The reasonablenesse of wise and holy truth: and the absurditie of foolish and wicked errour

Terry, John, 1555?-1625
Publisher: Printed by Iohn Lichfield and William Wrench printers to the famous Vniversitie
Place of Publication: Oxford
Publication Year: 1617
Approximate Era: JamesI
TCP ID: A13629 ESTC ID: S118354 STC ID: 23912
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 IOHN. 17. 17. Sanctifie them with thy truth: thy word is truth. JOHN. 17. 17. Sanctify them with thy truth: thy word is truth. np1. crd crd vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1: po21 n1 vbz n1. (3) text (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 THis Chapter containeth a most divine and heavenly prayer of our most blessed Saviour Christ wherein hee requesteth of his Father, that hee would by the gracious word of his Gospell, make more and more manifest the glorious worke of mans redemption. THis Chapter Containeth a most divine and heavenly prayer of our most blessed Saviour christ wherein he requesteth of his Father, that he would by the gracious word of his Gospel, make more and more manifest the glorious work of men redemption. d n1 vvz dt av-ds j-jn cc j n1 pp-f po12 av-ds j-vvn n1 np1 c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb dc cc av-dc j dt j n1 pp-f ng1 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 For that hereby he and his father should be most glorified, and all such as his father had giuen him, should be made partakers of life everlasting. For that hereby he and his father should be most glorified, and all such as his father had given him, should be made partakers of life everlasting. p-acp cst av pns31 cc po31 n1 vmd vbi av-ds vvn, cc d d c-acp po31 n1 vhd vvn pno31, vmd vbi vvn n2 pp-f n1 j. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 For this is everlasting life (saith he) to know thee the only true God, For this is everlasting life (Says he) to know thee the only true God, p-acp d vbz j n1 (vvz pns31) pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j j np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 and whom thou hast sent (videlicet, to accomplish the worke of the redemption of all the elect) Iesus Christ. For the cleere doctrine of the Gospell, laying open the glorious worke of mans redemption, doth make manifest the light of Gods countenance shining in Christ, and whom thou hast sent (videlicet, to accomplish the work of the redemption of all the elect) Iesus christ. For the clear Doctrine of the Gospel, laying open the glorious work of men redemption, does make manifest the Light of God's countenance shining in christ, cc ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn (fw-la, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d dt j) np1 np1. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg av-j dt j n1 pp-f ng1 n1, vdz vvi j dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvg p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 and doth giue vnto all that are truely lightned therewith, the holy eie of sauing faith, whereby they assuredly apprehending, and does give unto all that Are truly lightened therewith, the holy eye of Saving faith, whereby they assuredly apprehending, cc vdz vvi p-acp d cst vbr av-j vvn av, dt j n1 pp-f vvg n1, c-crq pns32 av-vvn vvg, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
6 and most certainely beleeuing the vnspeakable loue of God towards them that do cleaue vnto Christ, and most Certainly believing the unspeakable love of God towards them that do cleave unto christ, cc av-ds av-j vvg dt j-u n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 cst vdb vvi p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
7 and are made one with him, and by him haue communion and fellowship with God; and so are made partakers of life everlasting. and Are made one with him, and by him have communion and fellowship with God; and so Are made partakers of life everlasting. cc vbr vvn pi p-acp pno31, cc p-acp pno31 vhi n1 cc n1 p-acp np1; cc av vbr vvn n2 pp-f n1 j. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
8 And verily the true sauing faith wrought by the Gospell, is nothing else but such a sure and certaine knowledge of Gods vnspeakable loue in Christ, And verily the true Saving faith wrought by the Gospel, is nothing Else but such a sure and certain knowledge of God's unspeakable love in christ, cc av-j dt j vvg n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz pix av cc-acp d dt j cc j n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
9 as is accompanied with all manner of holy and heavenly graces. as is accompanied with all manner of holy and heavenly graces. c-acp vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f j cc j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
10 And therefore as v. 8. our Saviour testifieth that he had given his Fathers words to them, which he had giuen vnto him, And Therefore as v. 8. our Saviour Testifieth that he had given his Father's words to them, which he had given unto him, cc av p-acp n1 crd po12 n1 vvz cst pns31 vhd vvn po31 ng1 n2 p-acp pno32, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
11 and they had receaued them, and had surely knowne that hee came from the Father, & had beleeued that the Father had sent him: and they had received them, and had surely known that he Come from the Father, & had believed that the Father had sent him: cc pns32 vhd vvn pno32, cc vhd av-j vvn cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vhd vvn d dt n1 vhd vvn pno31: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
12 so in this verse hee prayeth to his Father that the would sanctifie them with the truth that was contained in the same word. so in this verse he Prayeth to his Father that the would sanctify them with the truth that was contained in the same word. av p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cst av vmd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
13 In the which petition of our Saviour Christ, we are to obserue these two points first, the thing that our Saviour requesteth at his Fathers hands; In the which petition of our Saviour christ, we Are to observe these two points First, the thing that our Saviour requesteth At his Father's hands; p-acp dt r-crq n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d crd n2 ord, dt n1 cst po12 n1 vvz p-acp po31 ng1 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
14 that hee would bestow vpon all those that he had giuen him, which is, Sanctification: Secondly, the meanes whereby it is wrought, which is the truth of his owne word. Sanctifie them with thy truth: thy word is truth. that he would bestow upon all those that he had given him, which is, Sanctification: Secondly, the means whereby it is wrought, which is the truth of his own word. Sanctify them with thy truth: thy word is truth. cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d d cst pns31 vhd vvn pno31, r-crq vbz, n1: ord, dt n2 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1. vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1: po21 n1 vbz n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
15 Now the sanctification that our Saviour here prayeth for, is not maymed, wanting any essential part, but totall and whole; Now the sanctification that our Saviour Here Prayeth for, is not maimed, wanting any essential part, but total and Whole; av dt n1 cst po12 n1 av vvz p-acp, vbz xx vvn, vvg d j n1, cc-acp j cc j-jn; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
16 even such a sanctification, as doth sanctifie the minde with sauing knowledge, & faith, the will, even such a sanctification, as does sanctify the mind with Saving knowledge, & faith, the will, av d dt n1, c-acp vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg n1, cc n1, dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
17 and the affections, with all other graces, and gifts of the holy Ghost, and so doth sanctifie the whole man. and the affections, with all other graces, and Gifts of the holy Ghost, and so does sanctify the Whole man. cc dt n2, p-acp d j-jn n2, cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc av vdz vvi dt j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
18 Neither is this whole and total sanctification bestowed onely vpon some principall persons in the Church of Christ, Neither is this Whole and total sanctification bestowed only upon Some principal Persons in the Church of christ, av-d vbz d j-jn cc j n1 vvd av-j p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
19 but even vpon the meanest also. but even upon the Meanest also. cc-acp av p-acp dt js av. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
20 As the Apostle testifieth 2. Cor. 3. 18. Wee all (saith he) behold as in a mirrour the glory of God with open face, there is the subiection, action, obiect, As the Apostle Testifieth 2. Cor. 3. 18. we all (Says he) behold as in a mirror the glory of God with open face, there is the subjection, actium, Object, p-acp dt n1 vvz crd np1 crd crd pns12 d (vvz pns31) vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n1, a-acp vbz dt n1, n1, n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
21 & clerenesse of faith) and are changed into the same image from glory to glory, & clearness of faith) and Are changed into the same image from glory to glory, cc n1 pp-f n1) cc vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
22 as by the spirit of the Lord (there is the inseparable effect of sauing and sanctifying faith, one and the same in substance, as by the Spirit of the Lord (there is the inseparable Effect of Saving and sanctifying faith, one and the same in substance, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg cc j-vvg n1, crd cc dt d p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
23 though not in circumstance in all the faithfull.) And verily, how can it otherwise bee, though not in circumstance in all the faithful.) And verily, how can it otherwise be, cs xx p-acp n1 p-acp d dt j.) cc av-j, q-crq vmb pn31 av vbi, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
24 but that all such as by faith are engraffed into Christ, Rom. 11. 17. should immediatly be made good trees, but that all such as by faith Are engrafted into christ, Rom. 11. 17. should immediately be made good trees, cc-acp cst d d c-acp p-acp n1 vbr vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd crd vmd av-j vbi vvn j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
25 & so consequently be enabled to beare good fruit. Mat. 7.17. & so consequently be enabled to bear good fruit. Mathew 7.17. cc av av-j vbi vvn p-acp vvb j n1. np1 crd. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
26 How can it otherwise be, but that all such as by the linely word of God, Heb. 4. 12. are quickned to a liuing faith. How can it otherwise be, but that all such as by the linely word of God, Hebrew 4. 12. Are quickened to a living faith. q-crq vmb pn31 av vbi, cc-acp cst d d c-acp p-acp dt av-j n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd vbr vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
27 Gal. 2. 20 should shew themselues to be aliue to God Rom. 6. 11. by the exercise of al holy and godly works. Gal. 2. 20 should show themselves to be alive to God Rom. 6. 11. by the exercise of all holy and godly works. np1 crd crd vmd vvi px32 pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
28 For nature is never idle, much lesse grace. For nature is never idle, much less grace. p-acp n1 vbz av-x j, av-d av-dc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
29 Gal. 5. 6. and therefore, as the body without the (operatiue) spirit is dead: so faith without workes is dead also, Iac. 3 26. And therefore the same Apostle in the same chapter willeth all such as lay claime to a true faith, to make proofe thereof by their good workes, Gal. 5. 6. and Therefore, as the body without the (operative) Spirit is dead: so faith without works is dead also, Iac. 3 26. And Therefore the same Apostle in the same chapter wills all such as lay claim to a true faith, to make proof thereof by their good works, np1 crd crd cc av, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt (j-jn) n1 vbz j: av n1 p-acp n2 vbz j av, np1 crd crd cc av dt d n1 p-acp dt d n1 vvz d d c-acp vvd n1 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi n1 av p-acp po32 j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
30 after the example of Abraham the father of the faithfull. After the Exampl of Abraham the father of the faithful. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
31 For after that he had shewed himselfe readie at the commandment of God, to offer vp in sacrifice his most deare sonne Isaac, For After that he had showed himself ready At the Commandment of God, to offer up in sacrifice his most deer son Isaac, p-acp p-acp cst pns31 vhd vvn px31 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp vvi po31 av-ds j-jn n1 np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
32 then he made it manifest that he so firmely apprehended by an assured faith, the incomprehensible loue of God in Christ, Eph. 3. 19. towards himselfe, that he preserred it before his most intire loue towards his own most deare sonne: then he made it manifest that he so firmly apprehended by an assured faith, the incomprehensible love of God in christ, Ephesians 3. 19. towards himself, that he preferred it before his most entire love towards his own most deer son: cs pns31 vvd pn31 j cst pns31 av av-j vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd p-acp px31, cst pns31 vvn pn31 p-acp po31 av-ds j n1 p-acp po31 d av-ds j-jn n1: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
33 and then was the Scripture fulfilled: Abraham beleeued God, and it was imputed to him for righteousnes. and then was the Scripture fulfilled: Abraham believed God, and it was imputed to him for righteousness. cc av vbds dt n1 vvn: np1 vvd np1, cc pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
34 Wherefore it was not without cause that S. Peter writing to such as had obtained like pretious faith with himselfe, willeth them to ioine to their faith vertue, to vertue, knowledge; to knowledge, temperance; to tēperāce, patience; to patience, godlines; Wherefore it was not without cause that S. Peter writing to such as had obtained like precious faith with himself, wills them to join to their faith virtue, to virtue, knowledge; to knowledge, temperance; to temperance, patience; to patience, godliness; c-crq pn31 vbds xx p-acp n1 cst np1 np1 vvg p-acp d c-acp vhd vvn av-j j n1 p-acp px31, vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 n1, p-acp n1, n1; p-acp n1, n1; p-acp n1, n1; p-acp n1, n1; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
35 to godlines, brotherly kindnes, & to brotherly kindnesse, loue, 2. Pet. 1. 5. For (saith he) if faith want knowledge, it is a blind credulity, to godliness, brotherly kindness, & to brotherly kindness, love, 2. Pet. 1. 5. For (Says he) if faith want knowledge, it is a blind credulity, p-acp n1, av-j n1, cc p-acp j n1, n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp (vvz pns31) cs n1 vvb n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
36 and not a cleere eie wherewith we see God, & heauēs happinesse, albeit it be a farre off. v. 9. And if it bee not accompanied with all these divine graces, it is an idle & fruitlesse fancie, vers. 8. and not a true working and fruitfull faith. and not a clear eye wherewith we see God, & heavens happiness, albeit it be a Far off. v. 9. And if it be not accompanied with all these divine graces, it is an idle & fruitless fancy, vers. 8. and not a true working and fruitful faith. cc xx dt j n1 c-crq pns12 vvb np1, cc n2 n1, cs pn31 vbb dt av-j a-acp. n1 crd cc cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp d d j-jn n2, pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1, fw-la. crd cc xx dt j n-vvg cc j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
37 Gal. 5. 6. But if it bee accompanied with these divine graces, then it proueth it sufficiently, to be the faith of Gods elect. Gal. 5. 6. But if it be accompanied with these divine graces, then it Proves it sufficiently, to be the faith of God's elect. np1 crd crd p-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp d j-jn n2, cs pn31 vvz pn31 av-j, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
38 Tit. 1. 1. and assureth al such as are indued therewith, that they are effectually called to the estate of grace, Tit. 1. 1. and assureth all such as Are endued therewith, that they Are effectually called to the estate of grace, np1 crd crd cc vvz d d c-acp vbr vvn av, cst pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
39 and are elected to everlasting life. and Are elected to everlasting life. cc vbr vvn p-acp j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
40 vers. 10. And verily, even by the light of nature it is recorded that the Graces goe hand in hand, vers. 10. And verily, even by the Light of nature it is recorded that the Graces go hand in hand, fw-la. crd cc av-j, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vbz vvn cst dt n2 vvb n1 p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
41 and will in no wise part company: and will in no wise part company: cc vmb p-acp dx j n1 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
42 and by the light of Prophesie it is further iustified, that they are as a most pretious and golden chaine, Ez. 16. 11. the linkes whereof cannot be severed. and by the Light of Prophesy it is further justified, that they Are as a most precious and golden chain, Ezra 16. 11. the links whereof cannot be severed. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvi pn31 vbz av-jc vvn, cst pns32 vbr p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1, np1 crd crd dt n2 c-crq vmbx vbi vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
43 How then can a true faith being one of the principall vertues that are by Christ infuled into the hearts of all true Christians, Eph. 6. 16. Ioh. 6. 19. be severed from the societie of the residue of the divine graces of the spirit of God? Doth not the Apostle plainly avouch, that wee are all the sonnes of God by faith in Christ. How then can a true faith being one of the principal Virtues that Are by christ infuled into the hearts of all true Christians, Ephesians 6. 16. John 6. 19. be severed from the society of the residue of the divine graces of the Spirit of God? Does not the Apostle plainly avouch, that we Are all the Sons of God by faith in christ. uh-crq av vmb dt j n1 vbg crd pp-f dt j-jn n2 cst vbr p-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j np1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? vdz xx dt n1 av-j vvi, cst pns12 vbr d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
44 Gal. 3. 26. Ioh. 1. 12. and therefore renued into his image in righteousnesse and true holinesse? Are wee not by faith vnited vnto Christ, Eph. 3. 17. and at one with God? Rom. 5. 1. How then can it be a neare companion with blindnesse and ignorance, Gal. 3. 26. John 1. 12. and Therefore renewed into his image in righteousness and true holiness? are we not by faith united unto christ, Ephesians 3. 17. and At one with God? Rom. 5. 1. How then can it be a near Companion with blindness and ignorance, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd cc av vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc j n1? vbr pns12 xx p-acp n1 vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd crd cc p-acp crd p-acp np1? np1 crd crd uh-crq av vmb pn31 vbi dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
45 or with vnrighteousnesse and sinne? For what communion can there be betweene light and darknesse? what concord betweene righteousnesse and vnrighteousnesse? 2. Cor. 6. 14. But there is so great an agreement betweene faith and loue and the residue of the divine graces of the spirit of God that S. Austin doth place them in the definition of faith, or with unrighteousness and sin? For what communion can there be between Light and darkness? what concord between righteousness and unrighteousness? 2. Cor. 6. 14. But there is so great an agreement between faith and love and the residue of the divine graces of the Spirit of God that S. Austin does place them in the definition of faith, cc p-acp n1-u cc n1? p-acp r-crq n1 vmb a-acp vbi p-acp n1 cc n1? q-crq n1 p-acp n1 cc n1-u? crd np1 crd crd p-acp pc-acp vbz av j dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cst n1 np1 vdz vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
46 as if they were the very essence thereof. as if they were the very essence thereof. c-acp cs pns32 vbdr dt j n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
47 For, what is it (saith he) to beleeue in God, but to loue God, For, what is it (Says he) to believe in God, but to love God, p-acp, r-crq vbz pn31 (vvz pns31) pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
48 and to loue God? that is, to loue God with a double loue. and to love God? that is, to love God with a double love. cc pc-acp vvi np1? cst vbz, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
49 Aug. in Ioh. tr. 29. So. in Ps. 77. To beleeue in God, is to cleaue to God, Aug. in John Tr. 29. So. in Ps. 77. To believe in God, is to cleave to God, np1 p-acp np1 n1. crd np1 p-acp np1 crd p-acp vvi p-acp np1, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
50 & to worke that which is good together with him that worketh good in vs. Wherefore let all such as make profession, that by faith they ioyfully imbrace the covenant of mercy in Christ, & to work that which is good together with him that works good in us Wherefore let all such as make profession, that by faith they joyfully embrace the Covenant of mercy in christ, cc pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz j av p-acp pno31 cst vvz j p-acp pno12 c-crq vvd d d c-acp vvb n1, cst p-acp n1 pns32 av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
51 and yet are carelesse in the performance of all holy duties, nay, which turne the grace of God into wantonnesse, Iac. 4. and vpon a presumptuous opinion of the infinitie of the mercy of God, and yet Are careless in the performance of all holy duties, nay, which turn the grace of God into wantonness, Iac. 4. and upon a presumptuous opinion of the infinity of the mercy of God, cc av vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, uh-x, r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, np1 crd cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
52 and merits of Christ, doe loose the raines to all manner of wicked and corrupt affections. and merits of christ, do lose the reins to all manner of wicked and corrupt affections. cc n2 pp-f np1, vdb vvi dt n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f j cc j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
53 Let them all knowe that howsoeuer in word they make profession of the faith of Christ, Let them all know that howsoever in word they make profession of the faith of christ, vvb pno32 d vvi d c-acp p-acp n1 pns32 vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
54 yet in their deeds they denie the same. yet in their Deeds they deny the same. av p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vvb dt d. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
55 Tit. 1. 16. For how doth he say that he beleeueth in Christ, who doth not that which he commandeth him to doe? Cyp, de simpl. praelat. Tit. 1. 16. For how does he say that he Believeth in christ, who does not that which he commands him to do? Cyprus, de Simple. Prelate. np1 crd crd p-acp q-crq vdz pns31 vvi cst pns31 vvz p-acp np1, r-crq vdz xx d r-crq pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vdi? np1, fw-fr n1. n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
56 How then can hee that doth contrary to that which God commandeth, say that he beleeueth in Christ, How then can he that does contrary to that which God commands, say that he Believeth in christ, c-crq av vmb pns31 cst vdz vvi p-acp cst r-crq np1 vvz, vvb cst pns31 vvz p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
57 and is partaker of the covenant of grace? For vnto the vngodly, saith God, VVhat hast thou to doe to declare mine ordinances, and is partaker of the Covenant of grace? For unto the ungodly, Says God, What hast thou to do to declare mine ordinances, cc vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1? p-acp p-acp dt j, vvz np1, q-crq vh2 pns21 pc-acp vdi pc-acp vvi po11 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
58 and to take my covenant in thy mouth? Ps. 50. 16. So Ier. 7. 9. Will yee steale, murder, commit adulterie, and to take my Covenant in thy Mouth? Ps. 50. 16. So Jeremiah 7. 9. Will ye steal, murder, commit adultery, cc pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp po21 n1? np1 crd crd av np1 crd crd n1 pn22 vvi, n1, vvb n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
59 & sweare falsely, &c. and come and stand before me in this house whereon my name is called, & swear falsely, etc. and come and stand before me in this house whereon my name is called, cc vvi av-j, av cc vvi cc vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp d n1 c-crq po11 n1 vbz vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
60 as if yee were my seruants, whereas yee cloth your selues with the Divels livery, as if ye were my Servants, whereas ye cloth your selves with the Devils livery, c-acp cs pn22 vbdr po11 n2, cs pn22 vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
61 and doe such works as belong to his service? Will yee say that yee are deliuered from the slauerie of sinne, and do such works as belong to his service? Will ye say that ye Are Delivered from the slavery of sin, cc vdb d n2 c-acp vvb p-acp po31 n1? n1 pn22 vvi cst pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
62 & yet pollute your selues with all maner of abominations? How shall we (saith the Apostle) that are dead to sinne liue any longer therein? Rom. 6. 2. Surely if Christs death doth deliuer vs from the guilt of our sinnes, it will first deliver vs from the dominion of our sinnes: & yet pollute your selves with all manner of abominations? How shall we (Says the Apostle) that Are dead to sin live any longer therein? Rom. 6. 2. Surely if Christ death does deliver us from the guilt of our Sins, it will First deliver us from the dominion of our Sins: cc av vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2? q-crq vmb pns12 (vvz dt n1) d vbr j p-acp n1 vvb d av-jc av? np1 crd crd np1 cs npg1 n1 vdz vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pn31 vmb ord vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
63 and if Christs resurrection shall raise vs vp to be partakers of eternall life, it will first raise vs vp to newnesse of life. 1. Cor. 25. 34. Apoc. 20. 6. For vndoubtedly a wise and an holy faith, whereby we liue to God, Gal. 2. 20. must go before our glorification, & iustification also. and if Christ resurrection shall raise us up to be partakers of Eternal life, it will First raise us up to newness of life. 1. Cor. 25. 34. Apocalypse 20. 6. For undoubtedly a wise and an holy faith, whereby we live to God, Gal. 2. 20. must go before our glorification, & justification also. cc cs npg1 n1 vmb vvi pno12 a-acp pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f j n1, pn31 vmb ord vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1. crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd p-acp av-j dt j cc dt j n1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1, np1 crd crd vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1, cc n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
64 For whom God electeth in Christ before all worlds, to those by an inward and effectuall calling, he giueth a wise and an holy faith, whereby they are made the sonnes of God, Gal. 3. 26 & are renued vnto his image in righteousnes, For whom God Electeth in christ before all world's, to those by an inward and effectual calling, he gives a wise and an holy faith, whereby they Are made the Sons of God, Gal. 3. 26 & Are renewed unto his image in righteousness, p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp d n2, p-acp d p-acp dt j cc j n-vvg, pns31 vvz dt j cc dt j n1, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cc vbr j-vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
65 & true holines, that so resembling their heauenly father, hee may take them for his owne deare children. & true holiness, that so resembling their heavenly father, he may take them for his own deer children. cc j n1, cst av vvg po32 j n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 d j-jn n2. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
66 Now whom he thus calleth, them he iustefieth (for by faith we must be first engraffed into Christ, Now whom he thus calls, them he iustefieth (for by faith we must be First engrafted into christ, av r-crq pns31 av vvz, pno32 pns31 vvz (c-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vbi ord vvn p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
67 before wee can haue interest in his righteousnesse, whereby wee are iustified) and then, them whom he iustifieth, he also glorifieth. before we can have Interest in his righteousness, whereby we Are justified) and then, them whom he Justifieth, he also Glorifieth. c-acp pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn) cc av, pno32 r-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 av vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 5
