Christian wisdome, or The excellency fame and right meanes of true wisdome As it was briefly delivered in a sermon in St Maries Church in Oxford. Novemb: 11. 1638. By H. Tozer B. D. Fellow of Exeter Colledge.

Tozer, Henry, 1602-1650
Publisher: Printed by L Lichfield
Place of Publication: Oxford
Publication Year: 1639
Approximate Era: CharlesI
TCP ID: A13851 ESTC ID: S121020 STC ID: 24159
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 CHRISTIAN VVISDOME, OR THE EXCELLENCY, FAME, AND RIGHT meanes of TRVE WISDOME, Delivered on 1. KINGS: 10.24. All the earth sought unto Solomon to heare his wisdome which God had put in his heart. CHRISTIAN VVISDOME, OR THE EXCELLENCY, FAME, AND RIGHT means of TRUE WISDOM, Delivered on 1. KINGS: 10.24. All the earth sought unto Solomon to hear his Wisdom which God had put in his heart. njp n1, cc dt n1, n1, cc j-jn n2 pp-f j n1, vvn p-acp crd ng1: crd. d dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 IT was once the gracious bounty of God to Solomon, when he appeared to him in Gibeon, to bid him ask of him what he would. IT was once the gracious bounty of God to Solomon, when he appeared to him in Gibeon, to bid him ask of him what he would. pn31 vbds a-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, p-acp vvb pno31 vvi pp-f pno31 r-crq pns31 vmd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
2 Aske, saith the Lord, what J shall give thee. 1. King. 3.5. Had Solomon been a riotous Libertine, he would (upon this unlimited proffer) have asked Length of daies; that so he might have enjoyed the pleasures of sin for a long season; or had he been a covetous worldling, he would have asked Riches for himselfe; Ask, Says the Lord, what J shall give thee. 1. King. 3.5. Had Solomon been a riotous Libertine, he would (upon this unlimited proffer) have asked Length of days; that so he might have enjoyed the pleasures of since for a long season; or had he been a covetous worldling, he would have asked Riches for himself; vvb, vvz dt n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pno21. crd n1. crd. vhd np1 vbn dt j n1, pns31 vmd (p-acp d j n1) vhb vvn n1 pp-f n2; cst av pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1; cc vhd pns31 vbn dt j n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn n2 p-acp px31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
3 that so, having enough laid up for many yeares, hee might have sung a Requiem to his soul, bidding her eat, drink, that so, having enough laid up for many Years, he might have sung a Requiem to his soul, bidding her eat, drink, d av, vhg av-d vvn a-acp p-acp d n2, pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvg pno31 vvi, vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
4 and bee merry with that, which hee never took paines to get, but had it for the asking; or, had he been a Cruell man, one of those Wolves (in Ezekiel) ravening the prey, he would have asked the life of his enimies; that so, leading his battles with victory, he might have enlarged his Dominions by building his Townes with Blood and establishing his Cities by Jniquity. Flesh and Blood (& nothing but that) would have thought either of these things desirable: and be merry with that, which he never took pains to get, but had it for the asking; or, had he been a Cruel man, one of those Wolves (in Ezekielem) ravening the prey, he would have asked the life of his enemies; that so, leading his battles with victory, he might have enlarged his Dominions by building his Towns with Blood and establishing his Cities by Jniquity. Flesh and Blood (& nothing but that) would have Thought either of these things desirable: cc vbi j p-acp d, r-crq pns31 av-x vvd n2 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vhd pn31 p-acp dt vvg; cc, vhd pns31 vbn dt j n1, crd pp-f d n2 (p-acp np1) vvg dt n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; cst av, vvg po31 n2 p-acp n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn po31 n2 p-acp vvg po31 n2 p-acp n1 cc vvg po31 n2 p-acp n1. n1 cc n1 (cc pix p-acp d) vmd vhi vvn av-d pp-f d n2 j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
5 but Solomon was of another temper; ayming more at the promoting of God's glory then the satisfying of a carnall desire; but Solomon was of Another temper; aiming more At the promoting of God's glory then the satisfying of a carnal desire; cc-acp np1 vbds pp-f j-jn n1; vvg av-dc p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f npg1 n1 av dt vvg pp-f dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
6 & therefore, considering that he was made the Head of a great People, he desired nothing so much as Wisdome, that hee might judge aright between them: & Therefore, considering that he was made the Head of a great People, he desired nothing so much as Wisdom, that he might judge aright between them: cc av, vvg cst pns31 vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vvd pix av av-d p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi av p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
7 Thy servant, saith he, is in the midst of thy People, which thou hast chosen; Thy servant, Says he, is in the midst of thy People, which thou hast chosen; po21 n1, vvz pns31, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
8 give therefore thy Servant an understanding heart to judge thy People, that I may discerne between Good and Bad. V. 8.9. He, that rightly considers this petitiō for Wisdome, may well conceive, that Solomon had some wisdome of heart, before he made it: give Therefore thy Servant an understanding heart to judge thy People, that I may discern between Good and Bad. V. 8.9. He, that rightly considers this petition for Wisdom, may well conceive, that Solomon had Some Wisdom of heart, before he made it: vvb av po21 n1 dt j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j cc j np1 crd. pns31, cst av-jn vvz d n1 p-acp n1, vmb av vvi, cst np1 vhd d n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vvd pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
9 and it was indeed a point of good understanding (which too many want) to be sensible, that, in respect of the place where in he was, hee wanted some Wisdome, and accordingly to aske it. and it was indeed a point of good understanding (which too many want) to be sensible, that, in respect of the place where in he was, he wanted Some Wisdom, and accordingly to ask it. cc pn31 vbds av dt n1 pp-f j n1 (r-crq av d n1) pc-acp vbi j, cst, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq p-acp pns31 vbds, pns31 vvd d n1, cc av-vvg pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
10 I am, saith he, a litle childe, and know not how to goe out or come in, I am, Says he, a little child, and know not how to go out or come in, pns11 vbm, vvz pns31, dt j n1, cc vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi av cc vvb p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
11 therefore give me an understanding heart. Therefore give me an understanding heart. av vvb pno11 dt j-vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
12 Wherein he so far pleased God to his own advantage, that he soon received what he prayed for, and more in abundance; Wherein he so Far pleased God to his own advantage, that he soon received what he prayed for, and more in abundance; c-crq pns31 av av-j vvn np1 p-acp po31 d n1, cst pns31 av vvd r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp, cc av-dc p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
13 for, because hee asked not long life, nor Riches, nor the life of his Enemies, but understanding to discern judgement, therefore did the Lord give him Wisdome, which he asked; for, Because he asked not long life, nor Riches, nor the life of his Enemies, but understanding to discern judgement, Therefore did the Lord give him Wisdom, which he asked; p-acp, c-acp pns31 vvd xx av-j n1, ccx n2, ccx dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc-acp vvg pc-acp vvi n1, av vdd dt n1 vvb pno31 n1, r-crq pns31 vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
14 and Riches and Honour, which he asked not; and Riches and Honour, which he asked not; cc n2 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vvd xx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
15 & both in so great a measure, that none, which were before him, nor any, that came after, were ever like unto him. & both in so great a measure, that none, which were before him, nor any, that Come After, were ever like unto him. cc d p-acp av j dt n1, cst pix, r-crq vbdr p-acp pno31, ccx d, cst vvd a-acp, vbdr av av-j p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
16 v. 12.13 What was here so freely promised in the Generall, we find as fully performed in sundry Particulars in this tenth Chapter, whereof my Text is a part; v. 12.13 What was Here so freely promised in the General, we find as Fully performed in sundry Particulars in this tenth Chapter, whereof my Text is a part; n1 crd q-crq vbds av av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb a-acp av-j vvn p-acp j n2-j p-acp d ord n1, c-crq po11 n1 vbz dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
17 where, (besides the particulars of his abundant Riches recorded from ver. 13. to 23.) wee have a specification of his excellent Wisdome in the unparallel'd ordering of his house, and the full answering of all the Queen of Sheba's Questions; where, (beside the particulars of his abundant Riches recorded from ver. 13. to 23.) we have a specification of his excellent Wisdom in the unparalleled ordering of his house, and the full answering of all the Queen of Sheba's Questions; c-crq, (p-acp dt n2-j pp-f po31 j n2 vvn p-acp fw-la. crd p-acp crd) pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc dt j vvg pp-f d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
18 from ver. 2. to 6. in both which (namely his Riches and Wisdome) he exceeded all the Kings of the Earth. ver. from ver. 2. to 6. in both which (namely his Riches and Wisdom) he exceeded all the Kings of the Earth. ver. p-acp fw-la. crd p-acp crd p-acp d r-crq (av po31 n2 cc n1) pns31 vvd d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
19 23. So that here wee see the condition of Israel was far better, then was that of the Corinthians, when S. Paul to their shame objected to them, that there was not a wise man amongst them, no not one that was able to judge between his brethren. 23. So that Here we see the condition of Israel was Far better, then was that of the Corinthians, when S. Paul to their shame objected to them, that there was not a wise man among them, no not one that was able to judge between his brothers. crd av cst av pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds av-j jc, av vbds d pp-f dt np1, c-crq n1 np1 p-acp po32 n1 vvn p-acp pno32, cst a-acp vbds xx dt j n1 p-acp pno32, dx xx pi cst vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 7
20 It is not to bee doubted, but that many wise men were here; It is not to be doubted, but that many wise men were Here; pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp cst d j n2 vbdr av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 7
21 at least 'tis evident, that One here was, who was insteed of many, for Wisdome beyond all the rest, At lest it's evident, that One Here was, who was instead of many, for Wisdom beyond all the rest, p-acp cs pn31|vbz j, cst crd av vbds, r-crq vbds av pp-f d, c-acp n1 p-acp d dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 7
22 and able to teach them all; and able to teach them all; cc j pc-acp vvi pno32 d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 7
23 which made him so famous, that the wisest thought it no scorne, but All their happinesse to bee taught and bettered by the Wisdome that was in him: which made him so famous, that the Wisest Thought it no scorn, but All their happiness to be taught and bettered by the Wisdom that was in him: r-crq vvd pno31 av j, cst dt js vvd pn31 dx n1, cc-acp d po32 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vbds p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 7
24 and for this purpose they all sought him with diligence to receive instructions from him; and for this purpose they all sought him with diligence to receive instructions from him; cc p-acp d n1 pns32 d vvd pno31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 8
25 for so we read in the Text, that All the Earth sought to Solomon to heare his Wisdome, &c. for so we read in the Text, that All the Earth sought to Solomon to hear his Wisdom, etc. c-acp av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cst d dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, av (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 8
26 And to whom should All the Earth seek to heare Wisdome, but to Him, who was the Wisest of all the Earth? à Sapiente convenit Sapientiam discere: saith one; And to whom should All the Earth seek to hear Wisdom, but to Him, who was the Wisest of all the Earth? à Sapiente convenit Sapientiam discere: Says one; cc p-acp ro-crq vmd d dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi n1, p-acp p-acp pno31, r-crq vbds dt js pp-f d dt n1? fw-fr fw-it fw-la fw-la fw-la: vvz crd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
27 he, that wil learne true Wisdome, must not (as the selfe conceited doe, who make themselves their own teachers) take a Foole for his Master; he, that will Learn true Wisdom, must not (as the self conceited do, who make themselves their own Teachers) take a Fool for his Master; pns31, cst vmb vvi j n1, vmb xx (c-acp dt n1 j-vvn vdb, r-crq vvb px32 po32 d n2) vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
28 but One, that is able to teach that, which he desires to learne; but One, that is able to teach that, which he Desires to Learn; cc-acp crd, cst vbz j pc-acp vvi d, r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
29 and so the choice of this All in the Text was very good & right in seeking after Solomon to be taught by Him, especially considering who it was, that had been Solomon's Teacher before, and so the choice of this All in the Text was very good & right in seeking After Solomon to be taught by Him, especially considering who it was, that had been Solomon's Teacher before, cc av dt n1 pp-f d d p-acp dt n1 vbds av j cc av-jn p-acp vvg p-acp np1 p-acp vbb vvn p-acp pno31, av-j vvg r-crq pn31 vbds, cst vhd vbn npg1 n1 a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 9
30 namely God himselfe: for they sought to heare that Wisdome, which God had put in his heart. namely God himself: for they sought to hear that Wisdom, which God had put in his heart. av np1 px31: c-acp pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi cst n1, r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 9
31 So that in the Text wee have both the sufficiency of the Teacher, and also the diligence of the Learner. Solomon enabled of God to teach, So that in the Text we have both the sufficiency of the Teacher, and also the diligence of the Learner. Solomon enabled of God to teach, av cst p-acp dt n1 pns12 vhb d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1. np1 vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 9
32 and All the rest seeking him out to bee instructed by Him. Whosoever will teach others aright, must first himselfe be taught of God; and All the rest seeking him out to be instructed by Him. Whosoever will teach Others aright, must First himself be taught of God; cc d dt n1 vvg pno31 av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31. r-crq vmb vvi n2-jn av-jn, vmb ord px31 vbi vvn pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 9
33 and every man, that hopes to get understanding and wisdome, must seek it with diligence. and every man, that hope's to get understanding and Wisdom, must seek it with diligence. cc d n1, cst vvz pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 9
34 The Parts then of the Text are generally two. 1. Solomon's great Worth, in these words. The Parts then of the Text Are generally two. 1. Solomon's great Worth, in these words. dt n2 av pp-f dt n1 vbr av-j crd. crd npg1 j j, p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 10
35 His Wisdome, which God had put in his heart. 2. The Fame and Esteeme of this worth, in these. His Wisdom, which God had put in his heart. 2. The Fame and Esteem of this worth, in these. po31 n1, r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1. crd dt n1 cc vvb pp-f d n1, p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 10
36 All the Earth sought to heare. In the first General are 3 particulars. 1. Wherein Solomons worth consisted. All the Earth sought to hear. In the First General Are 3 particulars. 1. Wherein Solomons worth consisted. d dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi. p-acp dt ord j vbr crd n2-j. crd q-crq np1 j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 10
37 viz: in his Wisdome. 2. Whence hee had this wisdome. viz. from God. 3. Where he laid up & kept this wisdome. viz: in his Heart. videlicet: in his Wisdom. 2. Whence he had this Wisdom. viz. from God. 3. Where he laid up & kept this Wisdom. videlicet: in his Heart. av: p-acp po31 n1. crd c-crq pns31 vhd d n1. n1 p-acp np1. crd c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp cc vvd d n1. av: p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
38 The second Generall affordeth likewise 3. particulars. 1. The Persons, that so farre esteemed Solomon, expressed in this particle. All the Earth. The second General affords likewise 3. particulars. 1. The Persons, that so Far esteemed Solomon, expressed in this particle. All the Earth. dt ord n1 vvz av crd n2-j. crd dt n2, cst av av-j vvn np1, vvn p-acp d n1. av-d dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
39 2. The Action, whereby they manifested this their esteem, & that was their Seeking, to him. 2. The Actium, whereby they manifested this their esteem, & that was their Seeking, to him. crd dt n1, c-crq pns32 vvd d po32 n1, cc cst vbds po32 vvg, p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
40 They sought. 3. The End of this seeking, & that was to Heare him. They sought. 3. The End of this seeking, & that was to Hear him. pns32 vvd. crd dt vvb pp-f d vvg, cc cst vbds p-acp vvb pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
41 First God made Solomon Wise in Heart, and then All the Earth sought to heare Him. 1. Of Solomon's Wisdome. First God made Solomon Wise in Heart, and then All the Earth sought to hear Him. 1. Of Solomon's Wisdom. ord np1 vvd np1 j p-acp n1, cc av d dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31. crd pp-f npg1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
42 To speak of Wisdome in the Audience of Fooles, who neither love nor know it, were to cast pearles before Swine, which usually stick not to trample the most pretious Iewels under their feet, To speak of Wisdom in the Audience of Fools, who neither love nor know it, were to cast Pearls before Swine, which usually stick not to trample the most precious Jewels under their feet, pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq d vvb ccx vvb pn31, vbdr pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, r-crq av-j vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j n2 p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
43 because they never knew what belonged to them: Because they never knew what belonged to them: c-acp pns32 av-x vvd r-crq vvd p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
44 but in Athens, a Nursery of wise men (where the generall profession is NONLATINALPHABET, the love and study of Wisdome ) There to speak of Wisdome, is no lesse proper, but in Athens, a Nursery of wise men (where the general profession is, the love and study of Wisdom) There to speak of Wisdom, is no less proper, cc-acp p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f j n2 (c-crq dt j n1 vbz, dt vvb cc n1 pp-f n1) pc-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f n1, vbz av-dx av-dc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
45 then tis for Athenians to study and practise it: nor is there any doubt to bee made of an answearable fruit; then this for Athenians to study and practise it: nor is there any doubt to be made of an answerable fruit; av pn31|vbz p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31: ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
46 for, saith Solomon, give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser, Prov. 9.9. Jt will therefore be seasonable to speak of Wisdome unto You as unto Wise men; and (as S. Paul once spake unto the Corinthians) judge you, what J shall say; for, Says Solomon, give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet Wiser, Curae 9.9. It will Therefore be seasonable to speak of Wisdom unto You as unto Wise men; and (as S. Paul once spoke unto the Corinthians) judge you, what J shall say; p-acp, vvz np1, vvb n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc pns31 vmb vbi av jc, np1 crd. np1 vmb av vbi j pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 p-acp pn22 a-acp p-acp j n2; cc (c-acp np1 np1 a-acp vvd p-acp dt np1) vvb pn22, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
47 and the Lord give you understanding in those few things, which for the instruction of some, and the Remembrancing of the rest, shall now be spoken on this subject of Wisdome. Where first we are to enquire after that, which is not expressed, and the Lord give you understanding in those few things, which for the instruction of Some, and the Remembrancing of the rest, shall now be spoken on this Subject of Wisdom. Where First we Are to inquire After that, which is not expressed, cc dt n1 vvb pn22 n1 p-acp d d n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1, vmb av vbi vvn p-acp d n-jn pp-f n1. c-crq ord pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp d, r-crq vbz xx vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
