acp, av cc j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 453
5225 but violence it cannot endure at any hand. but violence it cannot endure At any hand. cc-acp n1 pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 453
5226 And therefore if we cannot make it yeeld to vs in reason, there is no remedy, wee must in wisedome yeeld to it, (prouided euer it be honest:) or else all is lost. What euer our sufficiencies bee; And Therefore if we cannot make it yield to us in reason, there is no remedy, we must in Wisdom yield to it, (provided ever it be honest:) or Else all is lost. What ever our Sufficiencies be; cc av cs pns12 vmbx vvi pn31 vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1, pns12 vmb p-acp n1 vvi p-acp pn31, (vvn av pn31 vbb j:) cc av d vbz vvn. q-crq av po12 n2 vbi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 453
5227 things will not fadge that are vndertaken without an heart: there is no good to bee done against the haire. things will not fadge that Are undertaken without an heart: there is no good to be done against the hair. n2 vmb xx vvi cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1: a-acp vbz dx j pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 453
5228 But then secondly, if vpon search wee finde our selues altogether vnsufficient and vnfit for that Calling, whereunto our inclination is strongly and violently carried: But then secondly, if upon search we find our selves altogether unsufficient and unfit for that Calling, whereunto our inclination is strongly and violently carried: p-acp av ord, cs p-acp n1 pns12 vvb po12 n2 av j cc j-u p-acp d vvg, c-crq po12 n1 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn: (16) sermon (DIV1) 358 Page 453
5229 we are to oppose that inclination with a greater violence ; we Are to oppose that inclination with a greater violence; pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt jc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 358 Page 453
5230 and to set vpon some other Calling, for which wee are in some mediocrity gifted, speedily and resoluedly, and leaue the successe to Almighty God. The reason this. and to Set upon Some other Calling, for which we Are in Some mediocrity gifted, speedily and resolvedly, and leave the success to Almighty God. The reason this. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d j-jn vvg, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr p-acp d n1 vvd, av-j cc av-vvn, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn np1. dt n1 d. (16) sermon (DIV1) 358 Page 453
5231 It being certaine, that God neuer calleth any man but to that, for which hee hath in some competent measure enabled him: It being certain, that God never calls any man but to that, for which he hath in Some competent measure enabled him: pn31 vbg j, cst np1 av-x vvz d n1 cc-acp p-acp d, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp d j n1 vvn pno31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 358 Page 454
5232 wee are to hold that for a pernicious and vnnaturall inclination at the least, if not rather for a wicked and Diabolicall suggestion, which so stiffely exciteth vs to a function, whereto wee may bee assured God neuer called vs. we Are to hold that for a pernicious and unnatural inclination At the least, if not rather for a wicked and Diabolical suggestion, which so stiffly Exciteth us to a function, whereto we may be assured God never called us pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cst p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt ds, cs xx av p-acp dt j cc j n1, r-crq av av-j vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn np1 av-x vvn pno12 (16) sermon (DIV1) 358 Page 454
5233 But yet thirdly, (and I would commend it vnto you, as a principall good Rule, But yet Thirdly, (and I would commend it unto you, as a principal good Rule, cc-acp av ord, (cc pns11 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp pn22, c-acp dt n-jn j n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 454
5234 and the fairest out-let of all other from amid these difficulties;) we should doe well to deale with these mutinous and distracting thoughts within vs, and the Fairest outlet of all other from amid these difficulties;) we should do well to deal with these mutinous and distracting thoughts within us, cc dt js j pp-f d n-jn p-acp p-acp d n2;) pns12 vmd vdi av pc-acp vvi p-acp d j cc n-vvg n2 p-acp pno12, (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 454
5235 as wife Statists doe when they haue to deale with men diuided in opinions, and factions, and ends. How is that? They vse to bethinke themselues of a middle course, to reduce all the seuerall opinions to a kinde of temper ; as wife Statists do when they have to deal with men divided in opinions, and factions, and ends. How is that? They use to bethink themselves of a middle course, to reduce all the several opinions to a kind of temper; c-acp n1 n2 vdb c-crq pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 vvn p-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2. q-crq vbz d? pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi px32 pp-f dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi d dt j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 454
5236 so as no side be satisfied fully in the proposals they haue tendred, and yet euery side in part: as wee commonly hold those to bee the iustest arbitrators, and to make the best and the fairest end of differences betweene the parties for whom they arbitrate, that by pleasing neither, please both. So here, so as no side be satisfied Fully in the proposals they have tendered, and yet every side in part: as we commonly hold those to be the Justest arbitrators, and to make the best and the Fairest end of differences between the parties for whom they arbitrate, that by pleasing neither, please both. So Here, av c-acp dx n1 vbb vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 pns32 vhb vvn, cc av d n1 p-acp n1: c-acp pns12 av-j vvb d pc-acp vbi dt js n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt js cc dt js n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvi, cst p-acp j-vvg av-dx, vvb av-d. av av, (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 454
5237 if our Educations, Abilities, and Inclinations looke seuerall waies; if our Educations, Abilities, and Inclinations look several ways; cs po12 n2, n2, cc n2 vvb j n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 454
5238 and the Inclination be peremptory and stiffe, and will not condescend to either of the other two: and the Inclination be peremptory and stiff, and will not condescend to either of the other two: cc dt n1 vbb j cc j, cc vmb xx vvi p-acp d pp-f dt j-jn crd: (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 454
5239 it will be a point of good wisedome in vs, if wee can bethinke our selues of some such meete temper, as may in part giue satisfaction to our Inclinations ; it will be a point of good Wisdom in us, if we can bethink our selves of Some such meet temper, as may in part give satisfaction to our Inclinations; pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 pp-f d d j vvi, c-acp vmb p-acp n1 vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 454
5240 and yet not leaue our gifts and educations wholly vnsatisfied. and yet not leave our Gifts and educations wholly unsatisfied. cc av xx vvi po12 n2 cc n2 av-jn j-vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 454
5241 And that is easily done by proposing the full latitude of our Educations & Abilities, as the vtmost bounds of our choice; And that is Easily done by proposing the full latitude of our Educations & Abilities, as the utmost bounds of our choice; cc cst vbz av-j vdn p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 455
5242 and then leauing it to our Inclinations to determine our particular choice within those bounds. and then leaving it to our Inclinations to determine our particular choice within those bounds. cc av vvg pn31 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvb po12 j j p-acp d n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 455
5243 For no mans education or gifts runne so Mathematically, & by the Line, to that point whereto they direct him, For no men education or Gifts run so Mathematically, & by the Line, to that point whereto they Direct him, p-acp dx ng1 n1 cc n2 vvn av av-j, cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1 c-crq pns32 vvb pno31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 455
5244 but that there is a kinde of latitude in them; but that there is a kind of latitude in them; cc-acp cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 455
5245 and that for the most part (by reason of the great variety and affinity of offices and emploiments) very large and spacious. One instance shall serue both to exemplifie, and illustrate this Rule. and that for the most part (by reason of the great variety and affinity of Offices and employments) very large and spacious. One instance shall serve both to exemplify, and illustrate this Rule. cc cst p-acp dt av-ds n1 (p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2) av j cc j. crd n1 vmb vvi d p-acp vvi, cc vvb d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 455
5246 A man designed by his parents to the Ministery, and for that end brought vp in the Vniuersity, studieth there Phylosophy, and History, and the Arts, and the Tongues, and furnisheth himselfe with generall knowledge, which may enable him as for the work of the Ministery so for the exercise of any other profession, that hath to doe with learning : A man designed by his Parents to the Ministry, and for that end brought up in the university, studieth there Philosophy, and History, and the Arts, and the Tongues, and furnisheth himself with general knowledge, which may enable him as for the work of the Ministry so for the exercise of any other profession, that hath to do with learning: dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, vvz a-acp n1, cc n1, cc dt n2, cc dt n2, cc vvz px31 p-acp j n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1, cst vhz pc-acp vdi p-acp vvg: (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 455
5247 so as not onely the Calling of the Ministery, but that of the Lawyer too, so as not only the Calling of the Ministry, but that of the Lawyer too, av c-acp xx av-j dt vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp d pp-f dt n1 av, (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 455
5248 and of the Physitian, and of the Tutor, and Schoolemaster, and sundry other besides these, doe come with in the latitude of his Education and Abilities. and of the physician, and of the Tutor, and Schoolmaster, and sundry other beside these, do come with in the latitude of his Education and Abilities. cc pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, cc n1, cc j n-jn p-acp d, vdb vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 455
5249 Certainly if his minde would stand thereunto, no course would bee so proper for such a man, Certainly if his mind would stand thereunto, no course would be so proper for such a man, av-j cs po31 n1 vmd vvi av, dx n1 vmd vbi av j p-acp d dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 455
5250 as that which he was entended for, of the Ministery. But he proueth obstinately auerse from it, as that which he was intended for, of the Ministry. But he Proves obstinately averse from it, c-acp d r-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp, pp-f dt n1. p-acp pns31 vvz av-j j p-acp pn31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 455
5251 and cannot bee drawne by any perswasion of friends or reason to embrace it. It is not meete to force his Inclination quite against the bent of it: and cannot be drawn by any persuasion of Friends or reason to embrace it. It is not meet to force his Inclination quite against the bent of it: cc vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 cc vvb pc-acp vvi pn31. pn31 vbz xx j p-acp vvb po31 n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 455
5252 and yet it is pity his Abilities and Education should bee cast away. This middle course therefore is to bee held; and yet it is pity his Abilities and Education should be cast away. This middle course Therefore is to be held; cc av pn31 vbz n1 po31 n2 cc n1 vmd vbi vvn av. d j-jn n1 av vbz pc-acp vbi vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 455
5253 euen to leaue it free for him to make his choice of Law or Physique, or teaching, or any other profession that belongeth to a Schollar, and commeth within his latitude, which of them soeuer he shall finde himselfe to haue the strongest Inclination and Propension vnto. even to leave it free for him to make his choice of Law or Physique, or teaching, or any other profession that belongeth to a Scholar, and comes within his latitude, which of them soever he shall find himself to have the Strongest Inclination and Propension unto. av pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vvg, cc d j-jn n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pp-f pno32 av pns31 vmb vvi px31 pc-acp vhi dt js n1 cc n1 p-acp. (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 456
5254 And the like course wee are to hold in other cases of like nature: And the like course we Are to hold in other cases of like nature: cc dt j n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f j n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 456
5255 by which meanes our Inclinations, which cannot bee driuen to the Centre, may yet bee drawne within the Circumference of our Educations and Abilities. Hee that obserueth these Rules I haue hitherto deliuered, with due respect to his Education, Abilities, and Inclination ; by which means our Inclinations, which cannot be driven to the Centre, may yet be drawn within the Circumference of our Educations and Abilities. He that observeth these Rules I have hitherto Delivered, with due respect to his Education, Abilities, and Inclination; p-acp r-crq vvz po12 n2, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb av vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2. pns31 cst vvz d n2 pns11 vhb av vvn, p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1, n2, cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 456
5256 and dealeth therein faithfully and vnpartially and in the feare of God: may rest secure in his conscience of his Inward Calling. and deals therein faithfully and unpartially and in the Fear of God: may rest secure in his conscience of his Inward Calling. cc vvz av av-j cc av-j cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: vmb n1 vvi p-acp po31 n1 pp-f po31 j vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 456
5257 But there must be an Outward Calling too: else yet all is not right. But there must be an Outward Calling too: Else yet all is not right. p-acp a-acp vmb vbi dt av-j vvg av: av av d vbz xx j-jn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 456
5258 The generall Rule, [ NONLATINALPHABET ] Let all things be done honestly, and in order, enforceth it. The general Rule, [ ] Let all things be done honestly, and in order, enforceth it. dt j n1, [ ] vvb d n2 vbb vdn av-j, cc p-acp n1, vvz pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 456
5259 There are some Callings, which conscionably discharged, require great paines and care ; but yet the profits will come in, whether the dueties bee conscionably performed, or no. There Are Some Callings, which Conscionably discharged, require great pains and care; but yet the profits will come in, whither the duties be Conscionably performed, or no. pc-acp vbr d n2, r-crq av-j vvn, vvb j n2 cc vvb; cc-acp av dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp, cs dt n2 vbb av-j vvn, cc uh-dx. (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 456
5260 Our Calling of the Ministery is such; Our Calling of the Ministry is such; np1 vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz d; (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 456
5261 and such are all those offices, as haue annexed vnto them a certaine standing reuenue, or annuall see. Now into such Callings as these, euery vnworthy fellow that wanteth maintenance and loueth ease, would bee intruding ; (as wee of the Clergy finde it but too true:) and there would be no order kept herein, and such Are all those Offices, as have annexed unto them a certain standing revenue, or annual see. Now into such Callings as these, every unworthy fellow that Wants maintenance and loves ease, would be intruding; (as we of the Clergy find it but too true:) and there would be no order kept herein, cc d vbr d d n2, a-acp vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt j j-vvg n1, cc j vvi. av p-acp d n2 c-acp d, d j n1 cst vvz n1 cc vvz n1, vmd vbi j-vvg; (c-acp pns12 pp-f dt n1 vvb pn31 p-acp av j:) cc a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 vvd av, (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 456
5262 if there were not left in some others a power to keep backe vnsufficient men. if there were not left in Some Others a power to keep back unsufficient men. cs pc-acp vbdr xx vvn p-acp d n2-jn dt n1 p-acp vvb av j n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 456
5263 There are againe diuers Callings, necessary for the publique, which yet bring in either no profits at all, (if not rather a charge,) or at least profits improportionable to the paines and dangers men must vndergoe in them: There Are again diverse Callings, necessary for the public, which yet bring in either no profits At all, (if not rather a charge,) or At least profits improportionable to the pains and dangers men must undergo in them: pc-acp vbr av j n2, j p-acp dt j, r-crq av vvi p-acp d dx n2 p-acp d, (cs xx av dt n1,) cc p-acp ds n2 j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno32: (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 457
5264 such as are the Callings of a Iustice of peace, the high Sheriffe of a County, a Constable, Church-Warden, Souldier, &c. Now from these Callings men of sufficiency to auoide trouble and charge would withdraw themselues; such as Are the Callings of a justice of peace, the high Sheriff of a County, a Constable, Church-Warden, Soldier, etc. Now from these Callings men of sufficiency to avoid trouble and charge would withdraw themselves; d c-acp vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1, n1, n1, av av p-acp d n2 n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 vmd vvi px32; (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 457
5265 and so the King and Countrey should be serued either not at all, or by vnworthy ones. and so the King and Country should be served either not At all, or by unworthy ones. cc av dt n1 cc n1 vmd vbi vvn d xx p-acp d, cc p-acp j pi2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 457
5266 Here likewise would bee no order, if there were not left in some others a power to impose those offices vpon sufficient men. Here likewise would be no order, if there were not left in Some Others a power to impose those Offices upon sufficient men. av av vmd vbi dx n1, cs pc-acp vbdr xx vvn p-acp d n2-jn dt n1 p-acp vvb d n2 p-acp j n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 457
5267 It may bee, those in whom either power resideth, may sometimes, yea often abuse it; (for they are but men:) keeping backe sufficient men, It may be, those in whom either power resideth, may sometime, yea often abuse it; (for they Are but men:) keeping back sufficient men, pn31 vmb vbi, d p-acp ro-crq d n1 vvz, vmb av, uh av vvb pn31; (c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n2:) vvg av j n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 457
5268 and admitting vnsufficient, into callings of the former; sparing sufficient men, and imposing vpon vnsufficient, offices of the latter kind. This is not well: and admitting unsufficient, into callings of the former; sparing sufficient men, and imposing upon unsufficient, Offices of the latter kind. This is not well: cc vvg j, p-acp n2 pp-f dt j; vvg j n2, cc vvg p-acp j, n2 pp-f dt d j. d vbz xx av: (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 457
5269 but yet what wise man knoweth not, that there could not bee auoided a necessity of generall inconueniencies, if there should not be left a possibility of particular mischiefes? And therefore it is needfull, there should be this power of admitting and refusing, of sparing and imposing, in Church and Common-wealth, though it may happen to bee thus mischieuously abused; but yet what wise man Knoweth not, that there could not be avoided a necessity of general inconveniences, if there should not be left a possibility of particular mischiefs? And Therefore it is needful, there should be this power of admitting and refusing, of sparing and imposing, in Church and Commonwealth, though it may happen to be thus mischievously abused; cc-acp av q-crq j n1 vvz xx, cst a-acp vmd xx vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f j n2, cs pc-acp vmd xx vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f j n2? cc av pn31 vbz j, pc-acp vmd vbi d n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg, pp-f vvg cc vvg, p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av av-j vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 457
5270 rather than for want of this power, a multitude of vnsufferable inconueniences (as needs there must) should ensue. rather than for want of this power, a multitude of unsufferable inconveniences (as needs there must) should ensue. av-c cs p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 pp-f j n2 (c-acp av pc-acp vmb) vmd vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 457
5271 And from this power must euery man haue his warrant for his outward Calling to any office or emploiment in Church or Common-wealth. And from this power must every man have his warrant for his outward Calling to any office or employment in Church or Commonwealth. cc p-acp d n1 vmb d n1 vhb po31 n1 p-acp po31 j vvg p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 457
5272 Now then to frame a case to either of these two sorts of Calling. A man desireth a lawfull Calling, suppose the Ministery ; Now then to frame a case to either of these two sorts of Calling. A man Desires a lawful Calling, suppose the Ministry; av av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d pp-f d crd n2 pp-f vvg. dt n1 vvz dt j vvg, vvb dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 458
5273 not onely his Inclination bendeth him, but his Education also leadeth him, and his Gifts encourage him that way: not only his Inclination bendeth him, but his Education also leads him, and his Gifts encourage him that Way: xx av-j po31 n1 vvz pno31, cc-acp po31 n1 av vvz pno31, cc po31 n2 vvb pno31 d n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 458
5274 hitherto all things concurre to seale vnto his conscience Gods calling him to this function. hitherto all things concur to seal unto his conscience God's calling him to this function. av d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 n2 vvg pno31 p-acp d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 458
5275 But for so much as he hath not, (as it is not fit any man should haue,) power to giue himselfe either Orders to bee a Priest, or Institution into a Pastorall charge ; But for so much as he hath not, (as it is not fit any man should have,) power to give himself either Order to be a Priest, or Institution into a Pastoral charge; p-acp p-acp av av-d c-acp pns31 vhz xx, (c-acp pn31 vbz xx j d n1 vmd vhi,) n1 pc-acp vvi px31 d n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n-jn n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 458
5276 hee must, for his admission into holy function, depend vpon those, to whom the power of admitting or refusing in either kinde is committed. he must, for his admission into holy function, depend upon those, to whom the power of admitting or refusing in either kind is committed. pns31 vmb, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j n1, vvb p-acp d, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp d n1 vbz vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 458
5277 He may tender himselfe, and his gifts to examination; and modestly craue-admission: He may tender himself, and his Gifts to examination; and modestly crave-admission: pns31 vmb vvi px31, cc po31 n2 p-acp n1; cc av-j n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 458
5278 which once obtained, he hath no more to do, his Calling is warranted, and his choice at an end. which once obtained, he hath no more to do, his Calling is warranted, and his choice At an end. r-crq a-acp vvn, pns31 vhz dx dc pc-acp vdi, po31 vvg vbz vvn, cc po31 j p-acp dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 458
5279 But if that bee peremptorily denied him, (whether reasonably, or no, it now mattereth not;) hee is to rest himselfe content awhile, to employ himselfe at his study or in some other good course for the time, But if that be peremptorily denied him, (whither reasonably, or no, it now mattereth not;) he is to rest himself content awhile, to employ himself At his study or in Some other good course for the time, p-acp cs d vbb av-j vvn pno31, (cs av-j, cc uh-dx, pn31 av vvz xx;) pns31 vbz p-acp vvb px31 j av, p-acp vvb px31 p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp d j-jn j n1 p-acp dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 458
5280 and to waite Gods leisure and a farther opportunity. and to wait God's leisure and a farther opportunity. cc p-acp vvb npg1 n1 cc dt jc n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 458
5281 And if after some reasonable expectation, vpon further tender with modest importunity, hee cannot yet hope to preuaile: And if After Some reasonable expectation, upon further tender with modest importunity, he cannot yet hope to prevail: cc cs p-acp d j n1, p-acp jc n1 p-acp j n1, pns31 vmbx av vvi pc-acp vvi: (16) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 458
5282 hee must begin to resolue of another course, submit himselfe to Authority and Order, acknowledge Gods prouidence in it, possesse his soule in patience, and thinke, that for some secret corruption in himselfe, he must begin to resolve of Another course, submit himself to authority and Order, acknowledge God's providence in it, possess his soul in patience, and think, that for Some secret corruption in himself, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f j-jn n1, vvb px31 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb npg1 n1 p-acp pn31, vvb po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi, cst p-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp px31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 458
5283 or for some other iust cause, God is pleased that he should not, or not yet, enter into that Calling. or for Some other just cause, God is pleased that he should not, or not yet, enter into that Calling. cc p-acp d j-jn j n1, np1 vbz vvn cst pns31 vmd xx, cc xx av, vvb p-acp d vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 458
5284 On the other side, a Gentleman liueth in his Countrey in good credit and account; knowen to be a sufficient man both for estate and vnderstanding ; On the other side, a Gentleman lives in his Country in good credit and account; known to be a sufficient man both for estate and understanding; p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1; vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc vvg; (16) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 459
5285 thought euery way fit to doe the King & his Countrey seruice in the Commission of the Peace : Thought every Way fit to do the King & his Country service in the Commission of the Peace: vvd d n1 j pc-acp vdi dt n1 cc po31 n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 459
5286 yet himselfe, either out of a desire to liue at ease and auoyd trouble, or because hee thinketh hee hath as much businesse of his owne as hee can well turne him to, without charging himselfe with the cares of the publique, yet himself, either out of a desire to live At ease and avoid trouble, or Because he Thinketh he hath as much business of his own as he can well turn him to, without charging himself with the Cares of the public, av px31, av-d av pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvb cc vvi vvi, cc c-acp pns31 vvz pns31 vhz p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 d c-acp pns31 vmb av vvi pno31 p-acp, p-acp vvg px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 459
5287 or possibly out of a priuy Consciousnesse to himselfe of some defect, (as, it may be, or possibly out of a privy Consciousness to himself of Some defect, (as, it may be, cc av-j av pp-f dt j n1 p-acp px31 pp-f d n1, (c-acp, pn31 vmb vbi, (16) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 459
5288 an irresolution in judgement, or in courage, or too great a propension to foolish pity, ) or for some other reason which appeareth to him just, thinketh not that a fit Calling for him, an irresolution in judgement, or in courage, or too great a propension to foolish pity,) or for Some other reason which appears to him just, Thinketh not that a fit Calling for him, dt n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc av j dt n1 p-acp j vvb,) cc p-acp d j-jn n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 av, vvz xx d dt j vvg p-acp pno31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 459
5289 and rather desireth to be spared. and rather Desires to be spared. cc av-c vvz pc-acp vbi vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 459
5290 But for so much as it is not fit a man should be altogether his owne judge (especially in things that concerue the Publique ;) he must herein depend vpon those to whom the power of sparing or imposing in this kind is committed. But for so much as it is not fit a man should be altogether his own judge (especially in things that concerue the Public;) he must herein depend upon those to whom the power of sparing or imposing in this kind is committed. p-acp p-acp av av-d c-acp pn31 vbz xx j dt n1 vmd vbi av po31 d n1 (av-j p-acp n2 cst vvi dt j;) pns31 vmb av vvi p-acp d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp d n1 vbz vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 459
5291 He may excuse himselfe by his other many occasions, alleage his owne wants and insufficiencies, and what he can else for himselfe; He may excuse himself by his other many occasions, allege his own Wants and Insufficiencies, and what he can Else for himself; pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp po31 j-jn d n2, vvb po31 d vvz cc n2, cc r-crq pns31 vmb av p-acp px31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 459
5292 and modestly craue to be spared. But if he cannot by faire and honest suite get off; and modestly crave to be spared. But if he cannot by fair and honest suit get off; cc av-j vvi pc-acp vbi vvn. p-acp cs pns31 vmbx p-acp j cc j n1 vvb a-acp; (16) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 459
5293 he must submit himselfe to Authoritie and Order, yeeld somewhat to the judgement of others, thinke that God hath his secret worke in it, he must submit himself to authority and Order, yield somewhat to the judgement of Others, think that God hath his secret work in it, pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, vvb cst np1 vhz po31 j-jn vvb p-acp pn31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 459
5294 and rest vpon the warrant of this Outward Calling. and rest upon the warrant of this Outward Calling. cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 459
5295 The Outward Calling then, is not a thing of small moment, or to be lightly regarded. The Outward Calling then, is not a thing of small moment, or to be lightly regarded. dt av-j vvg av, vbz xx dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc pc-acp vbi av-j vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 459
5296 Sometimes (as in the Case last proposed,) it may haue the chiefe and the Casting voyce: Sometime (as in the Case last proposed,) it may have the chief and the Casting voice: av (c-acp p-acp dt n1 ord vvd,) pn31 vmb vhi dt j-jn cc dt vvg n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 459
5297 but where it hath least, it hath alwayes a Negatiue ; in euery regular choyce of any Calling or course of life. but where it hath least, it hath always a Negative; in every regular choice of any Calling or course of life. cc-acp c-crq pn31 vhz ds, pn31 vhz av dt j-jn; p-acp d j n1 pp-f d vvg cc n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 460
5298 And it is this Outward Calling, which (I say not principally, but) euen alone must rule euery ordinary Christian in the judging of other mens Callings. We cannot see their hearts ; And it is this Outward Calling, which (I say not principally, but) even alone must Rule every ordinary Christian in the judging of other men's Callings. We cannot see their hearts; cc pn31 vbz d j vvg, r-crq (pns11 vvb xx av-jn, p-acp) av j vmb vvi d j njp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j-jn ng2 n2. pns12 vmbx vvi po32 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 460
5299 we know not how God might moue them; we know not how God might move them; pns12 vvb xx c-crq np1 vmd vvi pno32; (16) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 460
5300 we are not able to judge of their inward Callings. If we see them too neglectfull of the duties of their Calling; we Are not able to judge of their inward Callings. If we see them too neglectful of the duties of their Calling; pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pp-f po32 j n2. cs pns12 vvb pno32 av j pp-f dt n2 pp-f po32 vvg; (16) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 460
5301 if we find their Gifts hold very short & vnequall proportion with the waight of their Calling; or the like: if we find their Gifts hold very short & unequal proportion with the weight of their Calling; or the like: cs pns12 vvb po32 n2 vvb av j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vvg; cc dt j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 460
5302 we haue but little comfortable assurance, to make vs confident that all is right within. But yet (vnlesse it be such as are in place of Authoritie and Office, to examine mens sufficiencies, we have but little comfortable assurance, to make us confident that all is right within. But yet (unless it be such as Are in place of authority and Office, to examine men's Sufficiencies, pns12 vhb cc-acp av-j j n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 j d d vbz j-jn p-acp. p-acp av (cs pn31 vbb d c-acp vbr p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp vvb ng2 n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 460
5303 and accordingly to allow or disallow them,) what hath any of vs to do to judge the heart, or the Conscience, or the inward Calling of our brother? So long as hee hath the warrant of an orderly outward Calling, wee must take him for such as he goeth for: and accordingly to allow or disallow them,) what hath any of us to do to judge the heart, or the Conscience, or the inward Calling of our brother? So long as he hath the warrant of an orderly outward Calling, we must take him for such as he Goes for: cc av-vvg p-acp vvb cc vvb pno32,) q-crq vhz d pp-f pno12 pc-acp vdi pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt av-j vvg pp-f po12 n1? av av-j c-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f dt j j vvg, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp d c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp: (16) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 460
5304 and leaue the tryall of his heart to God, and to his owne heart. And of this second generall point, the choyce of a Calling, thus farre. and leave the trial of his heart to God, and to his own heart. And of this second general point, the choice of a Calling, thus Far. cc vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp po31 d n1. cc pp-f d vvb j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt vvg, av av-j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 460
5305 Remaineth now the third and last point proposed; The Vse of a mans Calling. Remains now the third and last point proposed; The Use of a men Calling. vvz av dt ord cc ord n1 vvn; dt vvb pp-f dt ng1 vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 460
5306 Let him walke in it, vers. 17. Let him abide in it, vers. 20. Let him abide therein with God, here in my Text. At this I aymed most, in my choyce of this Text; Let him walk in it, vers. 17. Let him abide in it, vers. 20. Let him abide therein with God, Here in my Text. At this I aimed most, in my choice of this Text; vvb pno31 vvb p-acp pn31, fw-la. crd vvb pno31 vvi p-acp pn31, fw-la. crd vvb pno31 vvi av p-acp np1, av p-acp po11 np1 p-acp d pns11 vvn av-ds, p-acp po11 n1 pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 460
5307 and yet of this I must say least. Preachers oft times do with their proposalls, as Parents sometimes do with their Children : and yet of this I must say least. Preachers oft times do with their proposals, as Parents sometime do with their Children: cc av pp-f d pns11 vmb vvi ds. n2 av n2 vdb p-acp po32 n2, p-acp n2 av vdb p-acp po32 n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 460
5308 though they loue the later as well, yet the first goe away with the largest portions. though they love the later as well, yet the First go away with the Largest portions. cs pns32 vvb dt jc p-acp av, av dt ord vvi av p-acp dt js n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 460
5309 But I doe not well, to trifle out that little sand I haue left, in Apologies: Let vs rather on to the matter ; But I do not well, to trifle out that little sand I have left, in Apologies: Let us rather on to the matter; p-acp pns11 vdb xx av, pc-acp vvi av d j n1 pns11 vhb vvn, p-acp n2: vvb pno12 av p-acp p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 461
5310 and see what Duties our Apostle here requireth of vs, vnder these phrases of Abiding in our Callings, and abiding therein with God. and see what Duties our Apostle Here requires of us, under these phrases of Abiding in our Callings, and abiding therein with God. cc vvb r-crq n2 po12 n1 av vvz pp-f pno12, p-acp d n2 pp-f j-vvg p-acp po12 n2, cc vvg av p-acp np1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 461
5311 It may seeme, hee would haue vs sticke to a course; It may seem, he would have us stick to a course; pn31 vmb vvi, pns31 vmd vhi pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 461
5312 and when we are in a Calling, not to forsake it, nor change it, no not for a better, no not vpon any termes. and when we Are in a Calling, not to forsake it, nor change it, no not for a better, no not upon any terms. cc c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt vvg, xx p-acp vvb pn31, ccx vvb pn31, dx xx p-acp dt jc, uh-dx xx p-acp d n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 461
5313 Perhaps some haue taken it so: but certainly the Apostle neuer meant it so. Perhaps Some have taken it so: but Certainly the Apostle never meant it so. av d vhb vvn pn31 av: cc-acp av-j dt n1 av-x vvd pn31 av. (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 461
5314 For taking the word [ Calling ] in that extent wherein he treateth of it in this Chapter; For taking the word [ Calling ] in that extent wherein he Treateth of it in this Chapter; p-acp vvg dt n1 [ vvg ] p-acp cst n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 461
5315 if that were his meaning, he should consequently teach that no single man might marry, nor any seruant become free: if that were his meaning, he should consequently teach that no single man might marry, nor any servant become free: cs d vbdr po31 n1, pns31 vmd av-j vvi cst dx j n1 vmd vvi, ccx d n1 vvb j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 461
5316 which are apparantly contrary, both vnto common Reason, and vnto the very purpose of the Chapter. which Are apparently contrary, both unto Common Reason, and unto the very purpose of the Chapter. r-crq vbr av-j j-jn, av-d p-acp j n1, cc p-acp dt j vvb pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 461
5317 But taking the word as we haue hitherto specially intended it, and spoken of it, for some settled Station and Course of Life whereby a man is to maintaine himselfe, But taking the word as we have hitherto specially intended it, and spoken of it, for Some settled Station and Course of Life whereby a man is to maintain himself, p-acp vvg dt n1 c-acp pns12 vhb av av-j vvd pn31, cc vvn pp-f pn31, c-acp d j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp vvb px31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 461
5318 or wherein to doe profitable seruice to humane society, or both: or wherein to do profitable service to humane society, or both: cc c-crq pc-acp vdi j n1 p-acp j n1, cc d: (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 461
5319 is it yet lawfull for a man to change it, or is he bound to abide in it perpetually without any possibilitie or liberty to alter his course vpon any termes? I answer: it it Lawfull ; is it yet lawful for a man to change it, or is he bound to abide in it perpetually without any possibility or liberty to altar his course upon any terms? I answer: it it Lawful; vbz pn31 av j p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb pn31, cc vbz pns31 vvn p-acp vvb p-acp pn31 av-j p-acp d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n2? pns11 vvb: pn31 pn31 j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 461
5320 so it be done with due caution. It is Lawfull: first, in subordinate Callings. so it be done with due caution. It is Lawful: First, in subordinate Callings. av pn31 vbb vdn p-acp j-jn n1. pn31 vbz j: ord, p-acp j n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 461
5321 For where a man cannot warrantably climbe vnto an higher, but by the steps of an inferiour Calling; there must needes be supposed a lawfulnesse of relinquishing the inferiour. For where a man cannot warrantably climb unto an higher, but by the steps of an inferior Calling; there must needs be supposed a lawfulness of relinquishing the inferior. p-acp c-crq dt n1 vmbx av-j vvi p-acp dt av-jc, p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn vvg; a-acp vmb av vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f j-vvg dt j-jn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 461
5322 How should we doe for Generalls for the warres, if Coronells and Lieutenants and Captaines and Common Souldiers might not relinquish their charges? and how for Bishops in the Church, How should we do for Generals for the wars, if Coronells and Lieutenants and Captains and Common Soldiers might not relinquish their charges? and how for Bishops in the Church, q-crq vmd pns12 vdi p-acp ng1 p-acp dt n2, cs n2 cc n2 cc n2 cc j n2 vmd xx vvi po32 n2? cc q-crq p-acp ng1 p-acp dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5323 if beneficed men & Colledge-Gouernours were clench't and riuetted to their Cures, like a naile in a sure place, not to be remoued? Nay, wee should haue no Priests in the Church of England, (since a Priest must be a Deacon first,) if a Deacon might not leaue his station, if beneficed men & Colledge-Gouernours were clenched and riveted to their Cures, like a nail in a sure place, not to be removed? Nay, we should have no Priests in the Church of England, (since a Priest must be a Deacon First,) if a Deacon might not leave his station, cs vvn n2 cc n2 vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 n2, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, xx pc-acp vbi vvn? uh-x, pns12 vmd vhi dx n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (c-acp dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 ord,) cs dt n1 vmd xx vvi po31 n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5324 and become a Priest. But S. Paul saith, they that haue vsed the office of Deacon well, purchase to themselues a good degree: and become a Priest. But S. Paul Says, they that have used the office of Deacon well, purchase to themselves a good degree: cc vvi dt n1. p-acp n1 np1 vvz, pns32 cst vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 av, vvb p-acp px32 dt j n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5325 and so in lower Callings it is, that men should giue proofe of their worthinesse for higher. It is lawfull secondly, yea necessary; and so in lower Callings it is, that men should give proof of their worthiness for higher. It is lawful secondly, yea necessary; cc av p-acp jc n2 pn31 vbz, cst n2 vmd vvi n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp jc. pn31 vbz j ord, uh j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5326 when the very Calling it selfe, though in it selfe good & vsefull, doth yet by some accident become vnlawfull or vnusefull. As when some Manufacture is prohibited by the State; when the very Calling it self, though in it self good & useful, does yet by Some accident become unlawful or unuseful. As when Some Manufacture is prohibited by the State; c-crq dt j vvg pn31 n1, c-acp p-acp pn31 n1 j cc j, vdz av p-acp d n1 vvb j cc j. c-acp c-crq d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5327 or when some more exact deuice of later inuention, hath made the old vnprofitable. or when Some more exact device of later invention, hath made the old unprofitable. cc c-crq d av-dc j n1 pp-f jc n1, vhz vvn dt j j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5328 It is lawfull thirdly, when a man by some accident becommeth vnable for the dueties of his Calling: It is lawful Thirdly, when a man by Some accident becomes unable for the duties of his Calling: pn31 vbz j ord, c-crq dt n1 p-acp d n1 vvz j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 vvg: (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5329 as by age, blindnesse, maime, decay of estate, and sundry other impediments which daily occurre. as by age, blindness, maim, decay of estate, and sundry other impediments which daily occurre. c-acp p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1 pp-f n1, cc j j-jn n2 r-crq av-j fw-la. (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5330 It is lawfull fourthly, where there is a want of sufficient men, or not a sufficient number of them in some Callings, It is lawful fourthly, where there is a want of sufficient men, or not a sufficient number of them in Some Callings, pn31 vbz j j, c-crq pc-acp vbz dt vvb pp-f j n2, cc xx dt j n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp d n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5331 for the necessities of the State and Countrey: for the necessities of the State and Country: p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5332 in such cases, Authority may interpose, and cull out men from other Callings, such as are fit, and may bee sp•red, to serue in those. in such cases, authority may interpose, and cull out men from other Callings, such as Are fit, and may be sp•red, to serve in those. p-acp d n2, n1 vmb vvi, cc vvi av n2 p-acp j-jn n2, d c-acp vbr j, cc vmb vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi p-acp d. (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5333 Not to braunch out too many particulars, it is lawfull generally ; Not to branch out too many particulars, it is lawful generally; xx p-acp n1 av av d n2-j, pn31 vbz j av-j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5334 where either absolute Necessity enforceth it, or lawfull Authority enioyneth it, or a concurrence of weighty circumstances faithfully, where either absolute Necessity enforceth it, or lawful authority enjoineth it, or a concurrence of weighty Circumstances faithfully, c-crq d j n1 vvz pn31, cc j n1 vvz pn31, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2 av-j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 462
5335 and soberly, and discreetly laid together, seemeth to require it. and soberly, and discreetly laid together, seems to require it. cc av-j, cc av-j vvd av, vvz pc-acp vvi pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 463