68 Rom. 8. 30. A sanctifying faith is then the first of all the proper and peculiar gifts that God bestoweth vpon all those to whom he vouchsafeth to giue an honourable place in his house and family. 1. Cor. 6. 11. Tit. 3. 5. 6. 7 & a greater also then iustification it selfe. Rom. 8. 30. A sanctifying faith is then the First of all the proper and peculiar Gifts that God bestoweth upon all those to whom he vouchsafeth to give an honourable place in his house and family. 1. Cor. 6. 11. Tit. 3. 5. 6. 7 & a greater also then justification it self. np1 crd crd dt j-vvg n1 vbz av dt ord pp-f d dt j cc j n2 cst np1 vvz p-acp d d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd crd crd cc dt jc av cs n1 pn31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
69 For it is a greater blessing to be delivered from the being and bondage of sinne, For it is a greater blessing to be Delivered from the being and bondage of sin, p-acp pn31 vbz dt jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt vbg cc n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
70 then from the guilt and punishment thereof: for that the one is a farre greater evill then the other. then from the guilt and punishment thereof: for that the one is a Far greater evil then the other. av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av: c-acp cst dt pi vbz dt av-j jc j-jn cs dt n-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
71 The making of an impious a iust man (as Thomas A quinas teacheth) is the greatest of all the workes of God. The making of an impious a just man (as Thomas A quinas Teaches) is the greatest of all the works of God. dt n-vvg pp-f dt j dt j n1 (c-acp np1 dt fw-la vvz) vbz dt js pp-f d dt n2 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
72 So S. Austin writing vpon these words of our Sauiour Christ ( greater workes then these shall they doe ) saith that it is a greater worke of an impious man to make a iust man, So S. Austin writing upon these words of our Saviour christ (greater works then these shall they do) Says that it is a greater work of an impious man to make a just man, av n1 np1 vvg p-acp d n2 pp-f po12 n1 np1 (jc n2 cs d vmb pns32 vdb) vvz d pn31 vbz dt jc n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
73 then to create heauen & earth. then to create heaven & earth. cs pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
74 Aug in Ioh. tract. 72. For in the creating of all things of nothing, as there was nothing to further, Aug in John tract. 72. For in the creating of all things of nothing, as there was nothing to further, np1 p-acp np1 n1. crd p-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n2 pp-f pix, c-acp pc-acp vbds pix pc-acp av-jc, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
75 so there was nothing to hinder the work: so there was nothing to hinder the work: av a-acp vbds pix pc-acp vvi dt n1: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
76 seeing nothing hath no activitie, but in the recreation or regeneration of man, there is not onely no furtherance in the natural man, seeing nothing hath no activity, but in the recreation or regeneration of man, there is not only no furtherance in the natural man, j-vvg pix vhz dx n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz xx av-j av-dx n1 p-acp dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
77 but a great hinderance & resistance. but a great hindrance & resistance. cc-acp dt j n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
78 Wherefore it is not without cause that the faithfull, recording in what danger they were by reason of their sinnes before their regeneration and sanctification, doe greatly reioice and say: Wherefore it is not without cause that the faithful, recording in what danger they were by reason of their Sins before their regeneration and sanctification, do greatly rejoice and say: c-crq pn31 vbz xx p-acp n1 cst dt j, vvg p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, vdb av-j vvi cc vvi: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
79 The right hand of the Lord hath shewed forth his mightie power; the right hand of the Lord hath advanced me. The right hand of the Lord hath showed forth his mighty power; the right hand of the Lord hath advanced me. dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn av po31 j n1; dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn pno11. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
80 Aug. confes. l. 4. c. 3. Wherefore seeing an holy faith, which is accompanied with all the residue of the graces of sanctification is the greatest of all the peculiar gifts of God, Aug. confess. l. 4. c. 3. Wherefore seeing an holy faith, which is accompanied with all the residue of the graces of sanctification is the greatest of all the peculiar Gifts of God, np1 vvi. n1 crd sy. crd c-crq vvg dt j n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz dt js pp-f d dt j n2 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
81 even such an one, as whereby we haue not only an entrance into the estate of grace, Rom. 5. 2. but are preserved there by to eternall salvation. 1. Pet. 1. 5. wee ought to imploy our first and our chiefest care for the obtaining and preseruing of the same. even such an one, as whereby we have not only an Entrance into the estate of grace, Rom. 5. 2. but Are preserved there by to Eternal salvation. 1. Pet. 1. 5. we ought to employ our First and our chiefest care for the obtaining and preserving of the same. av d dt pi, c-acp c-crq pns12 vhb xx av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd p-acp vbr vvn a-acp p-acp p-acp j n1. crd np1 crd crd pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi po12 ord cc po12 js-jn n1 p-acp dt n-vvg cc n-vvg pp-f dt d. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
82 And that so much the more, for that not only God is principally serued, and glorified, and our selues beautefied thereby. And that so much the more, for that not only God is principally served, and glorified, and our selves beautefied thereby. cc cst av av-d dt av-dc, c-acp cst xx av-j np1 vbz av-j vvn, cc vvn, cc po12 n2 vvd av. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
83 Ioh. 6. 29. but also that so we may stop the mouthes of our adversaries. John 6. 29. but also that so we may stop the mouths of our Adversaries. np1 crd crd p-acp av cst av pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 6
84 For among al the most slanderous imputations that they lay to our charge, this is not the least, that they avouch that wee teach a bare and naked faith, without the fruit of all good workes, in that wee affirme that faith is alone in the worke of our iustification. For among all the most slanderous imputations that they lay to our charge, this is not the least, that they avouch that we teach a bore and naked faith, without the fruit of all good works, in that we affirm that faith is alone in the work of our justification. p-acp p-acp d dt av-ds j n2 cst pns32 vvd p-acp po12 n1, d vbz xx dt ds, cst pns32 vvb cst pns12 vvb dt j cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j vvz, p-acp cst pns12 vvb d n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
85 The which is as true, as if they should say, that wee hold that the eye is alone in the body without the residue of the other senses, seeing that wee avouch that the eie is alone in the apprehension of all such things as are subiect vnto sight. The which is as true, as if they should say, that we hold that the eye is alone in the body without the residue of the other Senses, seeing that we avouch that the eye is alone in the apprehension of all such things as Are Subject unto sighed. dt r-crq vbz a-acp j, c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi, cst pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2, vvg cst pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n2 c-acp vbr j-jn p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
86 And yet for this cause we must be called Sol•fidians as if wee reiected all other fruits of the spirit with the practise & exercise of all good works. And yet for this cause we must be called Sol•fidians as if we rejected all other fruits of the Spirit with the practice & exercise of all good works. cc av p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vbi vvn npg1 c-acp cs pns12 vvd d j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
87 Nay, let vs make no lesse vse hereof, then Philip did of those slanders, the which the Athenians had raised vp against him: Nay, let us make no less use hereof, then Philip did of those slanders, the which the Athenians had raised up against him: uh-x, vvb pno12 vvi av-dx av-dc vvi av, cs np1 vdd pp-f d n2, dt r-crq dt njp2 vhd vvn a-acp p-acp pno31: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
88 I am much (said he) beholding to the Athenians, for that by their slanderous reports I am made the more careful to look to my waies, that I may hold a right course, that so I may confute them, both by my words and workes. I am much (said he) beholding to the Athenians, for that by their slanderous reports I am made the more careful to look to my ways, that I may hold a right course, that so I may confute them, both by my words and works. pns11 vbm d (vvd pns31) vvg p-acp dt njp2, c-acp cst p-acp po32 j n2 pns11 vbm vvn dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n2, cst pns11 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, cst av pns11 vmb vvi pno32, av-d p-acp po11 n2 cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
89 So likewise, whereas our doctrine is, that the true Christian saith is accompanied with all manner of divine and heauenly graces, So likewise, whereas our Doctrine is, that the true Christian Says is accompanied with all manner of divine and heavenly graces, av av, cs po12 n1 vbz, cst dt j njp vvz vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f j-jn cc j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
90 and is fruitfull in all good workes, let vs giue all diligence to confirme the same by an holy life and conversation, that so we may confute them by our deeds also. and is fruitful in all good works, let us give all diligence to confirm the same by an holy life and Conversation, that so we may confute them by our Deeds also. cc vbz j p-acp d j n2, vvb pno12 vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi dt d p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, cst av pns12 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po12 n2 av. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
91 And so we may bee bold to retort vpon them iustly and truly, that which they vntruely charge vs withall. And so we may be bold to retort upon them justly and truly, that which they untruly charge us withal. cc av pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av-j cc av-j, cst r-crq pns32 av-j vvb pno12 av. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
92 For in that they avouch that the true Christian faith, may not only be in the reprobate, For in that they avouch that the true Christian faith, may not only be in the Reprobate, p-acp p-acp cst pns32 vvb cst dt j njp n1, vmb xx av-j vbi p-acp dt n-jn, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
93 but even in the very divels themselues, thereby they teach that it may be alone without the company of any vertue, but even in the very Devils themselves, thereby they teach that it may be alone without the company of any virtue, cc-acp av p-acp dt j n2 px32, av pns32 vvb cst pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
94 & without the practise of any good worke. & without the practice of any good work. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
95 And therefore they may be truely tearmed not onely Solifidians, but Implijfidians, & ' Diabolifidians also. And Therefore they may be truly termed not only Solifidians, but Implijfidians, & ' Diabolifidians also. cc av pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn xx av-j npg1, p-acp fw-la, cc ' n2-jn av. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
96 Vndoubtedly hereby they make it manifest to the whole world, that they hold not the true Catholike faith, seeing thereby in the iudgement of S. Austine, the iust are discerned from the vniust. Undoubtedly hereby they make it manifest to the Whole world, that they hold not the true Catholic faith, seeing thereby in the judgement of S. Augustine, the just Are discerned from the unjust. av-j av pns32 vvb pn31 j p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst pns32 vvb xx dt j jp n1, vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, dt j vbr vvn p-acp dt j. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
97 Aug. ad Bomf. l. 3. c. 5. Whereas by that faith which themselues hold to be Catholike, they cannot be discerned from the very Divels themselues. Aug. ad Bomf. l. 3. c. 5. Whereas by that faith which themselves hold to be Catholic, they cannot be discerned from the very Devils themselves. np1 fw-la n1. n1 crd sy. crd cs p-acp d n1 r-crq px32 vvb pc-acp vbi jp, pns32 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 px32. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 7
98 Now if they bee not severed from the Divels in their faith, neither can they bee seuered from them in their workes, seeing faith is the root, & works are the fruits; Now if they be not severed from the Devils in their faith, neither can they be severed from them in their works, seeing faith is the root, & works Are the fruits; av cs pns32 vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp po32 n1, dx vmb pns32 vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2, vvg n1 vbz dt n1, cc n2 vbr dt n2; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
99 and such a root, such a fruit: and such a root, such a fruit: cc d dt n1, d dt n1: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
100 Now if they bee severed from the Divell neither in their faith nor workes, how can they bee severed from him in their punishments? Wherefore let them disgrace this gracious gift of faith which haue no part nor portion in the reward thereof, Now if they be severed from the devil neither in their faith nor works, how can they be severed from him in their punishments? Wherefore let them disgrace this gracious gift of faith which have no part nor portion in the reward thereof, av cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 av-dx p-acp po32 n1 ccx n2, q-crq vmb pns32 vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po32 n2? q-crq vvb pno32 vvi d j n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vhb dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp dt n1 av, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
101 But as for vs which acknowledge it to be a principall part of true sanctitie and holinesse: But as for us which acknowledge it to be a principal part of true sanctity and holiness: cc-acp c-acp p-acp pno12 r-crq vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
102 let vs most carefully obserue the meanes whereby it is coliated, by God set downe in these words of our text: Sanctifie them with thy truth: thy word is truth. let us most carefully observe the means whereby it is coliated, by God Set down in these words of our text: Sanctify them with thy truth: thy word is truth. vvb pno12 av-ds av-j vvi dt n2 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, p-acp np1 vvd a-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f po12 n1: vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1: po21 n1 vbz n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
103 Wherein we are to obserue these two points: First, that God doth sanctifie his by the truth: Wherein we Are to observe these two points: First, that God does sanctify his by the truth: c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d crd n2: ord, cst np1 vdz vvi png31 p-acp dt n1: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
104 secondly that this truth is contained in Gods word, even in that word of God which is delivered vnto vs by the Prophets and Apostles. secondly that this truth is contained in God's word, even in that word of God which is Delivered unto us by the prophets and Apostles. ord cst d n1 vbz vvn p-acp npg1 n1, av p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2 cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
105 Concerning the first, which is, that truth is the true meanes whereby we attaine to an holy faith, Concerning the First, which is, that truth is the true means whereby we attain to an holy faith, vvg dt ord, r-crq vbz, cst n1 vbz dt j n2 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
106 and to all the residue of the graces of sanctification, it is manifest in this, that truth doth rectifie our vnderstanding, will, & affections: and to all the residue of the graces of sanctification, it is manifest in this, that truth does rectify our understanding, will, & affections: cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz j p-acp d, cst n1 vdz vvi po12 n1, n1, cc n2: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
107 in the vprightnesse of the which, our whole and totall sanctification doth consist. in the uprightness of the which, our Whole and total sanctification does consist. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt r-crq, po12 n-jn cc j n1 vdz vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
108 And therefore by S. Austine, truth is tearmed, The virginitie of the soule, and the chastitie of the mind, As falsehood, And Therefore by S. Augustine, truth is termed, The virginity of the soul, and the chastity of the mind, As falsehood, cc av p-acp n1 np1, n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
109 and vntruth is the adulterous pollution of them all: and untruth is the adulterous pollution of them all: cc n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f pno32 d: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
110 insomuch that all such as in Gods service embrace lyes either taken by tradition from their ancestors, insomuch that all such as in God's service embrace lies either taken by tradition from their Ancestors, av cst d d c-acp p-acp ng1 n1 vvi n2 av-d vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
111 or sucken out of their owne heads, are iustly charged by the spirit of God to goe a whoring after humane inventions. or sucken out of their own Heads, Are justly charged by the Spirit of God to go a whoring After humane Inventions. cc vvn av pp-f po32 d n2, vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt vvg p-acp j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
112 Num. 15. 39. Here of it is that men of al professions lay claime to the truth, Num. 15. 39. Here of it is that men of all professions lay claim to the truth, np1 crd crd av pp-f pn31 vbz d n2 pp-f d n2 vvd n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
113 and for proofe thereof make a shew to deriue the pedegree of their doctrine from God the author of truth, and for proof thereof make a show to derive the pedigree of their Doctrine from God the author of truth, cc p-acp n1 av vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
114 and from his word the authenticall, and vndeniable evidences thereof. As it may appeare by Celsus. and from his word the authentical, and undeniable evidences thereof. As it may appear by Celsus. cc p-acp po31 n1 dt j, cc j n2 av. p-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
115 Who as Origen reporteth, entituled his bookes, The word of truth, which yet hee wrot against the truth. Who as Origen Reporteth, entitled his books, The word of truth, which yet he wrote against the truth. r-crq p-acp np1 vvz, vvn po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq av pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 8
116 Wherefore as the Apostle exhorteth, we are not to beleeue every spirit, but to trie the spirits whether they are of God or no: Wherefore as the Apostle exhorteth, we Are not to believe every Spirit, but to try the spirits whither they Are of God or no: c-crq c-acp dt n1 vvz, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi d n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 cs pns32 vbr pp-f np1 cc dx: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 9
117 and wisely to examine the grounds of all doctrines, before that we make them Articles of our Creed: and wisely to examine the grounds of all doctrines, before that we make them Articles of our Creed: cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d n2, c-acp cst pns12 vvb pno32 n2 pp-f po12 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 9
118 that so we may imbrace the knowledge of the truth, whereby we may bee saved, that so we may embrace the knowledge of the truth, whereby we may be saved, cst av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 9
119 and reiect the strong delusion of Satans lies, which are the venome and poison of our soules. 2. Thess. 2. 10. Now the word of God which our blessed Saviour, the wisdome of God Prov. 8. revealed by his spirit to the Prophets and Apostles, is this word of sanctifying and sauing truth. and reject the strong delusion of Satan lies, which Are the venom and poison of our Souls. 2. Thess 2. 10. Now the word of God which our blessed Saviour, the Wisdom of God Curae 8. revealed by his Spirit to the prophets and Apostles, is this word of sanctifying and Saving truth. cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n2, r-crq vbr dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2. crd np1 crd crd av dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq po12 j n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 crd vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2, vbz d n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 9
120 For if we continue in the same, We shall knowe the truth, & the truth shall make vs free. For if we continue in the same, We shall know the truth, & the truth shall make us free. p-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt d, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, cc dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 j. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 9
121 Ioh. 8. 32. And how doth truth make vs free, but by sanctifying vs with al divlne and heavenly vertues? For a true vertuous man is the only free man. John 8. 32. And how does truth make us free, but by sanctifying us with all divlne and heavenly Virtues? For a true virtuous man is the only free man. np1 crd crd cc q-crq vdz n1 vvi pno12 j, cc-acp p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp d j cc j n2? p-acp dt j j n1 vbz dt j j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 9
122 Let vs then come to the second point, and take a true view of such proofes as may be produced, to make manifest, that the word of Christ revealed by his spirit to the Prophets and Apostles, is only the rich treasury of that pretious truth, whereby all the elect of God are brought to a sanctifying and sauing faith. Let us then come to the second point, and take a true view of such proofs as may be produced, to make manifest, that the word of christ revealed by his Spirit to the prophets and Apostles, is only the rich treasury of that precious truth, whereby all the elect of God Are brought to a sanctifying and Saving faith. vvb pno12 av vvi p-acp dt ord n1, cc vvb dt j n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp vmb vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2, vbz av-j dt j n1 pp-f cst j n1, c-crq d dt j-vvn pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 9
123 The which thing that we may effect, let vs first search and enquire where and what truth is, that so truth may speake and manifest it selfe. The which thing that we may Effect, let us First search and inquire where and what truth is, that so truth may speak and manifest it self. dt r-crq n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi, vvb pno12 ord vvi cc vvi c-crq cc r-crq n1 vbz, cst av n1 vmb vvi cc vvi pn31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 9
124 Truth is either in things or words. Truth in things, is the fit and apt agreement of the causes with their effects, Truth is either in things or words. Truth in things, is the fit and apt agreement of the Causes with their effects, n1 vbz av-d p-acp n2 cc n2. n1 p-acp n2, vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp po32 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 9
125 and the effects with their causes, of the accidents with their subiects, and subiects with their accidents: and the effects with their Causes, of the accidents with their Subjects, and Subjects with their accidents: cc dt n2 p-acp po32 n2, pp-f dt n2 p-acp po32 n2-jn, cc n2-jn p-acp po32 n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 9
126 and so of all other arguments and reasons, with the things whereof they are argumēts & reasons. and so of all other Arguments and Reasons, with the things whereof they Are Arguments & Reasons. cc av pp-f d j-jn n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns32 vbr n2 cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 9
127 So truth in words, is when true reasons which agree with the things whereof they are reasons, are accordingly set downe in the words, which are deliuered to expresse the same. So truth in words, is when true Reasons which agree with the things whereof they Are Reasons, Are accordingly Set down in the words, which Are Delivered to express the same. av n1 p-acp n2, vbz c-crq j n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns32 vbr n2, vbr av-vvg vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2, r-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt d. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 9
128 Hence then we thus conclude that if all true reasons whereby the true God and true Godlinesse may be knowne and embraced, are rightly set downe in the doctrine revealed by Christ to the Prophets and Apostles, Hence then we thus conclude that if all true Reasons whereby the true God and true Godliness may be known and embraced, Are rightly Set down in the Doctrine revealed by christ to the prophets and Apostles, av cs pns12 av vvi cst cs d j n2 c-crq dt j np1 cc j n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, vbr av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
129 and by them registred, and enrolled in the Canonicall Scriptures of the old and new Testament: and by them registered, and enrolled in the Canonical Scriptures of the old and new Testament: cc p-acp pno32 vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
130 then this word is the word of God, and the word of truth. But in these bookes are set downe all manner of most forcible and effectuall arguments, then this word is the word of God, and the word of truth. But in these books Are Set down all manner of most forcible and effectual Arguments, cs d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp p-acp d n2 vbr vvn a-acp d n1 pp-f ds j cc j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
131 and reasons for the rooting vp of all errors and vntruths, & for the opening & confirming of all doctrines of faith, and Reasons for the rooting up of all errors and untruths, & for the opening & confirming of all doctrines of faith, cc n2 p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f d n2 cc n2, cc p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f d n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
132 and godlinesse, and for the edifying of the spirituall temple of God. and godliness, and for the edifying of the spiritual temple of God. cc n1, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
133 Let vs (saith S. Hierome) ascend into the reasonable mount, and seeking of the testimonies of Scripture choice and fit timber for every severall point of doctrine: Let us (Says S. Jerome) ascend into the reasonable mount, and seeking of the testimonies of Scripture choice and fit timber for every several point of Doctrine: vvb pno12 (vvz np1 np1) vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 n1 cc j n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
134 let vs cut it downe, and there with build the house of wisdome. let us Cut it down, and there with built the house of Wisdom. vvb pno12 vvi pn31 a-acp, cc a-acp p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
135 Hier. in Hagg. Neither doth this word of God minister choice timber onely for the building vp of the Lords Temple, Hier. in Haggai Neither does this word of God minister choice timber only for the building up of the lords Temple, np1 p-acp np1 d vdz d n1 pp-f np1 vvi j n1 av-j p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f dt n2 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
136 but all maner of wholsome food also for the sustenance of all such as are of the Lords houshold. but all manner of wholesome food also for the sustenance of all such as Are of the lords household. cc-acp d n1 pp-f j n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d c-acp vbr pp-f dt n2 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
137 For in it there is both milk for children, & strong meat for such as are men. For in it there is both milk for children, & strong meat for such as Are men. p-acp p-acp pn31 pc-acp vbz d vvi p-acp n2, cc j n1 p-acp d c-acp vbr n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
138 Heb. 5 12. The principles of this word, are the childrens milke: Hebrew 5 12. The principles of this word, Are the Children's milk: np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f d n1, vbr dt ng2 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
