The vertuous scholehous of vngracious women A godly dialogue or communication of two systers [...]

Luther, Martin, 1483-1546
Lynne, Walter
Publisher: S Mierdman for W Lynne
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1548
Approximate Era: pre-Elizabeth
TCP ID: A11581 ESTC ID: S115789 STC ID: 21826.6
Subject Headings: ;
View All References



Full Text of Relevant Sections

View Segment and References (Segment No.) Text Standardized Text Parts of Speech Section Paragraph No. Page or Image No.
0 ¶ A fruteful Predication or Sermon of D. Mart. Luth. concernynge matrimony, vpon this Texte, in the Epistle to the Hebrewes, in the xiij. Chapiter. ¶ A fruitful Predication or Sermon of D. Mart. Luth. Concerning matrimony, upon this Text, in the Epistle to the Hebrews, in the xiij. Chapter. ¶ dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1 np1 vvg n1, p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt njpg2, p-acp dt crd. n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 55
1 ❧ Wedlocke is to be had in honour, amonge all men, and the bedde vndefyled. As for hoorekepers and aduouterers, God shall iudge them. ❧ Wedlock is to be had in honour, among all men, and the Bed undefiled. As for hoorekepers and aduouterers, God shall judge them. sy n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n1, p-acp d n2, cc dt n1 j. p-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, np1 vmb vvi pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 55
2 THe estate of matrimony hath alwayes ben taken among discrete & vertuous mē, yea also amonge the heathen, for an honourable and laudable lyfe, THe estate of matrimony hath always been taken among discrete & virtuous men, yea also among the heathen, for an honourable and laudable life, dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz av vbn vvn p-acp j cc j n2, uh av p-acp dt j-jn, p-acp dt j cc j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 55
3 for reasonable & vertuous people, haue euen of very nature a delyte in it, when they see, that two personnes which are coupled in mariage, lyue together vertuously and in vnite, brynge vp theyr children in the feare of God, kepe them to vertuous nurtour, & honesty. for reasonable & virtuous people, have even of very nature a delight in it, when they see, that two personnes which Are coupled in marriage, live together virtuously and in unite, bring up their children in the Fear of God, keep them to virtuous nurtour, & honesty. p-acp j cc j n1, vhb av pp-f j n1 dt n1 p-acp pn31, c-crq pns32 vvb, cst crd fw-fr q-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1, vvi av av-j cc p-acp vvi, vvb a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno32 p-acp j n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 55
4 And that the one succoureth the other in necessities and aydeth hym with worde and dede, And that the one succoureth the other in necessities and aideth him with word and deed, cc cst dt pi vvz dt j-jn p-acp n2 cc vvz pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 55
5 and wherwith so euer he can. Contrarywyse, whā men lyue, withoute the estate of matrimony, in vnclenlynes, synne, and shame. and wherewith so ever he can. Contrariwise, when men live, without the estate of matrimony, in vnclenlynes, sin, and shame. cc c-crq av av pns31 vmb. av, c-crq n2 vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1, n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 55
6 Remēber not theyr childrē, nor brynge them vp in good nourtour, & yt ye one rūneth this waye, remember not their children, nor bring them up in good nourtour, & that you one Runneth this Way, vvb xx po32 n2, ccx vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp j n1, cc pn31 pn22 crd vvz d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 56
7 and the other that waye, lyke noughtye packes, hauing no true loue nor faythfulnes together. and the other that Way, like naughty packs, having no true love nor faithfulness together. cc dt n-jn cst n1, av-j j n2, vhg dx j n1 ccx n1 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 56
8 Suche a dissolute lyfe is reputed, of all reasonable and honest men, euen of nature, wicked, and very pernicious. Suche a dissolute life is reputed, of all reasonable and honest men, even of nature, wicked, and very pernicious. np1 dt j n1 vbz vvn, pp-f d j cc j n2, av pp-f n1, j, cc av j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 56
9 Notwithstondyng mense right well, howe the yonger sorte, and the commō people falleth awaye, and abhorreth the state of matrimony as an heauy intollerable burthen. Notwithstanding mense right well, how the younger sort, and the Common people falls away, and abhorreth the state of matrimony as an heavy intolerable burden. a-acp j n-jn av, c-crq dt jc n1, cc dt j n1 vvz av, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 56
10 And suche wilde, careles persons, wyll alwayes more loue the dissolute and fre lyfe, then suche a paynefull, vertuous, and laudable lyfe in wedlocke. And such wild, careless Persons, will always more love the dissolute and from life, then such a painful, virtuous, and laudable life in wedlock. cc d j, j n2, vmb av dc n1 dt j cc p-acp n1, cs d dt j, j, cc j n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 56
11 Howe be it plages and punyshmentes ouertake them nowe a dayes very sore. Howe be it plagues and punishments overtake them now a days very soar. np1 vbb pn31 n2 cc n2 vvb pno32 av dt n2 av av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 56
12 for besides that that such persones without wedlocke, pollute themselues with synnes wilfully, & cause God to be enemy vnto themselues, they are also punysshed with bodely plages, that not onely money and goodes, doth waste away by suche people, for beside that that such Persons without wedlock, pollute themselves with Sins wilfully, & cause God to be enemy unto themselves, they Are also punished with bodily plagues, that not only money and goods, does waste away by such people, c-acp a-acp cst d d n2 p-acp n1, vvi px32 p-acp n2 av-j, cc n1 np1 pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp px32, pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp j n2, cst xx av-j n1 cc n2-j, vdz vvi av p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 56
13 but also they must paye for it in their skinnes. For in suche filthy lyuinge, reigne many maner of diseases and plages, sometyme open shame, but also they must pay for it in their skins. For in such filthy living, Reign many manner of diseases and plagues, sometime open shame, cc-acp av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp po32 n2. p-acp p-acp d j j-vvg, vvi d n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, av j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 56
14 and reuilynge, somtyme also murther, & other calamityes. and reviling, sometime also murder, & other calamities. cc vvg, av av n1, cc j-jn n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 56
15 Of suche examples is the worlde full, whereby god sheweth a special earnest, that he wyll haue wedlock kepte pure, and vndespised. Of such Examples is the world full, whereby god shows a special earnest, that he will have wedlock kept pure, and undespised. pp-f d n2 vbz dt n1 j, c-crq n1 vvz dt j n1, cst pns31 vmb vhi n1 vvd j, cc j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 57
16 But whereas some tyme suche tēporal correctiōs followe not. But whereas Some time such temporal corrections follow not. p-acp cs d n1 d j n2 vvb xx. (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 57
17 And god permitteth the wicked persons, to go after their owne wyll, and to abyde in reputacion, And god permitteth the wicked Persons, to go After their own will, and to abide in reputation, cc n1 vvz dt j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 57
18 and healthfull body, & great goodes, Euen there is surely a worse tourne to be attended, and healthful body, & great goods, Even there is surely a Worse turn to be attended, cc j n1, cc j n2-j, av pc-acp vbz av-j dt jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 57
19 namely, the wrath and indignation, of God in the worlde to come and the euerlastynge damnation. namely, the wrath and Indignation, of God in the world to come and the everlasting damnation. av, dt n1 cc n1, pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 57
20 Lyke as nowe the madde yonge worlde abhorreth matrimony for suche free, wyllfull lyues sake. Like as now the mad young world abhorreth matrimony for such free, wyllfull lives sake. av-j c-acp av dt j j n1 vvz n1 p-acp d j, j ng1 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 57
21 Euen so is it manifeste of the other parte, that the Deuyll hath blyndedsome in suche wyse, that they, of mere holynes, lyke as the other of mere wilfulnes, haue despised matrimony, Eve so is it manifest of the other part, that the devil hath blyndedsome in such wise, that they, of mere holiness, like as the other of mere wilfulness, have despised matrimony, np1 av vbz pn31 j pp-f dt j-jn n1, cst dt n1 vhz j p-acp d n1, cst pns32, pp-f j n1, av-j c-acp dt n-jn pp-f j n1, vhb vvn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 57
22 and chosen a dissolute lyfe without wedlocke. Accordyng as Saynt Paule hath prophecyed. i. Timo. iiij That it shall come so farre, that certeyne spirites of errour vnder the pretense of great holynes, shall forbidde matrimony. and chosen a dissolute life without wedlock. According as Saint Paul hath prophesied. i. Timothy iiij That it shall come so Far, that certain spirits of error under the pretense of great holiness, shall forbid matrimony. cc vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1. vvg p-acp n1 np1 vhz vvd. sy. np1 crd d pn31 vmb vvi av av-j, cst j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, vmb vvb n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 57
23 As we se by the Pope, and all hys Byshoppes, Priestes, freares & Nonnes, whiche forswere matrimony, As we see by the Pope, and all his Bishops, Priests, freares & Nuns, which forswear matrimony, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc d po31 n2, n2, n2 cc n2, r-crq vvi n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 57
24 and wyll be called spirituall people, because they lyue without wedlocke and lyue not in a carnal state, as they iudge matrimony. and will be called spiritual people, Because they live without wedlock and live not in a carnal state, as they judge matrimony. cc vmb vbi vvn j n1, c-acp pns32 vvi p-acp n1 cc vvi xx p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns32 vvb n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 57
25 But in an angelicall or spirituall state, and haue called them selues alone spiritual for this cause, But in an angelical or spiritual state, and have called them selves alone spiritual for this cause, p-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1, cc vhb vvn pno32 n2 av-j j p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 58
26 as though, thei which lyue in the state of matrimony, myght not be spiritual also, as well as they? as though, they which live in the state of matrimony, might not be spiritual also, as well as they? c-acp cs, pns32 r-crq vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmd xx vbi j av, c-acp av c-acp pns32? (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 58
27 This is the occasion, because that matrimony is so common, and hath no speciall regard before the world. This is the occasion, Because that matrimony is so Common, and hath no special regard before the world. d vbz dt n1, c-acp cst n1 vbz av j, cc vhz dx j n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 58
28 Therfore haue the popes blessed, or they of the spiritualtie, refused suche slyghte common lyfe, Therefore have the Popes blessed, or they of the spiritualty, refused such slyghte Common life, av vhb dt n2 vvn, cc pns32 pp-f dt n1, vvd d n1 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 58
29 and haue taken some speciall thynge before them, whiche myght be more regarded, then that a Citesen sitteth at home with hys wyfe fyndeth hys children and familie with soure labour, and have taken Some special thing before them, which might be more regarded, then that a Christian Sitteth At home with his wife findeth his children and family with sour labour, cc vhb vvn d j n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vmd vbi av-dc vvn, av cst dt np1 vvz p-acp n1-an p-acp po31 n1 vvz po31 n2 cc n1 p-acp j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 58
30 and doth suche lyke thynges, accordynge to hys vocation. and does such like things, according to his vocation. cc vdz d vvb n2, vvg p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 58
31 For thys is the nature of the worlde, whatsoeuer is common, the same doth she not regarde. For this is the nature of the world, whatsoever is Common, the same does she not regard. p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz j, dt d vdz pns31 xx vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 58
32 Agayn whatsoeuer is straunge and not common the same doth euery man couet to haue. No man doth counte this for a special thinge, that the sunne shyneth euery daye. Again whatsoever is strange and not Common the same does every man covet to have. No man does count this for a special thing, that the sun shineth every day. av q-crq vbz j cc xx j dt d vdz d n1 vvb pc-acp vhi. dx n1 vdz vvb d p-acp dt j n1, cst dt n1 vvz d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 58
33 But whan the thicke darkenes continued so longe in Egypte, then did they learne vndoubtedly, But when the thick darkness continued so long in Egypt, then did they Learn undoubtedly, cc-acp c-crq dt j n1 vvd av av-j p-acp np1, av vdd pns32 vvi av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 58
34 & fynde fulwel, that the sunne and the brightnes thereof, is a glorious thynge, and a fayre great benefite. & find fulwel, that the sun and the brightness thereof, is a glorious thing, and a fair great benefit. cc vvi n1, cst dt n1 cc dt n1 av, vbz dt j n1, cc dt j j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 58
35 Also we counte it for no special grace when it rayneth. Also we count it for no special grace when it raineth. av pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dx j n1 c-crq pn31 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 58
36 But when there came no rayne in the kyngdome of Israell, in the tyme of Elias, But when there Come no rain in the Kingdom of Israel, in the time of Elias, cc-acp c-crq pc-acp vvd dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 58