5336 But then it must be done with due cautions. As first, not out of a desultory lightnesse: But then it must be done with due cautions. As First, not out of a desultory lightness: p-acp av pn31 vmb vbi vdn p-acp j-jn n2. p-acp ord, xx av pp-f dt n1 n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 463
5337 some men are euer restlesse, as if they had Wind-mills in their heads: euery new crotchet putteth them into a new course. Some men Are ever restless, as if they had Windmills in their Heads: every new crotchet putteth them into a new course. d n2 vbr av j, c-acp cs pns32 vhd n2 p-acp po32 n2: d j n1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 463
5338 But these rowling stones carry their curse with them; But these rolling stones carry their curse with them; p-acp d j-vvg n2 vvb po32 n1 p-acp pno32; (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 463
5339 they seldome gather mosse: and who proue many Conclusions, it is a wonder, if their last Conclusion proue not Beggary. If thou art well, keepe thy selfe well: they seldom gather moss: and who prove many Conclusions, it is a wonder, if their last Conclusion prove not Beggary. If thou art well, keep thy self well: pns32 av vvb n1: cc q-crq vvb d n2, pn31 vbz dt n1, cs po32 vvb n1 vvb xx n1. cs pns21 vb2r av, vvb po21 n1 av: (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 463
5340 lest thinking to meet with better, thou finde worse. Nor secondly, out of the greedinesse of a couetous or ambitious lust. lest thinking to meet with better, thou find Worse. Nor secondly, out of the greediness of a covetous or ambitious lust. cs vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp jc, pns21 vvb jc. ccx ord, av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 463
5341 Profit and Credit, are things respectiuely amongst other things, to be considered both in the choice and change: but not principally, and aboue all other things; Profit and Credit, Are things respectively among other things, to be considered both in the choice and change: but not principally, and above all other things; n1 cc n1, vbr n2 av-j p-acp j-jn n2, pc-acp vbi vvn av-d p-acp dt j cc n1: cc-acp xx av-jn, cc p-acp d j-jn n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 463
5342 certainly not wholly, and without, or against all other things. Thirdly, nor out of sullennesse, or a discontentednesse at thy present condition. Certainly not wholly, and without, or against all other things. Thirdly, nor out of sullenness, or a discontentedness At thy present condition. av-j xx av-jn, cc p-acp, cc p-acp d j-jn n2. ord, ccx av pp-f n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po21 j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 463
5343 Content groweth from the minde, not from the condition: and therefore change of the Calling, the minde vnchanged, will either not affoord content, Content grows from the mind, not from the condition: and Therefore change of the Calling, the mind unchanged, will either not afford content, j vvz p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp dt n1: cc av vvi pp-f dt vvg, dt n1 j, vmb d xx vvi j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 463
5344 or not long. Thy new broome, that now sweepeth cleane all discontents from thee, will soone grow stubbed ; or not long. Thy new broom, that now sweeps clean all discontents from thee, will soon grow stubbed; cc xx av-j. po21 j n1, cst av vvz j d n2-jn p-acp pno21, vmb av vvi j-vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 463
5345 and leaue as much filth behinde to annoy thee, as the old one thou flungest away. and leave as much filth behind to annoy thee, as the old one thou flungest away. cc vvb p-acp d n1 a-acp pc-acp vvi pno21, c-acp dt j pi pns21 js av. (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 463
5346 Either learne with S. Paul, in whatsoeuer state thou art, to be there withall content: Either Learn with S. Paul, in whatsoever state thou art, to be there withal content: av-d vvb p-acp n1 np1, p-acp r-crq n1 pns21 vb2r, pc-acp vbi a-acp av j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 463
5347 or neuer hope to finde content in whatsoeuer state thou shalt be. Much lesse fourthly, out of an euill eye against thy neighbour that liueth by thee. or never hope to find content in whatsoever state thou shalt be. Much less fourthly, out of an evil eye against thy neighbour that lives by thee. cc av-x vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp r-crq n1 pns21 vm2 vbi. av-d av-dc j, av pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp po21 n1 cst vvz p-acp pno21. (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 463
5348 There is not a baser sinne than enuy: nor a fouler marke of enuy, than to forsake thine owne trading, to iustle thy neighbour out of his. There is not a baser sin than envy: nor a Fowler mark of envy, than to forsake thine own trading, to justle thy neighbour out of his. pc-acp vbz xx dt jc n1 cs vvb: ccx dt jc n1 pp-f vvb, cs pc-acp vvi po21 d n-vvg, pc-acp vvi po21 n1 av pp-f png31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 464
5349 Nor fifthly, out of degenerous false-heartednesse. That man would soone dare to bee euill, that dareth not long bee good. And he that flincheth from his Calling, at the first frowne; Nor fifthly, out of degenerous False-heartedness. That man would soon Dare to be evil, that dareth not long be good. And he that flincheth from his Calling, At the First frown; ccx ord, av pp-f j j. cst n1 vmd av vvi pc-acp vbi j-jn, cst vvz xx av-j vbi j. cc pns31 cst vvz p-acp po31 vvg, p-acp dt ord vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 464
5350 who can say he will not flinch from his conscience, at the next? In an vpright course, feare not the face of man: who can say he will not flinch from his conscience, At the next? In an upright course, Fear not the face of man: r-crq vmb vvi pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt ord? p-acp dt av-j n1, vvb xx dt n1 pp-f n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 464
5351 neither leaue thy place, though the spirit of a Ruler rise vp against thee. Patience will coniure downe againe that spirit in time; neither leave thy place, though the Spirit of a Ruler rise up against thee. Patience will conjure down again that Spirit in time; av-dx vvb po21 n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp pno21. n1 vmb vvi a-acp av d n1 p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 464
5352 onely, if thou keep thy selfe within thy circle. But sixthly, be sure thou change not, only, if thou keep thy self within thy circle. But sixthly, be sure thou change not, av-j, cs pns21 vvb po21 n1 p-acp po21 vvb. p-acp j, vbb j pns21 vvb xx, (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 464
5353 if thy Calling bee of that nature, that it may not be changed. Some degrees of Magistracy seeme to be of that nature: if thy Calling be of that nature, that it may not be changed. some Degrees of Magistracy seem to be of that nature: cs po21 vvg vbb pp-f d n1, cst pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn. d n2 pp-f n1 vvb pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 464
5354 and therefore some haue noted it, rather as an act of impotency in Charles the fifth, than a fruit either of Humility, or Wisedome, or Deuotion, that hee resigned his Crowne, to betake himselfe to a Cloister. But our Calling of the Ministery is certainely such. and Therefore Some have noted it, rather as an act of impotency in Charles the fifth, than a fruit either of Humility, or Wisdom, or Devotion, that he resigned his Crown, to betake himself to a Cloister. But our Calling of the Ministry is Certainly such. cc av d vhb vvn pn31, av-c p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 dt ord, cs dt n1 av-d pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 vvi, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1. p-acp po12 vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j d. (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 464
5355 There may be a change of the station, or degree, in the Ministery vpon good cause, and with due circumstances: There may be a change of the station, or degree, in the Ministry upon good cause, and with due Circumstances: pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1, cc p-acp j-jn n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 464
5356 but yet still so, as that the maine Calling it selfe remaine vnchanged. but yet still so, as that the main Calling it self remain unchanged. cc-acp av av av, c-acp cst dt j vvg pn31 n1 vvi j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 464
5357 This Calling hath in it something that is sacred, and singular, and different from other Callings. This Calling hath in it something that is sacred, and singular, and different from other Callings. d vvg vhz p-acp pn31 pi cst vbz j, cc j, cc j p-acp j-jn n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 464
5358 As therefore things once dedicated and hallowed to religious seruices, were no more to returne to common vses; (for that were to prophane them ipso facto, and to make them vncleane:) so persons once set apart for the holy worke of the Ministery, ( separate mee Paul and Barnabas,) and inuested into their Calling with solemne collation of the holy Ghost in a speciall manner; As Therefore things once dedicated and hallowed to religious services, were no more to return to Common uses; (for that were to profane them ipso facto, and to make them unclean:) so Persons once Set apart for the holy work of the Ministry, (separate me Paul and Barnabas,) and invested into their Calling with solemn collation of the holy Ghost in a special manner; p-acp av n2 a-acp vvn cc j-vvn p-acp j n2, vbdr dx dc pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2; (c-acp d vbdr p-acp j pno32 fw-la fw-la, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 j-u:) av n2 a-acp vvn av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (vvb pno11 np1 cc np1,) cc vvn p-acp po32 vvg p-acp j n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 464
5359 if any more they returne to be of that lumpe from which they are separated, they do as it were puffe the blessed breath of Christ backe into his owne face, if any more they return to be of that lump from which they Are separated, they do as it were puff the blessed breath of christ back into his own face, cs d dc pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn, pns32 vdb c-acp pn31 vbdr n1 dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp po31 d n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 465
5360 and renounce their part in the holy Ghost. Bethinke thy selfe well therefore before-hand, and consider what thou art in doing, and renounce their part in the holy Ghost. Bethink thy self well Therefore beforehand, and Consider what thou art in doing, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1. vvb po21 n1 av av av, cc vvb r-crq pns21 vb2r p-acp vdg, (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 465
5361 when thou beginnest to reach forth thine hand towards this spirituall Plow: know, when it is once there, it may not bee pulled backe againe, no not for a Dictatorship. That man can bee no lesse than disorderly at the least, that forsaketh his Orders. You see I do but point at things as I goe, which would require further enlarging: when thou beginnest to reach forth thine hand towards this spiritual Blow: know, when it is once there, it may not be pulled back again, no not for a Dictatorship. That man can be no less than disorderly At the least, that Forsaketh his Order. You see I do but point At things as I go, which would require further enlarging: c-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi av po21 n1 p-acp d j vvb: vvb, c-crq pn31 vbz a-acp a-acp, pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn av av, uh-dx xx p-acp dt n1. cst n1 vmb vbi dx av-dc cs j p-acp dt ds, cst vvz po31 vvb. pn22 vvb pns11 vdb cc-acp n1 p-acp n2 c-acp pns11 vvb, r-crq vmd vvi jc n-vvg: (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 465
5362 because I desire to haue done. Because I desire to have done. c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vhi vdn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 465
5363 This then, that we should perseuere in our Callings vntill death, and not leaue or change them vpon any consideration whatsoeuer; This then, that we should persevere in our Callings until death, and not leave or change them upon any consideration whatsoever; np1 av, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1, cc xx vvi cc vvb pno32 p-acp d n1 r-crq; (16) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 465
5364 is not the thing our Apostle meaneth by abiding in our Callings. is not the thing our Apostle means by abiding in our Callings. vbz xx dt n1 po12 n1 vvz p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 465
5365 The word importeth diuers other Christian dueties, concerning the vse of our Callings. I will but touch at them, and conclude. The word imports diverse other Christian duties, Concerning the use of our Callings. I will but touch At them, and conclude. dt n1 vvz j n-jn np1 n2, vvg dt vvb pp-f po12 n2. pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 465
5366 The first is contentednes: that we neither repine at the meannes of our owne, nor enuy at the eminence of anothers Calling. The First is contentedness: that we neither repine At the meanness of our own, nor envy At the eminence of another's Calling. dt ord vbz n1: cst pns12 d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d, ccx vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1-jn vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 465
5367 Art thou called being a seruant? care not for it, saith this Apostle, but a little before my Text. All men cannot haue rich, or easie, or honourable Callings: Art thou called being a servant? care not for it, Says this Apostle, but a little before my Text. All men cannot have rich, or easy, or honourable Callings: n1 pns21 vvn vbg dt n1? vvb xx p-acp pn31, vvz d n1, cc-acp dt j p-acp po11 np1 av-d n2 vmbx vhi j, cc j, cc j n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 465
5368 the necessity of the whole, requireth that some should drudge in baser and meaner offices. the necessity of the Whole, requires that Some should drudge in baser and meaner Offices. dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, vvz cst d vmd n1 p-acp jc cc jc n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 465
5369 If all the body were Eye, where were the Hearing? And if there were none to grinde at the Mill, there would soone be none to sit vpon the Throne. Salomons Temple had not beene reared to this houre, If all the body were Eye, where were the Hearing? And if there were none to grind At the Mill, there would soon be none to fit upon the Throne. Solomon's Temple had not been reared to this hour, cs d dt n1 vbdr n1, c-crq vbdr dt vvg? cc cs pc-acp vbdr pix pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, a-acp vmd av vbi pix pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. np1 n1 vhd xx vbn vvn p-acp d n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 465
5370 if there had not been burden-bearers and labourers, as well as canibus workers in stone, and brasse, and gold. if there had not been burden-bearers and labourers, as well as canibus workers in stone, and brass, and gold. cs pc-acp vhd xx vbn n2 cc n2, c-acp av c-acp fw-la n2 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 466
5371 There should be no shame in that, whereof there can be no want : There should be no shame in that, whereof there can be no want: pc-acp vmd vbi dx vvb p-acp d, c-crq a-acp vmb vbi dx vvb: (16) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 466
5372 nay much more; those members of the body, which seeme to be more feeble, are necessary. nay much more; those members of the body, which seem to be more feeble, Are necessary. uh d dc; d n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi av-dc j, vbr j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 466
5373 Grudge not then at thine owne lot; for not the meanest Calling, but hath a promise of Gods blessing: neither enuy an others lot; Grudge not then At thine own lot; for not the Meanest Calling, but hath a promise of God's blessing: neither envy an Others lot; vvb xx av p-acp po21 d n1; c-acp xx dt js vvg, cc-acp vhz dt vvb pp-f npg1 n1: dx vvb dt n2-jn n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 466
5374 for not the greatest Calling, but is attended with worldly vexations. Whatsoeuer thy Calling is, therein abide: be Content with it. for not the greatest Calling, but is attended with worldly vexations. Whatsoever thy Calling is, therein abide: be Content with it. c-acp xx dt js vvg, cc-acp vbz vvn p-acp j n2. r-crq po21 vvg vbz, av vvi: vbb j p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 466
5375 The second is Faithfulnesse, and Industry, and Diligence. What is here called Abiding in it, is at vers. 17. called Walking in it ; The second is Faithfulness, and Industry, and Diligence. What is Here called Abiding in it, is At vers. 17. called Walking in it; dt ord vbz n1, cc n1, cc n1. q-crq vbz av vvn j-vvg p-acp pn31, vbz p-acp zz. crd vvn vvg p-acp pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 368 Page 466
5376 and in Rom. 12. Waiting on it, ( Let him that hath an office, waite on his office.) It is required in stewards that a man be found faithfull: and in Rom. 12. Waiting on it, (Let him that hath an office, wait on his office.) It is required in Stewards that a man be found faithful: cc p-acp np1 crd vvg p-acp pn31, (vvb pno31 cst vhz dt n1, vvb p-acp po31 n1.) pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 cst dt n1 vbi vvn j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 368 Page 466
5377 and euery man in his Calling, is a Steward. He that professeth a Calling, and doth nothing in it; and every man in his Calling, is a Steward. He that Professes a Calling, and does nothing in it; cc d n1 p-acp po31 vvg, vbz dt n1. pns31 cst vvz dt vvg, cc vdz pix p-acp pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 368 Page 466
5378 doth no more abide in it, than hee that leaueth it, or he that neuer had it. Spartam quam nactus es, orna. does not more abide in it, than he that Leaveth it, or he that never had it. Sparta quam nactus es, orna. vdz xx av-dc vvi p-acp pn31, cs pns31 cst vvz pn31, cc pns31 cst av-x vhd pn31. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la. (16) sermon (DIV1) 368 Page 466
5379 Whatsoeuer Calling thou hast vndertaken, therein abide : bee painfull in it. Whatsoever Calling thou hast undertaken, therein abide: be painful in it. r-crq vvg pns21 vh2 vvn, av vvi: vbb j p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 368 Page 466
5380 The third is sobriety, that wee keepe our selues within the proper bounds and limits of our Callings. The third is sobriety, that we keep our selves within the proper bounds and Limits of our Callings. dt ord vbz n1, cst pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 466
5381 For how doth hee abide in his Calling, that is euer and anon flying out of it, For how does he abide in his Calling, that is ever and anon flying out of it, p-acp q-crq vdz pns31 vvi p-acp po31 vvg, cst vbz av cc av vvg av pp-f pn31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 466
5382 or starting beyond it? like an extrauagant souldier, that is alwayes breaking ranke. or starting beyond it? like an extravagant soldier, that is always breaking rank. cc vvg p-acp pn31? av-j dt j n1, cst vbz av vvg n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 466
5383 Vzza had better haue ventured the falling, than the fingering of the Arke, though it tottered. Uzza had better have ventured the falling, than the fingering of the Ark, though it tottered. np1 vhd jc vhb vvn dt vvg, cs dt vvg pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31 vvd. (16) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 466
5384 It is neuer well, when the Cobler looketh aboue the Ankle ; nor when Lay-men teach vs what, and how, we should teach them. It is never well, when the Cobbler looks above the Ankle; nor when Laymen teach us what, and how, we should teach them. pn31 vbz av av, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1; ccx c-crq n2 vvb pno12 r-crq, cc c-crq, pns12 vmd vvi pno32. (16) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 466
5385 The Pope should haue done well, to haue throwne away his keyes, (as they say one of them once did,) before he had taken the sword into his hands: The Pope should have done well, to have thrown away his keys, (as they say one of them once did,) before he had taken the sword into his hands: dt n1 vmd vhi vdn av, pc-acp vhi vvn av po31 n2, (c-acp pns32 vvb pi pp-f pno32 a-acp vdd,) c-acp pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 467
5386 and Midwiues well, to goe teach all nations, before they baptise them in the name of the Father, and Midwives well, to go teach all Nations, before they baptise them in the name of the Father, cc n2 av, p-acp vvb vvi d n2, c-acp pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 467
5387 and of the Sonne, and of the holy Ghost. and of the Son, and of the holy Ghost. cc pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 467
5388 Let it be the singular absurdity of the Church of Rome, to allow Vicars to dispose of Crownes, and Woman of Sacraments. As for thee, whatsoeuer thy Calling be, therein abide : Let it be the singular absurdity of the Church of Rome, to allow Vicars to dispose of Crowns, and Woman of Sacraments. As for thee, whatsoever thy Calling be, therein abide: vvb pn31 vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2. c-acp p-acp pno21, r-crq po21 vvg vbi, av vvi: (16) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 467
5389 keepe within the bounds of it. But yet abide with God. That clause was not added for nothing: keep within the bounds of it. But yet abide with God. That clause was not added for nothing: vvb a-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. p-acp av vvi p-acp np1. cst n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp pix: (16) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 467
5390 it teacheth thee also some duties. First ; it Teaches thee also Some duties. First; pn31 vvz pno21 av d n2. ord; (16) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 467
5391 so to demeane thy selfe in thy particular Calling, as that thou doe nothing but what may stand with thy generall Calling. so to demean thy self in thy particular Calling, as that thou do nothing but what may stand with thy general Calling. av pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 j vvg, c-acp cst pns21 vdi pix cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi p-acp po21 j vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 467
5392 Magistrate, or Minister, or Lawyer, or Merchant, or Artificer, or whatsoeuer other thou art; Magistrate, or Minister, or Lawyer, or Merchant, or Artificer, or whatsoever other thou art; n1, cc vvi, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc r-crq j-jn pns21 vb2r; (16) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 467
5393 remember thou art withall a Christian. Pretend not the necessities of thy particular Calling to any breach of the lea•t of those Lawes of God, which must rule thy generall Calling. Remember thou art withal a Christian. Pretend not the necessities of thy particular Calling to any breach of the lea•t of those Laws of God, which must Rule thy general Calling. vvb pns21 vb2r av dt njp. vvb xx dt n2 pp-f po21 j vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb vvi po21 j vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 467
5394 God is the author of both Callings : of thy Generall Calling, and of thy Particular Calling too. God is the author of both Callings: of thy General Calling, and of thy Particular Calling too. np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2: pp-f po21 n1 vvg, cc pp-f po21 j vvg av. (16) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 467
5395 Doe not thinke he hath called thee to seruice, in the one, and to liberty in the other; Do not think he hath called thee to service, in the one, and to liberty in the other; vdb xx vvi pns31 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp n1, p-acp dt pi, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 467
5396 to Iustice in the one, and to Cousenage in the other; to Simplicity in the one, and to Dissimulation in the other; to justice in the one, and to Cozenage in the other; to Simplicity in the one, and to Dissimulation in the other; p-acp ng1 p-acp dt pi, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn; pc-acp n1 p-acp dt pi, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 467
5397 to Holinesse in the one, and to Prophanenesse in the other; to Holiness in the one, and to Profaneness in the other; pc-acp n1 p-acp dt pi, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 467
5398 in a word, to an entire and vniuersall Obedience in the one, and to any kind or degree of Disobedience in the other. It teacheth thee secondly ; in a word, to an entire and universal obedience in the one, and to any kind or degree of Disobedience in the other. It Teaches thee secondly; p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt pi, cc p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n-jn. pn31 vvz pno21 ord; (16) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 467
5399 not to ingulfe thy selfe •o wholly into the businesses of thy particular Calling, as to abridge thy selfe of conuenient opportunities for the exercise of those religious duties, which thou art bound to performe by vertue of thy generall Calling; not to ingulf thy self •o wholly into the businesses of thy particular Calling, as to abridge thy self of convenient opportunities for the exercise of those religious duties, which thou art bound to perform by virtue of thy general Calling; xx p-acp j-jn po21 n1 av av-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 j vvg, c-acp p-acp vvb po21 n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt vvb pp-f d j n2, r-crq pns21 vb2r vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f po21 j vvg; (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 468
5400 as Prayer, Confession, Thankesgiuing, Meditation, &c. God alloweth thee to serue thy selfe ; but he Commandeth thee, to serue him too. as Prayer, Confessi, Thanksgiving, Meditation, etc. God alloweth thee to serve thy self; but he Commands thee, to serve him too. c-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, av np1 vvz pno21 pc-acp vvi po21 n1; cc-acp pns31 vvz pno21, pc-acp vvi pno31 av. (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 468
5401 Bee not thou so all for thy selfe, as to forget him: but as thou art ready to embrace that liberty, which he hath giuen thee, to serue thy selfe ; Bee not thou so all for thy self, as to forget him: but as thou art ready to embrace that liberty, which he hath given thee, to serve thy self; n1 xx pns21 av av-d c-acp po21 n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi pno31: cc-acp c-acp pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vvi cst n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno21, p-acp vvb po21 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 468
5402 so make a conscience to performe those duties which hee hath required of thee for his seruice. Worke, and spare not: so make a conscience to perform those duties which he hath required of thee for his service. Work, and spare not: av vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pp-f pno21 p-acp po31 n1. n1, cc vvb xx: (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 468
5403 but yet pray too, or else worke not. Prayer is the meanes, to procure a blessing vpon thy labours, from his hands; but yet pray too, or Else work not. Prayer is the means, to procure a blessing upon thy labours, from his hands; cc-acp av vvb av, cc av vvb xx. n1 vbz dt n2, pc-acp vvi dt vvg p-acp po21 n2, p-acp po31 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 468
5404 who neuer faileth to serue them, that neuer faile to serue him. who never Faileth to serve them, that never fail to serve him. r-crq av-x vvz p-acp vvb pno32, cst av-x vvb p-acp vvb pno31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 468
5405 Did euer any man serue God for nought ? A man cannot haue so comfortable assurance, that he shall prosper in the affayres he taketh in hand, by any other meanes, Did ever any man serve God for nought? A man cannot have so comfortable assurance, that he shall prosper in the affairs he Takes in hand, by any other means, vdd av d n1 vvb np1 p-acp pix? dt n1 vmbx vhi av j n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pns31 vvz p-acp n1, p-acp d j-jn n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 468
5406 as by making God the Alpha and Omega of his endeauours; as by making God the Alpha and Omega of his endeavours; c-acp p-acp vvg np1 dt np1 cc np1 pp-f po31 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 468
5407 by beginning them in his name, and derecting them to his glory. Neither is this a point of Duty only, in regard of Gods command ; by beginning them in his name, and derecting them to his glory. Neither is this a point of Duty only, in regard of God's command; p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp po31 vvi, cc vvg pno32 p-acp po31 n1. d vbz d dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j, p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 468
5408 or a point of Wisecome onely, to make our labours successefull: or a point of Wisecome only, to make our labours successful: cc dt n1 pp-f vvn av-j, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j: (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 468
5409 but it is a point of Iustice too, as due by way of Restitution. We make bold with his day, dispence with some of that time which hee hath sanctified vnto his seruice, but it is a point of justice too, as due by Way of Restitution. We make bold with his day, dispense with Some of that time which he hath sanctified unto his service, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 av, c-acp j-jn p-acp n1 pp-f n1. pns12 vvb j p-acp po31 n1, vvb p-acp d pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 468
5410 for our owne necessities. It is equall, we should allow him at least as much of ours, as we borrow of his ; for our own necessities. It is equal, we should allow him At least as much of ours, as we borrow of his; p-acp po12 d n2. pn31 vbz j-jn, pns12 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp ds p-acp d pp-f png12, p-acp po12 vvb pp-f po31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 468
5411 though it be for our necessities, or lawfull comforts. But if wee rob him of some of his time, (as too often we doe,) employing it in our owne businesses, without the warrant of a just necessitie : though it be for our necessities, or lawful comforts. But if we rob him of Some of his time, (as too often we do,) employing it in our own businesses, without the warrant of a just necessity: cs pn31 vbb p-acp po12 n2, cc j n2. cc-acp cs pns12 vvb pno31 pp-f d pp-f po31 n1, (c-acp av av pns12 vdb,) vvg pn31 p-acp po12 d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 469
5412 we are to know that it is theft, yea theft in the highest degree, sacriledge ; we Are to know that it is theft, yea theft in the highest degree, sacrilege; pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbz n1, uh n1 p-acp dt js n1, n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 469
5413 and that therefore wee are bound, at least as farre as petty theeues were in the Law, to a fourefould restitution. and that Therefore we Are bound, At least as Far as Petty thieves were in the Law, to a fourefould restitution. cc cst av pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp ds p-acp j c-acp j ng2 vbdr p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt vvn n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 469
5414 Abide in thy Calling, by doing thine owne part, and labouring faithfully; but yet so, as Gods part be not forgotten, in seruing him daily. It teacheth thee thirdly ; Abide in thy Calling, by doing thine own part, and labouring faithfully; but yet so, as God's part be not forgotten, in serving him daily. It Teaches thee Thirdly; vvb p-acp po21 vvg, p-acp vdg png21 d n1, cc vvg av-j; cc-acp av av, c-acp ng1 vvb vbb xx vvn, p-acp vvg pno31 av-j. pn31 vvz pno21 ord; (16) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 469
5415 to watch ouer the speciall sinnes of thy particular Calling. Sinnes I meane, not that cleaue necessarily to the Calling; to watch over the special Sins of thy particular Calling. Sinnes I mean, not that cleave necessarily to the Calling; p-acp vvb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po21 j vvg. zz pns11 vvb, xx cst vvb av-j p-acp dt vvg; (16) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 469
5416 for then the very Calling it selfe should be vnlawfull: but sinnes, vnto the temptations wherof the condition of thy Calling layeth thee open, more than it doth vnto other sinnes, or more than some other Callings would doe vnto the same sinnes; for then the very Calling it self should be unlawful: but Sins, unto the temptations whereof the condition of thy Calling Layeth thee open, more than it does unto other Sins, or more than Some other Callings would do unto the same Sins; c-acp cs dt j vvg pn31 n1 vmd vbi j: p-acp n2, p-acp dt n2 c-crq dt n1 pp-f po21 vvg vvz pno21 j, av-dc cs pn31 vdz p-acp j-jn n2, cc av-dc cs d j-jn n2 vmd vdi p-acp dt d n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 469
5417 and wherwith, whilest thou art stirring about the businesses of thy Calling, thou mayest be soonest ouertaken, and wherewith, whilst thou art stirring about the businesses of thy Calling, thou Mayest be soonest overtaken, cc c-crq, cs pns21 vb2r vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 vvg, pns21 vm2 vbi av-s vvn, (16) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 469
5418 if thou dost not heedefully watch ouer thy selfe and them. The Magistrates sins, Partialitie and Injustice; if thou dost not heedfully watch over thy self and them. The Magistrates Sins, Partiality and Injustice; cs pns21 vd2 xx av-j vvi p-acp po21 n1 cc pno32. dt n2 n2, n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 469
5419 the Ministers sinnes, Sloath and Flattery; the Lawyers sinnes, Maintenance and Collusion; the Merchants sinnes, Lying and Deceiptfulnesse; the Ministers Sins, Sloth and Flattery; the Lawyers Sins, Maintenance and Collusion; the Merchant's Sins, Lying and Deceiptfulnesse; dt n2 n2, n1 cc n1; dt n2 n2, n1 cc n1; dt n2 n2, vvg cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 469
5420 the Courtiers sinnes, Ambition and Dissimulation; the Great Mans sinnes, Pride and Oppression; the Gentlemans sinnes, Ryot and Prodigality; the Courtiers Sins, Ambition and Dissimulation; the Great men Sins, Pride and Oppression; the Gentleman's Sins, Riot and Prodigality; dt n2 n2, n1 cc n1; dt j ng1 n2, n1 cc n1; dt ng1 n2, n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 469
5421 the Officers sinnes, Bribery and Extortion; the Country mans sinnes, Enuy and Discontentednesse; the Seruants sinnes, Tale-bearing and Purloyning. the Officers Sins, Bribery and Extortion; the Country men Sins, Envy and Discontentedness; the Servants Sins, Talebearing and Purloining. dt n2 n2, n1 cc n1; dt n1 ng1 n2, n1 cc n1; dt n2 n2, j cc vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 469
5422 In euery State and condition of life, there is a kind of oppertunity to some speciall sinne : In every State and condition of life, there is a kind of opportunity to Some special sin: p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 469
5423 wherin in if our watchfulnesse be not the greater, mainly to oppose it, and keepe it out; wherein in if our watchfulness be not the greater, mainly to oppose it, and keep it out; c-crq p-acp cs po12 n1 vbb xx dt jc, av-j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 av; (16) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 470
5424 we cannot abide therin with God. we cannot abide therein with God. pns12 vmbx vvb av p-acp np1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 470
5425 All that I haue done all this while, in my passage ouer this Scripture, is but this. All that I have done all this while, in my passage over this Scripture, is but this. d cst pns11 vhb vdn d d n1, p-acp po11 n1 p-acp d n1, vbz p-acp d. (16) sermon (DIV1) 373 Page 470
5426 I haue proued the Necessitie of hauing a Calling ; layed downe directions for the Choyce and tryall of our Callings ; I have proved the Necessity of having a Calling; laid down directions for the Choice and trial of our Callings; pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f vhg dt vvg; vvn a-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 373 Page 470
5427 and shewed what is required of vs in the vse of our Callings for the abiding therein with God. and showed what is required of us in the use of our Callings for the abiding therein with God. cc vvd r-crq vbz vvn pp-f pno12 p-acp dt vvb pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n-vvg av p-acp np1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 373 Page 470
5428 And hauing thus dispatched my Message, it is now time I should spare both your eares, and my owne sides. God grant that euery one of vs may remember so much of what hath beene taught, And having thus dispatched my Message, it is now time I should spare both your ears, and my own sides. God grant that every one of us may Remember so much of what hath been taught, cc vhg av vvn po11 n1, pn31 vbz av n1 pns11 vmd vvi d po22 n2, cc po11 d n2. np1 vvb cst d crd pp-f pno12 vmb vvi av d pp-f r-crq vhz vbn vvn, (16) sermon (DIV1) 373 Page 470
5429 as is needfull for each of vs; and faithfully apply it vnto our owne soules and consciences; as is needful for each of us; and faithfully apply it unto our own Souls and Consciences; c-acp vbz j p-acp d pp-f pno12; cc av-j vvb pn31 p-acp po12 d n2 cc n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 373 Page 470
5430 and make a profitable and seasonable vse of it in the whole course of our liues: and make a profitable and seasonable use of it in the Whole course of our lives: cc vvb dt j cc j vvb pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2: (16) sermon (DIV1) 373 Page 470
5431 euen for Iesus Christs sake, his blessed sonne, and our alone Sauiour. To whom &c. FINIS. even for Iesus Christ sake, his blessed son, and our alone Saviour. To whom etc. FINIS. av c-acp np1 npg1 n1, po31 j-vvn n1, cc po12 j n1. p-acp ro-crq av fw-la. (16) sermon (DIV1) 373 Page 470

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0 0 At a Visitation at Boston Linc. 17. April. 1619. At a Visitation At Boston Link 17. April. 1619. p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 np1 crd np1. crd
1 0 §. 1. The occasion. §. 1. The occasion. §. crd dt n1.
8 0 Acts 28.24. Acts 28.24. n2 crd.
11 0 De nouo conuersus, & de lege Catholica minùs sufficien•er instructus. Lyra. De nouo conuersus, & de lege Catholica minùs sufficien•er instructus. Lyra. fw-fr fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1
13 0 Verse 1. Verse 1. n1 crd
13 1 NONLATINALPHABET. Rom. 15.1. §. 2. Scope, . Rom. 15.1. §. 2. Scope, . np1 crd. §. crd n1,
15 0 2. Cor. 10.8. 2. Cor. 10.8. crd np1 crd.
18 0 Gal 2.14. Gall 2.14. n1 crd.
22 0 1. Cor. 14.26. 1. Cor. 14.26. crd np1 crd.
22 1 Caietan in locum. Caietan in locum. np1 p-acp fw-la.
22 2 Bulling. in locum. Bulling. in locum. vvg. p-acp fw-la.
24 0 Iob 9.33. Job 9.33. np1 crd.
30 0 §. 3. Coherence, §. 3. Coherence, §. crd n1,
34 0 Verse 14. Verse 14. n1 crd
34 1 1. Cor. 10.23 1. Cor. 10.23 crd np1 crd
34 2 Vers. 2. Vers. 2. np1 crd
35 0 1. Cor. 10.27 1. Cor. 10.27 crd np1 crd
45 0 §. 4. and Diuision of the Text. §. 4. and Division of the Text. §. crd cc n1 pp-f dt np1
47 0 Litterally, setting at naught ; so it is translated, Luk. 23.11. and the Latine translation, which Tertull. followed, readeth here fitly to the Greek, Qui manducat, ne nullificet non manducantem. Tertul. de ieiun. aduersu• Psych. cap. 1. Literally, setting At nought; so it is translated, Luk. 23.11. and the Latin Translation, which Tertul followed, readeth Here fitly to the Greek, Qui manducat, ne nullificet non manducantem. Tertulian de Fasting. aduersu• Psych. cap. 1. av-j, vvg p-acp pix; av pn31 vbz vvn, np1 crd. cc dt jp n1, r-crq np1 vvd, vvz av av-j p-acp dt jp, fw-fr n1, ccx fw-la fw-fr fw-la. np1 fw-fr fw-fr. n1 vvb. n1. crd
54 0 §. 5. We must not despise others. §. 5. We must not despise Others. §. crd pns12 vmb xx vvi n2-jn.
58 0 §. 6. Though they be neuer so weake, §. 6. Though they be never so weak, §. crd cs pns32 vbb av-x av j,
61 0 1. Sam. 17.42 1. Sam. 17.42 crd np1 crd
62 0 1. Tim. 4.12. 1. Tim. 4.12. crd np1 crd.
64 0 Eccles. 9.16. Eccles. 9.16. np1 crd.
65 0 Psa. 119.141. Psa. 119.141. np1 crd.
66 0 Mat. 18.10. Mathew 18.10. np1 crd.
69 0 Col. 2.3. Col. 2.3. np1 crd.
72 0 Luk. 23.11. NONLATINALPHABET. Luk. 23.11.. np1 crd..
72 1 NONLATINALPHABET. ibid. . Ibid. . fw-la.
74 0 Mat. 8.26, 14.31, 16.8. Mathew 8.26, 14.31, 16.8. np1 crd, crd, crd.
76 0 Fides hic significat persuasionem de vsu rerum indiffèrentium: per Synecdochen generis. Piscat. Schol. in Rom. 14.1. Fides hic significat persuasionem de vsu rerum indiffèrentium: per Synecdoche Generis. Physical. Schol. in Rom. 14.1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la vvi fw-la. vvn. np1 p-acp np1 crd.
83 0 §. 7. and we neuer so strong: §. 7. and we never so strong: §. crd cc pns12 av-x av j:
89 0 Luk. 18.9, 11. Luk. 18.9, 11. np1 crd, crd
90 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Luke 18.9. . Luke 18.9. . np1 crd.
95 0 Gen. 16.4, 5. Gen. 16.4, 5. np1 crd, crd
104 0 1. Cor. 8.1. Quò didicisse, nisi hoc fermentum, &c. Pers. Satyr. •. Vide Casaub. ibi. 1. Cor. 8.1. Quò didicisse, nisi hoc fermentum, etc. Pers. Satyr. •. Vide Casaubon There. crd np1 crd. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, av np1 n1. •. fw-la np1 fw-la.
107 0 1. Cor. 15.9. 1. Cor. 15.9. crd np1 crd.
107 1 1. Tim. 1.15. 1. Tim. 1.15. crd np1 crd.
108 0 2. Cor. 12.7. NONLATINALPHABET. 2. Cor. 12.7.. crd np1 crd..
111 0 1. Pet. 2.9. 1. Pet. 2.9. crd np1 crd.
120 0 §. 8. both for the sins sake. §. 8. both for the Sins sake. §. crd d c-acp dt ng1 n1.
121 0 Prou. 30.2. Prou. 30.2. np1 crd.
126 0 Pro. 14.21. Pro 14.21. np1 crd.
135 0 Iohn 3.8. John 3.8. np1 crd.
135 1 1. Cor. 12.11 1. Cor. 12.11 crd np1 crd
135 2 1. Cor. 12.4. 1. Cor. 12.4. crd np1 crd.
136 0 1. Thes. 4.8. 1. Thebes 4.8. crd np1 crd.
137 0 1. Cor. 8.12. 1. Cor. 8.12. crd np1 crd.
139 0 §. 9. and the Scandall. §. 9. and the Scandal. §. crd cc dt n1.
139 1 Math. 18.6. &c. Math. 18.6. etc. np1 crd. av
140 0 Ibid. 10. Ibid 10. np1 crd
143 0 Plaut. in Cistel Act. 4. Scaen. 1. Plautus. in Cistel Act. 4. Scene 1. np1. p-acp np1 n1 crd np1 crd
145 0 Habet enim quendam aculeum contumelia; quem Pati prudentes ac boni viri difficillime possunt, Cic. Verr. 5. Habet enim quendam Aculeus Contumely; Whom Pati prudentes ac boni viri difficillime possunt, Cic Verr 5. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, np1 np1 crd
145 1 Arist. lib. 2. Rhet. 2. c. 2. where he thus defineth Anger. NONLATINALPHABET. Arist. lib. 2. Rhetoric 2. c. 2. where he thus defineth Anger.. np1 n1. crd np1 crd sy. crd c-crq pns31 av vvz n1..
149 0 Vide opus Adag. Megarenses neque tertij ne { que } quarti. Vide opus Adag. Megarenses neque tertij ne { que } quarti. fw-la fw-la np1. np2 fw-la fw-la fw-fr { fw-fr } fw-la.
150 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Arist. vbi supra. . Arist. vbi supra. . np1 fw-la fw-la.
152 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Ibid. . Ibid . np1
153 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrysost. hom. 23. in Gen. . Chrysostom hom. 23. in Gen. . np1 av-an. crd p-acp np1
157 0 Haue mercy vpon vs, O Lord, haue mercy vpon vs: for we are exceedingly filled with contempt. Our soule is exceedingly filled with the scorning of those that are at ease, and with the contempt of the proud, Psal. 123.3.4. Have mercy upon us, Oh Lord, have mercy upon us: for we Are exceedingly filled with contempt. Our soul is exceedingly filled with the scorning of those that Are At ease, and with the contempt of the proud, Psalm 123.3.4. vhb n1 p-acp pno12, uh n1, vhb n1 p-acp pno12: c-acp pns12 vbr av-vvg vvn p-acp n1. po12 n1 vbz av-vvg vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f d cst vbr p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, np1 crd.
159 0 Math. 18.6.10. Math. 18.6.10. np1 crd.
163 0 §. 10. Despising and iudging compared. §. 10. Despising and judging compared. §. crd vvg cc vvg vvn.
166 0 NONLATINALPHABET; Max. Tyrius NONLATINALPHABET. ; Max. Tyrius. ; np1 np1.
180 0 Gen. 13.9.11. Gen. 13.9.11. np1 crd.
185 0 §. 11. Wee must not iudge o•hers. §. 11. we must not judge o•hers. §. crd pns12 vmb xx vvi n2.
186 0 Ne condemnato. Beza. Ne condemnato. Beza. ccx fw-la. np1.
187 0 Piscator in Schol. ad hunc locum. Piscator in Schol. ad hunc locum. n1 p-acp np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la.
188 0 Euill manners haue bin the spoiling of many good words; as NONLATINALPHABET, Tyrannus, Sophista, Latro, NONLATINALPHABET, Venenum, Magus ; and in our English tongue, Knaue, Villaine, Churle, &c. See Minsheu, Verstegan, &c. Evil manners have been the spoiling of many good words; as, Tyrannus, Sophista, Latro,, Venenum, Magus; and in our English tongue, Knave, Villain, Churl, etc. See Minsheu, Verstegan, etc. j-jn n2 vhb vbn dt vvg pp-f d j n2; c-acp, np1, np1, np1,, fw-la, np1; cc p-acp po12 jp n1, n1, n1, n1, av vvb av, np1, av
195 0 Matth. 7.1. Matthew 7.1. np1 crd.
195 1 1. Cor. 4.5. 1. Cor. 4.5. crd np1 crd.
195 2 Kom. 2.1. Kom. 2.1. fw-ge. crd.
195 3 Iam. 4.11. Iam. 4.11. np1 crd.
196 0 §. 12. This kind of iudging being §. 12. This kind of judging being §. crd d n1 pp-f vvg n1
196 1 Exod. 22.9. 2. Chron. 19.6. Rom. 13.4. and elsewhere. Exod 22.9. 2. Chronicles 19.6. Rom. 13.4. and elsewhere. np1 crd. crd np1 crd. np1 crd. cc av.
201 0 1. Cor. 13.5. NONLATINALPHABET. 1. Cor. 13.5.. crd np1 crd..
201 1 Ibid. vers. 7. NONLATINALPHABET. Ibid vers. 7.. np1 fw-la. crd.
201 2 As Walter Mapes sometimes Archdeacon of Oxenford, relating the grosse Simony of the Pope for confirming the election of Reginald, bastard sonne to Ioceline, Bishop of Sarum, into the See of Bathe ; concludeth the narration thus: Sit tamen domina ma•erque nostra Roma baculus in aquâ fractus; & absit crederae, qua videmus. Mahap. de nugis Curialium, distinct ▪ 1 cap. 22. As Walter Mapes sometime Archdeacon of Oxford, relating the gross Simony of the Pope for confirming the election of Reginald, bastard son to Joceline, Bishop of Sarum, into the See of bath; Concludeth the narration thus: Fit tamen domina ma•erque nostra Roma Baculus in aquâ fractus; & absit crederae, qua Videmus. Mahap. de Trifles Curialium, distinct ▪ 1 cap. 22. p-acp np1 np1 av n1 pp-f np1, vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 n1 p-acp vvi, n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt vvb pp-f n1; vvz dt n1 av: vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-it fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la; cc vvi fw-la, fw-la fw-la. n1. fw-fr fw-la fw-la, j ▪ crd n1. crd
204 0 cù• 〈 … 〉 siue nostris, siue alienis, expedit ad hoc, vt se•••ius remedium 〈 ◊ 〉 quòd 〈 … 〉 id quod est deterius: qu•d remedium quod est efficax c•ntra m•tus malum, multo magis est efficax contraminus malirit 〈 … 〉 4. 〈 ◊ 〉. 3. cù• 〈 … 〉 siue nostris, siue alienis, expedit ad hoc, vt se•••ius remedium 〈 ◊ 〉 quòd 〈 … 〉 id quod est Deterius: qu•d remedium quod est Effective c•ntra m•tus malum, Much magis est Effective contraminus malirit 〈 … 〉 4. 〈 ◊ 〉. 3. n1 〈 … 〉 fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la 〈 sy 〉 fw-la 〈 … 〉 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la n1 〈 … 〉 crd 〈 sy 〉. crd
205 0 Iob ▪ 1.5. Job ▪ 1.5. np1 ▪ crd.