139 which is by S. Peter called a doctrine, standing vpon so sure and sound reason, that hee that rightly apprehendeth the same cannot bee deceaued. 1. Pet. 2. 2. whereby he doth distinguish it from the principles of all other religions, which being not Logicall but Sophisticall, which is by S. Peter called a Doctrine, standing upon so sure and found reason, that he that rightly apprehendeth the same cannot be deceived. 1. Pet. 2. 2. whereby he does distinguish it from the principles of all other Religions, which being not Logical but Sophistical, r-crq vbz p-acp n1 np1 vvd dt n1, vvg p-acp av j cc j n1, cst pns31 cst av-jn vvz dt d vmbx vbi vvn. crd np1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vdz vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j-jn n2, r-crq vbg xx j p-acp j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
140 as happely hauing in them a shew, but not the substance of sound reason, cannot but deceaue and destroy all such as drinke downe the venomous poison thereof. as happily having in them a show, but not the substance of found reason, cannot but deceive and destroy all such as drink down the venomous poison thereof. c-acp av-j j-vvg p-acp pno32 dt n1, cc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f j n1, vmbx p-acp vvi cc vvi d d c-acp vvb a-acp dt j n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
141 Now if the first rudiments of the word of God stand vpon such sound reason that they cannot deceaue, Now if the First rudiments of the word of God stand upon such found reason that they cannot deceive, av cs dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb p-acp d j n1 cst pns32 vmbx vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
142 then the stronger meat thereof, which is all such reasons and arguments which are set downe for the further lightning and strengthning of these principles, must needs bee of greater light and strength. then the Stronger meat thereof, which is all such Reasons and Arguments which Are Set down for the further lightning and strengthening of these principles, must needs be of greater Light and strength. cs dt jc n1 av, r-crq vbz d d n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt jc n1 cc vvg pp-f d n2, vmb av vbi pp-f jc n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
143 And so no doubt they are: And so no doubt they Are: cc av dx n1 pns32 vbr: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 10
144 seeing they are of power to make the mē of God which are long exercised therein able so throughly to discerne betweene good & evill, errour and truth, that they can both purely and zealously performe vnto the Lord that reasonable service which is acceptable vnto him, Rom, 12. 1. The which reasonable service, what is it else but the puritie of a true saith, seeing they Are of power to make the men of God which Are long exercised therein able so thoroughly to discern between good & evil, error and truth, that they can both purely and zealously perform unto the Lord that reasonable service which is acceptable unto him, Rom, 12. 1. The which reasonable service, what is it Else but the purity of a true Says, vvg pns32 vbr pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 r-crq vbr av-j vvn av j av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j-jn, n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vmb av-d av-j cc av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 cst j n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp pno31, np1, crd crd dt r-crq j n1, r-crq vbz pn31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j vvz, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
145 and of all oather divine vertues, with all holy workes that issue from them all? Ioh. 6. 29. 1. Tim. 6. 11. Now faith (as the Apostle defineth it, Heb. 11. 1.) is the ground of things hoped for, and of all oather divine Virtues, with all holy works that issue from them all? John 6. 29. 1. Tim. 6. 11. Now faith (as the Apostle defineth it, Hebrew 11. 1.) is the ground of things hoped for, cc pp-f d vvi j-jn n2, p-acp d j n2 cst n1 p-acp pno32 d? np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd av n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd crd) vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
146 & the demonstration of things not seene: & the demonstration of things not seen: cc dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
147 which principally are the vnspeakable loue, and goodnesse of God demonstrated, not onely in the worke of the creation. which principally Are the unspeakable love, and Goodness of God demonstrated, not only in the work of the creation. r-crq av-j vbr dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 vvn, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
148 Rom. 1. 20. but especially in the worke of the redemption. 2. Cor. 3. 12. For this is such a demonstration of Gods vnspeakable goodnesse and loue, that (as Austine saith) it doth convince the iudgement, and after a sort force the minde to yeeld her assent thereto. Rom. 1. 20. but especially in the work of the redemption. 2. Cor. 3. 12. For this is such a demonstration of God's unspeakable Goodness and love, that (as Augustine Says) it does convince the judgement, and After a sort force the mind to yield her assent thereto. np1 crd crd cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. crd np1 crd crd p-acp d vbz d dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 cc n1, cst (c-acp np1 vvz) pn31 vdz vvi dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
149 Aug. in Ioh. hom. 79. & 95. So God loued the world (saith out blessed Saviour) that he gaue his only begotten Sonne, that whosoever beleeueth in him should not perish, but haue life everlasting. Aug. in John hom. 79. & 95. So God loved the world (Says out blessed Saviour) that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him should not perish, but have life everlasting. np1 p-acp np1 av-an. crd cc crd av np1 vvd dt n1 (vvz av j-vvn n1) d pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 vmd xx vvi, cc-acp vhb n1 j. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
150 Ioh. 3. 16. So Saint Iohn. John 3. 16. So Saint John. np1 crd crd av n1 np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
151 In this appeared the loue of God towards vs, in that God sent his only begotten sonne into the world that wee might liue through him. In this appeared the love of God towards us, in that God sent his only begotten son into the world that we might live through him. p-acp d vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, p-acp cst np1 vvd po31 av-j vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
152 Ioh. 4. 9. And againe, Herein is loue, not that we loued God, but that God loued vs, John 4. 9. And again, Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that God loved us, np1 crd crd cc av, av vbz n1, xx cst pns12 vvd np1, cc-acp cst np1 vvd pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
153 & gaue his Sonne to be an attonement for our sinnes. & gave his Son to be an atonement for our Sins. cc vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
154 And againe, in the very next verse, If God so loued vs, &c. As if hee would haue vs throughly to vnderstand, that such a person giuen for such persons to worke such a worke, is such a demonstration of Gods loue, that the like is no where to be found, no not in all the Bookes of Aristotles Demonstrations. And again, in the very next verse, If God so loved us, etc. As if he would have us thoroughly to understand, that such a person given for such Persons to work such a work, is such a demonstration of God's love, that the like is no where to be found, no not in all the Books of Aristotle Demonstrations. cc av, p-acp dt av ord n1, cs np1 av vvd pno12, av c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi, cst d dt n1 vvn p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi d dt n1, vbz d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst dt j vbz dx c-crq pc-acp vbi vvn, uh-dx xx p-acp d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
155 When I was here a scholler, I heard a most reverend Father, namely Mr. Fox, preaching on these words of the Apostle: When I was Here a scholar, I herd a most reverend Father, namely Mr. Fox, preaching on these words of the Apostle: c-crq pns11 vbds av dt n1, pns11 vvd dt av-ds j-jn n1, av n1 n1, vvg p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
156 If one bee dead for all, then we were all dead. If one be dead for all, then we were all dead. cs pi vbb j p-acp d, cs pns12 vbdr d j. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
157 2. Cor. 5. 14. say here is such an ergo, that all the Schooles cannot shew the like. 2. Cor. 5. 14. say Here is such an ergo, that all the Schools cannot show the like. crd np1 crd crd vvi av vbz d dt fw-la, cst d dt n2 vmbx vvi dt j. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 11
158 And yet this ergo & demonstration whereof we now speake is a more forceable ergo, & a more compelling demonstration, And yet this ergo & demonstration whereof we now speak is a more forceable ergo, & a more compelling demonstration, cc av d fw-la cc n1 c-crq pns12 av vvb vbz dt av-dc j fw-la, cc dt av-dc j-vvg n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
159 as the same Apostle teacheth in the former part of the same verse. as the same Apostle Teaches in the former part of the same verse. c-acp dt d n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
160 For verily if we could attaine to all riches of the full assurance of vnderstanding, to knowe the mystery of God even the Father, and of Christ. For verily if we could attain to all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to know the mystery of God even the Father, and of christ. p-acp av-j cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av dt n1, cc pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
161 Col. 2. 2. Then we should attaine to the full assurance of faith, Heb. 10. 22. even to the full assurance of Gods loue. Col. 2. 2. Then we should attain to the full assurance of faith, Hebrew 10. 22. even to the full assurance of God's love. np1 crd crd cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
162 If wee were able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the breadth, length, depth, If we were able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the breadth, length, depth, cs pns12 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, r-crq vbz dt n1, n1, n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
163 and height of the loue of Christ that passeth knowledge, then should wee bee filled with all fulnesse of God. and height of the love of christ that passes knowledge, then should we be filled with all fullness of God. cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz n1, av vmd pns12 vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
164 Eph. 3. 18. In the meane season, all such as haue attained to some measure of this faith, which is grounded vpon so strong demonstration, are called by S. Chrysostome. Ephesians 3. 18. In the mean season, all such as have attained to Some measure of this faith, which is grounded upon so strong demonstration, Are called by S. Chrysostom. np1 crd crd p-acp dt j n1, d d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp av j n1, vbr vvn p-acp n1 np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
165 hom 9. in Epist. ad Coll. sheepe indued with reason, for that they are, or should bee able to giue answer to every one that asketh them a reason of the hope that is in them. 1. Pet. 3. 15, hom 9. in Epistle ad Coll. sheep endued with reason, for that they Are, or should be able to give answer to every one that asks them a reason of the hope that is in them. 1. Pet. 3. 15, uh crd p-acp np1 fw-la np1 n1 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp cst pns32 vbr, cc vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d pi cst vvz pno32 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32. crd np1 crd crd, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
166 And verily all such Christians as rightly vnderstand the grounds of their faith are esteemed by the Apostle to bee worthie of the name of reasonable men: And verily all such Christians as rightly understand the grounds of their faith Are esteemed by the Apostle to be worthy of the name of reasonable men: cc av-j d d np1 p-acp av-jn vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
167 whereas all that doe not, are by him branded with the note of men wicked and vnreasonable. whereas all that do not, Are by him branded with the note of men wicked and unreasonable. cs d cst vdb xx, vbr p-acp pno31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 j cc j-u. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
168 Furthermore (saith he) bretheren pray for vs, that the word of the Lord may haue a full current, Furthermore (Says he) brethren pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have a full current, np1 (vvz pns31) n2 vvb p-acp pno12, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vhi dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
169 & be glorified, as it is with you, and that we may be delivered from vnreasonable and evill men: & be glorified, as it is with you, and that we may be Delivered from unreasonable and evil men: cc vbi vvn, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pn22, cc cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j-u cc j-jn n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
170 for all men haue not faith. for all men have not faith. c-acp d n2 vhb xx n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
171 2. Th. 3. 1. Neither is this first and principall part of Gods seruice only grounded vpon most sure & sound reason, 2. Th. 3. 1. Neither is this First and principal part of God's service only grounded upon most sure & found reason, crd np1 crd crd av-d vbz d ord cc j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 n1 av-j vvn p-acp ds j cc j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
172 but also the other part thereof consisting in the exercise of all holy works, proceeding from al the divine graces and gifts of the holy spirit of God. but also the other part thereof consisting in the exercise of all holy works, proceeding from all the divine graces and Gifts of the holy Spirit of God. cc-acp av dt j-jn n1 av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, vvg p-acp d dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
173 For if they be not done after that manner, and by the inducement of such reasons, For if they be not done After that manner, and by the inducement of such Reasons, p-acp cs pns32 vbb xx vdn p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
174 as God in his word requireth them to be performed, they are not allowed, and approued of Christ. as God in his word requires them to be performed, they Are not allowed, and approved of christ. c-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vbr xx vvn, cc j-vvn pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
175 Mat. 6. 1. 1. Cor. 13. 1. For that may bee said of all good workes which Tertullian avoucheth of the Iewes sacrifices: Viz: Mathew 6. 1. 1. Cor. 13. 1. For that may be said of all good works which Tertullian avoucheth of the Iewes Sacrifices: Viz: np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd p-acp d vmb vbi vvn pp-f d j n2 r-crq np1 vvz pp-f dt np2 n2: fw-la: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 12
176 that God did not in them require the thing done, but the reasons for the which they were to be done: that God did not in them require the thing done, but the Reasons for the which they were to be done: cst np1 vdd xx p-acp pno32 vvi dt n1 vdn, cc-acp dt n2 p-acp dt r-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vbi vdn: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
177 so God doth not require our bare workes, but will haue them done vpon such reasons and motiues as they ought to be done. so God does not require our bore works, but will have them done upon such Reasons and motives as they ought to be done. av np1 vdz xx vvi po12 j n2, cc-acp vmb vhi pno32 vdi p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi vdn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
178 So then the very rudiments and principles of this word of Christ are reasonable milke: & the service therein prescribed, is a reasonable service: So then the very rudiments and principles of this word of christ Are reasonable milk: & the service therein prescribed, is a reasonable service: av av dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 vbr j n1: cc dt n1 av vvn, vbz dt j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
179 and the faith therein commanded is grounded vpon a most strong demonstration: and the workes therein required are squared by the squier of exact reason: and the faith therein commanded is grounded upon a most strong demonstration: and the works therein required Are squared by the squire of exact reason: cc dt n1 av vvn vbz vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n1: cc dt n2 av vvn vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
180 and the persons that embrace this faith, are only and alone esteemed to be endued with right reason: and the Persons that embrace this faith, Are only and alone esteemed to be endued with right reason: cc dt n2 cst vvb d n1, vbr j cc av-j vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
181 therefore we rightly conclude that this word of Christ set downe in the holy Scriptures of the Prophets & Apostles is the only vnerring word of truth. Therefore we rightly conclude that this word of christ Set down in the holy Scriptures of the prophets & Apostles is the only unerring word of truth. av pns12 av-jn vvb cst d n1 pp-f np1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 vbz dt j n1 n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
182 And verily, vnlesse the holy Scriptures were furnished with all varietie of arguments and reasons to convince all errors, And verily, unless the holy Scriptures were furnished with all variety of Arguments and Reasons to convince all errors, cc av-j, cs dt j n2 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
183 and to confirme all truths, how could the professors of the Christian faith be enabled thereby, to convert or confound all heathenish persons, and to confirm all truths, how could the professors of the Christian faith be enabled thereby, to convert or confound all Heathenish Persons, cc pc-acp vvi d n2, q-crq vmd dt n2 pp-f dt njp n1 vbb vvn av, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
184 and all heretickes and schismatikes, and to instruct and strengthen the faithfull themselues? For if we will deale with Ethnikes, we must not produce the bare testimonies of the Prophets and Apostles as of witnesses immediatly instructed & sent into the world by God, to giue an vndeniable evidence to truth: (for that were to begge that as granted, which is by them not only questioned, and all Heretics and Schismatics, and to instruct and strengthen the faithful themselves? For if we will deal with Ethnics, we must not produce the bore testimonies of the prophets and Apostles as of Witnesses immediately instructed & sent into the world by God, to give an undeniable evidence to truth: (for that were to beg that as granted, which is by them not only questioned, cc d n2 cc n2, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j px32? p-acp cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n2-jn, pns12 vmb xx vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 c-acp pp-f n2 av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1: (c-acp d vbdr pc-acp vvi cst c-acp vvn, r-crq vbz p-acp pno32 xx av-j vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
185 but also peremptorily denied) but they must be dealt withall by arguments and reasons, but also peremptorily denied) but they must be dealt withal by Arguments and Reasons, cc-acp av av-j vvn) cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
186 as being a plea allowed by all as are, or thinke themselues to be indued with right reason. as being a plea allowed by all as Are, or think themselves to be endued with right reason. c-acp vbg dt n1 vvn p-acp d c-acp vbr, cc vvi px32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
187 And among the great varietie of arguments and reasons, where by all questions are handled, And among the great variety of Arguments and Reasons, where by all questions Are handled, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, c-crq p-acp d n2 vbr vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
188 and discoursed of, wee must not at the least principally vse such of them as most prevaile with the affections and will; and discoursed of, we must not At the least principally use such of them as most prevail with the affections and will; cc vvn pp-f, pns12 vmb xx p-acp dt av-ds av-j vvi d pp-f pno32 p-acp ds vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
189 but rather such as doe instruct the vnderstanding and the minde. but rather such as do instruct the understanding and the mind. cc-acp av-c d c-acp vdb vvi dt n1 cc dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 13
190 For (as Tertullian saith) Truth perswadeth by teaching: that is, it teacheth the vnderstanding, For (as Tertullian Says) Truth Persuadeth by teaching: that is, it Teaches the understanding, p-acp (c-acp np1 vvz) n1 vvz p-acp vvg: cst vbz, pn31 vvz dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
191 & so prevaileth with the affections and will. Whereas, Falsehood doth teach by perswading: & so prevails with the affections and will. Whereas, Falsehood does teach by persuading: cc av vvz p-acp dt n2 cc n1. cs, n1 vdz vvi p-acp vvg: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
192 that is, perswadeth the affection & will, and so moueth the mind to assent vnto error. that is, Persuadeth the affection & will, and so moves the mind to assent unto error. cst vbz, vvz dt n1 cc n1, cc av vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
193 The truth of both which positions is verified by the experience of all ages. The truth of both which positions is verified by the experience of all ages. dt n1 pp-f d r-crq n2 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
194 For what prevaileth most with the affections but the ensamples of our Ancients, custome, a good intent, For what prevails most with the affections but the ensamples of our Ancients, custom, a good intent, p-acp r-crq vvz av-ds p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2-j, n1, dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
195 and an outward peace and plentie of all temporall blessings? And haue not these beene vsed as principall arguments by Schismarikes, Heretikes, Idolaters, and an outward peace and plenty of all temporal blessings? And have not these been used as principal Arguments by Schismatics, Heretics, Idolaters, cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2? cc vhb xx d vbn vvn p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp n2, n2, n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
196 and Ethnikes? Our Fathers (said the schismatical Samaritans) worshipped in this mount. Ioh. 4. 20. I haue so receaued from my Progenitors (was the plea of that infamous heretike Eutiches) In this faith was I borne and consecrated to God, and Ethnics? Our Father's (said the Schismatical Samaritans) worshipped in this mount. John 4. 20. I have so received from my Progenitors (was the plea of that infamous heretic Eutichius) In this faith was I born and consecrated to God, cc n2-jn? po12 ng1 (vvd dt j njp2) vvn p-acp d n1. np1 crd crd pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp po11 n2 (vbds dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 np1) p-acp d n1 vbds pns11 vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
197 and in this I desire to die. Concil. and in this I desire to die. Council. cc p-acp d pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi. n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
198 Chalced. act. 1. So Dioscorus in the same place, I doe find the doctrine of the ancient Fathers not cursorily deliuered, Chalcedon act. 1. So Dioscorus in the same place, I do find the Doctrine of the ancient Father's not cursorily Delivered, np1 n1. crd av np1 p-acp dt d n1, pns11 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j ng1 xx av-j vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
199 but handled of set purpose in their bookes: I am reiected with them. but handled of Set purpose in their books: I am rejected with them. cc-acp vvd pp-f j-vvn n1 p-acp po32 n2: pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
200 So the Idolatrous Iewes said that they would doe whatsoever went out of their owne mouthes; So the Idolatrous Iewes said that they would do whatsoever went out of their own mouths; np1 dt j np2 vvd cst pns32 vmd vdi r-crq vvd av pp-f po32 d n2; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
201 as to burne incense to the Queene of heauen, and to powre out drinke offerings to her: as to burn incense to the Queen of heaven, and to pour out drink offerings to her: c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi av vvi n2 p-acp pno31: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
202 as they had done both they and their fathers, their Kings and Princes in the cities of Iudah, as they had done both they and their Father's, their Kings and Princes in the cities of Iudah, c-acp pns32 vhd vdn d pns32 cc po32 n2, po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
203 & in the streets of lerusalem: & in the streets of lerusalem: cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f fw-la: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
204 for then (said they) they had plentie of victuals, and were well, and felt no evill. for then (said they) they had plenty of victuals, and were well, and felt no evil. c-acp cs (vvd pns32) pns32 vhd n1 pp-f n2, cc vbdr av, cc vvd dx j-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
205 Ier. 44. 17. So the hereticall and idolatrous Papists cry out both generally for the Fathers, the Fathers, the Church, the Church, Antiquitie, Vnity, Vniversalitie; Jeremiah 44. 17. So the heretical and idolatrous Papists cry out both generally for the Father's, the Father's, the Church, the Church, Antiquity, Unity, Universality; np1 crd crd np1 dt j cc j njp2 vvb av av-d av-j p-acp dt n2, dt n2, dt n1, dt n1, n1, n1, n1; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
206 & particularly vnto his Maiestie, your holy progenitors, your deare mother were professours of our Romane religion. & particularly unto his Majesty, your holy progenitors, your deer mother were professors of our Roman Religion. cc av-j p-acp po31 n1, po22 j n2, po22 j-jn n1 vbdr n2 pp-f po12 jp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
207 Lastly, so the old Idolatrous Ethnikes: That which is more ancient cannot be false. Aug. de Civ. Lastly, so the old Idolatrous Ethnics: That which is more ancient cannot be false. Aug. the Civ. ord, av dt j j n2-jn: cst r-crq vbz av-dc j vmbx vbi j. np1 dt crd. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 14
208 Dei. l. 39. But how did the ancient Fathers themselues reply herevnto? What wilt thou doe (quoth Lactantius writing in defence of the Christian faith) against the Idolatrous Ethnikes? wilt thou follow thine Ancestors, Dei. l. 39. But how did the ancient Father's themselves reply hereunto? What wilt thou do (quoth Lactantius writing in defence of the Christian faith) against the Idolatrous Ethnics? wilt thou follow thine Ancestors, fw-la. n1 crd p-acp q-crq vdd dt j n2 px32 vvb av? q-crq vm2 pns21 vdi (vvd np1 vvg p-acp n1 pp-f dt njp n1) p-acp dt j n2-jn? vm2 pns21 vvi po21 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
209 or reason rather? Lact. de vero Dei simulachro. cap. or reason rather? Lactantius de vero Dei simulachro. cap. cc n1 av-c? np1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
210 20. So Cyprian ep, 7. cent: Quint, We are not to prescribe by custome, but to cōvince with reason. So Tertullian: 20. So Cyprian Epistle, 7. cent: Quint, We Are not to prescribe by custom, but to convince with reason. So Tertullian: crd np1 jp vvb, crd n1: np1, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. av np1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
211 We are not to esteeme of faith by the persons, but of the persons by the faith. We Are not to esteem of faith by the Persons, but of the Persons by the faith. pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2, cc-acp pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
212 Yea this kind of reasoning, reason it selfe hath taught, even the naturall wise men. Yea this kind of reasoning, reason it self hath taught, even the natural wise men. uh d n1 pp-f vvg, vvb pn31 n1 vhz vvn, av dt j j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
213 I am thus resolued (said Plato in Critone) not now but alwaies, that I am not to enthral my iudgement vnto any of my freinds, but to reason: I am thus resolved (said Plato in Critone) not now but always, that I am not to enthral my judgement unto any of my Friends, but to reason: pns11 vbm av vvn (vvd np1 p-acp np1) xx av cc-acp av, cst pns11 vbm xx pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp d pp-f po11 n2, cc-acp p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
214 yea to that reason which by discord appeareth to bee best. Whose opinion was seconded by the chiefest of all his schollers. yea to that reason which by discord appears to be best. Whose opinion was seconded by the chiefest of all his Scholars. uh p-acp d n1 r-crq p-acp n1 vvz pc-acp vbi js. rg-crq n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt js-jn pp-f d po31 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