48 but only presupposed in the Text, namely, VVherein true VVisdome doth consist? And this we shall the better knowe, but only presupposed in the Text, namely, Wherein true VVisdome does consist? And this we shall the better know, cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, av, c-crq j n1 vdz vvi? cc d pns12 vmb dt av-jc vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
49 if first we consider, what that is, wherein true wisdome consisteth not. if First we Consider, what that is, wherein true Wisdom Consisteth not. cs ord pns12 vvb, q-crq d vbz, c-crq j n1 vvz xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
50 Here, to make a full Enquiry, and answear it accordingly, I might call in question more Particulars, than one houre would give mee leave to name; Here, to make a full Enquiry, and answer it accordingly, I might call in question more Particulars, than one hour would give me leave to name; av, pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc n1 pn31 av-vvg, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp n1 av-dc n2-j, cs crd n1 vmd vvi pno11 vvi p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
51 there being nothing indeed, which our owne Thoughts of themselves (as we are Men) project; there being nothing indeed, which our own Thoughts of themselves (as we Are Men) project; a-acp vbg pix av, r-crq po12 d n2 pp-f px32 (c-acp pns12 vbr n2) vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
52 or this VVorld of it selfe suggesteth to them, but may bee well brought into the number of those things, wherein true Wisdome consisteth not. Wherefore Seneca in his 125: Epist. (where hee treats of this very subject ) shall by a few Questions of his answer mine. or this World of it self suggests to them, but may be well brought into the number of those things, wherein true Wisdom Consisteth not. Wherefore Senecca in his 125: Epistle (where he treats of this very Subject) shall by a few Questions of his answer mine. cc d n1 pp-f pn31 n1 vvz p-acp pno32, cc-acp vmb vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, c-crq j n1 vvz xx. c-crq np1 p-acp po31 crd: np1 (c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f d j j-jn) vmb p-acp dt d n2 pp-f po31 n1 png11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
53 Quid vires corporis exerces? Dost thou stand (saith hee) on thy strength, and conceiue it a point of wisdome to shew thy selfe more lusty & strong then others are? Suppose I doe so? Then, feris majores concessit natura: the wild Beasts of the Forrest would in this respect bee wiser, Quid vires corporis exerces? Dost thou stand (Says he) on thy strength, and conceive it a point of Wisdom to show thy self more lusty & strong then Others Are? Suppose I do so? Then, feris Majores concessit Nature: the wild Beasts of the Forest would in this respect be Wiser, fw-la fw-la fw-la n2? vd2 pns21 vvi (vvz pns31) p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 av-dc j cc j cs n2-jn vbr? vvb pns11 vdb av? av, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd p-acp d n1 vbi jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
54 because stronger than Thou; and, if thou boast of thy swiftnesse of foot, par lepusculo non eris, the least trembling Hare in the field, Because Stronger than Thou; and, if thou boast of thy swiftness of foot, par lepusculo non eris, the least trembling Hare in the field, c-acp jc cs pns21; cc, cs pns21 vvb pp-f po21 n1 pp-f n1, fw-fr fw-la fw-fr fw-la, dt av-ds j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
55 if thou have none other help but thine own, will be wise enough to out-run thee quite and leave Thee, as a foole, behinde. if thou have none other help but thine own, will be wise enough to outrun thee quite and leave Thee, as a fool, behind. cs pns21 vhb pix j-jn n1 p-acp po21 d, vmb vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi pno21 av cc vvi pno21, p-acp dt n1, a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
56 Againe, Quid formam excolis? Dost thou esteem it a peece of wisdome, to mende, what God hath done, by painting out a cleerer beauty than first he gave thee, Again, Quid formam excolis? Dost thou esteem it a piece of Wisdom, to mend, what God hath done, by painting out a clearer beauty than First he gave thee, av, fw-la fw-la fw-la? vd2 pns21 vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi, r-crq np1 vhz vdn, p-acp vvg av dt jc n1 av ord pns31 vvd pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
57 as did once that (Honest) woman Iezebell. 2. Kings. 9.30? Suppose I doe this too? Then, Cum omnia feceris, à multis animalibus decôre vinceris: as did once that (Honest) woman Jezebel. 2. Kings. 9.30? Suppose I do this too? Then, Cum omnia feceris, à multis animalibus decôre vinceris: c-acp vdd a-acp d (j) n1 vvi. crd ng1. crd? vvb pns11 vdb d av? av, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
58 doe what thou canst, and thou shalt see to thy shame (which, were it not for thy dawbing, would make thee blush) that some silly Birds will shew more variety of splendour in the Feathers of their hinder Parts, than thou canst with all thy painting in the best of thy Face. Againe, Quid capillum ingenti diligentiâ comis? Dost thou indeed think it wisdome to spend sometime in the curious ordering of thy haire? It was wont to be the saying of a reverent Divine, that he, which hath too much regard to his Haire, hath commonly but litle wit in his Head. But Seneca will answear his own question well enough; do what thou Canst, and thou shalt see to thy shame (which, were it not for thy daubing, would make thee blush) that Some silly Birds will show more variety of splendour in the Feathers of their hinder Parts, than thou Canst with all thy painting in the best of thy Face. Again, Quid capillum ingenti diligentiâ comis? Dost thou indeed think it Wisdom to spend sometime in the curious ordering of thy hair? It was wont to be the saying of a reverend Divine, that he, which hath too much regard to his Hair, hath commonly but little wit in his Head. But Senecca will answer his own question well enough; vdi r-crq pns21 vm2, cc pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp po21 n1 (r-crq, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp po21 vvg, vmd vvi pno21 vvi) cst d j n2 vmb vvi dc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 jc n2, cs pns21 vm2 p-acp d po21 vvg p-acp dt av-js pp-f po21 n1. av, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1? vd2 pns21 av vvi pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f po21 n1? pn31 vbds j pc-acp vbi dt n-vvg pp-f dt j j-jn, cst pns31, r-crq vhz av av-d vvi p-acp po31 n1, vhz av-j p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 vmb n1 po31 d n1 av av-d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
59 Cùm illum vel effuderis more Parthorum, vel Germanorum modo vinxeris, &c. When thou hast, saith he, spread it abroad in the most glorious manner that may be, Cum Ilum vel effuderis more Parthorum, vel Germans modo vinxeris, etc. When thou hast, Says he, spread it abroad in the most glorious manner that may be, vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-it fw-la, fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, av c-crq pns21 vh2, vvz pns31, vvb pn31 av p-acp dt av-ds j n1 cst vmb vbi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
60 or laid it in as curious knots, as all thy wit is able to contrive; In quolibet Equo densior jactabitur juba, horrebit in Leonum cervice formosior; or laid it in as curious knots, as all thy wit is able to contrive; In quolibet Horse densior jactabitur juba, horrebit in Leonum cervice formosior; cc vvd pn31 p-acp c-acp j n2, c-acp d po21 n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi; p-acp fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la p-acp fw-la n1 fw-la; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
61 when all is done, thou mai'st behold a Lion in this respect more glorious & terrible to look on than thy selfe; and thy Horse, whereon thou ridest, will, in spite of all thy Art, carry a fairer Mane than Thou, and that which better becomes him. when all is done, thou Mayest behold a lion in this respect more glorious & terrible to look on than thy self; and thy Horse, whereon thou ridest, will, in spite of all thy Art, carry a Fairer Mane than Thou, and that which better becomes him. c-crq d vbz vdn, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 dc j cc j pc-acp vvi a-acp cs po21 n1; cc po21 n1, c-crq pns21 vv2, n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d po21 n1, vvb dt jc n1 cs pns21, cc cst r-crq av-jc vvz pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
62 If in these things there bee litle wisdome to be found, then give thy heart (as Solomon once did) to seek and search out all the works, that are done under Heaven, whither of Pleasure or Profit, or of whatsoever condition they be; If in these things there be little Wisdom to be found, then give thy heart (as Solomon once did) to seek and search out all the works, that Are done under Heaven, whither of Pleasure or Profit, or of whatsoever condition they be; cs p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, av vvb po21 n1 (c-acp np1 a-acp vdd) pc-acp vvi cc vvi av av-d dt n2, cst vbr vdn p-acp n1, q-crq pp-f n1 cc n1, cc pp-f r-crq n1 pns32 vbb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
63 and if thou canst finde true wisdome in the contrivance of any one of them, fix thy heart There: onely bee sure thou take not every thing for Gold that glisters; but first bring it to the Touch-stone, to prove whither it be true or not; and if thou Canst find true Wisdom in the contrivance of any one of them, fix thy heart There: only be sure thou take not every thing for Gold that glisters; but First bring it to the Touchstone, to prove whither it be true or not; cc cs pns21 vm2 vvi j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd pp-f pno32, vvb po21 n1 a-acp: av-j vbi j pns21 vvb xx d n1 p-acp n1 cst vvz; p-acp ord vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq pn31 vbb j cc xx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
64 and therein Salvian will direct thee in a few words to very good purpose. and therein Salvian will Direct thee in a few words to very good purpose. cc av np1 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt d n2 p-acp av j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
65 Sapientia in exitu, &c. VVisdome, saith he, is tried in the Conclusion; non in Pueritiâ, &c. not in Childhood, not in Youth, not in Prosperity; because, Quicquid in his laudatur, incertum est; Sapientia in exitu, etc. VVisdome, Says he, is tried in the Conclusion; non in Pueritiâ, etc. not in Childhood, not in Youth, not in Prosperity; Because, Quicquid in his laudatur, incertum est; fw-la p-acp fw-la, av n1, vvz pns31, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; pix p-acp fw-la, av xx p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1; p-acp, fw-la p-acp po31 fw-la, fw-la fw-la; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
66 a man knowes not what to make choice of in any one of these, as deserving well the praise of wisdome; there being in the First too much weaknesse, in the second too much Rashnes, in the Last too much Forgetfulnesse of God; in All too much Folly, and so, litle wisdome in the Best of them: a man knows not what to make choice of in any one of these, as deserving well the praise of Wisdom; there being in the First too much weakness, in the second too much Rashness, in the Last too much Forgetfulness of God; in All too much Folly, and so, little Wisdom in the Best of them: dt n1 vvz xx r-crq pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f p-acp d crd pp-f d, c-acp vvg av dt n1 pp-f n1; a-acp vbg p-acp dt ord av d n1, p-acp dt ord av d n1, p-acp dt vvb av d n1 pp-f np1; p-acp d av d n1, cc av, j n1 p-acp dt av-js pp-f pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
67 but in Exitu sapientia; true wisdome is to fix on That alone which will hold out to the End. but in Exitu sapientia; true Wisdom is to fix on That alone which will hold out to the End. cc-acp p-acp fw-la fw-la; j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp cst av-j r-crq vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
68 Consider then of whatsoever thy Heart desires, or thy Phansy projecteth; Consider then of whatsoever thy Heart Desires, or thy Fancy projecteth; vvb av pp-f r-crq po21 n1 n2, cc po21 n1 vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 20
69 whither it be wallowing in pleasures, or Tumbling in Gold, or Throwing down Others to rayse Thy selfe, or Building up thine own House upon other's Ruines, or the Enlarging of a Sonn's or Daughters portion by diminishing the Patrimony of Fatherlesse Children committed to thy trust, with any such like fashionable peeces of worldly wisdome; consider them all, whither it be wallowing in pleasures, or Tumbling in Gold, or Throwing down Others to raise Thy self, or Building up thine own House upon other's Ruins, or the Enlarging of a Son's or Daughters portion by diminishing the Patrimony of Fatherless Children committed to thy trust, with any such like fashionable Pieces of worldly Wisdom; Consider them all, c-crq pn31 vbb vvg p-acp n2, cc j-vvg p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vvi po21 n1, cc n1 a-acp po21 d n1 p-acp ng1-jn n2, cc dt vvg pp-f dt ng1 cc ng1 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f j n2 vvn p-acp po21 n1, p-acp d d j j n2 pp-f j n1; vvb pno32 d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 21
70 & seriously ask thine own soul, whither, in very deed or no, these things are like to stand thee in any stead on thy Death bed, when thy Conscience (whither thou like it or no) shall call thee to an account; & seriously ask thine own soul, whither, in very deed or no, these things Are like to stand thee in any stead on thy Death Bed, when thy Conscience (whither thou like it or not) shall call thee to an account; cc av-j vvi po21 d n1, c-crq, p-acp j n1 cc uh-dx, d n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d n1 p-acp po21 n1 n1, c-crq po21 n1 (c-crq pns21 av-j pn31 cc xx) vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 21
71 and thy Soul (whither thou wilt or not) must be resigned up to the Disposall of God, who gave it. and thy Soul (whither thou wilt or not) must be resigned up to the Disposal of God, who gave it. cc po21 n1 (c-crq pns21 vm2 cc xx) vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
72 If thou canst be sure, that these things (or any such like) will Then sticke close unto thee, not to Burthen, but to Ease and Comfort thee; If thou Canst be sure, that these things (or any such like) will Then stick close unto thee, not to Burden, but to Ease and Comfort thee; cs pns21 vm2 vbi j, cst d n2 (cc d d j) vmb av vvb av-j p-acp pno21, xx p-acp n1, p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 pno21; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
73 then rejoyce in thy youth, or feed on gold, or supplant, or doe whatsoever thy heart delighteth in; then rejoice in thy youth, or feed on gold, or supplant, or do whatsoever thy heart delights in; av vvb p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi, cc vdb r-crq po21 n1 vvz p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
74 goe which way thou wilt, thou art in a right way of wisdome; for commonly all is well that ends well. But if thou suspect, that these things will then fayle thee, go which Way thou wilt, thou art in a right Way of Wisdom; for commonly all is well that ends well. But if thou suspect, that these things will then fail thee, vvb r-crq n1 pns21 vm2, pns21 vb2r p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1; p-acp av-j d vbz av cst n2 av. cc-acp cs pns21 vvb, cst d n2 vmb av vvi pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
75 & insteed of Comfort be a Trouble to thee (as it is much to be feared they will doe so) then be perswaded to feare too, that there is some unprofitable Folly in them; & instead of Comfort be a Trouble to thee (as it is much to be feared they will do so) then be persuaded to Fear too, that there is Some unprofitable Folly in them; cc av pp-f vvb vbb dt vvb p-acp pno21 (c-acp pn31 vbz av-d p-acp vbb vvn pns32 vmb vdi av) av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av, cst pc-acp vbz d j n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
76 for doubtlesse whatsoever will not hold out to help bring us Home to our God in Heaven, the prosequution thereof can never be true wisdome in our Iourney while wee are on Earth. for doubtless whatsoever will not hold out to help bring us Home to our God in Heaven, the prosecution thereof can never be true Wisdom in our Journey while we Are on Earth. c-acp av-j r-crq vmb xx vvi av pc-acp vvi vvb pno12 av-an p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 av vmb av-x vbi j n1 p-acp po12 n1 cs pns12 vbr p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
77 We see then what that is, wherein true wisdome consisteth not, even all the VVaies and Projects of the world, which will not help us out in Exitu, when wee are to leave This World, We see then what that is, wherein true Wisdom Consisteth not, even all the VVaies and Projects of the world, which will not help us out in Exitu, when we Are to leave This World, pns12 vvb av q-crq d vbz, c-crq j n1 vvz xx, av d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi pno12 av p-acp fw-la, c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 23
78 and goe to Another; for that is the Touch-stone, wherewith to try them all, whither they be pure Gold or Drosse. and go to another; for that is the Touchstone, wherewith to try them all, whither they be pure Gold or Dross. cc vvi p-acp j-jn; p-acp d vbz dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi pno32 d, c-crq pns32 vbb j n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
79 It would now bee worth our enquiry, to finde out what that is, wherein true wisdome doth consist indeed; It would now be worth our enquiry, to find out what that is, wherein true Wisdom does consist indeed; pn31 vmd av vbi j po12 n1, pc-acp vvi av q-crq d vbz, c-crq j n1 vdz vvi av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
80 for nullo modo magis prodesse possum, (saith Seneca in his former Epistle ) there cannot be a more beneficiall imployment, for nullo modo magis Profits possum, (Says Senecca in his former Epistle) there cannot be a more beneficial employment, p-acp n1 fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, (vvz np1 p-acp po31 j n1) pc-acp vmbx vbi dt av-dc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
81 then to shew what is true wisdome, whereby we are differenced from all other visible Creatures, and come neere to the Creator, who is Wisdome it selfe: and for this purpose, then to show what is true Wisdom, whereby we Are differenced from all other visible Creatures, and come near to the Creator, who is Wisdom it self: and for this purpose, cs pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz j n1, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d j-jn j n2, cc vvb av-j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz n1 pn31 n1: cc p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
82 if thou wilt saith hee (leaving all those things, wherein other creatures doe excell thee) if thou wilt ad bonum reverti tuum, look home and fix thy thoughts on That, which is proper to thy selfe as being Man; then briefly it is, Animus purus ac emendatus, aemulator Dei: if thou wilt Says he (leaving all those things, wherein other creatures do excel thee) if thou wilt ad bonum reverti tuum, look home and fix thy thoughts on That, which is proper to thy self as being Man; then briefly it is, Animus purus ac emendatus, aemulator Dei: cs pns21 vm2 vvz pns31 (vvg d d n2, c-crq j-jn n2 vdb vvi pno21) cs pns21 vm2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvb av-an cc vvb po21 n2 p-acp cst, r-crq vbz j p-acp po21 n1 p-acp vbg n1; av av-j pn31 vbz, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
83 true Wisdome is, that with singlenesse of heart we strive to be, as far as it is possible to be, true Wisdom is, that with singleness of heart we strive to be, as Far as it is possible to be, j n1 vbz, cst p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi, c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
84 like unto the God of Wisdome. like unto the God of Wisdom. av-j p-acp dt np1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
85 And, what is required unto This, we may collect from the severall Particulars, wherin was expressed and made knowne that great wisdome of Solomon, that made him so famous. And, what is required unto This, we may collect from the several Particulars, wherein was expressed and made known that great Wisdom of Solomon, that made him so famous. cc, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n2-j, c-crq vbds vvn cc vvn vvn d j n1 pp-f np1, cst vvd pno31 av j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 26
86 Whither Solomon (as Abulensis proposeth the Query, and some have conceited of him) had the Wisdome or skill to finde out all the hidden treasures of the Earth, Whither Solomon (as Abulensis Proposeth the Query, and Some have conceited of him) had the Wisdom or skill to find out all the hidden treasures of the Earth, q-crq np1 (c-acp np1 vvz dt np1, cc d vhb vvn pp-f pno31) vhd dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av d dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
87 & became thereby so abundantly rich aboue other men, is a Question both groundlesse & impertinent to our present purpose; & became thereby so abundantly rich above other men, is a Question both groundless & impertinent to our present purpose; cc vvd av av av-j j p-acp j-jn n2, vbz dt vvb av-d j cc j p-acp po12 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
88 for we finde, that as many as came to heare the Wisdome of Solomon brought large gifts in their hands: for we find, that as many as Come to hear the Wisdom of Solomon brought large Gifts in their hands: c-acp pns12 vvb, cst p-acp d c-acp vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd j n2 p-acp po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