208 0 Aperta non ita reprehendamus, vt de sanitate desperemus. Gloss. Ordin. in Rom. 14.13. Non quicquid reprehendendum, etiam damnandum est. Sen. l. 6. de benef. cap. 39. Aperta non ita reprehendamus, vt de sanitate desperemus. Gloss. Ordain. in Rom. 14.13. Non quicquid reprehendendum, etiam damnandum est. Sen. l. 6. the Beneficence. cap. 39. np1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1. p-acp np1 crd. fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1 crd dt n1. n1. crd
210 0 As Paul, Marie Magdalene, &c. As Paul, Marry Magdalene, etc. p-acp np1, uh np1, av
211 0 As Dauid, Peter, &c. As David, Peter, etc. c-acp np1, np1, av
219 0 §. 13. 1. Vnlawfull. §. 13. 1. Unlawful. §. crd crd j.
220 0 Exod. 2.14. Exod 2.14. np1 crd.
220 1 Luk. 12.14. Luk. 12.14. np1 crd.
221 0 NONLATINALPHABET; &c. Chrys. in Gen. hom. 42. ; etc. Chrys. in Gen. hom. 42. ; av np1 p-acp np1 av-an. crd
222 0 Iam. 4.12. Iam. 4.12. np1 crd.
223 0 Rom. 14.4. Rom. 14.4. np1 crd.
226 0 Mali operis vindictam, Boni gloriam, vtriusque Iudicium. Mali operis vindictam, Boni gloriam, vtriusque Iudicium. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la.
227 0 Deut. 32.35. Deuteronomy 32.35. np1 crd.
227 1 Isai. 42.8. Rom. 12.19. Isaiah 42.8. Rom. 12.19. np1 crd. np1 crd.
227 2 Rom. 14.4.10 Iam 4.11, 12. Rom. 14.4.10 Iam 4.11, 12. np1 crd fw-la crd, crd
227 3 Tres hominum species maximam Deo faciunt iniuriam: Superbi, qui auferunt ei Gloriam; Iracundi, qui Vindictam; Rigidi, qui Iudicium. Tres hominum species maximam God faciunt iniuriam: Superb, qui auferunt ei Gloriam; Iracundi, qui Vindictam; Rigidi, qui Iudicium. fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la, fw-fr fw-la; np1, fw-fr fw-la.
229 0 Heb. 10.30. Hebrew 10.30. np1 crd.
231 0 §. 14. II. Rash. §. 14. II Rash. §. crd crd j.
231 1 Et nunc Reges, intelligite: •radi•ini, qui iudicutit terram, Psal. 2, 10. Si iudicat cognosce, Sen in Med. Act NONLATINALPHABET. Phocylid. Et nunc Reges, Understand: •radi•ini, qui iudicutit terram, Psalm 2, 10. Si iudicat cognosce, Sen in Med. Act. Phocylides. fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la: fw-la, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la, np1 crd, crd fw-mi fw-la fw-la, av p-acp np1 n1. np1.
231 2 Et Normam & Causam. Normam, secundum quam; & Causam, de quâ statuendum. Ad Factum haec pertinet: illa ad Ius: ad illam, Pariciâ opu• est ▪ •d h••c •rudentia. Et Norman & Causam. Norman, secundum quam; & Causam, de quâ statuendum. Ad Factum haec pertinet: illa ad Just: ad Illam, Pariciâ opu• est ▪ •d h••c •rudentia. fw-fr np1 cc np1. np1, fw-la fw-la; cc np1, fw-fr fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la np1: fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la ▪ fw-la fw-la fw-la.
234 0 Ier. 17.9. I know nothing by my selfe; yet am I not hereby iustified: but he that iudgeth me is the Lord 1. Cor. 4.4. If our heart condemne vs, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things, 1. Joh. 3 21. Latet me faculta• mea, quae in me est; vt animus meus de viribus suis ipse se interrogans, non facilè sibi credendum existimet, quia & quod in est plerunque occultum est. Aug. lib. 10, Confes. cap. 32. Jeremiah 17.9. I know nothing by my self; yet am I not hereby justified: but he that Judgeth me is the Lord 1. Cor. 4.4. If our heart condemn us, God is greater than our heart, and Knoweth all things, 1. John 3 21. Latet me faculta• mea, Quae in me est; vt animus meus de viribus suis ipse se interrogans, non facilè sibi credendum existimet, quia & quod in est plerunque occultum est. Aug. lib. 10, Confess cap. 32. np1 crd. pns11 vvb pix p-acp po11 n1; av vbm pns11 xx av vvn: cc-acp pns31 cst vvz pno11 vbz dt n1 crd np1 crd. cs po12 n1 vvb pno12, np1 vbz jc cs po12 n1, cc vvz d n2, crd np1 crd crd fw-la pno11 n1 zz, fw-la p-acp pno11 fw-la; fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n2, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la cc fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. crd, np1 n1. crd
235 0 Heb. 12.9. Hebrew 12.9. np1 crd.
235 1 Psal. 7.9. & 26.2. Ier. 11.20. & 17 10. & 20.12. Reuel. 2.13. Psalm 7.9. & 26.2. Jeremiah 11.20. & 17 10. & 20.12. Revel. 2.13. np1 crd. cc crd. np1 crd. cc crd crd cc crd. vvb. crd.
236 0 Heb. 4.13. Hebrew 4.13. np1 crd.
236 1 1. Cor. 4.5. 1. Cor. 4.5. crd np1 crd.
239 0 Temeritas est, damnare quod nescias. Sen. Epist. 91. Sunt quae dam facta media, quae ignoramus quo animo fiant, quia & bono & malo fieri possunt, de quibus temerarium est iudicare. August. lib. 2. de Serm. Dom. in morte, cap. 18. Temeritas est, damnare quod Nescias. Sen. Epistle 91. Sunt Quae dam facta media, Quae ignoramus quo animo fiant, quia & Bono & Malo fieri possunt, de quibus Rashly est iudicare. August. lib. 2. de Sermon Dom. in morte, cap. 18. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 crd fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la cc fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. n1. crd fw-fr np1 np1 p-acp fw-la, n1. crd
239 1 §. 15. III. Vncharitable: §. 15. III. Uncharitable: §. crd np1. j:
241 0 In rerum iudicio debet aliquis niti ad hoc, vt interpretetur vnumquodque secundum quod est: in iudicio autem personarū, vt interpretetur in melius, Aquin. 2a secundae qu. 60. art. 4. ad 3. & he giueth a substantiall reason for it, ibid. in resp. ad 2. In rerum Judicio debet aliquis niti ad hoc, vt interpretetur vnumquodque secundum quod est: in Judicio autem personarū, vt interpretetur in Better, Aquinas 2a secundae queen. 60. art. 4. and 3. & he gives a substantial reason for it, Ibid. in resp. ad 2. p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, np1 fw-la fw-la n1. crd n1. crd cc crd cc pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp pn31, fw-la. p-acp n1. fw-la crd
243 0 Glossa Ord. in hunc locū; & Theologi passim. Semper quicquid dubiū est, humanitas inclinat in melius, Sen. Epist. 81. Glossa Ord. in hunc locū; & Theologians passim. Semper quicquid dubiū est, humanitas inclinat in Better, Sen. Epistle 81. np1 np1 p-acp fw-la fw-la; cc np1 n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, np1 np1 crd
246 0 Error charitatis, salutaris error. Error charitatis, Salutaris error. n1 fw-la, fw-la n1.
246 1 Melius est, quòd aliquis frequenter fallatur, habens bonam opinionem de malo homine, quàm quòd rarius fallatur, habens malam opinionem de bono homine: quia ex hoc fit iniur i•adicui; non autem ex primo. Aquin secunda secundae qu. 60. art. 4. ad. 1. Better est, quòd aliquis frequenter fallatur, habens Good opinionem de Malo homine, quàm quòd rarius fallatur, habens Evil opinionem de Bono homine: quia ex hoc fit injure i•adicui; non autem ex primo. Aquinas Secunda secundae queen. 60. art. 4. ad. 1. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la jc fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 vvi fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la n1. crd n1. crd fw-la. crd
247 0 Aequum licet statuerit, han• aequus fuit, Sen. in Med. Act. 2. Aequum licet statuerit, han• aequus fuit, Sen. in Med. Act. 2. np1 fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la, np1 p-acp np1 n1 crd
248 0 1 Cor. 13.5. 1 Cor. 13.5. vvd np1 crd.
374 0 §. 22. II. In the Persons. §. 22. II In the Persons. §. crd crd p-acp dt n2.
250 0 Si suspiciones vitare non possumus, quia 〈 … 〉, id est, definitiuar firmasque sententias continere debemus, Gloss. Ordin. in 1 Cor. 4. Si suspiciones vitare non possumus, quia 〈 … 〉, id est, definitiuar firmasque sententias continere debemus, Gloss. Ordain. in 1 Cor. 4. fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la 〈 … 〉, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 np1. p-acp crd np1 crd
253 0 §. 16. IIII. Scandalous. §. 16. IIII. Scandalous. §. crd crd. j.
256 0 1. Cor. 4.3. 1. Cor. 4.3. crd np1 crd.
269 0 §. 17. Application to the case in our Church. §. 17. Application to the case in our Church. §. crd n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n1.
278 0 §. 18. Agreement betwixt the two Cases. §. 18. Agreement betwixt the two Cases. §. crd n1 p-acp dt crd n2.
305 0 §. 19. Difference betwixt them: I. in the Matter. §. 19. Difference betwixt them: I in the Matter. §. crd n1 p-acp pno32: uh p-acp dt n1.
314 0 Article 20. agreeably to the confessions of other Protestant Churches. Article 20. agreeably to the confessions of other Protestant Churches. n1 crd av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 n2.
315 0 NONLATINALPHABET. 1. Cor. 14.20. . 1. Cor. 14.20. . crd np1 crd.
316 0 Constit. & Canon. 30. Constitut & Canon. 30. np1 cc n1. crd
317 0 §. 20. The maine obiection, from Christian libertie, answered. §. 20. The main objection, from Christian liberty, answered. §. crd dt j n1, p-acp njp n1, vvd.
318 0 Ex. 1. Cor. 7.35 Ex. 1. Cor. 7.35 np1 crd np1 crd
318 1 Lincolnsh. Abridg. pag. 34. Lincolnshi. Abridge page. 34. n1. np1 n1. crd
322 0 Mar. 7.8. &c. Mar. 7.8. etc. np1 crd. av
323 0 In Spiritum Sanctum blasphemant, qui sacros Canones violant. 25. qu. 1. Violatores. In Spiritum Sanctum blasphemant, qui sacros Canonas violant. 25. queen. 1. Violatori. p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-fr, fw-fr fw-fr n2 fw-fr. crd n1. crd n2.
325 0 Constit. &c. Can. 74. Art. 20 Act for vniformitie; and Treat. of Ceremonies prefixed to the Book of Common Prayer. Constitut etc. Can. 74. Art. 20 Act for uniformity; and Treat. of Ceremonies prefixed to the Book of Common Prayer. np1 av vmb. crd n1 crd n1 p-acp n1; cc vvi. pp-f n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1.
326 0 Without pre•udice to the libertie of other Churches. See Praef. to Commun. Booke. Without pre•udice to the liberty of other Churches. See Preface to Common. Book. p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2. vvb np1 p-acp j. n1.
327 0 The Church ought not to enforce any thing besides the holy Writ, to be beleeued for necessity of saluation. Artic. 20. The Church ought not to enforce any thing beside the holy Writ, to be believed for necessity of salvation. Artic. 20. dt n1 vmd xx pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt j vvn, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1. np1 crd
332 0 See Conference at Hampton Court, p. 70.71. See Conference At Hampton Court, p. 70.71. vvb n1 p-acp np1 n1, n1 crd.
334 0 In rebus medijs lex posita est obedientiae, Bernard. Epist. 7. In rebus Medias lex Posita est obedientiae, Bernard. Epistle 7. p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1. np1 crd
334 1 De huiusmodi quippe nec praeceptor expectandus, nec prohibitor auscultandus est, Bernard. de praec. & dispensat. See Agell. 2. Noct. Attic. 7. & Bernard. Epist. 7. De huiusmodi quip nec Preceptor Expectant, nec prohibitor auscultandus est, Bernard. de praec. & dispensat. See Agell. 2. Night Attic. 7. & Bernard. Epistle 7. fw-fr fw-la n1 fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la, np1. fw-fr fw-la. cc fw-la. n1 np1. crd np1 np1 crd cc np1. np1 crd
338 0 See Sam. Collins Sermon on 1 Tim. 6.3. pag. 44. &c. See Sam. Collins Sermon on 1 Tim. 6.3. page. 44. etc. vvb np1 np1 n1 p-acp crd np1 crd. n1. crd av
341 0 Artic. 34. Artic. 34. np1 crd
344 0 See Caluin. li. 4. Instit. cap. 10. §. 27. See Calvin. li. 4. Institutio cap. 10. §. 27. n1 np1. fw-it. crd np1 n1. crd §. crd
345 0 Quot capita, tot Schismata. Hieronym. Quot capita, tot Schismata. Jerome. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. n1.
348 0 Like that, Col. 2.21. Touch not, taste not, handle not. Like that, Col. 2.21. Touch not, taste not, handle not. av-j d, np1 crd. vvb xx, vvb xx, vvb xx.
353 0 §. 12. And the purpose and practice of our Church herein iustified. §. 12. And the purpose and practice of our Church herein justified. §. crd cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 av vvn.
364 0 Pro inficiatione pontificatus foeminei. Aqui. pont. in resp. ad Sol. de Antichristo, Thes. 15. speaking of the Priests executed in the Raigne of Qu. Elizabeth. Pro inficiatione Pontificate foeminei. Aqui pont. in resp. ad Sol. de Antichrist, Thebes 15. speaking of the Priests executed in the Reign of Qu. Elizabeth. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. p-acp n1. fw-la np1 fw-fr fw-la, np1 crd vvg pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp dt vvi pp-f n1 np1.
365 0 See Donnes Pseudo-Martyr per totum ; especially, c. 5. &c. See Donnes Pseudo-Martyr per totum; especially, c. 5. etc. vvb n2 n1 fw-la fw-la; av-j, sy. crd av
369 0 The practice of our Church sufficiently confirmeth this: which censureth no man for the bare omission of some kinde of Rites and Ceremonies now and then; where it may be presumed by the parties cheerefull and generall conformity otherwise that such omission proceedeth not either from an opinatiue dislike of the Ceremony imposed, or from a timorous and obsequious humouring of such as doe dislike it. Whosoeuer willingly, and purposely doth openly breake, &c. Artic. 34. The practice of our Church sufficiently confirmeth this: which censureth no man for the bore omission of Some kind of Rites and Ceremonies now and then; where it may be presumed by the parties cheerful and general conformity otherwise that such omission Proceedeth not either from an opinative dislike of the Ceremony imposed, or from a timorous and obsequious Humouring of such as do dislike it. Whosoever willingly, and purposely does openly break, etc. Artic. 34. dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 av-j vvz d: r-crq vvz dx n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 av cc av; c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 j cc j n1 av cst d n1 vvz xx av-d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, cc p-acp dt j cc j vvg pp-f d c-acp vdb vvi pn31. r-crq av-j, cc av vdz av-j vvi, av np1 crd
370 0 In minimis quoque mandatis culpam facit non minimam; & conuertit in crimen gravis rebellionis navum satis levem simplicis transgressionis, Bern. de praec. & dispens. In minimis quoque mandatis Fault facit non minimam; & Convertit in crimen gravis Rebellion navum satis levem Simplicio transgressionis, Bern. de praec. & dispense. p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la; cc j p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 fw-fr fw-la. cc vvi.
629 0 1. Thes. 2.13 1. Thebes 2.13 crd np1 crd
395 0 §. 23. III. In their practice. §. 23. III. In their practice. §. crd np1. p-acp po32 n1.
399 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Rom. 13.5. . Rom. 13.5. . np1 crd.
400 0 Not onely for wrath, but also for conscience sake. Ibid. Not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake. Ibid xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp av c-acp n1 n1. np1
403 0 Meditations on the Lords Prayer, pag. 12 in the Margent. Meditations on the lords Prayer, page. 12 in the Margin. n2 p-acp dt n2 n1, n1. crd p-acp dt n1.
411 0 §. 24. IIII. In their behauiour. §. 24. IIII. In their behaviour. §. crd crd. p-acp po32 n1.
418 0 §. 25. We despise not our Brethren. §. 25. We despise not our Brothers. §. crd pns12 vvb xx po12 n2.
426 0 §. 26. Their grieuances propounded §. 26. Their grievances propounded ▪ §. crd po32 n2 vvn ▪
430 0 All benefit of Law being denyed them, & they debarred of other meanes by conference or writing for their Defence. Def. of Ministers reasons. part. 1. pref to Reader. We doe accuse the Reuerend Bishops in the sight of God and Man, for their hard and extreame dealing towards vs. Remouall of imputations, pag. 40. All benefit of Law being denied them, & they debarred of other means by conference or writing for their Defence. Def. of Ministers Reasons. part. 1. pref to Reader. We do accuse the Reverend Bishops in the sighed of God and Man, for their hard and extreme dealing towards us Removal of imputations, page. 40. d n1 pp-f n1 vbg vvn pno32, cc pns32 vvd pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1. np1 pp-f n2 n2. n1. crd n1 p-acp n1. pns12 vdb vvi dt j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1, p-acp po32 j cc j-jn n-vvg p-acp pno12 n1 pp-f n2, n1. crd
435 0 §. 27. and answered: The first. §. 27. and answered: The First. §. crd cc vvd: dt ord.
450 0 Many by their factious behauiour were driuen to be Papists. The K. Maiesty in Confer. at Hampt. pag. 98. Many by their factious behaviour were driven to be Papists. The K. Majesty in Confer. At Hampt. page. 98. d p-acp po32 j n1 vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi njp2. dt n1 n1 p-acp vvb. p-acp vvn. n1. crd
456 0 Of late our English A•minians haue got the tricke to fetch in within the compasse of this Title of Puritanes, all orthodox Diuines that oppose against their Semipelagian subtilties; of purpose to make sound truth odious, and their owne corrupt nouelties more passable, and plausible. Of late our English A•minians have god the trick to fetch in within the compass of this Title of Puritanes, all orthodox Divines that oppose against their Semipelagian subtleties; of purpose to make found truth odious, and their own corrupt novelties more passable, and plausible. pp-f j po12 np1 njp2 vhb vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np2, d n1 n2-jn cst vvb p-acp po32 np1 n2; pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 j, cc po32 d j n2 av-dc j, cc j.
458 0 §. 28. The second. §. 28. The second. §. crd dt ord.
465 0 Witnesse the learned Bookes of diuers Reuerend Prelates; Iohn Whitgift, Iohn Buckeridge, Thomas Morton, &c. Witness the learned Books of diverse Reverend Prelates; John Whitgift, John Buckeridge, Thomas Mortonum, etc. vvb dt j n2 pp-f j j-jn n2; np1 np1, np1 np1, np1 np1, av
467 0 §. 29. The third. §. 29. The third. §. crd dt ord.
473 0 Sancti stante charitate possunt errare etiam contra Catholicam veritatem. Occham Dial. part. 1. lib. 2. cap. 4. Sancti Standing charitate possunt errare etiam contra Catholicam veritatem. Ockham Dial. part. 1. lib. 2. cap. 4. fw-la n-jn fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 n1. crd n1. crd n1. crd
477 0 So Pelagius, from whose root Popery (in that branch) and Arminianisme sprouted, was a man as strict for life, as most Catholikes: yet a most dangerous and pestilent Heretike. Pelagij, viri vt audio sancti, & non paruo profectu Christiani. Aug. 3. de peccat. merit. & rem. 1. Istum sicut eum quī nouerunt loquuntur, bonum as praedicandum virum. Ibid. cap. 3. So Pelagius, from whose root Popery (in that branch) and Arminianism sprouted, was a man as strict for life, as most Catholics: yet a most dangerous and pestilent Heretic. Pelagij, viri vt audio sancti, & non paruo profectu Christians. Aug. 3. de peccat. merit. & remembering. 1. Istum sicut Eum quī nouerunt loquuntur, bonum as praedicandum virum. Ibid cap. 3. av np1, p-acp rg-crq n1 n1 (p-acp d n1) cc np1 vvd, vbds dt n1 c-acp j c-acp n1, c-acp ds njp2: av dt av-ds j cc j n1. fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la np1. np1 crd fw-la fw-la. n1. cc vvg. crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. crd
487 0 Non enim in cuius quam personâ praetermittendum est, quod institutis generalious continetur. Leo dist. 61. Miramur. Non enim in cuius quam personâ praetermittendum est, quod institutis generalious continetur. Leo Dist. 61. Miramur. fw-fr fw-la p-acp crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la j fw-la. fw-la vdd2. crd np1.
490 0 §. 30. Our Brethren how they iudge vs. §. 30. Our Brothers how they judge us §. crd po12 n2 c-crq pns32 vvb pno12
493 0 I referre the Reader for more particular satisfaction to Fr. Masons Sermon on 1 Cor. •• 40, pag. 30. Sam. Collie• Sermon on 1. Tim. 6.3. p. 21, 22. and others; but especially to their owne writings. I refer the Reader for more particular satisfaction to Fr. Masons Sermon on 1 Cor. •• 40, page. 30. Sam. Collie• Sermon on 1. Tim. 6.3. p. 21, 22. and Others; but especially to their own writings. pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp av-dc j n1 p-acp np1 np1 n1 p-acp crd np1 •• crd, n1. crd np1 np1 n1 p-acp crd np1 crd. n1 crd, crd cc ng2-jn; cc-acp av-j p-acp po32 d n2.
494 0 §. 31. I. The Church. §. 31. I. The Church. §. crd np1 dt n1.
495 0 Brightman in Apoc. cap. 3. Brightman in Apocalypse cap. 3. np1 p-acp np1 n1. crd
634 0 1. Thes. 4.8. 1. Thebes 4.8. crd np1 crd.
636 0 We haue heard him speake blasphemous words against Moses, and against God, Acts 6.11. We have herd him speak blasphemous words against Moses, and against God, Acts 6.11. pns12 vhb vvn pno31 vvi j n2 p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, vvz crd.
637 0 §. 7. OBSER. III. The best truths are subiect to Slander. §. 7. OBSERVATION. III. The best truths Are Subject to Slander. §. crd np1. np1. dt js n2 vbr j-jn p-acp n1.
640 0 Matth. 11.17, 18, 19. Matthew 11.17, 18, 19. np1 crd, crd, crd
642 0 Matth. 5.17. Matthew 5.17. np1 crd.
642 1 Mat. 22.21. Mathew 22.21. np1 crd.
643 0 Ioh. 19.12. John 19.12. np1 crd.
644 0 Luke 23.2. Lycia 23.2. n1 crd.
644 1 Mat. 10.25. Mathew 10.25. np1 crd.
1319 0 1. Cor. 12.8. &c. 1. Cor. 12.8. etc. crd np1 crd. av
496 0 This Simile was first vsed by a very Reuerend, graue and worthy Deane, (who hath many waies deserued well of our whole Church) in a Sermon before, Queene Elizabeth: and modestly and moderately vrged, not at all against the Ceremonies (which by his practice hee did allow) but for the further restraint of Popish Priests and Iesuites, who lay thicke in Ireland, and the Westerne coasts of England and Wales, as he pu• of dust and dirt behind the doores. Yet I here ascribed it to the Puri•anes, who (though they father it vpon that good man) must owne it 〈 ◊ 〉 their owne brat; because by mis-applying it to the Ceremonies, they haue 〈 ◊ 〉 their owne — Mu•• •mni 〈 ◊ 〉, incipit esse tuum. This Simile was First used by a very Reverend, graven and worthy Deane, (who hath many ways deserved well of our Whole Church) in a Sermon before, Queen Elizabeth: and modestly and moderately urged, not At all against the Ceremonies (which by his practice he did allow) but for the further restraint of Popish Priests and Iesuites, who lay thick in Ireland, and the Western coasts of England and Wales, as he pu• of dust and dirt behind the doors. Yet I Here ascribed it to the Puri•anes, who (though they father it upon that good man) must own it 〈 ◊ 〉 their own brat; Because by misapplying it to the Ceremonies, they have 〈 ◊ 〉 their own — Mu•• •mni 〈 ◊ 〉, incipit esse tuum. d n1 vbds ord vvn p-acp dt j j-jn, j cc j zz, (r-crq vhz d n2 vvd av pp-f po12 j-jn n1) p-acp dt n1 a-acp, n1 np1: cc av-j cc av-j vvn, xx p-acp d p-acp dt n2 (r-crq p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vdd vvi) cc-acp p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f j n2 cc np2, r-crq vvd av-j p-acp np1, cc dt j n2 pp-f np1 cc n2, c-acp pns31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2. av pns11 av vvd pn31 p-acp dt n2, r-crq (c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp d j n1) vmb vvi pn31 〈 sy 〉 po32 d n1; c-acp p-acp j pn31 p-acp dt n2, pns32 vhb 〈 sy 〉 po32 d — np1 fw-la 〈 sy 〉, fw-la fw-la fw-la.
499 0 Meditations on the Lords Prayer. pag. 11. &c. primae edit. 1619. See Hookers pref. §. 8. Meditations on the lords Prayer. page. 11. etc. primae edit. 1619. See Hookers pref. §. 8. n2 p-acp dt n2 n1. n1. crd av fw-la fw-la. crd n1 np1 n1. §. crd
501 0 §. 32. II. The Bishops. §. 32. II The Bishops. §. crd crd dt n2.
505 0 §. 33. III. Conformers. §. 33. III. Conformers. §. crd np1. ng1.
507 0 §. 34. IV. Ministers of inferiour gift•. §. 34. IV. Ministers of inferior gift•. §. crd np1 n2 pp-f j-jn n1.
514 0 §. 35. V. Them that oppose them. §. 35. V. Them that oppose them. §. crd np1 pno32 d vvi pno32.
516 0 §. 36. VI. All but themselues. §. 36. VI. All but themselves. §. crd crd. av-d p-acp px32.
521 0 §. 37. Their mitigation remoued. §. 37. Their mitigation removed. §. crd po32 n1 vvn.
531 0 Eadem velle cos cognosces: d• posse, quantum volunt. Senec. Epist. 42. Same velle cos cognosces: d• posse, quantum volunt. Seneca Epistle 42. fw-la fw-fr vvd fw-la: n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 crd
534 0 Mat. 10.27. Mathew 10.27. np1 crd.
539 0 Gal. 2.14. Vtique conuersationis fuit vitium, non praedicationis. Tertul. de praescript. cap. 23. Non imperio, sed facto. Lyra. Non docentis imperio, sed conuersationis exemplo. Gloss. Ord. Gal. 2.14. Vtique conuersationis fuit Vitium, non praedicationis. Tertulian de prescript. cap. 23. Non Imperial, sed facto. Lyra. Non docentis Imperial, sed conuersationis exemplo. Gloss. Ord. np1 crd. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-fr n1. n1. crd fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la. n1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1
543 0 Otherwise what else doe we, but deny and betray the truth? Defence of Min. reasons part 1. Pref. to the Reader. Otherwise what Else do we, but deny and betray the truth? Defence of Min. Reasons part 1. Pref. to the Reader. av q-crq av vdb pns12, cc-acp vvb cc vvi dt n1? n1 pp-f np1 n2 vvb crd np1 p-acp dt n1.
550 0 Artic. 20. Artic. 20. np1 crd
550 1 Art. 34. Art. 34. n1 crd
553 0 Heb. 3.2. Hebrew 3.2. np1 crd.
554 0 Act. 20.27. Act. 20.27. n1 crd.
555 0 §. 38. The conclusion. §. 38. The conclusion. §. crd dt n1.
566 0 At a Visitation at Boston Linc. 24. April. 1621. At a Visitation At Boston Link 24. April. 1621. p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 np1 crd np1. crd
568 0 §. 1. The Occasion. §. 1. The Occasion. §. crd dt n1.
569 0 That thou mightest be iustified in thy sayings, and mightest ouercome when thou art iudged Psal. 51.4. That thou Mightest be justified in thy sayings, and Mightest overcome when thou art judged Psalm 51.4. cst pns21 vmd2 vbi vvn p-acp po21 n2-vvg, cc vmd2 vvi c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn np1 crd.
574 0 §. 2. Coherence, §. 2. Coherence, §. crd n1,
579 0 Triplex inconueniens, Lyranus hîc. Triplex inconueniens, Lyranus hîc. fw-la fw-la, np1 fw-la.
581 0 Vers. 5. Vers. 5. np1 crd
583 0 Vers 7. Vers 7. fw-la crd
587 0 §. 3. Diuision, §. 3. Division, §. crd n1,
594 0 §. 4. and Summe of the Text. §. 4. and Sum of the Text. §. crd cc n1 pp-f dt np1
601 0 §. 5. OBSER. I. Diuine truths must be cleared from cauill. §. 5. OBSERVATION. I. Divine truths must be cleared from cavil. §. crd np1. np1 j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1.
602 0 Propter hos arguendos, fecit Paulus hîc quasi digressionem tractando haec. Caietan hîc. Propter hos arguendos, fecit Paulus hîc quasi digressionem tractando haec. Caietan hîc. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la.
618 0 Aut animo demas, aut viribus addas. Dictum Archidami ad filium. Or animo demas, Or viribus addas. Dictum Archidami ad Son. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
618 1 As Zuinglius said of Carolostadius (whom hee iudged too weake to vndertake the defence of the Truth against Luther in the point of Consubstantiation) Non satis humerorum habet. Sleidan. As Zwingli said of Carolostadius (whom he judged too weak to undertake the defence of the Truth against Luther in the point of Consubstantiation) Non satis humerorum habet. Sleidan. p-acp np1 vvd pp-f np1 (r-crq pns31 vvd av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1.
619 0 §. 6. OBSERV. II. The Slander of the Ministers regular doctrine, is more than an ordinary Slander. §. 6. OBSERVE. II The Slander of the Ministers regular Doctrine, is more than an ordinary Slander. §. crd vvb. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n2 j n1, vbz av-dc cs dt j n1.
620 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
627 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Act. 14.15. & Iam. 5.17. . Act. 14.15. & Iam. 5.17. . n1 crd. cc np1 crd.
628 0 2. Cor. 5.20. 2. Cor. 5.20. crd np1 crd.
651 0 Act. 17.28. & Esay. 26.12. Act. 17.28. & Isaiah. 26.12. n1 crd. cc np1. crd.
653 0 Rom. 9.11.15.18, &c. Rom. 9.11.15.18, etc. np1 crd, av
654 0 Ioh. 13.1. Rom. 11.29. & 5.9.10. & 8.35.38.39. John 13.1. Rom. 11.29. & 5.9.10. & 8.35.38.39. np1 crd. np1 crd. cc crd. cc crd.
655 0 Rom. 3.28. Rom. 3.28. np1 crd.
666 0 §. 8. With the Causes ; §. 8. With the Causes; §. crd p-acp dt n2;
670 0 Ioh. 8.44. John 8.44. np1 crd.
670 1 Eph. 6.12. Ephesians 6.12. np1 crd.
678 0 2 Thess. 2.10.11.12. 2 Thess 2.10.11.12. crd np1 crd.
680 0 1 Cor. 11.19. 1 Cor. 11.19. vvn np1 crd.
681 0 Ioh. 10.12. John 10.12. np1 crd.
683 0 2 Tim. 1.6. 2 Tim. 1.6. crd np1 crd.
683 1 1 Tim. 6.20. & 2 Tim. 1.14. 1 Tim. 6.20. & 2 Tim. 1.14. vvd np1 crd. cc crd np1 crd.
684 0 §. 9. and Corollaries thereof. §. 9. and Corollaries thereof. §. crd cc n2 av.
688 0 §. 10. OBSER. IV. Euery slander, §. 10. OBSERVATION. IV. Every slander, §. crd np1. np1 d n1,
689 0 Ambrosius; Lyra; Piscator; Pareus, &c. Ambrosius; Lyra; Piscator; Pareus, etc. np1; np1; n1; np1, av
691 0 Chrysostomus; Caietanus; Erasmus, &c. Chrysostom; Caietanus; Erasmus, etc. np1; np1; np1, av
698 0 Math. 12.36. Math. 12.36. np1 crd.
702 0 §. 11. Whether malicious. §. 11. Whither malicious. §. crd cs j.
710 0 Math. 12.31.32. Math. 12.31.32. np1 crd.
710 1 1 Tim. 1.13. 1 Tim. 1.13. vvn np1 crd.
712 0 §. 12. or not, is damnable. §. 12. or not, is damnable. §. crd cc xx, vbz j.
718 0 Inuoluntarium minuit de ratione peccati. Inuoluntarium minuit de ratione peccati. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
722 0 Psal. 19. Psalm 19. np1 crd
724 0 1 Tim. 1.13. 1 Tim. 1.13. vvd np1 crd.
730 0 2 Pet. 3.18. 2 Pet. 3.18. crd np1 crd.
737 0 §. 13. We must not doe any euill, for any good. §. 13. We must not do any evil, for any good. §. crd pns12 vmb xx vdi d n-jn, c-acp d j.
747 0 §. 14. Touching euils of paine. §. 14. Touching evils of pain. §. crd vvg n2-jn pp-f n1.
747 1 Tertul. l. 2. adu. Marcion cap. 14. Tertulian l. 2. Adieu. Marcion cap. 14. np1 n1 crd fw-la. np1 n1. crd
753 0 Inter haec datur electio; & minus damnum facere licet, vt euitetur maius, Pareus hîc. Inter haec datur Electio; & minus damnum facere licet, vt euitetur May, Pareus hîc. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 fw-la.
762 0 Slater on this place. Slater on this place. np1 p-acp d n1.
763 0 §. 15. Euils of sin simply such. §. 15. Evils of since simply such. §. crd n2-jn pp-f n1 av-j d.
771 0 §. 16. Things equally indifferent, §. 16. Things equally indifferent, §. crd n2 av-j j,
772 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
773 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
782 0 Quia eorum obiectum non includit aliquid pertinens ad ordinem rationis. Aquin. 1.2. qu. 18. art. 8. in corp. Quia Their Object non includit Aliquid pertinens ad ordinem rationis. Aquinas 1.2. queen. 18. art. 8. in corp. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr n1 j n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd. n1. crd n1. crd p-acp n1.
788 0 §. 17. And things vnequally indifferent. §. 17. And things unequally indifferent. §. crd cc n2 av-jn-u j.
805 0 §. 18. A profitable digression, occasioned from the premises. §. 18. A profitable digression, occasioned from the premises. §. crd dt j n1, vvn p-acp dt n2.
814 0 Let euery man be fully perswaded (NONLATINALPHABET) in his owne mind, vers. 5. Let every man be Fully persuaded () in his own mind, vers. 5. vvb d n1 vbi av-j vvn () p-acp po31 d n1, fw-la. crd
815 0 §. 19. How things become accidentally euill. §. 19. How things become accidentally evil. §. crd c-crq n2 vvb av-j j-jn.
823 0 Rom. 14.14 Rom. 14.14 np1 crd
824 0 Ibid. vers. 23. Ibid vers. 23. np1 fw-la. crd
825 0 Ibid. vers. 21 Ibid vers. 21 np1 fw-la. crd
827 0 Ibid. vers. 20 Ibid vers. 20 np1 fw-la. crd
829 0 Matth. 9.13. Matthew 9.13. np1 crd.
829 1 §. 20. Nothing simply euill, may be done for any good to come thereby. §. 20. Nothing simply evil, may be done for any good to come thereby. §. crd np1 av-j j-jn, vmb vbi vdn p-acp d j pc-acp vvi av.
835 0 Vide fusè Augustinum in lib. de Mendacio; & contra Mendacium; & alibi. Vide fusè Augustinum in lib. de Mendacio; & contra Mendacium; & alibi. fw-la fw-la np1 p-acp n1. fw-fr fw-la; cc fw-la np1; cc fw-la.
837 0 Ad sempiternam salutē nullus ducendus est opitulante mendacio. Aug de mendac. c. 19. Ad sempiternam salutē nullus ducendus est opitulante Mendacio. Aug de Mendac. c. 19. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j fw-la. np1 fw-fr fw-la. sy. crd
838 0 Ea quae constat esse peccatae, nullo bonae causae obtentu, •ullo quasi bono fine, nulla velut bona intentione facionda sunt. Aug. contra Mendac. c 7. Ea Quae constat esse peccatae, nullo bonae causae Obtentu, •ullo quasi Bono fine, nulla velut Bona intention facionda sunt. Aug. contra Mendac. c 7. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la. sy crd
838 1 §. 21. The first Reas. §. 21. The First Reas. §. crd dt ord np1
839 0 Suapte naturâ repugnat peccato, quòd sit eligibile: & propterea nec propter se, nec propter aliud bonum, est eligibile. Caiet. in hunc locum. Suapte naturâ repugnat Peccato, quòd sit eligibile: & propterea nec propter se, nec propter Aliud bonum, est eligibile. Caiet. in hunc locum. vvn fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la: cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la vvn fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1. p-acp fw-la fw-la.
846 0 §. 22. The second reason. §. 22. The second reason. §. crd dt ord n1.
846 1 Aquin. 1. secundae. qu. 18 art. 4. ad. 3. & qu. 19. art. 6. ad 1. ex Dionysio, cap. 4 de diuin. nomin. Aquinas 1. secundae. queen. 18 art. 4. ad. 3. & queen. 19. art. 6. and 1. ex Dionysius, cap. 4 the divine. Nomin. np1 crd fw-la. n1. crd n1. crd fw-la. crd cc n1. crd n1. crd cc crd fw-la fw-la, n1. crd dt n-jn. n1.
848 0 Non est actio bona simpliciter, nisi omnes bonitates concurrant: sed quilibet defectus singularis causat malum. Aquin. 1.2. qu. 18. art. 4. ad. 3. Non est actio Bona simpliciter, nisi omnes bonitates concurrant: sed Quilibet defectus singularis causat malum. Aquinas 1.2. queen. 18. art. 4. ad. 3. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la vvz n1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd. n1. crd n1. crd fw-la. crd
853 0 1. Sam. 15.20. &c. 1. Sam. 15.20. etc. crd np1 crd. av
855 0 2 Sam. 6.6, 7. 2 Sam. 6.6, 7. crd np1 crd, crd
856 0 Math. 16.22.23. Math. 16.22.23. np1 crd.
859 0 §. 23. The third Reason. §. 23. The third Reason. §. crd dt ord n1.
863 0 Greg. lib. 28. Moral. cap. 13. Euseb. Emiss. hom. 26. and others. Greg. lib. 28. Moral. cap. 13. Eusebius Emiss. hom. 26. and Others. np1 n1. crd j. n1. crd np1 j. uh. crd cc n2-jn.
864 0 Math. 12.33 Math. 12.33 np1 crd
865 0 Math. 6.22.23. Math. 6.22.23. np1 crd.
875 0 Sed videte ne fortè non sit verè oculus simplex, qui falletur. Bernard. de praecept. & dispensat. said Videte ne fortè non sit verè oculus simplex, qui falletur. Bernard. de precept. & dispensat. vvd fw-la fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1. fw-fr n1. cc fw-la.
876 0 §. 24. The first Inference against the Church of Rome. §. 24. The First Inference against the Church of Rome. §. crd dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
877 0 Sancta Hypocrisis, was Dominicus his word. Sancta Hypocrisis, was Dominicus his word. fw-la n1, vbds np1 po31 n1.
881 0 Horat. lib. 1. Epist. 1. Horatio lib. 1. Epistle 1. np1 n1. crd np1 crd
882 0 Gaudeo, siue per veritatem, siue per occasionem, Romanae Ecclesiae dignitatem extolli. Ioseph. Stephanus de Osc. ped. in Epist. ad lect. Gaudeo, siue per veritatem, siue per occasionem, Romanae Ecclesiae dignitatem extolli. Ioseph. Stephanus de Osc ped. in Epistle ad Lecture. fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la. np1. np1 fw-fr np1 n1. p-acp np1 fw-la n1.
884 0 §. 25. The second Inference against a vulgar error ▪ §. 25. The second Inference against a Vulgar error ▪ §. crd dt ord n1 p-acp dt j n1 ▪
886 0 Iam. 2.10.11. Iam. 2.10.11. np1 crd.