215 Plato is my friend, but truth is more my friend. Arist. Mor. l. 1. c. 3. For the efficacy of reason is better then all authorities. Zalm. in c. 5. ep. ad. Plato is my friend, but truth is more my friend. Arist. Mor. l. 1. c. 3. For the efficacy of reason is better then all authorities. Zalm. in c. 5. Epistle. ad. np1 vbz po11 n1, cc-acp n1 vbz av-dc po11 n1. np1 np1 n1 crd sy. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz jc cs d n2. n1. p-acp sy. crd n1. fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
216 Otherwise why doe all learned men of all professions call for a generall disputation, that they may iustifie all their positions by logicall syllogismes. Otherwise why do all learned men of all professions call for a general disputation, that they may justify all their positions by logical syllogisms. av q-crq vdb d j n2 pp-f d n2 vvb p-acp dt j n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi d po32 n2 p-acp j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
217 Yea why doth God himselfe call the Idolatrous Ethnikes, standing in defence of their heathenish Gods, to this manner & kind of triall? as Isa. 41. 21. 22. 23. Stand to your cause, saith the Lord, bring forth your strong reasons, saith the God of Iacob. Yea why does God himself call the Idolatrous Ethnics, standing in defence of their Heathenish God's, to this manner & kind of trial? as Isaiah 41. 21. 22. 23. Stand to your cause, Says the Lord, bring forth your strong Reasons, Says the God of Iacob. uh q-crq vdz n1 px31 vvi dt j n2-jn, vvg p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n2, p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1? p-acp np1 crd crd crd crd vvb p-acp po22 n1, vvz dt n1, vvb av po22 j n2, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
218 Let them bring them forth, and let them tell vs what shall come: Let them bring them forth, and let them tell us what shall come: vvb pno32 vvi pno32 av, cc vvb pno32 vvi pno12 r-crq vmb vvi: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
219 let them shew the former things what they be, that wee may consider them, and knowe the latter end of them: let them show the former things what they be, that we may Consider them, and know the latter end of them: vvb pno32 vvi dt j n2 r-crq pns32 vbb, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno32, cc vvb dt d n1 pp-f pno32: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
220 either declare vs things to come. either declare us things to come. d vvb pno12 n2 pc-acp vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
221 Shew the things that are to come hereafter, that wee may knowe that yee are Gods.. Show the things that Are to come hereafter, that we may know that ye Are God's. n1 dt n2 cst vbr pc-acp vvi av, cst pns12 vmb vvi cst pn22 vbr n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
222 Yea, doe good, or doe evill, that we may declare and behold it together. In which wordes are set downe two reasons, whereby the true God may be discerned: Yea, do good, or doe evil, that we may declare and behold it together. In which words Are Set down two Reasons, whereby the true God may be discerned: uh, vdb j, cc n1 j-jn, cst pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi pn31 av. p-acp r-crq n2 vbr vvn a-acp crd n2, c-crq dt j np1 vmb vbi vvn: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
223 whereof the one is the doing good or evill. The other, the declaring of things past, and of things to come. whereof the one is the doing good or evil. The other, the declaring of things past, and of things to come. c-crq dt pi vbz dt vdg j cc j-jn. dt j-jn, dt vvg pp-f n2 j, cc pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
224 And verily the true God is goodnesse it selfe, and hath declared himselfe to be so by the creation of the world, And verily the true God is Goodness it self, and hath declared himself to be so by the creation of the world, cc av-j dt j np1 vbz n1 pn31 n1, cc vhz vvn px31 pc-acp vbi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
225 and by communicating some portion of his owne goodnesse to every creature therein. And therefore, as Pythagoras said, if any besides one God say, I am God: and by communicating Some portion of his own Goodness to every creature therein. And Therefore, as Pythagoras said, if any beside one God say, I am God: cc p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp d n1 av. cc av, c-acp np1 vvd, cs d p-acp crd np1 vvi, pns11 vbm np1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 15
226 let them shew a world like to this, and say thereof, this is mine. let them show a world like to this, and say thereof, this is mine. vvb pno32 vvi dt n1 av-j p-acp d, cc vvb av, d vbz png11. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
227 For the creation of this one world is so sure an evidence to proue that there is but one God, that this one God willeth his people to say to the Ethnikes that shall stand in defence of their Idoll Gods: For the creation of this one world is so sure an evidence to prove that there is but one God, that this one God wills his people to say to the Ethnics that shall stand in defence of their Idol God's: p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n1 vbz av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd np1, cst d crd n1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2-jn cst vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
228 The Gods that made not the heavens & the earth shall perish from the earth, The God's that made not the heavens & the earth shall perish from the earth, dt n2 cst vvd xx dt n2 cc dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
229 and from vnder the heavens, Ier. 10. 11. And verily the Gods of the heathen are but Idols: and from under the heavens, Jeremiah 10. 11. And verily the God's of the heathen Are but Idols: cc p-acp p-acp dt n2, np1 crd crd cc av-j dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn vbr p-acp n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
230 for it is the Lord that made the heavens. for it is the Lord that made the heavens. c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvd dt n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
231 Psal. 96. 5. Now if the heathenish Gods shall assume to thēselues the glory of this great worke of the creation, Psalm 96. 5. Now if the Heathenish God's shall assume to themselves the glory of this great work of the creation, np1 crd crd av cs dt j n2 vmb vvi p-acp px32 dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
232 then saith the Lord in the place before alleaged, Let them shew it to be so, either by revealing things passed frō the beginning of the world, then Says the Lord in the place before alleged, Let them show it to be so, either by revealing things passed from the beginning of the world, av vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvd, vvb pno32 vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av, av-d p-acp vvg n2 vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
233 or things that are to come to passe even to the end. or things that Are to come to pass even to the end. cc n2 cst vbr pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
234 For vndoubtedly, knowne vnto God are all his owne workes from the beginning of the world. For undoubtedly, known unto God Are all his own works from the beginning of the world. c-acp av-j, vvn p-acp np1 vbr d po31 d n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
235 Act. 15. 18. and as certainely hee knoweth what shall become of them to the end, Act. 15. 18. and as Certainly he Knoweth what shall become of them to the end, n1 crd crd cc a-acp av-j pns31 vvz r-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
236 yea what shall come to passe for ever and ever. yea what shall come to pass for ever and ever. uh q-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp av cc av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
237 As it is vndoubtedly true, that the heathenish Gods cannot tell what shall come to passe in time to come concerning such things as are to be effected by such causes as are set on worke by their owne wills: As it is undoubtedly true, that the Heathenish God's cannot tell what shall come to pass in time to come Concerning such things as Are to be effected by such Causes as Are Set on work by their own wills: p-acp pn31 vbz av-j j, cst dt j n2 vmbx vvi r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi vvg d n2 c-acp vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po32 d n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
238 and therefore are no true Gods. For if it be replyed that the Priests and Prophets of their heathenish Gods haue declared such things before hand: and Therefore Are no true God's For if it be replied that the Priests and prophets of their Heathenish God's have declared such things before hand: cc av vbr dx j n2 p-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn cst dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 j n2 vhb vvn d n2 p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
239 as namely their Prophetesses called Sybillae, haue set down some as distinct particulars concerning our Saviour Christ, as namely their Prophetesses called Sybillae, have Set down Some as distinct particulars Concerning our Saviour christ, c-acp av po32 n2 vvn np1, vhb vvn a-acp d c-acp j n2-j vvg po12 n1 np1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
240 and the works of redemption wrought by him, as were foretold by Moses and the Prophets: and the works of redemption wrought by him, as were foretold by Moses and the prophets: cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno31, c-acp vbdr vvn p-acp np1 cc dt n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
241 wee answer that as Plato did Moizare, that is, deliver many doctrines set downe by Moses for that hee had taken them out of him: we answer that as Plato did Moizare, that is, deliver many doctrines Set down by Moses for that he had taken them out of him: pns12 vvb cst p-acp np1 vdd np1, cst vbz, vvb d n2 vvn a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp cst pns31 vhd vvn pno32 av pp-f pno31: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
242 So these Sybille did Prophetizare, because they had receaued these prophesies either out of their books, So these Sybille did Prophetizare, Because they had received these prophecies either out of their books, av d np1 vdd np1, c-acp pns32 vhd vvn d n2 av-d av pp-f po32 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
243 or by tradition from the old Patriarks. or by tradition from the old Patriarchs. cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 16
244 For as Sampson said vnto his guests that were at his wedding, when they gaue him the right sense of his riddle which lie had proposed vnto them: For as Sampson said unto his guests that were At his wedding, when they gave him the right sense of his riddle which lie had proposed unto them: p-acp c-acp np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2 cst vbdr p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns32 vvd pno31 dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq n1 vhd vvn p-acp pno32: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
245 If yee had not plowed with my heifer, yee could not haue found out my riddle. If ye had not plowed with my heifer, ye could not have found out my riddle. cs pn22 vhd xx vvn p-acp po11 n1, pn22 vmd xx vhi vvn av po11 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
246 Iud. 14. 18. So may wee as truely say, that if the heathenish Prophets and Prophetesses had not consulted with our Prophets, they could not haue delivered these Oracles. Iud. 14. 18. So may we as truly say, that if the Heathenish prophets and Prophetesses had not consulted with our prophets, they could not have Delivered these Oracles. np1 crd crd av vmb pns12 p-acp av-j vvi, cst cs dt j n2 cc n2 vhd xx vvn p-acp po12 n2, pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
247 The which is evident by this, that when they were consulted by their greatest friends concerning events that were presently to come to passe, they deliuered their Oracles in doubtfull sentences, which might be expounded divers waies, The which is evident by this, that when they were consulted by their greatest Friends Concerning events that were presently to come to pass, they Delivered their Oracles in doubtful sentences, which might be expounded diverse ways, dt r-crq vbz j p-acp d, cst c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 js n2 vvg n2 cst vbdr av-j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi, pns32 vvd po32 n2 p-acp j n2, r-crq vmd vbi vvn j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
248 for that they were not able to deliver any certaintie thereof. As; Aio te Aeacides Romanos vincere posse. for that they were not able to deliver any certainty thereof. As; Aio te Aeacides Romanos vincere posse. c-acp cst pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi d n1 av. p-acp; fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
249 And Craesus halim penetrans magnam pervertet opum vim. And Croesus halim penetrans magnam pervertet opum vim. cc np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
250 Whereas our Prophets not only delivered the certaintie of the events of divers battles when they were ready to bee vndertaken. Whereas our prophets not only Delivered the certainty of the events of diverse battles when they were ready to be undertaken. cs po12 n2 xx av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j n2 c-crq pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
251 as Iud. 4. 9. and 7. 9. 1. Sam. 30. 8. 1. Reg. 20 13. But also many other events many hundred yeares before they fell out. as Iud. 4. 9. and 7. 9. 1. Sam. 30. 8. 1. Reg. 20 13. But also many other events many hundred Years before they fell out. c-acp np1 crd crd cc crd crd crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd p-acp av d j-jn n2 d crd n2 c-acp pns32 vvd av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
252 As namely the deliverance of the Iewes out of the captivitie of Babylon, and the particular king by whom it should bee accomplished, As namely the deliverance of the Iewes out of the captivity of Babylon, and the particular King by whom it should be accomplished, p-acp av dt n1 pp-f dt np2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vmd vbi vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
253 even Cyrus king of the Medes & Persians. Isa. 44. & 45. The which prophesie, as Iosephus reporteth, Antiq. Iudaic. l. 11. c. even Cyrus King of the Medes & Persians. Isaiah 44. & 45. The which prophesy, as Iosephus Reporteth, Antique Judaic l. 11. c. av npg1 n1 pp-f dt np2 cc njp2. np1 crd cc crd dt r-crq vvb, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 np1 n1 crd sy. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
254 1. Cyrus reading and perceauing himselfe to be named therein some 200 yeares before he was borne, 1. Cyrus reading and perceiving himself to be nam therein Some 200 Years before he was born, crd np1 vvg cc vvg px31 pc-acp vbi vvn av d crd n2 c-acp pns31 vbds vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
255 and appointed to such a worke, gaue liberty to the Iewes to returne to their-owne country, and appointed to such a work, gave liberty to the Iewes to return to their-owne country, cc vvn p-acp d dt n1, vvd n1 p-acp dt np2 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
256 and to build their temple, and he gaue them backe the vessels thereof, which had beene carried away by the king of Babylon. and to built their temple, and he gave them back the vessels thereof, which had been carried away by the King of Babylon. cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc pns31 vvd pno32 av dt n2 av, r-crq vhd vbn vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
257 For he vnderstood that the God of the Iewes was the true God, because he had foretold such an event a long time before it was to come to passe. For he understood that the God of the Iewes was the true God, Because he had foretold such an event a long time before it was to come to pass. p-acp pns31 vvd cst dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vbds dt j np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn d dt n1 dt j n1 p-acp pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
258 As it may appeare by his owne words, Ez. 1. 2. Thus saith Cyrus King of Persia, the Lord God of heauen hath given me all the kingdomes of the earth, As it may appear by his own words, Ezra 1. 2. Thus Says Cyrus King of Persiam, the Lord God of heaven hath given me all the kingdoms of the earth, p-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 d n2, np1 crd crd av vvz npg1 n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 np1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn pno11 d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
259 and hath commanded mee to build him an house in Ierusalem which is in Iudah. and hath commanded me to built him an house in Ierusalem which is in Iudah. cc vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 p-acp np1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 17
260 Who is among you of all his people with whom his God is? Let him goe vp to Ierusalem which is in Iudah, Who is among you of all his people with whom his God is? Let him go up to Ierusalem which is in Iudah, q-crq vbz p-acp pn22 pp-f d po31 n1 p-acp ro-crq po31 n1 vbz? vvb pno31 vvi a-acp p-acp np1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
261 and build the house of the Lord God of Israell: he is the God which is in Ierusalem. and built the house of the Lord God of Israel: he is the God which is in Ierusalem. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 pp-f np1: pns31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
262 Here then wee may perceaue by evident reason set downe in the Scriptures, that the heathen haue and therefore still may be convinced to acknowledge him to be the true God, who hath revealed himselfe in those bookes of the Prophets and Apostles, Here then we may perceive by evident reason Set down in the Scriptures, that the heathen have and Therefore still may be convinced to acknowledge him to be the true God, who hath revealed himself in those books of the prophets and Apostles, av av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j n1 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2, cst dt j-jn n1 cc av av vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j np1, r-crq vhz vvn px31 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
263 and that those bookes are the authenticall word of the true, all seeing and well working God. and that those books Are the authentical word of the true, all seeing and well working God. cc cst d n2 vbr dt j n1 pp-f dt j, d vvg cc av vvg np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
264 And verily even the most profoundest mysteries of those bookes may bee iustified by evident reason to the heathen themselues to be the doctrines of truth proceeding from the true God: And verily even the most profoundest Mysteres of those books may be justified by evident reason to the heathen themselves to be the doctrines of truth proceeding from the true God: cc av-j av dt av-ds js n2 pp-f d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt j-jn px32 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt j np1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
265 as it may appeare by the bookes of these notable lights in the Church of Christ. as it may appear by the books of these notable lights in the Church of christ. c-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
266 ' D. de Plessis de veritate Christianae religionis. Zeged. in locis com. Keckerm. in Syntagm. ' D. de Plessis de veritate Christian Religion. Zeged. in locis come. Keckermann. in Syntagm. ' np1 fw-it np1 fw-fr fw-la np1 fw-la. j-vvn. p-acp fw-la vvi. n1. p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
267 Theolog. Neither must the doctrines of our Christian religion bee by reason evicted against the Gentiles, Theolog. Neither must the doctrines of our Christian Religion be by reason evicted against the Gentiles, np1 d vmb dt n2 pp-f po12 np1 n1 vbb p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n2-j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
268 but also against all Schismatiks, & Heretiks. but also against all Schismatics, & Heretics. cc-acp av p-acp d n2-jn, cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
269 For albeit all these, or at the least the most of them acknowledge the holy Scriptures to proceed from God, For albeit all these, or At the least the most of them acknowledge the holy Scriptures to proceed from God, p-acp cs d d, cc p-acp dt ds dt av-ds pp-f pno32 vvi dt j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
270 yet seeing this word of God consisteth not in the letters but in the sence, not in the reading, yet seeing this word of God Consisteth not in the letters but in the sense, not in the reading, av vvg d n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx p-acp dt n2 cc-acp p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp dt n-vvg, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
271 but in the vnderstanding, not in the leaues of the speech wherein it is delivered, but in the root of the reason whereon it is grounded: but in the understanding, not in the leaves of the speech wherein it is Delivered, but in the root of the reason whereon it is grounded: cc-acp p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
272 and seeing all Schismatikes and Heretikes, be the words that are produced against them never so plaine and pregnant, and seeing all Schismatics and Heretics, be the words that Are produced against them never so plain and pregnant, cc vvg d n2 cc n2, vbb dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32 av av j cc j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
273 yet peruert and corrupt the right sense and meaning of them, how can the right sense be iustified against all such persons, yet pervert and corrupt the right sense and meaning of them, how can the right sense be justified against all such Persons, av vvi cc vvi dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, q-crq vmb dt j-jn n1 vbi vvn p-acp d d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
274 but by cleere and evident reasons? For if one testimonie bee produced to cleere another, they will pervert the sense of the one as well as of the other. but by clear and evident Reasons? For if one testimony be produced to clear Another, they will pervert the sense of the one as well as of the other. cc-acp p-acp j cc j n2? p-acp cs crd n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi j-jn, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt crd c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt j-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
275 And if the testimonies of the ancient Fathers, yea of generall Councels bee alleaged against them, either they will pervert the meaning of them aswell as they did the meaning of the Scriptures, And if the testimonies of the ancient Father's, yea of general Counsels be alleged against them, either they will pervert the meaning of them aswell as they did the meaning of the Scriptures, cc cs dt n2 pp-f dt j n2, uh pp-f j n2 vbb vvn p-acp pno32, av-d pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32 av c-acp pns32 vdd dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
276 or else they will flatly refuse to subscribe to their autoritie. or Else they will flatly refuse to subscribe to their Authority. cc av pns32 vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 18
277 The truth hereof was fully knowne vnto S. Austin, who for his learned confuting of many heretikes, was called the Hammer wherewith heretikes were knocked in the head. The truth hereof was Fully known unto S. Austin, who for his learned confuting of many Heretics, was called the Hammer wherewith Heretics were knocked in the head. dt n1 av vbds av-j vvn p-acp n1 np1, r-crq p-acp po31 j vvg pp-f d n2, vbds vvn dt n1 c-crq n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
278 For hee writing against Maximinus the Arrian. l. 3. 1. 14. saith; For he writing against Maximinus the Arrian. l. 3. 1. 14. Says; p-acp pns31 vvg p-acp np1 dt n1. n1 crd crd crd vvz; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
279 I will not alleage the Councell of Nice to preiudice thee, neither shalt thou produce the Councell of Ariminum to preiudice me: I will not allege the Council of Nicaenae to prejudice thee, neither shalt thou produce the Council of Rimini to prejudice me: pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f j p-acp n1 pno21, av-dx vm2 pns21 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 pno11: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
280 I will not be bound to yeeld to the autority of the one, nor thou to the authority of the other: I will not be bound to yield to the Authority of the one, nor thou to the Authority of the other: pns11 vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd, ccx pns21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
281 but by the autoritie of the Scriptures, as by most indifferent witnesses, not proper to either of vs, but common to both. but by the Authority of the Scriptures, as by most indifferent Witnesses, not proper to either of us, but Common to both. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, c-acp p-acp ds j n2, xx j p-acp d pp-f pno12, cc-acp j p-acp d. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
282 Let matter with matter, cause with cause, reason with reason, bee compared together, & let that prevaile which is the stronger, Let matter with matter, cause with cause, reason with reason, be compared together, & let that prevail which is the Stronger, vvb n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, vbb vvn av, cc vvb d vvi r-crq vbz dt jc, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
283 and weigh most wherein there is the most weight. And verily there is no other meanes to cleere the meaning of all testimonies, humane, and weigh most wherein there is the most weight. And verily there is no other means to clear the meaning of all testimonies, humane, cc vvi ds c-crq pc-acp vbz dt av-ds n1. cc av-j a-acp vbz dx j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2, j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
284 and divine, then by the light of cleere arguments, and reasons. and divine, then by the Light of clear Arguments, and Reasons. cc j-jn, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
285 Wherefore seeing that the power of the word of God consisteth in the right sense and meaning thereof, which cannot be cleered without the light of reason, Wherefore seeing that the power of the word of God Consisteth in the right sense and meaning thereof, which cannot be cleared without the Light of reason, c-crq vvg cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 av, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
286 & without the sure apprehension thereof, the people of God themselues cannot be edified; & without the sure apprehension thereof, the people of God themselves cannot be edified; cc p-acp dt j n1 av, dt n1 pp-f np1 px32 vmbx vbi vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
287 therefore cleere arguments and reasons must bee produced for the cleering of all doctrines of faith, Therefore clear Arguments and Reasons must be produced for the clearing of all doctrines of faith, av j n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
288 and an holy life by all such teachers as seeke after the edification of the people of God. and an holy life by all such Teachers as seek After the edification of the people of God. cc dt j n1 p-acp d d n2 c-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
289 The truth whereof is plainely confirmed by the vsuall practise of all preachers of the word of God. The truth whereof is plainly confirmed by the usual practice of all Preachers of the word of God. dt n1 c-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
290 Among whō it is most ordinary, after the doctrines deduced out of their texts, to cleere the same with varietie of reasons, Among whom it is most ordinary, After the doctrines deduced out of their texts, to clear the same with variety of Reasons, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz av-ds j, p-acp dt n2 vvn av pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vvi dt d p-acp n1 pp-f n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
291 and then to drawe out the vses there of, which are nothing else but particular doctrines by evidence of reason collected and gathered out of the generall. and then to draw out the uses there of, which Are nothing Else but particular doctrines by evidence of reason collected and gathered out of the general. cc av pc-acp vvi av dt n2 a-acp pp-f, r-crq vbr pix av cc-acp j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvn cc vvn av pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
292 And verily the true Christian faith is not an ignorant credulitie, but an vnderstanding assent grounded vpon a sure knowledge: And verily the true Christian faith is not an ignorant credulity, but an understanding assent grounded upon a sure knowledge: cc av-j dt j njp n1 vbz xx dt j n1, cc-acp dt n1 n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 19