37 for the space of thre yeres, and a halfe, then dyd they learne, that it was a great benefite. for the Molle of Three Years, and a half, then did they Learn, that it was a great benefit. p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, cc dt n-jn, av vdd pns32 vvi, cst pn31 vbds dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 59
38 Euen so happeneth it vnto the holy state of matrimony, amonge the Papistes also, because it is suche a common state, that euery plowe man may come to it. Even so Happeneth it unto the holy state of matrimony, among the Papists also, Because it is such a Common state, that every plow man may come to it. av av vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt njp2 av, c-acp pn31 vbz d dt j n1, cst d n1 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 59
39 Therfore haue the popes Spiritualtye despised suche a commō lyfe, and haue inuented and taken vpon them, a speciall and sundry lyfe, that myght seme to be of greater estimation, before the people. Therefore have the Popes Spiritualty despised such a Common life, and have invented and taken upon them, a special and sundry life, that might seem to be of greater estimation, before the people. av vhb dt ng1 n1 vvd d dt j n1, cc vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32, dt j cc j n1, cst vmd vvi pc-acp vbi pp-f jc n1, p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 59
40 As Nicolaus de lyra sayth vpon the xij. chapiter of Daniel. As Nicolaus the Lyram say upon the xij. chapter of daniel. p-acp np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp dt crd. n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 59
41 That Antichriste shal not regarde the loue of women for thys cause, that he maye make to hym selfe a greater apearaunce of holynes. That Antichrist shall not regard the love of women for this cause, that he may make to him self a greater apearaunce of holiness. cst np1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 n1 dt jc n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 59
42 But what good ensueth thereof, it is euident. But what good ensueth thereof, it is evident. p-acp r-crq j vvz av, pn31 vbz j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 59
43 In so muche yt by reason we shoulde learne by theyr example, yt matrymony is a glorious and an holy lyfe. In so much that by reason we should Learn by their Exampl, that matrimony is a glorious and an holy life. p-acp av av-d pn31 p-acp n1 pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po32 n1, pn31 n1 vbz dt j cc dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 59
44 for as muche as they are punyshed with dyuers abhominable and horryble synnes, euen because that they contemne wedlocke. for as much as they Are punished with Diverse abominable and horrible Sins, even Because that they contemn wedlock. c-acp c-acp d c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j j cc j n2, av c-acp cst pns32 vvb n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 59
45 for they haue in no point so hole, agaynste all reason, and nature misused themselues as in this poynt. for they have in no point so hold, against all reason, and nature misused themselves as in this point. c-acp pns32 vhb p-acp dx n1 av n1, p-acp d n1, cc n1 vvn px32 p-acp p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 59
46 For as muche nowe, as the state of matrimony, is abhorred of the workemongers or ypocrytes, For as much now, as the state of matrimony, is abhorred of the workemongers or Hypocrites, c-acp a-acp av-d av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz vvn pp-f dt n2 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 59
47 and rawe people in the world, & is coūted, either for a cōmō & vnholy, or els for a hard & straight lyfe. and raw people in the world, & is counted, either for a Common & unholy, or Else for a hard & straight life. cc j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vbz vvn, av-d p-acp dt j cc j, cc av p-acp dt j cc j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 59
48 So is it necessarye, to obtayne out of the worde of god, a right vnderstōding of matrimony, So is it necessary, to obtain out of the word of god, a right understanding of matrimony, np1 vbz pn31 j, pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 60
49 and to teache agaynst suche false opinions what god speaketh of the lyfe of matrimony. To thintēt that first the yonge people may learne, wherfore matrimony is to be taken. and to teach against such false opinions what god speaks of the life of matrimony. To intent that First the young people may Learn, Wherefore matrimony is to be taken. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2 r-crq n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp n1 cst ord dt j n1 vmb vvi, c-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 60
50 After that, that they may knowe also, howe they shall behaue thē selues therein. After that, that they may know also, how they shall behave them selves therein. p-acp d, cst pns32 vmb vvi av, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi pno32 n2 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 60
51 So that men abide not onely by that that the worlde speaketh & holdeth thereof with her madde sainctes. So that men abide not only by that that the world speaks & holds thereof with her mad Saints. av d n2 vvb xx av-j p-acp cst d dt n1 vvz cc vvz av p-acp po31 j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 60
52 But that whiche god and hys worde, speketh therof. But that which god and his word, Speaketh thereof. p-acp cst r-crq n1 cc po31 n1, vvz av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 60
53 Albe it, that the holy scripture is full of such sentences, where in the state of matrimony is highly praysed. Albe it, that the holy scripture is full of such sentences, where in the state of matrimony is highly praised. cs pn31, cst dt j n1 vbz j pp-f d n2, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 60
54 yet wyl we neuertheles nowe at thys tyme abyde by this sayenge. Hebre. xiij, whiche soundeth thus. yet will we nevertheless now At this time abide by this saying. Hebrew xiij, which soundeth thus. av vmb pns12 av av p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp d vvg. np1 crd, r-crq vvz av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 60
55 Vvedlocke is to be had in honour, amonge all men, & the bed vndefyled. As for hoore kepers, and aduouterers, God shall iudge them. Wedlock is to be had in honour, among all men, & the Bed undefiled. As for hoore keepers, and aduouterers, God shall judge them. n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n1, p-acp d n2, cc dt n1 j. p-acp p-acp zz n2, cc n2, np1 vmb vvi pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 60
56 This sentence is good and shorte, whiche besydes that, that she speaketh greatly in the prayse of matrimony, This sentence is good and short, which besides that, that she speaks greatly in the praise of matrimony, d n1 vbz j cc j, r-crq p-acp d, cst pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 60
57 & threateneth those sore, that despise matrimony, maketh also an after thynkyng, why and wherfore he wyll haue this matrimony had in such honour. & threateneth those soar, that despise matrimony, makes also an After thinking, why and Wherefore he will have this matrimony had in such honour. cc vvz d n1, cst vvb n1, vvz av dt a-acp vvg, c-crq cc c-crq pns31 vmb vhi d n1 vhd p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 60
58 Notwitbstandynge that it is so despysed and abhorred in the worlde. And ye meanyng of thys sentence is this. Notwithstanding that it is so despised and abhorred in the world. And you meaning of this sentence is this. vvg cst pn31 vbz av vvd cc vvn p-acp dt n1. cc pn22 n1 pp-f d n1 vbz d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 60
59 That wedlock is an honourable, goodly and costely thynge. To thintent that all they which are the rein, shoulde holde and counte theyr lyues, That wedlock is an honourable, goodly and costly thing. To intent that all they which Are the rein, should hold and count their lives, cst n1 vbz dt j, j cc j n1. p-acp n1 cst d pns32 r-crq vbr dt n1, vmd vvi cc vvb po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 61
60 for a noble, honourable, and goodly garnyshynge. for a noble, honourable, and goodly garnishing. p-acp dt j, j, cc av-j vvg. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 61
61 Appeare it before the worlde as it wyll, and ye worlde speake of it what she wyll. Appear it before the world as it will, and you world speak of it what she will. vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pn31 vmb, cc pn22 n1 vvi pp-f pn31 r-crq pns31 vmb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 61
62 Thys godly iudgement of matrimony, as euery man mayse, soundeth farre other wyse than the worlde hath imagined thereof. This godly judgement of matrimony, as every man mayse, soundeth Far other wise than the world hath imagined thereof. d j n1 pp-f n1, c-acp d n1 n1, vvz av-j j-jn n1 cs dt n1 vhz vvn av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 61
63 for yf the worlde dyd counte matrimony so precious and honourable, she woulde not flee from it, and lyue without wedlocke. for if the world did count matrimony so precious and honourable, she would not flee from it, and live without wedlock. c-acp cs dt n1 vdd vvb n1 av j cc j, pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31, cc vvi p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 61
64 But lyke as men haste them selues thitherwarde where they loke for some good costely thynges. But like as men haste them selves thitherward where they look for Some good costly things. p-acp av-j c-acp n2 vvb pno32 n2 av c-crq pns32 vvi p-acp d j j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 61
65 Euen so shoulde they also snatche after wedlock, with loue and ioye, and not defende themselues so from it with hande and fote as the wilde dieres agaynst the dogges. Eve so should they also snatch After wedlock, with love and joy, and not defend themselves so from it with hand and foot as the wild dieres against the Dogs. np1 av vmd pns32 av vvb p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc xx vvi px32 av p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n2 p-acp dt n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 61
66 for that the worlde doth so spurne at kycke at it, now ymaginyng thys, now that is altogether a sygne, yt she neyther knoweth Goddes worde, concernyng matrimonye, for that the world does so spurn At kycke At it, now ymaginyng this, now that is altogether a Signen, that she neither Knoweth Goddess word, Concerning matrimony, p-acp cst dt n1 vdz av vvi p-acp j p-acp pn31, av vvg d, av cst vbz av dt n1, pn31 pns31 av-dx vvz npg1 n1, vvg n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 61
67 nor yet beleueth the same, or els she woulde applye her selues a lytel otherwyse to it. nor yet Believeth the same, or Else she would apply her selves a little otherwise to it. ccx av vvz dt d, cc av pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2 dt j av p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 61
68 But what the occasion is, yt the worlde thus spurneth at the state of matrimony is partly touched before, That nomā wil gladly be bounde, and feareth that it myght succede vnluckely. But what the occasion is, that the world thus spurneth At the state of matrimony is partly touched before, That Roman will gladly be bound, and fears that it might succeed unluckily. cc-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz, pn31 dt n1 av vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn a-acp, cst n1 vmb av-j vbi vvn, cc vvz cst pn31 vmd vvi av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 62
69 Therfore shall it be necessary that we also here in this parte, seke, and declare the occasyon or cause: Therefore shall it be necessary that we also Here in this part, seek, and declare the occasion or cause: av vmb pn31 vbi j cst pns12 av av p-acp d n1, vvi, cc vvi dt n1 cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 62
70 wherfore the holy scripture boasteth and prayseth wedlock so, highly & honourably. And specially shoulde the Christians well remember and ponder suche occasions and causes. Wherefore the holy scripture boasts and Praiseth wedlock so, highly & honourably. And specially should the Christians well Remember and ponder such occasions and Causes. c-crq dt j n1 vvz cc vvz n1 av, av-j cc av-j. cc av-j vmd dt njpg2 n1 vvb cc vvi d n2 cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 62
71 To thin tēt that they myght mete with the worlde, and be able to defende matrimony agaynste the euyll speakynges of the worlde. To thin tent that they might meet with the world, and be able to defend matrimony against the evil speakings of the world. p-acp j n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n-jn n2 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 62
72 So is nowe the first occasion, that it maye be proued by the worde of god, that matrimony was instituted of God hymselfe, and planted in oure nature. So is now the First occasion, that it may be proved by the word of god, that matrimony was instituted of God himself, and planted in our nature. av vbz av dt ord n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 vbds vvn pp-f np1 px31, cc vvd p-acp po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 62
73 Accordynge as the same is clearly described in the fyrst Boke of Moses. And Christe speaketh in the newe Testament. Mat. xix. He that made man at the beginnynge, made them man and woman, and sayd. According as the same is clearly described in the fyrst Book of Moses. And Christ speaks in the new Testament. Mathew xix. He that made man At the beginning, made them man and woman, and said. vvg p-acp dt d vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1. cc np1 vvz p-acp dt j n1. np1 crd. pns31 cst vvd n1 p-acp dt n1, vvd pno32 n1 cc n1, cc vvd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 62
74 for thys cause shall a man leaue father & mother, & shall cleaue vnto hys wyfe. for this cause shall a man leave father & mother, & shall cleave unto his wife. p-acp d n1 vmb dt n1 vvb n1 cc n1, cc vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 62