901 0 Eâdem doctrinâ quâ horremus facere mala vt eueniant bona, horrere debemus facere mala vt euitemus peiora. Euitare enim peiora, multò minus bonum est; quàm euenire bonum, Cajetan. hic. Eâdem doctrinâ quâ horremus facere mala vt eueniant Bona, horrere debemus facere mala vt euitemus peiora. Euitare enim peiora, multò minus bonum est; quàm evenire bonum, Cajetan. hic. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la n1 fw-la, jp. fw-la.
902 0 §. 26. The obiection from the seeming case of perplexitie remoued. §. 26. The objection from the seeming case of perplexity removed. §. crd dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 vvn.
908 0 Non enim datur perplexio ex parte rerum: sed contingere potest ex parte hominis nescientis euadere, nec videntis aditum euadendi absque ali quo peccato. Caiet hîc. See the glosse on dist. 13. item aduersus, where hee proueth against Gratian that there can be no perplexitie. Non enim datur perplexio ex parte rerum: sed contingere potest ex parte hominis nescientis euadere, nec videntis aditum euadendi absque ali quo Peccato. Caiet hîc. See the gloss on Dist. 13. item Adversus, where he Proves against Gratian that there can be no perplexity. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. fw-la fw-la. n1 dt n1 a-acp vdd2. crd n1 fw-la, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1 cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1.
915 0 Non docet eligere minus peccatum, sed solutionem minoris nexus. Caietanus hic. speaking of the Councell of Toledo. See c. 22. q. 4. per tot. Non docet eligere minus peccatum, sed solutionem minoris nexus. Caietanus hic. speaking of the Council of Toledo. See c. 22. q. 4. per tot. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la. vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. vvb sy. crd sy. crd fw-la fw-la.
919 0 Math. 5.37. Math. 5.37. np1 crd.
926 0 Exod. 1.16, &c. Exod 1.16, etc. np1 crd, av
932 0 S. Augustin contra Mendac ▪ c. 19. S. Augustin contra Mendac ▪ c. 19. np1 np1 fw-la fw-la ▪ sy. crd
934 0 Gen. 19.8. Perturbatio animi fuit, non confilium. Hist. Scholast. in Gen. cap. 52. Gen. 19.8. Perturbation animi fuit, non confilium. Hist. Scholiast. in Gen. cap. 52. np1 crd. np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1 vvn. p-acp np1 n1. crd
938 0 Sinne is the transgression of the Law, 1 Ioh. 3.4. Sin is the Transgression of the Law, 1 John 3.4. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd.
938 1 Whatsoeuer is not of Faith, is sinne, Rom. 14.23. Omne quod fit contra conscientiam, aedificat ad gehennam. c. 28. q. 1. Omnes. §. Ex his. Whatsoever is not of Faith, is sin, Rom. 14.23. Omne quod fit contra conscientiam, aedificat ad gehennam. c. 28. q. 1. Omnes. §. Ex his. r-crq vbz xx pp-f n1, vbz n1, np1 crd. fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. crd sy. crd fw-la. §. fw-la po31.
947 0 §. 27. The Rule applyed in two instances. §. 27. The Rule applied in two instances. §. crd dt n1 vvd p-acp crd n2.
952 0 §. 28. The former instance. §. 28. The former instance. §. crd dt j n1.
961 0 Numb. 25.7, 8 Numb. 25.7, 8 j. crd, crd
963 0 §. 29. Resolued from the rule of my Text. §. 29. Resolved from the Rule of my Text. §. crd vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 np1
970 0 Rom. 2.22. Rom. 2.22. np1 crd.
974 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Arist. li. 1 Phys. tec. 22. . Arist. li. 1 Phys. tec. 22. . np1 zz. crd np1 fw-la. crd
976 0 3. King. 18.44, 45. 3. King. 18.44, 45. crd n1. crd, crd
985 0 §. 30. The example of Phinehes examined. §. 30. The Exampl of Phinehas examined. §. crd dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn.
1081 0 Gal. 1.8.9. Gal. 1.8.9. np1 crd.
1083 0 Math. 23.2.3 Math. 23.2.3 np1 crd
1083 1 Woe vnto you Scribes and Pharisees, Hypocrites, Math. 23.13, 14, &c. Woe unto you Scribes and Pharisees, Hypocrites, Math. 23.13, 14, etc. n1 p-acp pn22 n2 cc np2, n2, np1 crd, crd, av
1092 0 Gal. 5.15. Gal. 5.15. np1 crd.
1115 0 §. 35. The conclusion. §. 35. The conclusion. §. crd dt n1.
1322 0 Ibid. Ibid np1
1324 0 Vers. 29. Vers. 29. np1 crd
990 0 Nec Samson aliter excusatur, quòd seipsum cum hostibus ruinâ domus oppressit, nisi quò latenter Spiritus Sanctus hoc iusserat, qui per illum miracula faciebat. Aug. l. 1. de ciu. Dei ca. 21. Si defenditur non fuisse peccatum, priuatum habuisse Consilium indubi•anter credendus est. Bern. de praec. & dispensat. Nec samson aliter excusatur, quòd seipsum cum hostibus ruinâ domus oppressit, nisi quò Latently Spiritus Sanctus hoc jusserat, qui per Ilum Miracles faciebat. Aug. l. 1. the Ciu. Dei circa 21. Si defenditur non Fuisse peccatum, priuatum habuisse Consilium indubi•anter credendus est. Bern. de praec. & dispensat. fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvi, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1 crd dt crd. fw-la n1 crd fw-mi fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-fr fw-la. cc fw-la.
990 1 Gen. 22.2. Gen. 22.2. np1 crd.
992 0 Chytr. in Gen. 14. & in Exod. 32. Chytr. in Gen. 14. & in Exod 32. n1. p-acp np1 crd cc p-acp np1 crd
994 0 1. Sam. 17. 1. Sam. 17. crd np1 crd
994 1 Iudg. 16.30. Judges 16.30. np1 crd.
994 2 Exod. 2.12. Exod 2.12. np1 crd.
995 0 Iudg. 3.15, &c. Judges 3.15, etc. np1 crd, av
996 0 4. King. 1.10.12. 4. King. 1.10.12. crd n1. crd.
998 0 Imitand• ab alijs exprimi nec possunt, ne• debent, nisi eâdem NONLATINALPHABET Spiritus excitentur. Chytr. in Exod. 2. Imitand• ab Alijs exprimi nec possunt, ne• debent, nisi eâdem Spiritus excitentur. Chytr. in Exod 2. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvb. p-acp np1 crd
1000 0 Luk. 9.53. Luk. 9.53. np1 crd.
1001 0 NONLATINALPHABET Luk. 9.55. Luk. 9.55. np1 crd.
1003 0 De Phinees autem dicendum est, quòd ex inspiratione diuina, zelo Dei commotus, hoc fecit. Aqui. 2.2. qu. 60. art. 6. ad 2. & Theologi passim. De Phinehas autem Dicendum est, quòd ex inspiration Divine, Zeal Dei Commotus, hoc fecit. Aqui 2.2. queen. 60. art. 6. and 2. & Theologians passim. fw-fr np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1 crd. n1. crd n1. crd cc crd cc np1 n1.
1011 0 §. 31. The later instance. §. 31. The later instance. §. crd dt jc n1.
1016 0 Sacerdos debitor est, vt veritatem quam audiuit à Deo liberè praedicet. 11. qu. 3. noli timere. Ex Chrysost. Sacerdos debtor est, vt veritatem quam audiuit à God liberè praedicet. 11. queen. 3. noli timere. Ex Chrysostom np1 n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. crd n1. crd fw-la fw-la. fw-la np1
1025 0 §. 32. A Minister, in what Cases he may conceale some diuine truths from his auditorie ; §. 32. A Minister, in what Cases he may conceal Some divine truths from his auditory; §. crd dt n1, p-acp r-crq n2 pns31 vmb vvi d j-jn n2 p-acp po31 j;
1034 0 Moulin. Buckler of Faith, part. 2. sect. 4. and not onely ours, but some of their owne too: See Espenceus ad Tit. cap. 1. Moulin. Buckler of Faith, part. 2. sect. 4. and not only ours, but Some of their own too: See Expence and Tit. cap. 1. np1. n1 pp-f n1, n1. crd n1. crd cc xx av-j png12, cc-acp d pp-f po32 d av: vvb np1 cc np1 n1. crd
1036 0 In quibus plus proficit vitiorum ignoratio, quàm cognitio virtutis. Iustin. lib. 2. Hist. cap. 2. In quibus plus proficit Vitiorum ignoratio, quàm cognitio virtue. Justin lib. 2. Hist. cap. 2. p-acp fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. crd np1 n1. crd
1037 0 Quis veterum Poetarum plus obscoenitatis, impuritatis, flagitiorum, professus est, quàm docet Poenitentiale Burchardi? Quot sunt, qui ignorarent multa, quae ibi leguntur, nisi ex ipso didicissent? I.R. in confut. fab. Burdon. pag. 305. Quò Principum sacerdotum, negociatorum, ac praecipuè mulierum vitia in concionibus suis insectentur: quae saepiùs ita depingunt, vt obscoenitatem doceant. Erasm. in Adag. NONLATINALPHABET. Quis veterum Poetarum plus obscoenitatis, impuritatis, flagitiorum, Professus est, quàm docet Penitential Burchardi? Quot sunt, qui ignorarent Multa, Quae There leguntur, nisi ex ipso didicissent? I.R in confute. fab. Burdon. page. 305. Quò Principum Sacerdotum, negociatorum, ac praecipuè mulierum Vices in concionibus suis insectentur: Quae saepiùs ita depingunt, vt obscoenitatem doceant. Erasmus in Adag.. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la, fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la j fw-la? fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? np1 p-acp vvi. n1. np1. n1. crd fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la j. np1 p-acp np1..
1043 0 §. 33. and in what he may not. §. 33. and in what he may not. §. crd cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb xx.
1049 0 NONLATINALPHABET. 1 Cor. 9.26. . 1 Cor. 9.26. . crd np1 crd.
1052 0 Fight neither with small nor great, saue onely with the King of Israel. 3 King. 22.31. Fight neither with small nor great, save only with the King of Israel. 3 King. 22.31. vvi av-dx p-acp j ccx j, c-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. crd n1. crd.
1052 1 Esay 58.1. Isaiah 58.1. np1 crd.
1054 0 If the trumpet giue an vncertaine sound, who shall prepare himselfe to the battell? 1 Cor. 14.8. If the trumpet give an uncertain found, who shall prepare himself to the battle? 1 Cor. 14.8. cs dt n1 vvb dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n1? vvn np1 crd.
1056 0 Amos 1. & 2. Amos 1. & 2. np1 crd cc crd
1059 0 Penè idem est fidem nolle asserere, & negare. Fulgent. lib. 1. ad Thrasim. cap. 1. Sicut incauta locutio in errorem pertrahit, ita indiscretum filentium in errore relinquit. Greg. in Moral. Penè idem est fidem nolle asserere, & negare. Fulgent. lib. 1. and Thrasim. cap. 1. Sicut incauta Locution in errorem pertrahit, ita indiscretum filentium in Error relinquit. Greg. in Moral. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la. j. n1. crd vvi np1. n1. crd fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 fw-la. np1 p-acp j.
1062 0 Act. 20.26, 27. Act. 20.26, 27. n1 crd, crd
1063 0 §. 34. A more particular Application, in defence of the former Sermon. §. 34. A more particular Application, in defence of the former Sermon. §. crd dt av-dc j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1.
1074 0 1 Ioh, 3.20. 1 John, 3.20. vvd np1, crd.
1075 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Act. 17.11. Non requiritur quis, vel qualis praedicet; sed quid praedicet. Distinct. 19. Secundùm. NONLATINALPHABET. Plat. in Charmide. . Act. 17.11. Non requiritur quis, vel qualis praedicet; sed quid praedicet. Distinct. 19. Secundùm.. Plat. in Charmide. . n1 crd. fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la. j. crd fw-la.. np1 p-acp vvn.
1078 0 Phil. 1.15 16.17.18. Philip 1.15 16.17.18. np1 crd crd.
1127 0 At a Visitation at Boston, Lincoln. 13. March 1624. At a Visitation At Boston, Lincoln. 13. March 1624. p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, np1. crd n1 crd
1128 0 §. 1. The Occasion. §. 1. The Occasion. §. crd dt n1.
1130 0 Vers. 1. Vers. 1. np1 crd
1131 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrys. in 1. Cor. hom. 29. . Chrys. in 1. Cor. hom. 29. . np1 p-acp crd np1 uh. crd
1136 0 §. 2. Coherence, §. 2. Coherence, §. crd n1,
1144 0 §. 3. and diuision of the Text. §. 3. and division of the Text. §. crd cc n1 pp-f dt np1
1151 0 §. 4. The explication of the words. §. 4. The explication of the words. §. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n2.
1155 0 Vers. 8-10. Vers. 8-10. np1 j.
1156 0 Vers. 11. Vers. 11. np1 crd
1156 1 Vers. 1. Vers. 1. np1 crd
1158 0 §. 5. By Spirit is meant the Holy Ghost: §. 5. By Spirit is meant the Holy Ghost: §. crd p-acp n1 vbz vvn dt j n1:
1158 1 Vers. •. Vers. •. np1 •.
1160 0 Vers. 4-6. Vers. 4-6. np1 j.
1162 0 Vers ▪ 11. Vers ▪ 11. fw-la ▪ crd
1164 0 Vers. 18. Vers. 18. np1 crd
1165 0 §. 6. not as excluding the other Persons ; §. 6. not as excluding the other Persons; §. crd xx c-acp vvg dt j-jn n2;
1168 0 Iam. 1.17. Iam. 1.17. np1 crd.
1169 0 Ephes. 4.7. Ephesians 4.7. np1 crd.
1171 0 Ne gratia & donum diuisum sit per personas Patri, & Filij, et Sp. Sancti: sed indiscretae vnitatis & naturae trium vnum opus intell•gatur. Ambros in 1. Cor. 7. ca. 61. Ne Gratia & Donum diuisum sit per personas Patri, & Filij, et Spa Sancti: sed indiscretae vnitatis & naturae trium One opus intell•gatur. Ambos in 1. Cor. 7. circa 61. fw-fr fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la, fw-la np1 fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp crd np1 crd n1 crd
1173 0 §. 7. but by way of appropriation. §. 7. but by Way of appropriation. §. crd p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
1178 0 V. Aquin. 1. qu. 39 7. V. Aquinas 1. queen. 39 7. np1 np1 crd n1. crd crd
1182 0 §. 8. What is meant by Manifestation. §. 8. What is meant by Manifestation. §. crd q-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1.
1188 0 Act. 10.45, 46. Act. 10.45, 46. n1 crd, crd
1189 0 Id est, Donum spiritus; quo dono spiritus suam in homine praesentiam declarat. Metonymia effecti. Piscat. in schol. hîc. Id est, Donum spiritus; quo Dono spiritus suam in homine praesentiam Declarat. Metonymy Effect. Physical. in schol. hîc. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-it fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la n1. np1 n1. vvn. p-acp j-jn. fw-la.
1190 0 §. 9. By spirituall gifts. §. 9. By spiritual Gifts. §. crd p-acp j n2.
1192 0 V. Aquin. 1.2. qu. 111.1. V. Aquinas 1.2. queen. 111.1. np1 np1 crd. n1. crd.
1199 0 Duplex est operatio sancti spiritus: operatur enim in nobis aliud propter nos, aliud propter proximos. Bernard. in paruis. Serm. 53. Duplex est operatio sancti spiritus: operatur enim in nobis Aliud propter nos, Aliud propter proximos. Bernard. in Paris. Sermon 53. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la vvn fw-la fw-la, vvn fw-la fw-la. np1. p-acp fw-la. np1 crd
1201 0 geminae operationis experimentum. Vnius, qua nos primò i•tus virtutibus solidat ad salutem: alterius, qua foris quoque muneribus ornat ad lucrum. Illas nobis, haec nostris accepimus. Bernard. in Cant. Serm. 18. — Geminae operationis experimentum. Unius, qua nos primò i•tus virtutibus solidat ad salutem: alterius, qua Foris quoque muneribus ornat ad lucrum. Illas nobis, haec nostris accepimus. Bernard. in Cant Sermon 18. — fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la: fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. p-acp np1 np1 crd
1204 0 Gal. 5.22. Gal. 5.22. np1 crd.
1204 1 §. 10. What is here not meant ; §. 10. What is Here not meant; §. crd q-crq vbz av xx vvn;
1211 0 1 Cor. 7.7. 1 Cor. 7.7. vvd np1 crd.
1214 0 Vers. 8. Vers. 8. np1 crd
1215 0 Math. 5.16, Math. 5.16, np1 crd,
1221 0 §. 11. and what is. §. 11. and what is. §. crd cc q-crq vbz.
1236 0 §. 12. Inferences hence: The first; §. 12. Inferences hence: The First; §. crd n2 av: dt ord;
1240 0 Exod. 35.30, &c. Exod 35.30, etc. np1 crd, av
1247 0 §. 13. The second ; §. 13. The second; §. crd dt ord;
1255 0 Eph. 4.11, 13 Ephesians 4.11, 13 np1 crd, crd
1258 0 Matth. 28.20 Matthew 28.20 np1 crd
1259 0 §. 14. The third; §. 14. The third; §. crd dt ord;
1261 0 1. Cor. 7.17. 1. Cor. 7.17. crd np1 crd.
1263 0 Math. 25.30 Math. 25.30 np1 crd
1264 0 Math. 20.6. Math. 20.6. np1 crd.
1273 0 §. 15. The fourth. §. 15. The fourth. §. crd dt ord.
1276 0 1. Cor. 14.37 1. Cor. 14.37 crd np1 crd
1278 0 Ioh. 20.22. John 20.22. np1 crd.
1280 0 2. Tim. 1.6. 2. Tim. 1.6. crd np1 crd.
1294 0 Rom. 1.11. Rom. 1.11. np1 crd.
1297 0 Tit. 2.7, 8. Tit. 2.7, 8. np1 crd, crd
1301 0 §. 16. The conueyance of these spirituall graces vnto vs, §. 16. The conveyance of these spiritual graces unto us, §. crd dt n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp pno12,
1307 0 Ioh. 2.10. John 2.10. np1 crd.
1311 0 NONLATINALPHABET restringendum est ad praesentem hypothesin. Piscat. schol in Luc. 20.38. Instances, see Ioh. 1.7. Rom. 5.18 &c. restringendum est ad praesentem Hypothesis. Physical. schol in Luke 20.38. Instances, see John 1.7. Rom. 5.18 etc. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. vvn. j-jn p-acp np1 crd. n2, vvb np1 crd. np1 crd av
1313 0 Vnicuique datur ] intellige, Vnicuique cum datur. Piscat. in Schol. hîc. Everyone datur ] Understand, Everyone cum datur. Physical. in Schol. hîc. fw-la fw-la ] vvi, fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvn. p-acp np1 fw-la.
1315 0 §. 17. is by way of gift ; §. 17. is by Way of gift; §. crd vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1;
1317 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrys. in 1. Cor. hom. 29 . Chrys. in 1. Cor. hom. 29 . np1 p-acp crd np1 uh. crd
1326 0 Ephes. 4.11. Ephesians 4.11. np1 crd.
1327 0 1. Cor. 12.28 1. Cor. 12.28 crd np1 crd
1333 0 Iam. 1.17. Iam. 1.17. np1 crd.
1336 0 1 Cor. 4.7. 1 Cor. 4.7. crd np1 crd.
1337 0 §. 18. not from Nature, or Desert. §. 18. not from Nature, or Desert. §. crd xx p-acp n1, cc n1.
1341 0 1 Cor. 4.7. 1 Cor. 4.7. crd np1 crd.
1342 0 cum illius fit gratiae, quod creatus es. Hieron. Epist. 139. Attendamus gratiam Dei, non solùm quâ fecit nos — Auggustin. in Psal. 144. — cum Illius fit Gratiae, quod creatus es. Hieron. Epistle 139. Attendamus gratiam Dei, non solùm quâ fecit nos — Auggustin. in Psalm 144. — fw-la fw-la j fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. np1 crd np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la — np1. p-acp np1 crd
1345 0 Deut. 8.18. NONLATINALPHABET. dictum Agamemnonis ad Achillem apud Hom•r. Illad. •. Deuteronomy 8.18.. dictum Agamemnon ad Achilles apud Hom•r. Iliad. •. np1 crd.. fw-la np1 fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la. n1. •.
1350 0 1 Cor. 12.11 1 Cor. 12.11 vvd np1 crd
1350 1 Ibid. 18. Ibid 18. np1 crd
1355 0 Rom. 11.35. Rom. 11.35. np1 crd.
1355 1 Esay 64.8. Isaiah 64.8. np1 crd.
1357 0 Rom. 9.21. Rom. 9.21. np1 crd.
1364 0 §. 19. Generall Inferences. 1. Of thankefulnesse for those we haue ; §. 19. General Inferences. 1. Of thankfulness for those we have; §. crd n1 n2. crd pp-f n1 p-acp d pns12 vhb;
1367 0 Haba•. •. 16. Haba•. •. 16. np1. •. crd.
1368 0 Heb. 12.9. Hebrew 12.9. np1 crd.
1370 0 1 Cor. 15.41. 1 Cor. 15.41. vvd np1 crd.
1370 1 Iam. 1.17. Iam. 1.17. np1 crd.
1373 0 §. 20. 2. of Prayer, for those wee want: §. 20. 2. of Prayer, for those we want: §. crd crd pp-f n1, p-acp d pns12 vvb:
1375 0 Iam. 1.5. Iam. 1.5. np1 crd.
1386 0 §. 21. ioyning euer thereunto §. 21. joining ever thereunto §. crd vvg av av
1387 0 Iam. 1.6.7. Iam. 1.6.7. np1 crd.
1391 0 Hoskins Serm. on Luk. 12.48. Hoskins Sermon on Luk. 12.48. np1 np1 p-acp np1 crd.
1394 0 2 Thess. 3.10. 2 Thess 3.10. crd np1 crd.
1398 0 Prou. 13.4. Prou. 13.4. np1 crd.
1399 0 §. 22. Our owne faithfull Endeauours. §. 22. Our own faithful Endeavours. §. crd po12 d j n2.
1408 0 Act. 8.20. Act. 8.20. n1 crd.
1411 0 Gen. 41.21 Gen. 41.21 np1 crd
1412 0 2 Cor. 9.10. 2 Cor. 9.10. crd np1 crd.
1417 0 §. 23. Speciall Inferences to those of more eminent Gifts. 1. Not to be proud of them ; §. 23. Special Inferences to those of more eminent Gifts. 1. Not to be proud of them; §. crd j n2 p-acp d pp-f dc j n2. crd xx pc-acp vbi j pp-f pno32;
1418 0 Deut. 21.17. Deuteronomy 21.17. np1 crd.
1418 1 4 King. 2.9. 4 King. 2.9. crd n1. crd.
1419 0 Gen. 43.34. Gen. 43.34. np1 crd.
1421 0 Scientia inflat. 1 Cor. 8.1. Scientia inflat. 1 Cor. 8.1. fw-la fw-la. vvn np1 crd.
1422 0 Magna & rara virtus profecto est, vt magna licet operantem, magnum te nescias. Bernard. in Cant. Serm. 13. Magna & rara virtus profecto est, vt Magna licet operantem, magnum te Nescias. Bernard. in Cant Sermon 13. np1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. p-acp np1 np1 crd
1424 0 Phil. 4.12. Philip 4.12. np1 crd.
1425 0 2 Cor. 12.7. 2 Cor. 12.7. crd np1 crd.
1426 0 Hîc, vers. 21. Hîc, vers. 21. fw-la, fw-la. crd
1433 0 1 Cor. 4.7. 1 Cor. 4.7. crd np1 crd.
1434 0 §. 24. 2. to make them Rules vnto themselues ; §. 24. 2. to make them Rules unto themselves; §. crd crd pc-acp vvi pno32 n2 p-acp px32;
1440 0 Gregor. Gregory. np1.
1442 0 Luk. 12.48. Luk. 12.48. np1 crd.
1443 0 Eccl. 1.18. Ecclesiastes 1.18. np1 crd.
1446 0 §. 25. 3. but not vnto others. §. 25. 3. but not unto Others. §. crd crd p-acp xx p-acp n2-jn.
1461 0 Math. 25.24. Math. 25.24. np1 crd.
1462 0 Exod. 5.18. Exod 5.18. np1 crd.
1465 0 §. 26. Speciall inferences to those of meaner gifts. §. 26. Special inferences to those of meaner Gifts. §. crd j n2 p-acp d pp-f jc n2.
1467 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrysost. in 1. Cor. hom. 29. . Chrysostom in 1. Cor. hom. 29. . np1 p-acp crd np1 uh. crd
1468 0 Acts 10.34. Acts 10.34. n2 crd.
1470 0 Mat. 20.13.15. Mathew 20.13.15. np1 crd.
1472 0 Mat. 20.15. Mathew 20.15. np1 crd.
1473 0 Hic vers. 17 — 19. Hic vers. 17 — 19. fw-la fw-la. crd — crd
1477 0 Hîc vers. •1, 23. Hîc vers. •1, 23. fw-la fw-la. n1, crd
1482 0 Rom. 8.28. Rom. 8.28. np1 crd.
1485 0 Eccl. 10.10. Maximum mediocris ingenij subsidium, diligentia. Sen. in controu. Ecclesiastes 10.10. Maximum mediocris ingenij subsidium, Diligentia. Sen. in Controu. np1 crd. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la. np1 p-acp fw-fr.
1491 0 NONLATINALPHABET. vers. 31. hîc. . vers. 31. hîc. . fw-la. crd fw-la.
1494 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Matth. 25.27. . Matthew 25.27. . np1 crd.
1496 0 Luk ▪ 19.23. Luk ▪ 19.23. np1 ▪ crd.
1497 0 2. Tim. 4.2. 2. Tim. 4.2. crd np1 crd.
1503 0 Prou. 9.12. Prou. 9.12. np1 crd.
1503 1 §. 27. The end of spirituall gifts, not only our owne, §. 27. The end of spiritual Gifts, not only our own, §. crd dt n1 pp-f j n2, xx av-j po12 d,
1504 0 Syrac. 14.5. Syracuse. 14.5. np1. crd.
1507 0 1. Cor. 9.27. 1. Cor. 9.27. crd np1 crd.
1509 0 1. Tim. 4.16. 1. Tim. 4.16. crd np1 crd.
1510 0 §. 28. but rather the profit of others. §. 28. but rather the profit of Others. §. crd p-acp av-c dt n1 pp-f n2-jn.
1938 1 Senec. l. 2. de Ira c. 23. Seneca l. 2. de Ira c. 23. np1 n1 crd fw-la fw-la sy. crd
1511 0 Sunt qui scire volunt, vt aedificent, et Charitas est: sunt qui scire volunt vt aedificentur, & Prudentia est. Bern. in Cant. serm. 36. Sunt qui Scire volunt, vt aedificent, et Charitas est: sunt qui Scire volunt vt aedificentur, & Prudence est. Bern. in Cant sermon. 36. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la j, fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc np1 fw-la. np1 p-acp np1 n1. crd
1513 0 Vtilitatem: sc. Ecclesiae. Pisc. in Schol. hîc. Vtilitatem: sc. Ecclesiae. Pisc in Schol. hîc. fw-la: n1. np1. np1 p-acp np1 fw-la.
1513 1 1. Cor. 10.33 1. Cor. 10.33 crd np1 crd
1520 0 Luk. 12.42. Luk. 12.42. np1 crd.
1521 0 1. Pet. 4.10. 1. Pet. 4.10. crd np1 crd.
1523 0 Eph. 4.11, 12. Ephesians 4.11, 12. np1 crd, crd
1528 0 Eph. 4.16. Ephesians 4.16. np1 crd.
1529 0 Hîc vers. 27 Hîc vers. 27 fw-la fw-la. crd
1530 0 §. 29. in respect 1. of the Giuer ; §. 29. in respect 1. of the Giver; §. crd p-acp n1 crd pp-f dt n1;
1532 0 Deus & natura nihil faciunt frustrae. Deus & Nature nihil faciunt frustrae. np1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
1533 0 1. Cor. 14.26 1. Cor. 14.26 crd np1 crd
1536 0 in Communem vtilitatem collatum est. Erasm. in paraphr. hîc. in Communem vtilitatem collatum est. Erasmus in Paraphrase. hîc. p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp n1. fw-la.
1538 0 Mat. 25.28. See Hieron. in Agg. 2.9. Mathew 25.28. See Hieron. in Agg 2.9. np1 crd. vvb np1. p-acp np1 crd.
1540 0 Iam. 1.17. Iam. 1.17. np1 crd.
1542 0 Matth. 5.15. Matthew 5.15. np1 crd.
1544 0 §. 30. 2. of the Gift ; §. 30. 2. of the Gift; §. crd crd pp-f dt n1;
1546 0 Matth. 25.9. Matthew 25.9. np1 crd.
1549 0 Ec•les. 12.9. Ec•les. 12.9. np1. crd.
1550 0 4. King. 4.4. 4. King. 4.4. crd n1. crd.
1551 0 Ioh. 6.11. John 6.11. np1 crd.
1552 0 2. Cor. 9.10. 2. Cor. 9.10. crd np1 crd.
1554 0 Absconsione minuitur, & communicatione multiplicatur. Cassiod. in Epist. Absconsione minuitur, & communication multiplicatur. Cassiodorus. in Epistle np1 fw-la, cc n1 fw-la. np1. p-acp np1
1556 0 Quò in plures diffunditur, •ò redundantior manet, [ fortè leg. manat, ] & in suum fontem recurrit. In se enim refluit vbertas prudentiae: & quò pluribus fluxerit, eò exercitius fit omne quod remanet. Ambros. 2.. Offic. 15. Quò in plures diffunditur, •ò redundantior manet, [ fortè leg. manat, ] & in suum fontem recurrit. In se enim refluit vbertas prudentiae: & quò Pluribus fluxerit, eò exercitius fit omne quod remanet. Ambos 2.. Office 15. fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, [ fw-fr n1. n1, ] cc p-acp fw-la fw-la n1. p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la j. np1 crd. np1 crd
1557 0 §. 31. 3. Of the Receiuer. §. 31. 3. Of the Receiver. §. crd crd pp-f dt n1.
1561 0 Societas nostra lapidum fornicationi simillima est: quae casura, nisi inuicem obstarent, hoc vno sustinetur. Senec. epist. 95. Societas nostra lapidum fornicationi simillima est: Quae casura, nisi Inuicem obstarent, hoc vno sustinetur. Seneca Epistle. 95. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-es, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 vvn. crd
1563 0 Ephes. 4.16. Ephesians 4.16. np1 crd.
1565 0 Hîc Vers. 24.25. Hîc Vers. 24.25. fw-la np1 crd.
1566 0 Anthol. 1.4. Anthol. 1.4. np1. crd.
1569 0 Hîc vers. 21. Hîc vers. 21. fw-la fw-la. crd
1571 0 §. 32. The first inference ; §. 32. The First Inference; §. crd dt ord n1;
1574 0 Mat. 23.15. Mathew 23.15. np1 crd.
1576 0 Matth. 25.30 intelligatur poena interuersoris ex poena pigri. August. in Psal. 99. Matthew 25.30 intelligatur poena interuersoris ex poena pigri. August. in Psalm 99. np1 crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. p-acp np1 crd
1577 0 §. 33. the second; §. 33. the second; §. crd dt ord;
1579 0 Matth. 13.52. Matthew 13.52. np1 crd.
1582 0 Hîc vers. 8. Hîc vers. 8. fw-la fw-la. crd
1582 1 Luk. 21.15. Luk. 21.15. np1 crd.
1584 0 Syrae. 20.30 Syria. 20.30 np1. crd
1584 1 Luk. 19.20. Luk. 19.20. np1 crd.
1585 0 Matth. 5.15. Matthew 5.15. np1 crd.
1585 1 Luk. 12.42, 45. Luk. 12.42, 45. np1 crd, crd
1586 0 Exod. 16.20 ▪ Exod 16.20 ▪ np1 crd ▪
1590 0 §. 24. the third. §. 24. the third. §. crd dt ord.
1592 0 Hîc vers. 31. Hîc vers. 31. fw-la fw-la. crd
1593 0 1 ▪ Cor. 14.1. 1 ▪ Cor. 14.1. vvn ▪ np1 crd.
1594 0 Prophetas interpretes dicit scripturarum. Ambros. in 1. Cor. c. 63. Prophetia. i.e. donum interpretandi scripturas. Piscat. schol. in 1. Cor. 14.22. Mysticum•sensum ad salutem a•ditorum explan•nte E•asm. in paraphr ad: 1. Cor. 14. Prophets interprets dicit scripturarum. Ambos in 1. Cor. c. 63. Prophetia. i.e. Donum interpretandi scripturas. Physical. schol. in 1. Cor. 14.22. Mysticum•sensum ad salutem a•ditorum explan•nte E•asm. in Paraphrase ad: 1. Cor. 14. np1 vvz fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp crd np1 sy. crd np1. n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvn. j-jn. p-acp crd np1 crd. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. p-acp n1 fw-la: crd np1 crd
1603 0 Tit. 3.8. Tit. 3.8. np1 crd.
1607 0 §. 35. The Conclusion. §. 35. The Conclusion. §. crd dt n1.
1615 0 At a publike Sessions at Grantham Linc. 11. Iun 1623. At a public Sessions At Grantham Link 11. June 1623. p-acp dt j n2 p-acp np1 np1 crd np1 crd
1619 0 Si, cum mihi furta, largitiones — obijciuntur, ego respendere soleo meis — non tàm s•m existimandus •e rebus gestis gloriari quàm de obiectis non confiteri. Cic. pro domo sua. Si, cum mihi furta, largitiones — obijciuntur, ego respendere Solio meis — non tàm s•m existimandus •e rebus gestis Gloriari quàm de obiectis non Confession. Cic Pro domo sua. fw-mi, fw-la fw-la fw-mi, fw-la — fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la — uh fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la.
1620 0 §. 1. The Occasion. §. 1. The Occasion. §. crd dt n1.
1620 1 Mihi de memetipso tam multa dicendi necessitas quaedam imposita est ob illo Cl•. pro Syll. Mihi de memetipso tam Multa dicendi Necessity quaedam imposita est ob illo Cl•. Pro Syll. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1. fw-la np1.
1626 0 Iob 16.2. Job 16.2. np1 crd.
1633 0 §. 2. Scope, §. 2. Scope, §. crd n1,
1633 1 Etsi ego dignus hac contumeliâ, At tu indignus qui faceres tamen. Terent. Though ego Dignus hac contumeliâ, At tu Indignus qui faceres tamen. Terent fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
1633 2 Psal. 55.12. — 14. Psalm 55.12. — 14. np1 crd. — crd
1639 0 §. 3. Summe, §. 3. Sum, §. crd n1,
1649 0 §. 4. and Diuision of the Text. §. 4. and Division of the Text. §. crd cc n1 pp-f dt np1
1663 0 §. 5. The Opening of §. 5. The Opening of §. crd dt vvg pp-f
1664 0 Psal. 109.29. Psalm 109.29. np1 crd.
1665 0 Esay 11.5. Isaiah 11.5. np1 crd.
1667 0 Rom. 13.14. Rom. 13.14. np1 crd.
1668 0 1 Tim. 2.9, c. 1 Tim. 2.9, c. vvd np1 crd, sy.
1670 0 Eph. 6.14. &c. Ephesians 6.14. etc. np1 crd. av
1684 0 Non dubito, quin Iob fuerit Rex. Didac. Stun. in Iob 1.3 Non dubito, quin Job fuerit Rex. Didac. Stun. in Job 1.3 fw-fr fw-la, fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la. np1. n1. p-acp np1 crd
1688 0 Iob 1.3. Job 1.3. np1 crd.
1689 0 Iob 29.9. Job 29.9. np1 crd.
1690 0 Ibid. ver. 25. Ibid ver. 25. np1 fw-la. crd
1691 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Suid. in NONLATINALPHABET. . Suid. in. . np1 p-acp.
1692 0 Cultus magnificus addit hominibus authoritatem. Quintil. 8. Iustit. NONLATINALPHABET. Homer. NONLATINALPHABET. Odyss. 29. Hoc Priami gestamen erat, cum jura vocatis more dabat populis. Virgil. Aen. 7. See Franc. Pollet. 3. hist. fori. Rom. 6. Cultus Magnificus Addit hominibus authoritatem. Quintil 8. Iustit.. Homer.. Odyss. 29. Hoc Priami gestamen erat, cum jura vocatis more dabat populis. Virgil. Aen. 7. See Franc. Pollet. 3. hist. Fori. Rom. 6. fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1 crd fw-la.. np1.. np1. crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-it fw-la fw-la. np1. np1. crd vvb np1 np1. crd uh. fw-la. np1 crd
1698 0 Psal. 109.16.17. Psalm 109.16.17. np1 crd.
1701 0 It is ioy to the iust to doe iudgement. Prou. 21.15. It is joy to the just to do judgement. Prou. 21.15. pn31 vbz n1 p-acp dt j pc-acp vdi n1. np1 crd.
1702 0 juris & aequitatis, quae virum principem ornant, studiocissimus eram. Vatabl. hîc. Juris & aequitatis, Quae virum principem ornant, studiocissimus eram. Vatable hîc. fw-la cc fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la.
1704 0 §. 6. the Magistrates first dutie ; Zeale to Iustice. §. 6. the Magistrates First duty; Zeal to Justice §. crd dt n2 ord n1; n1 p-acp n1
1715 0 §. 7. with some examples, §. 7. with Some Examples, §. crd p-acp d n2,
1716 0 3. King. 3.12 3. King. 3.12 crd n1. crd
1719 0 3. Kings 3.5 — 11. 3. Kings 3.5 — 11. crd np1 crd — crd
1720 0 Ibid vers. 9. to Discerne iudgement, vers. 11. Ibid vers. 9. to Discern judgement, vers. 11. fw-la fw-la. crd pc-acp vvi n1, fw-la. crd
1722 0 Ibid. vers. 10. Ibid vers. 10. np1 fw-la. crd
1724 0 Col. 2.3. Col. 2.3. np1 crd.
1727 0 Psal. 45.6, 7. Psalm 45.6, 7. np1 crd, crd
1728 0 Esay 11.5. Isaiah 11.5. np1 crd.
1732 0 §. 8. and reasons thereof. §. 8. and Reasons thereof. §. crd cc n2 av.
1737 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Aristot. 5. eth. Nicom. 3. ex Theog. . Aristotle 5. eth. Nicom. 3. ex Theog. . np1 crd zz. np1. crd fw-la fw-la.
1738 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Philop. in 1. Pri. . Philop in 1. Pray . np1 p-acp crd np1
1739 0 Matth. 23.23 Matthew 23.23 np1 crd
1739 1 Prou. 24.26. Prou. 24.26. np1 crd.
1745 0 Quid est suauius, quàm benè rem gerere bono publico? Plaut. in capt. 3.2. Quid est suauius, quàm benè remembering gerere Bono Publico? Plautus. in captain. 3.2. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la vvg fw-la fw-la fw-la? np1. p-acp n1. crd.
1745 1 Rom. 12.7. Rom. 12.7. np1 crd.
1747 0 Faxis vt sibeat, quod est necesse. Auson. in sent. Periand. Faxis vt sibeat, quod est Necessary. Ausonius. in sent. Periand. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1. np1. p-acp n1. np1.
1750 0 NONLATINALPHABET Xenoph. de venatione; apud Stobeum ▪ Xenoph de venatione; apud Stobeum ▪ np1 fw-fr fw-la; fw-la fw-la ▪
1752 0 Quapropter edulcare conuenit vitam. C. Matius in Mimiambis, apud A. Gell. 15.25. Quapropter edulcare conuenit vitam. C. Matius in Mimiambus, apud A. Gell. 15.25. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 p-acp np1, fw-la np1 np1 crd.
1761 0 Prou. 16.12. Prou. 16.12. np1 crd.
1771 0 §. 9. The Magistrates second duty ; Compassion to the distressed. §. 9. The Magistrates second duty; Compassion to the distressed. §. crd dt n2 ord n1; n1 p-acp dt j-vvn.
1773 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Sophocl. . Sophocles. . np1.
1786 0 Lyra hic. Lyra hic. np1 fw-la.
1792 0 See Sirac. 4.10. See Sirach. 4.10. vvb np1. crd.
1801 0 Non mihi, sed populo, Ae l. Adrianus Imp. — NONLATINALPHABET. Aristot. in Epist. ad Alexandr. Non mihi, sed populo, A l. Adrianus Imp. —. Aristotle in Epistle ad Alexander. fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la, dt n1 np1 np1 —. np1 p-acp np1 fw-la np1.
1801 1 §. 10. with the Reasons §. 10. with the Reasons §. crd p-acp dt ng1
1801 2 Ita Magnae, vires gloriae, decori { que } sunt, si illis salutaris potentia est. Nam pestifera vis est, valere ad nocendum. Senec. 1. de clem. 3. Ita Great, vires Glory, decori { que } sunt, si illis Salutaris potentia est. Nam Pestifera vis est, Valere ad nocendum. Seneca 1. de clem. 3. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-fr, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd fw-mi vvi. crd
1805 0 Senec. in Medeâ. 2.2. Seneca in Medeâ. 2.2. np1 p-acp np1. crd.