293 even such a faith as was in the Apostles themselues, & the which they were to preach through out the whole world. even such a faith as was in the Apostles themselves, & the which they were to preach through out the Whole world. av d dt n1 a-acp vbds p-acp dt n2 px32, cc dt r-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp av dt j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
294 Luk. 1. 77. For of this their faith, our Sauiour himselfe testifieth in this very chapter, saying: Luk. 1. 77. For of this their faith, our Saviour himself Testifieth in this very chapter, saying: np1 crd crd p-acp pp-f d po32 n1, po12 n1 px31 vvz p-acp d j n1, vvg: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
295 I haue giuen them the words which thou gauest mee, and they haue receaued them, I have given them the words which thou Gavest me, and they have received them, pns11 vhb vvn pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, cc pns32 vhb vvn pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
296 & haue knowne surely that I came out from thee, and haue beleeued that thou hast sent me. & have known surely that I Come out from thee, and have believed that thou hast sent me. cc vhb vvn av-j cst pns11 vvd av p-acp pno21, cc vhb vvn cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
297 v. 8. The truth where of is plainly confirmed by the words of S. Peter. Ioh. 6. 69. Thou hast the wordes of eternall life: v. 8. The truth where of is plainly confirmed by the words of S. Peter. John 6. 69. Thou hast the words of Eternal life: n1 crd dt n1 c-crq a-acp vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 np1. np1 crd crd pns21 vh2 dt n2 pp-f j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
298 & we beleeue & knowe that thou art the very Christ the sonne of the liuing God. & we believe & know that thou art the very christ the son of the living God. cc pns12 vvb cc vvb cst pns21 vb2r dt j np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
299 Neither is this vnderstanding faith proper and peculiar to the teachers of the truth, but to all the godly professors of the same. Neither is this understanding faith proper and peculiar to the Teachers of the truth, but to all the godly professors of the same. d vbz d vvg n1 j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f dt d. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
300 For none come to salvation but by the knowledge of the truth. For none come to salvation but by the knowledge of the truth. p-acp pix vvi p-acp n1 cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
301 2. Th. 2. 10. 11. In which place knowledge and faith are ioined together as inseparable companions: 2. Th. 2. 10. 11. In which place knowledge and faith Are joined together as inseparable Sodales: crd np1 crd crd crd p-acp r-crq n1 n1 cc n1 vbr vvn av p-acp j n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
302 as Ignorance is set downe as a separatist from faith & salvation in the former chapter of the same Epistle. as Ignorance is Set down as a separatist from faith & salvation in the former chapter of the same Epistle. c-acp n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
303 Now to knowe a thing is to knowe the reasons thereof. Now to know a thing is to know the Reasons thereof. av pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n2 av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
304 Wherefore the true Christian faith grounded vpon knowledge, doth no otherwise worke in the faithfull a right assent to the severall doctrines of faith then by grounds thereof. Wherefore the true Christian faith grounded upon knowledge, does not otherwise work in the faithful a right assent to the several doctrines of faith then by grounds thereof. c-crq dt j njp n1 vvn p-acp n1, vdz xx av vvi p-acp dt j dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 av p-acp n2 av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
305 This truth is manifestly proued throughout the whole body of the sacred Scripture, which teacheth that the true Christian faith is a wise, This truth is manifestly proved throughout the Whole body of the sacred Scripture, which Teaches that the true Christian faith is a wise, d n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vvz d dt j njp n1 vbz dt j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
306 and holy, not foolish and wicked, a seeing and not a blind; a cleere and not a darke; and holy, not foolish and wicked, a seeing and not a blind; a clear and not a dark; cc j, xx j cc j, dt vvg cc xx dt j; dt j cc xx dt j; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
307 a manly and not a childish; a reasonable and not a brutish perswasion. a manly and not a childish; a reasonable and not a brutish persuasion. dt j cc xx dt j; dt j cc xx dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
308 Faith is a wise assent grounded vpon the wise doctrines of the word of God, which are able to make vs wise to salvation by faith in Christ. Faith is a wise assent grounded upon the wise doctrines of the word of God, which Are able to make us wise to salvation by faith in christ. n1 vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi pno12 j p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
309 2. Tim. 3. 15. And what is wisdome but a right apprehensiō of truth & the reasons thereof by the testimonies of divine & humane autors? I haue (saith Solomō the wise) compassed about both I & mine heart to knowe and inquire and to search wisdome, 2. Tim. 3. 15. And what is Wisdom but a right apprehension of truth & the Reasons thereof by the testimonies of divine & humane Authors? I have (Says Solomō the wise) compassed about both I & mine heart to know and inquire and to search Wisdom, crd np1 crd crd cc q-crq vbz n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n2 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn cc j n2? pns11 vhb (vvz np1 dt j) vvn p-acp d pns11 cc po11 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi cc pc-acp vvi n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 20
310 & reason Eccl. 7. 27. by the which manner of annexing the one to the other, hee giueth vs to vnderstand that the one ariseth out of the other. & reason Ecclesiastes 7. 27. by the which manner of annexing the one to the other, he gives us to understand that the one arises out of the other. cc n1 np1 crd crd p-acp dt r-crq n1 pp-f vvg dt crd p-acp dt n-jn, pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi cst dt pi vvz av pp-f dt j-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
311 So Aristole, the wisest of all Philosophers. Prudence is an habit ioyned with right reason. So Tully one of the wisest of all Orators: So Aristotle, the Wisest of all Philosophers. Prudence is an habit joined with right reason. So Tully one of the Wisest of all Orators: av np1, dt js pp-f d n2. n1 vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp j-jn n1. av np1 crd pp-f dt js pp-f d n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
312 Hee that doth best apprehend truth in every thing, & the reasons and grounds thereof is worthely to bee esteemed the most prudent and wise of all other. He that does best apprehend truth in every thing, & the Reasons and grounds thereof is worthily to be esteemed the most prudent and wise of all other. pns31 cst vdz js vvi n1 p-acp d n1, cc dt n2 cc n2 av vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn dt av-ds j cc j pp-f d n-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
313 Wherefore our Christian faith being a wise apprehension, and assent vnto truth, must needs apprehend the reasons whereon it is grounded. Wherefore our Christian faith being a wise apprehension, and assent unto truth, must needs apprehend the Reasons whereon it is grounded. c-crq po12 njp n1 vbg dt j n1, cc vvi p-acp n1, vmb av vvi dt n2 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
314 The wisdome of the prudent (saith Solomon) is to vnderstand his way: but the foolishnesse of fooles is deceit. Prov. 14. 8. That is; The Wisdom of the prudent (Says Solomon) is to understand his Way: but the foolishness of Fools is deceit. Curae 14. 8. That is; dt n1 pp-f dt j (vvz np1) vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1: cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz n1. np1 crd crd cst vbz; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
315 wisdome lightning the vnderstanding by meanes of true reason, doth sanctifie it with truth: as folly darkning it with ignorance, leadeth it into errour both in matters of faith, and of life, and conversation. Wisdom lightning the understanding by means of true reason, does sanctify it with truth: as folly darkening it with ignorance, leads it into error both in matters of faith, and of life, and Conversation. n1 n1 dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, vdz vvi pn31 p-acp n1: c-acp n1 n-vvg pn31 p-acp n1, vvz pn31 p-acp n1 av-d p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1, cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
316 For the foolishnesse of a man perverteth his waie, Prov. 19. 3. for folly is the mother of wickednesse, Eccl. 7. 27. Wherefore, such as bee foolish shall not stand in Gods sight: For the foolishness of a man perverteth his Way, Curae 19. 3. for folly is the mother of wickedness, Ecclesiastes 7. 27. Wherefore, such as be foolish shall not stand in God's sighed: p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz po31 n1, np1 crd crd p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd q-crq, d a-acp vbi j vmb xx vvi p-acp ng1 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
317 for he hateth all such as worke wickednesse. Ps. 5. 5. But the wise shall shine as the brightnesse of the firmament. for he hates all such as work wickedness. Ps. 5. 5. But the wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament. c-acp pns31 vvz d d c-acp vvb n1. np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
318 Dan. 12. 3. The foolish Virgins could not enter into the marriage because their lamps were gone out. Dan. 12. 3. The foolish Virgins could not enter into the marriage Because their lamps were gone out. np1 crd crd dt j n2 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 c-acp po32 n2 vbdr vvn av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
319 Mat. 25. 10. That is, they made profession of the word of God, which is a lanthorne to our feet, Mathew 25. 10. That is, they made profession of the word of God, which is a lanthorn to our feet, np1 crd crd cst vbz, pns32 vvd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
320 and a light to our paths without the vnderstanding thereof. and a Light to our paths without the understanding thereof. cc dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
321 For what is the word not vnderstood, but a lampe without oile, or a candle without light? But the wise that had oile in their lamps, that is rightly vnderstood, the doctrines of Gods word were admitted into the marriage. For what is the word not understood, but a lamp without oil, or a candle without Light? But the wise that had oil in their lamps, that is rightly understood, the doctrines of God's word were admitted into the marriage. p-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 xx vvn, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1? p-acp dt j cst vhd n1 p-acp po32 n2, cst vbz av-jn vvn, dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
322 For they that truely knowe God, shall bee knowne of him: For they that truly know God, shall be known of him: p-acp pns32 cst av-j vvb np1, vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno31: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
323 and they that now see him with the eye that iustifieth, shall hereafter see him with the eye that glorifieth. and they that now see him with the eye that Justifieth, shall hereafter see him with the eye that Glorifieth. cc pns32 cst av vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz, vmb av vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
324 But they that knowe not God, shall not be knowne of God, 2. Thess. 1. 8. Hos. 4. 6. Prov. 1 22. And all such as see him not with the eye of faith, shall never see him with the eye of glory. Prov. 29. Fooles & mad men may be Saints with foolish and mad Mahomet: But they that know not God, shall not be known of God, 2. Thess 1. 8. Hos. 4. 6. Curae 1 22. And all such as see him not with the eye of faith, shall never see him with the eye of glory. Curae 29. Fools & mad men may be Saints with foolish and mad Mahomet: p-acp pns32 cst vvb xx np1, vmb xx vbi vvn pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd cc d d c-acp vvi pno31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb av-x vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. np1 crd ng1 cc j n2 vmb vbi n2 p-acp j cc j np1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 21
325 but the children of wisdome Mat. 11. 19 are the chil dren of the most wise God: but the children of Wisdom Mathew 11. 19 Are the Chil Dren of the most wise God: p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 np1 crd crd vbr dt fw-la n2 pp-f dt av-ds j np1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
326 & such as haue their minds and affections sanctified by wisdome, are his Saints, in whom are hid all the treasures of wisdome and knowledge. & such as have their minds and affections sanctified by Wisdom, Are his Saints, in whom Are hid all the treasures of Wisdom and knowledge. cc d c-acp vhb po32 n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp n1, vbr po31 n2, p-acp ro-crq vbr vvn d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
327 Coll. 2. 3. Now if faith be a wise assent, then it is not blind and darke, but eyefull and cleere. Coll. 2. 3. Now if faith be a wise assent, then it is not blind and dark, but eyefull and clear. np1 crd crd av cs n1 vbb dt j n1, cs pn31 vbz xx j cc j, cc-acp j cc j. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
328 I saw (saith Solomon the wise) that there is more profit in wisdome thē in folly, I saw (Says Solomon the wise) that there is more profit in Wisdom them in folly, pns11 vvd (vvz np1 dt j) d pc-acp vbz dc n1 p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
329 as the light is more excellent then darknesse. as the Light is more excellent then darkness. c-acp dt n1 vbz av-dc j cs n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
330 Eccl. 2. 13. for a wise mans eyes are in his head, but a foole walketh in darknesse. Ecclesiastes 2. 13. for a wise men eyes Are in his head, but a fool walks in darkness. np1 crd crd p-acp dt j ng1 n2 vbr p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
331 Wisdome and faith are the sight of the eye of the mind: Wisdom and faith Are the sighed of the eye of the mind: n1 cc n1 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
332 and truth rightly apprehended and assented vnto, is the light that leadeth in the' right way vnto God. and truth rightly apprehended and assented unto, is the Light that leads in the right Way unto God. cc n1 av-jn vvn cc vvd p-acp, vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
333 Ps 43. 3. But a foole & vnbeleeuer is a blind and a darke man. 2. Pet. 1. 9. For infidelitie and folly is the blindnesse of the mind: Ps 43. 3. But a fool & unbeliever is a blind and a dark man. 2. Pet. 1. 9. For infidelity and folly is the blindness of the mind: np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbz dt j cc dt j n1. crd np1 crd crd p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
334 and where these lead the will and affections, there is a wandring from God (seeing he that walketh in darknesse, woteth not whether hee goeth. and where these led the will and affections, there is a wandering from God (seeing he that walks in darkness, woteth not whither he Goes. cc c-crq d vvb dt n1 cc n2, pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg p-acp np1 (vvg pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1, vvz xx cs pns31 vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
335 Ioh. 12. 35.) and there is a falling into the pit of all errors and sinnes: John 12. 35.) and there is a falling into the pit of all errors and Sins: np1 crd crd) cc pc-acp vbz dt vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
336 seeing where the blind lead the blind both fall into the ditch. seeing where the blind led the blind both fallen into the ditch. vvg c-crq dt j vvi dt j d n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
337 Wherefore, blessed are their eies who seeing see, and doe perceaue, & hearing heare, and doe vnderstand, Wherefore, blessed Are their eyes who seeing see, and do perceive, & hearing hear, and do understand, q-crq, vvn vbr po32 n2 r-crq vvg vvb, cc vdb vvi, cc vvg av, cc vdb vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
338 and so are converted, & so are saved. and so Are converted, & so Are saved. cc av vbr vvn, cc av vbr vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
339 Mat. 13. 16. And blessed are all (not some but all) beleeuers, because they all behold as in a myrror the glory of God with open face, Mathew 13. 16. And blessed Are all (not Some but all) believers, Because they all behold as in a mirror the glory of God with open face, np1 crd crd np1 vvn vbr d (xx d p-acp d) n2, c-acp pns32 d vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
340 & are changed into the same image from glory to glory, as by the spirit of God. & Are changed into the same image from glory to glory, as by the Spirit of God. cc vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
341 2. Cor. 3 18. Neither doth our wise Christian faith bring onely sight and light to all that beleeue, 2. Cor. 3 18. Neither does our wise Christian faith bring only sighed and Light to all that believe, crd np1 crd crd av-d vdz po12 j njp n1 vvb j n1 cc vvi p-acp d cst vvb, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
342 but also a behauiour fit for men, indued with sound and right reason, and de liuereth them from childishnesse, & brutishnesse also. but also a behaviour fit for men, endued with found and right reason, and de livereth them from childishness, & brutishness also. cc-acp av dt n1 j p-acp n2, vvn p-acp n1 cc j-jn n1, cc fw-la vvz pno32 p-acp n1, cc n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
343 It is the propertie of a child to doe childishly. It is the property of a child to do childishly. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vdi av-j. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
344 When I was a child (saith the Apostle) I spake as a child, I vnderstood as a child: When I was a child (Says the Apostle) I spoke as a child, I understood as a child: c-crq pns11 vbds dt n1 (vvz dt n1) pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
345 but when I was a man, I put away childishnesse. but when I was a man, I put away childishness. cc-acp c-crq pns11 vbds dt n1, pns11 vvd av n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
346 1. Cor. 13. 11. So it is a propertie of a brute beast to goe not whether they should goe, but whether others goe. 1. Cor. 13. 11. So it is a property of a brutus beast to go not whither they should go, but whither Others go. crd np1 crd crd av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi xx cs pns32 vmd vvi, cc-acp cs n2-jn vvb. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 22
347 But the faithfull should not be children in vnderstanding, but of a ripe age. 1. Cor. 14. 20. Neither should they bee like the horse and mule, in whom there is no vnderstanding, Ps. 32. 9. For children are childish, But the faithful should not be children in understanding, but of a ripe age. 1. Cor. 14. 20. Neither should they be like the horse and mule, in whom there is no understanding, Ps. 32. 9. For children Are childish, p-acp dt j vmd xx vbi n2 p-acp n1, p-acp pp-f dt j n1. crd np1 crd crd av-d vmd pns32 vbb av-j dt n1 cc n1, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz dx n1, np1 crd crd p-acp n2 vbr j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
348 and are led with such motiues as most prevaile with the affections: and brute beasts are brutish, and follow sense: and Are led with such motives as most prevail with the affections: and brutus beasts Are brutish, and follow sense: cc vbr vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp ds vvi p-acp dt n2: cc n1 n2 vbr j, cc vvi n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
349 but the wise Christian beleeuer will take especially notice of such inducements as soundly informe the vnderstanding, but the wise Christian believer will take especially notice of such inducements as soundly inform the understanding, cc-acp dt j njp n1 vmb vvi av-j n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp av-j vvi dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
350 and are powerfull to rule & direct the affections and senses in a right course. and Are powerful to Rule & Direct the affections and Senses in a right course. cc vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
351 Now by all these properties and effects of a true Christian faith, it is evident, that whosoever desireth to attaine therevnto, must labour to vnderstand the severall reasons, whereon the severall doctrines of faith are grounded, that so he may bee enabled thereby to stand vpon the iust defence of his owne faith. Now by all these properties and effects of a true Christian faith, it is evident, that whosoever Desires to attain thereunto, must labour to understand the several Reasons, whereon the several doctrines of faith Are grounded, that so he may be enabled thereby to stand upon the just defence of his own faith. av p-acp d d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j njp n1, pn31 vbz j, cst r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi av, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n2, c-crq dt j n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn, cst av pns31 vmb vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
352 Thus much is Bellarmine himselfe forced to confesse, in that hee maketh sanctity of doctrine, which is the wisdome and reasonablenesse thereof, to be a note of the true Church, Thus much is Bellarmine himself forced to confess, in that he makes sanctity of Doctrine, which is the Wisdom and reasonableness thereof, to be a note of the true Church, av d vbz np1 px31 vvd pc-acp vvi, p-acp cst pns31 vvz n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 av, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
353 and of the right faith professed therein: and of the right faith professed therein: cc pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvd av: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
354 & vpō that ground taketh exception against our doctrine, and chargeth it to be vnreasonable and absurd, & upon that ground Takes exception against our Doctrine, and charges it to be unreasonable and absurd, cc p-acp d n1 vvz n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi j cc j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
355 and so vnholy, & therefore not the doctrine of the true Church, and of the right faith professed therein. and so unholy, & Therefore not the Doctrine of the true Church, and of the right faith professed therein. cc av j, cc av xx dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvd av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
356 For the proofe whereof he giueth instance in fiue points. And first he beginneth with iustification by faith: For the proof whereof he gives instance in fiue points. And First he begins with justification by faith: p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz n1 p-acp crd n2. cc ord pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
357 and against the truth thereof, maketh this weake and childish Sophisme. and against the truth thereof, makes this weak and childish Sophism. cc p-acp dt n1 av, vvz d j cc j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
358 If faith (saith he) iustifieth and assureth the faithful of his iustification, then either it findeth him iust before he beleeueth, If faith (Says he) Justifieth and assureth the faithful of his justification, then either it finds him just before he Believeth, cs n1 (vvz pns31) vvz cc vvz dt j pp-f po31 n1, av av-d pn31 vvz pno31 j c-acp pns31 vvz, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
359 or maketh him iust after he beleeueth. But this division is insufficient, and should be made in this maner. or makes him just After he Believeth. But this division is insufficient, and should be made in this manner. cc vv2 pno31 j c-acp pns31 vvz. p-acp d n1 vbz j, cc vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
360 If faith iustifieth either it is before, or when, or after it is giuen. If faith Justifieth either it is before, or when, or After it is given. cs n1 vvz d pn31 vbz a-acp, cc c-crq, cc c-acp pn31 vbz vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
361 But faith iustifieth both when, and after it is given, and doth never find any man iust before he hath obtained a right faith. And so the Apostle teacheth. But faith Justifieth both when, and After it is given, and does never find any man just before he hath obtained a right faith. And so the Apostle Teaches. p-acp n1 vvz d c-crq, cc c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, cc vdz av-x vvi d n1 j c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt j-jn n1. cc av dt n1 vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 23
362 Rom. 8. 30. Whom he predestinated (saith the Apostle) them be called (viz. effectually by giuing to them a true faith) and whom he called them he iustified. Rom. 8. 30. Whom he predestinated (Says the Apostle) them be called (viz. effectually by giving to them a true faith) and whom he called them he justified. np1 crd crd ro-crq pns31 vvn (vvz dt n1) pno32 vbi vvn (n1 av-j p-acp vvg p-acp pno32 dt j n1) cc r-crq pns31 vvd pno32 pns31 vvd. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
363 (viz. at that present instant of time) For saith doth presently ingraff the beleeuer into Christ, (viz. At that present instant of time) For Says does presently ingraff the believer into christ, (n1 p-acp d j n-jn pp-f n1) c-acp vvz vdz av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
364 & so giueth him present interest in his sufferings and righteousnesse, and there by doth presently iustifie him. & so gives him present Interest in his sufferings and righteousness, and there by does presently justify him. cc av vvz pno31 j n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n1, cc a-acp p-acp vdz av-j vvi pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
365 Wherefore in this first instance, reason faileth in this sophisticall confuter, and not in the doctrine which he would confute. His secōd instance is this: Wherefore in this First instance, reason Faileth in this sophistical confuter, and not in the Doctrine which he would confute. His secōd instance is this: c-crq p-acp d ord n1, n1 vvz p-acp d j n1, cc xx p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmd vvi. po31 ord n1 vbz d: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
366 If faith giueth assurance of the pardon of sinne, then it suffereth him not to say that petition of the Lords Prayer, forgiue vs our sinnes: seeing it is an absurd thing to pray for that whereof he hath good assurance, that he hath it already. If faith gives assurance of the pardon of sin, then it suffers him not to say that petition of the lords Prayer, forgive us our Sins: seeing it is an absurd thing to pray for that whereof he hath good assurance, that he hath it already. cs n1 vvz n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vvz pno31 xx pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, vvb pno12 po12 n2: vvg pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d c-crq pns31 vhz j n1, cst pns31 vhz pn31 av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
367 But God giueth forgiuenesse of sinnes, but to such as in their dayly prayers make confession of them vnto him, But God gives forgiveness of Sins, but to such as in their daily Prayers make Confessi of them unto him, p-acp np1 vvz n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp p-acp d c-acp p-acp po32 j n2 vvb n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
368 and faithfully pray for the forgiuenesse of them. and faithfully pray for the forgiveness of them. cc av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
369 I said (saith David Ps. 32. 6.) I will confesse against my selfe my wickednesse vnto the Lord, I said (Says David Ps. 32. 6.) I will confess against my self my wickedness unto the Lord, pns11 vvd (vvz np1 np1 crd crd) pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1 po11 n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
370 and thou forgauest the iniquitie of my sin. and thou forgavest the iniquity of my since. cc pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
371 Therefore shall every one that is godly make his prayer vn to thee in the time when thou maist be found. That is; Therefore shall every one that is godly make his prayer vn to thee in the time when thou Mayest be found. That is; av vmb d pi cst vbz j vvi po31 n1 zz p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. cst vbz; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
372 seeing God is sound of all them that seeke him in truth, & granteth mercy and pardon of sinne to all that humbly and faithfully seeke for pardon in Christ: seeing God is found of all them that seek him in truth, & grants mercy and pardon of sin to all that humbly and faithfully seek for pardon in christ: vvg np1 vbz j pp-f d pno32 cst vvb pno31 p-acp n1, cc vvz n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d cst av-j cc av-j vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