75 Againe sayth he, whatsoeuer cometh together by the waye of matrimony, the same hath God coupled together &c. Let thys be vnto euerye man a glorious and greate reioysynge, and prayse of matrimony, that it is not a worke of man wrought by hys owne wyll. But the worke of God. Again say he, whatsoever comes together by the Way of matrimony, the same hath God coupled together etc. Let this be unto every man a glorious and great rejoicing, and praise of matrimony, that it is not a work of man wrought by his own will. But the work of God. av vvz pns31, r-crq vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt d vhz np1 vvn av av vvb d vbi p-acp d n1 dt j cc j n-vvg, cc n1 pp-f n1, cst pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po31 d n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 62
76 vnto the whiche god hymselfe hath created man. unto the which god himself hath created man. p-acp dt r-crq n1 px31 vhz vvn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 63
77 So that a couple of wedded folkes, before the face of God, with al trueth may boaste them selues of this, that they are in an estate, which is acceptable vnto God, whiche God hymselfe hath instituted and plāted in nature. So that a couple of wedded folks, before the face of God, with all truth may boast them selves of this, that they Are in an estate, which is acceptable unto God, which God himself hath instituted and planted in nature. av cst dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1 vmb n1 pno32 n2 pp-f d, cst pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp np1, r-crq np1 px31 vhz vvn cc vvn p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 63
78 and whylest they lyue in suche estate, that they lyue in the worke, yea also in ye righte and proper pleasure or delyte of God. and whilst they live in such estate, that they live in the work, yea also in you right and proper pleasure or delight of God. cc cs pns32 vvi p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1, uh av p-acp pn22 j-jn cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 63
79 This reioysyng hath not the Pope nor hys heape. For they can shewe no where, yt God cōmaunded thē to lyue withoute wedlocke. This rejoicing hath not the Pope nor his heap. For they can show no where, that God commanded them to live without wedlock. d vvg vhz xx dt n1 ccx po31 n1. p-acp pns32 vmb vvi dx c-crq, pn31 n1 vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 63
80 Vvherfore then the contrary parte followeth, whylest they continue withoute wedlocke, that they lyue withoute and agaynste the worde, wil commaundement, Wherefore then the contrary part follows, whilst they continue without wedlock, that they live without and against the word, will Commandment, c-crq av dt j-jn n1 vvz, cs pns32 vvb p-acp n1, cst pns32 vvi p-acp cc p-acp dt n1, vmb n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 63
81 and pleasure of god, but in theyr own wyll, which neuer can please God. and pleasure of god, but in their own will, which never can please God. cc n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp po32 d n1, r-crq av-x vmb vvi np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 63
82 Therfore when thei haue aduersite, euen as thei do deserue, then is it vnpossible that they can haue the conforte, which the wedded men haue, whiche can admonyshe God in all maner of aduersities and troubles and saye. Therefore when they have adversity, even as they do deserve, then is it unpossible that they can have the Comfort, which the wedded men have, which can admonish God in all manner of adversities and Troubles and say. av c-crq pns32 vhb n1, av c-acp pns32 vdb vvi, av vbz pn31 j cst pns32 vmb vhi dt n1, r-crq dt j-vvn n2 vhb, r-crq vmb vvi np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 cc vvb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 63
83 O Lorde god, thys & another aduersite presseth me. Oh Lord god, this & Another adversity Presseth me. uh n1 n1, d cc j-jn n1 vvz pno11. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 63
84 And thou knowest, that suche trouble happeneth vnto me and cometh vpon me, euen in thesame state, whiche thou dyddest shape and institute in Paradyse with man. And thou Knowest, that such trouble Happeneth unto me and comes upon me, even in The same state, which thou didst shape and institute in Paradise with man. cc pns21 vv2, cst d n1 vvz p-acp pno11 cc vvz p-acp pno11, av p-acp j n1, r-crq pns21 vdd2 vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 64
85 Therfore helpe, that we in this life instituted, shapen, and entretayned by the, may be deliuered of this and that trouble, and aduersitie &c. With suche a prayer dare the maryed men come before God, where as the other lyue in their owne deuotion contrary to the worde and wil of God, Therefore help, that we in this life instituted, shapen, and entretayned by thee, may be Delivered of this and that trouble, and adversity etc. With such a prayer Dare the married men come before God, where as the other live in their own devotion contrary to the word and will of God, av vvb, cst pns12 p-acp d n1 vvn, vvn, cc vvd p-acp pno32, vmb vbi vvn pp-f d cc d n1, cc n1 av p-acp d dt n1 vvb dt vvn n2 vvb p-acp np1, c-crq c-acp dt n-jn vvi p-acp po32 d n1 j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 64
86 and therfore they loke for no conforte, neither can they praye a ryght vnto God. and Therefore they look for no Comfort, neither can they pray a right unto God. cc av pns32 vvi p-acp dx n1, dx vmb pns32 vvb dt j-jn p-acp np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 64
87 Therfore when the Pope, and hys vnmaried sorte, laude and prayse muche theyr monkerie and Celibate lyfe. Therefore when the Pope, and his unmarried sort, laud and praise much their monkery and Celibate life. av c-crq dt n1, cc po31 j n1, n1 cc vvi d po32 n1 cc np1 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 64
88 Thē laude and prayse thou moche more thys lyfe of matrimony, whereon hangeth thys gloryous name & tittel, that it is a godly lyfe, shapen & comuaunded of God, Them laud and praise thou much more this life of matrimony, whereon hangs this glorious name & tittel, that it is a godly life, shapen & comuaunded of God, av n1 cc n1 pns21 d av-dc d n1 pp-f n1, c-crq vvz d j n1 cc vvi, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1, vvn cc vvn pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 64
89 and hys worde, whiche no freare nor priest shal be able at any tyme to boaste of his Celibate lyfe. and his word, which no freare nor priest shall be able At any time to boast of his Celibate life. cc po31 n1, r-crq dx n1 ccx n1 vmb vbi j p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 np1 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 64
90 Thys is nowe the fyrst, & also the greatest occasyon, yt wedlocke, as the text sayth, is to be had in honoure. This is now the fyrst, & also the greatest occasion, that wedlock, as the text say, is to be had in honour. d vbz av dt ord, cc av dt js n1, pn31 n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, vbz pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 64
91 for as there is no thynge withoute nor aboue God, euen so can there also be nothynge more excellēt nor better vpō earth, for as there is no thing without nor above God, even so can there also be nothing more excellent nor better upon earth, c-acp c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp ccx p-acp np1, av av vmb a-acp av vbi pix av-dc j ccx j p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 64
92 then that whiche he hymselfe dyd shape and ordeyne. As the texte maketh mention in the fyrste boke of Moyses. then that which he himself did shape and ordain. As the text makes mention in the First book of Moses. av cst r-crq pns31 px31 vdd vvi cc vvb. p-acp dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 64
93 And God sawe euery thyng that he had made, and beholde it was exceding good. Amonge these shapen thynges which were all excedynge good, is also wedlocke. And God saw every thing that he had made, and behold it was exceeding good. Among these shapen things which were all exceeding good, is also wedlock. cc np1 vvd d n1 cst pns31 vhd vvn, cc vvb pn31 vbds vvg j. p-acp d vvn n2 r-crq vbdr d j-vvg j, vbz av n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 65
94 The celebate lyfe is not amonge them, but the Deuyll hath inuented it, yf mē wyl holde it for a goddes seruyce, The celebate life is not among them, but the devil hath invented it, if men will hold it for a God's service, dt n1 n1 vbz xx p-acp pno32, cc-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pn31, cs n2 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 65
95 and compel the people thereto, as the Pope doth. The other cause is, that god hath not onely instituted matrimonye. and compel the people thereto, as the Pope does. The other cause is, that god hath not only instituted matrimony. cc vvi dt n1 av, c-acp dt n1 vdz. dt j-jn n1 vbz, cst n1 vhz xx av-j vvn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 65
96 But also he hath geuen his blessyng, therevnto. But also he hath given his blessing, thereunto. p-acp av pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 65
97 The same blessing standeth not onely barely in that, that god geueth childrē for there be also children borne oute of wedlocke. The same blessing Stands not only barely in that, that god Giveth children for there be also children born out of wedlock. dt d n1 vvz xx av-j av-j p-acp d, cst n1 vvz n2 p-acp pc-acp vbi av n2 vvn av pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 65
98 But ye god hath a delyte and pleasure in the ryght children, & in the hole confederation, But you god hath a delight and pleasure in the right children, & in the hold confederation, p-acp pn22 n1 vhz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n2, cc p-acp dt n1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 65
99 & geueth grace, that they be well brought vp, well nourysshed and preserued. Therfore setteth the. Cxxviij. psal me also this among the blesssynges of the godfearynge people which lyue in wedlocke. & Giveth grace, that they be well brought up, well nourished and preserved. Therefore sets thee. Cxxviij. Psalm me also this among the blesssynges of the godfearynge people which live in wedlock. cc vvz n1, cst pns32 vbb av vvd a-acp, av vvn cc vvn. av vvz pno32. crd. n1 pno11 av d p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt vvg n1 r-crq vvi p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 65
100 That they eate of the labours of their handes, and shall se theyr childers children. That they eat of the labours of their hands, and shall see their childers children. cst pns32 vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, cc vmb vvi po32 n2 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 65
101 That is, godfearynge people lyuinge in wedlocke shal haue this blessynge, to theyr sustentation and children that they shal remayne and prospere. That is, godfearynge people living in wedlock shall have this blessing, to their sustentation and children that they shall remain and prosper. cst vbz, vvg n1 vvg p-acp n1 vmb vhi d n1, p-acp po32 n1 cc n2 cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 65
102 Contrary to the whiche, in the Celibate lyfe, money and goodes vanyshe and waste awaye, and all maner of calamitie foloweth. Contrary to the which, in the Celibate life, money and goods vanish and waste away, and all manner of calamity Followeth. j-jn p-acp dt r-crq, p-acp dt np1 n1, n1 cc n2-j vvb cc vvi av, cc d n1 pp-f n1 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 65
103 Thys shoulde also by reason moue vs, that we myght gette lust and loue towardes thys state, seynge we fynde therein not onely the wyl of god, This should also by reason move us, that we might get lust and love towards this state, sing we find therein not only the will of god, d vmd av p-acp n1 vvb pno12, cst pns12 vmd vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1, vvb pns12 vvi av xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 66
104 but also al maner of blessynges. but also all manner of blessings. cc-acp av d n1 pp-f n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 66
105 And there must nedes be smal felicitie, & health loked for, amonge those that despyse suche conforte and promyse of God, And there must needs be small felicity, & health looked for, among those that despise such Comfort and promise of God, cc a-acp vmb av vbi j n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp, p-acp d cst vvi d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 66
106 and preferre theyr fre and wylful lyfe. and prefer their from and wilful life. cc vvi po32 p-acp cc j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 66
107 It is also to be feared, leste the wrath of God myght be so kyndled agaynste those yt do long continue in suche despisynge, that although thei should at the last geue them selues to the state of matrimony, they shoulde neyther haue prosperite nor helth. It is also to be feared, lest the wrath of God might be so kindled against those that do long continue in such despising, that although they should At the last give them selves to the state of matrimony, they should neither have Prosperity nor health. pn31 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi av vvn p-acp d pn31 vvz av-j vvi p-acp d vvg, cst cs pns32 vmd p-acp dt ord vvi pno32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmd av-dx vhi n1 ccx n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 66
108 Euen as it cometh to passe oftentymes, yt men through vngratiousnes and other vnhappynes in youth, without wedlocke deserue & cause, that they haue but fewe good daies in wedlocke, Eve as it comes to pass oftentimes, that men through vngratiousnes and other unhappiness in youth, without wedlock deserve & cause, that they have but few good days in wedlock, np1 c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi av, pn31 n2 p-acp n1 cc j-jn n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 vvi cc n1, cst pns32 vhb p-acp d j n2 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 66
109 and that bothe the woman and the children fare amisse. and that both the woman and the children fare amiss. cc cst d dt n1 cc dt n2 vvb av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 66
110 for as it is mentioned before, God wil execute suche iudgement vpon the state of Matrimony, that all they shall be punysshed, that lyue in vnclenlynes, and geue occasion of offence. for as it is mentioned before, God will execute such judgement upon the state of Matrimony, that all they shall be punished, that live in vnclenlynes, and give occasion of offence. c-acp c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp, np1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst d pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cst vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 66