1943 0 §. 16. The opening of §. 16. The opening of §. crd dt n-vvg pp-f
1806 0 Psalm. 82.6. Hoc tecum commune Deis, quod otrique rogati supplicibus vestris ferre soletis opem. Ouid. 2. de Ponto. 9. Psalm. 82.6. Hoc tecum commune Deis, quod otrique rogati supplicibus vestris Far soletis opem. Ovid 2. de Ponto. 9. n1. crd. fw-la fw-la vvi d, vvd n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la av-j fw-la fw-la. np1 crd fw-la fw-la. crd
1809 0 Wisd. 6.6. Wisdom 6.6. np1 crd.
1810 0 Luk. 12.48. Luk. 12.48. np1 crd.
1816 0 Rom. 13.5. Rom. 13.5. np1 crd.
1825 0 Rom. 13.6. Rom. 13.6. np1 crd.
1826 0 Rom. 13.4. NONLATINALPHABET. Luk. 22.25. Rom. 13.4.. Luk. 22.25. np1 crd.. np1 crd.
1828 0 Rom. 13.8. Rom. 13.8. np1 crd.
1831 0 Gen. 20.2; & 26.1. & Psal. 34. in titulo. Gen. 20.2; & 26.1. & Psalm 34. in Titulo. np1 crd; cc crd. cc np1 crd p-acp fw-la.
1833 0 sed Roma parentem, Roma patrem patriae Ciceronem libera dixit. Iuvenal. Satyr. 8. — patrem patriae appellauimus, vt sciret datam sibi potestatem patriam; quae est, temperatissima, liberis consulens, suaque post illos ponens. Senec. 1. de Clem. 14. — said Roma parentem, Roma patrem patriae Ciceronem Libera dixit. Juvenal. Satyr. 8. — patrem patriae appellauimus, vt sciret datam sibi potestatem Patriam; Quae est, temperatissima, Liberis consulens, suaque post Illos ponens. Seneca 1. de Clem. 14. — vvn np1 fw-la, fw-it fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la. np1. n1. crd — fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1 crd fw-fr np1 crd
1834 0 4 King. 5.13. 4 King. 5.13. crd n1. crd.
1835 0 Psalm. 34.11 Psalm. 34.11 np1. crd
1836 0 Vt eos quasi filios cernaret per amorem, quibus pater praeerat per protectionem. Gloss. interl. hîc. NONLATINALPHABET, &c. Philo de creat. Principis. Vt eos quasi Sons cernaret per amorem, quibus pater praeerat per protectionem. Gloss. interl. hîc., etc. Philo de create. Principis. fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. fw-la., av np1 fw-la vvb. fw-la.
1838 0 §. 11. and extent thereof. §. 11. and extent thereof. §. crd cc n1 av.
1839 0 Prou. 3.3. Math. 23.23. Non auferat veritas misericordiam, nec misericordia impediat veritatem. Augustin. sent. 110. apud Prosperum. Prou. 3.3. Math. 23.23. Non auferat veritas misericordiam, nec misericordia impediat veritatem. Augustin. sent. 110. apud Prosperum. np1 crd. np1 crd. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. vvn. crd fw-la np1.
1859 0 Non solùm qui dat esurienti cibum, sitienti potum — verumetiam & qui emendat verbere in quē potestas datur, vel coercet aliquâ disciplinâ — in co quòd corripit, & aliquâ emendatoriâ poena plectit, eleemosynam dat, quia misericordiam praestat. Aug. in Enchirid. c. 72. Non solùm qui that esurienti Food, sitienti potum — verumetiam & qui emendat verbere in quē potestas datur, vel coercet aliquâ disciplinâ — in counterfeit quòd corripit, & aliquâ emendatoriâ poena plectit, Eleemosynary that, quia misericordiam praestat. Aug. in Enchiridion c. 72. fw-fr fw-la fw-la cst fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la — fw-la cc fw-la fw-la vvi p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la j fw-la fw-la — p-acp n1 fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la d, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1 sy. crd
1860 0 1. Tim. 5.3 ▪ 1. Tim. 5.3 ▪ crd np1 crd ▪
1871 0 2. Thess. 3.10 2. Thess 3.10 crd np1 crd
1875 0 §. 12. The opening of §. 12. The opening of ▪ §. crd dt n-vvg pp-f ▪
1877 0 Ne crederetur quòd faueret eis nimis in preiudicium iustitiae; subditur [ & •ausam. ] Lyran. hîc. Ne crederetur quòd faueret eis nimis in preiudicium iustitiae; subditur [ & •ausam. ] Lyran hîc. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la; fw-la [ cc fw-la. ] np1 fw-la.
1878 0 Ne fortè motupietatis in discretae condescenderem ei in praeiudicium iustitiae. Lyran. hîc. Ne fortè motupietatis in discretae condescenderem ei in praeiudicium iustitiae. Lyran hîc. fw-fr fw-fr fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la.
1881 0 Exod. 23.3. Exod 23.3. np1 crd.
1886 0 §. 13. The Magistrates third Duty ; Diligence to search out the truth. §. 13. The Magistrates third Duty; Diligence to search out the truth. §. crd dt n2 ord n1; n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1.
1896 0 Omnia iudicia aut distrabendarum controuersiarum, aut puniendorum male ficiorum causâ reperta sunt. Cic. pro Cecinna. Omnia Judicia Or distrabendarum controuersiarum, Or puniendorum male ficiorum causâ reperta sunt. Cic Pro Cecinna. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la np1.
1899 0 §. 14. with some instances, §. 14. with Some instances, §. crd p-acp d n2,
1900 0 Deut. 17.2. &c. See also Deut. 13.14. Deuteronomy 17.2. etc. See also Deuteronomy 13.14. np1 crd. av vvb av np1 crd.
1905 0 — NONLATINALPHABET. Arist. 1. ethic. 1. —. Arist. 1. ethic. 1. —. np1 crd n1. crd
1905 1 Deut. 19.17. &c. Deuteronomy 19.17. etc. np1 crd. av
1907 0 Iudg. 19.30. Judges 19.30. np1 crd.
1907 1 3. King. 3.16. — 28. 3. King. 3.16. — 28. crd n1. crd. — crd
1913 0 Dan. 13.61. Dan. 13.61. np1 crd.
1915 0 Si iudicas, cognosce. Sen. in Med. 2.2 Si iudicas, cognosce. Sen. in Med. 2.2 fw-mi fw-la, fw-la. np1 p-acp np1 crd
1917 0 Prou. 18.13. See Sirac. 11.7, 8. Prou. 18.13. See Sirach. 11.7, 8. np1 crd. vvb np1. crd, crd
1925 0 Prou. 25.2. Prou. 25.2. np1 crd.
1926 0 §. 15. and reasons thereof. §. 15. and Reasons thereof. §. crd cc n2 av.
1927 0 Cic. 1. Acad. quaest. in fine. Inuoluta veritas in alto latet. Sen. 7. de benefic. 1. Cic 1. Acad Question. in fine. Inuoluta veritas in alto latet. Sen. 7. the benefice. 1. np1 crd np1 vvn. p-acp j. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la. np1 crd dt n1. crd
1930 0 3. King. 21.13 3. King. 21.13 crd n1. crd
1930 1 Ierem. 37.13. Jeremiah 37.13. np1 crd.
1930 2 Act. 24.5. & 25.7. Act. 24.5. & 25.7. n1 crd. cc crd.
1934 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Menand. apud Stob. serm. 44. . Menand. apud Stob. sermon. 44. . np1. fw-la np1 n1. crd
1935 0 2. Sam. 16.3.4 2. Sam. 16.3.4 crd np1 crd
1935 1 Prov. 18.17. Curae 18.17. np1 crd.
1938 0 Take heede what you doe. 2. Chron. 19.6, Take heed what you do. 2. Chronicles 19.6, vvb n1 r-crq pn22 vdb. crd np1 crd,
1946 0 Qui pote plus, vrget: pisces vt saepè minutos Magnu comest; vt aues enecat accipiter. Varro in Margopoli. — factus praeda maiori minor. Sen. in Hippol. act. 2. Qui pote plus, vrget: pisces vt saepè minutos Magnu Comest; vt aves enecat accipiter. Varro in Margopoli. — factus Praeda maiori minor. Sen. in Hippol. act. 2. fw-la fw-la fw-fr, fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vv2; fw-la n2 fw-la n1. np1 p-acp np1. — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1. n1. crd
1949 0 NONLATINALPHABET a cuert. a cuert. dt n1.
1949 1 Psal. 57.4. Psalm 57.4. np1 crd.
1956 0 Esay 3 ▪ 15. Isaiah 3 ▪ 15. np1 crd ▪ crd
1957 0 Psalm 14.4. Psalm 14.4. np1 crd.
1959 0 Eripite nos ex faucibus eo•ū, quorum crudelitas — Crass. apud Cic. 1. d• Oratore. Eripite nos ex faucibus eo•ū, quorum crudelitas — Crass. apud Cic 1. d• Oratore. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la — np1. fw-la np1 crd n1 fw-la.
1961 0 Psal. 3.7. Psalm 3.7. np1 crd.
1963 0 Psalm 58.6. See also Prou. 30.14. Ioel 1.6. Psalm 58.6. See also Prou. 30.14. Joel 1.6. np1 crd. n1 av np1 crd. np1 crd.
1966 0 §. 17. The Magistrates fourth Duty ; Courage in executing Iustice §. 17. The Magistrates fourth Duty; Courage in executing justice §. crd dt n2 ord n1; n1 p-acp vvg n1
1968 0 See Syrac. 4.9. See Syracuse. 4.9. vvb np1. crd.
1971 0 Exod. 18.21. Exod 18.21. np1 crd.
1971 1 3. Kin. 10.20. 3. Kin. 10.20. crd n1. crd.
1972 0 1. Sam. 17.34. &c. 1. Sam. 17.34. etc. crd np1 crd. av
1976 0 Esa. 44.28. NONLATINALPHABET, saepè apud Homer. Isaiah 44.28., saepè apud Homer. np1 crd., fw-la fw-la np1.
1982 0 Ioh. 10.12. John 10.12. np1 crd.
1985 0 §. 18. with reasons thereof, 1. in respect of the Lawes ; §. 18. with Reasons thereof, 1. in respect of the Laws; §. crd p-acp n2 av, crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt ng1;
1986 0 Horat. 3. Od. 24. Horatio 3. Od. 24. np1 crd np1 crd
1993 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Arist. 5. Ethic. 7. . Arist. 5. Ethic. 7. . np1 crd np1 crd
1995 0 Anacharsis, apud Plutarch. in Solone: nonnulli Zaleuco tribuunt. Anacharsis, apud Plutarch. in Solon: Nonnulli Zaleuco tribuunt. np1, fw-la np1. p-acp av-j: av-j fw-la fw-la.
1996 0 Inde latae leges, ne fortior omnia posset. Ouid. 3. Fast. Inde latae leges, ne fortior omnia posset. Ovid 3. Fast. np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. np1 crd j.
2003 0 §. 19. 2. of the Magistrate himselfe; §. 19. 2. of the Magistrate himself; §. crd crd pp-f dt n1 px31;
2010 0 Considera qualia de te praestes, qui tantâ authoritate subueheris. Cassiod. 6. Epist. 15. Considera Galatia de te praestes, qui tantâ authoritate subueheris. Cassiodorus. 6. Epistle 15. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. crd np1 crd
2010 1 Rom. 13.4. Rom. 13.4. np1 crd.
2015 0 Horat. de art. Poet. Horatio de art. Poet. np1 fw-fr n1. n1.
2015 1 Prou. 17.10. Prou. 17.10. np1 crd.
2019 0 2 Chron. 19.6. 2 Chronicles 19.6. crd np1 crd.
2019 1 Psalm. 82.6. Psalm. 82.6. np1. crd.
2021 0 1 Pet. 5.5. 1 Pet. 5.5. vvd np1 crd.
2021 1 Luke 1.52. Lycia 1.52. av crd.
2024 0 Psal. 75.2.4. Psalm 75.2.4. np1 crd.
2027 0 §. 20. 3. of the Offenders. §. 20. 3. of the Offenders. §. crd crd pp-f dt n2.
2037 0 Esay 58.4. Isaiah 58.4. np1 crd.
2037 1 Rom. 13.4. Rom. 13.4. np1 crd.
2046 0 1 Sam. 15.3. — 9. 1 Sam. 15.3. — 9. vvd np1 crd. — crd
2048 0 §. 21. The Inferences of all. §. 21. The Inferences of all. §. crd dt n2 pp-f d.
2056 0 Rom. 13.1. Rom. 13.1. np1 crd.
2057 0 §. 22. The First; of Direction for the choyce of Magistrates, §. 22. The First; of Direction for the choice of Magistrates, §. crd dt ord; pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2,
2057 1 1 Pet. 2.13. 1 Pet. 2.13. vvn np1 crd.
2076 0 ferè maxima pars morem hunc homines habēt: quod sibi volunt Dum id impetrant, boni sunt; sed id vbi iam penes sese habent, Ex bonis pessimi, & fraudulentissimi sunt. Plaut. in Capt. 2.1. Omnes candidatos, bonos viros dicimus. Senec. Epist. 3. ferè maxima pars morem hunc homines habēt: quod sibi volunt Dum id impetrant, boni sunt; sed id vbi iam penes seize habent, Ex bonis pessimi, & fraudulentissimi sunt. Plautus. in Capt. 2.1. Omnes Candidates, bonos viros dicimus. Seneca Epistle 3. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j, fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 vvi fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la. np1. p-acp np1 crd. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 crd
2081 0 2 Sam. 15.4. 2 Sam. 15.4. crd np1 crd.
2087 0 Tacit. lib. 1. histor. Tacit. lib. 1. History. np1 n1. crd n1.
2089 0 NONLATINALPHABET. dictum Biantis apud Aristot. 5. Ethic. 3. . dictum Biantis apud Aristotle 5. Ethic. 3. . fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 crd np1 crd
2090 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Plutarch. in Cicerone. . Plutarch. in Cicerone. . np1. p-acp np1.
2092 0 §. 23. according to the said foure Properties §. 23. according to the said foure Properties §. crd vvg p-acp dt j-vvn crd n2
2094 0 nec vulgi cura tyranni, Dum sua sit modò tuta salus. Valer. Flace. 5. Argonant. — nec Vulgi Cure tyranni, Dum sua sit modò Tuta salus. Valer Flace. 5. Argonant. — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-it, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. crd np1.
2098 0 1 Sam. 17.39. 1 Sam. 17.39. vvd np1 crd.
2105 0 O praeclarum custodem, ouium, vt aiunt, lupum! custosue vrbis, an direptor & vexator esset Antonius. Cic. Philipp. 3. Oh praeclarum custodem, ouium, vt Aiunt, lupum! custosue Urbis, an direptor & vexator esset Antonius. Cic Philip. 3. uh n1 fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la! vvb fw-la, dt n1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1. crd
2106 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Iamblich. apud Stob. Serm. 41. . Iamblich. apud Stob. Sermon 41. . np1. fw-la np1 np1 crd
2110 0 Prou. 29, 11. Prou. 29, 11. np1 crd, crd
2116 0 degeneres animos timor arguit. Virgil. 4. Aeneid. — degeneres Animos timor arguit. Virgil. 4. Aeneid. — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. crd np1.
2125 0 Iam. 1.8. Iam. 1.8. np1 crd.
2137 0 §. 24. in some mediocrity. §. 24. in Some mediocrity. §. crd p-acp d n1.
2141 0 Psal. 14.3. Psalm 14.3. np1 crd.
2143 0 dicit enim tanquam in Platonis NONLATINALPHABET, non tan quam in Romuli faece, sententiā. de Catone Cic. 2. ad Attic. 1. — dicit enim tanquam in Plato's, non tan quam in Romulus Faece, sententiā. de Cato Cic 2. and Attic. 1. — fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp np1, fw-fr fw-es fw-la p-acp np1 n1, fw-la. fw-fr np1 np1 crd cc np1 crd
2146 0 vitiis nemo sine nascitur: optimus ille est, Qui minimis vrgetur. Hor. 1. serm. Sat. 3. — Vitiis nemo sine nascitur: optimus Isle est, Qui minimis vrgetur. Hor. 1. sermon. Sat. 3. — n2 np1 fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd n1. np1 crd
2149 0 §. 25. The second Inference, of Reproofe. §. 25. The second Inference, of Reproof. §. crd dt ord n1, pp-f n1.
2157 0 Psalm. 58.1. Psalm. 58.1. np1. crd.
2159 0 Acts 18.17. Acts 18.17. n2 crd.
2168 0 Luke 18.4.5. Luke 18.4.5. zz crd.
2180 0 Ezech. 8.6.13.15. Ezekiel 8.6.13.15. np1 crd.
2185 0 Amos 5.12, 13. Amos 5.12, 13. np1 crd, crd
2187 0 fortia peccata. vulg. ibi. Fortia Peccata. Vulgar. There. fw-la n1. j. fw-la.
2188 0 Pindar. Olymp. •. Pindar. Olymp •. np1. np1 •.
2197 0 Delphidius Orator contra Numerium; apud Ammian. Marcell. l. 18. Delphidius Orator contra Numerium; apud Ammian. Marcellus. l. 18. npg1 n1 fw-la np1; fw-la np1. np1. n1 crd
2209 0 Psalm 94.16. Psalm 94.16. np1 crd.
2209 1 Eccl. 4.1. Ecclesiastes 4.1. np1 crd.
2212 0 §. 26. The third Inference, for Exhortatiō. §. 26. The third Inference, for Exhortation. §. crd dt ord n1, c-acp n1.
2218 0 Psal. 106.30. Psalm 106.30. np1 crd.
2227 0 Exod. 23.3. Exod 23.3. np1 crd.
2228 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Neruus est sapientiae, non cito credere. dictum Epicharmi, apud Cic. 1. ad Attic. 16. NONLATINALPHABET. Eurip. in Helena. The simple belieue euery word. Prou. 14.15. . Neruus est sapientiae, non Quick Believe. dictum Epicharmus, apud Cic 1. and Attic. 16.. Eurip in Helena. The simple believe every word. Prou. 14.15. . fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la np1, fw-la np1 crd vvi np1 crd. np1 p-acp np1. dt j vvb d n1. np1 crd.
2233 0 NONLATINALPHABET Arist. 27. elench. 10. Arist. 27. elench. 10. np1 crd n1. crd
2243 0 Qui induit personam iudicis, exuit amici. Cicero. Qui induit Personam Judges, Exhale Friends. Cicero. fw-fr n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1.
2246 0 Reiecit alto dona nocentiū vultu. Horat. 4. Od. 9. Reiecit alto dona nocentiū vultu. Horatio 4. Od. 9. fw-la fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd np1 crd
2247 0 Libertatè arguendi amittit, qui ab eo accipit, qui ideo dat ne corrigatur. Ambros. in 1. Cor. cap. 19. Libertatè arguendi Amittit, qui ab eo accipit, qui ideo that ne corrigatur. Ambos in 1. Cor. cap. 19. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la cst fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp crd np1 n1. crd
2250 0 Rom. 13.4. Rom. 13.4. np1 crd.
2261 0 At the Assises at Lincolne 7. Mar. 1624. At the Assizes At Lincoln 7. Mar. 1624. p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1 crd np1 crd
2264 0 §. 1. The necessity of this Argument, §. 1. The necessity of this Argument, §. crd dt n1 pp-f d n1,
2267 0 Ius & aequitas vincula civitatum. Cic. parad. 4. Just & aequitas vincula Civitatum. Cic Parad. 4. np1 cc fw-la fw-la j-jn. np1 vvn. crd
2268 0 Prou. 16.12. Prou. 16.12. np1 crd.
2269 0 Prou. 14.34. Prou. 14.34. np1 crd.
2270 0 Ventrosi parietes, Petr. Bles•ns. Epi. 85 Ventrosi parietes, Peter Bles•ns. Epi. 85 fw-la fw-la, np1 vvz. np1 crd
2273 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Soph in Aiace, vbi non est pudor, nec cura iuris, Sanctitas. Pietas, Fides; Instabile regnum est. Sen. in Thyest. act. 2. . Soph in Aiace, vbi non est pudor, nec Cure iuris, Sanctitas. Pietas, Fides; Instabile Kingdom est. Sen. in Thyest act. 2. . np1 p-acp n1, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1. np1, np1; fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1 n1. crd
2274 0 §. 2. both in respect of the Magistrate. §. 2. both in respect of the Magistrate. §. crd av-d p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1.
2276 0 Rom. 13.4. Rom. 13.4. np1 crd.
2280 0 Frequenter culpa populi redundat in Principem, quasi de maiorum negligentiâ obueniant errata minorum. Pet Blesens. Ep. 95. Frequenter culpa People redundat in Principem, quasi de Maiorum negligentiâ obueniant errata Minorum. Pet Blessens. Epistle 95. jc fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1. np1 crd
2282 0 Gal. 6.5. Gal. 6.5. np1 crd.
2283 0 §. 3. and others. §. 3. and Others. §. crd cc n2-jn.
2284 0 Qui non vetat peccare, cum potest; iubet. Senec. in Tro. ad. In cuius mann est vt prohibeat, iubet agi, si non prohibet admitti. Salvian. 7. de prouid. Qui non Vetat Peccare, cum potest; iubet. Seneca in Tro. ad. In cuius man est vt prohibeat, iubet agi, si non Prohibet admitti. Salvian. 7. de provide. fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr uh, fw-la fw-la; fw-la. np1 p-acp np1 fw-la. p-acp crd n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-mi. np1. crd fw-mi vvi.
2290 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Arist. 8. Top. 11.1 . Arist. 8. Top. 11.1 . np1 crd n1 crd
2294 0 NONLATINALPHABET. apud. Stobae. Ser. 44. . apud. Stobae. Ser. 44. . fw-la. fw-la. np1 crd
2299 0 Ipsos Iustitiarios, quos vulgariter Err•ntes, vel Itinerantes dicimus, dum errata hominum diligenter explorant, frequenter errare contingit. Excessus namque hominum absconduntur, &c. Pet. Blesens. Epist. 95. Ipsos Iustitiarios, quos vulgariter Err•ntes, vel Itinerantes dicimus, dum errata hominum diligently explorant, frequenter errare contingit. Excessus namque hominum absconduntur, etc. Pet. Blessens. Epistle 95. fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j, jc fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, av np1 np1. np1 crd
2301 0 §. 4. The Fitnesse, §. 4. The Fitness, §. crd dt n1,
2306 0 §. 5. Diuision, §. 5. Division, §. crd n1,
2323 0 §. 6. and Extent of the Text. §. 6. and Extent of the Text. §. crd cc n1 pp-f dt np1
2422 0 Pro. 21.1. Pro 21.1. np1 crd.
2324 0 Num. 18.20.21. Deut. 18.1. &c. Num. 18.20.21. Deuteronomy 18.1. etc. np1 crd. np1 crd. av
2324 1 Deu•. 33.10. Deu•. 33.10. np1. crd.
2324 2 See Numb. 35.2 — 8; and Ios. 21.1. &c. See Numb. 35.2 — 8; and Ios. 21.1. etc. vvb j. crd — crd; cc np1 crd. av
2327 0 Lyran. hîc. Lyran hîc. np1 fw-la.
2336 0 §. 7. The Accusers duty; not to raise a false report. §. 7. The Accusers duty; not to raise a false report. §. crd dt n2 n1; xx pc-acp vvi dt j n1.
2337 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
2337 1 H. A. hîc. H. A. hîc. np1 np1 fw-la.
2338 0 Old English translation, hîc. Consentiendo vel loquendo. Gloss. Interlin. hîc. Ne falsi rumoris author, vela ad iutor esto. Iun. in annot. Old English Translation, hîc. Consentiendo vel Loquendo. Gloss. Interlin. hîc. Ne False rumoris author, vela ad iutor esto. June in Annot. j jp n1, fw-la. fw-es fw-la fw-la. np1 np1. fw-la. fw-fr fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1 p-acp vmbx.
2345 0 Accusatorem pro omni act•re & petitore appello. Cic. in partit. Orat. Accusatorem Pro omni act•re & petitore Appeal. Cic in Participate. Orat fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp n1. np1
2349 0 §. 8. which may be done 1. by Fiction ; §. 8. which may be done 1. by Fiction; §. crd r-crq vmb vbi vdn crd p-acp n1;
2352 0 Struunt de pro•rio calumnias innocentiae. Bern. lib. 1. de Consid. prope finem. — Struunt de pro•rio Calumnies innocentiae. Bern. lib. 1. de Consider Prope finem. — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-it fw-la. np1 n1. crd fw-fr np1 n1 fw-la.
2353 0 Psal. 35.11. Psalm 35.11. np1 crd.
2354 0 Nehem, 6.8. Nehemiah, 6.8. np1, crd.
2354 1 Cis. act 2. in Ver•. lib. 3. Cis. act 2. in Ver•. lib. 3. np1 n1 crd p-acp np1. n1. crd
2355 0 3 King 21.10 3 King 21.10 crd n1 crd
2355 1 2 Sam. 1•. 3. 2 Sam. 1•. 3. crd np1 n1. crd.
2357 0 §. 9. 2. by Aggrauation ; §. 9. 2. by Aggravation; §. crd crd p-acp n1;
2357 1 Non vtar istâ acculatoriâ consue•udine, &c. Cic. Act. 2. in Verr. lib. 5. Non vtar istâ acculatoriâ consue•udine, etc. Cic Act. 2. in Verr lib. 5. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av np1 n1 crd p-acp np1 n1. crd
2357 2 quae quoniam accusatorio more & iure sunt facta reprehendere non puslumus. Cic. pro Flac•o. Quae quoniam accusatorio more & iure sunt facta reprehendere non puslumus. Cic Pro Flac•o. fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la.
2362 0 2. Sam. 13.30 2. Sam. 13.30 crd np1 crd
2363 0 They dai•y wrest my words Psal 56.5. Nihil est, Quin mele narrando possit deprauarior. Terent. in Pho•mi. They dai•y wrest my words Psalm 56.5. Nihil est, Quin mele narrando possit deprauarior. Terent in Pho•mi. pns32 vmb vvi po11 n2 np1 crd. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1.
2364 0 3 Sam. 10.2. 3 Sam. 10.2. crd np1 crd.
2364 1 Nehe. 6.6.7. & Ezr. 4.12 Neh 6.6.7. & Ezra 4.12 np1 crd. cc np1 crd
2366 0 Ioh. 2. 19-21. John 2. 19-21. np1 crd. j.
2366 1 Matth. 26.61 Matthew 26.61 np1 crd
2368 0 §. 10. 3. by pressing the letter of the Law with rigour. §. 10. 3. by pressing the Letter of the Law with rigour. §. crd crd p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1.
2368 1 NONLATINALPHABET. Epictet. apud Stob. serm. 143. nos legē bonam â molâ, nullâ a•ia nisi naturali normâ diuidere possumus. Cic. lib. 1. de legib. Quod fit iniusiè, nec iure sieri potest. Non enim iura dicenda sunt, vel putanda iniqua hominum constituta. Aug. l. 9. de Ciuit 21. . Epictetus. apud Stob. sermon. 143. nos legen Good â molâ, nullâ a•ia nisi naturali normâ diuidere possumus. Cic lib. 1. de Legib. Quod fit iniusiè, nec iure sieri potest. Non enim Jerusalem dicenda sunt, vel putanda Iniqua hominum Constituted. Aug. l. 9. de Civil 21. . np1. fw-la np1 n1. crd fw-it vvp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. crd fw-fr n1. vvd j fw-fr, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1 crd fw-fr fw-la crd
2368 2 Atque ipsa vtilitas prope iusti mater, & aequi Horat. 1. serm. 3. — ex ae quo & bono ius consta•, quod ad veritatem & vtili tatem communom videtur pertinere. Cic. ad Herem. lib. 2. Atque ipsa vtilitas Prope Justi mater, & Aequi Horatio 1. sermon. 3. — ex ae quo & Bono Just consta•, quod ad veritatem & Useful tatem communom videtur pertinere. Cic and Herem. lib. 2. fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la np1 crd n1. crd — fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la crd n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1 cc np1. n1. crd
2374 0 Pro. 30.33. Pro 30.33. np1 crd.
2376 0 Canes venatici. Cic. in Verrinis saepè. Canes venatici. Cic in Verrinis saepè. n2 fw-la. np1 p-acp np1 fw-la.
2381 0 Luk. 19.8. Si quid cuiper calumniam eripui. apud Tert. 4 cont. Marc. 37. Luk. 19.8. Si quid cuiper calumniam eripui. apud Tert 4 contentedly. Marc. 37. np1 crd. fw-mi fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. fw-la np1 crd av-vvn. np1 crd
2384 0 §. 11. A Cauill remoued. §. 11. A Cavil removed. §. crd dt n1 vvd.
2389 0 1. Sam. 21.7. 1. Sam. 21.7. crd np1 crd.
2391 0 1. Sam. 22.9. &c. 1. Sam. 22.9. etc. crd np1 crd. av
2393 0 Psal. 52.2. — 4 Psalm 52.2. — 4 np1 crd. — crd
2396 0 §. 12. Reasons of the Prohibition; taken §. 12. Reasons of the Prohibition; taken §. crd n2 pp-f dt n1; vvn
2398 0 Ioh 8.44. John 8.44. np1 crd.
2399 0 Gen. 3.1.4.5 Gen. 3.1.4.5 np1 crd
2400 0 Apoc. 12.9, 10. Apocalypse 12.9, 10. np1 crd, crd
2404 0 Ioh. 8.44. John 8.44. np1 crd.
2406 0 Ier. 18.18. Jeremiah 18.18. np1 crd.
2407 0 §. 13. 1. from the Sinne; §. 13. 1. from the Sin; §. crd crd p-acp dt n1;
2409 0 Wisd. 1.11. Wisdom 1.11. np1 crd.
2410 0 Apoc 22.15. Apocalypse 22.15. np1 crd.
2410 1 Apoc. 21.8. Apocalypse 21.8. np1 crd.
2411 0 Psal. 15.1.3 Psalm 15.1.3 np1 crd
2414 0 Psal. 50.19. — 21. Psalm 50.19. — 21. np1 crd. — crd
2417 0 §. 14. 2. from the Wrong; §. 14. 2. from the Wrong; §. crd crd p-acp dt n-jn;
2425 0 §. 15. 3. from the mischiefes. §. 15. 3. from the mischiefs. §. crd crd p-acp dt n2.
2428 0 Ezek. 22.9. Ezekiel 22.9. np1 crd.
2429 0 §. 16. An exhortation to auoid the fault; §. 16. an exhortation to avoid the fault; §. crd dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1;
2436 0 NONLATINALPHABET. apud Stob. serm. 2. Idque per praeconem, cum aliquem emendavet, dici iubebat, Quod tibi fieri non vis, alteri ne feceris. Quam sententiam vsqueadeo dilexit, vt & in Palatio, & in publicis operibus praescribi iuberet. de Alex. severo Lamprid. in Alex. . apud Stob. sermon. 2. Idque per praeconem, cum aliquem emendavet, dici iubebat, Quod tibi fieri non vis, Alteri ne feceris. Quam sententiam vsqueadeo dilexit, vt & in Palatio, & in publicis operibus praescribi iuberet. de Alexander Severo Lamprid in Alexander . fw-la np1 n1. crd fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-fr, fw-la fw-fr fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la cc fw-la fw-la, cc p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-fr np1 fw-la np1 p-acp np1
2437 0 Matt. 7.12. Matt. 7.12. np1 crd.
2446 0 §. 17. and the Causes thereof: §. 17. and the Causes thereof: §. crd cc dt n2 av:
2453 0 §. 18. which are, 1. Malice. §. 18. which Are, 1. Malice. §. crd r-crq vbr, crd n1.
2455 0 Psal. 120.6.7 Psalm 120.6.7 np1 crd
2458 0 Virg. Eclog. 3. Virg Eclogue 3. np1 np1 crd
2465 0 Quare solent inimici mentiri? vt potentiam cuiusque minuant de quo mentiuntur. Aug. in Psal. 65 Quare solent Inimici mentiri? vt potentiam cuiusque minuant de quo mentiuntur. Aug. in Psalm 65 fw-la j fw-la fw-la? fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1 crd
2466 0 Dan. 6.3.4. Dan. 6.3.4. np1 crd.
2469 0 Heb. 12.15. Hebrew 12.15. np1 crd.
2473 0 §. 19. 2 Obsequiousnesse; §. 19. 2 Obsequiousness; §. crd crd n1;
2477 0 3 King. 21.11 3 King. 21.11 crd n1. crd
2477 1 2 Sam. 22.9. 2 Sam. 22.9. crd np1 crd.
2479 0 NONLATINALPHABET Pericles apud Agell. 1. Noct. 3. Pericles apud Agell. 1. Night 3. np1 fw-la n1. crd np1 crd
2481 0 Gal. 1.10. Gal. 1.10. np1 crd.
2482 0 §. 20. 3 Couerture ; §. 20. 3 Coverture; §. crd crd n1;
2483 0 Scelere velandum est scelus. Sen. in Hippol. Act. 2. Scelere velandum est scelus. Sen. in Hippol. Act. 2. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1. n1 crd
2484 0 Gen. 39.17. Gen. 39.17. np1 crd.
2484 1 Dan. 13. Dan. 13. np1 crd
2486 0 Cic. in Verrinis passim. Cic in Verrinis passim. np1 p-acp np1 vvb.
2488 0 Pro. 18.17: Pro 18.17: np1 crd:
2491 0 §. 21. 4 Couetousnes §. 21. 4 Covetousness §. crd crd n1
2492 0 1. Tim. 6.10. — scelerum mamatrem. Claudian. 2. de laud. Stillic. Inde fere scelerū causae — Iuuenal. Satyr. 11. 1. Tim. 6.10. — Scelerum mamatrem. Claudian. 2. the laud. Stillic. Inde fere scelerū causae — Juvenal. Satyr. 11. crd np1 crd. — fw-la fw-la. jp. crd dt n1. np1. np1 n1 fw-la fw-la — np1. n1. crd
2496 0 Maximam partem ad iniuriam faciendam aggrediuntur nonnulli, vt adipiscantur ea quae cōcupiuerunt: In quo vitio latissime patet auaritia. Cic. l. 1. de offic. Sic vita hominum est, vt ad maleficium nemo conetur, sine spe atque emolumento accedere. Cic. pro Sex. Roscio. — pars vlcisima rerum, Certamen mouistis opes. Lucan. lib. 3. NONLATINALPHABET. Diphilus apud Stob. serm. 8. Maximam partem ad iniuriam faciendam aggrediuntur Nonnulli, vt adipiscantur ea Quae cōcupiuerunt: In quo vitio latissime patet auaritia. Cic l. 1. de office. Sic vita hominum est, vt ad maleficium nemo conetur, sine See atque emolumento accedere. Cic Pro Sex. Roscio. — pars vlcisima rerum, Certamen mouistis opes. Lucan. lib. 3.. Diphilus apud Stob. sermon. 8. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la av-j, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1 crd fw-fr n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la n1 np1. — fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. n1. crd. np1 fw-la np1 n1. crd
2499 0 Prou. 1.11. — 13. Prou. 1.11. — 13. np1 crd. — crd
2506 0 Luke 3.14 ▪ Luke 3.14 ▪ zz crd ▪
2508 0 Exod 20.17. Exod 20.17. np1 crd.
2511 0 §. 22. The Iudges duty; Not to receiue a false Report. §. 22. The Judges duty; Not to receive a false Report. §. crd dt ng1 n1; xx pc-acp vvi dt j n1.
2514 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Septuag. Non suscipies vo•em mendacii. Vulg. edit. Thou shalt not receiue a false report. Geneu. — hunc sensum sequitur Chaldaeus, Vatabl. . Septuag. Non suscipies vo•em Mendaciously. Vulgar edit. Thou shalt not receive a false report. Geneu. — hunc sensum sequitur Chaldean, Vatable . np1. fw-fr n2 fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt j n1. np1. — fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, np1
2517 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Phoc. . Phoc. . np1.
2520 0 Non solùm ille reus est, qui falsum de aliquo profert; sed & is, qui citò aurem criminibus praebet. Isid. lib. 3. de summo bono. Non solùm Isle Rhesus est, qui falsum de Aliquo profert; said & is, qui citò Ear criminibus praebet. Isidore lib. 3. the Summo Bono. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; vvn cc vbz, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. crd dt j fw-la.
2520 1 Psal 52. Psalm 52. np1 crd
2520 2 1. Sam. 24.9. 1. Sam. 24.9. crd np1 crd.
2522 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Thucid. apud Stob. serm. 40. . Thyde apud Stob. sermon. 40. . np1 fw-la np1 n1. crd
2525 0 §. 23. Whereunto a threefold care is requisite: 1. in receiuing informations ; §. 23. Whereunto a threefold care is requisite: 1. in receiving informations; §. crd c-crq dt j n1 vbz j: crd p-acp vvg n2;
2526 0 Pro. 18.17. Est vitium, cuius si te i•munem sentis, inter omnes quos noui, ex his qui Cathedras ascendunt, sedebis me iudice solitarius. Facilitas credulitatis haec est: cuius callidissimae vulpeculae Magnorum neminem comperi satis cavisse versutias. Bern. 2. de consid. in fine. Pro 18.17. Est Vitium, cuius si te i•munem Sentis, inter omnes quos noui, ex his qui Cathedras ascendunt, sedebis me iudice solitarius. Facilitas credulitatis haec est: cuius callidissimae vulpeculae Magnorum neminem comperi satis cavisse versutias. Bern. 2. de Consider. in fine. np1 crd. fw-la fw-la, crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la png31 fw-la np1 fw-la, fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd zz vvn. p-acp j.
2526 1 inde eis ipsis pro nihilo irae multae, inde innocentium frequens addictio, in de praeindiria in absentes. Bern. ib. — inde eis Ipse Pro nihilo irae Multitude, inde Innocentium Frequent addictio, in de praeindiria in absentes. Bern. ib. — fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-fr fw-la p-acp n2. np1 n1.
2527 0 Lyran. hîc. Lyran hîc. np1 fw-la.
2532 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Demost. de cor. . Demost de cor. . np1 fw-fr fw-la.
2536 0 §. 24. 2. in examining causes ; §. 24. 2. in examining Causes; §. crd crd p-acp vvg n2;
2536 1 The righteous considereth the cause of the poore: but the wicked regardeth not to know it. Prou. 29.7. The righteous Considereth the cause of the poor: but the wicked Regardeth not to know it. Prou. 29.7. dt j vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j: cc-acp dt j vvz xx pc-acp vvi pn31. np1 crd.
2538 0 2. Sam. 16.4. 2. Sam. 16.4. crd np1 crd.
2540 0 Iob. 29.16. Job 29.16. zz crd.
2541 0 3. Kin. 3.23. 3. Kin. 3.23. crd n1. crd.
2542 0 Prou. 25.2. Prou. 25.2. np1 crd.
2543 0 Psal. 82.6. Psalm 82.6. np1 crd.
2544 0 Gen. 18.20, 21. quo exemplo moniti, ne ad proferendam sententiam — aut temere indiligente• que in discussa quaeque quoquo modo iudicemus: sed exemp•o Domini descendamus, videamus, & iusto examine criminoso• diligenter perscrutemur. Concil. Trib. e. 22. Gen. 18.20, 21. quo exemplo moniti, ne ad proferendam sententiam — Or Temere indiligente• que in discussa quaeque quoquo modo iudicemus: sed exemp•o Domini Descendamus, videamus, & Justo examine criminoso• diligently perscrutemur. Council. Trib e. 22. np1 crd, crd fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la — fw-la fw-la n1 fw-fr p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la, cc n1 vvb n1 fw-la fw-la. n1. np1 fw-la. crd
2547 0 Luk. 16.2. Luk. 16.2. np1 crd.
2554 0 §. 25. 3. in repressing contentious persons and suites. §. 25. 3. in repressing contentious Persons and suits. §. crd crd p-acp vvg j n2 cc n2.
2556 0 Accusatores multos esse in ciuitate v•ile est, vt metu contineatur audacia: veruntamen hoc ita est vtile, vt non planè illudamur ab accusatoribus. Ibid. Accusatores multos esse in ciuitate v•ile est, vt metu contineatur audacia: Veruntamen hoc ita est utile, vt non planè illudamur ab accusatoribus. Ibid n2 fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la ng1 n1: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
2557 0 Nihil mali est, canes ibi quamplurim •s esse, vbi permulti obs•ruandi, multaque seruanda sunt. Cic. pro Sex. Roscio. Nihil mali est, canes There quamplurim •s esse, vbi permulti obs•ruandi, multaque seruanda sunt. Cic Pro Sex. Roscio. fw-la fw-la fw-la, n2 fw-la j fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la n1 np1.