373 Therefore every one that is godly, will in his daily prayers sue & seeke for the forgiuenesse of his sinnes in Christ, that so he may obtaine the assurance thereof. Therefore every one that is godly, will in his daily Prayers sue & seek for the forgiveness of his Sins in christ, that so he may obtain the assurance thereof. av d pi cst vbz j, vmb p-acp po31 j n2 vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp np1, cst av pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
374 What? Had not that man assurance of the pardon of his sinnes, to whō Christ said, man thy sinnes are forgiuen thee Luk. 5. 20. And did this man absurdly, What? Had not that man assurance of the pardon of his Sins, to whom christ said, man thy Sins Are forgiven thee Luk. 5. 20. And did this man absurdly, q-crq? vhd xx d n1 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp ro-crq np1 vvd, n1 po21 n2 vbr vvn pno21 np1 crd crd cc vdd d n1 av-j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
375 if he said the Lords praier? Had not the Apostles themselues assurance of the pardon of their owne sinnes, which were to preach and to proclaime the pardon of all sinnes to all beleeuers? And did they cease to pray, if he said the lords prayer? Had not the Apostles themselves assurance of the pardon of their own Sins, which were to preach and to proclaim the pardon of all Sins to all believers? And did they cease to pray, cs pns31 vvd dt n2 n1? vhd xx dt n2 px32 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, r-crq vbdr pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp d n2? cc vdd pns32 vvi pc-acp vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
376 yea to pray after that manner as Christ commanded them to pray, forgiue vs our sinnes? Matt. 9. 9. What doth the holy father the Pope, who in his plenary pardons, yea to pray After that manner as christ commanded them to pray, forgive us our Sins? Matt. 9. 9. What does the holy father the Pope, who in his plenary Pardons, uh p-acp vvb p-acp d n1 c-acp np1 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno12 po12 n2? np1 crd crd q-crq vdz dt j n1 dt n1, r-crq p-acp po31 j-jn n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 24
377 and indulgences, or all his Friers and Priests, who in the sacrament of penance, giue assurance of the pardon of all sinnes to such as confesse thē, and Indulgences, or all his Friars and Priests, who in the sacrament of penance, give assurance of the pardon of all Sins to such as confess them, cc n2, cc d po31 n2 cc n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp d c-acp vvb pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
378 & are contrite and sorrowfull for them, doe they I say forbid the saying of the Lords prayer, & Are contrite and sorrowful for them, do they I say forbid the saying of the lords prayer, cc vbr j cc j p-acp pno32, vdb pns32 pns11 vvb vvb dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
379 and the asking therein of the pardon of their sinnes? Surely the holy Father himselfe, and the asking therein of the pardon of their Sins? Surely the holy Father himself, cc dt vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2? np1 dt j n1 px31, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
380 and all the principall persons of his Church, are absurd men or else it is no absurditie to assure the faithfull of the full forgiuenes of all their sins, and all the principal Persons of his Church, Are absurd men or Else it is no absurdity to assure the faithful of the full forgiveness of all their Sins, cc d dt j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbr j n2 cc av pn31 vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d po32 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
381 and yet to will them to pray daily for the same. The Cardinals third instance is: and yet to will them to pray daily for the same. The Cardinals third instance is: cc av pc-acp vmb pno32 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt d. dt n2 ord n1 vbz: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
382 the Anabaptists hold faith to be an assurance of Gods loue, who yet can haue no assurance thereof: the Anabaptists hold faith to be an assurance of God's love, who yet can have no assurance thereof: dt np1 vvb n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq av vmb vhi dx n1 av: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
383 therefore saith is not the assurance of Gods loue. As if heretikes and reprobates might not hold some right opinions in matters of faith. Therefore Says is not the assurance of God's love. As if Heretics and Reprobates might not hold Some right opinions in matters of faith. av vvz vbz xx dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. p-acp cs n2 cc n2-jn vmd xx vvi d j-jn n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
384 But the Anabaptists say that they themselues haue an assurance of Gods loue, and are accepted of him. But the Anabaptists say that they themselves have an assurance of God's love, and Are accepted of him. p-acp dt np1 vvb cst pns32 px32 vhb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc vbr vvn pp-f pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
385 And what of that? Did not the Laodiceans say that they were rich and increased with goods, And what of that? Did not the Laodiceans say that they were rich and increased with goods, cc q-crq pp-f d? vdd xx dt np1 vvb cst pns32 vbdr j cc vvn p-acp n2-j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
386 and wanted nothing? Ap. 3. 17. And yet it was nothing so. and wanted nothing? Apostle 3. 17. And yet it was nothing so. cc vvd pix? np1 crd crd cc av pn31 vbds pix av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
387 So some mad men will say that they are Lords of such and such Mannours, vea Soveraignes of such and such kingdomes: So Some mad men will say that they Are lords of such and such Manors, vea Sovereigns of such and such kingdoms: av d j n2 vmb vvi cst pns32 vbr n2 pp-f d cc d n2, n1 n2-jn pp-f d cc d n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
388 and yet they may be strake beggars. and yet they may be strake beggars. cc av pns32 vmb vbi vvn n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
389 Now the Anabaptists, as all other heretikes are after a sort mad men, and baue lost a sound mind: Now the Anabaptists, as all other Heretics Are After a sort mad men, and have lost a found mind: av dt np1, c-acp d j-jn n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 j n2, cc vhn vvn dt j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
390 and therefore they may thinke that they haue faith and the assurance of Gods loue, when they haue it not indeed. and Therefore they may think that they have faith and the assurance of God's love, when they have it not indeed. cc av pns32 vmb vvi cst pns32 vhb n1 cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, c-crq pns32 vhb pn31 xx av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
391 The evidences wherein divers men doe seeke for the assurance of Gods loue are diverse. The evidences wherein diverse men do seek for the assurance of God's love Are diverse. dt n2 c-crq j n2 vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr j. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
392 The Pharises had such an high conceit of their owne workes, that they did thinke themselues iust thereby, The Pharisees had such an high conceit of their own works, that they did think themselves just thereby, dt np2 vhd d dt j n1 pp-f po32 d n2, cst pns32 vdd vvi px32 av av, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
393 and accepted with God, as being such in their owne proud opinions as did demerit no lesse at Gods hand. and accepted with God, as being such in their own proud opinions as did demerit no less At God's hand. cc vvd p-acp np1, c-acp vbg d p-acp po32 d j n2 a-acp vdd vvb av-dx dc p-acp npg1 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
394 So many that haue intended the v••er overthrowe of Prince and people, hauing receaued absolution from their Priests, So many that have intended the v••er overthrow of Prince and people, having received absolution from their Priests, av d cst vhb vvn dt n1 vvi pp-f n1 cc n1, vhg vvn n1 p-acp po32 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
395 and a pardon from the Pope, haue iudged themselues to haue had all their sinnes pardoned, and a pardon from the Pope, have judged themselves to have had all their Sins pardoned, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vhb vvn px32 pc-acp vhi vhn d po32 n2 vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
396 and themselues greatly beloued of God. and themselves greatly Beloved of God. cc px32 av-j vvn pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 25
397 So the Anabaptists deeming and dreaming their owne fancies to bee the immediate revelations of the spirit of God may happely presume hereof, that they are right deare vnto God, So the Anabaptists deeming and dreaming their own fancies to be the immediate revelations of the Spirit of God may happily presume hereof, that they Are right deer unto God, np1 dt np1 vvg cc vvg po32 d n2 pc-acp vbi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-j vvi av, cst pns32 vbr j-jn j-jn p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
398 and such as may bee fully perswaded of his loue. and such as may be Fully persuaded of his love. cc d c-acp vmb vbi av-j vvn pp-f po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
399 But the faithfull to whom God by his word and sacraments, doth so reveale his covenant of mercy in Christ Iesus, that thereby they are effectually called and brought vnto God, to trust in this his vnspeakable goodnesse, But the faithful to whom God by his word and Sacraments, does so reveal his Covenant of mercy in christ Iesus, that thereby they Are effectually called and brought unto God, to trust in this his unspeakable Goodness, p-acp dt j p-acp ro-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n2, vdz av vvi po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 np1, cst av pns32 vbr av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d po31 j-u n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
400 and to place their chiefe happinesse therein and to loue God for the same aboue all things whatsoever; and to place their chief happiness therein and to love God for the same above all things whatsoever; cc pc-acp vvi po32 j-jn n1 av cc pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt d p-acp d n2 r-crq; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
401 here by are rightly assured that they are in Gods loue, and are effectually called to the estate of grace, Here by Are rightly assured that they Are in God's love, and Are effectually called to the estate of grace, av a-acp vbr av-jn vvn cst pns32 vbr p-acp npg1 n1, cc vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
402 & to obtaine salvation in Christ Iesus. & to obtain salvation in christ Iesus. cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
403 Wherefore albeit the assurance of the Anabaptists, and of all other of the like ranke may be false and vaine, Wherefore albeit the assurance of the Anabaptists, and of all other of the like rank may be false and vain, q-crq cs dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cc pp-f d n-jn pp-f dt j n1 vmb vbi j cc j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
404 for that it is built vpon a sandy false ground: for that it is built upon a sandy false ground: c-acp cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
405 yet the assurance of the faithfull is most firme and certaine, for that it is founded vpon a rocke. yet the assurance of the faithful is most firm and certain, for that it is founded upon a rock. av dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz av-ds j cc j, c-acp cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
406 Fourthly, Bellarmine chargeth Luther with an absurd position for that he avoucheth, that children being baptised may haue faith. Fourthly, Bellarmine charges Luther with an absurd position for that he avoucheth, that children being baptised may have faith. ord, np1 vvz np1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp cst pns31 vvz, cst n2 vbg j-vvn vmb vhi n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
407 Why, doth not our Saviour himselfe testifie, that some at the first houre of the day of their life are called to worke in the Lords vineyard? Mat. 20. 1. and therefore indued with a sanctified faith, which worketh by loue. Why, does not our Saviour himself testify, that Some At the First hour of the day of their life Are called to work in the lords vineyard? Mathew 20. 1. and Therefore endued with a sanctified faith, which works by love. uh-crq, vdz xx po12 n1 px31 vvi, cst d p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n1? np1 crd crd cc av vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
408 And doth not the Scripture also in plaine words, and not in parables, teach that some are sanctified frō their mothers womb, And does not the Scripture also in plain words, and not in parables, teach that Some Are sanctified from their mother's womb, cc vdz xx dt n1 av p-acp j n2, cc xx p-acp n2, vvb cst d vbr vvn p-acp po32 ng1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
409 and therefore not only indued with an holy faith, but also with all other graces of sanctification? Ier. 1. 5. Why doth not Bellarmine himselfe thinke that infants descending from faithfull parents being baptised, and Therefore not only endued with an holy faith, but also with all other graces of sanctification? Jeremiah 1. 5. Why does not Bellarmine himself think that Infants descending from faithful Parents being baptised, cc av xx av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp av p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f n1? np1 crd crd q-crq vdz xx np1 px31 vvi cst ng1 vvg p-acp j n2 vbg j-vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
410 and dying before they come to yeares of discreation, are Gods children and heires of his kingdome? Now how are they Gods children, and dying before they come to Years of discretion, Are God's children and Heirs of his Kingdom? Now how Are they God's children, cc vvg c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vbr n2 n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1? av q-crq vbr pns32 n2 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
411 vnlesse they are reformed to his image in righteousnesse and true holinesse, & there fore indued with a true faith which is a principall part of true holinesse, unless they Are reformed to his image in righteousness and true holiness, & there before endued with a true faith which is a principal part of true holiness, cs pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc j n1, cc a-acp a-acp vvd p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 26
412 and the very root whereout all other graces sprout and growe? Wherefore it is no absurdity to thinke that children may be indued with a sanctifying faith, and the very root whereout all other graces sprout and grow? Wherefore it is no absurdity to think that children may be endued with a sanctifying faith, cc dt j n1 c-crq d j-jn n2 vvi cc vvi? c-crq pn31 vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
413 albeit they cannot produce the actions thereof, no more then it is an absurditie to say that they are indued with a reasonable soule, albeit they cannot produce the actions thereof, no more then it is an absurdity to say that they Are endued with a reasonable soul, cs pns32 vmbx vvi dt n2 av, av-dx dc cs pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
414 albeit the effects there of appeare not in them. albeit the effects there of appear not in them. cs dt n2 a-acp pp-f vvb xx p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
415 But Bellarmine himselfe happily doubting of the absurditie of these former doctrines, in the last instance wil be sure to produce an absurd position indeed: But Bellarmine himself happily doubting of the absurdity of these former doctrines, in the last instance will be sure to produce an absurd position indeed: p-acp np1 px31 av-j vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n2, p-acp dt ord n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 av: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
416 which is, that God is the author of sinne: which yet as he affirmeth is taught by Calvin. which is, that God is the author of sin: which yet as he Affirmeth is taught by calvin. r-crq vbz, cst np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: r-crq av c-acp pns31 vvz vbz vvn p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
417 But this is an impudent and a shamelesse slander refused and refuted also by that worthie seruant of God himselfe. But this is an impudent and a shameless slander refused and refuted also by that worthy servant of God himself. p-acp d vbz dt j cc dt j n1 vvn cc vvn av p-acp cst j n1 pp-f np1 px31. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
418 Wherefore Bellarmine hereby manifestly declareth that the doctrine of the Romish church whereof he is so stiffe a maintainer, is absurd, false, & vntrue: Wherefore Bellarmine hereby manifestly Declareth that the Doctrine of the Romish Church whereof he is so stiff a maintainer, is absurd, false, & untrue: c-crq np1 av av-j vvz cst dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1 c-crq pns31 vbz av j dt n1, vbz j, j, cc j: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
419 & therefore not taken out of the word of truth, seeing it is not, neither indeed cannot bee defended but by false slanders and lies. & Therefore not taken out of the word of truth, seeing it is not, neither indeed cannot be defended but by false slanders and lies. cc av xx vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg pn31 vbz xx, av-dx av vmbx vbi vvn cc-acp p-acp j n2 cc vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
420 For the law of God shall bee fulfilled without lies: For the law of God shall be fulfilled without lies: p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
421 seeing wisdome is sufficient to a faithfull mouth, Eccl. 34. 8. And verily that all the particular doctrines of the Church of Rome are vnreasonable and absurd, seeing Wisdom is sufficient to a faithful Mouth, Ecclesiastes 34. 8. And verily that all the particular doctrines of the Church of Rome Are unreasonable and absurd, vvg n1 vbz j p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd cc av-j cst d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr j cc j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
422 and therefore vntrue by Bellarmines owne rule, vntrue it may be iustified in them all: and Therefore untrue by Bellarmines own Rule, untrue it may be justified in them all: cc av j-u p-acp npg1 d n1, j-u pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 d: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
423 but at this time I will giue instance only in some of their particular doctrines which concerne the word of God, the Sacraments, Prayer, & Faith. but At this time I will give instance only in Some of their particular doctrines which concern the word of God, the Sacraments, Prayer, & Faith. cc-acp p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi n1 av-j p-acp d pp-f po32 j n2 r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n2, n1, cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
424 And first concerning the word of God, the Church of Rome absurdly teacheth that it is delivered vnto vs partly in the Scriptures, and partly by tradition. And First Concerning the word of God, the Church of Rome absurdly Teaches that it is Delivered unto us partly in the Scriptures, and partly by tradition. cc ord vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvz cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 av p-acp dt n2, cc av p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
425 For if it bee an absurd thing for a wise and provident Father to deliuer his last will and testament partly in writing and partly without: For if it be an absurd thing for a wise and provident Father to deliver his last will and Testament partly in writing and partly without: p-acp cs pn31 vbb dt j n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 ord n1 cc n1 av p-acp n1 cc av p-acp: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
426 it is much more absurd to ascribe any such action vnto the most wise and provident God. it is much more absurd to ascribe any such actium unto the most wise and provident God. pn31 vbz d dc j pc-acp vvi d d n1 p-acp dt av-ds j cc j np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
427 Secondly, if it be an absurd thing for a father to interdict any of his childrē to get a coppie of his last will and testament, wherein some great legacy is giuen vnto him, Secondly, if it be an absurd thing for a father to interdict any of his children to get a copy of his last will and Testament, wherein Some great legacy is given unto him, ord, cs pn31 vbb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d pp-f po31 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 ord n1 cc n1, c-crq d j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
428 and some speciall duties are required at his hands: and Some special duties Are required At his hands: cc d j n2 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 27
429 then it is more absurd to avouch that God doth interdict all his children of the Laitie, the hauing of the bookes of the old & new Testament in the which so great legacies are bequeathed vnto them, then it is more absurd to avouch that God does interdict all his children of the Laity, the having of the books of the old & new Testament in the which so great legacies Are bequeathed unto them, cs pn31 vbz av-dc j pc-acp vvi cst np1 vdz vvi d po31 n2 pp-f dt np1, dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt r-crq av j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
430 and so many speciall duties are required at their hands. and so many special duties Are required At their hands. cc av d j n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
431 Thirdly, if it be an absurd thing that a wise and louing father should make his last will and testament in a language vnknown to his children, seeing he maketh it to this end, Thirdly, if it be an absurd thing that a wise and loving father should make his last will and Testament in a language unknown to his children, seeing he makes it to this end, ord, cs pn31 vbb dt j n1 cst dt j cc j-vvg n1 vmd vvi po31 ord n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 j p-acp po31 n2, vvg pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
432 even to make knowne to all and every of them what portion and legacie hee bestoweth vpon them, even to make known to all and every of them what portion and legacy he bestoweth upon them, av pc-acp vvi vvn p-acp d cc d pp-f pno32 r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
433 and what dutie hee requireth at their hands; and what duty he requires At their hands; cc r-crq n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
434 then much more absurd is it to avouch that our heavenly father, making his wil and testament to the same end, would haue the vnderstāding thereof kept close from any of his children vnder the locke & key of a strange language. then much more absurd is it to avouch that our heavenly father, making his will and Testament to the same end, would have the understanding thereof kept close from any of his children under the lock & key of a strange language. av av-d av-dc j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi cst po12 j n1, vvg po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt d n1, vmd vhi dt n1 av vvd av-j p-acp d pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
435 Fourthly, seeing every wise father hath a speciall care to set downe his mind in his will and testament in plaine and cleere words, that so he may take away all iust occasion of discord and dissention among his children: Fourthly, seeing every wise father hath a special care to Set down his mind in his will and Testament in plain and clear words, that so he may take away all just occasion of discord and dissension among his children: ord, vvg d j n1 vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp j cc j n2, cst av pns31 vmb vvi av d j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
436 it is absurd to imagine that the God of peace and loue would set downe his mind in the bookes of the old and new Testament in darke and obscure tearmes, it is absurd to imagine that the God of peace and love would Set down his mind in the books of the old and new Testament in dark and Obscure terms, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmd vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1 p-acp j cc j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
437 and in phrases of such a doubtfull and ambiguous signification that like a nose of wax they may be bowed as wel this way as that way, and in phrases of such a doubtful and ambiguous signification that like a nose of wax they may be bowed as well this Way as that Way, cc p-acp n2 pp-f d dt j cc j n1 cst av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vmb vbi vvn a-acp av d n1 c-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
438 and so minister occasion of discord and strife which he therein so straightly and severely interdicteth? And verily as it is an absurd thing to avouch that the light of the sunne is darke, and so minister occasion of discord and strife which he therein so straightly and severely interdicteth? And verily as it is an absurd thing to avouch that the Light of the sun is dark, cc av vvi n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 av av av-j cc av-j vvz? cc av-j c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
439 because sore eies cannot well behold it, & blind cannot apprehend it at al: Because soar eyes cannot well behold it, & blind cannot apprehend it At all: c-acp j n2 vmbx av vvi pn31, cc j vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp d: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
440 so is it more absurd to avouch that the holy Scripture being a light that proceedeth from Christ the sonne of righteousnes Ap. 12. 1. is darke and obscure, so is it more absurd to avouch that the holy Scripture being a Light that Proceedeth from christ the son of righteousness Apostle 12. 1. is dark and Obscure, av vbz pn31 av-dc j pc-acp vvi cst dt j n1 vbg dt n1 cst vvz p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 crd crd vbz j cc j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
441 because the sore eyes of some mens sicke minds are offended with it, and the blind mindes of other that are starke dead in their sins cannot apprehend it at all. Because the soar eyes of Some men's sick minds Are offended with it, and the blind minds of other that Are stark dead in their Sins cannot apprehend it At all. c-acp dt j n2 pp-f d ng2 j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, cc dt j n2 pp-f n-jn cst vbr av-j j p-acp po32 n2 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp d. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 28
442 Fiftly, seeing it is an absurd thing to thinke that any person in a manuary craft can become a good Artisan, Fifty, seeing it is an absurd thing to think that any person in a manuary craft can become a good Artisan, ord, vvg pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cst d n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 vmb vvi dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
443 vnlesse he vnderstand the particular rules thereof, and the reasons of such workes that are to be wrought thereby: unless he understand the particular rules thereof, and the Reasons of such works that Are to be wrought thereby: cs pns31 vvb dt j n2 av, cc dt n2 pp-f d n2 cst vbr pc-acp vbi vvn av: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
444 it is no lesse absurd to determine with the Church of Rome, that a blind and a colliar-like faith can make a true faithfull man, it is no less absurd to determine with the Church of Rome, that a blind and a colliar-like faith can make a true faithful man, pn31 vbz av-dx av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst dt j cc dt j n1 vmb vvi dt j j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
445 and a good intent can make a good worke, when the party vnderstandeth not the particular doctrines of faith, and a good intent can make a good work, when the party understandeth not the particular doctrines of faith, cc dt j n1 vmb vvi dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz xx dt j n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
446 nor the severall reasons whereby a good worke may bee done rightly & acceptably vnto God. nor the several Reasons whereby a good work may be done rightly & acceptably unto God. ccx dt j n2 c-crq dt j n1 vmb vbi vdn av-jn cc av-j p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
447 For is it not absurd (as Chrysostome saith) that a Physitian, a Tanner, a Cloth-worker, For is it not absurd (as Chrysostom Says) that a physician, a Tanner, a Clothworker, p-acp vbz pn31 xx j (c-acp np1 vvz) cst dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