111 Therfore shal the yong people prepare thē selues by tymes towardes it, and kepe themselues in the feare of God, Therefore shall the young people prepare them selves by times towards it, and keep themselves in the Fear of God, av vmb dt j n1 vvb pno32 n2 p-acp n2 p-acp pn31, cc vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 66
112 and in clenlynes, To thintent that thei themselues do not hynder & kepe backe ye blessyng, which God hath ioygned with matrimony. and in clenlynes, To intent that they themselves do not hinder & keep back you blessing, which God hath joined with matrimony. cc p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cst pns32 px32 vdb xx vvi cc vvi av pn22 n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 66
113 The thyrde cause, yt wedlocke is to be had in honour, is this, that in thys state for the moost parte the greatest sainctes haue ended theyr lyues, The Third cause, that wedlock is to be had in honour, is this, that in this state for the most part the greatest Saints have ended their lives, dt ord n1, pn31 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n1, vbz d, cst p-acp d n1 p-acp dt av-ds n1 dt js n2 vhb vvn po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 67
114 as the hole old and newe testament withnesseth. as the hold old and new Testament withnesseth. c-acp dt n1 j cc j n1 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 67
115 But yf thou wilt knowe, why they haue all lyued in wedlocke, I can shewe thy no better nor surer reason, But if thou wilt know, why they have all lived in wedlock, I can show thy no better nor Surer reason, p-acp cs pns21 vm2 vvi, c-crq pns32 vhb d vvd p-acp n1, pns11 vmb vvi po21 dx jc ccx jc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 67
116 thā that all Godly men, haue alwayes ordered and kepte themselues after the wyll and worde of god. than that all Godly men, have always ordered and kept themselves After the will and word of god. cs cst d j n2, vhb av vvn cc vvd px32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 67
117 And for as moche as god hymselfe hath instituted and commaunded Matrimony. And for as much as god himself hath instituted and commanded Matrimony. cc c-acp c-acp d c-acp n1 px31 vhz vvn cc vvn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 67
118 So haue they as obedyent Persons, which had nede of suche ordinaunce of god, geuen thēselues willingly and gladly into the state of matrimony for gods and their nedes sake. So have they as obedient Persons, which had need of such Ordinance of god, given themselves willingly and gladly into the state of matrimony for God's and their needs sake. av vhb pns32 p-acp j n2, r-crq vhd n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, vvn px32 av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 cc po32 n2 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 67
119 Not regardyng, that the worlde and the common people loued more the fre and wilfull lyfe. Not regarding, that the world and the Common people loved more the from and wilful life. xx vvg, cst dt n1 cc dt j n1 vvd av-dc cs p-acp cc j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 67
120 Nowe, this is not a smal reioysynge, that whosoeuer is coupled in wedlocke, may say with a fre and bolde conscience, that he is euē in the same state, wherin the Patriarkes, Prophetes, the holy Apostles and other sainctes most commonly haue lyued, Now, this is not a small rejoicing, that whosoever is coupled in wedlock, may say with a from and bold conscience, that he is even in the same state, wherein the Patriarchs, prophets, the holy Apostles and other Saints most commonly have lived, av, d vbz xx dt j n-vvg, cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt p-acp cc j n1, cst pns31 vbz av p-acp dt d n1, c-crq dt n2, n2, dt j n2 cc j-jn n2 av-ds av-j vhi vvd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 67
121 whereas contrarywyse the celibate lyfe, was fyrst begonne of certayne heretykes, because they would make them selues thereby a sundry pretense and colour of holynes. whereas contrariwise the celibate life, was fyrst begun of certain Heretics, Because they would make them selves thereby a sundry pretense and colour of holiness. cs av dt n1 n1, vbds ord vvn pp-f j n2, c-acp pns32 vmd vvi pno32 n2 av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 68
122 And was afterwarde confirmed of the Pope as of the Archefather of all hypocrisye, and boasted for an holy lyfe. And was afterward confirmed of the Pope as of the Archfather of all hypocrisy, and boasted for an holy life. cc vbds av vvn pp-f dt n1 c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc vvd p-acp dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 68
123 For as concernyng Iohn the Baptiste, and other suche lyke, which for the kyngdome of heauens sake, For as Concerning John the Baptiste, and other such like, which for the Kingdom of heavens sake, c-acp c-acp vvg np1 dt np1, cc j-jn d av-j, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 68
124 as Christe doth call it, dyd abstracte thēselues from wedlocke, it hath a sundry meanyng. as Christ does call it, did abstract themselves from wedlock, it hath a sundry meaning. c-acp np1 vdz vvi pn31, vdd vvi px32 p-acp n1, pn31 vhz dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 68
125 We speake here in generall, of all them, that wyll be Christians, and can not lyue chaste out of wedlocke. We speak Here in general, of all them, that will be Christians, and can not live chaste out of wedlock. pns12 vvb av p-acp n1, pp-f d pno32, cst vmb vbi np1, cc vmb xx vvi j av pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 68
126 Vnto those it is very confortable that they se before thē examples of so many greate saynctes, which haue all lyued in wedlocke, Unto those it is very comfortable that they see before them Examples of so many great Saints, which have all lived in wedlock, p-acp d pn31 vbz av j cst pns32 vvb p-acp pno32 n2 pp-f av d j n2, r-crq vhb d vvd p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 68
127 and haue gone before vs in this holy ordre. Truely this is a great prayse to wedlocke. and have gone before us in this holy ordre. Truly this is a great praise to wedlock. cc vhb vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d j fw-fr. av-j d vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 68
128 for who woulde not rather be found among suche a companye of holy men, in lyke lyfe estate and conuersatiō with them, for who would not rather be found among such a company of holy men, in like life estate and Conversation with them, p-acp r-crq vmd xx av-c vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp av-j n1 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 68
129 then by the Pope, and hys hole flocke, whiche in thys & in other affayres lyue so manifestly agaynst Goddes cōmaundement, then by the Pope, and his hold flock, which in this & in other affairs live so manifestly against Goddess Commandment, av p-acp dt n1, cc po31 j-jn n1, r-crq p-acp d cc p-acp j-jn n2 vvi av av-j p-acp npg1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 68
130 and the examples of hys saynctes. and the Examples of his Saints. cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 68
131 The fourth occasyon, wherfore wedlocke is to be had in honour and reuerence, and not in contempte, is this. The fourth occasion, Wherefore wedlock is to be had in honour and Reverence, and not in contempt, is this. dt ord n1, c-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc xx p-acp n1, vbz d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 68
132 That without wedlocke, we can not well lyue withoute synne, and in a good Conscience. for thus sayth Christe, wheras he speaketh of them that lyue withoute wedlocke. That without wedlock, we can not well live without sin, and in a good Conscience. for thus say Christ, whereas he speaks of them that live without wedlock. cst p-acp n1, pns12 vmb xx av vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j n1. p-acp av vvz np1, cs pns31 vvz pp-f pno32 d vvi p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 68
133 Al men can not cōprehende thys sayenge. And saint Paule commaundeth, To auoyde fornication, let euery man haue hys wyfe. All men can not comprehend this saying. And saint Paul commandeth, To avoid fornication, let every man have his wife. d n2 vmb xx vvi d vvg. cc n1 np1 vvz, pc-acp vvi n1, vvb d n1 vhb po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 69
134 For through the original synne is the nature of man weakened and destroyed in such wyse, that very fewe mē out of wedlocke cā lyue in a good conscience. For through the original sin is the nature of man weakened and destroyed in such wise, that very few men out of wedlock can live in a good conscience. p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, cst av d n2 av pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 69
135 Seing then that matrimony is a remedy whiche god himself thereto hath shapen and ordeyned, according as his worde declareth that we stande in a good conscience, and maye lyue chast. Sing then that matrimony is a remedy which god himself thereto hath shapen and ordained, according as his word Declareth that we stand in a good conscience, and may live chaste. vvb av d n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq n1 px31 av vhz vvn cc vvn, vvg p-acp po31 n1 vvz cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc vmb vvi j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 69
136 Vvho wil be so rude & vndiscrete that he wil repute this estate vnholy, as the Pope doth? Who will be so rude & undiscrete that he will repute this estate unholy, as the Pope does? q-crq vmb vbi av j cc j-u cst pns31 vmb vvi d n1 j, c-acp dt n1 vdz? (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 69
137 But as it is aboue specifyed, he hath receyued hys rewarde. But as it is above specified, he hath received his reward. cc-acp p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp vvn, pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 69
138 And to thintent that euery man should esteme the papistes for holy menne, thei haue forsworne Matrimony and fal thereby into the greatest synne, And to intent that every man should esteem the Papists for holy men, they have forsworn Matrimony and fall thereby into the greatest sin, cc p-acp n1 cst d n1 vmd vvb dt njp2 p-acp j n2, pns32 vhb j-vvn n1 cc vvi av p-acp dt js n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 69
139 and shame, in so moche that of their abhominable lyuynge the hole worlde doth syng and saye. and shame, in so much that of their abominable living the hold world does sing and say. cc n1, p-acp av d d pp-f po32 j n-vvg dt j-jn n1 vdz vvi cc vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 69
140 Thei are well serued, why do they so frowardly despise the creation and ordinaūce of god? And we must also for this cause haue wedlocke in honour and in hygh reputacyō, They Are well served, why do they so frowardly despise the creation and Ordinance of god? And we must also for this cause have wedlock in honour and in high reputation, pns32 vbr av vvn, q-crq vdb pns32 av av-j vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1? cc pns12 vmb av p-acp d n1 vhb n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 69
141 and thanke god highly for thys meane, whiche serueth vs for thys ende, that we pollute not ourselues through horedome and suche other vnclenlynes, and thank god highly for this mean, which serveth us for this end, that we pollute not ourselves through whoredom and such other vnclenlynes, cc vvb n1 av-j p-acp d j, r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vvi xx px12 p-acp n1 cc d j-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 70
142 and so fal into the fearfull Iudgement of God, whereof we shal entreate more hereafter. The fyrste and laste cause is thys. and so fall into the fearful Judgement of God, whereof we shall entreat more hereafter. The First and laste cause is this. cc av vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi av-dc av. dt ord cc ord n1 vbz d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 70
143 That wedlocke also therfore is to be had in honour, because it is suche a lyfe, which, That wedlock also Therefore is to be had in honour, Because it is such a life, which, cst n1 av av vbz pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz d dt n1, r-crq, (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 70
144 yf it be kept accordingly, is thoroughout full of good workes. if it be kept accordingly, is throughout full of good works. cs pn31 vbb vvn av-vvg, vbz p-acp j pp-f j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 70
145 for euen the loue which is betwene man and wyfe, is one of the speciall good workes, whiche God hath commaunded and left remaynynge in nature, for even the love which is between man and wife, is one of the special good works, which God hath commanded and left remaining in nature, c-acp av-j dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 cc n1, vbz pi pp-f dt j j n2, r-crq np1 vhz vvn cc vvn vvg p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 70
146 and helpeth with hys holy Goost that we do perfourme them a ryght, & fainte not in thē. and Helpeth with his holy Ghost that we do perform them a right, & faint not in them. cc vvz p-acp po31 j n1 cst pns12 vdb vvi pno32 dt j-jn, cc j xx p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 70
147 Therfore exhorteth also the holy Saynt Paule to suche loue whereas he sayth. ye menne loue youre wyues, & be not bitter vnto them. Coloss. iij. And to the Ephesians in the.v. menne ought to loue their wyues as their own bodies. Therefore exhorteth also the holy Saint Paul to such love whereas he say. you men love your wives, & be not bitter unto them. Coloss. iij. And to the Ephesians in the v men ought to love their wives as their own bodies. av vvz av dt j n1 np1 p-acp d n1 cs pns31 vvz. pn22 n2 vvb po22 n2, cc vbb xx j p-acp pno32. np1 crd. cc p-acp dt njp2 p-acp dt ord n2 vmd pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 70
148 Therfore whosoeuer taketh sure holde on such loue, & suffereth neyther noysome lustes, wrath, nor anye other thinge to tourne himselfe awaye from it, doth a ryght good worke and acceptable vnto god. Therefore whosoever Takes sure hold on such love, & suffers neither noisome lusts, wrath, nor any other thing to turn himself away from it, does a right good work and acceptable unto god. av r-crq vvz j n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvz dx j n2, n1, ccx d j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi px31 av p-acp pn31, vdz dt j-jn j n1 cc j p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 70