2560 0 Canes aluntur in Capitolio, vt significent, si fures venerint - Quòd si luce quoque canes latrent, cùm Deos salutatum aliqui venerint: opinor jis crura suffringantur, &c. Ibid. Canes aluntur in Capitol, vt significent, si fures venerint - Quòd si luce quoque canes latrent, cùm Gods salutatum aliqui venerint: opinor jis crura suffringantur, etc. Ibid n2 fw-la p-acp np1, fw-la j, fw-la fw-la fw-la - fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la n2 n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av np1
2563 0 Psal. 82.6. Psalm 82.6. np1 crd.
2564 0 Apoc. 12.9.10. de ipso etiam nomine Diaboli delatorem. Tertullian de anima. c. 35. Apocalypse 12.9.10. de ipso etiam nomine Diaboli delatorem. Tertullian de anima. c. 35. np1 crd. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la. np1 fw-fr fw-la. sy. crd
2571 0 Iob 29.17. Job 29.17. np1 crd.
2573 0 §. 26. Whereunto some likely good helpes are §. 26. Whereunto Some likely good helps Are §. crd c-crq d j j n2 vbr
2577 0 §. 27. 1. to respect informations tendred without Oath ; §. 27. 1. to respect informations tendered without Oath; §. crd crd p-acp n1 n2 vvn p-acp n1;
2578 0 Cael. ad Cicer. 8. fam. Epist. 8. vide l. 7. & l. 13. § ▪ qui damni. ff. de damno infect. In omnibus causis, siue est, san•imus non. liter, &c. Nisi prius qui eas exposcunt, iuramentum de calumniâ praestiterint, quod non &c. •. Vinc. Cod de iureiurando propter calumn. Celestial and Cicer. 8. fam. Epistle 8. vide l. 7. & l. 13. § ▪ qui damn. ff. the Damno infect. In omnibus Causis, siue est, san•imus non. liter, etc. Nisi prius qui eas exposcunt, iuramentum de calumniâ praestiterint, quod non etc. •. Vince Cod de iureiurando propter calumn. np1 cc np1 crd n1. np1 crd fw-la n1 crd cc n1 crd § ▪ fw-la fw-la. n1. dt j vvi. p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. fw-la, av fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr av •. np1 np1 fw-fr n1 fw-la n1.
2580 0 Nam sacramenti timore contentiosa litigantium instantia compescitur. Ibid. NONLATINALPHABET. Sopho•l. Nam Sacrament Timore contentiosa litigantium Instantia compescitur. Ibid. Sopho•l. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. np1.
2583 0 §. 28. 2. to temper Iustice with Equity ; §. 28. 2. to temper justice with Equity; §. crd crd p-acp n1 n1 p-acp n1;
2586 0 Soleo audire in potestate esse iudicis mollire sententiam, & mitiùs vindicare quàm iubeant leges. Augustin. Epist. 158. Solio Audire in potestate esse Judges mollire sententiam, & mitiùs vindicare quàm iubeant leges. Augustin. Epistle 158. n1 vvi p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. np1 crd
2586 1 Summum ius, summa iniuria. Ibid. NONLATINALPHABET. Aristot. 5. Ethic. 10. Summum Just, summa Iniuria. Ibid. Aristotle 5. Ethic. 10. fw-la crd, fw-la fw-la. np1. np1 crd np1 crd
2586 2 Existunt etiam saepè iniuriae calumniâ quadam, & nimis callidâ, sed malitiosâ iuris interpretatione. Cic. lib. 1. de Offic. Scriptum sequi, calumniatoris esse; boni iudicis, voluntatem scriptoris, authoritatemque defendere. Id pro A. Cecinna. Existunt etiam saepè iniuriae calumniâ Quadam, & nimis callidâ, sed malitiosâ iuris Interpretation. Cic lib. 1. de Office Scriptum sequi, calumniatoris esse; boni Judges, voluntatem Scriptural, authoritatemque defendere. Id Pro A. Cecinna. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. np1 n1. crd fw-fr np1 np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la np1 np1.
2587 0 Aucupia verborum, & literarum t•ndiculae. Cic pro A. Cecinna. Aucupia verborum, & Literarum t•ndiculae. Cic Pro A. Cecinna. np1 fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la np1 np1.
2593 0 §. 29. 3. to punish partiality and Collusion in the Informer; §. 29. 3. to Punish partiality and Collusion in the Informer; §. crd crd pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1;
2598 0 Quartam accusatoribus secundum necessitudinem legis. Tacit. lib. 4. Annal. Quartam accusatoribus secundum necessitudinem Legis. Tacit. lib. 4. Annal. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. crd np1.
2598 1 Quadruplatores, accusatores seu delatores criminum Publicorum, sub poena quadrupli: siue quòd ipsi ex damnatorum bonis quos accusauerant, quartam partem consequebantur. Ascon. in Verr. See Fest. in Quadruplatore, Turneb. 3. Aduers. 9. Lips. in lib. 4. Ann. Taciti. Bisciol. 14. subces. 13. Quadruplatores, Accusatores seu delatores crimen Publicorum, sub poena quadrupli: siue quòd ipsi ex damnatorum bonis quos accusauerant, quartam partem consequebantur. Ascon. in Verr See Fest. in Quadruplator, Turnebus. 3. Aduers. 9. Lips. in lib. 4. Ann. Taciti. Bisciol. 14. subces. 13. n2, n2 fw-la n2 fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la vvn: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. zz. p-acp np1 vvb np1 p-acp np1, np1. crd j. crd n2 p-acp n1. crd np1 fw-la. np1. crd n2. crd
2601 0 Quadruplator, vt breuiter describam, capitalis est. Est enim improbus & pestifer ciuis. Cic. lib. 2. ad Her. Quadruplator, vt Briefly describam, capitalis est. Est enim Improbus & pestifer Civis. Cic lib. 2. and Her. n1, fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. crd vvi po31
2603 0 1 Cor. 9.7. 1 Cor. 9.7. vvd np1 crd.
2604 0 aequitas in paribus causis paria iura desiderat. Cic. in Top. Quis hoc statuit, quod aequum sit in Quintium, id iniquum esse in p•tuit ▪ Id pro. Quiq. aequitas in paribus Causis paria Jerusalem Desiderate. Cic in Top. Quis hoc statuit, quod Aequum sit in Quinctius, id Iniquum esse in p•tuit ▪ Id Pro. Quiq. fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp n1 fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 ▪ fw-la fw-la. np1.
2606 0 Praeuaris 〈 … 〉 satoris corruptela ab reo. Cic. in partit. orat. — Praeuaricatorem •um •sse ostendimus, 〈 ◊ 〉 colludit cum reo, & translatitie munere accusand desungitur. Mar, in l. 1. ff ad Senatus. Turpil. Praeuaris 〈 … 〉 satoris Corruptela ab Reo. Cic in Participate. Orat. — Praeuaricatorem •um •sse ostendimus, 〈 ◊ 〉 colludit cum Reo, & translatitie munere accusand desungitur. Mar, in l. 1. ff ad Senatus. Turpitude. np1 〈 … 〉 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp n1. j. — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, 〈 sy 〉 n1 fw-la fw-la, cc n1 fw-la n1 fw-la. vvb, p-acp n1 crd n1 fw-la np1. n1.
2607 0 V. Pli• ▪ Epist. • ▪ l •. ff. 〈 … 〉 Rosin. 9. Antiqu. Rom. 25. V. Pli• ▪ Epistle • ▪ l •. ff. 〈 … 〉 Rosin. 9. Antique Rom. 25. np1 np1 ▪ np1 • ▪ sy •. n1. 〈 … 〉 n1. crd np1 np1 crd
2609 0 §. 30. 4. to allow the wronged party large satisfaction ; §. 30. 4. to allow the wronged party large satisfaction; §. crd crd pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 j n1;
2610 0 v. Ascon. in Verrin. 3. v. Ascon. in Verrin. 3. n1 zz. p-acp np1. crd
2614 0 v. l. 1. §. 2. &c. ff. ad senatusc. Turpil; Rosin. 9. Antiqu. Rom. 25. v. l. 1. §. 2. etc. ff. ad Senatus. Turpitude; Rosin. 9. Antique Rom. 25. n1 n1 crd §. crd av j. fw-la n1. n1; n1. crd np1 np1 crd
2618 0 lege Remmiâ. v. l. 1. §. 2. ff. ad senatusc. Turpil; & Gothifred. in annot. ibi; Rosin. 8. Antiqu. Rom. part. 2. cap. 22. lege Remmiâ. v. l. 1. §. 2. ff. ad Senatus. Turpitude; & Gothifred. in Annot. There; Rosin. 8. Antique Rom. part. 2. cap. 22. fw-la fw-la. n1 n1 crd §. crd n1. fw-la n1. n1; cc np1. n1 vmbx. fw-la; n1. crd np1 np1 n1. crd n1. crd
2630 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Plutarch in Pyrrho. . Plutarch in Pyrrho. . np1 p-acp np1.
2633 0 Luke 19.8. Luke 19.8. zz crd.
2634 0 Lucian in Hermot. Lucian in Hermot. np1 p-acp np1.
2634 1 §. 31. 5. to look well to his owne seruants and officers. §. 31. 5. to look well to his own Servants and Officers. §. crd crd pc-acp vvi av p-acp po31 d n2 cc n2.
2639 0 Sirac. 10.2. Sirach. 10.2. np1. crd.
2642 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Isoc. apud Stob. serm. 44. Si innocentes existimari velumus, no• solùm nos abstinentes, sedetiam nostros comites praestare debemus. Cic. 2. in Verr. 2. . Isoc. apud Stob. sermon. 44. Si innocentes existimari velumus, no• solùm nos abstinentes, sedetiam nostros comites praestare debemus. Cic 2. in Verr 2. . np1. fw-la np1 n1. crd fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd p-acp np1 crd
2644 0 Pro. 29.12. Pro 29.12. np1 crd.
2646 0 Nemo vnquā tàm reus, tàm nocens adducetur, qui istâ defensione non possit vti. Cic. 2 in Verr. 2. Nemo vnquā tàm Rhesus, tàm Nocens adducetur, qui istâ defension non possit vti. Cic 2 in Verr 2. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd n1 np1 crd
2648 0 aiunt eum queri solere nonnunquam, se miserum, quòd non suis, sed suorum comitum peccatis & criminibus praematur. Cic. ibid. Aiunt Eum queri solere nonnunquam, se miserum, quòd non suis, sed suorum Comitum peccatis & criminibus praematur. Cic Ibid. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-fr, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la.
2651 0 in tantâ felicitate nemo potest esse in magnâ familiâ, qui neminem neque servum neque libertum improbum habeat. Cic. pr• Sec. Roscio. in tantâ felicitate nemo potest esse in magnâ familiâ, qui neminem neque servum neque libertum improbum habeat. Cic pr• Sec. Roscio. p-acp fw-la j np1 fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1 np1 np1.
2653 0 Dedecus ille domus sciet vltimus. Iuuenal. Satyr. 10. Dedecus Isle domus sciet Last. Juvenal. Satyr. 10. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. n1. crd
2657 0 Nehem. 5.15. Nehemiah 5.15. np1 crd.
2668 0 Mat. 5.29, 30 Mathew 5.29, 30 np1 crd, crd
2670 0 Psal. 101.5. &c. Psalm 101.5. etc. np1 crd. av
2677 0 §. 32. The summe and Conclusion of all. §. 32. The sum and Conclusion of all. §. crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d.
2710 0 At the Assises at Lincolne. 4. Aug. 1625. At the Assizes At Lincoln. 4. Aug. 1625. p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1. crd np1 crd
2711 0 §. 1. The Argument ; §. 1. The Argument; §. crd dt n1;
2711 1 Boys Expos. of proper Psalmes in init. out of Gueuara. Boys Expos. of proper Psalms in Init. out of Guevara. n2 np1 pp-f j n2 p-acp j. av pp-f np1.
2719 0 §. 2. and matter of this Psalme. §. 2. and matter of this Psalm. §. crd cc n1 pp-f d n1.
2727 0 §. 3. The Coherence, scepe, §. 3. The Coherence, scepe, §. crd dt n1, vvb,
3142 0 Psal. 75.2.3. Psalm 75.2.3. np1 crd.
3144 0 Prou. 14.34. Prou. 14.34. np1 crd.
2732 0 Breuiter totum dixit: quia non hic nescientes docet, sed commemorat scientes. Augustin. hîc. Briefly totum dixit: quia non hic nescientes docet, sed commemorate Knowing. Augustin. hîc. n1 fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-fr fw-la n2 fw-la, fw-la j n2. np1. fw-la.
2739 0 §. 4. and Diuision of the Text. §. 4. and Division of the Text. §. crd cc n1 pp-f dt np1
2746 0 §. 5. Balacs plotte ; §. 5. Balacs plot; §. crd npg1 n1;
2746 1 Num. 22.1. Num. 22.1. np1 crd.
2747 0 Ibid. 2.3. Ibid 2.3. np1 crd.
2747 1 Sihon, K. of the Amorites; and Og. K. of Basan. Numb. 21. Sihon, K. of the amorites; and Og. K. of Basan. Numb. 21. np1, n1 pp-f dt np1; cc np1 n1 pp-f np1. j. crd
2748 0 Ascitos seniores Madiani, qui proximi regno eius erant, & amici, consuluit, quid facto opus esset. Hist Scholast. i• Num. c. •2. Ascitos seniores Midianite, qui proximi regno eius Erant, & Friends, consuluit, quid facto opus esset. Hist Scholiast. i• Num. c. •2. fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. uh vvn. n1 np1 sy. n1.
2748 1 Num. 22.5 — 7. Num. 22.5 — 7. np1 crd — crd
2751 0 Num. 23.23. Num. 23.23. np1 crd.
2753 0 2 Pet. 2.15. 2 Pet. 2.15. crd np1 crd.
2755 0 Num. 2•. 11. & 24.10. Num. 2•. 11. & 24.10. np1 n1. crd. cc crd.
2755 1 §. 6. and Balaams pollicy, against Israel: §. 6. and Balaams policy, against Israel: §. crd cc npg1 n1, p-acp np1:
2757 0 Num. 24.11. Num. 24.11. np1 crd.
2758 0 Num. 31.16. Reuel. 2.14. See also Ioseph. 4. Antiquit. Iud. 5. Num. 31.16. Revel. 2.14. See also Ioseph. 4. Antiquity Iud. 5. np1 crd. vvb. crd. vvb av np1. crd np1 np1 crd
2763 0 §. with the successe thereof; both in their Sinne, §. with the success thereof; both in their Sin, §. p-acp dt n1 av; d p-acp po32 n1,
2766 0 Num. 25.2. Num. 25.2. np1 crd.
2766 1 Psal. 106.28. Psalm 106.28. np1 crd.
2767 0 quem Graecia Priapum dixit. Hist. Scolast. in Num. c. 34. & alij secuti Hieronymum in c 9. Osee; & 1. cont. Io. 12. See Vatabl. in Num. 25.3. Seldem. Synt. 1. de DIs Syr. c. 5. Lael. Biscio•. 3. hor. subces. 20. Whom Graecia Priapum dixit. Hist. School. in Num. c. 34. & alij secuti Hieronymus in c 9. Hosea; & 1. contentedly. Io. 12. See Vatable in Num. 25.3. Seldom. Saint 1. the DIs Syr. c. 5. Lael. Biscio•. 3. hor. subces. 20. fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la. np1 vvn. p-acp np1 sy. crd cc fw-la fw-la np1 p-acp sy crd np1; cc crd av-vvn. np1 crd vvb np1 p-acp np1 crd. av. np1 crd dt zf n1 sy. crd np1. np1. crd uh. n2. crd
2767 1 §. 8. and Punishment. §. 8. and Punishment. §. crd cc n1.
2769 0 Exod. 20 5. Exod 20 5. np1 crd crd
2769 1 Esa. 42.8. Isaiah 42.8. np1 crd.
2769 2 Deut. 7.6. Deuteronomy 7.6. np1 crd.
2769 3 Ezek. 16.8. Ezekiel 16.8. np1 crd.
2769 4 Ibid. 38. Ibid 38. np1 crd
2772 0 Psal. 106.29. Psalm 106.29. np1 crd.
2773 0 Num. 25.4.5 Num. 25.4.5 np1 crd
2775 0 1 Cor. 10.8. the other thousand (Num. 25.9.) it seemeth were those, that were hanged vp by Moses, and slaine by the Rulers. 1 Cor. 10.8. the other thousand (Num. 25.9.) it seems were those, that were hanged up by Moses, and slain by the Rulers. vvn np1 crd. dt j-jn crd (np1 crd.) pn31 vvz vbdr d, cst vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp dt n2.
2776 0 §. 9. Zimri's prouocation ; §. 9. Zimri's provocation; §. crd npg1 n1;
2777 0 Num. 25.6. Num. 25.6. np1 crd.
2778 0 Ibid. 14. Ibid 14. np1 crd
2778 1 Ibid. 6. Ibid 6. np1 crd
2778 2 Compare Num. 25.15. with Num. 31.8. Compare Num. 25.15. with Num. 31.8. vvb np1 crd. p-acp np1 crd.
2779 0 §. 10. and his execution. §. 10. and his execution. §. crd cc po31 n1.
2782 0 Num. 25.7.8 Num. 25.7.8 np1 crd
2785 0 ibid. 11. Ibid. 11. fw-la. crd
2787 0 §. 11. The Person of Phinebes considered. §. 11. The Person of Phinebes considered. §. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd.
2789 0 Num. 31.6. Num. 31.6. np1 crd.
2789 1 Ios. 22.13.31.32. Ios. 22.13.31.32. np1 crd.
2792 0 Num. 1. •9. &c. Num. 1. •9. etc. np1 crd n1. av
2796 0 §. 12. The Spiritual Power doth not include the Temporall ; §. 12. The Spiritual Power does not include the Temporal; §. crd dt j n1 vdz xx vvi dt j;
2798 0 Luk. 22.26. Luk. 22.26. np1 crd.
2800 0 Nec in quēquā Presbyterum, Episcopum, siue Papam, conuenit conctiuam in •oc saeculo iurisdictionem sibi habeve; nisi eadem sibi per humanū legislatorem concessa fuerit, in cuius potestate est hanc ab ipsis semper reuocare. Marsil. Patau. 2. defens pacis. 5. Nec in quēquā Presbyterum, Bishop, siue Pope, conuenit conctiuam in •oc saeculo iurisdictionem sibi habeve; nisi Same sibi per humanū legislatorem concessa fuerit, in cuius potestate est hanc ab Ipse semper reuocare. Marsil. Patau. 2. defence pacis. 5. fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1. np1. crd n1 fw-la. crd
2803 0 Papa iure diuino est directe dominus Orbis. Pesant. de immunit. Eccles. page 45. idem desendunt Baronius, Bosii duo, Zecchus, Care•ius, alii. Papa iure diuino est Direct dominus Orbis. Peasant. de immunit. Eccles. page 45. idem desendunt Baronius, Bosii duo, Zechariah, Care•ius, alii. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la fw-la. n1. fw-fr fw-la. np1 n1 crd fw-la fw-la np1, np1 fw-la, np1, np1, fw-la.
2809 0 See Bellarm. 5. de Rom. Pontif. 6. See Bellarmine 5. de Rom. Pontiff 6. vvb np1 crd fw-fr np1 np1 crd
2812 0 aduersus impios politicos. Carer. de potest. in titulo libri. Adversus Impious politicos. Carer. de potest. in Titulo Libri. fw-la fw-mi vvi. n1. fw-fr fw-la. fw-la fw-la n1.
2818 0 §. 13. nor yet exclude it. §. 13. nor yet exclude it. §. crd ccx av vvi pn31.
2967 1 Dum poenas •di: per vim festinat inulto. Horat 1. Epist. 2. Dum poenas •di: per vim Festinat inulto. Horatio 1. Epistle 2. fw-la n2 fw-la: fw-la fw-la j fw-la. np1 crd np1 crd
3146 0 Prou. 16.11. Prou. 16.11. np1 crd.
2822 0 ac Regis quidem haec munia esset iussit, primum, vt sacrorum, & sacrificiorum principatum baberet — Dyonis. Halicar. lib. 2. See also Cic. 1. de diuin. NONLATINALPHABET. de Aegyptiis Plutarch lib. de Is. & Osir. ac Regis quidem haec Money esset Iussit, primum, vt Sacred, & Sacrifices Principatum baberet — Dyonis. Halicar. lib. 2. See also Cic 1. the divine.. de Aegyptiis Plutarch lib. de Is. & Osir fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la — np1. np1. n1. crd vvb av np1 crd dt n-jn.. fw-fr fw-la np1 n1. fw-fr np1 cc np1
2822 1 Virgil. 3. Aeneid Virgil. 3. Aeneid np1. crd np1
2822 2 Gen. 14.18. Gen. 14.18. np1 crd.
2823 0 Sacerdotium fuit annexum primogeniturae vsque ad legem datam per Mosen. Lyran. in Gen 14.18. See also Lyran. in Numb. 3.12. & 8.16. &c. Sacerdotium fuit annexum primogeniturae vsque ad legem datam per Moses. Lyran in Gen 14.18. See also Lyran in Numb. 3.12. & 8.16. etc. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1. np1 p-acp fw-la crd. vvb av np1 p-acp j. crd. cc crd. av
2823 1 1. Sam. 4.18. 1. Sam. 4.18. crd np1 crd.
2824 0 Aug. 17. de ciuit. 4. & in Psal. 98. Sulpit Seuer. lib. 1. Hist. sacrae. Aug. 17. de Civil. 4. & in Psalm 98. Sulpit Seuer. lib. 1. Hist. Sacrae. np1 crd fw-la fw-la. crd cc p-acp np1 crd n1 np1. n1. crd np1 fw-la.
2824 1 Leuita Samuel, non Sacerdos, non Pontifex fuit. Hieron. lib. 1. contra Iouin v. Drus. not. ad Sulpit. Hist. p. 154 Leviticus Samuel, non Sacerdos, non Pontifex fuit. Hieron. lib. 1. contra John v. Drus not. ad Sulpit Hist. p. 154 n1 np1, fw-fr np1, fw-fr np1 fw-la. np1. n1. crd fw-la np1 n1 np1 xx. fw-la np1 np1 n1 crd
2825 0 1. Sam. 7.16. 1. Sam. 7.16. crd np1 crd.
2825 1 1. Sam. 15.33. 1. Sam. 15.33. crd np1 crd.
2826 0 1. Chro. 26.29 — 32. 1. Chro 26.29 — 32. crd np1 crd — crd
2826 1 In omni negotio diuino, & humano. Vatab. in 1. Parab. 26. In omni negotio diuino, & Human. Vatable in 1. Parable. 26. p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc n1. np1 p-acp crd n1. crd
2838 0 §. 14. Phinehes his fact examined, §. 14. Phinehas his fact examined, §. crd n2 po31 n1 vvn,
2848 0 Serm. 2. ad Cler. § 30. Sermon 2. and Clerk § 30. np1 crd vvi np1 § crd
2849 0 Num. 25.5. Num. 25.5. np1 crd.
2851 0 Hall. 7. Contempl. 4. Hall. 7. Contemplation. 4. n1. crd np1. crd
2854 0 Num. 25.14. Num. 25.14. np1 crd.
2857 0 §. 15. and iustified: §. 15. and justified: §. crd cc vvn:
2858 0 Num. 2•. 12.13. Num. 2•. 12.13. np1 n1. crd.
2859 0 Psal. 106.31. Psalm 106.31. np1 crd.
2860 0 Gen. 15.6. applied by Saint Paul. Rom. 4.3. Gen. 15.6. applied by Saint Paul. Rom. 4.3. np1 crd. vvd p-acp n1 np1. np1 crd.
2867 0 Iud. 3.9.15, &c. & 2.16.18. Iud. 3.9.15, etc. & 2.16.18. np1 crd, av cc crd.
2868 0 Iud. 5.7; & 10.1.3. &c. Iud. 5.7; & 10.1.3. etc. np1 crd; cc crd. av
2869 0 Iud. 3.10. Iud. 3.10. np1 crd.
2871 0 Nescit tarda molimina spiritus Sancti gratia. Ambros. 2. in Luc. 3. Nescit Tard molimina spiritus Sancti Gratia. Ambos 2. in Luke 3. fw-la fw-it fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd p-acp np1 crd
2873 0 §. 16. yet not to be imitated, §. 16. yet not to be imitated, §. crd av xx pc-acp vbi vvn,
2882 0 Esay 8.20. Isaiah 8.20. np1 crd.
2883 0 1 Ioh. 4.1. 1 John 4.1. vvn np1 crd.
2886 0 §. 17. but with limitation §. 17. but with limitation §. crd p-acp p-acp n1
2887 0 Rom. 15.4. Rom. 15.4. np1 crd.
2889 0 1 Cor. 10.11. 1 Cor. 10.11. vvd np1 crd.
2896 0 §. 18. vnto this zeale; §. 18. unto this zeal; §. crd p-acp d n1;
2899 0 Num. 25.11. Num. 25.11. np1 crd.
2901 0 Ibid. 13. Ibid 13. np1 crd
2903 0 Sirac. 45.23. Sirach. 45.23. np1. crd.
2903 1 1 Maccab. 2.54. 1 Maccab 2.54. vvn np1 crd.
2904 0 As. Neh. 1.4. Iob. 2.13. Psal. 137.1. Esay. 47.1.8. As. Neh 1.4. Job 2.13. Psalm 137.1. Isaiah. 47.1.8. c-acp np1 crd. zz crd. np1 crd. np1. crd.
2910 0 Solida mente. Cassiodorus; Constanter. Lyranus; Constantiâ mentis, & audacia operis. Ludolfus hîc. Hee had zeale in the feare of the Lord, and stood vp with good courage of heart. Sitac. 45.23. Solid mente. Cassiodorus; Constanter. Lyranus; Constantiâ mentis, & audacia operis. Ludolfus hîc. He had zeal in the Fear of the Lord, and stood up with good courage of heart. Sitac. 45.23. np1 fw-la. np1; jc. np1; fw-la fw-la, cc fw-it fw-la. np1 fw-la. pns31 vhd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp j n1 pp-f n1. np1. crd.
2911 0 §. 19. Manifested by executing Iudgement §. 19. Manifested by executing Judgement §. crd vvd p-acp vvg n1
2913 0 Maiora populus semper à summo exigit. Senec. in Octau. Act. 2. Marjoram populus semper à Summo exigit. Seneca in Octave. Act. 2. n1 fw-la fw-la fw-fr j fw-fr. np1 p-acp np1. n1 crd
2920 0 Gal. 4.18. Gal. 4.18. np1 crd.
2922 0 3. King. 10.9. 3. King. 10.9. crd n1. crd.
2926 0 2 Chro. 19.6 2 Chro 19.6 crd np1 crd
2927 0 Ierem. 48.10 Jeremiah 48.10 np1 crd
2932 0 §. 20. 1 Personally ; §. 20. 1 Personally; §. crd crd av-j;
2953 0 Eccles. 11.4. Eccles. 11.4. np1 crd.
2960 0 Regium est, cum rectè feceris, audire malè. Regium est, cum rectè feceris, Audire malè. np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvi fw-la.
2961 0 1 Cor. 4.5. 1 Cor. 4.5. vvd np1 crd.
2963 0 §. 21. 2 Speedily ; §. 21. 2 Speedily; §. crd crd av-j;
2963 1 Virgil. Eclog. 9. Virgil. Eclogue 9. np1. np1 crd
2965 0 Qui tardè fecit, diu. noluit. Senec. 1. de benef. 1. Qui tardè fecit, Diu. noluit. Seneca 1. the Beneficence. 1. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la. fw-la. np1 crd dt n1. crd
2967 0 Odit verus amor, nec patitur moras. Senec. in Here. sur. act. 2. Odit verus amor, nec patitur moras. Seneca in Here. sur. act. 2. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp av. fw-fr. n1. crd
3135 0 §. 36. and the Iudge. §. 36. and the Judge. §. crd cc dt n1.
2967 2 Nunc ira, amorque causam junxêre: quid sequetur? Senec. in med. act. 4. Nunc ira, amorque Causam junxêre: quid sequetur? Seneca in med. act. 4. fw-la fw-la, fw-es fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la? np1 p-acp j. n1. crd
2973 0 Saepè causas tantum differunt, quòd litigantibus plus quàm totum au•erunt: quia maior est expensarum sumptus, quàm sententiae fructus. Innocent. Saepè causas Tantum differunt, quòd litigantibus plus quàm totum au•erunt: quia maior est expensarum sumptus, quàm sententiae fructus. Innocent. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. j-jn.
2973 1 Bernard. lib. 1. de consid. Bernard. lib. 1. de Consider. np1. n1. crd zz vvn.
2980 0 Eccles. 8.11. Eccles. 8.11. np1 crd.
2981 0 §. 22. 3. Resolutely. §. 22. 3. Resolutely. §. crd crd av-j.
2982 0 Num. 25.14. Num. 25.14. np1 crd.
2985 0 Num. 25.15. compared with Num. 31.8. Num. 25.15. compared with Num. 31.8. np1 crd. vvn p-acp np1 crd.
2986 0 Amor timere neminem verus potest. Senec. in Med. act. 3. Amor timere neminem verus potest. Seneca in Med. act. 3. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1 n1. crd
2987 0 NONLATINALPHABET, viros virtutis. Exod. 18.21. Iuscum esse facile est, cui vacat pectus metu. Senec. in Oct. act. 2. , viros virtue. Exod 18.21. Iuscum esse facile est, cui vacat pectus metu. Seneca in Oct. act. 2. , fw-la fw-la. np1 crd. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1 n1. crd
2987 1 Prou. 22.13. & 26.13. Prou. 22.13. & 26.13. np1 crd. cc crd.
2995 0 §. 23. Executing of Iudgement §. 23. Executing of Judgement §. crd vvg pp-f n1
2998 0 Num. 25.11. Num. 25.11. np1 crd.
2998 1 Ibid. 13. Ibid 13. np1 crd
3015 0 §. 24. appeased the wrath of God ; §. 24. appeased the wrath of God; §. crd vvd dt n1 pp-f np1;
3016 0 Rom. 13.4. Rom. 13.4. np1 crd.
3018 0 1 Sam. 15.22 1 Sam. 15.22 vvd np1 crd
3019 0 Prou. 21.3. Prou. 21.3. np1 crd.
3022 0 §. 25. and stayed the Plague. §. 25. and stayed the Plague. §. crd cc vvd dt n1.
3024 0 Psal. 35.13. Psalm 35.13. np1 crd.
3035 0 §. 26. Englands Plague. §. 26. Englands Plague. §. crd npg1 n1.
3044 0 Psal. 51.4. Psalm 51.4. np1 crd.
3049 0 Esay 3.15. Isaiah 3.15. np1 crd.
3055 0 §. 27. to be stayed, by adding to our humiliations §. 27. to be stayed, by adding to our humiliations §. crd pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n2
3057 0 Ioel 2. 12.1•. &c. 8. Numb. 25.6. Joel 2. 12.1•. etc. 8. Numb. 25.6. np1 crd. n1. av crd j. crd.
3065 0 Proclamation for a weekly fast, with a forme of diuine Seruice, and other directions; published 1625. Proclamation for a weekly fast, with a Form of divine Service, and other directions; published 1625. n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc j-jn n2; vvn crd
3066 0 §. 28. the Execution of iudgement. §. 28. the Execution of judgement. §. crd dt n1 pp-f n1.
3066 1 Mark. 10.21. Mark. 10.21. n1. crd.
3071 0 2 Sam. 21.1. &c. 2 Sam. 21.1. etc. crd np1 crd. av
3072 0 Ibid. ver. 14. Ibid ver. 14. np1 fw-la. crd
3072 1 Ios. 7.25.26. Ios. 7.25.26. np1 crd.
3072 2 I will not bee with you anymore, except you destroy the accursed from among you. vers. 12. I will not be with you anymore, except you destroy the accursed from among you. vers. 12. pns11 vmb xx vbi p-acp pn22 av, c-acp pn22 vvb dt j-vvn p-acp p-acp pn22. fw-la. crd
3073 0 Num. 25.3.4 Num. 25.3.4 np1 crd
3077 0 Num. 35.33. Num. 35.33. np1 crd.
3078 0 §. 29. A generall Exhortation thereunto. §. 29. A general Exhortation thereunto. §. crd dt j n1 av.
3080 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Lysias apud. Stob. Serm. 44. . Lysias apud. Stob. Sermon 44. . np1 fw-la. np1 np1 crd
3083 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Lysias apud. Stob. Serm. 44. . Lysias apud. Stob. Sermon 44. . np1 fw-la. np1 np1 crd
3086 0 §. 30. With particular applications to §. 30. With particular applications to §. crd p-acp j n2 p-acp
3092 0 Exod. 23.1 — 3. Exod 23.1 — 3. np1 crd — crd
3097 0 §. 31. the Accuser ; §. 31. the Accuser; §. crd dt n1;
3102 0 §. 32. the Witnesse; §. 32. the Witness; §. crd dt n1;
3103 0 See Cic. pro Flacco: although Turneb. 13. aduers. 14. interpret the prouerbe otherwise; Graecâ fide, •d est, optimâ. See Cic Pro Flaccus: although Turnebus. 13. aduers. 14. interpret the proverb otherwise; Graecâ fide, •d est, optimâ. vvb np1 fw-la n1: cs n1. crd j. crd vvb dt n1 av; fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la.
3103 1 quibus iusiurandum jocus est, testimonium ludus: laus, merces, gratia, gratulatio proposita est — Cic. pro Flacc. — quibus iusiurandum jocus est, testimonium ludus: laus, merces, Gratia, gratulatio proposita est — Cic Pro Flacc. — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la: fw-la, n2, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la — np1 fw-la np1.
3106 0 NONLATINALPHABET. dictum solemne Graecorum. . dictum solemn Graecorum. . fw-la j fw-la.
3109 0 Prou. 19.5. & 9. Prou. 19.5. & 9. np1 crd. cc crd
3110 0 §. 33. the Iurer ; §. 33. the Juror; §. crd dt n1;
3110 1 deinde praetores vrbani, qui jura•i debent optimum quemque in selectos judices referre. Cic. pro Cluent. Vnum ex selectis judicibus obijciebat. Horat. 1. Serm. sat. 4. — Deinde praetores vrbani, qui jura•i debent optimum quemque in selectos Judges refer. Cic Pro Cluent. One ex selectis judicibus obijciebat. Horatio 1. Sermon sat. 4. — n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la n2 vvi. np1 fw-la j. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd np1 vvd. crd
3119 0 §. 34 the Pleader ; §. 34 the Pleader; §. crd dt n1;
3123 0 NONLATINALPHABET. A. Gell. 5. Noct. Att. 3. . A. Gell. 5. Night At 3. . np1 np1 crd np1 np1 crd
3124 0 Vir bonus dicendi peritut. Cicero. Vir bonus dicendi peritut. Cicero. fw-la fw-la fw-la uh. np1.
3127 0 §. 35. the Officer ; §. 35. the Officer; §. crd dt n1;
4007 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
3151 0 Ierem. 1.10. Jeremiah 1.10. np1 crd.
3158 0 At Grantham Linc. 3. Octob. 1620. At Grantham Link 3. October 1620. p-acp np1 np1 crd np1 crd
3160 0 §. 1. The Coherence, §. 1. The Coherence, §. crd dt n1,
3164 0 Sic reus ille fere est, de quo victoria lucre Esse potest. Ouid. de nuc•. Sic Rhesus Isle fere est, de quo victoria lucre Esse potest. Ovid de nuc•. fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-fr n1.
3165 0 vers. 4. hîc. vers. 4. hîc. fw-la. crd fw-la.
3165 1 vers. 7. vers. 7. fw-la. crd
3165 2 vers. 11. vers. 11. fw-la. crd
3165 3 vers. 13. vers. 13. fw-la. crd
3165 4 vers. 13. vers. 13. fw-la. crd
3167 0 Iuven. Satyr. 13. Juvenal. Satyr. 13. n1. n1. crd
3170 0 §. 2. Argument, §. 2. Argument, §. crd n1,
3181 0 Hab. 1.13. Hab. 1.13. np1 crd.
3181 1 Psal. 51.6. Psalm 51.6. np1 crd.
3185 0 Tit. 1.2. Tit. 1.2. np1 crd.
3186 0 Iames 1.17. James 1.17. np1 crd.
3189 0 4. Kin. 10.10. 4. Kin. 10.10. crd n1. crd.
3190 0 1. Pet. 1.17. 1. Pet. 1.17. crd np1 crd.
3190 1 Exod. 34.7. Exod 34.7. np1 crd.
3191 0 §. 3 and Diuision of the Text. §. 3 and Division of the Text. §. crd cc n1 pp-f dt np1
3198 0 Psal ▪ 145.17. Psalm ▪ 145.17. np1 ▪ crd.
3201 0 Psal, 51.4. Psalm, 51.4. np1, crd.
3209 0 §. 4. Ahabs person considered ; §. 4. Ahabs person considered; §. crd npg1 n1 vvn;
3212 0 3. King. 16.30 3. King. 16.30 crd n1. crd
3213 0 Ibid. 33. Ibid 33. np1 crd
3215 0 vers. 25. hîc. vers. 25. hîc. fw-la. crd fw-la.
3218 0 §. 5. and his carriage; with the Obseruations thence. §. 5. and his carriage; with the Observations thence. §. crd cc po31 n1; p-acp dt n2 av.
3221 0 vers. 20. — 24. hîc. vers. 20. — 24. hîc. fw-la. crd — crd fw-la.
3233 0 §. 6. Obseru. 1. How far an Hypocrite may goe in the performance of holy duties. §. 6. Observation. 1. How Far an Hypocrite may go in the performance of holy duties. §. crd np1. crd c-crq av-j dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2.
3236 0 2 Mim. 3.5. 2 Mim. 3.5. crd np1. crd.
3240 0 2 Tit. 2.14. 2 Tit. 2.14. crd np1 crd.
3247 0 §. 7. with the application, §. 7. with the application, §. crd p-acp dt n1,
3248 0 Matth. 13.5. Matthew 13.5. np1 crd.
3249 0 Luk. 8.6. Luk. 8.6. np1 crd.
3251 0 Math. 13.20. Mark. 4.16. Math. 13.20. Mark. 4.16. np1 crd. n1. crd.
3251 1 Math. 13.21. & Mark. 4.17. Math. 13.21. & Mark. 4.17. np1 crd. cc vvb. crd.
3254 0 Heb. 6.4.5. Hebrew 6.4.5. np1 crd.
3268 0 §. 8. and proofe thereof. §. 8. and proof thereof. §. crd cc n1 av.
3268 1 1 Sam. 28.9. 1 Sam. 28.9. vvn np1 crd.
3269 0 4. King. 10.16.28. 4. King. 10.16.28. crd n1. crd.
3269 1 Mark. 6.20. Mark. 6.20. vvi. crd.
3278 0 Exod. 14.4. Exod 14.4. np1 crd.
3279 0 Rom. 1.16. Rom. 1.16. np1 crd.
3283 0 See Eccle. 9.1 See Eccle. 9.1 vvb np1 crd
3285 0 Iere. 11.20. & 17.10. Jeremiah 11.20. & 17.10. np1 crd. cc crd.
3287 0 §. 9. Inferences thence ; 1. of terrour against prophanenesse. §. 9. Inferences thence; 1. of terror against profaneness. §. crd n2 av; crd pp-f n1 p-acp n1.
3288 0 2 Tim. 3.5. 2 Tim. 3.5. crd np1 crd.
3288 1 Psalm. 1.1. Psalm. 1.1. np1. crd.
3290 0 Mark. 6.20. Mark. 6.20. n1. crd.
3290 1 Math. 13.20. Math. 13.20. np1 crd.
3291 0 Math. 24.51. Math. 24.51. np1 crd.
3294 0 §. 10. 2. of exhortation to abound in the fruites of godlinesse ; §. 10. 2. of exhortation to abound in the fruits of godliness; §. crd crd pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1;
3294 1 Rom. 8.23. Rom. 8.23. np1 crd.
3294 2 Gal. 5.22. Gal. 5.22. np1 crd.
3296 0 Math, 5.16. Math, 5.16. np1, crd.
3303 0 Math. 11.19. Math. 11.19. np1 crd.
3306 0 §. 11. 3. of Admonition, to forbear iudging. §. 11. 3. of Admonition, to forbear judging. §. crd crd pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi vvg.
3322 0 1. Cor. 13.7. 1. Cor. 13.7. crd np1 crd.
3322 1 Iude 23. Iude 23. np1 crd
3324 0 2. Thes. 2.3. 2. Thebes 2.3. crd np1 crd.
3329 0 §. 12 4. of directiō; for the tryall of sincerity: §. 12 4. of direction; for the trial of sincerity: §. crd crd pp-f n1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
3337 0 Mat. 5.20. Mathew 5.20. np1 crd.
3348 0 §. 13. by the markes ; 1. of Integritie. §. 13. by the marks; 1. of Integrity. §. crd p-acp dt n2; crd pp-f n1.
3355 0 Mar. 6.20.17.27. Mar. 6.20.17.27. np1 crd.