448 and all other craftsinen shall be able to stand in defence of their arts: and all other craftsinen shall be able to stand in defence of their arts: cc d j-jn n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
449 and a Christian shall not be able to giue a reason of his faith? Whereas these arts neglected bring losse only to our temporalties: and a Christian shall not be able to give a reason of his faith? Whereas these arts neglected bring loss only to our Temporalities: cc dt njp vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? cs d n2 vvd vvi n1 av-j p-acp po12 n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
450 & the contempt of the other bringeth damage to our soules. & the contempt of the other brings damage to our Souls. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn vvz n1 p-acp po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
451 Yet (saith he) such is our madnesse that wee imploy all our thoughts vpon the former, Yet (Says he) such is our madness that we employ all our thoughts upon the former, av (vvz pns31) d vbz po12 n1 cst pns12 vvb d po12 n2 p-acp dt j, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
452 and little regard the necessary & most strong fortifications of our salvation: and little regard the necessary & most strong fortifications of our salvation: cc j n1 dt j cc av-ds j n2 pp-f po12 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
453 albeit wee bee commanded to bee ready to giue an answer to every one that should aske vs a reason of our faith, albeit we be commanded to be ready to give an answer to every one that should ask us a reason of our faith, cs pns12 vbb vvn pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d pi cst vmd vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
454 & also to haue the word of God dwelling in vs most plentifully. Chryf. & also to have the word of God Dwelling in us most plentifully. Chrysostom. cc av pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pno12 av-ds av-j. np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
455 hom. 16. in Ioh. Sixtly, if we thinke it absurd to trust another mans telling in the receipt of mony, hom. 16. in John Sixty, if we think it absurd to trust Another men telling in the receipt of money, uh. crd p-acp np1 ord, cs pns12 vvb pn31 j pc-acp vvi j-jn n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
456 or another mans eie in the feeding of our horse, or another mans tast in the food of our owne bodies: or Another men eye in the feeding of our horse, or Another men taste in the food of our own bodies: cc j-jn ng1 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1, cc j-jn ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
457 It is more absurd to receaue from our teachers the heauenly coine of faith, hope, It is more absurd to receive from our Teachers the heavenly coin of faith, hope, pn31 vbz av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvb, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
458 & loue, vpon their bare word, or to trust his eies and tast in the food of our soules by receauing and approuing all doctrines deliuered by them vnto vs without all examination and triall. So S. Chrysostome. & love, upon their bore word, or to trust his eyes and taste in the food of our Souls by receiving and approving all doctrines Delivered by them unto us without all examination and trial. So S. Chrysostom. cc n1, p-acp po32 j n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp vvg cc vvg d n2 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 cc n1. av n1 np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
459 It is an absurd thing in the receipt of mony, not to trust another, but to tell it our selues: It is an absurd thing in the receipt of money, not to trust Another, but to tell it our selves: pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, xx pc-acp vvi j-jn, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 po12 n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
460 and in matters of farre greater moment to content our selues with another mans bare word: and in matters of Far greater moment to content our selves with Another men bore word: cc p-acp n2 pp-f av-j jc n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp j-jn ng1 j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
461 especially whereas we haue a most exact ballance, squire, and rule, even the determination of the divine lawes. Chryf. hom. 13. in 2. ep. especially whereas we have a most exact balance, squire, and Rule, even the determination of the divine laws. Chrysostom. hom. 13. in 2. Epistle. av-j cs pns12 vhb dt av-ds j n1, n1, cc n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2. n1. uh. crd p-acp crd n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 29
462 ad Cor. Lastly, is it not most absurd that a translation made by some which were not inspired & guided therein by the spirit of God, should be commanded to be receaued by all, ad Cor. Lastly, is it not most absurd that a Translation made by Some which were not inspired & guided therein by the Spirit of God, should be commanded to be received by all, fw-la np1 ord, vbz pn31 xx av-ds j cst dt n1 vvd p-acp d r-crq vbdr xx vvn cc vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 30
463 as only authenticall, & to be preferred before the text it selfe set down in the bookes of the Canonicall Scripture, penned in the Hebrew & Greek tongues by the Prophets & Apostles, which were immediatly inspired and guided in that very action by the speciall motion of the vnerring spirit of God? 2. Pet. 1. 20. 21. Is it not, I say, absurd that all truth most purely set downe by such notaries as were immediately thereto designed by God, should not be so well preserued in their register bookes from all errors and corruptions by divine providence, as only authentical, & to be preferred before the text it self Set down in the books of the Canonical Scripture, penned in the Hebrew & Greek tongues by the prophets & Apostles, which were immediately inspired and guided in that very actium by the special motion of the unerring Spirit of God? 2. Pet. 1. 20. 21. Is it not, I say, absurd that all truth most purely Set down by such notaries as were immediately thereto designed by God, should not be so well preserved in their register books from all errors and corruptions by divine providence, c-acp av-j j, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, vvn p-acp dt njp cc jp n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2, r-crq vbdr av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 pp-f np1? crd np1 crd crd crd vbz pn31 xx, pns11 vvb, j cst d n1 av-ds av-j vvn a-acp p-acp d n2 c-acp vbdr av-j av vvn p-acp np1, vmd xx vbi av av vvn p-acp po32 n1 n2 p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp j-jn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 30
464 as in the writings of any other which were not immediatly by God designed therevnto? For is water more cleere in the streame where it may gather mud, as in the writings of any other which were not immediately by God designed thereunto? For is water more clear in the stream where it may gather mud, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n-jn r-crq vbdr xx av-j p-acp np1 vvd av? p-acp vbz n1 av-dc j p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31 vmb vvi n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 30
465 then in the most pure fountaine it selfe? Hence spring errors (saith S. Cyprian) while men repaire not to the originall veritie nor the head is sought after, then in the most pure fountain it self? Hence spring errors (Says S. Cyprian) while men repair not to the original verity nor the head is sought After, av p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pn31 n1? av vvi n2 (vvz np1 jp) n1 n2 vvi xx p-acp dt j-jn n1 ccx dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 30
466 nor the doctrine of our heavenly master is observed. Cyp. de simpl. praelat. Sccondly to come to the doctrines of the Church of Rome, concerning the Sacraments: nor the Doctrine of our heavenly master is observed. Cyprus de Simple. Prelate. Sccondly to come to the doctrines of the Church of Rome, Concerning the Sacraments: ccx dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 vbz vvn. np1 fw-fr n1. n1. av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg dt n2: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 30
467 Is it not absurd that the bare pronouncing of a few words should consecrate a Sacrament, Is it not absurd that the bore pronouncing of a few words should consecrate a Sacrament, vbz pn31 xx j cst dt j vvg pp-f dt d n2 vmd vvi dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 30
468 and that a Sacrament should giue grace by the worke wrought; and that a Sacrament should give grace by the work wrought; cc cst dt n1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 30
469 albeit the words themselues bee not vnderstood, nor the vses and ends, for the which Sacraments were ordained? Tell mee (saith S. Chrysostome) O thou foolish, or absurd Priest, doth the vertue of the word of God consist in the forme of the letters, albeit the words themselves be not understood, nor the uses and ends, for the which Sacraments were ordained? Tell me (Says S. Chrysostom) Oh thou foolish, or absurd Priest, does the virtue of the word of God consist in the Form of the letters, cs dt n2 px32 vbi xx vvn, ccx dt n2 cc n2, p-acp dt r-crq n2 vbdr vvn? vvb pno11 (vvz np1 np1) uh pns21 j, cc j n1, vdz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 30
470 or in the vnderstanding of the sense? Chrys. hom. 43. in Mat. Verily the Apostle teacheth, that the word of God profiteth not vnlesse it be mingled with faith in them that heare it. or in the understanding of the sense? Chrys. hom. 43. in Mathew Verily the Apostle Teaches, that the word of God profiteth not unless it be mingled with faith in them that hear it. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? np1 av-an. crd p-acp np1 av-j dt n1 vvz, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 30
471 Heb. 4. 2. that is, vnlesse it be so deliuered that the hearers minds may be instructed and edified thereby, Hebrew 4. 2. that is, unless it be so Delivered that the hearers minds may be instructed and edified thereby, np1 crd crd cst vbz, cs pn31 vbb av vvn cst dt n2 n2 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn av, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 30
472 and so faith may be either begotten, or at least strengthned in them. And so doth S. Austine teach, both concerning the word and the Sacraments also. and so faith may be either begotten, or At least strengthened in them. And so does S. Augustine teach, both Concerning the word and the Sacraments also. cc av n1 vmb vbi av-d vvn, cc p-acp ds vvn p-acp pno32. cc av vdz n1 np1 vvi, d vvg dt n1 cc dt n2 av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
473 From whence commeth this power (saith hee) that water doth touch the body & cleanse the soule, From whence comes this power (Says he) that water does touch the body & cleanse the soul, p-acp q-crq vvz d n1 (vvz pns31) cst n1 vdz vvi dt n1 cc vvi dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
474 but by meanes of the word, and that not because it is vttered, but because it is beleeued. but by means of the word, and that not Because it is uttered, but Because it is believed. cc-acp p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, cc cst xx p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
475 For in the word the vanishing sound is one thing, and the remaining power another. This is the word of faith which we preach. For in the word the vanishing found is one thing, and the remaining power Another. This is the word of faith which we preach. p-acp p-acp dt n1 dt vvg n1 vbz crd n1, cc dt j-vvg n1 j-jn. d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvb. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
476 Aug. in Ioh. hom. 80. And againe, The faith of the Sacraments doe iustifie, not the Sacraments themselues. And therefore (saith hee) in the Sacraments wee must not regard what they are, but what they signifie. Aug. cont. Aug. in John hom. 80. And again, The faith of the Sacraments do justify, not the Sacraments themselves. And Therefore (Says he) in the Sacraments we must not regard what they Are, but what they signify. Aug. contentedly. np1 p-acp np1 av-an. crd cc av, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vdb vvi, xx dt n2 px32. cc av (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n2 pns12 vmb xx vvi r-crq pns32 vbr, cc-acp q-crq pns32 vvb. np1 av-vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
477 Max. l. 3. cap. 22. For as in the Iewish sacrifices, so in these our Christians Sacraments, God doth not require the worke wrought, Max. l. 3. cap. 22. For as in the Jewish Sacrifices, so in these our Christians Sacraments, God does not require the work wrought, np1 n1 crd n1. crd p-acp a-acp p-acp dt jp n2, av p-acp d po12 np1 n2, np1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 vvd, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
478 but the reasons and ends for the which it is wrought. but the Reasons and ends for the which it is wrought. cc-acp dt n2 cc vvz p-acp dt r-crq pn31 vbz vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
479 Tertull. l. 3. cont. Marc. Secondly, it is not absurd that a Sacrament which of the very worke wrought (as they say) giveth grace, should hinder grace giuen in another sacramēt, Tertul l. 3. contentedly. Marc. Secondly, it is not absurd that a Sacrament which of the very work wrought (as they say) gives grace, should hinder grace given in Another sacrament, np1 n1 crd av-vvn. np1 ord, pn31 vbz xx j cst dt n1 r-crq pp-f dt j n1 vvd (c-acp pns32 vvb) vvz n1, vmd vvi n1 vvn p-acp j-jn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
480 as they affirme of marriage, and of their holy orders? As if one grace could disgrace another: as they affirm of marriage, and of their holy order? As if one grace could disgrace Another: c-acp pns32 vvb pp-f n1, cc pp-f po32 j n2? p-acp cs crd n1 vmd vvi j-jn: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
481 or one instrument ordained to giue grace could resist the efficacie, and power of another. or one Instrument ordained to give grace could resist the efficacy, and power of Another. cc crd n1 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 vmd vvi dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
482 Thirdly, was not their ancient order of baptising of Bels, an absurd disorder? As if Christ had shed his blood for the purging of the sinnes of Bells, Thirdly, was not their ancient order of Baptizing of Bells, an absurd disorder? As if christ had shed his blood for the purging of the Sins of Bells', ord, vbds xx po32 j n1 pp-f vvg pp-f n2, dt j n1? p-acp cs np1 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
483 & had ordained baptisme to giue to them his heavenly grace: But to leaue baptisme, and to come to the Lords supper. & had ordained Baptism to give to them his heavenly grace: But to leave Baptism, and to come to the lords supper. cc vhd vvn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 po31 j n1: cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
484 what a Chaos of absurdities doe they bring in about the same? First, whereas the Scripture in plaine words avoucheth that our blessed Saviour at the first institution thereof, tooke bread and wine in their essence and substance to make them the mysticall signes of his body and bloud, they say that he transubstantiated them into the very substance of his body & blood, what a Chaos of absurdities do they bring in about the same? First, whereas the Scripture in plain words avoucheth that our blessed Saviour At the First Institution thereof, took bred and wine in their essence and substance to make them the mystical Signs of his body and blood, they say that he Transubstantiated them into the very substance of his body & blood, q-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vdb pns32 vvi p-acp p-acp dt d? ord, cs dt n1 p-acp j n2 vvz d po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt ord n1 av, vvd n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb cst pns31 vvn pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
485 & left their accidences only to be the outward signes in the sacrament. & left their accidences only to be the outward Signs in the sacrament. cc vvd po32 n2 av-j pc-acp vbi dt j n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 31
486 Whereas, Sacraments if they had not acertaine resemblance with the things whereof they are Sacraments, they could not be sacraments at all, Whereas, Sacraments if they had not Ascertain resemblance with the things whereof they Are Sacraments, they could not be Sacraments At all, cs, n2 cs pns32 vhd xx zz n1 p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns32 vbr n2, pns32 vmd xx vbi n2 p-acp d, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
487 and beare the name of the things themselues which they resemble, Aug. ad Bonif. ep. 23. Now what resemblance can there bee betweene the accidents of bread and wine, and bear the name of the things themselves which they resemble, Aug. and Bonif Epistle. 23. Now what resemblance can there be between the accidents of bred and wine, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 px32 r-crq pns32 vvb, np1 cc np1 vvi. crd av q-crq n1 vmb a-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
488 and the true and reall body and bloud of Christ? Can these accidents nourish our bodies, that they may resemble the nourishment of our soules by the body and bloud of Christ? And is it not absurd that these accidents being separated from their subiects must not onely retaine their being, and the true and real body and blood of christ? Can these accidents nourish our bodies, that they may resemble the nourishment of our Souls by the body and blood of christ? And is it not absurd that these accidents being separated from their Subjects must not only retain their being, cc dt j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? vmb d n2 vvb po12 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? cc vbz pn31 xx j cst d n2 vbg vvn p-acp po32 n2-jn vmb xx av-j vvi po32 vbg, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
489 but also subsist by themselues? Surely it were fit that these mens bodies were fed with accidents, which feed mens soules with such absurd fancies. but also subsist by themselves? Surely it were fit that these men's bodies were fed with accidents, which feed men's Souls with such absurd fancies. cc-acp av vvi p-acp px32? np1 pn31 vbdr j cst d ng2 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n2, r-crq n1 ng2 n2 p-acp d j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
490 Now concerning Christs body & blood which is the inward grace in this sacrament, how many absurdities also doe they avouch? First they will haue the very same body and blood daily to bee made of the substance of bread and wine through the pronunciation of fiue words by the mouth of a Priest, which was but once made of the substance of the Virgin Mary by the operation of the holy Ghost. Now Concerning Christ body & blood which is the inward grace in this sacrament, how many absurdities also do they avouch? First they will have the very same body and blood daily to be made of the substance of bred and wine through the pronunciation of fiue words by the Mouth of a Priest, which was but once made of the substance of the Virgae Marry by the operation of the holy Ghost. av vvg npg1 n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq d n2 av vdb pns32 vvi? ord pns32 vmb vhi dt j d n1 cc n1 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbds p-acp a-acp vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
491 Secondly, they will haue it still here in earth which is ascended vp into heaven. Secondly, they will have it still Here in earth which is ascended up into heaven. ord, pns32 vmb vhi pn31 av av p-acp n1 r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
492 Yea they will haue it here to bee daily eaten with our bodily mouthes, which is not onely an absurd and an inhumane impietie in the iudgement of S. Austine de doct. Yea they will have it Here to be daily eaten with our bodily mouths, which is not only an absurd and an inhumane impiety in the judgement of S. Augustine de doct. uh pns32 vmb vhi pn31 av pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp po12 j n2, r-crq vbz xx av-j dt j cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 fw-fr n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
493 christ. l. 3. c. 10. but hath been an occasion to Insidels to condemne Christians for the wickedst monsters that were in all the whole world, Christ. l. 3. c. 10. but hath been an occasion to Infidels to condemn Christians for the wickedest monsters that were in all the Whole world, np1. n1 crd sy. crd cc-acp vhz vbn dt n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt js n2 cst vbdr p-acp d dt j-jn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
494 for that they were not ashamed to say that they daily devoured their Lord and God. for that they were not ashamed to say that they daily devoured their Lord and God. c-acp cst pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi cst pns32 av-j vvd po32 n1 cc np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
495 Thirdly, they teach that the body of Christ which is a true naturall body, is in their masse vncircumscribed without any dimensions, Thirdly, they teach that the body of christ which is a true natural body, is in their mass uncircumscribed without any dimensions, ord, pns32 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz dt j j n1, vbz p-acp po32 n1 j p-acp d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
496 and the same in heauen circumscribed and hauing dimensions. and the same in heaven circumscribed and having dimensions. cc dt d p-acp n1 vvn cc vhg n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
497 Lastly, they teach that Christs body here is not limited in space or place, but that it is so in heavē: Lastly, they teach that Christ body Here is not limited in Molle or place, but that it is so in heaven: ord, pns32 vvb cst npg1 n1 av vbz xx vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp cst pn31 vbz av p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
498 and therefore is in heauen a true body, but not here in earth. and Therefore is in heaven a true body, but not Here in earth. cc av vbz p-acp n1 dt j n1, cc-acp xx av p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 32
499 For (as Austine saith) take away from a body space or place, and it shall be no where, For (as Augustine Says) take away from a body Molle or place, and it shall be no where, p-acp (c-acp np1 vvz) vvb av p-acp dt n1 n1 cc n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi av-dx q-crq, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
500 or in no place, and if it bee no where it is not at all. But all these absurdities they thinke they may cure with this salue; or in no place, and if it be not where it is not At all. But all these absurdities they think they may cure with this salve; cc p-acp dx n1, cc cs pn31 vbb xx c-crq pn31 vbz xx p-acp d. p-acp d d n2 pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
501 for that all these things are and may bee still done by the miraculous hand and power of God. for that all these things Are and may be still done by the miraculous hand and power of God. c-acp cst d d n2 vbr cc vmb vbi av vdn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
502 But Austine refuseth this plaister as not fit for this sore. For (as hee teacheth) Sacraments may haue honour as being religious: But Augustine Refuseth this plaster as not fit for this soar. For (as he Teaches) Sacraments may have honour as being religious: p-acp np1 vvz d n1 c-acp xx j p-acp d n1. p-acp (c-acp pns31 vvz) n2 vmb vhi n1 p-acp vbg j: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
503 but they doe not worke astonishment as being miraculous. but they do not work astonishment as being miraculous. cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi n1 c-acp vbg j. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
504 For they are such meanes as God hath appointed to confirme the faith of such as already beleeue; For they Are such means as God hath appointed to confirm the faith of such as already believe; c-acp pns32 vbr d n2 c-acp np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d c-acp av vvi; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
505 and not to convert vnbeleeuers, for the which end miracles are ordained. 1. Cor. 14 22. And verily if these workes were miraculous, they should be such as might be first apprehended by sense, that from thence they might enter into the conscience. and not to convert unbelievers, for the which end Miracles Are ordained. 1. Cor. 14 22. And verily if these works were miraculous, they should be such as might be First apprehended by sense, that from thence they might enter into the conscience. cc xx pc-acp vvi n2, p-acp dt r-crq n1 n2 vbr vvn. crd np1 crd crd cc av-j cs d n2 vbdr j, pns32 vmd vbi d c-acp vmd vbi ord vvn p-acp n1, cst p-acp av pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
506 But these which they call miraculous works, are not apprehended by sense, as sense it selfe doth testifie sufficiently. Thirdly, concerning prayer: But these which they call miraculous works, Are not apprehended by sense, as sense it self does testify sufficiently. Thirdly, Concerning prayer: p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb j n2, vbr xx vvn p-acp n1, c-acp n1 pn31 n1 vdz vvi av-j. ord, vvg n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
507 First, is it not absurd that publike prayers vnto which a publike assent should be giuen by the people, should be made in a tongue not vnderstood of the people. First, is it not absurd that public Prayers unto which a public assent should be given by the people, should be made in a tongue not understood of the people. ord, vbz pn31 xx j cst j n2 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 xx vvn pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
508 For (For (as the Apostle saith) VVhen thou blessest with the spirit, (viz. in a tongue vnknowne) how shall he that occupieth the roome of the vnlearned say amen at thy giuing of thankes, seeing hee knoweth not what thou saist 1. Cor. 14. 16. Secondly, is it not absurd that private prayers should bee commanded to bee made in a tongue vnknowne to him that maketh them, For (For (as the Apostle Says) When thou blessest with the Spirit, (viz. in a tongue unknown) how shall he that occupieth the room of the unlearned say Amen At thy giving of thanks, seeing he Knoweth not what thou Sayest 1. Cor. 14. 16. Secondly, is it not absurd that private Prayers should be commanded to be made in a tongue unknown to him that makes them, p-acp (c-acp (c-acp dt n1 vvz) c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1, (n1 p-acp dt n1 j) c-crq vmb pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j vvi uh-n p-acp po21 vvg pp-f n2, vvg pns31 vvz xx r-crq pns21 vv2 crd np1 crd crd ord, vbz pn31 xx j cst j n2 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 j p-acp pno31 cst vvz pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
509 and therefore cannot vnderstand for what he himselfe prayeth? For should any one present a supplication to a Prince, and Therefore cannot understand for what he himself Prayeth? For should any one present a supplication to a Prince, cc av vmbx vvi p-acp r-crq pns31 px31 vvz? p-acp vmd d pi vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
510 and not vnderstand what is contained in his supplication? much lesse should he doe it to the king of kings, and not understand what is contained in his supplication? much less should he do it to the King of Kings, cc xx vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1? av-d av-dc vmd pns31 vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
511 vnlesse he looke to be re•ected as a foolish and an absurd companion, yea as a frantike & mad man. unless he look to be re•ected as a foolish and an absurd Companion, yea as a frantic & mad man. cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc dt j n1, uh p-acp dt j cc j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
512 Thirdly, is it not absurd to pray to Saints for such blessings as cannot be giuen but by God alone? seeing it is all one, Thirdly, is it not absurd to pray to Saints for such blessings as cannot be given but by God alone? seeing it is all one, ord, vbz pn31 xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp d n2 p-acp vmbx vbi vvn cc-acp p-acp np1 av-j? vvg pn31 vbz d pi, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 33
513 as if one should seeke for that of a subiect, which is only in the hands of a king to giue. as if one should seek for that of a Subject, which is only in the hands of a King to give. c-acp cs pi vmd vvi p-acp d pp-f dt n-jn, r-crq vbz av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
514 Fourthly, were it not absurd, when thou hast the kings eldest and dearest sonne to be thy mediator to his father, to request some meane persons of the court to be thy mediators also, Fourthly, were it not absurd, when thou hast the Kings eldest and dearest son to be thy Mediator to his father, to request Some mean Persons of the court to be thy mediators also, ord, vbdr pn31 xx j, c-crq pns21 vh2 dt ng1 js-jn cc js-jn n1 pc-acp vbi po21 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi d j n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi po21 n2 av, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