89 the Queen of Sheba Talents of gold, Spices in abundance, and pretious stones. v. 10. and all the rest brought, every man, his vessels of gold and silver, the Queen of Sheba Talents of gold, Spices in abundance, and precious stones. v. 10. and all the rest brought, every man, his vessels of gold and silver, dt n1 pp-f np1 n2 pp-f n1, n2 p-acp n1, cc j n2. n1 crd cc d dt n1 vvd, d n1, po31 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
90 & Garments, and Spices, with such like more; and of These a rate yeare by yeare. & Garments, and Spices, with such like more; and of These a rate year by year. cc n2, cc n2, p-acp d vvb av-dc; cc pp-f d dt n1 n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
91 v. 25. and so it should seem they were all rich enough before they sought to Solomon; & therefore 'tis unlikely they came with so much cost and paines to heare this enriching wisdome of him. v. 25. and so it should seem they were all rich enough before they sought to Solomon; & Therefore it's unlikely they Come with so much cost and pains to hear this enriching Wisdom of him. n1 crd cc av pn31 vmd vvi pns32 vbdr d j av-d p-acp pns32 vvd p-acp np1; cc av pn31|vbz j pns32 vvd p-acp av d vvb cc n2 pc-acp vvi d vvg n1 pp-f pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
92 But, had this been their ayme, yet were all this, litle or nothing to the saving Wisdome, that we are to seek for. But, had this been their aim, yet were all this, little or nothing to the Saving Wisdom, that we Are to seek for. p-acp, vhd d vbn po32 n1, av vbdr d d, j cc pix p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cst pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
93 Take then but a short view of those things, which are not far from my Text, and you shall see that Solomon was famous for his Wisdome in matters (as wee are to esteem them) of far greater worth and consequence: and these were especially foure. Take then but a short view of those things, which Are not Far from my Text, and you shall see that Solomon was famous for his Wisdom in matters (as we Are to esteem them) of Far greater worth and consequence: and these were especially foure. vvb av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vbr xx av-j p-acp po11 n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi cst np1 vbds j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2 (c-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pno32) pp-f av-j jc n1 cc n1: cc d vbdr av-j crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
94 1. His great variety of Songs and Proverbs, whereof Those were a thousand and five, and These three thousand. 1. Kings 4.32. 1. His great variety of Songs and Proverbs, whereof Those were a thousand and five, and These three thousand. 1. Kings 4.32. crd po31 j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, c-crq d vbdr dt crd cc crd, cc d crd crd. crd n2 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 28
95 and herein was seen his Inventing wisdome. and herein was seen his Inventing Wisdom. cc av vbds vvn po31 vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 28
96 2. His speeches concerning the nature of Beasts, and Foules, and Fishes, and Trees of all sorts without exception; 2. His Speeches Concerning the nature of Beasts, and Fowls, and Fish, and Trees of all sorts without exception; crd po31 n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 28
97 and therein was manifested his Discoursing wisdome: and for the fame of these things there came many to heare the wisdome, that was in him. v. 34. 3. His Answearing the Queen of Sheba to all her Questions; and therein was manifested his Discoursing Wisdom: and for the fame of these things there Come many to hear the Wisdom, that was in him. v. 34. 3. His Answering the Queen of Sheba to all her Questions; cc av vbds vvn po31 vvg n1: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 a-acp vvd d p-acp vvb dt n1, cst vbds p-acp pno31. n1 crd crd po31 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 29
98 which were Aenigmata, Riddles, Questions very hard to be resolved; such wherewith she came to proue Solomon, or try his sufficiency. 1. Kings, 10.1. to all which he gave her so full satisfaction, that there was not any thing hid from the King, which Hee told her not. which were Aenigmata, Riddles, Questions very hard to be resolved; such wherewith she Come to prove Solomon, or try his sufficiency. 1. Kings, 10.1. to all which he gave her so full satisfaction, that there was not any thing hid from the King, which He told her not. r-crq vbdr fw-la, n2, n2 av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn; d c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp vvb np1, cc vvi po31 n1. crd ng1, crd. p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvd pno31 av j n1, cst a-acp vbds xx d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd pno31 xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
99 v. 3. and shee thereupon was so much taken with admiration of him, that the Text saies, there was no more spirit in her. v. 3. and she thereupon was so much taken with admiration of him, that the Text Says, there was no more Spirit in her. n1 crd cc pns31 av vbds av av-d vvn p-acp n1 pp-f pno31, cst dt n1 vvz, a-acp vbds dx dc n1 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
100 v. 5. and this was his Resolving Wisdome ▪ a gift of satisfying all those who came with doubts unto him. v. 5. and this was his Resolving Wisdom ▪ a gift of satisfying all those who Come with doubts unto him. n1 crd cc d vbds po31 vvg n1 ▪ dt n1 pp-f vvg d d r-crq vvd p-acp n2 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
101 4. His admirable Deciding of the controversie betwixt the two Harlots. 4. His admirable Deciding of the controversy betwixt the two Harlots. crd po31 j vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt crd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 30
102 1. Kings 3. whereupon all Israel, as it is said in the Text, feared the King, when they saw that the wisdome of God was in him to doe judgement. 1. Kings 3. whereupon all Israel, as it is said in the Text, feared the King, when they saw that the Wisdom of God was in him to do judgement. crd np1 crd c-crq d np1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vvd dt n1, c-crq pns32 vvd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 30
103 v. 28. and this was his Rectifying and Ruling wisdome; a Wisdome to set in order those things, that were amisse, v. 28. and this was his Rectifying and Ruling Wisdom; a Wisdom to Set in order those things, that were amiss, n1 crd cc d vbds po31 vvg cc vvg n1; dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 d n2, cst vbdr av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 30
104 and so to rule & governe aright. and so to Rule & govern aright. cc av pc-acp vvi cc vvi av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 30
105 In the three former wee have Solomon's great Knowledge, in this latter his singular Integrity and uprightnesse of heart; in both his compleat wisdome; being wise to Know, and Wise to Doe: to Know every work that is done under the Sun; In the three former we have Solomon's great Knowledge, in this latter his singular Integrity and uprightness of heart; in both his complete Wisdom; being wise to Know, and Wise to Do: to Know every work that is done under the Sun; p-acp dt crd j pns12 vhb npg1 j n1, p-acp d d po31 j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; p-acp d po31 j n1; vbg j p-acp vvb, cc j p-acp vdb: p-acp vvb d n1 cst vbz vdn p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 31
106 for thereto hee gave his Heart. Eccles. 8.9. & of them all to Doe onely that, which is just and right; for thereto he gave his Heart. Eccles. 8.9. & of them all to Do only that, which is just and right; c-acp av pns31 vvd po31 n1. np1 crd. cc pp-f pno32 d p-acp vdb av-j cst, r-crq vbz j cc j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 31
107 for that hee professed to be his care when hee prayed for wisdome, 1. Kings, 3.9. So that now (if the example of Solomon, the wisest of all men upon Earth, may be our Patterne ) we need go no further to learne what true wisdome is; for that he professed to be his care when he prayed for Wisdom, 1. Kings, 3.9. So that now (if the Exampl of Solomon, the Wisest of all men upon Earth, may be our Pattern) we need go no further to Learn what true Wisdom is; c-acp cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1, crd ng1, crd. av cst av (cs dt n1 pp-f np1, dt js pp-f d n2 p-acp n1, vmb vbi po12 n1) pns12 vvb vvb av-dx av-jc pc-acp vvi r-crq j n1 vbz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 31
108 it being no other but That, which hitherto we have seen as a gift of God in Solomon, namely, a true understanding to see what wee are to doe, it being no other but That, which hitherto we have seen as a gift of God in Solomon, namely, a true understanding to see what we Are to do, pn31 vbg dx n-jn p-acp cst, r-crq av pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, av, dt j vvg pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vdi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 32
109 and a faithfull care to Doe what we see. and a faithful care to Do what we see. cc dt j n1 pc-acp vdi r-crq pns12 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 32
110 This was the wisdome, which Solomon prayed for & obtain'd of God, and that according to the counsell of David his Father; This was the Wisdom, which Solomon prayed for & obtained of God, and that according to the counsel of David his Father; d vbds dt n1, r-crq np1 vvd p-acp cc vvn pp-f np1, cc d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 32
111 who formerly had commended this Wisdome to him, as we may see, 1. Chron. 28. And thou Solomon, my Sonne, know thou the God of thy Father, who formerly had commended this Wisdom to him, as we may see, 1. Chronicles 28. And thou Solomon, my Son, know thou the God of thy Father, r-crq av-j vhd vvn d n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd cc pns21 np1, po11 n1, vvb pns21 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 32
112 and serve him with a perfect heart, v. 9. as if he had said, 'tis not likely thou shouldst ever serve God with a perfect heart, except thou Know him first; and serve him with a perfect heart, v. 9. as if he had said, it's not likely thou Shouldst ever serve God with a perfect heart, except thou Know him First; cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1, n1 crd c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pn31|vbz xx j pns21 vmd2 av vvb np1 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns21 vvb pno31 ord; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 32
113 therefore Know the God of thy Father; and 'twill bee to litle purpose to Know God, unlesse thou serve him too; Therefore Know the God of thy Father; and it'll be to little purpose to Know God, unless thou serve him too; av vvb dt np1 pp-f po21 n1; cc pn31|vmb vbi p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi np1, cs pns21 vvi pno31 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 33
114 therefore Know God and serve him. What David here commended, Solomon took care of; Therefore Know God and serve him. What David Here commended, Solomon took care of; av vvb np1 cc vvb pno31. q-crq np1 av vvn, np1 vvd n1 pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 33
115 the One pointed out the right Way to be truly Wise, and the Other accordingly walked in it: the One pointed out the right Way to be truly Wise, and the Other accordingly walked in it: dt crd vvn av dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi av-j j, cc dt j-jn av-vvg vvn p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 33
116 and so from the Counsell of David the Father, and the Effect of that Counsell in Solomon the Son, wee may see that True wisdome is (above all other things in the world) to Know the God whom we are to serve, and so from the Counsel of David the Father, and the Effect of that Counsel in Solomon the Son, we may see that True Wisdom is (above all other things in the world) to Know the God whom we Are to serve, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, cc dt vvb pp-f d n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi d j n1 vbz (p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1) pc-acp vvi dt n1 ro-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 33
117 and accordingly to serve the God whom we know. and accordingly to serve the God whom we know. cc av-vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 ro-crq pns12 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 33
118 Here I might enter on that usefull Common-place of Speculative and Practicall wisdome; of the Knowledge, that we are all to seek for, Here I might enter on that useful Commonplace of Speculative and Practical Wisdom; of the Knowledge, that we Are all to seek for, av pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d j n1 pp-f j cc j n1; pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vbr av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 34
119 and of the Practise that should answer this Knowledge, when we have it; and then I might shew in the former of them. and of the practice that should answer this Knowledge, when we have it; and then I might show in the former of them. cc pp-f dt n1 cst vmd vvi d n1, c-crq pns12 vhb pn31; cc cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt j pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 34
120 1. The Necessity of Knowledge, it being That especially, which differenceth Man from other Creatures and Wisemen from Fooles. 1. The Necessity of Knowledge, it being That especially, which differenceth Man from other Creatures and Wise men from Fools. crd dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbg cst av-j, r-crq vvz n1 p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 34
121 2. The right Object of Knowledge; and that is Every thing, which may help to bring us to the apprehension of God; 2. The right Object of Knowledge; and that is Every thing, which may help to bring us to the apprehension of God; crd dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1; cc d vbz d n1, r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 34
122 but especially God himselfe, who alone is the unquestionable proper Object of all true Knowledge. but especially God himself, who alone is the unquestionable proper Object of all true Knowledge. cc-acp av-j np1 px31, r-crq av-j vbz dt j j n1 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 35
123 3. The true End of Knowledge; and that is, not to set up our rest in fruitlesse thoughts and aery speculations, 3. The true End of Knowledge; and that is, not to Set up our rest in fruitless thoughts and aery speculations, crd dt j vvb pp-f n1; cc d vbz, xx pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n1 p-acp j n2 cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
124 but to Know that we may Doe; and this would bring in the consideration of our Practicall wisdome; the summe whereof Salvian giveth us in this short but full expression; but to Know that we may Do; and this would bring in the consideration of our Practical Wisdom; the sum whereof Salvian gives us in this short but full expression; cc-acp p-acp vvb cst pns12 vmb vdb; cc d vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1; dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz pno12 p-acp d j p-acp j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
125 sapientia Christiani est timor & amor Christi: sapientia Christians est timor & amor Christ: fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
126 the true wisdome of a Christian (saith he, speaking of that wisdome, which is Practicall ) is to feare and love Christ, whose name we beare. the true Wisdom of a Christian (Says he, speaking of that Wisdom, which is Practical) is to Fear and love christ, whose name we bear. dt j n1 pp-f dt njp (vvz pns31, vvg pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz j) vbz pc-acp vvi cc n1 np1, rg-crq n1 pns12 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
127 This again I might point out more distinctly by shewing in St Bernards methode the Beginning, the Progresse, and the Perfection of this Wisdome. This again I might point out more distinctly by showing in Saint Bernards method the Beginning, the Progress, and the Perfection of this Wisdom. np1 av pns11 vmd vvi av av-dc av-j p-acp vvg p-acp zz npg1 n1 dt vvg, dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 36
128 1. That the Beginning of it (as Solomon directeth us, Prov. 1.7. ) is the Feare of the Lord, for with That we must begin, if ever wee will bee wise; 1. That the Beginning of it (as Solomon directeth us, Curae 1.7.) is the fear of the Lord, for with That we must begin, if ever we will be wise; crd cst dt vvg pp-f pn31 (c-acp np1 vvz pno12, np1 crd.) vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp p-acp cst pns12 vmb vvi, cs av pns12 vmb vbi j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 36
129 and a good understanding have all they that doe thereafter, Psal. 111.10. and as many as lay not true Religion the Feare of the Lord for their Foundation, may bee sure they shall prove themselves very Fools in the conclusion. and a good understanding have all they that do thereafter, Psalm 111.10. and as many as lay not true Religion the fear of the Lord for their Foundation, may be sure they shall prove themselves very Fools in the conclusion. cc dt j n1 vhb d pns32 cst vdb av, np1 crd. cc c-acp d c-acp vvd xx j n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, vmb vbi j pns32 vmb vvi px32 j n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 36
130 2. That the Progresse or Continuation thereof is in Hope and Expectation to gird up the loynes of our minde and to hope to the end, as S. Peter doth put us in remembrance 1. Pet. 1.13. and so to run with patience the race that is set before us, as S. Paul doth encourage us. Heb. 12.1. 3 That the Perfection of it is Charity; which (according to the same Apostle, Col. 3.14. ) is the bond of all perfectnesse: 2. That the Progress or Continuation thereof is in Hope and Expectation to gird up the loins of our mind and to hope to the end, as S. Peter does put us in remembrance 1. Pet. 1.13. and so to run with patience the raze that is Set before us, as S. Paul does encourage us. Hebrew 12.1. 3 That the Perfection of it is Charity; which (according to the same Apostle, Col. 3.14.) is the bound of all perfectness: crd cst dt n1 cc n1 av vbz p-acp vvb cc n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp np1 np1 vdz vvi pno12 p-acp n1 crd np1 crd. cc av p-acp vvb p-acp n1 dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp np1 np1 vdz vvi pno12. np1 crd. crd d dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz n1; r-crq (vvg p-acp dt d n1, np1 crd.) vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 37
131 a true Charity unto Men, who beare in them the same Image of God with us, a true Charity unto Men, who bear in them the same Image of God with us, dt j n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vvb p-acp pno32 dt d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 37
132 and that for the testifying of our true Love unto God himselfe, whose Image both They and We doe beare: and that for the testifying of our true Love unto God himself, whose Image both They and We do bear: cc cst p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 j vvb p-acp np1 px31, r-crq n1 d pns32 cc pns12 vdb vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 38
133 and doubtlesse that Practise, which begins with Gods feare, and goeth on with Hope and confidence in him, reaching full home to a true love of God and Man, even That is a perfect Practise, and a true Practicall wisdome, if there bee any that is true. and doubtless that practice, which begins with God's Fear, and Goes on with Hope and confidence in him, reaching full home to a true love of God and Man, even That is a perfect Practise, and a true Practical Wisdom, if there be any that is true. cc av-j d n1, r-crq vvz p-acp ng1 n1, cc vvz a-acp p-acp vvb cc n1 p-acp pno31, vvg j av-an p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc n1, j cst vbz dt j vvi, cc dt j j n1, cs pc-acp vbb d cst vbz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 38
134 The End and Crowne of which Wisdome is the full fruition at last of the Presence of that God, whom here by our wisdome we have seen darkly, through a glasse, The End and Crown of which Wisdom is the full fruition At last of the Presence of that God, whom Here by our Wisdom we have seen darkly, through a glass, dt vvb cc vvb pp-f r-crq n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp ord pp-f dt n1 pp-f d np1, r-crq av p-acp po12 n1 pns12 vhb vvn av-j, p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 38
135 and knowne in part, but hereafter (as the perfection of our Wisdome) wee shall see him face to face, and know him as we are knowne. 1. Cor. 13.12. Of this Speculative wisdome in the necessity, right Object, and true End thereof; and known in part, but hereafter (as the perfection of our Wisdom) we shall see him face to face, and know him as we Are known. 1. Cor. 13.12. Of this Speculative Wisdom in the necessity, right Object, and true End thereof; cc vvn p-acp n1, p-acp av (c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1) pns12 vmb vvi pno31 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb pno31 c-acp pns12 vbr vvn. crd np1 crd. pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n1, j-jn n1, cc j vvb av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 39
136 and of this Practicall in the Beginning, Progresse, Perfection, and Crowne of it, J might well speake more as of Mans truest wisdome and happinesse; and of this Practical in the Beginning, Progress, Perfection, and Crown of it, J might well speak more as of men Truest Wisdom and happiness; cc pp-f d j p-acp dt vvg, n1, n1, cc vvb pp-f pn31, pns11 vmd av vvi av-dc c-acp pp-f ng1 js n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 39