149 for here is hys worde, which commaundeth the thys thynge. Thou shalt loue thy wyfe, and not loue flightely. for Here is his word, which commandeth the this thing. Thou shalt love thy wife, and not love flightely. p-acp av vbz po31 n1, r-crq vvz dt d n1. pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1, cc xx vvi av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 70
150 But as christ repeteth the same agayne in the gospell. for thys cause shall a man leaue father & mother, and cleane vnto his wyfe. But as Christ repeateth the same again in the gospel. for this cause shall a man leave father & mother, and clean unto his wife. p-acp p-acp np1 vvz dt d av p-acp dt n1. p-acp d n1 vmb dt n1 vvb n1 cc n1, cc av-j p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 70
151 Vvhere are nowe the shamefull Papistes, whiche abhorre wedlocke as a carnall estate, as though God could not be serued in hys kynde of lyfe. Where Are now the shameful Papists, which abhor wedlock as a carnal estate, as though God could not be served in his kind of life. c-crq vbr av dt j njp2, r-crq vvb n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp cs np1 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 71
152 Notwithstandyng that the loue, without the which wedlocke can not endure, is a greater and hyer goddes seruice, which god, Notwithstanding that the love, without the which wedlock can not endure, is a greater and higher God's service, which god, a-acp d dt n1, p-acp dt r-crq n1 vmb xx vvi, vbz dt jc cc jc n2 n1, r-crq n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 71
153 as we heare, requyreth so earnestly of vs. as we hear, requireth so earnestly of us c-acp pns12 vvb, vvz av av-j pp-f pno12 (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 71
154 Moreouer the loue and faythfulnes, whiche the Parentes bestowe vppon theyr children, namely, that they nourysshe, clothe and bryng them vp in labour and in the feare of god, kepe thē to learnynge, take heede to them & kepe them in theyr sickenes, watching, listing, laieng, couering, washing thē & whatsoeuer there is more of suche lyke, is also a costely worke & acceptable vnto god, whiche the maryed must vse and do dayly and hourely, & almost euery moment. Moreover the love and faithfulness, which the Parents bestow upon their children, namely, that they nourish, cloth and bring them up in labour and in the Fear of god, keep them to learning, take heed to them & keep them in their sickness, watching, listing, laying, covering, washing them & whatsoever there is more of such like, is also a costly work & acceptable unto god, which the married must use and do daily and hourly, & almost every moment. av dt n1 cc n1, r-crq dt n2 vvb p-acp po32 n2, av, cst pns32 vvb, vvb cc vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb pno32 p-acp n1, vvb n1 p-acp pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1, vvg, vvg, vvg, vvg, vvg pno32 cc r-crq a-acp vbz dc pp-f d av-j, vbz av dt j n1 cc j p-acp n1, r-crq dt vvn vmb vvi cc vdi av-j cc av-j, cc av d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 71
155 Nowe should we remember a ryght and lerne, such oure owne lyfe & conuersation, that these are before God mere good workes. Now should we Remember a right and Learn, such our own life & Conversation, that these Are before God mere good works. av vmd pns12 vvi dt j-jn cc vvi, d po12 d n1 cc n1, cst d vbr p-acp np1 j j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 71
156 Then should we not onely be so moche the lustier to matrimony, and to such workes, although they are also paynefull. Then should we not only be so much the lustier to matrimony, and to such works, although they Are also painful. av vmd pns12 xx av-j vbi av av-d dt jc p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n2, cs pns32 vbr av j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 71
157 But also pacienter confortabler, and bolder although somtyme it prospered not all of the beste. But also pacienter confortabler, and bolder although sometime it prospered not all of the best. p-acp av jc-jn jc, cc jc cs av pn31 vvd xx d pp-f dt js. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 71
158 for yf the maryed remember and ponder theyr estate, and theyr lyfe a right, and ordre themselues godly therein, for if the married Remember and ponder their estate, and their life a right, and ordre themselves godly therein, c-acp cs dt vvn vvi cc vvi po32 n1, cc po32 n1 dt j-jn, cc fw-fr px32 j av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 72
159 then must nedes theyr hertes, eyes, handes, & fete sticke full of good and holye workes euery houre. then must needs their herts, eyes, hands, & feet stick full of good and holy works every hour. av vmb av po32 n2, n2, n2, cc n2 vvb j pp-f j cc j n2 d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 72
160 But there lyeth that mischief, where of I haue spoken before, that bycause these workes are so generall, But there lies that mischief, where of I have spoken before, that Because these works Are so general, p-acp pc-acp vvz d n1, c-crq pp-f pns11 vhb vvn a-acp, cst c-acp d n2 vbr av j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 72
161 & smal, they are not regarded. & small, they Are not regarded. cc j, pns32 vbr xx vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 72
162 Agayne, whatsoeuer apeareth glorious, and braggeth furth boldely although in it selfe it be not worth a strawe yet is it taken for honourable and greate. Again, whatsoever appeareth glorious, and braggeth forth boldly although in it self it be not worth a straw yet is it taken for honourable and great. av, r-crq vvz j, cc vvz av av-j cs p-acp pn31 n1 pn31 vbb xx j dt n1 av vbz pn31 vvn p-acp j cc j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 72
163 As we see by the Popes ceremonyes, and hys goddes seruice, notwithstandyng that the least worke in wedlocke, is better in it selfe, then all theyr goddes seruice. As we see by the Popes ceremonies, and his God's service, notwithstanding that the least work in wedlock, is better in it self, then all their God's service. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt ng1 n2, cc po31 ng1 n1, c-acp cst dt ds n1 p-acp n1, vbz jc p-acp pn31 n1, cs d po32 n2 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 72
164 for in wedlocke do men abyde in the worde and commaundement of God. And god wyll that the one shall gladly serue the other euen from the herte. for in wedlock doe men abide in the word and Commandment of God. And god will that the one shall gladly serve the other even from the heart. c-acp p-acp n1 n1 n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. cc n1 vmb cst dt pi vmb av-j vvi dt n-jn av p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 72
165 This is done in wedlocke without ceassynge. This is done in wedlock without ceasing. d vbz vdn p-acp n1 p-acp vvg. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 72
166 yf a child be sicke, then are the elders sick and sory for hym, yf the man be sicke, if a child be sick, then Are the Elders sick and sorry for him, if the man be sick, cs dt n1 vbi j, av vbr dt n2-jn j cc j p-acp pno31, cs dt n1 vbb j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 72
167 then is the wyfe encombred euen so sore as though it were her owne smarte, or disease. then is the wife encumbered even so soar as though it were her own smart, or disease. av vbz dt n1 vvd av av av-j c-acp cs pn31 vbdr po31 d n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 72
168 There is the diligence, care, faythfulfulnes and loue moost purest and from the botome of the herte, There is the diligence, care, faythfulfulnes and love most Purest and from the bottom of the heart, pc-acp vbz dt n1, n1, n1 cc n1 av-ds js cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 72
169 and it is not tedyous vnto them, for they delyte & long styll after thys howe ye one myght conseyll, helpe, and it is not tedious unto them, for they delight & long still After this how you one might conseyll, help, cc pn31 vbz xx j p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vvb cc av-j av p-acp d c-crq pn22 crd vmd vvi, n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 72
170 & amende the other, and withstande the aduersitye. Again wheras it succedeth prosperously in trauaylyng of childe, or otherwyse in theyr owne danger, or necessite of the children. & amend the other, and withstand the adversity. Again whereas it succeedeth prosperously in travailing of child, or otherwise in their own danger, or necessity of the children. cc vvi dt n-jn, cc vvi dt n1. av cs pn31 vvz av-j p-acp vvg pp-f n1, cc av p-acp po32 d n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 72
171 There is a harty, pure, and perfecte ioye. There is a hearty, pure, and perfect joy. pc-acp vbz dt j, j, cc vvi n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 73
172 It cā not go so wel with the one but the other reioyseth of it euen at the herte and wysseth vnto hym moche more. It can not go so well with the one but the other Rejoiceth of it even At the heart and wysseth unto him much more. pn31 vmb xx vvi av av p-acp dt pi p-acp dt n-jn vvz pp-f pn31 av p-acp dt n1 cc vvz p-acp pno31 d dc. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 73
173 Vvho wilsaye nowe, yt were as yt hertes do agree so goodly together, in ioye, Who wilsaye now, that were as that herts do agree so goodly together, in joy, q-crq vvi av, pn31 vbdr p-acp pn31 n2 vdb vvi av av-j av, p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 73
174 and in heuynes, that there are not mere good workes of loue? Contrarywyse in the Celibate lyfe doth God neyther delite in loue, nor yet in woo. and in heaviness, that there Are not mere good works of love? Contrariwise in the Celibate life does God neither delight in love, nor yet in woo. cc p-acp n1, cst a-acp vbr xx j j n2 pp-f n1? av p-acp dt np1 n1 vdz np1 dx n1 p-acp n1, ccx av p-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 73
175 Althoughe in it selfe it is a strawen loue, whiche euery houre is broken and rent a sunder of one worde onely, when the one doth but loke awrye vpon the other. Although in it self it is a strawen love, which every hour is broken and rend a sunder of one word only, when the one does but look awry upon the other. cs p-acp pn31 n1 pn31 vbz dt j n1, r-crq d n1 vbz vvn cc vvn dt av pp-f crd n1 av-j, c-crq dt pi vdz p-acp vvi av p-acp dt n-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 73
176 These good workes of wedlocke remayne at home in the housse, among them that be maried, and their childrē. These good works of wedlock remain At home in the housse, among them that be married, and their children. d j n2 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp n1-an p-acp dt n1, p-acp pno32 cst vbb vvn, cc po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 73
177 After them followe fyrst of al, the ryght great good workes, that oute of thys estate, After them follow fyrst of all, the right great good works, that out of this estate, p-acp pno32 n1 ord pp-f d, dt j-jn j j n2, cst av pp-f d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 73
178 as out of a well sprynge, come all maner of personnes, by whome laude and people are gouerned and defended, the churches prouyded of preachers, as out of a well spring, come all manner of personnes, by whom laud and people Are governed and defended, the Churches provided of Preachers, c-acp av pp-f dt av vvi, vvb d n1 pp-f fw-fr, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 vbr vvn cc vvn, dt n2 vvn pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 73
179 and other ministers and all offyces in the worlde, and in the kyngdome of oure Lorde Christe are executed. and other Ministers and all Offices in the world, and in the Kingdom of our Lord Christ Are executed. cc j-jn n2 cc d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 vbr vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 73
180 Forseyng specially in wedlocke the childrē are nouryshed and brought vp to the feare honoure, and glorye of god. Forsaking specially in wedlock the children Are nourished and brought up to the Fear honour, and glory of god. vbg av-j p-acp n1 dt n2 vbr vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 74
181 So must it nedes be graunted, that wedlocke is occasiō, and beginnynge of all suche benefites. So must it needs be granted, that wedlock is occasion, and beginning of all such benefits. av vmb pn31 av vbi vvn, cst n1 vbz n1, cc n1 pp-f d d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 74
182 Notwithstandyng that many wilfull persons do growe vp amonge them. Notwithstanding that many wilful Persons do grow up among them. a-acp d d j n2 vdb vvi a-acp p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 74
183 The faulte thereof is not in wedlocke, but in those wicked vngodly personnes that wyl not order themselues in wedlocke, accordyng to their bounden duetye, The fault thereof is not in wedlock, but in those wicked ungodly personnes that will not order themselves in wedlock, according to their bounden duty, dt n1 av vbz xx p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp d j j fw-fr cst vmb xx vvi px32 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp po32 vvn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 74
184 for whosoeuer doth begynne it in the name of god, he shall also prospere in bryngyng vp of children, and in other thynges. But that men will saye. for whosoever does begin it in the name of god, he shall also prosper in bringing up of children, and in other things. But that men will say. p-acp r-crq vdz vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb av vvi p-acp vvg a-acp pp-f n2, cc p-acp j-jn n2. p-acp d n2 vmb vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 74
185 In wedlocke are many maner of encombraunces, sorrowes, daūgers, & heuinesses, from the which men shall be free out of wedlocke, where as euery man hath no more to care for, but hys owne boby only. In wedlock Are many manner of encumbrances, sorrows, dangers, & heuinesses, from the which men shall be free out of wedlock, where as every man hath no more to care for, but his own Boby only. p-acp n1 vbr d n1 pp-f n2, n2, n2, cc n2, p-acp dt r-crq n2 vmb vbi j av pp-f n1, c-crq c-acp d n1 vhz dx dc pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc-acp po31 d n1 av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 74