3356 0 Luk. 13.32. Luk. 13.32. np1 crd.
3357 0 Mat. 19.17.20. Mathew 19.17.20. np1 crd.
3358 0 Ibid. vers. 21. Ibid vers. 21. np1 fw-la. crd
3359 0 Ibid. 22. Ibid 22. np1 crd
3366 0 Mat. 23.23. Mathew 23.23. np1 crd.
3366 1 Ibid. 24. Ibid 24. np1 crd
3372 0 Op. imperfect. in Mat. hom. 45. Op. imperfect. in Mathew hom. 45. np1 j. p-acp np1 av-an. crd
3375 0 Psal. 119.6. Psalm 119.6. np1 crd.
3375 1 §. 14. 2. of Constancy. §. 14. 2. of Constancy. §. crd crd pp-f n1.
3377 0 Mat. 13.5.6. Mathew 13.5.6. np1 crd.
3381 0 Persius. Persius. np1.
3384 0 Qualitatis verae tenor permanet: falsa non durant. Senec. Epist. 120. Qualitatis Verae tenor permanent: Falsa non durant. Seneca Epistle 120. fw-la fw-la n1 j: fw-la fw-fr fw-mi. np1 np1 crd
3392 0 3 King. 22 ▪ 27. 3 King. 22 ▪ 27. crd n1. crd ▪ crd
3395 0 In Categ. cap. de qualit. In Catg. cap. de qualit. p-acp np1. n1. fw-la fw-la.
3408 0 §. 15. both ioyned together for Tryall. §. 15. both joined together for Trial. §. crd av-d vvn av p-acp n1.
3438 0 §. 16. The opening of the second Obseruation, §. 16. The opening of the second Observation, §. crd dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1,
3449 0 §. 17. Obseru. 2. the Power of Gods word. §. 17. Observation. 2. the Power of God's word. §. crd np1. crd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1.
3449 1 2 Cor. 10.4 ▪ 5. 2 Cor. 10.4 ▪ 5. crd np1 crd ▪ crd
3452 0 Heb. 4.12. Hebrew 4.12. np1 crd.
3452 1 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
3454 0 Ier. 23.29. Jeremiah 23.29. np1 crd.
3457 0 1. Sam. 15.24. 1. Sam. 15.24. crd np1 crd.
3457 1 Ion. 3.5. Ion. 3.5. np1 crd.
3458 0 Act. 24.25. Act. 24.25. n1 crd.
3461 0 §. 18. with the Causes thereof. •. in the Instrument; §. 18. with the Causes thereof. •. in the Instrument; §. crd p-acp dt n2 av. •. p-acp dt n1;
3467 0 2 Cor. 4.7. 2 Cor. 4.7. crd np1 crd.
3471 0 Psal. 29.4.5. Psalm 29.4.5. np1 crd.
3474 0 §. 19. 2. in the Obiect ; §. 19. 2. in the Object; §. crd crd p-acp dt n1;
3481 0 Luk. 16.24. Luk. 16.24. np1 crd.
3482 0 Gen. 25.30.31. Gen. 25.30.31. np1 crd.
3487 0 §. 20. 3. in the fit application of the one to the other. §. 20. 3. in the fit application of the one to the other. §. crd crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt crd p-acp dt n-jn.
3493 0 Vers. 20. hi•. Vers. 20. hi•. np1 crd n1.
3494 0 Vers. 19. Vers. 19. np1 crd
3494 1 Vers. 21, &c. Vers. 21, etc. np1 crd, av
3498 0 Act. 24.25. Act. 24.25. n1 crd.
3505 0 Act. 24.2. &c. Act. 24.2. etc. n1 crd. av
3507 0 Tacit. Hist. lib. 5. Tacit. Hist. lib. 5. np1 np1 n1. crd
3510 0 §. 21. An inference against those thus despise the Word. §. 21. an Inference against those thus despise the Word. §. crd dt n1 p-acp d av vvb dt n1.
3512 0 2. Cor. 4.7. 2. Cor. 4.7. crd np1 crd.
3513 0 Ephes. 6.17. Ephesians 6.17. np1 crd.
3525 0 §. 22. The successe of Ahabs humiliation ; §. 22. The success of Ahabs humiliation; §. crd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1;
3529 0 Osee. 6.6. Hosea 6.6. np1 crd.
3530 0 Esay 1.9. — 15. Isaiah 1.9. — 15. np1 crd. — crd
3531 0 Psal. 35.13. Psalm 35.13. np1 crd.
3531 1 Esay. 58.5. Isaiah. 58.5. np1. crd.
3532 0 Pro. 15.8. Pro 15.8. np1 crd.
3537 0 §. 23. and how it may consist with the holinesse of God. §. 23. and how it may consist with the holiness of God. §. crd cc c-crq pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
3546 0 §. 24 Obseru. 3. concerning the reward of common graces. §. 24 Observation. 3. Concerning the reward of Common graces. §. crd np1. crd vvg dt n1 pp-f j n2.
3548 0 Quibus non erat Deus daturas vita naeternam, — si neque hanc eis terrenam gloriam concederet, non redderetur merces bonis ar tibus corum, id est, virtutibus, quibus — Augustin. 5. de Ciuit. 15. Quibus non erat Deus daturas vita naeternam, — si neque hanc eis Terrenam gloriam concederet, non redderetur merces bonis Are tibus corum, id est, virtutibus, quibus — Augustin. 5. de Civil 15. fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la vvz fw-la vbr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la — np1. crd fw-fr np1 crd
3549 0 Math. 6.25.16. Math. 6.25.16. np1 crd.
3553 0 intelligimus — etiam Ethnicos, si quid boni fecerint, non absque mercede, Dei judici• praeterriri. Hieron. in Ezek. 29. God euen among the Hea•hen, ha•h often rewarded morall honesty with outward happinesse. W. Ral. hist of World, lib. 2. cap. 8. §. 3. intelligimus — etiam Ethnics, si quid boni fecerint, non absque mercede, Dei judici• praeterriri. Hieron. in Ezekiel 29. God even among the Hea•hen, ha•h often rewarded moral honesty with outward happiness. W. Rat hist of World, lib. 2. cap. 8. §. 3. fw-la — fw-la np1, fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la vvi, fw-la n1 fw-la. np1. p-acp np1 crd np1 av p-acp dt av, vvb av vvn j n1 p-acp j n1. np1 np1 uh pp-f n1, n1. crd n1. crd §. crd
3558 0 4 Kin. 10.30. 4 Kin. 10.30. crd n1. crd.
3558 1 Ion. 3.10. Ion. 3.10. np1 crd.
3564 0 Ezek. 29.18, 19.20 ▪ Ezekiel 29.18, 19.20 ▪ np1 crd, crd ▪
3575 0 §. 25. with sundry Reasons therof ; §. 25. with sundry Reasons thereof; §. crd p-acp j n2 av;
3590 0 §. 26. And inferences thence ; §. 26. And inferences thence; §. crd cc n2 av;
3614 0 §. 27. especially for Comfort to the Godly. 1. against the prosperitie of the wicked ; §. 27. especially for Comfort to the Godly. 1. against the Prosperity of the wicked; §. crd av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt j. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j;
3616 0 Psal. 37. & 73 Psalm 37. & 73 np1 crd cc crd
3616 1 Iob 21.7. &c. Job 21.7. etc. np1 crd. av
3616 2 Ier. 12.1. &c. Jeremiah 12.1. etc. np1 crd. av
3621 0 Psal. 37.1. Psalm 37.1. np1 crd.
3626 0 Iob 8.13. Job 8.13. np1 crd.
3626 1 Psal. 37.38. Psalm 37.38. np1 crd.
3627 0 §. 28. 2. against temporall afflictions; §. 28. 2. against temporal afflictions; §. crd crd p-acp j n2;
3633 0 Luk. 16.25. Luk. 16.25. np1 crd.
3639 0 §. 29. 3. against doubtings of their eternall reward. §. 29. 3. against doubtings of their Eternal reward. §. crd crd p-acp n2 pp-f po32 j n1.
3641 0 Quid dabit eis quos praedistinauit ad vitam, qui haec dedit etiam eis, quos praedestinauit ad mortem? Aug. 22. de Ciuit. 24. Quid Dabit eis quos praedistinauit ad vitam, qui haec dedit etiam eis, quos praedestinauit ad mortem? Aug. 22. de Civil 24. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? np1 crd fw-fr np1 crd
3643 0 Luke 15.17. Luke 15.17. np1 crd.
3646 0 Gen. 25.5.6. Gen. 25.5.6. np1 crd.
3647 0 Gal. 4. 28-3• ▪ Gal. 4. 28-3• ▪ np1 crd. j ▪
3649 0 Gal. 4.29. Gal. 4.29. np1 crd.
3649 1 Gal. 3.29. Gal. 3.29. np1 crd.
3649 2 1. Cor. 3.21. 1. Cor. 3.21. crd np1 crd.
3649 3 Heb. 1.2. Hebrew 1.2. np1 crd.
3650 0 Rom. 8.32. Rom. 8.32. np1 crd.
3651 0 1. Cor. 15.28. 1. Cor. 15.28. crd np1 crd.
3651 1 Psal. 16.11. Psalm 16.11. np1 crd.
3656 0 Grantham Linc. 27. Febr. 1620. Grantham Link 27. February 1620. np1 np1 crd np1 crd
3657 0 §. 1. A repetition of three former Obseruations. §. 1. A repetition of three former Observations. §. crd dt n1 pp-f crd j n2.
3668 0 § 2. The opening of. § 2. The opening of. § crd dt n-vvg pp-f.
3669 0 Vers. 21. &c. hîc. Vers. 21. etc. hîc. np1 crd av fw-la.
3675 0 Eph. 2.4. Ephesians 2.4. np1 crd.
3675 1 Deus miserationum. Nebem 9.31. Deus miserationum. Nebem 9.31. fw-la fw-la. fw-la crd.
3675 2 2 Cor. 1.3. 2 Cor. 1.3. crd np1 crd.
3681 0 §. 3. Obseru. 4. Concerning Gods forbearing of threatned iudgements, §. 3. Observation. 4. Concerning God's forbearing of threatened Judgments, §. crd np1. crd vvg npg1 n-vvg pp-f j-vvn n2,
3682 0 Chrysost. in Gen. hom. 25. & ahbi saepè. Chrysostom in Gen. hom. 25. & ahbi saepè. np1 p-acp np1 av-an. crd cc fw-la fw-la.
3684 0 Ion. 3.10. Ion. 3.10. np1 crd.
3686 0 Gen. 20.3.7. Gen. 20.3.7. np1 crd.
3688 0 Esay. 38. 1-5. Isaiah. 38. 1-5. np1. crd. j.
3690 0 Ion. 3.4 — 10. Ion. 3.4 — 10. np1 crd — crd
3695 0 §. 4. with the proofe; §. 4. with the proof; §. crd p-acp dt n1;
3705 0 §. 5. and Reasons thereof: 1. from Gods pronenesse to mercy ; §. 5. and Reasons thereof: 1. from God's proneness to mercy; §. crd cc n2 av: crd p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp n1;
3709 0 Esay 28.21. Isaiah 28.21. np1 crd.
3710 0 Ezek. 33.11. Ezekiel 33.11. np1 crd.
3712 0 Osee. 6.4. Hosea 6.4. np1 crd.
3713 0 Ezek. 18.31. & 33.11. Ezekiel 18.31. & 33.11. np1 crd. cc crd.
3713 1 Ierem. 5.1. Jeremiah 5.1. np1 crd.
3715 0 Esay. 1.24. Isaiah. 1.24. np1. crd.
3717 0 Math. 23.37. Math. 23.37. np1 crd.
3717 1 Osee. 11.8. Hosea 11.8. np1 crd.
3718 0 Psal. 103.8. Psalm 103.8. np1 crd.
3718 1 Ouid, 1. de Pont. 3. Ovid, 1. de Pont. 3. np1, crd fw-fr np1. crd
3722 0 §. 6. 2. from the end of his threatnings. §. 6. 2. from the end of his threatenings. §. crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2-vvg.
3726 0 Chrysost. in Gen. hom. 25. Chrysostom in Gen. hom. 25. np1 p-acp np1 av-an. crd
3729 0 See Dionys. Halicarn. lib. 2. Antiquit. Liu. 1. Decad. 1. Cic. 1 de offic. See Dionys Halicarn. lib. 2. Antiquity Liu 1. Decad. 1. Cic 1 the office. vvb np1 np1. n1. crd np1 np1 crd np1 crd np1 vvd dt n1.
3735 0 Numb. 2•. 8. Numb. 2•. 8. j. n1. crd.
3736 0 2 Sam. 6.7. 2 Sam. 6.7. crd np1 crd.
3736 1 Act. 5.5.10. Act. 5.5.10. n1 crd.
3739 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrysost. in Gen. hom. 25. . Chrysostom in Gen. hom. 25. . np1 p-acp np1 av-an. crd
3740 0 §. 17. How all this may stand with Gods truth. §. 17. How all this may stand with God's truth. §. crd q-crq d d vmb vvi p-acp ng1 n1.
3745 0 Gen. 6.6. Psal. 95.10. Gen. 6.6. Psalm 95.10. np1 crd. np1 crd.
3745 1 Gen. 6.6. 1. Sam. 15.11. Ierem. 18.8. Amos. 7.3.6. Ion 3.10. Gen. 6.6. 1. Sam. 15.11. Jeremiah 18.8. Amos. 7.3.6. Ion 3.10. np1 crd. crd np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd.
3749 0 Num. 2•. 19. 1 Sam. 15.29. Num. 2•. 19. 1 Sam. 15.29. np1 n1. crd. crd np1 crd.
3751 0 2 Cor. 1.19.20. 2 Cor. 1.19.20. crd np1 crd.
3752 0 Heb. 13.8. Hebrew 13.8. np1 crd.
3752 1 Matth. 24.35. Matthew 24.35. np1 crd.
3753 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Math. 5.18. . Math. 5.18. . np1 crd.
3753 1 Psal. 102.26.27. Psalm 102.26.27. np1 crd.
3757 0 Mal. 3.6. Malachi 3.6. np1 crd.
3758 0 §. 8. how God is sayd to repent, &c. §. 8. how God is said to Repent, etc. §. crd c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, av
3759 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrysost. in Gen. hom. 3. So also ibid. hom. 15. & 26. & 60. & in Psal. 6. & passim. . Chrysostom in Gen. hom. 3. So also Ibid. hom. 15. & 26. & 60. & in Psalm 6. & passim. . np1 p-acp np1 av-an. crd av av fw-la. uh. crd cc crd cc crd cc p-acp np1 crd cc n1.
3760 0 Pro captu nostro, non pro suo statu. Bernard. lib, 5. de Consid. ad Eugen. Pro captu nostro, non Pro Sue Statu. Bernard. lib, 5. de Consider ad Eugen fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. n1, crd fw-fr np1 fw-la np1
3760 1 NONLATINALPHABET Chrys. in Psal. 8. Chrys. in Psalm 8. np1 p-acp np1 crd
3761 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrysost. in Psalm. 6. . Chrysostom in Psalm. 6. . np1 p-acp np1. crd
3763 0 Nunquam primi consilij Deos poenitet. Seneo. 6. de benef. 23. Never Primi consilij Gods poenitet. Seneo. 6. the Beneficence. 23. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. crd dt n1. crd
3764 0 Quod dicit (Poenilentiam agam) intelligigitur metaphoricè dictum: nam homines, quando non implent quod comminati sunt, poenitere videntur. Aquin. 1. qu. 19.7. ad. 2. Quod dicit (Poenilentiam Agam) intelligigitur metaphoricè dictum: nam homines, quando non implent quod comminati sunt, poenitere videntur. Aquinas 1. queen. 19.7. ad. 2. fw-la fw-la (fw-la n1) fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-fr fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-mi fw-la. np1 crd n1. crd. fw-la. crd
3766 0 §. 9. the doubt resolued, §. 9. the doubt resolved, §. crd dt n1 vvd,
3772 0 Vorst. de Deo. Vorst. de God vvn. fw-fr np1
3776 0 Aquin. 1. qu. 19.7. Aquinas 1. queen. 19.7. np1 crd n1. crd.
4013 0 §. 23. and vses therof: the first ; §. 23. and uses thereof: the First; §. crd cc n2 av: dt ord;
3777 0 Cùm exteriùs mutari videtur sententia, consilium non mutatur quia de vnaquaque re immutabiliter intùs constituitur, quicquid foris mutabiliter agitur. Gregor. in Moral. Cùm exteriùs mutari videtur sententia, consilium non mutatur quia de vnaquaque re immutabiliter intùs constituitur, quicquid Foris mutabiliter agitur. Gregory. in Moral. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. p-acp j.
3780 0 §. 10. by vnderstanding euer a clause of exception, §. 10. by understanding ever a clause of exception, §. crd p-acp vvg av dt n1 pp-f n1,
3785 0 Ier. 18.7.8. See Chrysost. hom. 5. ad pop. Antioch. fuse & pulchrè. Jeremiah 18.7.8. See Chrysostom hom. 5. and pop. Antioch. fuse & pulchrè. np1 crd. vvb np1 av-an. crd cc vvi. np1. n1 cc fw-la.
3789 0 §. 11. though sometimes not expressed: because it is needlesse §. 11. though sometime not expressed: Because it is needless ▪ §. crd cs av xx vvn: c-acp pn31 vbz j ▪
3795 0 Iam•s 4.15. Iam•s 4.15. vbds crd.
3808 0 Ion. 3.9. Ion. 3.9. np1 crd.
3810 0 §. 12. 2. bootlesse. §. 12. 2. bootless. §. crd crd j.
3815 0 Psal. 85.10. Psalm 85.10. np1 crd.
3816 0 Deus perseuerauit in proposito suo, misereri volens ab initio. Hieronym. in Ion. 3. Deus perseuerauit in Purpose Sue, misereri volens ab initio. Jerome. in Ion. 3. fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1. p-acp np1 crd
3820 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrys. hom. 5. ad pop. Antioch. . Chrys. hom. 5. and pop. Antioch. . np1 uh. crd cc vvi. np1.
3826 0 §. 13. The Inferences. §. 13. The Inferences. §. crd dt n2.
3830 0 §. 14. 1. of Comfort, to the distressed ; §. 14. 1. of Comfort, to the distressed; §. crd crd pp-f n1, p-acp dt j-vvn;
3830 1 Esay. 61.3. Isaiah. 61.3. np1. crd.
3836 0 1 Sam. 20.20.21. 1 Sam. 20.20.21. vvn np1 crd.
3838 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrysost. in Gen. hom. 25. Nemo punire desiderans, quod facturus est comminatur. Hieronym. in Ion. 3. . Chrysostom in Gen. hom. 25. Nemo Punire desiderans, quod Facturus est comminatur. Jerome. in Ion. 3. . np1 p-acp np1 av-an. crd np1 n1 n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1. p-acp np1 crd
3846 0 Heb. 12.9. Hebrew 12.9. np1 crd.
3853 0 §. 15. 2. of Terrour, to the secure. §. 15. 2. of Terror, to the secure. §. crd crd pp-f n1, p-acp dt j.
3853 1 Deut. 29.18.19. Deuteronomy 29.18.19. np1 crd.
3855 0 Math. 7.19. Math. 7.19. np1 crd.
3867 0 Esay. 55.11. Isaiah. 55.11. np1. crd.
3871 0 Deut. 29.19. Deuteronomy 29.19. np1 crd.
3873 0 Rom. 2.4. Rom. 2.4. np1 crd.
3874 0 2 Pet. 3.3.4. 2 Pet. 3.3.4. crd np1 crd.
3877 0 Deut. 29.20. Deuteronomy 29.20. np1 crd.
3880 0 Rom. 2.5. Rom. 2.5. np1 crd.
3882 0 2 Pet. 2.3. 2 Pet. 2.3. crd np1 crd.
3884 0 Psal. 145.8. Psalm 145.8. np1 crd.
3885 0 Furor sit laese saepius patientia. furor fit laese Saepius patientia. np1-n vvb n1 fw-la fw-la.
3891 0 §. 16. 3. of instruction, to All. §. 16. 3. of instruction, to All. §. crd crd pp-f n1, p-acp d
3892 0 Auson. Epigr. 10. Ausonius. Epigram 10. np1. np1 crd
3915 0 §. 17. The Promises of God how to be vnderstood ; §. 17. The Promises of God how to be understood; §. crd dt vvz pp-f np1 c-crq pc-acp vbi vvn;
3921 0 Tit. 1.2. Tit. 1.2. np1 crd.
3922 0 2 Cor. 1.20. 2 Cor. 1.20. crd np1 crd.
3923 0 Heb. 6.18. Hebrew 6.18. np1 crd.
3933 0 §. 18. and entertained. §. 18. and entertained. §. crd cc vvn.
3939 0 Luk. 10.28. Luk. 10.28. np1 crd.
3946 0 Math. 6.6. Math. 6.6. np1 crd.
3948 0 2. Pet. 2.22. 2. Pet. 2.22. crd np1 crd.
3949 0 Math. 6.6. Math. 6.6. np1 crd.
3949 1 2 Pet. 2.2. 2 Pet. 2.2. crd np1 crd.
3950 0 Math. 15.26. Math. 15.26. np1 crd.
3950 1 Reu. 22.11. Reu. 22.11. np1 crd.
3954 0 Heb. 4.1. Hebrew 4.1. np1 crd.
3955 0 §. 19. The opening of the §. 19. The opening of the §. crd dt n-vvg pp-f dt
3964 0 4 King, 10.10. 4 King, 10.10. crd n1, crd.
3973 0 § 20. 5. Obseruation: that though it be some griefe to foresee the euils to come ; § 20. 5. Observation: that though it be Some grief to foresee the evils to come; § crd crd n1: cst cs pn31 vbb d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2-jn pc-acp vvi;
3976 0 Herodot in Polyh; Valer. Max. 9.13, Herodotus in Pole; Valer Max. 9.13, np1 p-acp np1; np1 np1 crd,
3983 0 Luk. 19.41. Luk. 19.41. np1 crd.
3984 0 §. 21. yet it is some happinesse, to be taken away before they come. §. 21. yet it is Some happiness, to be taken away before they come. §. crd av pn31 vbz d n1, pc-acp vbi vvn av c-acp pns32 vvb.
3988 0 Gen. 15.13. — 15. Gen. 15.13. — 15. np1 crd. — crd
3992 0 Esay. 39. 6.-8 Isaiah. 39. 6.-8 np1. crd. j
3995 0 4. King. 2.16 — 20. 4. King. 2.16 — 20. crd n1. crd — crd
3999 0 §. 22. with the Reason ; §. 22. with the Reason; §. crd p-acp dt n1;
4001 0 Dio. lib. 57. Dio. lib. 57. np1 n1. crd
4001 1 Illa vox scelerata atque in humana — Cic. 3. de finib. Vox magna et detestabilis. Senec. 2. de Clement. 2. Illa vox scelerata atque in Humana — Cic 3. the Finish. Vox Magna et detestabilis. Seneca 2. the Clement. 2. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la — np1 crd dt n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd dt j. crd
4001 2 Everso juvat orbe mori. Dictum R•ffini apud Claudian. Everso Juvat orbe Mori. Dictum R•ffini apud Claudian. fw-it fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la np1 fw-la np1.
4002 0 Nero. apud Sueton. in Nerone, cap. 38. Nero. apud Suetonius in Nero, cap. 38. np1. fw-la np1 p-acp np1, n1. crd
4003 0 Arist. 1. Ethic. 11. Arist. 1. Ethic. 11. np1 crd np1 crd
4006 0 Terent. Andr. 4.1. Terent Andrew 4.1. np1 np1 crd.
4018 0 Gen. 19.16.17. Gen. 19.16.17. np1 crd.
4023 0 non mehercule quenquam audio hoc anno ereptum, qui mibi non a l•iis immort. ereptus ex his miseriis, & ex iniquissimâ conditione vitae videretur. Cic. 5. epist. 16. Fuit hoc luctuosum suis, acerbum patriae, graue bonis omnibus: sed ii tamen Remp. casus secuti sunt, vt mihi non erepta L. Crasso à Diis Imm. vita, sed donata mors esse videretur. Non vidit flagrantem &c. Id. 3. de Orat. Fortunatus illius [ Hortensii ] exitus, qui ea non vidit cum fierent, quae praeuidit futura — sed illum videtur felicitas ipsius, quâ semper est vsus, ab eis miserijs quae consecutae sunt, morte vindicasse. Id in Bruto. non mehercule quenquam audio hoc Anno ereptum, qui mibi non a l•iis Immort. Ereptus ex his miseriis, & ex iniquissimâ condition vitae videretur. Cic 5. Epistle. 16. Fuit hoc luctuosum suis, acerbum patriae, graven bonis omnibus: sed ii tamen Remp. casus secuti sunt, vt mihi non erepta L. Crasso à Dis Immortal vita, sed donata mors esse videretur. Non vidit flagrantem etc. Id. 3. de Orat Fortunatus Illius [ Hortensii ] exitus, qui ea non vidit cum fierent, Quae praeuidit futura — sed Ilum videtur Felicity Himself, quâ semper est vsus, ab eis miserijs Quae consecutae sunt, morte vindicasse. Id in Bruto. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-fr fw-la j. fw-la fw-la png31 fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1 crd vvn. crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la: zz crd fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 np1 fw-fr np1 np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la av np1 crd fw-fr np1 np1 fw-la [ np1 ] fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. fw-la p-acp fw-la.
4025 0 §. 24. the second ; §. 24. the second; §. crd dt ord;
4027 0 Esay 57.1. Isaiah 57.1. np1 crd.
4029 0 Gen. 19.16. Gen. 19.16. np1 crd.
4032 0 Periturae vrbis, aut malorum imminentium, vel futurae labis, hoc primum indicium est; si decidāt viri consultores — Ambros de Cain. & Abel c. 3. Periturae Urbis, Or malorum imminentium, vel futurae labis, hoc primum indicium est; si decidant viri consultores — Ambos de Cain. & Abel c. 3. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; zz j fw-la fw-la — np1 fw-mi np1. cc np1 sy. crd
4034 0 §. 25. the third. §. 25. the third. §. crd dt ord.
4039 0 Gen. 19 9. Gen. 19 9. np1 crd crd
4043 0 Psal. 50.21. Psalm 50.21. np1 crd.
4046 0 Luke 12.13. Luke 12.13. zz crd.
4047 0 Reu. 3.4. Reu. 3.4. np1 crd.
4048 0 Ezek 9.4. Ezekiel 9.4. np1 crd.
4051 0 4. King. 3.14. 4. King. 3.14. crd n1. crd.
4052 0 Psal. 106.23. Psalm 106.23. np1 crd.
4055 0 Esay 14.23. Isaiah 14.23. np1 crd.
4056 0 Iob 22.30. Job 22.30. np1 crd.
4059 0 Gen. 18.32. Gen. 18.32. np1 crd.
4061 0 Ier. 5.1. Jeremiah 5.1. np1 crd.
4068 0 Luke 19.42 Luke 19.42 np1 crd
4074 0 Psal. 50.22. Psalm 50.22. np1 crd.
4076 0 §. 26. the Conclusion, §. 26. the Conclusion, §. crd dt n1,
4080 0 At Grantham Linc. 19. Iun. 1621. At Grantham Link 19. June 1621. p-acp np1 np1 crd np1 crd
4082 0 §. 1. The doubts proposed. §. 1. The doubts proposed. §. crd dt n2 vvn.
4089 0 4 King. 3.2. 4 King. 3.2. crd n1. crd.
4089 1 Quisquam est hominum, qui fuisse illum [ Iouem ] Deum credat, tàm iniustū, tam impium, nec mortulium saltem constituta seruantem; apud quos nefas haberetur magnum, alterum pro altero plect• & aliena delicta aliorum ceruicibus vindicari ? Arnob. contr. Gent. lib. 7. Quisquam est hominum, qui Fuisse Ilum [ Jupiter ] God Credat, tàm iniustū, tam Impious, nec mortulium Saltem Constituted seruantem; apud quos nefas haberetur magnum, alterum Pro altero plect• & Aliena Delicta Aliorum ceruicibus vindicari? Arnob Contr. Gent. lib. 7. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la [ fw-la ] fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? np1 n1. n1 n1. crd
4090 0 §. 2. for resolution whereof §. 2. for resolution whereof §. crd p-acp n1 c-crq
4096 0 §. 3. the first Certaintie. §. 3. the First Certainty. §. crd dt ord n1.
4097 0 Rom. 3.5.6. Rom. 3.5.6. np1 crd.
4098 0 Gen. 18.25. Gen. 18.25. np1 crd.
4108 0 Psal. 36.6. Psalm 36.6. np1 crd.
4111 0 Esay. 55.8.9. Isaiah. 55.8.9. np1. crd.
4112 0 Psal. 145.17. Psalm 145.17. np1 crd.
4113 0 Ioh. 4.11. John 4.11. np1 crd.
4115 0 §. 4. The second Certainty; concerning temporall, §. 4. The second Certainty; Concerning temporal, §. crd dt ord n1; vvg j,
4118 0 Eccles. 1.13. Eccles. 1.13. np1 crd.
4118 1 Sirac. 40.1. Sirach. 40.1. np1. crd.
4133 0 Heb. 12.11. Hebrew 12.11. np1 crd.
4137 0 est planè quasi saeuitia, medicina de scalp•ll• — Non tamen secari ideirco malum: quia dolores vtiles affert — vlulans ille, & gemens & mugiens inter manus medici, postmodum easdem mercede cumulabit. Tertullian in Scorp. cap. 5. est planè quasi saeuitia, medicina de scalp•ll• — Non tamen secari ideirco malum: quia Dolores utiles affert — ululans Isle, & gemens & mugiens inter manus medici, postmodum easdem mercede cumulabit. Tertullian in Scorp. cap. 5. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr n1 — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la j vvn — n2 fw-la, cc n2 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la vvi n1. np1 p-acp np1. n1. crd
4140 0 Heb 12.11. Hebrew 12.11. n1 crd.
4141 0 Act. 5.41. Act. 5.41. n1 crd.
4141 1 Phil. 1.23. Philip 1.23. np1 crd.
4146 0 §. 5. and Eternall punishments. §. 5. and Eternal punishments. §. crd cc j n2.
4147 0 Rom. 6.23. Rom. 6.23. np1 crd.
4308 0 Naturâ pater & filius eadem esse persona penè intelligitur. l. vlt. Cod. 6.26. de impub. — pars quodammodo corporis eius. l. 22. Cod. 11.47. de agric. & cens. Naturâ pater & filius Same esse persona penè intelligitur. l. Ult. Cod. 6.26. de impub. — pars quodammodo corporis eius. l. 22. Cod. 11.47. the Agric. & Cens. fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1 n1. np1 crd. fw-la fw-la. — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1 crd np1 crd. dt j. cc fw-la.
4151 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Marmoreo tumulo Licinus jacet; at Cato paruo: Pompeius nullo. Credimus esse Deos? Vario. See Plat. de leg. Cic. 3. de Nat. deor. Senec. de prouid. Aug. 3. de lib. arb. 2. Menand. apud Stob. Serm. 104. . Marble tumulo Licinus jacet; At Cato paruo: Pompeius nullo. Credimus esse Gods? Various. See Plat. de leg. Cic 3. de Nat. deor. Seneca de provide. Aug. 3. the lib. arb. 2. Menand. apud Stob. Sermon 104. . np1 fw-la np1 fw-la; p-acp np1 fw-la: np1 n1. np1 fw-la fw-la? np1. vvb np1 fw-fr n1. np1 crd fw-fr np1 j-jn. np1 zz vvi. np1 crd dt n1. n1. crd np1. fw-la np1 np1 crd
4154 0 Psal. 73.23. Psalm 73.23. np1 crd.
4155 0 Ibid. 17. Ibid 17. np1 crd
4161 0 Rom 2.5. Rom 2.5. np1 crd.
4164 0 Ibid. 6. Ibid 6. np1 crd
4167 0 §. 6. the third certainety; that all Euills of Paine §. 6. the third certainty; that all Evils of Pain §. crd dt ord n1; cst d n2-jn pp-f n1
4175 0 §. 7. •owsoeuer considered, §. 7. •owsoeuer considered, §. crd av vvn,
4182 0 §. 8. are for the si•ne §. 8. Are for the si•ne §. crd vbr p-acp dt n1
4183 0 Psal. 39.11. Psalm 39.11. np1 crd.
4183 1 Ioh. 9.2.3. John 9.2.3. np1 crd.
4190 0 see Arist. 2. Phys. see Arist. 2. Phys. vvb np1 crd np1
4197 0 §. 9. of the sufferer. §. 9. of the sufferer. §. crd pp-f dt n1.
4198 0 1 Pet. 1.17. 1 Pet. 1.17. vvn np1 crd.
4199 0 Gal. 6.5. Gal. 6.5. np1 crd.
4199 1 Deut. 24.16. Deuteronomy 24.16. np1 crd.
4201 0 Ezek 18.2. &c. Ier. 31.29. Ezekiel 18.2. etc. Jeremiah 31.29. np1 crd. av np1 crd.
4207 0 1. Pet. 2.22. 1. Pet. 2.22. crd np1 crd.
4207 1 Psal. 69.4. Non rapui, & exsolvebam: non peccaui, & poenas dabam. Aug. ibi. Psalm 69.4. Non rapui, & exsolvebam: non peccaui, & poenas dabam. Aug. There. np1 crd. fw-fr fw-fr, cc fw-la: fw-la fw-la, cc n2 fw-la. np1 fw-la.
4208 0 Esay 53.5. Isaiah 53.5. np1 crd.
4211 0 delictorum susceptor, non commissor. Aug. in Psal. •8. delictorum susceptor, non commissor. Aug. in Psalm •8. fw-la n1, fw-fr n1. np1 p-acp np1 n1.
4214 0 delicta nostra sua delicta secit, vt iustitiam suam nostram iustitiam faceret. Aug. exp. 2. in Psal. 21. Delicta nostra sua Delicta secit, vt iustitiam suam nostram iustitiam faceret. Aug. Exp. 2. in Psalm 21. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. crd p-acp np1 crd
4216 0 1. Pet. 2.24. 1. Pet. 2.24. crd np1 crd.
4217 0 2. Cor. 5.21. 2. Cor. 5.21. crd np1 crd.
4222 0 §. 10. The fathers sinnes punished in their children: §. 10. The Father's Sins punished in their children: §. crd dt ng1 n2 vvn p-acp po32 n2:
4230 0 Gen. 9.25. Gen. 9.25. np1 crd.
4231 0 3. King. 15.19.30. 3. King. 15.19.30. crd n1. crd.
4232 0 1. Sam. 2.33 — 35. 1. Sam. 2.33 — 35. crd np1 crd — crd
4233 0 4. King. 5.27. 4. King. 5.27. crd n1. crd.
4235 0 Mat. 27.25. Mathew 27.25. np1 crd.
4236 0 1. Thes. 2.16. 1. Thebes 2.16. crd np1 crd.
4240 0 Exod. 20.5. Exod 20.5. np1 crd.
4242 0 § 11. and how this may stand with the Iustice of God. § 11. and how this may stand with the justice of God. § crd cc c-crq d vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
4243 0 Chrysost. in Gen hom. 28. Chrysostom in Gen hom. 28. np1 p-acp fw-la uh. crd
4244 0 Augustin. qu. 42. in Deuter. Theophylact in Ioh. 9. Peter. 14. in Gen disp. 4. Aquin. 1.2. qu. 87.8 Sasb. quodlib. 3. Augustin. queen. 42. in Deuter Theophylact in John 9. Peter. 14. in Gen Disp. 4. Aquinas 1.2. queen. 87.8 Sasb. Quodlib. 3. np1. n1. crd p-acp np1 vvd p-acp np1 crd np1. crd p-acp fw-la n1. crd np1 crd. n1. crd n1. j. crd
4250 0 §. 12. Consid. 1. such punishments are only temporall, not spirituall. §. 12. Consider 1. such punishments Are only temporal, not spiritual. §. crd np1 crd d n2 vbr av-j j, xx j.
4250 1 4 King. 5.27. 4 King. 5.27. crd n1. crd.
4251 0 2 Sam. 3.29 2 Sam. 3.29 crd np1 crd
4252 0 2 Sam. 13.29 2 Sam. 13.29 crd np1 crd
4252 1 2 Sam. 18.15 2 Sam. 18.15 crd np1 crd
4252 2 Num. 16.37.33. Num. 16.37.33. np1 crd.
4256 0 Esay. 37.35. Isaiah. 37.35. np1. crd.
4257 0 4 King. 10.30. 4 King. 10.30. crd n1. crd.
4261 0 §. 13. An Obiection; with the first, §. 13. an Objection; with the First, §. crd dt n1; p-acp dt ord,
4262 0 Amos 8.11. Amos 8.11. np1 crd.
4272 0 Eccles. 1.4. Eccles. 1.4. np1 crd.
4281 0 §. 14. and second answer thereunto. §. 14. and second answer thereunto. §. crd cc ord n1 av.
4285 0 Epli. 1.3. Epli. 1.3. vvn. crd.
4294 0 §. 15. Temporall euils of children though not properly ; §. 15. Temporal evils of children though not properly; §. crd j n2-jn pp-f n2 cs xx av-j;
4299 0 §. 16. are yet after a sort punishments to the Fathers: and how. §. 16. Are yet After a sort punishments to the Father's: and how. §. crd vbr av p-acp dt n1 n2 p-acp dt n2: cc c-crq.
4304 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrys. in Gen. hom 29. Filij bona valetudo, felicitas, patrimonium perti•et ad patrem. Felicior futurus, si saluum habuerit filium; infelicio•, si amiserit. Senec. 5. de benes. 19. Nihil interest, in se quis veritus fuerit, an in liberis: cùm pro affectu parentes magis in liberis terreantur. l. 8. S. haec quae. ff. 4.2. Quod metus causa. . Chrys. in Gen. hom 29. Filij Bona valetudo, Felicity, patrimonium perti•et ad patrem. Felicior Future, si saluum habuerit Son; infelicio•, si amiserit. Seneca 5. the benes. 19. Nihil Interest, in se quis veritus fuerit, an in Liberis: cùm Pro affectu Parents magis in Liberis terreantur. l. 8. S. haec Quae. ff. 4.2. Quod metus causa. . np1 p-acp np1 av-an crd fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; n1, fw-la fw-la. np1 crd dt n1. crd fw-la n1, p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cs p-acp fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la. n1 crd np1 fw-la fw-la. n1. crd. fw-la fw-la fw-la.
4305 0 2 Sam. 18.33. 2 Sam. 18.33. crd np1 crd.
4306 0 2 Sam. 19.5.6. 2 Sam. 19.5.6. crd np1 crd.
4309 0 Exod. 11.5.6. Exod 11.5.6. np1 crd.
4311 0 Then Iob arose, &c. Iob 1.20. Then Job arose, etc. Job 1.20. av np1 vvd, av np1 crd.
4314 0 Exod. 10.5. Exod 10.5. np1 crd.
4322 0 §. 17. Consid. 2. The children that ar• punished for their fathers sins §. 17. Consider 2. The children that ar• punished for their Father's Sins §. crd np1 crd dt n2 cst n1 vvn p-acp po32 ng1 n2
4326 0 §. 18. either first, by 1. Nature, §. 18. either First, by 1. Nature, §. crd d ord, p-acp crd n1,
4340 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Euripid. apud Stob. Serm. 88. . Euripides apud Stob. Sermon 88. . np1 fw-la np1 np1 crd
4341 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Egdor. ibid. . Egdor. Ibid. . np1. fw-la.
4342 0 §. 19. 2 Example ; §. 19. 2 Exampl; §. crd crd n1;
4343 0 Iuuenal. Satyr. 14. Juvenal. Satyr. 14. np1. n1. crd
4345 0 Iuuenal. ibid. Juvenal. Ibid. np1. fw-la.
4345 1 probum patrem esse oportet, Qui gnatum suum probiorem, quàm ipsus fuerit, postulet. Plat. in Pseud. — probum patrem esse oportet, Qui gnatum suum probiorem, quàm ipsus fuerit, postulet. Plat. in Pseud. — fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1. np1 p-acp np1
4348 0 Iuuenal. vbi Supra. Juvenal. vbi Supra. np1. fw-la fw-la.
4349 0 §. 20. 3. or education, §. 20. 3. or education, §. crd crd cc n1,
4351 0 Iuuenal. Satyr. 14. Juvenal. Satyr. 14. np1. n1. crd
4357 0 Eph. 6.4. Ephesians 6.4. np1 crd.
4358 0 §. 21. tread in their fathers steps; §. 21. tread in their Father's steps; §. crd vvb p-acp po32 ng1 n2;
4359 0 re•lit ad authores genus, Stirp•m { que } primam degener sanguis refert. Senec. in Hippol. act. 3. — re•lit ad authores genus, Stirp•m { que } primam degener sanguis refert. Seneca in Hippol. act. 3. — vvb fw-la fw-gr fw-la, fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1. n1. crd
4360 0 NONLATINALPHABET ▪ Homer. Odyst. β. ▪ Homer. Odyst. β. ▪ np1. vdd2. n1.