137 but of this subject I have here spoken more at large heretofore upon another Text: and of the necessity of joyning them both (viz. Speculation and Practice ) together, I shall have occasion to speake something againe in the 2. Generall, where wee are to be put in minde of seeking them both. but of this Subject I have Here spoken more At large heretofore upon Another Text: and of the necessity of joining them both (viz. Speculation and Practice) together, I shall have occasion to speak something again in the 2. General, where we Are to be put in mind of seeking them both. cc-acp pp-f d n-jn pns11 vhb av vvn av-dc p-acp j av p-acp j-jn n1: cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvg pno32 d (n1 n1 cc n1) av, pns11 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pi av p-acp dt crd n1, c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f vvg pno32 d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 40
138 Jn the meane time, that we may know of whom to obtaine, when we seeke them, it will bee requisite that in the next place we take notice, whose Gift they are and that is, Gods alone; which is the next Particular of the Text. viz. Whence Solomon had his great wisdome even from God himselfe. For all sought to heare his wisdome, not which he had framed of his own Phansie, John the mean time, that we may know of whom to obtain, when we seek them, it will be requisite that in the next place we take notice, whose Gift they Are and that is, God's alone; which is the next Particular of the Text. viz. Whence Solomon had his great Wisdom even from God himself. For all sought to hear his Wisdom, not which he had framed of his own Fancy, p-acp dt j n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pp-f r-crq pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns12 vvb pno32, pn31 vmb vbi j cst p-acp dt ord n1 pns12 vvb n1, rg-crq n1 pns32 vbr cc cst vbz, n2 av-j; r-crq vbz dt ord j-jn pp-f dt np1 n1 q-crq np1 vhd po31 j n1 av p-acp np1 px31. p-acp d vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n1, xx r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pp-f po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 40
139 but which God had put in his heart. Which God had put in his heart. but which God had put in his heart. Which God had put in his heart. cc-acp r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1. r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 40
140 And who is hee, that can put true wisdome into the heart of Man, but God who alone is truly wise? Jf any one of you lacke wisdome, saith S. James, let him aske it of God. James 1.5. And who is he, that can put true Wisdom into the heart of Man, but God who alone is truly wise? If any one of you lack Wisdom, Says S. James, let him ask it of God. James 1.5. cc r-crq vbz pns31, cst vmb vvi j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp np1 r-crq av-j vbz av-j j? cs d crd pp-f pn22 vvb n1, vvz n1 np1, vvb pno31 vvi pn31 pp-f np1. np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 41
141 Where the Apostle doth clearely intimate, not only with what confidence wee may aske and hope for Wisdome, when we aske it of Him; but also how litle hope there is to obtaine, Where the Apostle does clearly intimate, not only with what confidence we may ask and hope for Wisdom, when we ask it of Him; but also how little hope there is to obtain, c-crq dt n1 vdz av-j vvi, xx av-j p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vmb vvi cc vvb p-acp n1, c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 pp-f pno31; p-acp av c-crq j n1 pc-acp vbz pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 41
142 when we aske it of any Other but of Him alone. when we ask it of any Other but of Him alone. c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 pp-f d j-jn cc-acp pp-f pno31 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 41
143 If it bee Speculative Wisdome, which consisteth in Knowing the right, it is God alone that gives it; If it be Speculative Wisdom, which Consisteth in Knowing the right, it is God alone that gives it; cs pn31 vbb j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp vvg dt n-jn, pn31 vbz np1 av-j cst vvz pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 41
144 for 'tis He (and only He) that teacheth man knowledge. Psal. 94.10. and his spirit is therefore called the spirit of Knowledge. Isai. 11.2. for it's He (and only He) that Teaches man knowledge. Psalm 94.10. and his Spirit is Therefore called the Spirit of Knowledge. Isaiah 11.2. p-acp pn31|vbz pns31 (cc av-j pns31) d vvz n1 n1. np1 crd. cc po31 n1 vbz av vvn dt n1 pp-f n1. np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 42
145 Or, if it be Practicall Wisdome, which is the Doing of what we know; even That is the Gift of God alone too. Or, if it be Practical Wisdom, which is the Doing of what we know; even That is the Gift of God alone too. cc, cs pn31 vbb j n1, r-crq vbz dt vdg pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb; av cst vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
146 1. The Beginning of it, which is the Feare of God, is from none but Himselfe. 1. The Beginning of it, which is the fear of God, is from none but Himself. crd dt vvg pp-f pn31, r-crq vbz dt vvb pp-f np1, vbz p-acp pix cc-acp px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 42
147 I (saith the Lord) will put my Feare in their hearts. Ierem. 32.40. And doubtlesse if He never put it there, wee shall there never finde it. I (Says the Lord) will put my fear in their hearts. Jeremiah 32.40. And doubtless if He never put it there, we shall there never find it. pns11 (vvz dt n1) vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp po32 n2. np1 crd. cc av-j cs pns31 av-x vvd pn31 a-acp, pns12 vmb a-acp av vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 42
148 2. The Progresse or Continuation of it, which is Hope and Trust in God, even This also is from Him alone. 2. The Progress or Continuation of it, which is Hope and Trust in God, even This also is from Him alone. crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbz vvb cc vvb p-acp np1, av d av vbz p-acp pno31 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 43
149 The God of Hope (saith the Apostle) Fill you with Joy and Peace in beleeving that you may abound in hope. Rom. 15.13. And surely if He doe not fill us with Ioy and Peace, wee shall be altogether empty and hopelesse. The God of Hope (Says the Apostle) Fill you with Joy and Peace in believing that you may abound in hope. Rom. 15.13. And surely if He do not fill us with Joy and Peace, we shall be altogether empty and hopeless. dt n1 pp-f n1 (vvz dt n1) vvb pn22 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1. np1 crd. cc av-j cs pns31 vdb xx vvi pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1, pns12 vmb vbi av j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 43
150 3 Lastly the Perfection of this Wisdome, which is the true Love of God and Man, even This too is only from the God of love; 3 Lastly the Perfection of this Wisdom, which is the true Love of God and Man, even This too is only from the God of love; crd ord dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc n1, av d av vbz av-j p-acp dt np1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 43
151 it being the fruit of his spirit, Galat. 5.22. it being the fruit of his Spirit, Galatians 5.22. pn31 vbg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 43
152 And questionlesse did not this Spirit of God incline our hearts to love God for his Own sake, And questionless did not this Spirit of God incline our hearts to love God for his Own sake, cc j vdd xx d n1 pp-f np1 vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 43
153 and Men for His, wee should quickly have litle true Affection either to Man or God; but rather indeed whatsoever God and good Men hate, that should we love. and Men for His, we should quickly have little true Affection either to Man or God; but rather indeed whatsoever God and good Men hate, that should we love. cc n2 p-acp po31, pns12 vmd av-j vhi j j n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc np1; p-acp av-c av r-crq np1 cc j n2 vvb, cst vmd pns12 vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 44
154 Whither it be then Speculative or Practicall, a Knowing or Doing Wisdome, it is what God alone that gives it: Whither it be then Speculative or Practical, a Knowing or Doing Wisdom, it is what God alone that gives it: c-crq pn31 vbb av j cc j, dt vvg cc vdg n1, pn31 vbz r-crq np1 av-j cst vvz pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 44
155 without Whom, if once we undertake of our selves to be wise, we shall prove in the conclusion as very Fooles, without Whom, if once we undertake of our selves to be wise, we shall prove in the conclusion as very Fools, p-acp r-crq, cs a-acp pns12 vvi pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vbi j, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 c-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 44
156 as did that Father and Son (which Bonaventure out of S. Hierom, speakes of) who fondly went about to empt the Sea with a litle spoone; as did that Father and Son (which Bonaventure out of S. Hieronymus, speaks of) who fondly went about to empt the Sea with a little spoon; c-acp vdd d n1 cc n1 (r-crq np1 av pp-f n1 np1, vvz pp-f) q-crq av-j vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 44
157 which 'tis like they might as easily have done, as we can of our selves alone sound the Depth of wisdome without God, who gives it; which it's like they might as Easily have done, as we can of our selves alone found the Depth of Wisdom without God, who gives it; q-crq pn31|vbz j pns32 vmd p-acp av-j vhi vdn, c-acp pns12 vmb pp-f po12 n2 av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvz pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 45
158 the One as likely and easie to bee done as is the Other. the One as likely and easy to be done as is the Other. dt crd p-acp j cc j pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp vbz dt j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 45
159 Now if you will know what becomes of Men, when here they adventure to leave God and to goe without him, Now if you will know what becomes of Men, when Here they adventure to leave God and to go without him, av cs pn22 vmb vvi r-crq vvz pp-f n2, c-crq av pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi np1 cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 45
160 then Solomon (who found it by experience) will tell you. Eccles. 7.29. namely that God, for his part, hath made man upright, but they have found out many Inventions; then Solomon (who found it by experience) will tell you. Eccles. 7.29. namely that God, for his part, hath made man upright, but they have found out many Inventions; av np1 (r-crq vvd pn31 p-acp n1) vmb vvi pn22. np1 crd. av cst np1, p-acp po31 n1, vhz vvn n1 av-j, cc-acp pns32 vhb vvn av d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 45
161 and that is by leaving God, who made them upright: and that is by leaving God, who made them upright: cc d vbz p-acp vvg np1, r-crq vvd pno32 av-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 45
162 and here to shew you the manifold Inventions, which men by leaving God in their Wisdome, doe unhappily finde out and run into, were to lead you with my selfe into a Labyrinth of many crooked waies and hardly finde a way to get out againe. and Here to show you the manifold Inventions, which men by leaving God in their Wisdom, do unhappily find out and run into, were to led you with my self into a Labyrinth of many crooked ways and hardly find a Way to get out again. cc av pc-acp vvi pn22 dt j n2, r-crq n2 p-acp vvg np1 p-acp po32 n1, vdb av-j vvi av cc vvi p-acp, vbdr pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc av vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi av av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 46
163 The Philosophers of Old, and the Schoolmen of latter times will abundantly shew us, what Jnventions there may be in the speculative part of Wisdomes; The Philosophers of Old, and the Schoolmen of latter times will abundantly show us, what Jnventions there may be in the speculative part of Wisdoms; dt n2 pp-f j, cc dt n2 pp-f d n2 vmb av-j vvi pno12, r-crq n2 a-acp vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 46
164 Both of them, I confesse, in their kind laborious and excellent too for many Rules & Precepts wel deserving the studious inquiry of the soundest Christian: Both of them, I confess, in their kind laborious and excellent too for many Rules & Precepts well deserving the studious inquiry of the soundest Christian: d pp-f pno32, pns11 vvb, p-acp po32 j j cc j av p-acp d vvz cc n2 av vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt js np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 46
165 but, wee know, the best unwinnowed Wheat is mixed with Chaffe, and Hereof there hath been found so much in Theirs, that (if the frustrating, but, we know, the best unwinnowed Wheat is mixed with Chaff, and Hereof there hath been found so much in Theirs, that (if the frustrating, p-acp, pns12 vvb, dt js j-vvn n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc av a-acp vhz vbn vvn av av-d p-acp png32, cst (cs dt vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 47
166 or at leastwise the hazarding of many good Endeavours be not dissembled) there is need of a strong breath to blow it away. or At leastwise the hazarding of many good Endeavours be not dissembled) there is need of a strong breath to blow it away. cc p-acp av dt vvg pp-f d j n2 vbb xx vvn) pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 47
167 the groundlesse Dreames, and Fictions of the One, and the curious perplexing Niceties of the Other having so far molested their Readers & diverted their intentive thoughts from the Truth, which they look't for, that it is now one part of a Wise man indeed to discern aright between the Wheat, and the Chaffe; the Streame and the Froth; the Rules of wisdome, which they pretend to give, the groundless Dreams, and Fictions of the One, and the curious perplexing Niceties of the Other having so Far molested their Readers & diverted their intentive thoughts from the Truth, which they looked for, that it is now one part of a Wise man indeed to discern aright between the Wheat, and the Chaff; the Stream and the Froth; the Rules of Wisdom, which they pretend to give, dt j n2, cc n2 pp-f dt crd, cc dt j vvg n2 pp-f dt j-jn vhg av av-j vvn po32 n2 cc vvn po32 j n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns32 vvb|pn31 c-acp, cst pn31 vbz av crd n1 pp-f dt j n1 av p-acp vvb av p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1; dt vvb cc dt vvb; dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
168 and the fruitlesse Inventions which they have put us upon. and the fruitless Inventions which they have put us upon. cc dt j n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn pno12 p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
169 So that notwithstanding in many things they have done the World very good service (as indeed they have) yet in This respect wee may say of them (as Elibu did once of Job) that they haue opened their mouth in vaine, and multiplied words without knowledge, or (which is all one) they have magnified themselves in a great deale of speculative knowledge to very litle purpose; So that notwithstanding in many things they have done the World very good service (as indeed they have) yet in This respect we may say of them (as Elihu did once of Job) that they have opened their Mouth in vain, and multiplied words without knowledge, or (which is all one) they have magnified themselves in a great deal of speculative knowledge to very little purpose; av cst a-acp p-acp d n2 pns32 vhb vdn dt n1 av j n1 (c-acp av pns32 vhb) av p-acp d vvb pns12 vmb vvi pp-f pno32 (c-acp np1 vdd a-acp pp-f n1) cst pns32 vhb vvn po32 n1 p-acp j, cc vvn n2 p-acp n1, cc (r-crq vbz d pi) pns32 vhb vvn px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp av j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 49
170 & all because, trusting to the perfection of their own wit & Iudgement, they ran, without God, into many Inventions of their Own: and doubtlesse did not we sometimes after Their example gather up Drosse for Gold and fill our thoughts with Aery speculatives of very litle consequence (as too often we doe) we should many of us be wiser than we are; & all Because, trusting to the perfection of their own wit & Judgement, they ran, without God, into many Inventions of their Own: and doubtless did not we sometime After Their Exampl gather up Dross for Gold and fill our thoughts with Aery speculatives of very little consequence (as too often we do) we should many of us be Wiser than we Are; cc d c-acp, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d vvi cc n1, pns32 vvd, p-acp np1, p-acp d n2 pp-f po32 d: cc av-j vdd xx pns12 av p-acp po32 n1 vvb a-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp j n2-j pp-f av j n1 (c-acp av av pns12 vdb) pns12 vmd d pp-f pno12 vbi jc cs pns12 vbr; (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 49
171 and it would be well wee did remember, that in this regard wee are wise but in our Own conceits; for then Solomon would impartially tell us. Prov. 26.12. and it would be well we did Remember, that in this regard we Are wise but in our Own conceits; for then Solomon would impartially tell us. Curae 26.12. cc pn31 vmd vbi av pns12 vdd vvi, cst p-acp d vvb pns12 vbr j cc-acp p-acp po12 d n2; p-acp av np1 vmd av-j vvi pno12. np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 49
172 that there is more hope of Fools than of such wise men that there is more hope of Fools than of such wise men cst a-acp vbz dc n1 pp-f n2 cs pp-f d j n2 (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 50
173 Should I now shew you the Inventive wisdome of Men (without God) in that part, which is Practicall, I might then tell you of the Rich man in the Gospell; Should I now show you the Inventive Wisdom of Men (without God) in that part, which is Practical, I might then tell you of the Rich man in the Gospel; vmd pns11 av vvb pn22 dt j n1 pp-f n2 (p-acp np1) p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz j, pns11 vmd av vvi pn22 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 50
174 who, considering long with himself what he should doe, had found out a way at last (by enlarging his Barnes) to be merry for Many yeares; who, considering long with himself what he should do, had found out a Way At last (by enlarging his Barns) to be merry for Many Years; r-crq, vvg av-j p-acp px31 r-crq pns31 vmd vdi, vhd vvn av dt n1 p-acp ord (p-acp vvg po31 n2) pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 50
175 and that was a dainty plot and a point of good wisdome indeed, if it had not fayl'd him; and that was a dainty plot and a point of good Wisdom indeed, if it had not failed him; cc cst vbds dt j n1 cc dt n1 pp-f j n1 av, cs pn31 vhd xx vvd pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 50
176 but we finde in the Text that he was called Foole for his labour; but we find in the Text that he was called Fool for his labour; cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vbds vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 50
177 and he got so litle by that Invention, that in the very first night, which came over his head, he lost his Soule, Luk. 12.20. and he god so little by that Invention, that in the very First night, which Come over his head, he lost his Soul, Luk. 12.20. cc pns31 vvd av j p-acp d n1, cst p-acp dt av ord n1, r-crq vvd p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd po31 n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
178 Or, I might tell you of Achitophel and Iudas, two great Polititians in their severall times; Or, I might tell you of Ahithophel and Iudas, two great Politicians in their several times; cc, pns11 vmd vvi pn22 pp-f np1 cc np1, crd j ng1 p-acp po32 j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
179 the One to betray his Soveraigne David the King, the Other his Master Christ the Redeemer of Israel; and therein 'tis likely they supposed themselves the wisest of all their company. the One to betray his Sovereign David the King, the Other his Master christ the Redeemer of Israel; and therein it's likely they supposed themselves the Wisest of all their company. dt crd pc-acp vvi po31 j-jn np1 dt n1, dt j-jn po31 n1 np1 dt n1 pp-f np1; cc av pn31|vbz j pns32 vvd px32 dt js pp-f d po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
180 But this was a new Invention of their own, wherein God was not with them; and, to prove the goodnesse thereof, God suffred the Divell to adde one Invention more, But this was a new Invention of their own, wherein God was not with them; and, to prove the Goodness thereof, God suffered the devil to add one Invention more, p-acp d vbds dt j n1 pp-f po32 d, c-crq np1 vbds xx p-acp pno32; cc, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, np1 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi crd n1 av-dc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 51
181 and that was, to finde out a way, the One to set his house in Order, the Other to restore the price of blood, & Both to hang themselves; and that was, to find out a Way, the One to Set his house in Order, the Other to restore the price of blood, & Both to hang themselves; cc cst vbds, p-acp vvb av dt n1, dt crd pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, dt j-jn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d pc-acp vvi px32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