186 Nowe let it be so, yet ought thys occasion to feare no Christen man from the state of matrimony. Now let it be so, yet ought this occasion to Fear no christian man from the state of matrimony. av vvb pn31 vbi av, av vmd d n1 pc-acp vvi dx jp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 74
187 For first although thou werest vnmaryed. For First although thou wearest unmarried. p-acp ord cs pns21 vv2 j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 74
188 yet for all that shalt thou not escape all fre, for thou must neuerthelesse auēture and suffer all maner of aduersityes. yet for all that shalt thou not escape all from, for thou must nevertheless adventure and suffer all manner of adversities. av p-acp d d vm2 pns21 xx vvi d p-acp, c-acp pns21 vmb av vvi cc vvi d n1 pp-f n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 74
189 Whan any hynderaunce happeneth vnto yt, somtyme in thy body, and lyfe sōtyme in thyne honour and goodes. When any hindrance Happeneth unto that, sometime in thy body, and life sometime in thine honour and goods. c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp pn31, av p-acp po21 n1, cc n1 av p-acp po21 n1 cc n2-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 74
190 And suche a crosse shal be so moche to heuyer for the, yf thou be out of wedlocke and alone, as the holy scripture sayth. And such a cross shall be so much to heuyer for thee, if thou be out of wedlock and alone, as the holy scripture say. cc d dt n1 vmb vbi av av-d p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, cs pns21 vbb av pp-f n1 cc j, c-acp dt j n1 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 74
191 Wo be vnto the man, which is alone, for yf he fall, there is no man to helpe hym vp agayne. Secondarely. Woe be unto the man, which is alone, for if he fallen, there is no man to help him up again. Secondarily. n1 vbb p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j, c-acp cs pns31 vvb, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp av. av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 75
192 All be it yt in wedlocke there is more daunger sorrowe and vexation, then elles where yet ought not to matrimony for thys cause to be despysed & eschued. All be it that in wedlock there is more danger sorrow and vexation, then Else where yet ought not to matrimony for this cause to be despised & Eschewed. d vbb pn31 pn31 p-acp n1 a-acp vbz dc n1 n1 cc n1, av av c-crq av vmd xx p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvd cc vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 75
193 For it is profitable & good for vs, that God cometh vpon vs with hys crosse, For it is profitable & good for us, that God comes upon us with his cross, p-acp pn31 vbz j cc j p-acp pno12, cst np1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 75
194 and that we be proued al maner of waies, for oute of tēptatiō and probacion, do we stande in great daūger. and that we be proved all manner of ways, for out of temptation and probation, do we stand in great danger. cc cst pns12 vbb vvn d n1 pp-f n2, c-acp av pp-f n1 cc n1, vdb pns12 vvi p-acp j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 75
195 Vve waxe sturdy, and contrary to the worde of God colde & slouthfull to praier and other good workes, We wax sturdy, and contrary to the word of God cold & slothful to prayer and other good works, pns12 vvb j, cc j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 j-jn cc j p-acp n1 cc j-jn j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 75
196 for as muche nowe as wedlocke it doth ful now with the woman, nowe with the children, for as much now as wedlock it does full now with the woman, now with the children, c-acp c-acp av-d av p-acp n1 pn31 vdz j av p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 75
197 nowe with the familye, nowe with the occupyenge, and other al maner of necessities & perilles wedlocke is vnto the Christians as a Scoole, wherein they are godly instructed, that in tribulatiō and aduersitie they faynt not, nor be discouraged. now with the family, now with the occupying, and other all manner of necessities & perils wedlock is unto the Christians as a School, wherein they Are godly instructed, that in tribulation and adversity they faint not, nor be discouraged. av p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt vvg, cc j-jn d n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 n1 vbz p-acp dt njpg2 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns32 vbr j vvn, cst p-acp n1 cc n1 pns32 vvi xx, ccx vbi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 75
198 But open theyr hertes to god, pray & desyre help But open their herts to god, pray & desire help p-acp j po32 n2 p-acp n1, vvb cc vvi n1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 75
199 This is also a good worke, whereunto wedlocke geueth occasyon very often, for euen for thys cause, yt much trouble & calamite falleth in wedlocke, the maryed mē, This is also a good work, whereunto wedlock Giveth occasion very often, for even for this cause, that much trouble & calamite falls in wedlock, the married men, d vbz av dt j n1, c-crq n1 vvz n1 av av, c-acp av-j c-acp d n1, pn31 av-d vvi cc n1 vvz p-acp n1, dt vvn n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 75
200 yf thei be elles godfearyng & ryght Christen men, are dryuen to prayer, that they praye earnestly, truste and hope onely to the helpe and grace of God. if they be Else godfearyng & right christian men, Are driven to prayer, that they pray earnestly, trust and hope only to the help and grace of God. cs pns32 vbb av vvg cc j-jn jp n2, vbr vvn p-acp n1, cst pns32 vvb av-j, n1 cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 76
201 Vvhen then such hope is perfourmed, euen then do there sprynge vp other & good holy workes, that men do thanke God for hys helpe and grace, that men prayse hys bountifulnes, When then such hope is performed, even then do there spring up other & good holy works, that men do thank God for his help and grace, that men praise his bountifulness, c-crq av d n1 vbz vvn, av av vdb pc-acp vvi a-acp j-jn cc j j n2, cst n2 vdb vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cst n2 vvb po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 76
202 and conforte other men, lykewyse in the same. and Comfort other men, likewise in the same. cc n1 j-jn n2, av p-acp dt d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 76
203 All these thynges are mere goddes seruices, & exceding good workes, which wedlocke ministreth dayly vnto our handes, that the fayth and prayer ceasse not. All these things Are mere God's services, & exceeding good works, which wedlock Ministereth daily unto our hands, that the faith and prayer cease not. av-d d n2 vbr j n2 n2, cc av-vvg j n2, r-crq n1 vvz av-j p-acp po12 n2, cst dt n1 cc n1 vvb xx. (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 76
204 But must be continually occupyed, whylest nowe ioye, nowe sorrowe, then necessitye, helpe and delyueraunce appeare, whiche eyther geue occasyon to thanke, or elles to praye. But must be continually ocupied, whilst now joy, now sorrow, then necessity, help and deliverance appear, which either give occasion to thank, or Else to pray. cc-acp vmb vbi av-j vvn, cs av n1, av n1, cs n1, n1 cc n1 vvi, r-crq d vvb n1 pc-acp vvi, cc av pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 76
205 Therfore sayth the text here well and truely, yt wedlocke is a noble honourable & costly lyfe, which god hath not onely ordeyned, Therefore say the text Here well and truly, that wedlock is a noble honourable & costly life, which god hath not only ordained, av vvz dt n1 av av cc av-j, pn31 n1 vbz dt j j cc j n1, r-crq n1 vhz xx av-j vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 76
206 and endued with hys blessyng, and also all sainctes haue praised with theyr lyues and conuersations, and endued with his blessing, and also all Saints have praised with their lives and conversations, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc av d n2 vhb vvn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 76
207 as a gloryous worke of god, leauyng vs an example. as a glorious work of god, leaving us an Exampl. c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvg pno12 dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 76
208 But wedlocke is also to be praysed for thys cause, yt it sticketh thoroughout full of good workes, as is nowe rehersed. But wedlock is also to be praised for this cause, that it sticketh throughout full of good works, as is now rehearsed. p-acp n1 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, pn31 pn31 vvz p-acp j pp-f j n2, c-acp vbz av vvd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 76
209 That a maried mā and a maryed woman, cā do nothynge within the hous of so small reputacion, belongynge to the housse kepyng, That a married man and a married woman, can do nothing within the house of so small reputation, belonging to the housse keeping, cst dt j-vvn n1 cc dt vvn n1, vmb vdi pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 76
210 or bringynge vp of children, but that it is a holy worke, & acceptable to God, or bringing up of children, but that it is a holy work, & acceptable to God, cc vvg a-acp pp-f n2, cc-acp cst pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc j p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 76
211 and that it is done after the word, wil and ordinaūce of God, wherfore prosperite & welth must nedes be accompanyed wt it. and that it is done After the word, will and Ordinance of God, Wherefore Prosperity & wealth must needs be accompanied with it. cc cst pn31 vbz vdn p-acp dt n1, vmb cc n1 pp-f np1, c-crq n1 cc n1 vmb av vbi vvd p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 77
212 Therfore hath Christ him selfe matrimony in such honour, that he cometh personally, wt his dearly beloued mother and Apostles to the mariage in Cana, in Galile, Therefore hath christ him self matrimony in such honour, that he comes personally, with his dearly Beloved mother and Apostles to the marriage in Cana, in Galilee, av vhz np1 pno31 n1 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vvz av-j, p-acp png31 av-jn j-vvn n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 77
213 and there manifesteth hymselfe with a glorious miracle by tournyng water into wyne. and there manifesteth himself with a glorious miracle by turning water into wine. cc a-acp vvz px31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 77
214 To thintent that he there by woulde signifye bothe, yt he loueth the state of matrimony, To intent that he there by would signify both, that he loves the state of matrimony, p-acp n1 cst pns31 a-acp p-acp vmd vvi d, pn31 pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 77
215 & that he wil geue his blessynge therein. This blessynge shal alwayes remaine among the maried, as farre as they as the C.xxviij. Psalme sayth, feare God, & walke in his waies. & that he will give his blessing therein. This blessing shall always remain among the married, as Far as they as the C.xxviij. Psalm say, Fear God, & walk in his ways. cc cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 av. d n1 vmb av vvi p-acp dt j-vvn, c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 p-acp dt crd. n1 vvz, n1 np1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 77
216 Forwhereas men wil despise the worde of God, lyue in synne wittingly, and vse not the loue, which in especiall ought to be betwene man and wyfe. For whereas men will despise the word of God, live in sin wittingly, and use not the love, which in especial ought to be between man and wife. npg1 n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vvi p-acp n1 av-j, cc vvb xx dt n1, r-crq p-acp j pi pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 77
217 But wyl chyde and brawle, one with another fyght and vse all maner of frowardenes. But will chide and brawl, one with Another fight and use all manner of frowardenes. cc-acp vmb vvi cc vvi, pi p-acp j-jn n1 cc vvi d n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 77
218 There is it no marueyll that in the stede of the blessing, foloweth infelicite, and all maner of calamitie. There is it not marueyll that in the stead of the blessing, Followeth infelicite, and all manner of calamity. pc-acp vbz pn31 xx vvi cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz j, cc d n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 77
219 for what goodnes is there to be hoped for, where as no feare of God is, for what Goodness is there to be hoped for, where as no Fear of God is, p-acp r-crq n1 vbz a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, c-crq c-acp dx n1 pp-f np1 vbz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 77
220 yea where God is refused, and thorough many maner of synnes the dore is bolted for him & hys blessynges? yea where God is refused, and through many manner of Sins the door is bolted for him & his blessings? uh c-crq np1 vbz vvn, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 cc po31 n2? (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 77
221 Therfore sayth not the texte here so slightly, ye wedlock is to be had in honoure and pryce. Therefore say not the text Here so slightly, you wedlock is to be had in honour and price. av vvz xx dt n1 av av av-j, pn22 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 78
222 But he addeth also thereunto thys worde, and the bedde vndefyled. But he adds also thereunto this word, and the Bed undefiled. p-acp pns31 vvz av av d n1, cc dt n1 j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 78
223 Vvhereby he wil set furth in picture, howe wedlocke shall be kepte, whiche he hath praysed so highly. Whereby he will Set forth in picture, how wedlock shall be kept, which he hath praised so highly. c-crq pns31 vmb vvi av p-acp n1, c-crq n1 vmb vbi vvd, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn av av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 78
224 And first he forbiddeth vtterly the ryght defylynge of the bedde in wedlocke, among the Christiās, that men beware of horedome & aduoutry, And First he forbiddeth utterly the right defiling of the Bed in wedlock, among the Christians, that men beware of whoredom & aduoutry, cc ord pns31 vvz av-j dt j-jn n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt njpg2, cst n2 vvb pp-f n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 78
225 as he doth call it hereafter. as he does call it hereafter. c-acp pns31 vdz vvi pn31 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 78