515 as if the mediation of such a person were not sufficient? So is it farre more absurd to ioine the Saints to the Sonne of God in the wor•e of mediation, as if the mediation of such a person were not sufficient? So is it Far more absurd to join the Saints to the Son of God in the wor•e of mediation, c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vbdr xx j? np1 vbz pn31 av-j av-dc j pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
516 whereas his intercession with the father is 10000000000 times more respected of God, then is the intercession of all Angells and Saints. whereas his Intercession with the father is 10000000000 times more respected of God, then is the Intercession of all Angels and Saints. cs po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz crd n2 av-dc vvn pp-f np1, av vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
517 Lastly, is it not absurd to make the Saints mediators to Christ, when be himselfe calleth thee, Lastly, is it not absurd to make the Saints mediators to christ, when be himself calls thee, ord, vbz pn31 xx j pc-acp vvi dt n2 n2 p-acp np1, q-crq vbb px31 vvz pno21, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
518 & promiseth to heare and helpe thee also, whensoever thou by thy selfe shalt come vnto him in faithfull and humble prayer? Mat. 11. 28. For hee loueth his faithfull servants better then any creature can loue him: & promises to hear and help thee also, whensoever thou by thy self shalt come unto him in faithful and humble prayer? Mathew 11. 28. For he loves his faithful Servants better then any creature can love him: cc vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno21 av, c-crq pns21 p-acp po21 n1 vm2 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp j cc j n1? np1 crd crd p-acp pns31 vvz po31 j n2 av-jc cs d n1 vmb vvi pno31: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
519 and therefore they ought to come rather to him then to any other. and Therefore they ought to come rather to him then to any other. cc av pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi av-c p-acp pno31 av p-acp d n-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
520 I come with more comfort (said an ancient autor) to my Iesus then to any of the Saints. I come with more Comfort (said an ancient author) to my Iesus then to any of the Saints. pns11 vvb p-acp dc n1 (vvd dt j n1) p-acp po11 np1 av p-acp d pp-f dt n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
521 For this cannot be the saying of S. Austine, because he renounceth all other mediators but Christ: For this cannot be the saying of S. Augustine, Because he Renounceth all other mediators but christ: p-acp d vmbx vbi dt n-vvg pp-f n1 np1, c-acp pns31 vvz d j-jn n2 p-acp np1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
522 and saith more over that, if S. Iohn himselfe should take vpon him to bee our Mediator, he should shew himselfe thereby to be a very Antechrist. Aug. cont. ep. and Says more over that, if S. John himself should take upon him to be our Mediator, he should show himself thereby to be a very Antichrist. Aug. contentedly. Epistle. cc vvz av-dc p-acp d, cs n1 np1 px31 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi po12 n1, pns31 vmd vvi px31 av pc-acp vbi dt j np1. np1 av-vvn. n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
523 Parm. l. 2. c. 8. Last of all, concerning faith they teach most absurdly of all other. Parm. l. 2. c. 8. Last of all, Concerning faith they teach most absurdly of all other. np1 n1 crd sy. crd ord pp-f d, vvg n1 pns32 vvb av-ds av-j pp-f d n-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
524 For where as our commō Creed containing the summ of our Christian faith, teacheth vs to beleeue in God, that is, to be fully perswaded that God is our God and louing father in Christ, For where as our Common Creed containing the sum of our Christian faith, Teaches us to believe in God, that is, to be Fully persuaded that God is our God and loving father in christ, p-acp c-crq c-acp po12 j n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 np1 n1, vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cst vbz, pc-acp vbi av-j vvn cst np1 vbz po12 n1 cc j-vvg n1 p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
525 and hath taken vs for his adopted children even all and every one of vs, vnto whome he hath giuen a true faith: and hath taken us for his adopted children even all and every one of us, unto whom he hath given a true faith: cc vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po31 j-vvn n2 av av-d cc d crd pp-f pno12, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 34
526 how can this faith taught in our common Creed stand with that of the church of Rome, which commandeth vs still to stand in doubt of Gods loue? Why? is not Gods loue towards his faithfull and obedient children, greater then is the loue of any earthly father to his? And would not an earthly Father who hath declared his great loue toward his louing child in giuing him the best education that hee can, how can this faith taught in our Common Creed stand with that of the Church of Room, which commands us still to stand in doubt of God's love? Why? is not God's love towards his faithful and obedient children, greater then is the love of any earthly father to his? And would not an earthly Father who hath declared his great love towards his loving child in giving him the best education that he can, c-crq vmb d n1 vvn p-acp po12 j n1 vvb p-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz pno12 av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1? q-crq? vbz xx npg1 n1 p-acp po31 j cc j n2, jc cs vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp po31? cc vmd xx dt j n1 r-crq vhz vvn po31 j n1 p-acp po31 n1 n1 p-acp vvg pno31 dt js n1 cst pns31 vmb, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
527 and the greatest portion & the largest inheritance take it very vnkindly at his childs hand, and the greatest portion & the Largest inheritance take it very unkindly At his child's hand, cc dt js n1 cc dt js n1 vvb pn31 av av-j p-acp po31 ng1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
528 if for all this he should make but the least doubt of his so entire and tender affection and loue? Now our heauenly father giueth to all that are adopted sonnes by faith in Christ a farre better education, greater portion and larger inheritance then all earthly parents can giue, if for all this he should make but the least doubt of his so entire and tender affection and love? Now our heavenly father gives to all that Are adopted Sons by faith in christ a Far better education, greater portion and larger inheritance then all earthly Parents can give, cs p-acp d d pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f png31 av j cc j n1 cc n1? av po12 j n1 vvz p-acp d cst vbr vvn n2 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 dt av-j jc n1, jc n1 cc jc n1 cs d j n2 vmb vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
529 and that to this end to testifie vnto them the vnsearchable riches of his goodnesse towards them, and that to this end to testify unto them the unsearchable riches of his Goodness towards them, cc cst p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
530 and to giue them full assurance of his vnspeakable loue. and to give them full assurance of his unspeakable love. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 j n1 pp-f po31 j-u n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
531 And yet shall they be commanded still to make doubt thereof? yea whereas all professions in the whole world bee they heathenish, Iewish, Haereticall or schismaticall doe make solemne protestation that they will giue assurance, And yet shall they be commanded still to make doubt thereof? yea whereas all professions in the Whole world bee they Heathenish, Jewish, Heretical or Schismatical do make solemn protestation that they will give assurance, cc av vmb pns32 vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi n1 av? uh cs d n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 n1 pns32 j, jp, j cc j vdb vvi j n1 cst pns32 vmb vvi n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
532 albeit vpon most false and deceauable grounds, to their Disciples and followers, that if they will rightly embrace their rules and put in practise their commandements, they shall thereby be brought neare vnto God, albeit upon most false and deceauable grounds, to their Disciples and followers, that if they will rightly embrace their rules and put in practise their Commandments, they shall thereby be brought near unto God, cs p-acp av-ds j cc j n2, p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, cst cs pns32 vmb av-jn vvi po32 n2 cc vvi p-acp vvi po32 n2, pns32 vmb av vbi vvn av-j p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
533 & haue assurance of his favour and loue? And shall our christian profession, which only delivereth the true grounds of our reconciliation and peace with God, & have assurance of his favour and love? And shall our christian profession, which only Delivereth the true grounds of our reconciliation and peace with God, cc vhb n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1? cc vmb po12 njp n1, r-crq av-j vvz dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
534 and of his good will and loue towards the faithfull, even by the testimonies of a multitude of heavenly Angels, Luk. 2. 14. yet be counter commanded herein, and of his good will and love towards the faithful, even by the testimonies of a multitude of heavenly Angels, Luk. 2. 14. yet be counter commanded herein, cc pp-f po31 j n1 cc vvi p-acp dt j, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2, np1 crd crd av vbi av-j vvn av, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
535 & that by that Church which vaunteth her selfe to bee the only pillar and rocke of faith? Vndoubtedly as that person is no chast wife, & that by that Church which vaunteth her self to be the only pillar and rock of faith? Undoubtedly as that person is no chaste wife, cc cst p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1? av-j c-acp d n1 vbz dx j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
536 nor true mother, that willeth the children still to stand in doubt of the kindnesse of their carefull and louing father: nor true mother, that wills the children still to stand in doubt of the kindness of their careful and loving father: ccx j n1, cst vvz dt n2 av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 j cc j-vvg n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
537 so the church of Rome hereby shew eth her selfe neither to bee the chast spouse of Christ, so the Church of Room hereby show eth her self neither to be the chaste spouse of christ, av dt n1 pp-f n1 av vvi zz po31 n1 av-d pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
538 nor the naturall mother of the faithfull, but the whore of Babylon, & the mother of all abominations, in that shee commandeth the faithfull which are the children of God still to stand in doubt of the loue of God their heauenly father. nor the natural mother of the faithful, but the whore of Babylon, & the mother of all abominations, in that she commands the faithful which Are the children of God still to stand in doubt of the love of God their heavenly father. ccx dt j n1 pp-f dt j, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp cst pns31 vvz dt j r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 po32 j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 35
539 Wherefore to conclude, as on the one side we are to pray vnto God our heavenly father that he would still deliuer vs from the wicked doctrines of evill and vnreasonable Papists, Wherefore to conclude, as on the one side we Are to pray unto God our heavenly father that he would still deliver us from the wicked doctrines of evil and unreasonable Papists, c-crq pc-acp vvi, c-acp p-acp dt crd n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 po12 j n1 cst pns31 vmd av vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-jn cc j njp2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
540 because they be not the doctrines of faith and truth: Because they be not the doctrines of faith and truth: c-acp pns32 vbb xx dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
541 so we are on the other side still to pray vnto him, that he would cause the doctrine of the Gospell to be published more and more, that he would giue it a full current, so we Are on the other side still to pray unto him, that he would cause the Doctrine of the Gospel to be published more and more, that he would give it a full current, av pns12 vbr p-acp dt j-jn n1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av-dc cc av-dc, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
542 and cause it to be glorified throughout the whole earth. and cause it to be glorified throughout the Whole earth. cc vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
543 And let vs also pray that the Lord our God by the ministerie of one Haggei or other would lay open the ends and vses of such gentle corrections, which of late yeares our land hath bin visited withal againe and againe, And let us also pray that the Lord our God by the Ministry of one Haggai or other would lay open the ends and uses of such gentle corrections, which of late Years our land hath been visited withal again and again, cc vvb pno12 av vvi cst dt n1 po12 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2 cc n-jn vmd vvi av-j dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d j n2, r-crq pp-f j n2 po12 n1 vhz vbn vvn av av cc av, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
544 & stirre vp the spirits of our Zorobabels and Ioshuahs to haue a care, first to build the temple of the Lord before the care of building of their own houses. & stir up the spirits of our Zorobabels and Joshua's to have a care, First to built the temple of the Lord before the care of building of their own houses. cc vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vhi dt n1, ord pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-vvg pp-f po32 d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
545 And that our wise Solomon would not only haue a care, first to build the temple of God before the building of his owne pallace, And that our wise Solomon would not only have a care, First to built the temple of God before the building of his own palace, cc d po12 j np1 vmd xx av-j vhi dt n1, ord pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
546 but also haue a greater care for the one then for the other: that so of him it might be truely said: but also have a greater care for the one then for the other: that so of him it might be truly said: cc-acp av vhi dt jc n1 p-acp dt pi av p-acp dt n-jn: cst av pp-f pno31 pn31 vmd vbi av-j vvn: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
547 Behold a greater then Solomon is here. Behold a greater then Solomon is Here. vvb dt jc cs np1 vbz av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
548 Yea that God would more and more settle in the heart of our David King Iames this serious meditation, which so throughly possessed the soule of king David: Yea that God would more and more settle in the heart of our David King James this serious meditation, which so thoroughly possessed the soul of King David: uh cst np1 vmd n1 cc av-dc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 np1 n1 np1 d j n1, r-crq av av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 np1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
549 Behold, I dwel in an house of Cedar trees, and the arke of the Lord in divers places of my kingdome dwelleth vnder curtaines by the want of skilfull builders to build it a Temple: Behold, I dwell in an house of Cedar trees, and the Ark of the Lord in diverse places of my Kingdom dwells under curtains by the want of skilful Builders to built it a Temple: vvb, pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f po11 n1 vvz p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
550 that so not only our Nathans may say vnto our King: Goe & doe all that is in thine heart: for God is with thee: that so not only our Nathans may say unto our King: Go & do all that is in thine heart: for God is with thee: cst av xx av-j po12 np1 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1: vvb cc vdb d cst vbz p-acp po21 n1: c-acp np1 vbz p-acp pno21: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
551 but also his God may say vnto him: but also his God may say unto him: cc-acp av po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
552 hast thou such a care to build an house vnto me? Behold, in lue there of, thine house shall bee established and thy kingdome before thee for ever, hast thou such a care to built an house unto me? Behold, in lue there of, thine house shall be established and thy Kingdom before thee for ever, vvb pns21 d dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno11? vvb, p-acp n1 a-acp pp-f, po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn cc po21 n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp av, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
553 even thy throne shall be established for ever, 2. Sam 7. 16. even so oh faithfull, Amen; even thy throne shall be established for ever, 2. Sam 7. 16. even so o faithful, Amen; av po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp av, crd np1 crd crd av av uh j, uh-n; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
554 say Amen, and confirme this thine owne decree, that it may be as the decrees of the Medes and Persians that cannot bee altered. say Amen, and confirm this thine own Decree, that it may be as the decrees of the Medes and Persians that cannot be altered. vvb uh-n, cc vvi d po21 d n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np2 cc njp2 cst vmbx vbi vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 36
555 And say againe and againe of our King Iames, and his kingdomes, as thou didst once of David & his Sion. And say again and again of our King James, and his kingdoms, as thou didst once of David & his Sion. cc vvb av cc av pp-f po12 n1 np1, cc po31 n2, c-acp pns21 vdd2 a-acp pp-f np1 cc po31 np1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
556 I haue chosen great Brittaine, and loued to dwel in it, saying: I have chosen great Britain, and loved to dwell in it, saying: pns11 vhb vvn j np1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vvg: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
557 This is my rest for ever, here will I dwell, for I haue a delight therein. This is my rest for ever, Here will I dwell, for I have a delight therein. d vbz po11 n1 c-acp av, av vmb pns11 vvi, c-acp pns11 vhb dt n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
558 I will blesse her victuals with increase, & satisfie her poore with bread. I will cloth her Priests with health, and her Saints shall reioice and sing. I will bless her victuals with increase, & satisfy her poor with bred. I will cloth her Priests with health, and her Saints shall rejoice and sing. pns11 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvi po31 j p-acp n1. pns11 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc po31 n2 vmb vvi cc vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
559 Here will I make the horne of Iames to flourish: I haue ordained a lanthorne for mine annointed. Here will I make the horn of James to flourish: I have ordained a lanthorn for mine anointed. av vmb pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi: pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp png11 vvd. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
560 And as for his enimies I will cloath them with shame: but vpon his head shall the crowne flourish. And as for his enemies I will cloth them with shame: but upon his head shall the crown flourish. cc c-acp p-acp po31 n2 pns11 vmb n1 pno32 p-acp n1: cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 vmb dt n1 vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
561 Ps. 132. And let every faithfull Britaine crie out to his companion in faith & country saying. Ps. 132. And let every faithful Britain cry out to his Companion in faith & country saying. np1 crd cc vvb d j np1 vvi av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvg. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
562 O pray for the peace of London, they shall prosper that loue thee. Peace be within thy wals, and plentie within thy pallaces. O pray for the peace of London, they shall prosper that love thee. Peace be within thy walls, and plenty within thy palaces. sy vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb vvi cst vvb pno21. n1 vbb p-acp po21 n2, cc n1 p-acp po21 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
563 For my bretheren and companions sake I will wish thee now prosperitie: For my brethren and Sodales sake I will wish thee now Prosperity: p-acp po11 n2 cc n2 n1 pns11 vmb vvi pno21 av n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
564 yea because of the house of the Lord our God I will seeke to doe thee good. yea Because of the house of the Lord our God I will seek to do thee good. uh c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po12 n1 pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi pno21 j. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
565 Ps. 122. Lastly, to conclude, let every faithfull soule wheresoever after this or the like maner commend his owne soule and salvation into the hands of his redeemer. Ps. 122. Lastly, to conclude, let every faithful soul wheresoever After this or the like manner commend his own soul and salvation into the hands of his redeemer. np1 crd ord, pc-acp vvi, vvb d j n1 c-crq p-acp d cc dt j n1 vvi po31 d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
566 Into thy hands Lord I commend my spirit which is thy due: for why thou hast redeemed it O Lord my God most true. Into thy hands Lord I commend my Spirit which is thy due: for why thou hast redeemed it Oh Lord my God most true. p-acp po21 n2 n1 pns11 vvb po11 n1 r-crq vbz po21 j-jn: c-acp c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pn31 uh n1 po11 n1 av-ds j. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
567 Send out thy light, that is, thy truth, and lead me with thy grace: Send out thy Light, that is, thy truth, and led me with thy grace: np1 av po21 n1, cst vbz, po21 n1, cc vvb pno11 p-acp po21 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
568 which may conduct mee to thine hill and to thy dwelling place. One thing of thee I doe require that thou wilt not deny: which may conduct me to thine hill and to thy Dwelling place. One thing of thee I do require that thou wilt not deny: r-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1 cc p-acp po21 j-vvg n1. crd n1 pp-f pno21 pns11 vdb vvi cst pns21 vm2 xx vvi: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
569 for which I pray and will desire till thou to me apply. That I within his holy place my life throughout may dwell: for which I pray and will desire till thou to me apply. That I within his holy place my life throughout may dwell: p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb cc vmb vvi c-acp pns21 p-acp pno11 vvi. cst pns11 p-acp po31 j n1 po11 n1 a-acp vmb vvi: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
570 to see the beauty of thy face, and view thy Temple well. The greater sort craue worldly goods, and riches doe imbrace: to see the beauty of thy face, and view thy Temple well. The greater sort crave worldly goods, and riches do embrace: pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc vvb po21 n1 av. dt jc n1 vvb j n2-j, cc n2 vdb vvi: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
571 but Lord grant mee thy countenance thy favour and thy grace. but Lord grant me thy countenance thy favour and thy grace. cc-acp n1 vvb pno11 po21 n1 po21 n1 cc po21 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
572 For thou thereby shalt make mine heart more ioyfull and more glad, then they that of their corne and wine full great increase haue had. For thou thereby shalt make mine heart more joyful and more glad, then they that of their corn and wine full great increase have had. p-acp pns21 av vm2 vvi po11 n1 av-dc j cc av-dc j, cs pns32 cst pp-f po32 n1 cc n1 j j n1 vhb vhn. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
573 In peace therefore lye downe will I, taking my rest & sleepe: for thou only wilt me O Lord alone in safetie keepe. In peace Therefore lie down will I, taking my rest & sleep: for thou only wilt me O Lord alone in safety keep. p-acp n1 av vvi a-acp vmb pns11, vvg po11 n1 cc n1: c-acp pns21 av-j vm2 pno11 sy n1 av-j p-acp n1 vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 37
574 The grace of our Lord Iesus Christ, and the loue of God, and the fellowship of the holy Ghost bee with vs all. Amen. The grace of our Lord Iesus christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the holy Ghost be with us all. Amen. dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbb p-acp pno12 d. uh-n. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 38
575 Yea thou that art God to be blessed for ever so in grace vouchsafe to be with vs that thou blesse the continuall ministerie of thine holy word and heavenly Angels to our continuall sanctification and preservation in this life, Yea thou that art God to be blessed for ever so in grace vouchsafe to be with us that thou bless the continual Ministry of thine holy word and heavenly Angels to our continual sanctification and preservation in this life, uh pns21 cst vb2r n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av av p-acp n1 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12 cst pns21 vvb dt j n1 pp-f po21 j n1 cc j n2 p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 38
576 and to our full and finall glorification in the life to come. Amen. FINIS. and to our full and final glorification in the life to come. Amen. FINIS. cc p-acp po12 j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. uh-n. fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 38

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View Segment and References (Segment No.) Note No. Text Standardized Text Parts of Speech
29 0 Natura est nunquam otiosa. Nature est Never otiosa. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la.
76 0 Non ent is nullae sunt qualitates. Non ent is Nullae sunt Qualities. fw-fr n1 vbz fw-la fw-la vvz.
115 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
127 0 Vera est propositio quādo praedicatum convenit subiecto. Tum praedicatū cōvenit subiecto cum est genus. &c. Vera est Proposition quādo praedicatum convenit subiecto. Tum praedicatū cōvenit subiecto cum est genus. etc. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. av
128 0 Tum veritas est in verbis quando ita est in rebus quemadmodum verb• significant. Tum veritas est in verbis quando ita est in rebus quemadmodum verb• significant. fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la n1 j.
132 0 Scriptura est •ons rationalis. Scripture est •ons rationalis. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
139 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
139 1 NONLATINALPHABET. 2. Pet. 1. 16. . 2. Pet. 1. 16. . crd np1 crd crd
144 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
148 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
165 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
174 0 Deus non exigebat quae siebant sed propter quod fiebant. Tert. 1, 3 cont. Marc. Deus non exigebat Quae siebant sed propter quod fiebant. Tert 1, 3 contentedly. Marc. np1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 vvn, crd av-vvn. np1
190 0 veritas d•c•nd• suadet. veritas d•c•nd• Suadet. fw-la n1 fw-la.
191 0 Falsitas suadendo docet. Falsitas suadendo docet. fw-la fw-la fw-la.
213 0 Nullius addictus iurare in verba magistri. Nullius addictus Jurare in verba magistri. np1 fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la.
277 0 Malleus haere••corum. Malleus haere••corum. np1 fw-la.
297 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
304 0 Scire est per cau sas scire. Scire est per caused sas Scire. np1 fw-la fw-la vvn fw-la fw-la.
322 0 Visio iustificans Visio glorificans Visio Justificans Visio glorificans fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la
332 0 Morio NONLATINALPHABET quasi NONLATINALPHABET Morio quasi np1 fw-la
346 0 Non qu• eundū sed quo itur. Non qu• eundum sed quo itur. fw-la n1 n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la.
465 0 Dulcius ex ipso fente bibuntur aqu•. Dulcet ex ipso fente bibuntur aqu•. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1.
476 0 Fides Sacra••torum iustisicat non sacraments. Fides Sacra••torum iustisicat non Sacraments. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr n2.
481 0 Subordinata 〈 ◊ 〉 pugnant. Subordinata 〈 ◊ 〉 pugnant. np1 〈 sy 〉 j.
487 0 Exijsdem nutrimu• & sumu•. Arist. ex ijsdem nascimur & pascimur. Bern. Accidens non transit à s•biecto in subiectum. Accidentis esse est inesse. Exijsdem nutrimu• & sumu•. Arist. ex ijsdem nascimur & pascimur. Bern. Accidents non transit à s•biecto in Subjectum. Accidents esse est inesse. fw-la n1 cc n1. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-fr fw-la p-acp fw-la. npg1 fw-la fw-la fw-la.
521 0 Dulcius ad meum Iesum accedo quam ad quēvis sanctorum. Dulcet ad meum Jesus accedo quam ad quēvis sanctorum. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.