182 whih was at once the Sun and Conclusion of all their wisdome. Such commonly is the wisdome of those men, who study Themselves; and such for the most part are all those Inventions, which never came from God, That alone being true wisdome which we are taught of Him; and whatsoever He teacheth us, we need not doubt of the truth thereof; whih was At once the Sun and Conclusion of all their Wisdom. Such commonly is the Wisdom of those men, who study Themselves; and such for the most part Are all those Inventions, which never Come from God, That alone being true Wisdom which we Are taught of Him; and whatsoever He Teaches us, we need not doubt of the truth thereof; av vbds p-acp a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po32 n1. d av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq n1 px32; cc d p-acp dt av-ds n1 vbr d d n2, r-crq av-x vvd p-acp np1, cst j vbg j n1 r-crq pns12 vbr vvn pp-f pno31; cc r-crq pns31 vvz pno12, pns12 vvb xx n1 pp-f dt n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
183 and happy are they whom God shall please to teach. and happy Are they whom God shall please to teach. cc j vbr pns32 r-crq np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 53
184 But now as it is with the Word of God, which is the Rule, whereby we are taught all true wisdome: so is it also with our wisdome, which we are taught thereby. But now as it is with the Word of God, which is the Rule, whereby we Are taught all true Wisdom: so is it also with our Wisdom, which we Are taught thereby. p-acp av c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt vvi, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn d j n1: av vbz pn31 av p-acp po12 n1, r-crq pns12 vbr vvn av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 53
185 That, namely the Word of God, sometimes enters in at the One eare and passeth out at the Other, making no stay at all, That, namely the Word of God, sometime enters in At the One ear and passes out At the Other, making no stay At all, cst, av dt n1 pp-f np1, av vvz p-acp p-acp dt crd n1 cc vvz av p-acp dt j-jn, vvg dx n1 p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 53
186 because it never had any good entertainment in the Affections within: and This, namely our Wisdome, is no sooner gotten but as readily sometimes lost againe, Because it never had any good entertainment in the Affections within: and This, namely our Wisdom, is no sooner got but as readily sometime lost again, c-acp pn31 av-x vhd d j n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp: cc d, av po12 n1, vbz av-dx av-c vvn cc-acp c-acp av-j av vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 53
187 because it was never There treasured up where it should be kept; Because it was never There treasured up where it should be kept; c-acp pn31 vbds av-x a-acp vvn a-acp c-crq pn31 vmd vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 53
188 and where That is to be done, is (next unto the Getting of it) the most considerable point in our wisdome. The Text referreth us for this purpose unto the Heart of Man; and where That is to be done, is (next unto the Getting of it) the most considerable point in our Wisdom. The Text Refers us for this purpose unto the Heart of Man; cc q-crq cst vbz pc-acp vbi vdn, vbz (ord p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31) dt av-ds j n1 p-acp po12 n1. dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 54
189 for tis said here that the wisdome, which made Solomon so famous, was that which God had put in his Heart, and There Hee laid it up and kept it. for this said Here that the Wisdom, which made Solomon so famous, was that which God had put in his Heart, and There He laid it up and kept it. p-acp pn31|vbz vvn av cst dt n1, r-crq vvd np1 av j, vbds d r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc a-acp pns31 vvd pn31 a-acp cc vvd pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 54
190 Which God had put into his Heart. Which God had put into his Heart. r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 54
191 (that is, which he had fully possest his understanding with, and whereunto he had also inclined his Will and Affections to lay hold on, and delight in it; (that is, which he had Fully possessed his understanding with, and whereunto he had also inclined his Will and Affections to lay hold on, and delight in it; (cst vbz, r-crq pns31 vhd av-j vvn po31 n1 p-acp, cc c-crq pns31 vhd av vvn po31 vmb cc n2 pc-acp vvi vvi a-acp, cc vvi p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 54
192 for That is indeed to have Wisdome in the Heart, even throughly to Know and heartily to Imbrace and Love it: for That is indeed to have Wisdom in the Heart, even thoroughly to Know and heartily to Embrace and Love it: c-acp cst vbz av pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, av av-j p-acp vvb cc av-j p-acp vvb cc vvb pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 55
193 and doubtlesse, if ever we think to keep and use this gift with Content to our selves or benefit to others, we must There, in the Heart, treasure up the wisdome, which God doth give unto us. and doubtless, if ever we think to keep and use this gift with Content to our selves or benefit to Others, we must There, in the Heart, treasure up the Wisdom, which God does give unto us. cc av-j, cs av pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 p-acp j p-acp po12 n2 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn, pns12 vmb pc-acp, p-acp dt n1, n1 a-acp dt n1, r-crq np1 vdz vvi p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 55
194 Wherefore, when Solomon perswadeth his Son (that is every obedient Learner) to receive instruction, hee bids him to give him his Heart too. Prov. 23.26. to devote his Affections unto wisdome, and to set his best Love upon it; Wherefore, when Solomon Persuadeth his Son (that is every obedient Learner) to receive instruction, he bids him to give him his Heart too. Curae 23.26. to devote his Affections unto Wisdom, and to Set his best Love upon it; q-crq, c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 (cst vbz d j n1) pc-acp vvi n1, pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 po31 n1 av. np1 crd. pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 js vvb p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 55
195 which we must doe, if ever we will be truly wise or True in Heart: for of this Duty there is a double necessitie; which we must do, if ever we will be truly wise or True in Heart: for of this Duty there is a double necessity; r-crq pns12 vmb vdi, cs av pns12 vmb vbi av-j j cc j p-acp n1: p-acp pp-f d n1 a-acp vbz dt j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 56
196 the One in respect of the wisdome, which wee desire to have, and the Other in regard of our Heart, wherein we are to keep it. the One in respect of the Wisdom, which we desire to have, and the Other in regard of our Heart, wherein we Are to keep it. dt crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi, cc dt j-jn p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 56
197 In respect of our Wisdome this Duty of Applying the Heart is needfull; In respect of our Wisdom this Duty of Applying the Heart is needful; p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1 d n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 vbz j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 56
198 both to the getting of our wisdome, and also to the Perfection of it, when we have gotten it. both to the getting of our Wisdom, and also to the Perfection of it, when we have got it. d p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq pns12 vhb vvn pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 56
199 Needfull it is to the Getting of our wisdome, because, without Applying the Heart, we may daily receive Instructions of wisdome, and yet never be truly wise: Needful it is to the Getting of our Wisdom, Because, without Applying the Heart, we may daily receive Instructions of Wisdom, and yet never be truly wise: j pn31 vbz p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1, c-acp, p-acp vvg dt n1, pns12 vmb av-j vvi n2 pp-f n1, cc av av-x vbi av-j j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 56
200 and therefore Solomon commends this for the right way to find out the knowledge of God. and Therefore Solomon commends this for the right Way to find out the knowledge of God. cc av np1 vvz d p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 57
201 If thou wilt, saith he, receive my words and incline thy Eare, and apply thy Heart to understand, If thou wilt, Says he, receive my words and incline thy Ear, and apply thy Heart to understand, cs pns21 vm2, vvz pns31, vvb po11 n2 cc vvi po21 n1, cc vvb po21 n1 pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 57
202 then shalt thou finde out the knowledge of God. Prov. 2.2.5. The Receiving of words & the inclining of the eare are meanes of singular consequence; then shalt thou find out the knowledge of God. Curae 2.2.5. The Receiving of words & the inclining of the ear Are means of singular consequence; av vm2 pns21 vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 crd. dt vvg pp-f n2 cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vbr n2 pp-f j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 57
203 yet to finde out the Knowledge of God (which is the summe of all true wisdome ) they are to very litle purpose of themselves alone without Applying the Heart thereunto: yet to find out the Knowledge of God (which is the sum of all true Wisdom) they Are to very little purpose of themselves alone without Applying the Heart thereunto: av pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1) pns32 vbr p-acp av j n1 pp-f px32 j p-acp vvg dt n1 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 57
204 but with This we may finde out and bring to passe any thing, that wee are capable of; but with This we may find out and bring to pass any thing, that we Are capable of; cc-acp p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi av cc vvi p-acp vvb d n1, cst pns12 vbr j pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 58
205 as we may see in the example of Solomon, who confesseth to our Instruction that when hee Applied his Heart to know wisdome, hee then beheld all the work of God. Ecc. 8.16. and till then 'twas not possible that ever hee should behold it. as we may see in the Exampl of Solomon, who Confesses to our Instruction that when he Applied his Heart to know Wisdom, he then beheld all the work of God. ecc 8.16. and till then 'twas not possible that ever he should behold it. c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz p-acp po12 n1 cst c-crq pns31 vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1, pns31 av vvd d dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 crd. cc p-acp av pn31|vbds xx j cst av pns31 vmd vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 58
206 Againe, this applying of the Heart is needfull (as to the getting so) to the Perfection of our Wisdome when we have gotten it; Again, this applying of the Heart is needful (as to the getting so) to the Perfection of our Wisdom when we have got it; av, d vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz j (c-acp p-acp dt vvg av) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 c-crq pns12 vhb vvn pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 58
207 the best of our wisdome (if not setled in the Heart ) being no better than the Foolishnesse of Fools, which is very Folly, Prov. 14.24. the best of our Wisdom (if not settled in the Heart) being no better than the Foolishness of Fools, which is very Folly, Curae 14.24. dt js pp-f po12 n1 (cs xx vvn p-acp dt n1) vbg av-dx jc cs dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz av n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 58
208 For be it a Speculative, or Knowing wisdome, which we have obtained and boast of as of our glory; For be it a Speculative, or Knowing Wisdom, which we have obtained and boast of as of our glory; p-acp vbi pn31 av j, cc vvg n1, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn cc n1 pp-f a-acp pp-f po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 59
209 if it be not fixed in the Heart but rest in the Tongue, it is a Ʋerball science, a very Froth of Wit and nothing else. if it be not fixed in the Heart but rest in the Tongue, it is a Ʋerball science, a very Froth of Wit and nothing Else. cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt j vvb pp-f n1 cc pix av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 59
210 Or, be it a Practicall or Doing wisdome, which we have got the plot of and stand upon as our greatest Policy; Or, be it a Practical or Doing Wisdom, which we have god the plot of and stand upon as our greatest Policy; cc, vbb pn31 dt j cc vdg n1, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f cc vvi p-acp p-acp po12 js n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 59
211 if this too be not setled in the Heart, but onely appeare in outward shewes, it is but a Forme of godlinesse without the Power thereof, a meer Hypocrisie. Both Knowledge and Practise, if they reach not to the Heart, are but as seed that is cast on the Face of the Earth, which the Foules of the Aire will soon steal away, if this too be not settled in the Heart, but only appear in outward shows, it is but a Form of godliness without the Power thereof, a mere Hypocrisy. Both Knowledge and practice, if they reach not to the Heart, Are but as seed that is cast on the Face of the Earth, which the Fowls of the Air will soon steal away, cs d av vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp av-j vvi p-acp j vvz, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 av, dt j n1. d n1 cc n1, cs pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, vbr p-acp c-acp n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb av vvi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 60
212 and leave the Husbandman in a vaine expectation of an harvest, that wil never come. and leave the Husbandman in a vain expectation of an harvest, that will never come. cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vmb av-x vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 60
213 Wherefore the Prophet Hosea warneth us to Break up the ground of our Hearts; to lay open our Hearts as wide, Wherefore the Prophet Hosea warneth us to Break up the ground of our Hearts; to lay open our Hearts as wide, c-crq dt n1 np1 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; p-acp vvb j po12 n2 c-acp av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 60
214 as we can, for the receiving of Wisdome, that so the Instructions thereof may sink Downe and take root in the Depth, and thence spring forth and become fruitfull and acceptable at the last. as we can, for the receiving of Wisdom, that so the Instructions thereof may sink Down and take root in the Depth, and thence spring forth and become fruitful and acceptable At the last. c-acp pns12 vmb, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, cst av dt n2 av vmb vvi a-acp cc vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av vvb av cc vvi j cc j p-acp dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 60
215 In respect then both of the Getting and also of the Perfection of our wisdome, this Applying of the Heart is a Duty of needfull consequence. In respect then both of the Getting and also of the Perfection of our Wisdom, this Applying of the Heart is a Duty of needful consequence. p-acp n1 av d pp-f dt vvg cc av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, d vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 61
216 There is also a necessity hereof in respect of the Heart it selfe; which, saith Ieremie, is deceitfull aboue all things, Ierem. 17.9. There is also a necessity hereof in respect of the Heart it self; which, Says Ieremie, is deceitful above all things, Jeremiah 17.9. pc-acp vbz av dt n1 av p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1; r-crq, vvz np1, vbz j p-acp d n2, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 61
217 and whosoever he be, though never so exact a Pharisee, that thinketh not so of His heart, is much deceived in his Heart; and 'tis indeed the very corruption of his heart, which hath blinded & so deceived him, and whosoever he be, though never so exact a Pharisee, that Thinketh not so of His heart, is much deceived in his Heart; and it's indeed the very corruption of his heart, which hath blinded & so deceived him, cc c-crq pns31 vbb, cs av-x av j dt np1, cst vvz xx av pp-f po31 n1, vbz av-d vvn p-acp po31 n1; cc pn31|vbz av dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vhz vvn cc av vvn pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 61
218 and will daily deceive him more, making him to be yet more vile than thus; and will daily deceive him more, making him to be yet more vile than thus; cc vmb av-j vvi pno31 av-dc, vvg pno31 p-acp vbb av av-dc j cs av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 61
219 and openly to appeare, as hee is, a very Foole, even then when he looks to bee accounted wise. But if wisdome bee once planted in this deceitful heart of Men, it will soon remove the Deceit, & make the heart to become faithfull to God & true to Man: for, when wisdome entreth into thy heart, Knowledge is pleasant to thy soule, and openly to appear, as he is, a very Fool, even then when he looks to be accounted wise. But if Wisdom be once planted in this deceitful heart of Men, it will soon remove the Deceit, & make the heart to become faithful to God & true to Man: for, when Wisdom entereth into thy heart, Knowledge is pleasant to thy soul, cc av-j pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns31 vbz, dt av n1, av av c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn j. cc-acp cs n1 vbb a-acp vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vmb av vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi j p-acp np1 cc j p-acp n1: p-acp, c-crq n1 vvz p-acp po21 n1, n1 vbz j p-acp po21 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 62
220 then Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keepe thee, Prov. 2.10.11. Possesse thy heart then with true and sound wisdome, and thy heart which before was deceitfull, shall never fayle thee. then Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee, Curae 2.10.11. Possess thy heart then with true and found Wisdom, and thy heart which before was deceitful, shall never fail thee. cs n1 vmb vvi pno21, n1 vmb vvi pno21, np1 crd. vvb po21 n1 av p-acp j cc j n1, cc po21 n1 r-crq a-acp vbds j, vmb av-x vvi pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 62
221 The summe then of this Part is; The sum then of this Part is; dt n1 av pp-f d n1 vbz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 62
222 that, as wee aske all our wisdome of God alone, so with the Heart wee should imbrace & love the wisdome, which he bestoweth on us: that, as we ask all our Wisdom of God alone, so with the Heart we should embrace & love the Wisdom, which he bestoweth on us: cst, c-acp pns12 vvb d po12 n1 pp-f np1 av-j, av p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 63
223 and This indeed is the way to make the wisdome, that he giveth us, to be truly Ours; for so we finde it was with Solomon, of whom it is said in the Text, that All came to heare His wisdome. It was indeed originally the wisdome of God, because HE gave it, and This indeed is the Way to make the Wisdom, that he gives us, to be truly Ours; for so we find it was with Solomon, of whom it is said in the Text, that All Come to hear His Wisdom. It was indeed originally the Wisdom of God, Because HE gave it, cc d av vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst pns31 vvz pno12, pc-acp vbi av-j png12; c-acp av pns12 vvb pn31 vbds p-acp np1, pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cst d vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n1. pn31 vbds av av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vvd pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 63
224 and yet it was Solomons own wisdome too; for God had put it into Solomon's heart, where he had full possession of it. and yet it was Solomons own Wisdom too; for God had put it into Solomon's heart, where he had full possession of it. cc av pn31 vbds np1 d n1 av; p-acp np1 vhd vvn pn31 p-acp npg1 n1, c-crq pns31 vhd j n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 63
225 It is the abundant Riches of God, that hee hath at pleasure wisdome and all other Gifts to blesse us with, of whose fulnesse every man receives whatsoever hee is blest withall; It is the abundant Riches of God, that he hath At pleasure Wisdom and all other Gifts to bless us with, of whose fullness every man receives whatsoever he is blessed withal; pn31 vbz dt j n2 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vhz p-acp n1 n1 cc d j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp, pp-f rg-crq n1 d n1 vvz r-crq pns31 vbz vvn av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 64
226 and 'tis also the free Bounty and Goodnesse of God, when hee gives them to us, to lay aside as it were the Propriety of them, making them to Be and letting them to be Called Our Wisdome, and Our Gifts, and Himselfe in them our God too; and it's also the free Bounty and goodness of God, when he gives them to us, to lay aside as it were the Propriety of them, making them to Be and letting them to be Called Our Wisdom, and Our Gifts, and Himself in them our God too; cc pn31|vbz av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi av c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f pno32, vvg pno32 p-acp vbb cc vvg pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn po12 n1, cc po12 n2, cc px31 p-acp pno32 po12 np1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 64
227 and that is when He and his Gifts have taken up our Heart; otherwise we have no right to nor part in either Him or Them; but when they are There, in the Heart, then are they all Ours and We are His: His Wisdome is Ours to make us acceptable, Himselfe Ours to make us happy; and that is when He and his Gifts have taken up our Heart; otherwise we have no right to nor part in either Him or Them; but when they Are There, in the Heart, then Are they all Ours and We Are His: His Wisdom is Ours to make us acceptable, Himself Ours to make us happy; cc d vbz c-crq pns31 cc po31 n2 vhb vvn a-acp po12 n1; av pns12 vhb dx j-jn pc-acp ccx vvi p-acp d pno31 cc pno32; p-acp c-crq pns32 vbr a-acp, p-acp dt n1, av vbr pns32 d png12 cc pns12 vbr po31: png31 n1 vbz png12 pc-acp vvi pno12 j, px31 png12 pc-acp vvi pno12 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 65