226 for thys is the grossest and greatest defylyng of the bedde, wherby the laudable and honorable state of matrimony is polluted, for this is the Grossest and greatest defiling of the Bed, whereby the laudable and honourable state of matrimony is polluted, p-acp d vbz dt js cc js vvg pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 78
227 and the ordinaunce of God diuided. And occasion is geuen, to all aduersitye, here bodely, and here after perpetually. and the Ordinance of God divided. And occasion is given, to all adversity, Here bodily, and Here After perpetually. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd. cc n1 vbz vvn, p-acp d n1, av j, cc av p-acp av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 78
228 Moreouer it maye also be called defilynge of the bedde, whatsoeuer geueth occasion, that the hertes betwene man and wife be withdrawen the one from the other, Moreover it may also be called defiling of the Bed, whatsoever Giveth occasion, that the herts between man and wife be withdrawn the one from the other, av pn31 vmb av vbi vvn vvg pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz n1, cst dt n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 vbb vvn dt crd p-acp dt n-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 78
229 and are moued to dissention, hatred and other vnkynde conuersacion. and Are moved to dissension, hatred and other kind Conversation. cc vbr vvn p-acp n1, n1 cc j-jn j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 78
230 for out of this foloweth commonly the grosse defilinge whereof we haue spoken a littel before. for out of this Followeth commonly the gross defiling whereof we have spoken a little before. p-acp av pp-f d vvz av-j dt j n-vvg c-crq pns12 vhb vvn dt j a-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 78
231 yf nowe man and wyfe wyl kepe their bedde pure & cleane as hath ben sayd, thē must they eschewe all occasions, whereby they myght be moued to frowardenes & to displeasure. if now man and wife will keep their Bed pure & clean as hath been said, them must they eschew all occasions, whereby they might be moved to frowardenes & to displeasure. cs av n1 cc n1 vmb vvi po32 n1 j cc j c-acp vhz vbn vvn, pno32 vmb pns32 vvi d n2, c-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 78
232 Not be wilfull nor arrogant, not interpretate euery thynge for the worste. Not be wilful nor arrogant, not interpretate every thing for the worst. xx vbi j ccx j, xx vvi d n1 p-acp dt js. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 78
233 But the one must beare wt the other, and suffer a word, not onely to entretayne frēdshyppe and amitye, But the one must bear with the other, and suffer a word, not only to entretayne friendship and amity, p-acp dt pi vmb vvi p-acp dt n-jn, cc vvi dt n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 79
234 But also bycause we knowe that it is the wyl and pleasure of god, and that the worde and cōmaundement of God requyreth the same of vs. for as soone as the hertes are bittered the one agaynste the other, But also Because we know that it is the will and pleasure of god, and that the word and Commandment of God requireth the same of us for as soon as the herts Are bittered the one against the other, cc-acp av c-acp pns12 vvb cst pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt d pp-f pno12 p-acp a-acp av c-acp dt n2 vbr vvn dt crd p-acp dt n-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 79
235 So hath the Deuyl founde a holl ready, that withoute any labour he can rente matrimony a sunder agayne, So hath the devil found a holl ready, that without any labour he can rend matrimony a sunder again, av vhz dt n1 vvd dt uh j, cst p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb vvi n1 dt av av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 79
236 and put it to trouble, in so muche that also the bodyes are separated. and put it to trouble, in so much that also the bodies Are separated. cc vvd pn31 pc-acp vvi, p-acp av av-d cst av dt n2 vbr vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 79
237 Therfore, here muste be vsed the discretion betwene man and wyfe, where of S. Peter speaketh.i. Petri. iij. That the men shoulde dwell with theyr wyues according to knowledge, geuynge vnto them honour as vnto the weaker vessell, that theyr prayers be notletted thorough stubbernes and bitternes. Therefore, Here must be used the discretion between man and wife, where of S. Peter speaks i Petri. iij. That the men should dwell with their wives according to knowledge, giving unto them honour as unto the Weaker vessel, that their Prayers be notletted through Stubbornness and bitterness. av, av vmb vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, c-crq pp-f n1 np1 vvz crd np1. crd. cst dt n2 vmd vvi p-acp po32 n2 vvg p-acp n1, vvg p-acp pno32 n1 c-acp p-acp dt jc n1, cst po32 n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 79
238 for it is the offyce of a man, as of the heade that he shall not rule Tyrannously, for it is the office of a man, as of the head that he shall not Rule Tyrannously, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pp-f dt n1 cst pns31 vmb xx vvi av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 79
239 but discretely, accordynge to reason, and somtyme wynke and beare with the weakenes whiche specially reygneth in the woman kynde, considerynge theyr fraylnes, but discretely, according to reason, and sometime wink and bear with the weakness which specially Reigneth in the woman kind, considering their frailness, cc-acp av-j, vvg p-acp n1, cc av vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 n1, vvg po32 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 79
240 and not theyr iniquyte or wilfulnes. and not their Iniquity or wilfulness. cc xx po32 n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 79
241 Contrarywyse it shal also be the womās part, to knowledge suche theyr naturall weakenes, and suffer thesame not to moche. Contrariwise it shall also be the woman's part, to knowledge such their natural weakness, and suffer The same not to much. av pn31 vmb av vbi dt ng1 n1, p-acp n1 d po32 j n1, cc vvi j xx p-acp d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 80
242 But refrayne themselues with all diligence, yt not thorough much and immoderate repetinge, the husband be moued to iuste anger. But refrain themselves with all diligence, that not thorough much and immoderate repeating, the husband be moved to just anger. p-acp vvi px32 p-acp d n1, pn31 xx j av-d cc j n-vvg, dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 80
243 An amiable worde and obedyent stylnes, maye quenche muche debate, and hatred, whereas elles, out of pratynge and murmuryng agayne, there myght followe anger and strypes, & besydes that al mischiefe. an amiable word and obedient stylnes, may quench much debate, and hatred, whereas Else, out of prating and murmuring again, there might follow anger and stripes, & besides that all mischief. dt j n1 cc j n1, vmb vvi d n1, cc n1, cs av, av pp-f j-vvg cc vvg av, pc-acp vmd vvi n1 cc n2, cc p-acp cst d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 80
244 Where nowe these two poyntes are betwene man & wyfe, that thei be chaste and circumspecte, Where now these two points Are between man & wife, that they be chaste and circumspect, c-crq av d crd n2 vbr p-acp n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vbb j cc j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 80
245 and frēdly one to another in worde & dede. and friendly one to Another in word & deed. cc j pi p-acp j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 80
246 There is wedlocke, as the Epistle to ye Ebrewes in thys place doth call it, a noble worthy and honourable conuersation, where in not onely men of vnderstondynge do delyte, There is wedlock, as the Epistle to the Hebrews in this place does call it, a noble worthy and honourable Conversation, where in not only men of understanding do delight, pc-acp vbz n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt njpg2 n1 d n1 vdz vvi pn31, dt j j cc j n1, c-crq p-acp xx av-j n2 pp-f n1 vdb vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 80
247 but also God hymselfe in heauen, with all hys angels and sayntes. but also God himself in heaven, with all his Angels and Saints. cc-acp av np1 px31 p-acp n1, p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 80
248 But whereas there is a faute in eyther of them, that is to saye, that eyther through aduoutry and hooredome the bedde of matrimony is defyled, But whereas there is a fault in either of them, that is to say, that either through aduoutry and hooredome the Bed of matrimony is defiled, p-acp cs pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d pp-f pno32, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, cst d p-acp n1 cc n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 80
249 or elles by the reason of vnkynde, and wilde conuersacion and dwellynge together, the hertes are moued one agaynst another, there is it not to be feared, that God wyl come as a iudge, or Else by the reason of kind, and wild Conversation and Dwelling together, the herts Are moved one against Another, there is it not to be feared, that God will come as a judge, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, cc j n1 cc vvg av, dt n2 vbr vvn pi p-acp n-jn, pc-acp vbz pn31 xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 80
250 & punyshe suche vngodlynes and inordinate lyuynge. for here is it written, as for whorekepers and aduouterers, God shall iudge them. & Punish such ungodliness and inordinate living. for Here is it written, as for whorekepers and aduouterers, God shall judge them. cc vvi d n1 cc j n-vvg. p-acp av vbz pn31 vvn, c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, np1 vmb vvi pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 80
251 For as muche nowe as the Deuyll specially seketh betwene man and wyfe to moue them, eyther to horedome, For as much now as the devil specially seeketh between man and wife to move them, either to whoredom, c-acp a-acp av-d av c-acp dt n1 av-j vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, av-d p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 81
252 or at the least to sowe discorde & variaunce betwene them, we ought not onely to fyght dayly agaynst this temptation, with an earnest prayer vnto God, or At the least to sow discord & variance between them, we ought not only to fight daily against this temptation, with an earnest prayer unto God, cc p-acp dt ds pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, pns12 vmd xx av-j pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 81
253 and to seke remedy at hys hande. and to seek remedy At his hand. cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 81
254 But also to kepe & vse oure selues there to wt al diligence, yt we our selues geue none occasion vnto suche crafty worke, & pretēse of the deuyl. But also to keep & use our selves there to with all diligence, that we our selves give none occasion unto such crafty work, & pretense of the Devil. p-acp av pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2 a-acp p-acp p-acp d n1, pn31 pns12 po12 n2 vvi pi n1 p-acp d j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 81
255 for this is not the smalest parte of the godly blessyng, where such dwellynge together in wedlocke, is preserued in continuall vnitye and amitye. for this is not the Smallest part of the godly blessing, where such Dwelling together in wedlock, is preserved in continual unity and amity. p-acp d vbz xx dt js n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq d n1 av p-acp n1, vbz vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 81
256 And the maried nede not themselues, by vngentel behaue oure or wordes to geue occasyon of malyce or euyll wyll betwene them. And the married need not themselves, by ungentle behave our or words to give occasion of malice or evil will between them. cc dt j-vvn n1 xx px32, p-acp j vvi po12 cc n2 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1 cc n-jn vmb p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 81
257 for they shall fynde euery daye occasyon ynough, vnsought and vnloked for, where by they shall be moued and prouoked to indignation, hatred cursynge and other vngratiousnes. for they shall find every day occasion enough, unsought and unlooked for, where by they shall be moved and provoked to Indignation, hatred cursing and other vngratiousnes. c-acp pns32 vmb vvi d n1 n1 av-d, j cc j p-acp, c-crq p-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, n1 vvg cc j-jn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 81
258 So that they shall haue alwayes ynough to do, for to resiste and let the Deuyll of hys purpose, bothe by prayer and also by circumspecte discretion. So that they shall have always enough to do, for to resist and let the devil of his purpose, both by prayer and also by circumspect discretion. av cst pns32 vmb vhi av av-d pc-acp vdi, c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc av p-acp j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 81
259 Therfore is it a good and godly ordinaunce, that men wysshe vnto the newe maryed coupple, the blessynge of God before the hole churche, Therefore is it a good and godly Ordinance, that men wish unto the new married couple, the blessing of God before the hold Church, av vbz pn31 dt j cc j n1, cst n2 vvi p-acp dt j vvn n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 82
260 and make a commō supplication for them, that they may begynne the state of matrimony in the name of God, and make a Common supplication for them, that they may begin the state of matrimony in the name of God, cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 82
261 and that it may prospere with thē. and that it may prosper with them. cc cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 82
262 for to bye this blessynge, yf it were to selle, men shoulde spare no money But nowe doth it the churche without money, neuertheles some men be so rude, that they woulde rather be without it. for to buy this blessing, if it were to sell, men should spare no money But now does it the Church without money, nevertheless Some men be so rude, that they would rather be without it. p-acp pc-acp vvi d n1, cs pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi, n2 vmd vvi dx n1 cc-acp av vdz pn31 dt n1 p-acp n1, av d n2 vbb av j, cst pns32 vmd av-c vbi p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 82
263 But we maye let them alone. But we may let them alone. cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pno32 av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 82