4362 0 Math. 3.7. Math. 3.7. np1 crd.
4366 0 3. King. 22.52. 3. King. 22.52. crd n1. crd.
4370 0 4 King. 8 ▪ 27. 4 King. 8 ▪ 27. crd n1. crd ▪ crd
4374 0 4 King. 3.2. 4 King. 3.2. crd n1. crd.
4378 0 §. 22. or secondly are possessors of something from their fathers with Gods curse cleauing thereunto. §. 22. or secondly Are Possessors' of something from their Father's with God's curse cleaving thereunto. §. crd cc ord vbr n2 pp-f pi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp npg1 n1 vvg av.
4379 0 See Leuit. 15.2 — 11. See Levites 15.2 — 11. vvb np1 crd — crd
4382 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Euripid. . Euripides . np1
4388 0 Zach. 5.4. Zach 5.4. np1 crd.
4394 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Phocyl. . Phocyl. . np1.
4395 0 4 King. 9.25.26. 4 King. 9.25.26. crd n1. crd.
4396 0 §. 23. §. 23. §. crd
4396 1 §. 23. Consid. 3. from the distinction of impulsiue Causes. §. 23. Consider 3. from the distinction of impulsive Causes. §. crd np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2.
4403 0 §. 24. The Impulsiue Cause what it is. §. 24. The Impulsive Cause what it is. §. crd dt j n1 r-crq pn31 vbz.
4404 0 quae principalem efficientem impellit ad efficiendum. Keckerm. 1. Syst. Log. 10. Quae principalem efficientem impellit ad efficiendum. Keckermann. 1. Syst. Log. 10. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1. crd np1 np1. crd
4410 0 Amos 3.6. Amos 3.6. np1 crd.
4411 0 4. King. 9. 4. King. 9. crd n1. crd
4417 0 §. 25. Two sorts of impulsiue Causes ; §. 25. Two sorts of impulsive Causes; §. crd crd n2 pp-f j n2;
4421 0 See Keckerm. 1. Syst. Log. 10. called by Brulif Causa Dispositiua. & Excitatiua, apud Altenst. in dict. Causa. See Keckermann. 1. Syst. Log. 10. called by Brulif Causa Dispositiua. & Excitatiua, apud Absent. in dict. Causa. vvb vvi. crd np1 np1. crd vvd p-acp j fw-la fw-la. cc np1, fw-la js-vvn. p-acp n1. np1.
4425 0 §. 26. explained by a familiar example ; §. 26. explained by a familiar Exampl; §. crd vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1;
4430 0 interìores dispositiones, quae irritantur ab externis causis. Melancthon. causa dispositiua Brulifer. interìores dispositiones, Quae irritantur ab externis Causis. Melanchthon. causa dispositiua Brulifer. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. fw-la fw-la np1.
4431 0 Causa externa irritatrix. Melancthon. causa excitatiua. Brulifer. Causa External irritatrix. Melanchthon. causa excitatiua. Brulifer. fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. fw-la fw-la. np1.
4454 0 §. 27. and applied to the present Argument. §. 27. and applied to the present Argument. §. crd cc vvn p-acp dt j n1.
4454 1 Causa NONLATINALPHABET, interna, antecedens, dispositiua. Causa, Interna, antecedens, dispositiua. fw-la, fw-la, fw-la, fw-la.
4455 0 Causa NONLATINALPHABET, exterterna, irritatrix, excitatiua. Causa, exterterna, irritatrix, excitatiua. np1, fw-la, fw-la, fw-la.
4459 0 §. 28. The seeming Contradictions of Scripture §. 28. The seeming Contradictions of Scripture §. crd dt j-vvg n2 pp-f n1
4460 0 Ier. 31.30. & Ezek. 18.20 Jeremiah 31.30. & Ezekiel 18.20 np1 crd. cc np1 crd
4461 0 Lam 5.7. Lam 5.7. np1 crd.
4463 0 Exod. 20.5. Exod 20.5. np1 crd.
4464 0 2. Sam. 24.17. 2. Sam. 24.17. crd np1 crd.
4465 0 Ios. 22.20. Ios. 22.20. np1 crd.
4467 0 §. 29. how to bee reconciled: §. 29. how to be reconciled: §. crd c-crq pc-acp vbi vvn:
4472 0 Psal. 51.4. Psalm 51.4. np1 crd.
4474 0 §. 30. with an exemplary instance thereof. §. 30. with an exemplary instance thereof. §. crd p-acp dt j n1 av.
4482 0 §. 31. The resolution of the •aine doubt ; §. 31. The resolution of the •aine doubt; §. crd dt n1 pp-f dt j n1;
4488 0 §. 32. applied also to the rest. §. 32. applied also to the rest. §. crd vvd av p-acp dt n1.
4503 0 §. 33. The first inference. §. 33. The First Inference. §. crd dt ord n1.
4509 0 Iuuenal. Satyr. 14. Juvenal. Satyr. 14. np1. n1. crd
4509 1 NONLATINALPHABET. Isocrat•s. . Isocrat•s. . np1.
4510 0 Iuuenal. Satyr. 14. Juvenal. Satyr. 14. np1. n1. crd
4512 0 Vers. 19. hîc. Vers. 19. hîc. np1 crd fw-la.
4524 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrysost. in Eph. hom. 2. . Chrysostom in Ephesians hom. 2. . np1 p-acp np1 av-an. crd
4525 0 NONLATINALPHABET — NONLATINALPHABET Pausan. in Corinthiacis. — Pausan in Corinthian. — np1 p-acp np1.
4525 1 1 Cor. 5.6. 1 Cor. 5.6. crd np1 crd.
4527 0 ardeo; Quantum nec atro delibutus Hercules Nessi cruorc. Horat. Epod. 17. see Sophocl. in Trachin. — ardeo; Quantum nec atro delibutus Hercules Nessus cruorc. Horatio Epode 17. see Sophocles. in Trachin. — fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 np1 n1. np1 np1 crd vvb fw-mi. p-acp np1.
4539 0 Hab. 2.9. Hab. 2.9. np1 crd.
4543 0 Exod. 20.5. Exod 20.5. np1 crd.
4545 0 §. 34. The second. §. 34. The second. §. crd dt ord.
4552 0 Leuit. 26.39.40. Levites 26.39.40. np1 crd.
4553 0 Psal. 106.6. Psalm 106.6. np1 crd.
4553 1 Ierem. 3.15. Jeremiah 3.15. np1 crd.
4553 2 Dan. 9.5. Dan. 9.5. np1 crd.
4554 0 Psal. 109.14. Psalm 109.14. np1 crd.
4561 0 Math. 23.35.36. Math. 23.35.36. np1 crd.
4569 0 §. 35. the third inference. §. 35. the third Inference. §. crd dt ord n1.
4570 0 Morat. 1. Epis• 2. Morat. 1. Epis• 2. np1. crd np1 crd
4573 0 • Tim. 2.1, 2. • Tim. 2.1, 2. • np1 crd, crd
4576 0 2 Sam. 24.15 2 Sam. 24.15 crd np1 crd
4577 0 Ios. •8, 10.25 Ios. •8, 10.25 np1 n1, crd
4589 0 In S. Pauls Church London, 4. Nov. 1621. In S. Paul's Church London, 4. Nov. 1621. p-acp n1 npg1 n1 np1, crd np1 crd
4590 0 §. 1. The Occasion, and scope of the Text. §. 1. The Occasion, and scope of the Text. §. crd dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt np1
4590 1 Iude 4. Iude 4. np1 crd
4591 0 1. Cor. 3.1.3.4. 1. Cor. 3.1.3.4. crd np1 crd.
4608 0 Ex incidenti dat documentum generale. Lyran. ad vers. 17. Ex incidenti that documentum generale. Lyran ad vers. 17. fw-la fw-la cst fw-la fw-mi. np1 fw-la fw-la. crd
4609 0 Quod, vt plenè commendet reiterat. Ambros. in 1. Cor. cap. 37. Quod, vt plenè commendet reiterate. Ambos in 1. Cor. cap. 37. fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la vvi. np1 p-acp crd np1 n1. crd
4612 0 §. 2. The Pertinency ; §. 2. The Pertinency; §. crd dt n1;
4619 0 Nouerint — me n•n •àm in•endisse exponere Euangelium, quàm ex Euangelio sumere occasionem loquendi, quod loqui delectabat. Bernard, super Messus est. Nouerint — me n•n •àm in•endisse exponere Evangelium, quàm ex Gospel Sumere occasionem loquendi, quod loqui delectabat. Bernard, super Messus est. fw-la — po11 n1 fw-la n1 fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1, fw-fr np1 fw-la.
4621 0 §. 3. and Needfulnesse of the Points. §. 3. and Needfulness of the Points. §. crd cc n1 pp-f dt n2.
4631 0 §. 4. The Generall and the Particular Calling. §. 4. The General and the Particular Calling. §. crd dt n1 cc dt j-jn vvg.
4637 0 Eph. 4.4.5. Ephesians 4.4.5. np1 crd.
4643 0 Vers. 7. hic. Vers. 7. hic. np1 crd fw-la.
4645 0 Ibid. Ibid np1
4646 0 Iude. 3. Iude. 3. np1 crd
4651 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Piscat. hîc. . Physical. hîc. . vvn. fw-la.
4655 0 §. 5. A Particular Calling §. 5. A Particular Calling §. crd dt j-jn vvg
4663 0 §. 6. Necessary for all men: §. 6. Necessary for all men: §. crd j p-acp d n2:
4672 0 §. 7. in respect 1. of the Ordinance, §. 7. in respect 1. of the Ordinance, §. crd p-acp n1 crd pp-f dt n1,
4673 0 Gen. 3.19. Gen. 3.19. np1 crd.
4677 0 Gen. 3.15. Gen. 3.15. np1 crd.
4679 0 Gen. 3.16: Eph. 5.22. Col. 3.18. 1. Tim. 2.11. &c. Gen. 3.16: Ephesians 5.22. Col. 3.18. 1. Tim. 2.11. etc. np1 crd: np1 crd. np1 crd. crd np1 crd. av
4685 0 Non erat laboris afflictio, sed exhilaratio voluntatis. Augustin. 8. de Gen. ad lit. 8. — non labore seruili, sed honestâ animi voluptate. Ibid. c. 9. Non erat Laboris Affliction, sed exhilaratio voluntatis. Augustin. 8. de Gen. ad lit. 8. — non labour seruili, sed honestâ animi voluptate. Ibid c. 9. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. crd fw-fr np1 fw-la fw-fr. crd — fw-fr n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 sy. crd
4686 0 Sore trauell. Eccl. 1.13. Great trauell, and a heauy yoake, Sirac. 40.1. Soar travel. Ecclesiastes 1.13. Great travel, and a heavy yoke, Sirach. 40.1. av-j vvi. np1 crd. j n1, cc dt j n1, np1. crd.
4686 1 Eccl 12.12. Ecclesiastes 12.12. np1 crd.
4686 2 Eccl. 1.14.17. Ecclesiastes 1.14.17. np1 crd.
4688 0 Gen. 2.15. Gen. 2.15. np1 crd.
4690 0 Gen. 4.2. Gen. 4.2. np1 crd.
4691 0 Eph. 4.28. Ephesians 4.28. np1 crd.
4692 0 NONLATINALPHABET 2 Thes. 3.6.11. 2 Thebes 3.6.11. crd np1 crd.
4695 0 §. 8. and Gifts of God; §. 8. and Gifts of God; §. crd cc n2 pp-f np1;
4696 0 Luk. 12.48. Luk. 12.48. np1 crd.
4697 0 Vers. 17. hîc. Vers. 17. hîc. np1 crd fw-la.
4699 0 Psal. 68.18. Psalm 68.18. np1 crd.
4700 0 Eph. 48. &c. Ephesians 48. etc. np1 crd av
4701 0 Deus & Natura nihil faci••t f•ustà. Deus & Nature nihil faci••t f•ustà. np1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
4703 0 Frustra est potentia, quae non perducitur in actum. Frustra est potentia, Quae non perducitur in Acts. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la p-acp fw-la.
4705 0 Luk. 19.20. Luk. 19.20. np1 crd.
4706 0 1 Pet. 4.10. 1 Pet. 4.10. vvd np1 crd.
4707 0 1 Cor. 12.7. 1 Cor. 12.7. vvn np1 crd.
4842 0 1. Cor. 9.9. 1. Cor. 9.9. crd np1 crd.
4709 0 §. 9. 2. of euery mans selfe ; §. 9. 2. of every men self; §. crd crd pp-f d ng1 n1;
4712 0 Catonis oraecul um, quo nihil verius. Colum. 11. de re iust 1. Catonis oraecul um, quo nihil Various. Colum. 11. de re just 1. np1 n1 pno32, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd fw-mi fw-mi j crd
4713 0 Syrac. 33.28. Syracuse. 33.28. np1. crd.
4715 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Ex Soph. Stob. Serm. 28. . Ex Soph. Stob. Sermon 28. . fw-la np1 np1 np1 crd
4718 0 Nos numerus sumus, & fruges consumere nati. Horat. 1. Epist. 2. Nos Numerus sumus, & Fruges consumere Nati. Horatio 1. Epistle 2. fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc n2 n1 fw-la. np1 crd np1 crd
4719 0 res age, tutus cris. Ouid. de remed. Rest age, tutus cris. Ovid de remed. fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la vvd.
4726 0 Hieron. ad. Rusticum. Tom. 1. Epist. 4 Hieron. ad. Rusticum. Tom. 1. Epistle 4 np1. fw-la. np1. np1 crd np1 crd
4729 0 §. 10. 3. of Iustice; the Idle person being a thiefe §. 10. 3. of justice; the Idle person being a thief §. crd crd pp-f n1; dt j n1 vbg dt n1
4730 0 Levit. 26.26. Levit. 26.26. np1 crd.
4731 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Phocylides. NONLATINALPHABET. Chrys. in Eph. Hom. 2. . Phocylides.. Chrys. in Ephesians Hom. 2. . np1.. np1 p-acp np1 np1 crd
4732 0 2 Thes. 3.11.12. 2 Thebes 3.11.12. crd np1 crd.
4735 0 Eph. 4.28. Ephesians 4.28. np1 crd.
4738 0 §. 11. to himselfe, §. 11. to himself, §. crd p-acp px31,
4740 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Hesiod. in NONLATINALPHABET. . Hesiod. in. . np1. p-acp.
4743 0 Psal. 145.16. Psalm 145.16. np1 crd.
4744 0 Qui vitat molam, vitat farinam. Adag. Qui vitat molam, vitat Farinam. Adag. fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1.
4744 1 Prou. 18.9. Prou. 18.9. np1 crd.
4746 0 §. 12. to his family, §. 12. to his family, §. crd p-acp po31 n1,
4748 0 Prou. 31. vers. 15 21.27.28. Prou. 31. vers. 15 21.27.28. np1 crd fw-la. crd crd.
4755 0 1 Tim. 5.8. 1 Tim. 5.8. vvn np1 crd.
4758 0 §. 13. and to the Poore ; §. 13. and to the Poor; §. crd cc p-acp dt j;
4761 0 Prou. 31. vers. 13. Prou. 31. vers. 13. np1 crd fw-la. crd
4761 1 vers. 19. vers. 19. fw-la. crd
4763 0 vers. 22. vers. 22. fw-la. crd
4764 0 vers. 21. vers. 21. fw-la. crd
4765 0 vers. 20. vers. 20. fw-la. crd
4766 0 Act. 9.39. Act. 9.39. n1 crd.
4766 1 Iob. 31.20. Job 31.20. zz crd.
4768 0 Luk. 16.9. Luk. 16.9. np1 crd.
4769 0 Rom. 12.13. Rom. 12.13. np1 crd.
4771 0 Act. 20.34.35. Act. 20.34.35. n1 crd.
4775 0 Ephes. 4.28. Ephesians 4.28. np1 crd.
4779 0 §. 14. 4. of the Common-wealth. §. 14. 4. of the Commonwealth. §. crd crd pp-f dt n1.
4779 1 NONLATINALPHABET. Arist. 1. Polit. 2. . Arist. 1. Politic 2. . np1 crd np1 crd
4780 0 Membra sumus corporis magni. Senec. Epist. 93. Membra sumus corporis magni. Seneca Epistle 93. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 crd
4780 1 Rom. 12.5. Rom. 12.5. np1 crd.
4780 2 Non nobis solum natisimus: sed partem atria, partem parentes &c. Cic. ex Platonis Epist. 9. In commune nati sumus. Senec. Epist. 9•. Non nobis solum natisimus: sed partem atria, partem Parents etc. Cic ex Plato's Epistle 9. In commune Nati sumus. Seneca Epistle 9•. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n2 av np1 fw-la np1 np1 crd p-acp j fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 n1.
4782 0 NONLATINALPHABET Arist 8. Polit. 1. Arist 8. Politic 1. np1 crd np1 crd
4784 0 Rom. 12.4. Rom. 12.4. np1 crd.
4788 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Arist. 8. Pol•t. 3. . Arist. 8. Pol•t. 3. . np1 crd np1. crd
4791 0 See Valer. Max. 2.6. Patric. 1. de Rep. 8. Cassan. 11. Catal. glor. consid. 1. See Valer Max. 2.6. Patric. 1. de Rep. 8. Cassan. 11. Catal. glor. Consider. 1. vvb np1 np1 crd. np1. crd fw-fr np1 crd np1. crd np1 n1. vvn. crd
4794 0 — NONLATINALPHABET. Hesiod. in — NONLATINALPHABET. Plat. Polit 8. —. Hesiod. in —. Plat. Politic 8. —. np1. p-acp —. np1 n1 crd
4796 0 §. 15. A just reproofe of idle §. 15. A just reproof of idle §. crd dt j n1 pp-f j
4798 0 — NONLATINALPHABET Homer. Iliad. 6. — NONLATINALPHABET. Plat. in Theat. — Homer. Iliad. 6. —. Plat. in Theat. — np1. np1. crd —. np1 p-acp n1.
4802 0 Tit. 1. ••. Tit. 1. ••. np1 crd ••.
4803 0 §. 16. 1. Monkes with the limitation. §. 16. 1. Monks with the limitation. §. crd crd n2 p-acp dt n1.
4813 0 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉
4820 0 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉
4823 0 O Monachi, vestri stomachi, sunt amphora Bacchi, &c. Oh Monachi, Yours stomachi, sunt amphora Bacchi, etc. uh np1, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, av
4825 0 §. 17. and explication. §. 17. and explication. §. crd cc n1.
4830 0 Aegyptiorum monasteria hunc ordinem teneat, vt nullum absque operis labore suscipiant. Hieron. Tom. 1. Epist. 4 Egyptian Monastery hunc ordinem Tenet, vt nullum absque operis labour suscipiant. Hieron. Tom. 1. Epistle 4 np1 fw-it fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 n1. np1. np1 crd np1 crd
4831 0 Tom. 3. libro de opere Monachorum. Tom. 3. libro de Opere Monachorum. np1 crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
4831 1 Qui autem se dicunt vacare lectioni, nonne illic inueniunt quod praecipit Apostolus? Quae est ista ergo peruersitas, lectioni nolle obtemperare, dum vult ei vacare; &, vt quod bonum est diutiùs legatur, ideo facere nolle quod legitur. c. 17. ibi. Qui autem se dicunt vacare lectioni, nonne illic inueniunt quod praecipit Apostles? Quae est ista ergo peruersitas, lectioni nolle obtemperare, dum vult ei vacare; &, vt quod bonum est diutiùs legatur, ideo facere nolle quod legitur. c. 17. There. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1? fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la j, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; cc, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. sy. crd fw-la.
4832 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Eurip. in Hipp. coron. . Eurip in Hipp coron. . np1 p-acp np1 n1.
4838 0 Mat. 23.14. Mathew 23.14. np1 crd.
4844 0 §. 18. 2. Gallants; with the limitation, §. 18. 2. Gallants; with the limitation, §. crd crd n2-jn; p-acp dt n1,
4847 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Epitaph. Timocreontis, apud Athen. dipnos. 5. . Epitaph. Timocreontis, apud Athena Dipnos. 5. . n1. np1, fw-la np1 fw-la. crd
4856 0 non ociosè vivit, qui qualitercunque vtiliter Aquin. 22.2 ae. qu. 187.5. ad 2. non ociosè vivit, qui qualitercunque vtiliter Aquinas 22.2 ae. queen. 187.5. ad 2. fw-fr fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 crd fw-la. n1. crd. fw-la crd
4860 0 §. 19. Explication, §. 19. Explication, §. crd n1,
4862 0 Mat. 6.29. Mathew 6.29. np1 crd.
4867 0 nempe volucrem Sic laudamus equam — Nobilis hic, quocun { que } venit de gramine — Sed venale pecus Corythae, posteritas & Hirpini, si rara •i•go victoria sedit; Nil ibi maiorum respectus, gratia nulla Vmbrarum: dominos pr•ciis mutare iubentur exiguis. Iuuenal. Satyr. 8. — nempe volucrem Sic Laudamus equam — Nobilis hic, quocun { que } venit de gramine — Said venal pecus Corythae, posteritas & Hirpini, si rara •i•go victoria Sedit; Nil There Maiorum Respectus, Gratia nulla Vmbrarum: dominos pr•ciis mutare iubentur exiguis. Juvenal. Satyr. 8. — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la — fw-la fw-la, fw-fr { fw-fr } fw-la fw-fr vvb — j-vvn n1 fw-la np1, fw-la cc np1, fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. n1. crd
4869 0 §. 20. and exhortation. §. 20. and exhortation. §. crd cc n1.
4874 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Euripid. . Euripides . np1
4875 0 effigies quò Tot bellatorum, si luditur alea pernox ante Numantinos ? Iuuen. Sat. 8. — effigies quò Tot bellatorum, si luditur Alea pernox ante Numantinos? Iuven Sat. 8. — n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1? np1 np1 crd
4878 0 Nanum cujusdam, Atlanta vocamus; Aethiopen•, Cygnum. Iuuen. ibid. — Nanum cujusdam, Atlanta vocamus; Aethiopen•, Cygnum. Iuven Ibid. — np1 n1, np1 fw-la; np1, fw-la. np1 fw-la.
4879 0 honores, Quos illis damus, & dedimus, quibus omnia debes. Iuuen ibid. — honores, Quos illis We give, & dedimus, quibus omnia Debes. Iuven Ibid. — fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvn fw-la.
4881 0 quis enim generosum dixerit hunc, qui Indignus genere ? Ibid, — quis enim generosum dixerit hunc, qui Indignus genere? Ibid, — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la? fw-la,
4883 0 §. 21. 3. Beggars: with the limitation, §. 21. 3. Beggars: with the limitation, §. crd crd n2: p-acp dt n1,
4887 0 Gal. 6.16. Gal. 6.16. np1 crd.
4888 0 Math. 26.11. Math. 26.11. np1 crd.
4889 0 as some vnderstand that in Deut. 15.4. as Some understand that in Deuteronomy 15.4. c-acp d vvb cst p-acp np1 crd.
4890 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Plat. de legib. 11. . Plat. de Legib. 11. . np1 fw-fr n1. crd
4891 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Id. de Rep. lib. 8. . Id. de Rep. lib. 8. . np1 fw-fr np1 n1. crd
4892 0 Cod. Iustin. lib. 11. Tit. 25. & Cod Theo. 14. Tit. 18. Cod. Justin lib. 11. Tit. 25. & Cod Theo. 14. Tit. 18. np1 np1 n1. crd np1 crd cc np1 fw-la crd np1 crd
4894 0 Horat. lib. 3. Carm. 24. Horatio lib. 3. Carm 24. np1 n1. crd np1 crd
4895 0 Tacit. lib. 1. Histor. Tacit. lib. 1. History np1 n1. crd np1
4902 0 §. 22. and Remedy. §. 22. and Remedy. §. crd cc n1.
4906 0 2 Thes. 3.10. 2 Thebes 3.10. crd np1 crd.
4908 0 1 Cor. 13.3. 1 Cor. 13.3. vvn np1 crd.
4909 0 1 Tim. 5.3. 1 Tim. 5.3. vvn np1 crd.
4919 0 Phil. 4.18. Philip 4.18. np1 crd.
4919 1 Heb. 13.16. Hebrew 13.16. np1 crd.
4923 0 1. Tim. 5. Compare vers. 3. with vers. 5. & 16. 1. Tim. 5. Compare vers. 3. with vers. 5. & 16. crd np1 crd vvb zz. crd p-acp zz. crd cc crd
4931 0 Pars sacrilegij est, rem pauperum dare non pauperibus. Hieron. Pars sacrilegij est, remembering Pauperum Dare non pauperibus. Hieron. fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvg n1 vvb fw-la fw-la. np1.
4932 0 Neque transcribatur vita pauperum inspolia fraudulentorum. Ambros. 2. Offic. 16. Neque transcribatur vita Pauperum inspolia fraudulentorum. Ambos 2. Office 16. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd np1 crd
4933 0 § 23. The conclusion of the first Point. § 23. The conclusion of the First Point. § crd dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1.
4940 0 §. 24. The choyce of a Calling. §. 24. The choice of a Calling. §. crd dt n1 pp-f dt vvg.
4943 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Socratis dictum apud Stob. serm. 1. . Socratis dictum apud Stob. sermon. 1. . np1 fw-la fw-la np1 n1. crd
4951 0 § 25. That is our proper Calling, whereunto God calleth vs: § 25. That is our proper Calling, whereunto God calls us: § crd cst vbz po12 j vvg, c-crq np1 vvz pno12:
4957 0 mortalia quarunt Consilium; certus •ussa capesse Dei. Auson. Theodosio. — mortalia quarunt Consilium; Certus •ussa capesse Dei. Ausonius. Theodosio. — fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. np1.
4959 0 Auson. ibid. Ausonius. Ibid. np1. fw-la.
4961 0 Act. 10.13. &c. Act. 10.13. etc. n1 crd. av
4963 0 Ib. vers. 28. Ib. vers. 28. np1 fw-la. crd
4965 0 Exod. 4.10. &c. Exod 4.10. etc. np1 crd. av
4966 0 Iudg. 6.14.15 Judges 6.14.15 np1 crd
4967 0 Ierem. 1.6. &c. Jeremiah 1.6. etc. np1 crd. av
4968 0 Amos 7.13, 14, 15. Amos 7.13, 14, 15. np1 crd, crd, crd
4970 0 Auson. vbi supra. Ausonius. vbi supra. np1. fw-la fw-la.
4972 0 Rom. 1.1. Rom. 1.1. np1 crd.
4972 1 Act. 9.15. Act. 9.15. n1 crd.
4974 0 Gal. 1.16.17 Gal. 1.16.17 np1 crd
4976 0 Ibid. vers. 1. Ibid vers. 1. np1 fw-la. crd
4977 0 Auson. vbi supra. Ausonius. vbi supra. np1. fw-la fw-la.
4978 0 1 Sam. 3.9.10 1 Sam. 3.9.10 vvd np1 crd
4979 0 §. 26. and by what Enquiries that may be knowen. §. 26. and by what Enquiries that may be known. §. crd cc p-acp r-crq n2 d vmb vbi vvn.
4997 0 §. 27. Three Conditions requisit in euery lawfull calling: 1. as considered in it selfe ; §. 27. Three Conditions requisite in every lawful calling: 1. as considered in it self; §. crd crd n2 j p-acp d j n-vvg: crd c-acp vvn p-acp pn31 n1;
5002 0 Eph. 4.28. Ephesians 4.28. np1 crd.
5006 0 Act. 19.25. — 27. Act. 19.25. — 27. n1 crd. — crd
5008 0 praesertim cap. 5 — 8. Especially cap. 5 — 8. av n1. crd — crd
5014 0 Deut. 18.10. — 12. Deuteronomy 18.10. — 12. np1 crd. — crd
5015 0 1. Sam. 28.9. 1. Sam. 28.9. crd np1 crd.
5019 0 §. 28. 2. Considered as a Calling. §. 28. 2. Considered as a Calling. §. crd crd vvn p-acp dt vvg.
5020 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Arist. 8. Polit. 3. . Arist. 8. Politic 3. . np1 crd np1 crd
5024 0 hîc vers. 17. hîc vers. 17. fw-la fw-la. crd
5024 1 NONLATINALPHABET. vers. 7. . vers. 7. . fw-la. crd
5028 0 V•i quidem illis licet: sed sicut somno, & quietibus coeteris, tum cum grauibus serijsque rebus satisfecerimus. Cic. 1. Offic. V•i quidem illis licet: sed sicut Somno, & quietibus coeteris, tum cum grauibus serijsque rebus satisfecerimus. Cic 1. Office fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la j, cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd np1
5029 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Arist. 8. Polit. 3 . Arist. 8. Politic 3 . np1 crd np1 crd
5046 0 §. 29. 3. considered, with respect to common vtility. §. 29. 3. considered, with respect to Common utility. §. crd crd vvd, p-acp n1 p-acp j n1.
5047 0 See before, §. 14. See before, §. 14. vvb a-acp, §. crd
5048 0 1 Cor. 12.7. 1 Cor. 12.7. vvn np1 crd.
5050 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Xenop. de Venatione. . Xenop. de Venatione. . np1. fw-fr fw-la.
5052 0 Sanis hominibus publica priuatis potiora sunt. Senec. 1. de Clem. 4. Sanis hominibus Public priuatis potiora sunt. Seneca 1. de Clem. 4. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd fw-fr np1 crd
5059 0 §. 30. The Vsurers Calling examined by these Rules. §. 30. The Usurers Calling examined by these Rules. §. crd dt ng1 vvg vvd p-acp d n2.
5071 0 1. Pet. 4.8. 1. Pet. 4.8. crd np1 crd.
5078 0 Artem nequitiae delegerunt, vnde vitam transigant: & inde se volunt pascere, vnde offendant eum, à quo omnes pascuntur. August in psal. 129. Artem nequitiae delegerunt, vnde vitam transigant: & inde se volunt pascere, vnde offendant Eum, à quo omnes pascuntur. August in Psalm. 129. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la: cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp n1. crd
5083 0 Pernagatissimus ille versus, qui vetat Artem pudere proloqui, quam f•ctites. Cic. in Orator. Pernagatissimus Isle versus, qui Vetat Artem pudere proloqui, quam f•ctites. Cic in Orator. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr. np1 p-acp n1.
5093 0 Ier. 15.10. Jeremiah 15.10. np1 crd.
5096 0 §. 32. Enquiries concerning our selues: §. 32. Enquiries Concerning our selves: §. crd n2 vvg po12 n2:
5105 0 Book of ordering, &c. Book of ordering, etc. n1 pp-f vvg, av
5110 0 1. Sam. 10.24. 1. Sam. 10.24. crd np1 crd.
5110 1 Ioh. 6.70. John 6.70. np1 crd.
5126 0 §. 33. with some more speciall directions, in doubtfull cases; in respect §. 33. with Some more special directions, in doubtful cases; in respect §. crd p-acp d dc j n2, p-acp j n2; p-acp n1
5130 0 Prou. 17.16. Prou. 17.16. np1 crd.
5139 0 §. 34. 1. of our Education ; §. 34. 1. of our Education; §. crd crd pp-f po12 n1;
5142 0 Exod. 20.12. Exod 20.12. np1 crd.
5143 0 Hand aequum facit, qui, quod didicit, id dedicit Plaut. in Amphitr. Hand Aequum facit, qui, quod Didicat, id dedicit Plautus. in Amphitheater. n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-fr, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la np1. p-acp n1.
5144 0 inque eo vel maximè probaui — Apollonium, — qui cùm mercede doceret, tamen non patiebatur cos, quos judicabat non posse orat•res euadere, operam apud sese perdere, dimittel atque: & ad quamcunque artem putabat esse aptum, ad eam impellere, atque hortari solebat. Cic. 1. de Orat. Inque eo vel maximè probaui — Apollonius, — qui cùm mercede doceret, tamen non patiebatur cos, quos judicabat non posse orat•res euadere, Operam apud seize Perdere, dimittel atque: & ad quamcunque Artem putabat esse aptum, ad eam Impellere, atque hortari solebat. Cic 1. de Orat fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la — np1, — fw-la fw-la vvi fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la vvd, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la vvi fw-mi, vvi fw-la: cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd fw-fr np1
5152 0 Iuuenile vitium est, regere non posse impetum. Senec. in Troad. Juvenile Vitium est, Regere non posse Impetum. Seneca in Troad. j fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1.
5164 0 Nihil est quod non expugnet pertinax opera, & intenta ac diligens cura Senec. — Labor omnia vincit Improbus. Virgil. 1. Georg. Praeliatus est contrarerum naturam, & quidem victor abijt; malignitatem ejus pertinacissimo robore superando. de Demosthene, Valer. Max. 8.7. NONLATINALPHABET. Heliodor. lib. 3. Aethiop. hist. Nihil est quod non expugnet Pertinax opera, & intenta ac Diligens Cure Seneca — Labour omnia vincit Improbus. Virgil. 1. George Praeliatus est contrarerum naturam, & quidem victor Abijah; malignitatem His pertinacissimo robore superando. de Demosthenes, Valer Max. 8.7.. Heliodor. lib. 3. Ethiop. hist. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr n1 fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la np1 — n1 fw-la fw-la np1. np1. crd np1 np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc j-jn n1 av; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. fw-fr np1, np1 np1 crd.. np1. n1. crd np1. uh.
5171 0 §. 35. 2. of our Abilities, §. 35. 2. of our Abilities, §. crd crd pp-f po12 n2,
5175 0 Vers. 17. hīc. Vers. 17. hīc. np1 crd fw-la.
5177 0 Ierem. 17.9. Jeremiah 17.9. np1 crd.
5181 0 fere plus nobis videmur posse quàm possumus. Senec. de tranquill. c. 4. fere plus nobis videmur posse quàm possumus. Seneca the tranquil. c. 4. n1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 dt j. sy. crd
5181 1 Metirise quemque suo modulo ac pede verum est. Horat. 1. Epist. 7. Metirise quemque Sue modulo ac pede verum est. Horatio 1. Epistle 7. vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd np1 crd
5195 0 §. 36. With sundry considerations concerning them ; §. 36. With sundry considerations Concerning them; §. crd p-acp j n2 vvg pno32;
5217 0 §. 37. 3. of our Inclinations. concerning which, the first Rule, §. 37. 3. of our Inclinations. Concerning which, the First Rule, §. crd crd pp-f po12 n2. vvg r-crq, dt ord n1,
5223 0 Rectè facit, animo quando obsequitur suo; Quod om•es homines sacere oporcet, dum id modo fiat bono. Plaut. in Amphitr. — Rectè facit, animo quando obsequitur Sue; Quod om•es homines sacere oporcet, dum id modo fiat Bono. Plautus. in Amphitheater. — fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1. p-acp n1.
5227 0 〈 ◊ 〉 alè respondent coacta ingenia: reluctante naturâ, irritus labor est. Senee. de tranquil. c. 6. 〈 ◊ 〉 alè respondent coacta Ingenia: reluctante naturâ, irritus labour est. Seneca. the tranquil. c. 6. 〈 sy 〉 fw-fr j fw-la fw-la: n1 fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la. np1. dt j. sy. crd
5228 0 §. 38. the second, §. 38. the second, §. crd dt ord,
5233 0 §. 39. the third. §. 39. the third. §. crd dt ord.
5236 0 Apud arbitrum neque nihil, neque tantum quantum postulauimus, consequemur. — Quis vnquam ad arbitros, quantum petit, tantum abstulit? Cic. pro Rosc. Com. Apud arbitrum neque nihil, neque Tantum quantum postulauimus, consequemur. — Quis vnquam ad arbitros, quantum petit, Tantum abstulit? Cic Pro Rosc Come fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la. — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr, fw-la fw-la? np1 fw-la np1 np1
5245 0 Nulla ars non alterius artis, aut mater, aut propinqua est. Tert. de Idol. cap. 8. Nulla ars non alterius artis, Or mater, Or propinqua est. Tert de Idol. cap. 8. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-fr n1. n1. crd
5257 0 §. 40. The necessity of an outward Calling ; §. 40. The necessity of an outward Calling; §. crd dt n1 pp-f dt j vvg;
5258 0 1. Cor. 14.40. 1. Cor. 14.40. crd np1 crd.
5272 0 §. 41. Exemplified in two cases: the first ; §. 41. Exemplified in two cases: the First; §. crd vvn p-acp crd n2: dt ord;
5275 0 See Heb. 5.4. See Hebrew 5.4. vvb np1 crd.
5284 0 §. 42. the second, §. 42. the second, §. crd dt ord,
5288 0 See Syrac. 7.6. See Syracuse. 7.6. vvb np1. crd.
5295 0 §. 43. with the importance hereof. §. 43. with the importance hereof. §. crd p-acp dt n1 av.
5305 0 §. 44. The abiding in our Callings §. 44. The abiding in our Callings §. crd dt n-vvg p-acp po12 n2
5306 0 vers. 17. hîc. vers. 17. hîc. zz. crd fw-la.
5306 1 vers. 20. vers. 20. fw-la. crd
5312 0 §. 45. disalloweth not a change, §. 45. disalloweth not a change, §. crd vvz xx dt n1,
5324 0 1. Tim. 3.13. 1. Tim. 3.13. crd np1 crd.
5336 0 §. 46. So it bee done with due cautions: §. 46. So it be done with due cautions: §. crd av pn31 vbi vdn p-acp j-jn n2:
5337 0 Nullam mentem animi habeo: vbi sum, ibi non sum; vbi non sum, ibi est animus. Plaut. in Cistel. Nullam mentem animi habeo: vbi sum, There non sum; vbi non sum, There est animus. Plautus. in Cistel. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la; fw-la fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1. np1. p-acp np1.
5339 0 NONLATINALPHABET apud Stob. serm. 1. apud Stob. sermon. 1. fw-la np1 n1. crd
5346 0 Phil. 4.11. Philip 4.11. np1 crd.
5351 0 1 Eccl. 10.4. 1 Ecclesiastes 10.4. crd np1 crd.
5358 0 Act. 13.2. whence NONLATINALPHABET. Rom. 1.1. Act. 13.2. whence. Rom. 1.1. n1 crd. q-crq. np1 crd.
5358 1 Ioh. 20.22. John 20.22. np1 crd.
5363 0 §. 47. but importeth. 1. Contentednesse ; §. 47. but imports. 1. Contentedness; §. crd p-acp vvz. crd n1;
5367 0 Vers. 21. hic Vers. 21. hic np1 crd fw-mi
5369 0 1. Cor. 12.17. 1. Cor. 12.17. crd np1 crd.
5370 0 3. Kin. 5.15. 3. Kin. 5.15. crd n1. crd.
5372 0 1 Cor. 12.22. 1 Cor. 12.22. vvn np1 crd.
5375 0 §. 48. 2. Faithfulnesse ; §. 48. 2. Faithfulness; §. crd crd n1;
5375 1 ves. 17. hic. ves. 17. hic. zz. crd fw-la.
5376 0 Rom 12.7. Rom 12.7. np1 crd.
5376 1 1 Cor. 4.2. 1 Cor. 4.2. vvn np1 crd.
5377 0 1 Pet. 4.10. 1 Pet. 4.10. vvn np1 crd.
5380 0 §. 49. 3. Sobrietie. §. 49. 3. Sobriety. §. crd crd n1.
5383 0 2 Sam 6.6. 2 Sam 6.6. crd np1 crd.
5384 0 Ne Sutor ultra crepidam. v. Plin. 35. Nat. hist. 10. Ne Suitor ultra crepidam. v. Pliny 35. Nat. hist. 10. ccx n1 fw-la fw-la. n1 np1 crd np1 uh. crd
5386 0 Math. 28.19. Math. 28.19. np1 crd.
5389 0 §. 50. The abiding therein with God, requireth 1. a Conscience of the duties of the Generall Calling; §. 50. The abiding therein with God, requires 1. a Conscience of the duties of the General Calling; §. crd dt n-vvg av p-acp np1, vvz crd dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg;
5393 0 jam illa obijci solita vox, Non habeo aliud quo viuam — Tertull. de Idolol. cap. 5. v. ibid. cap. 12. pulchrè. jam illa obijci solita vox, Non habeo Aliud quo viuam — Tertul de Idolol. cap. 5. v. Ibid. cap. 12. pulchrè. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la vvn fw-la fw-la — np1 fw-mi fw-mi. n1. crd n1 fw-la. n1. crd fw-la.
5399 0 §. 51. 2. a Care of the exercises of Religion ; §. 51. 2. a Care of the exercises of Religion; §. crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1;
5405 0 Iob. 1.9. Job 1.9. zz crd.
5413 0 Exod. 22 1. 2. Sam. 12.6. Exod 22 1. 2. Sam. 12.6. np1 crd crd crd np1 crd.
5415 0 §. 52. 3. Watchfulnesse against the speciall sinnes of the Calling. §. 52. 3. Watchfulness against the special Sins of the Calling. §. crd crd n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt vvg.
5425 0 §. 53. The conclusion. §. 53. The conclusion. §. crd dt n1.