228 & We are His, both For our Wisdome to be thankfull unto him, and by our wisdome to make him known to others as farre as we our selves doe knowe him. & We Are His, both For our Wisdom to be thankful unto him, and by our Wisdom to make him known to Others as Far as we our selves do know him. cc pns12 vbr png31, d c-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno31, cc p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 vvn p-acp n2-jn c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 po12 n2 vdb vvi pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 65
229 For this purpose, when God once planteth the Tree of wisdome in the Heart of Man, his Blessing usually maketh the Fruit thereof to look over the Wall and be Seen abroad, For this purpose, when God once plants the Tree of Wisdom in the Heart of Man, his Blessing usually makes the Fruit thereof to look over the Wall and be Seen abroad, p-acp d n1, c-crq np1 a-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, po31 vvg av-j vvz dt n1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vbb vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 65
230 and by it's Beauty to draw many with Desire and Admiration to it: and by it's Beauty to draw many with Desire and Admiration to it: cc p-acp pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi d p-acp vvb cc n1 p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 65
231 for so we finde in Solomon here in my Text; namely, that when God had once made him wise in Heart, he was then daily sought to, for so we find in Solomon Here in my Text; namely, that when God had once made him wise in Heart, he was then daily sought to, c-acp av pns12 vvb p-acp np1 av p-acp po11 n1; av, cst c-crq np1 vhd a-acp vvn pno31 j p-acp n1, pns31 vbds av av-j vvd p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 66
232 as a Man who had God with him whither soever he went; as a Man who had God with him whither soever he went; c-acp dt n1 r-crq vhd np1 p-acp pno31 c-crq av pns31 vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 66
233 Every one thinking himselfe happy to gather some of the Fruits that flourished in his Garden, to learn some of the VVisdome which God in so great a measure had given to Him; Every one thinking himself happy to gather Some of the Fruits that flourished in his Garden, to Learn Some of the VVisdome which God in so great a measure had given to Him; d pi vvg px31 j pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt n2 cst vvd p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 p-acp av j dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 66
234 and this brings in the second Generall part of the Text, viz. The Fame and esteem of Solomon's Worth. and this brings in the second General part of the Text, viz. The Fame and esteem of Solomon's Worth. cc d vvz p-acp dt ord n1 n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 66
235 All the Earth sought to Solomon: &c. It is seldome seen that true worth passeth away without some Esteeme and Acceptance, unlesse it bee amongst those who are either ignorant or unworthy of it; All the Earth sought to Solomon: etc. It is seldom seen that true worth passes away without Some Esteem and Acceptance, unless it be among those who Are either ignorant or unworthy of it; d dt n1 vvd p-acp np1: av pn31 vbz av vvn cst j n1 vvz av p-acp d vvb cc n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp d r-crq vbr d j cc j pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 67
236 for Ita comparatum est in rebus humanis, saith one, ut vel in viti virtutem excellentem admiremur; for Ita comparatum est in rebus humanis, Says one, ut vel in Viti virtutem excellentem admiremur; c-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, vvz pi, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 67
237 It is the usuall condition of Man, that where there is any Worth and Goodnesse in the Beholder, there is commonly some respective Admiration of the Excellency that he beholds in other Men. It is the usual condition of Man, that where there is any Worth and goodness in the Beholder, there is commonly Some respective Admiration of the Excellency that he beholds in other Men. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst c-crq pc-acp vbz d j cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz av-j d j n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 67
238 Let Homer (though never so blinde) surpasse in his Art the Rest of his time, Let Homer (though never so blind) surpass in his Art the Rest of his time, vvb np1 (cs av-x av j) vvb p-acp po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 67
239 and whole Countries will bee at odds about him to lay clayme to him & call for him as their Own; and Whole Countries will be At odds about him to lay claim to him & call for him as their Own; cc j-jn n2 vmb vbi p-acp n2 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 cc vvi p-acp pno31 c-acp po32 d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 68
240 which might well occasion that of Ambrose, Sapientis patria Mundus est; and, Sapiens ubi { que } civis est: which might well occasion that of Ambrose, Sapientis patria World est; and, Sapiens ubi { que } civis est: r-crq vmd av vvi d pp-f np1, fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la; cc, fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la: (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 68
241 that a wise man is a creature of such condition, who By his Wisdome knows how to make use of all places aright, that a wise man is a creature of such condition, who By his Wisdom knows how to make use of all places aright, cst dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d n2 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 68
242 as if he were still at home, and whom For his Wisdome all places will readily accept, as if he were still At home, and whom For his Wisdom all places will readily accept, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr av p-acp n1-an, cc r-crq p-acp po31 n1 d n2 vmb av-j vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 68
243 as if they had some title & interest in him: as if they had Some title & Interest in him: c-acp cs pns32 vhd d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 68
244 there being such an attractive Excellency in Wisdome (as Tully speakes) as that, Si oculis videretur, quàm illa ardentes amores excitaret sui? if it could be seen with an Eye of flesh, the most carnall man, that ever was, would be drawn to look after It with a love and desire whither he would or no. there being such an Attractive Excellency in Wisdom (as Tully speaks) as that, Si oculis videretur, quàm illa ardentes Love excitaret sui? if it could be seen with an Eye of Flesh, the most carnal man, that ever was, would be drawn to look After It with a love and desire whither he would or no. a-acp vbg d dt j n1 p-acp n1 (c-acp np1 vvz) c-acp cst, fw-mi fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 n1 fw-la? cs pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt av-ds j n1, cst av vbds, vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc vvb c-crq pns31 vmd cc uh-dx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 69
245 Great without question is the Majesty of That Wise God, whose Gift of wisdome in a common expression of it was so much adored, not only by Christians, Great without question is the Majesty of That Wise God, whose Gift of Wisdom in a Common expression of it was so much adored, not only by Christians, j p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f cst j np1, rg-crq n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vbds av av-d vvn, xx av-j p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 69
246 but even by those men, who never had the true knowledge of God himselfe: and Grosse and Stupid, more Fleshly than They, must we needs be thought to be, but even by those men, who never had the true knowledge of God himself: and Gross and Stupid, more Fleshly than They, must we needs be Thought to be, cc-acp av p-acp d n2, r-crq av-x vhd dt j n1 pp-f np1 px31: cc j cc j, dc j cs pns32, vmb pns12 av vbb vvn pc-acp vbi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 69
247 if we think it not our happinesse to become truly wise, when all the world before us hath been so much transported with the admiration of Wisdome. Let it be the portion of the Asse to carry a burdē of Gold, which he knows not the worth of; if we think it not our happiness to become truly wise, when all the world before us hath been so much transported with the admiration of Wisdom. Let it be the portion of the Ass to carry a burden of Gold, which he knows not the worth of; cs pns12 vvb pn31 xx po12 n1 pc-acp vvi av-j j, c-crq d dt n1 p-acp pno12 vhz vbn av av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. vvb pn31 vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 70
248 it is His portion, and let Him beare it; it is His portion, and let Him bear it; pn31 vbz po31 n1, cc vvb pno31 vvi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 70
249 but, if Balaam be a Foole, that rides upon him, the Asse may chance to speak as much to the purpose as Hee; for, the Asse and the Foole are both alike. but, if balaam be a Fool, that rides upon him, the Ass may chance to speak as much to the purpose as He; for, the Ass and the Fool Are both alike. cc-acp, cs np1 vbi dt n1, cst vvz p-acp pno31, dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31; p-acp, dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr av-d av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 70
250 To prevent this, as I have in the first Generall shewed what true wisdome is, To prevent this, as I have in the First General showed what true Wisdom is, pc-acp vvi d, c-acp pns11 vhb p-acp dt ord n1 vvd r-crq j n1 vbz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 70
251 so let me now briefly put you in mind of seeking after it, and that by the example of All the Earth, which (as it is in the Text) sought to Solomon to heare, &c. Where first wee have considerable Who They were, that so far esteemed Solomon for his Worth; so let me now briefly put you in mind of seeking After it, and that by the Exampl of All the Earth, which (as it is in the Text) sought to Solomon to hear, etc. Where First we have considerable Who They were, that so Far esteemed Solomon for his Worth; av vvb pno11 av av-j vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pn31, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, r-crq (c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1) vvd p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi, av c-crq ord pns12 vhb j r-crq pns32 vbdr, cst av av-j vvn np1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 71
252 and they are expressed in this Particle, All the Earth. That is; Generally, all the Inhabitants of the Earth; and they Are expressed in this Particle, All the Earth. That is; Generally, all the Inhabitants of the Earth; cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, d dt n1. cst vbz; av-j, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 71
253 or more Especially All the Kings of the Earth; for so this All is limited. 2. Chro. 9.23; where the same Text is repeated. or more Especially All the Kings of the Earth; for so this All is limited. 2. Chro 9.23; where the same Text is repeated. cc av-dc av-j d dt n2 pp-f dt n1; p-acp av d d vbz vvn. crd np1 crd; c-crq dt d n1 vbz vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 71
254 All the Kings sought, &c. When Kings seek after wisdome, tis likely the Gift of wisdome is Glorious & Desirable; so it is, All the Kings sought, etc. When Kings seek After Wisdom, this likely the Gift of Wisdom is Glorious & Desirable; so it is, d dt ng1 vvd, av c-crq n2 vvb p-acp n1, pn31|vbz j dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j cc j; av pn31 vbz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 72
255 and best of all others, befitting Them; none having so much need of wisdome as Kings and Rulers; for This, if in any Inhabitants of the Earth, is in Them especially the principall thing; and therefore (according to the advise of Solomon the wisest of all Kings) They of all Others should strive with all their getting to get understanding: and best of all Others, befitting Them; none having so much need of Wisdom as Kings and Rulers; for This, if in any Inhabitants of the Earth, is in Them especially the principal thing; and Therefore (according to the Advice of Solomon the Wisest of all Kings) They of all Others should strive with all their getting to get understanding: cc js pp-f d n2-jn, vvg pno32; pix vhg av d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 cc n2; p-acp d, cs p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, vbz p-acp pno32 av-j dt j-jn n1; cc av (vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt js pp-f d n2) pns32 pp-f d n2-jn vmd vvi p-acp d po32 n-vvg p-acp vvi n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 72
256 to get a Speculative or Knowing wisdome to Discern between Good and Evill, and also a Practicall or Doing wisdome to be Exemplary in Goodnesse, Both to Rule and Governe aright: to get a Speculative or Knowing Wisdom to Discern between Good and Evil, and also a Practical or Doing Wisdom to be Exemplary in goodness, Both to Rule and Govern aright: pc-acp vvi dt j cc vvg n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j-jn, cc av dt j cc vdg n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, d p-acp vvb cc vvb av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 73
257 and This for Kings to desire and seek after will be in Them (as it was in these here in the Text ) an argument of their Humility, of a due acknowledgement, that they Rule and Governe by the guidance of a King aboue, by whom alone all Kings doe raigne and Princes decree justice, Prov. 8.15. and 'twill be a manifestation of their Fidelity and Care too; and This for Kings to desire and seek After will be in Them (as it was in these Here in the Text) an argument of their Humility, of a due acknowledgement, that they Rule and Govern by the guidance of a King above, by whom alone all Kings do Reign and Princes Decree Justice, Curae 8.15. and it'll be a manifestation of their Fidis and Care too; cc d p-acp ng1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp vmb vbi p-acp pno32 (c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp d av p-acp dt n1) dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pp-f dt j-jn n1, cst pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp, p-acp ro-crq j d n2 vdb vvi cc ng1 n1 n1, np1 crd. cc pn31|vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc vvb av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 73
258 that, in seeking after Wisdome (as Solomon did) to goe in and out aright, their desire is to be in the performance of their Charge faithfull unto God, who hath call'd them to it. that, in seeking After Wisdom (as Solomon did) to go in and out aright, their desire is to be in the performance of their Charge faithful unto God, who hath called them to it. cst, p-acp vvg p-acp n1 (c-acp np1 vdd) pc-acp vvi p-acp cc av av, po32 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vvb j p-acp np1, r-crq vhz vvn pno32 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 73
259 But I stand not here now to read a Lecture of Wisdome unto Kings and Governours: It is our happinesse, that we (of all parts of the World) have cause enough to blesse God for crowning the Throne of this Kingdome with the wisdome of Solomon these many yeares to this very day; But I stand not Here now to read a Lecture of Wisdom unto Kings and Governors: It is our happiness, that we (of all parts of the World) have cause enough to bless God for crowning the Throne of this Kingdom with the Wisdom of Solomon these many Years to this very day; cc-acp pns11 vvb xx av av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 cc n2: pn31 vbz po12 n1, cst pns12 (pp-f d n2 pp-f dt n1) vhb n1 av-d pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 d d n2 p-acp d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 74
260 where All, that stand before it (and Some to their shame) may behold a Searching wisdome of God in judging aright, with an Exemplary Integrity well befitting the Imitation of the very best And let it be thy good pleasures O Lord, where All, that stand before it (and some to their shame) may behold a Searching Wisdom of God in judging aright, with an Exemplary Integrity well befitting the Imitation of the very best And let it be thy good pleasures Oh Lord, c-crq d, cst vvb p-acp pn31 (cc d p-acp po32 n1) vmb vvi dt vvg n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg av, p-acp dt j n1 av vvg dt n1 pp-f dt av js cc vvb pn31 vbi po21 j n2 uh n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 74
261 for the continual maintenance of thy Truth, and the advancing of thine own Glory in this our Kingdome, thy chosen Israel, to double this Heavenly wisdome of the FATHER upon the SONNE to many generations. for the continual maintenance of thy Truth, and the advancing of thine own Glory in this our Kingdom, thy chosen Israel, to double this Heavenly Wisdom of the FATHER upon the SONNE to many generations. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc dt vvg pp-f po21 d n1 p-acp d po12 n1, po21 j-vvn np1, pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 75
262 Again (to follow the Text in the full extent of the Words) All the Earth sought to Solomon, that is, All sorts of men upon Earth without exception. Again (to follow the Text in the full extent of the Words) All the Earth sought to Solomon, that is, All sorts of men upon Earth without exception. av (pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2) d dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, cst vbz, d n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 75
263 And who, of All men, without exception, is there that needs not seek to finde out Wisdōe? As for Knowledge the Speculative part thereof, it is not good the Soule should be without it. Pr. 19.2. And who, of All men, without exception, is there that needs not seek to find out Wisdone? As for Knowledge the Speculative part thereof, it is not good the Soul should be without it. Pr 19.2. cc q-crq, pp-f d n2, p-acp n1, vbz a-acp cst vvz xx vvi pc-acp vvi av av-an? p-acp p-acp n1 dt j vvb av, pn31 vbz xx j dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp pn31. np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 75
264 because This must guid us in the way wherein we go, & so wāting This we goe without a guid, Because This must guide us in the Way wherein we go, & so wanting This we go without a guide, c-acp d vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb, cc av vvg d pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 76
265 & run headlong (to our own destruction) wee know not into what. & run headlong (to our own destruction) we know not into what. cc vvi av-j (p-acp po12 d n1) pns12 vvb xx p-acp q-crq. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 76
266 Now if any had of This enough of his own, he need not then seek out for more. Now if any had of This enough of his own, he need not then seek out for more. av cs d vhd pp-f d d pp-f po31 d, pns31 vvb xx av vvi av p-acp dc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 76
267 bu St Paul will tell us, that the World, Sapientiâ suâ, by it's own wisdome knew not God. 1. Cor. 1.21. bu Saint Paul will tell us, that the World, Sapientiâ suâ, by it's own Wisdom knew not God. 1. Cor. 1.21. zz zz np1 vmb vvi pno12, cst dt n1, fw-la fw-la, p-acp pn31|vbz d n1 vvd xx np1. crd np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 76
268 nor is there any hope it should ever know him, if it have no oother Wisdome then it's Own and therefore, nor is there any hope it should ever know him, if it have no other Wisdom then it's Own and Therefore, ccx vbz pc-acp d vvb pn31 vmd av vvi pno31, cs pn31 vhb dx j-jn n1 av pn31|vbz d cc av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 76
269 as Wee are Men of the World (and the Best are no better of Themselves ) we must All seek out beyond our selves for that Knowledge and VVisdome, which He giveth unto Men to know him with. as we Are Men of the World (and the Best Are no better of Themselves) we must All seek out beyond our selves for that Knowledge and VVisdome, which He gives unto Men to know him with. c-acp pns12 vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 (cc dt av-js vbr dx jc pp-f px32) pns12 vmb d vvb av p-acp po12 n2 p-acp cst n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 77
270 But, did wee abound in This, yet are we not truly wise, as long as we fall short in that part which is Practicall; But, did we abound in This, yet Are we not truly wise, as long as we fallen short in that part which is Practical; p-acp, vdd pns12 vvi p-acp d, av vbr pns12 xx av-j j, c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vvb j p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 77
271 which to All men, without exception, is needfull, to make them appeare worthy of the vocation, wherewith they are called, whereunto St Paul so earnestly exhorteth Ephes. 4.1. which to All men, without exception, is needful, to make them appear worthy of the vocation, wherewith they Are called, whereunto Saint Paul so earnestly exhorteth Ephesians 4.1. r-crq p-acp d n2, p-acp n1, vbz j, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi j pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, c-crq np1 np1 av av-j vvz np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 77