264 for thei that are Christians, wyll so moche the bolder geue themselues into the state of matrimony, for they that Are Christians, will so much the bolder give themselves into the state of matrimony, c-acp pns32 cst vbr np1, vmb av av-d dt jc vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 82
265 euen for thys common prayers sake. even for this Common Prayers sake. av p-acp d j n2 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 82
266 For wedlocke, yf the holy bedde remayne vndefyled, is an honourable & excellent estate, for as moche as God hymselfe hath ordeyned and instituted it, For wedlock, if the holy Bed remain undefiled, is an honourable & excellent estate, for as much as God himself hath ordained and instituted it, p-acp n1, cs dt j n1 vvi j, vbz dt j cc j n1, c-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 px31 vhz vvn cc vvn pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 82
267 and also geuen hys blessyng therevnto, and in general the Examples of al sainctes do teache vs this lyfe, where in we haue euery houre aboundauntly, al maner of occasions to serue god and our neyghbour, as we haue heard before. and also given his blessing thereunto, and in general the Examples of all Saints do teach us this life, where in we have every hour abundantly, all manner of occasions to serve god and our neighbour, as we have herd before. cc av vvn po31 n1 av, cc p-acp j dt n2 pp-f d n2 vdb vvi pno12 d n1, c-crq p-acp pns12 vhb d n1 av-j, d n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi n1 cc po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn a-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 82
268 Yf nowe any mā thorough thys honourable predicatiō will not be moued to the state of matrimony, let hym be moued yet by thys, that the texte speaketh wish manifest wordes, of thē that lyue oute of wedlocke, or otherwyse in vnclenlynes. If now any man through this honourable predication will not be moved to the state of matrimony, let him be moved yet by this, that the text speaks wish manifest words, of them that live out of wedlock, or otherwise in vnclenlynes. cs av d n1 p-acp d j n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvi pno31 vbi vvn av p-acp d, cst dt n1 vvz vvb j n2, pp-f pno32 d vvi av pp-f n1, cc av p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 82
269 The aduouterers and hoorekepers shall god iudge. The aduouterers and hoorekepers shall god judge. dt n2 cc n2 vmb n1 vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 82
270 for here doest thou heare, althoughe there were no man in earth that knewe such vnclenlynes of the, for Here dost thou hear, although there were no man in earth that knew such vnclenlynes of thee, p-acp av vd2 pns21 vvi, cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 p-acp n1 cst vvd d n1 pp-f pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 83
271 or coulde punysshe the same, that yet thou shalt not escape. or could Punish the same, that yet thou shalt not escape. cc vmd vvi dt d, cst av pns21 vm2 xx vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 83
272 But thou must come before the iudgement of god, and he shall iudge the accordyng as he fyndeth the. But thou must come before the judgement of god, and he shall judge the according as he findeth thee. p-acp pns21 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi dt vvg c-acp pns31 vvz pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 83
273 And thus sayth saynt Paule, i. Cor. vi. Be not deceaued, for neither fornicatours, neither aduoutrers shall inherite the kyngdome of heauen. And thus say saint Paul, i. Cor. vi. Be not deceived, for neither fornicators, neither aduoutrers shall inherit the Kingdom of heaven. cc av vvz n1 np1, sy. np1 fw-la. vbb xx vvn, c-acp dx n2, dx n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 83
274 Here doth he pretely touche the thoughtes, whiche sticke in many men, whiche thynke that it is not a speciall synne, to lyue oute of wedlocke, Here does he prettily touch the thoughts, which stick in many men, which think that it is not a special sin, to live out of wedlock, av vdz pns31 av-j vvi dt n2, r-crq vvb p-acp d n2, r-crq vvb cst pn31 vbz xx dt j n1, pc-acp vvi av pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 83
275 and yet to vse vnclenlynes, Accordyng as we se, yt the world thoroughout coūteth this synne but smal, and yet to use vnclenlynes, According as we see, that the world throughout counteth this sin but small, cc av pc-acp vvi n1, vvg c-acp pns12 vvi, pn31 dt n1 p-acp vvz d n1 p-acp j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 83
276 but wilt thou knowe, yf men wil not be conuerted, what the ende shall be: Then herken to thys. but wilt thou know, if men will not be converted, what the end shall be: Then harken to this. cc-acp vm2 pns21 vvi, cs n2 vmb xx vbi vvn, r-crq dt n1 vmb vbi: av vvb p-acp d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 83
277 Thou shalt not inheryte the kyngdome of God. Thys shal be the iudgement of God, ouer the aduouterers and fornicatours. Thou shalt not inheryte the Kingdom of God. This shall be the judgement of God, over the aduouterers and fornicators. pns21 vm2 xx n1 dt n1 pp-f np1. d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 83
278 Nowe remēber thou, what thou shalt kepe, when thou haste loste the kyngedome of God. Now Remember thou, what thou shalt keep, when thou haste lost the Kingdom of God. av vvb pns21, r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi, c-crq pns21 n1 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 83
279 Therfore let euery mā be ware of thys iudgement of God, and take hede in tyme, that he may amende his lyfe, and eschue vnclēlynes. Therefore let every man be aware of this judgement of God, and take heed in time, that he may amend his life, and eschew vnclenlynes. av vvb d n1 vbi j pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb n1 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc vvi n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 83
280 Otherwyse, although there followed no temporal correction, yet shall not the iudgement of God be left oute. Otherwise, although there followed no temporal correction, yet shall not the judgement of God be left out. av, cs a-acp vvd dx j n1, av vmb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 83
281 for there is dubble synne, that men eschue matrimony for a tryfle, and defyle thēselues with synne the lōger the more contrary to the wil of God. for there is double sin, that men eschew matrimony for a trifle, and defile themselves with sin the longer the more contrary to the will of God. c-acp pc-acp vbz j-jn n1, cst n2 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi px32 p-acp n1 dt av-jc dt av-dc j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 84
282 There vpon must nedes followe the iudgement of god, for here is none other meane nor coūsayl, There upon must needs follow the judgement of god, for Here is none other mean nor counsel, a-acp p-acp vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av vbz pix j-jn n1 ccx n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 84
283 but that thou leaue suche vnclenlynes, and geue thy selfe into thys state of wedlocke. but that thou leave such vnclenlynes, and give thy self into this state of wedlock. cc-acp cst pns21 vvb d n1, cc vvi po21 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 84
284 And so not onely prayse this state hygh and honourable, with wordes, but also with the dede, And so not only praise this state high and honourable, with words, but also with the deed, cc av xx av-j vvi d n1 j cc j, p-acp n2, cc-acp av p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 84
285 and kepe the bedde of matrimony vndefyled, through chastite, and gentell conuersation and dwellynge together. and keep the Bed of matrimony undefiled, through chastity, and gentle Conversation and Dwelling together. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 j-vvn-u, p-acp n1, cc j n1 cc vvg av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 84
286 Thys be sayde for a warnynge, and instruction, not onely for the yonge peoples sake, whiche yet shal come to the state of mariage. This be said for a warning, and instruction, not only for the young peoples sake, which yet shall come to the state of marriage. d vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1, xx av-j p-acp dt j ng1 n1, r-crq av vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 84
287 But also for their sakes, that are in wedlock all ready. But also for their sakes, that Are in wedlock all ready. p-acp av p-acp po32 n2, cst vbr p-acp n1 d j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 84
288 That thei bothe may knowe, wherfore they shall take wedlock, and howe they shall behaue thēselues therein Godly. That they both may know, Wherefore they shall take wedlock, and how they shall behave themselves therein Godly. cst pns32 d vmb vvi, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi n1, cc c-crq pns32 vmb vvi px32 av j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 84
289 To the intent that God be with them, with hys blessynge, ād that they maye haue a good conscience therby, which God graunt vnto vs all. AMEN. To the intent that God be with them, with his blessing, and that they may have a good conscience thereby, which God grant unto us all. AMEN. p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vbb p-acp pno32, p-acp po31 n1, cc cst pns32 vmb vhi dt j n1 av, r-crq np1 vvb p-acp pno12 d. uh-n. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 84

Marginalia

View Segment and References (Segment No.) Note No. Text Standardized Text Parts of Speech
2 0 Matrimony hath alwayes ben estemed honourable, also amonge the heathen. Matrimony hath always been esteemed honourable, also among the heathen. n1 vhz av vbn vvn j, av p-acp dt j-jn.
9 0 The yōge and rawe people despyse matrimony. The young and raw people despise matrimony. dt j cc j n1 vvi n1.
20 0 Some despyse matrimony, because of great holynes some despise matrimony, Because of great holiness d vvi n1, c-acp pp-f j n1
22 0 i. Ti. iiij i. Ti. iiij sy. np1 crd
33 0 Exod. x Exod x np1 crd
36 0 i. Reg. xvij. i. Reg. xvij. sy. np1 crd.
41 0 Vpon the.xij Chapit. of Daniel wryteth lyra of Antichriste. Upon the xij Chapit. of daniel writes Lyram of Antichrist. p-acp dt crd fw-la. pp-f np1 vvz n1 pp-f np1.
46 0 Vvherfore it is necessary to wryte of Matrymony. Wherefore it is necessary to write of Matrimony. c-crq pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pp-f n1.
56 0 The true meanyng of the sentēce. Heb. xiij The true meaning of the sentence. Hebrew xiij dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. np1 crd
79 0 The papistes cā not reioyse of their state before God The Papists can not rejoice of their state before God dt njp2 vmb xx vvb pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1
83 0 The prayer of the maryed vnto God. The prayer of the married unto God. dt n1 pp-f dt vvn p-acp np1.
93 0 Gene. i. Gene. i. np1 sy.
96 0 God hath specially blessed matrimony. God hath specially blessed matrimony. np1 vhz av-j vvn n1.
99 0 Psalm. Cxxviij Psalm. Cxxviij np1. crd
103 0 Vvherfore there is many tymes in wedloc littel prosperite and helth. Wherefore there is many times in wedloc little Prosperity and health. c-crq pc-acp vbz d n2 p-acp n1 j n1 cc n1.
113 0 The greatest sainetes that euer lyued (fewe excepte) were waryed The greatest Sainetes that ever lived (few except) were waried dt js n2 cst av vvd (d c-acp) vbdr vvn
122 0 The pope a father of al hipocrisye. The pope a father of all hypocrisy. dt n1 dt n1 pp-f d n1.
123 0 He that wil be a Christian, and can not lyue chaste, oughte to marye. He that will be a Christian, and can not live chaste, ought to mary. pns31 cst vmb vbi dt njp, cc vmb xx vvi j, vmd pc-acp vvi.
132 0 To lyue withoute wedlocke escapeth not without synne. To live without wedlock escapeth not without sin. pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 vvz xx p-acp n1.
133 0 mat. xix i. cor. vij Mathew. xix i. cor. vij n1. crd sy. fw-la. crd
142 0 Vvedlocke is ful of good workes Wedlock is full of good works n1 vbz j pp-f j n2
147 0 Colo. iij Ephe. v Colo iij Ephes v np1 crd np1 crd
150 0 mat. xix Mathew. xix n1. crd
151 0 The matrimonyal loue is a goddes seruyce. The matrimonial love is a God's service. dt j n1 vbz dt ng1 n1.
154 0 The loue of the parentes towardes theyr children is also a Gods seruyce. The love of the Parents towards their children is also a God's service. dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp po32 n2 vbz av dt ng1 n1.
166 0 The seruice of the maried one to another are good workes The service of the married one to Another Are good works dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn pi p-acp n-jn vbr j n2
176 0 The state of matrimony geueth discreteper sones to all estates. The state of matrimony Giveth discreteper Sons to all estates. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1 n2 p-acp d n2.
184 0 In wedlocke is much labour ād trauayl. In wedlock is much labour and travail. p-acp n1 vbz d n1 cc n1.
197 0 wedlocke is the scoolehous of the christians, wedlock is the scoolehous of the Christians, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njpg2,
199 0 wedlock causeth to praye and to trust in God. wedlock Causes to pray and to trust in God. n1 vvz pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1.
209 0 Matrimony is full of good workes Matrimony is full of good works n1 vbz j pp-f j n2
212 0 Christ honoureth the mariage hymselfe. Iohā. iij christ Honoureth the marriage himself. Iohā. iij np1 vvz dt n1 px31. np1. crd
215 0 Psalm. Cxxviij Psalm. Cxxviij np1. crd
222 0 Vvhat the vndefyled bedde is What the undefiled Bed is q-crq dt j n1 vbz
228 0 Other defylynges of the bedde of matrimony Other defylynges of the Bed of matrimony j-jn n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1
237 0 i. Pet. iij. i. Pet. iij. sy. np1 crd.
241 0 Exhortatiō to the women. Exhortation to the women. n1 p-acp dt n2.
244 0 Two principall poyntes of the maried. Two principal points of the married. crd j-jn n2 pp-f dt j-vvn.
256 0 The maryed couple shulde not make their state bitter themselues The married couple should not make their state bitter themselves dt vvn n1 vmd xx vvi po32 n1 j px32
262 0 The cōgregation shoulde pray for the newe maryed couples The congregation should pray for the new married couples dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt j vvn n2
268 0 The aduouterers ād hoorekepers god shal iudge them The aduouterers and hoorekepers god shall judge them dt n2 cc n2 n1 vmb vvi pno32
273 0 i. Cor vi i. Cor vi sy. np1 fw-la