272 Jn the performance whereof as long as we fayle, our Knowledge (though never so great) is but that Wisdome, which in verbis volat (as S. Gregory speaks in his Morals) like a painted feather tost in the Ayre, John the performance whereof as long as we fail, our Knowledge (though never so great) is but that Wisdom, which in verbis Volatile (as S. Gregory speaks in his Morals) like a painted feather tossed in the Air, p-acp dt n1 c-crq c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vvb, po12 n1 (cs av-x av j) vbz p-acp d n1, r-crq p-acp fw-la fw-la (c-acp np1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2) vvb dt j-vvn n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 78
273 and vanishing away wee know not how; and vanishing away we know not how; cc vvg av pns12 vvb xx c-crq; (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 78
274 or it is cibus indigestus (as S. Bernard compares it) like to meat undigested, which may chance to bring a surfeit in the end: or it is cibus indigestus (as S. Bernard compares it) like to meat undigested, which may chance to bring a surfeit in the end: cc pn31 vbz fw-la fw-la (c-acp np1 np1 vvz pn31) av-j p-acp n1 j, r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 78
275 Whence Tully doth not unfitly call true Wisdome Ars vivendi, a certain Art of Living Well; Whence Tully does not unfitly call true Wisdom Ars vivendi, a certain Art of Living Well; q-crq np1 vdz xx av-j vvi j n1 fw-la fw-la, dt j n1 pp-f vvg av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 78
276 This being indeed The Wisdome, that must keep alive & preserve both our Knowledge and our Selves. Wherein how far Men of themselves fall short, This being indeed The Wisdom, that must keep alive & preserve both our Knowledge and our Selves. Wherein how Far Men of themselves fallen short, d vbg av dt n1, cst vmb vvi j cc vvi d po12 n1 cc po12 n2. c-crq c-crq j n2 pp-f px32 vvi j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 78
277 when they trust to their own strength and seek no further, wee may learne from the experience of Judas (before mentioned) with many more, who (supposing themselves to bee none of this All in the Text, that are to seek for Wisdome) have runne themselves along through their own Inventions to an End far worse then ever their Beginning was. when they trust to their own strength and seek no further, we may Learn from the experience of Judas (before mentioned) with many more, who (supposing themselves to bee none of this All in the Text, that Are to seek for Wisdom) have run themselves along through their own Inventions to an End Far Worse then ever their Beginning was. c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 d n1 cc vvb av-dx av-jc, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (c-acp vvn) p-acp d dc, r-crq (vvg px32 p-acp n1 pix pp-f d d p-acp dt n1, cst vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp n1) vhb vvn px32 a-acp p-acp po32 d n2 p-acp dt vvb av-j av-jc cs av po32 vvg vbds. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 79
278 We (Beloved) are of all other men (if Any be) in a blessed way of All kinde of Wisdome; of Knowledge, which in every corner profereth it selfe unto us. We (beloved) Are of all other men (if Any be) in a blessed Way of All kind of Wisdom; of Knowledge, which in every corner proffereth it self unto us. pns12 (vvn) vbr pp-f d j-jn n2 (cs d vbb) p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f d j pp-f n1; pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp d n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 79
279 God knowes how much or how litle we think we need it; and of Practice, which in many Worthies is made good before us; God knows how much or how little we think we need it; and of Practice, which in many Worthies is made good before us; np1 vvz c-crq d cc c-crq av-j pns12 vvb pns12 vvb pn31; cc pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp d n2-j vbz vvn j p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 79
280 God knowes too how much or how litle we are carefull to follow it. God knows too how much or how little we Are careful to follow it. np1 vvz av c-crq d cc c-crq av-j pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 80
281 It will be, without question, a shame and misery too, if the simple vulgar, who Know lesse than we but in plaine honesty Practice more; It will be, without question, a shame and misery too, if the simple Vulgar, who Know less than we but in plain honesty Practice more; pn31 vmb vbi, p-acp n1, dt n1 cc n1 av, cs dt j j, r-crq vvb av-dc cs pns12 p-acp p-acp j n1 n1 av-dc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 80
282 if These, I say, doe one day rise up in judgement against us and condemne us for that, which we Know & Practice not. if These, I say, do one day rise up in judgement against us and condemn us for that, which we Know & Practice not. cs d, pns11 vvb, vdb crd n1 vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 cc vvb pno12 p-acp d, r-crq pns12 vvb cc n1 xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 80
283 From this shame and misery good Lord deliver Vs: And sure we may be, that, From this shame and misery good Lord deliver Us: And sure we may be, that, p-acp d vvb cc n1 j n1 vvi pno12: cc j pns12 vmb vbi, cst, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 80
284 if ever wee think to answer the bountifull Blessings of God towards us, it is onely true Wisdome must make us fit to doe it: if ever we think to answer the bountiful Blessings of God towards us, it is only true Wisdom must make us fit to do it: cs av pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz av-j j n1 vmb vvi pno12 vvi pc-acp vdi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 80
285 & This if we desire to find and have, we must seek it out; which is the Action, whereby this (ALL) expressed their esteem of Solomon's worth. They sought unto him. & This if we desire to find and have, we must seek it out; which is the Actium, whereby this (ALL) expressed their esteem of Solomon's worth. They sought unto him. cc d cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vhb, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av; r-crq vbz dt n1, c-crq d (av-d) vvd po32 n1 pp-f npg1 j. pns32 vvd p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 81
286 There is a double vanity, which too many are possessed with; There is a double vanity, which too many Are possessed with; pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1, r-crq av d vbr vvn p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 81
287 and that is, on the One side to seek that which is not worth the finding; and on the Other to neglect that which is wel worth the seeking: each of them is a folly, and that is, on the One side to seek that which is not worth the finding; and on the Other to neglect that which is well worth the seeking: each of them is a folly, cc d vbz, p-acp dt crd n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz xx j dt vvg; cc p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz av j dt vvg: d pp-f pno32 vbz dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 81
288 & he, which is guilty of the One, is seldome free from the Other. The way to avoid Both is (with this, All, in the Text ) to seek for Wisdome; which must be sought for, & he, which is guilty of the One, is seldom free from the Other. The Way to avoid Both is (with this, All, in the Text) to seek for Wisdom; which must be sought for, cc pns31, r-crq vbz j pp-f dt crd, vbz av j p-acp dt j-jn. dt n1 pc-acp vvi d vbz (p-acp d, d, p-acp dt n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 82
289 because of it selfe it will never come unto us; and it is well worth the seeking, because it is pretious. Because of it self it will never come unto us; and it is well worth the seeking, Because it is precious. c-acp pp-f pn31 n1 pn31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pno12; cc pn31 vbz av j dt vvg, c-acp pn31 vbz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 82
290 One small peece of silver (in the 15. of Luke ) deserved the lighting of a candle to finde it out: One small piece of silver (in the 15. of Lycia) deserved the lighting of a candle to find it out: crd j n1 pp-f n1 (p-acp dt crd pp-f av) vvd dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 82
291 be it never so litle, yet, if it be Silver, it is worth the looking after; much more; be it never so little, yet, if it be Silver, it is worth the looking After; much more; vbb pn31 av-x av j, av, cs pn31 vbb n1, pn31 vbz j dt vvg a-acp; av-d av-dc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 82
292 if it be Gold or Pretious stones; and Wisdome indeed is all These and more. if it be Gold or Precious stones; and Wisdom indeed is all These and more. cs pn31 vbb n1 cc j n2; cc n1 av vbz d d cc av-dc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 82
293 How much better is it? (saith Solomon ) that is, 'tis far better, to get wisdome than Gold, How much better is it? (Says Solomon) that is, it's Far better, to get Wisdom than Gold, c-crq av-d jc vbz pn31? (vvz np1) cst vbz, pn31|vbz av-j jc, pc-acp vvi n1 cs n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 82
294 & to get understanding rather to be chosen then silver; & to get understanding rather to be chosen then silver; cc pc-acp vvi n1 av-c pc-acp vbi vvn av n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 82
295 for when we talke of That, wee then speak of Silver and Gold and all the Treasures of the World cast together; for when we talk of That, we then speak of Silver and Gold and all the Treasures of the World cast together; p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f cst, pns12 av vvb pp-f n1 cc n1 cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 83
296 All which we may have and be rich therewith, if we doe but seek it: For, if thou seekest Her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid Treasures, then shalt thou understand; All which we may have and be rich therewith, if we do but seek it: For, if thou Seekest Her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid Treasures, then shalt thou understand; d r-crq pns12 vmb vhb cc vbi j av, cs pns12 vdb p-acp vvi pn31: c-acp, cs pns21 vv2 pno31 p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp j-vvn n2, av vm2 pns21 vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 83
297 saith Solomon, who found it so Prov. 2.4.5. Where, calling it a Treasure, he sheweth how well it deserves; &, in saying it is Hid, he putteth us in minde how much it requires our seeking: which two are Motives to perswade us to the seeking of it; Says Solomon, who found it so Curae 2.4.5. Where, calling it a Treasure, he shows how well it deserves; &, in saying it is Hid, he putteth us in mind how much it requires our seeking: which two Are Motives to persuade us to the seeking of it; vvz np1, r-crq vvd pn31 av np1 crd. c-crq, vvg pn31 dt n1, pns31 vvz c-crq av pn31 vvz; cc, p-acp vvg pn31 vbz vvn, pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp n1 c-crq av-d pn31 vvz po12 vvg: r-crq crd vbr n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 83
298 and Motives sufficient they are (except it be to a selfe-conceited Foole ) to put anyman with diligence upon it. and Motives sufficient they Are (except it be to a selfe-conceited Fool) to put anyman with diligence upon it. cc n2 j pns32 vbr (c-acp pn31 vbb p-acp dt j n1) pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 84
299 But here the materiall Question will bee, when and where and how we are to seek it? But Here the material Question will be, when and where and how we Are to seek it? p-acp av dt j-jn vvb vmb vbi, c-crq cc c-crq cc c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31? (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 84
300 1 When? The Son perhaps would gladly put it off till his Pleasures be ended, 1 When? The Son perhaps would gladly put it off till his Pleasures be ended, crd c-crq? dt n1 av vmd av-j vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp po31 n2 vbb vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 84
301 and the Father untill his Projects be contrived, both supposing the Gravity of wisdome better befitting the Grandfathers yeares. and the Father until his Projects be contrived, both supposing the Gravity of Wisdom better befitting the Grandfathers Years. cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 vbb vvn, d vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 j vvg dt n2 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 84
302 So in deed too many doe, and die Fooles for their labour; for (saith Solomon, Eccles. 9.10. ) there is neither Knowledge nor wisdome in the grave whither thou goest; So in deed too many do, and die Fools for their labour; for (Says Solomon, Eccles. 9.10.) there is neither Knowledge nor Wisdom in the grave whither thou goest; av p-acp n1 av d vdb, cc vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1; c-acp (vvz np1, np1 crd.) pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns21 vv2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 84
303 and then it is much to be feared that They, which never had any before, will finde but litle when they are going Toward the grave. and then it is much to be feared that They, which never had any before, will find but little when they Are going Towards the grave. cc av pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn d pns32, r-crq av-x vhd d p-acp, vmb vvi p-acp j c-crq pns32 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 85
304 Wee should then set upon it with our might in the Morning of our Age, as soone as wee can, because we know not how soone we shall goe; we should then Set upon it with our might in the Morning of our Age, as soon as we can, Because we know not how soon we shall go; pns12 vmd av vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-acp av c-acp pns12 vmb, c-acp pns12 vvb xx c-crq av pns12 vmb vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 85
305 as soone, as possibly wee can, wee should seek & strive to know God and serve him. as soon, as possibly we can, we should seek & strive to know God and serve him. c-acp av, c-acp av-j pns12 vmb, pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp vvb np1 cc vvb pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 85
306 2 If in the next place you aske me where wee may seek and finde this wisdome, I will then answer, that you must not think to find much good water, 2 If in the next place you ask me where we may seek and find this Wisdom, I will then answer, that you must not think to find much good water, crd cs p-acp dt ord n1 pn22 vvb pno11 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi d n1, pns11 vmb av vvi, cst pn22 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 86
307 but either in the streames, or at the spring-head; and There, at the Head, you shall be sure to finde it clearest. but either in the streams, or At the springhead; and There, At the Head, you shall be sure to find it Clearest. cc-acp d p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n1; cc a-acp, p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 js. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 86
308 Wisdome is that water of life, which the Lord by the Prophet inviteth every man to come freely unto, Isai, 55.1. The Head-spring of this Water is a VVell of Gods own making, namely, his sacred word; about which (unlesse wee chance to meet (as too many doe) with some invidious Romanist, that will lock it up from us, we need have no Contention now; Wisdom is that water of life, which the Lord by the Prophet Inviteth every man to come freely unto, Isaiah, 55.1. The Headspring of this Water is a Well of God's own making, namely, his sacred word; about which (unless we chance to meet (as too many do) with Some invidious Romanist, that will lock it up from us, we need have no Contention now; n1 vbz cst n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz d n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp, np1, crd. dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz dt av pp-f n2 d vvg, av, po31 j n1; p-acp r-crq (cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi (c-acp av d vdb) p-acp d j np1, cst vmb vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb vhi dx n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 86
309 as the Israelites often had about their VVells; for God hath now made it freely Ours, & every man may come and draw without exception, as the Israelites often had about their VVells; for God hath now made it freely Ours, & every man may come and draw without exception, c-acp dt np1 av vhd p-acp po32 n2; p-acp np1 vhz av vvd pn31 av-j png12, cc d n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 87
310 and yet never empt it, because it is an Everlasting spring. The streames of wisdome, flowing from this Head, are thence gone out into all the world, which never had so many Helps for wisdome, as Now it hath so that, goe where you will if you seek for wisdome, it will be very hard if you find it not. and yet never empt it, Because it is an Everlasting spring. The streams of Wisdom, flowing from this Head, Are thence gone out into all the world, which never had so many Helps for Wisdom, as Now it hath so that, go where you will if you seek for Wisdom, it will be very hard if you find it not. cc av av-x vvi pn31, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1. dt n2 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp d n1, vbr av vvn av p-acp d dt n1, r-crq av-x vhd av d vvz p-acp n1, p-acp av pn31 vhz av d, vvb c-crq pn22 vmb cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vbi av av-j cs pn22 vvb pn31 xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 87
311 Only you may chance in your way to meet with some Ditches of Puddle, fit for none but Asses to drink in; Only you may chance in your Way to meet with Some Ditches of Puddle, fit for none but Asses to drink in; j pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, j p-acp pix cc-acp ng1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 87
312 which the Monks and Friers with such like wisemen have digged for us, purposely to stay us from looking after better Waters; which the Monks and Friars with such like Wise men have dug for us, purposely to stay us from looking After better Waters; r-crq dt n2 cc n2 p-acp d j n2 vhb vvn p-acp pno12, av pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvg p-acp jc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 88
313 setting us on work with some Tales and Fables of their Own to withhold us from the word of God & as many good Books, as possibly they can. setting us on work with Some Tales and Fables of their Own to withhold us from the word of God & as many good Books, as possibly they can. vvg pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 d pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc p-acp d j n2, c-acp av-j pns32 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 88
314 When These or any such wee meet with (as often we doe) wee need not make any long stay at them; When These or any such we meet with (as often we do) we need not make any long stay At them; c-crq d cc d d pns12 vvb p-acp (c-acp av pns12 vdb) pns12 vvb xx vvi d j n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 88
315 or, if we doe so, we shall bee very litle the better for them. or, if we do so, we shall be very little the better for them. cc, cs pns12 vdb av, pns12 vmb vbi av j dt jc p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 88
316 But, goe to the Spring, the word of God; or any streames, which proceed frō That; and There you shall be sure to finde true wisdome, if you seek it Aright. Which is the next Query, namely, How we are to seek it. But, go to the Spring, the word of God; or any streams, which proceed from That; and There you shall be sure to find true Wisdom, if you seek it Aright. Which is the next Query, namely, How we Are to seek it. p-acp, vvb p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1; cc d n2, r-crq vvb p-acp d; cc a-acp pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi j n1, cs pn22 vvb pn31 av. r-crq vbz dt ord np1, av, c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 89
317 3 Hovv? And How should we seek wisdome in the word of God, but only by daily Reading & Meditating therein? Which I forbeare any further to commend to You, because it is Your Profession; & I hope it is Your Practice too. 3 How? And How should we seek Wisdom in the word of God, but only by daily Reading & Meditating therein? Which I forbear any further to commend to You, Because it is Your Profession; & I hope it is Your Practice too. crd c-crq? cc c-crq vmd pns12 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp j p-acp j vvg cc vvg av? r-crq pns11 vvb d av-jc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, c-acp pn31 vbz po22 n1; cc pns11 vvb pn31 vbz po22 vvi av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 89
318 Yet thus much let mee put You in minde of (which too many forget) that, Yet thus much let me put You in mind of (which too many forget) that, av av av-d vvb pno11 vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f (r-crq av d vvb) cst, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 89
319 as the Woman of Samaria said once to Christ, the Well is deep, and We of our selves, have nothing to draw withall: as the Woman of Samaria said once to christ, the Well is deep, and We of our selves, have nothing to draw withal: c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd a-acp pc-acp np1, dt av vbz j-jn, cc pns12 pp-f po12 n2, vhb pix pc-acp vvi av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 89
320 All our Reading and Meditation will but perplex and trouble us, if God doe not prosper us with a Blessing on it. All our Reading and Meditation will but perplex and trouble us, if God do not prosper us with a Blessing on it. d po12 vvg cc n1 vmb p-acp vvi cc vvi pno12, cs np1 vdb xx vvi pno12 p-acp dt vvg p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 90
321 It is said of these Men here in the Text; that when they sought to Solomon, they brought Presents o• Gifts with them, with them, v. 25. and so must we seek unto the God of Solomon; with the Gift of Praise for what we have received; It is said of these Men Here in the Text; that when they sought to Solomon, they brought Presents o• Gifts with them, with them, v. 25. and so must we seek unto the God of Solomon; with the Gift of Praise for what we have received; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f d n2 av p-acp dt n1; cst c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp np1, pns32 vvd vvz n1 n2 p-acp pno32, p-acp pno32, n1 crd cc av vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt np1 pp-f np1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 90
322 with the Gift and Sacrifice of Prayer for what we want, and this is the way to seek and finde the Gift of Wisdome, which we desire. with the Gift and Sacrifice of Prayer for what we want, and this is the Way to seek and find the Gift of Wisdom, which we desire. p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, cc d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns12 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 90
323 Wh• therefore thou takest thy Bible or any other good Book in thy hand to seek Wisdome in it, say, with David, Lord open thou mine eyes, that I may see the wonderous works of thy Law; Wh• Therefore thou Takest thy bible or any other good Book in thy hand to seek Wisdom in it, say, with David, Lord open thou mine eyes, that I may see the wondrous works of thy Law; np1 av pns21 vv2 po21 n1 cc d j-jn j n1 p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31, vvb, p-acp np1, n1 vvb pns21 po11 n2, cst pns11 vmb vvi dt j n2 pp-f po21 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 91
324 and then thou needest not doubt, but thou shalt behold the Goodnesse of Wisdome to thy great content; and then thou Needest not doubt, but thou shalt behold the goodness of Wisdom to thy great content; cc cs pns21 vv2 xx vvi, cc-acp pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 91
325 especially, if (as Solomon his Son gives the advise Prov. 4.20. ) thou attend to his Words, and not seek to mend what hee hath done, especially, if (as Solomon his Son gives the Advice Curae 4.20.) thou attend to his Words, and not seek to mend what he hath done, av-j, cs (c-acp np1 po31 n1 vvz dt n1 np1 crd.) pns21 vvb p-acp po31 n2, cc xx vvi pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhz vdn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 91
326 but humbly incline thine Eare to hearken what hee shall say. And herein These Seekers in the Text may be a fit Patterne to us; but humbly incline thine Ear to harken what he shall say. And herein These Seekers in the Text may be a fit Pattern to us; cc-acp av-j vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmb vvi. cc av d n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 91
327 for They sought to Solomon, not to Reprove and Correct him, but to Heare and be Instructed by him; for They sought to Solomon, not to Reprove and Correct him, but to Hear and be Instructed by him; p-acp pns32 vvd p-acp np1, xx p-acp vvb cc j pno31, cc-acp p-acp vvb cc vbi vvn p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 91
328 which brings in the last Part of the Text, namely the End of their seeking, and that was to Heare. which brings in the last Part of the Text, namely the End of their seeking, and that was to Hear. r-crq vvz p-acp dt ord vvb pp-f dt n1, av dt vvb pp-f po32 n-vvg, cc cst vbds p-acp vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 92
329 They came to Heare Solomon; and that presupposeth that Solomon, though a King, was ready and willing to Teach them; They Come to Hear Solomon; and that presupposeth that Solomon, though a King, was ready and willing to Teach them; pns32 vvd p-acp vvb np1; cc d vvz d np1, cs dt n1, vbds j cc j p-acp vvb pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 92
330 otherwise hee had been no fit Type of Christ, who (though a greater than Solomon ) did litle else but Teach; and among other lessons, that he taught, he taught this One to his Own Disciples; otherwise he had been no fit Type of christ, who (though a greater than Solomon) did little Else but Teach; and among other Lessons, that he taught, he taught this One to his Own Disciples; av pns31 vhd vbn dx j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq (c-acp dt jc cs np1) vdd av-j av p-acp vvb; cc p-acp j-jn n2, cst pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd d crd p-acp po31 d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 92
331 namely that they should goe out and Teach all Nations. Which Precept of His, together with his own Example, wrought so much with them, that neither Tumults nor Prisons, neither wicked Men nor Divells could stop them from it; namely that they should go out and Teach all nations. Which Precept of His, together with his own Exampl, wrought so much with them, that neither Tumults nor Prisons, neither wicked Men nor Devils could stop them from it; av cst pns32 vmd vvi av cc vvb d n2. q-crq n1 pp-f po31, av p-acp po31 d n1, vvn av av-d p-acp pno32, cst dx n2 cc n2, dx j n2 ccx n2 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 93
332 but, casting out the One and confuting the Other, they went on to Teach in spight of All. but, casting out the One and confuting the Other, they went on to Teach in spite of All. cc-acp, vvg av dt crd cc vvg dt j-jn, pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp vvb p-acp n1 pp-f d (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 93
333 And who thē is He, that is too good to Teach? Seneca, in his 90. Ep. will tell us, that a wise man is but Humani generis Poedagogus; by his Profession a Schoolmaster, a Teacher to any man that will learne of him. And who them is He, that is too good to Teach? Senecca, in his 90. Epistle will tell us, that a wise man is but Humani Generis Pedagogue; by his Profession a Schoolmaster, a Teacher to any man that will Learn of him. cc zz pno32 vbz pns31, cst vbz av j p-acp vvb? np1, p-acp po31 crd np1 vmb vvi pno12, cst dt j n1 vbz p-acp np1 fw-la n1; p-acp po31 n1 dt n1, dt n1 p-acp d n1 cst vmb vvi pp-f pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 93
334 The Sonne of Syrach, Ecclus, 21.13. will tell us; that the Knowledge of a wise man shall abound like a flood; The Son of Sirach, Ecclus, 21.13. will tell us; that the Knowledge of a wise man shall abound like a flood; dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, crd. vmb vvi pno12; cst dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb vvi av-j dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 93
335 and that is, not onely to be full up to the bancks, but sometimes to Run over & water the Fields that are about it. Solomon also, Prov. 15.7. will tell us, that the Lips of the wise disperse knowledge, but the heart of the foolish doth not so. and that is, not only to be full up to the banks, but sometime to Run over & water the Fields that Are about it. Solomon also, Curae 15.7. will tell us, that the Lips of the wise disperse knowledge, but the heart of the foolish does not so. cc d vbz, xx av-j pc-acp vbi j a-acp p-acp dt n2, p-acp av p-acp vvb p-acp cc n1 dt n2 cst vbr p-acp pn31. np1 av, np1 crd. vmb vvi pno12, cst dt n2 pp-f dt j vvi n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j vdz xx av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 94
336 Again, the Hebritians will tell us, that one & the same word NONLATINALPHABET signifies not only to Vnderstand, but also to Instruct; to shew that he, which hath knowledge, must not hide it, but Teach therewith: Again, the Hebrews will tell us, that one & the same word signifies not only to Understand, but also to Instruct; to show that he, which hath knowledge, must not hide it, but Teach therewith: av, dt np2 vmb vvi pno12, cst crd cc dt d n1 vvz xx av-j p-acp vvb, p-acp av p-acp vvb; pc-acp vvi cst pns31, r-crq vhz n1, vmb xx vvi pn31, cc-acp vvb av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 94
337 yea, the same word signifieth also to Prosper, to have good successe; yea, the same word signifies also to Prosper, to have good success; uh, dt d n1 vvz av p-acp vvb, pc-acp vhi j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 94
338 to put us in minde for our encouragement that He, which is carefull to Teach according to the wisdome that he hath, is in a way to doe good not only to Others, but also to Himselfe too; to put us in mind for our encouragement that He, which is careful to Teach according to the Wisdom that he hath, is in a Way to do good not only to Others, but also to Himself too; pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 cst pns31, r-crq vbz j p-acp vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhz, vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi j xx av-j p-acp n2-jn, p-acp av p-acp px31 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 95
339 for God doth commonly follow with a Blessing and Prosper those, who diligently goe That way to work. for God does commonly follow with a Blessing and Prosper those, who diligently go That Way to work. p-acp np1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt vvg cc vvb d, r-crq av-j vvb cst n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 95
340 Moreover Saint Paul will exhort us, Col. 3.16. that the Word of Christ dwell in us plentifully in all wisdome, teaching and admonishing; Moreover Saint Paul will exhort us, Col. 3.16. that the Word of christ dwell in us plentifully in all Wisdom, teaching and admonishing; np1 n1 np1 vmb vvi pno12, np1 crd. cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp pno12 av-j p-acp d n1, vvg cc vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 95
341 and lastly the Practice of Solomon will (Eccles. 12.9. ) assure us too; that, Because he was wise, he Taught the People Knowledge; and lastly the Practice of Solomon will (Eccles. 12.9.) assure us too; that, Because he was wise, he Taught the People Knowledge; cc ord dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb (np1 crd.) vvb pno12 av; cst, c-acp pns31 vbds j, pns31 vvd dt n1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 95
342 or, (as it is in the Margine) the more wise he was, the more hee Taught the People. or, (as it is in the Margin) the more wise he was, the more he Taught the People. cc, (c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1) dt av-dc j pns31 vbds, dt av-dc pns31 vvn dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 95
343 It is then a property of wisdome, that by our wisdome wee strive to make others wise; It is then a property of Wisdom, that by our Wisdom we strive to make Others wise; pn31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1, cst p-acp po12 n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi n2-jn j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 96
344 and 'tis a point of no great wisdome to censure the Endeavours of Other men, and it's a point of no great Wisdom to censure the Endeavours of Other men, cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dx j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 96
345 and in the meane time doe litle good with our Own: This only by the way should bee remembred, that none Teach where they are not call'd, nor before they are able; and in the mean time do little good with our Own: This only by the Way should be remembered, that none Teach where they Are not called, nor before they Are able; cc p-acp dt j n1 vdb av-j j p-acp po12 d: d av-j p-acp dt n1 vmd vbi vvn, cst pix vvb c-crq pns32 vbr xx vvn, ccx c-acp pns32 vbr j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 96
346 nor make One kinde of Teaching a let and hindrance to Another: but they, which can (pro ratione Loci & Personae) one way or other should Teach; and for this Work there is None too good. nor make One kind of Teaching a let and hindrance to another: but they, which can (Pro ratione Loci & Personae) one Way or other should Teach; and for this Work there is None too good. ccx vvb crd j pp-f vvg dt vvb cc n1 p-acp j-jn: cc-acp pns32, r-crq vmb (fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la) crd n1 cc n-jn vmd vvb; cc p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbz pix av j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 96
347 But Teaching of Wisdome wil be to litle purpose, except there be some to Heare and learne vvhat is Taught; and therefore, But Teaching of Wisdom will be to little purpose, except there be Some to Hear and Learn what is Taught; and Therefore, p-acp vvg pp-f n1 vmb vbi p-acp j n1, c-acp pc-acp vbi d p-acp vvb cc vvi r-crq vbz vvn; cc av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 97
348 as it is presupposed in the Text, there vvas a Solomon to Teach; so 'tis expresly said too, there came many to Heare. And indeed, to be ready to Heare, is the very end of our seeking & the vvay to finde out vvisdome. as it is presupposed in the Text, there was a Solomon to Teach; so it's expressly said too, there Come many to Hear. And indeed, to be ready to Hear, is the very end of our seeking & the Way to find out Wisdom. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbds dt np1 p-acp vvb; av pn31|vbz av-j vvn av, a-acp vvd d p-acp vvb. cc av, pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvb, vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 vvg cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi av n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 97
349 Wherefore vvhen Solomon desired God to give him an understanding and vvise heart, he used a vvord, which (in the Originall ) signifies Cor audiens, an Hearing heart, Wherefore when Solomon desired God to give him an understanding and wise heart, he used a word, which (in the Original) signifies Cor Audiens, an Hearing heart, c-crq c-crq np1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 cc j n1, pns31 vvd dt n1, r-crq (p-acp dt j-jn) vvz uh n1, dt vvg n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 97
350 as it is exprest in the Margine; as it is expressed in the Margin; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 97
351 to shew, that how understanding and vvise soever a man be, he must alwaies be ready to Heare, that so he may understand more and be Wiser still: to show, that how understanding and wise soever a man be, he must always be ready to Hear, that so he may understand more and be Wiser still: pc-acp vvi, cst c-crq n1 cc j av dt n1 vbi, pns31 vmb av vbi j p-acp vvb, cst av pns31 vmb vvi dc cc vbb jc av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 98
352 and so vvill every one, that is not a Foole, doe; for, saith Solomon, give Instruction to a wise Man and Hee will bee yet wiser; and so will every one, that is not a Fool, do; for, Says Solomon, give Instruction to a wise Man and He will be yet Wiser; cc av vmb d crd, cst vbz xx dt n1, vdb; p-acp, vvz np1, vvb n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc pns31 vmb vbi av jc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 98
353 because hee will ever be ready to Heare, which is the vvay to be vviser than he was before. Heare then vve must; Because he will ever be ready to Hear, which is the Way to be Wiser than he was before. Hear then we must; c-acp pns31 vmb av vbi j p-acp vvb, r-crq vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi jc cs pns31 vbds a-acp. vvb av pns12 vmb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 98
354 and to Heare vvee must seek and run too, yet not beyond the Bounds that are set about us. and to Hear we must seek and run too, yet not beyond the Bounds that Are Set about us. cc p-acp vvb pns12 vmb vvi cc vvb av, av xx p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 98
355 When these men in the Text sought to Heare, there was then but one Solomon in All the Earth; When these men in the Text sought to Hear, there was then but one Solomon in All the Earth; c-crq d n2 p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp vvb, a-acp vbds av cc-acp crd np1 p-acp d dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 98
356 & therefore All the Earth sought to Solomon: but now, blessed be God, Christ (who vvas greater then He ) hath made many Solomons insteed of Him. Shall then a selfe-conceited Troup run to seek out Other Solomons of their own chusing abroad, & Therefore All the Earth sought to Solomon: but now, blessed be God, christ (who was greater then He) hath made many Solomons instead of Him. Shall then a selfe-conceited Troupe run to seek out Other Solomons of their own choosing abroad, cc av d dt n1 vvd p-acp np1: p-acp av, j-vvn vbb np1, np1 (r-crq vbds jc cs pns31) vhz vvn d np1 av pp-f pno31. vmb av dt j n1 vvb pc-acp vvi av j-jn np1 pp-f po32 d vvg av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 99
357 because (in the judgement of some) their Own at Home is not so Wise as they? though some doe so in simplicity of heart, being lead in a throng, Because (in the judgement of Some) their Own At Home is not so Wise as they? though Some do so in simplicity of heart, being led in a throng, c-acp (p-acp dt n1 pp-f d) po32 d p-acp av-an vbz xx av j c-acp pns32? cs d vdb av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 99
358 and think no harme, yet of Other some it is to be feared, that, chusing their Teachers, they will in time make choice of the lesson which they intend to learne too, and think no harm, yet of Other Some it is to be feared, that, choosing their Teachers, they will in time make choice of the Lesson which they intend to Learn too, cc vvb dx n1, av pp-f j-jn d pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cst, vvg po32 n2, pns32 vmb p-acp n1 vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp vvi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 100
359 and then we may know what to look for of them: and then we may know what to look for of them: cc av pns12 vmb vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi c-acp pp-f pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 100
360 A Parlour, an Anabaptisticall Conventicle with a Censure of the Church and State, may chance to serve for a Temple, a Congregation and a Sermon. God deliver the Womb of this Church from that viperous Brood, which hath too long struggled in Her. A Parlour, an Anabaptistical Conventicle with a Censure of the Church and State, may chance to serve for a Temple, a Congregation and a Sermon. God deliver the Womb of this Church from that viperous Brood, which hath too long struggled in Her. dt n1, dt j n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1 cc n1, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1 cc dt n1. np1 vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d j n1, r-crq vhz av av-j vvn p-acp pno31 (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 100
361 But, suppose the covetousnesse of the Jmpropriator, or (which is worse) of the non-residing Incumbent, who come only at the sheep-shearing; But, suppose the covetousness of the Jmpropriator, or (which is Worse) of the non-residing Incumbent, who come only At the sheepshearing; p-acp, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc (r-crq vbz av-jc) pp-f dt j vvn, r-crq vvb av-j p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 100
362 suppose that These doe scarce leave enough behinde them to make a poor Curate speak, suppose that These do scarce leave enough behind them to make a poor Curate speak, vvb d d vdb av-j vvi av-d p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 101
363 except perhaps of his own wants, may wee not then seek out a Solomon abroad to heare Him? That case indeed is miserable and to be lamented. except perhaps of his own Wants, may we not then seek out a Solomon abroad to hear Him? That case indeed is miserable and to be lamented. c-acp av pp-f po31 d n2, vmb pns12 xx cs vvb av dt np1 av pc-acp vvi pno31? cst n1 av vbz j cc pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 101
364 God in his mercy, for the saving of those that are His, in due time free this Church from all those, who thus make Merchandise of the Soules of Men; God in his mercy, for the Saving of those that Are His, in due time free this Church from all those, who thus make Merchandise of the Souls of Men; np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d cst vbr png31, p-acp j-jn n1 vvi d n1 p-acp d d, r-crq av vvb n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 101
365 and that by putting either better Solomons in Their roome, or better Hearts in Them. and that by putting either better Solomons in Their room, or better Hearts in Them. cc cst p-acp vvg d j np1 p-acp po32 n1, cc jc n2 p-acp np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 101
366 In the mean time unlesse it can be shewed that Sacrifice is better than Obedience, a Journey further will hardly be altogether excused: In the mean time unless it can be showed that Sacrifice is better than obedience, a Journey further will hardly be altogether excused: p-acp dt j n1 cs pn31 vmb vbi vvn cst n1 vbz jc cs n1, dt n1 jc n1 av vbi av vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 102
367 withall it should be remembred too, that there is None so low, but hath something of God in him: withal it should be remembered too, that there is None so low, but hath something of God in him: av pn31 vmd vbi vvn av, cst pc-acp vbz pix av av-j, cc-acp vhz pi pp-f np1 p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 102
368 of God, who knows how to bring Light out of Darknesse, and to manifest Strength in Weaknesse, and by small meanes to bring Mighty things to passe; of God, who knows how to bring Light out of Darkness, and to manifest Strength in Weakness, and by small means to bring Mighty things to pass; pp-f np1, r-crq vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi j av pp-f n1, cc p-acp j n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 102
369 and surely the Water or Wisdome is never the worse, because it is brought in a Vessell of Wood. It were a weaknesse to be on the One side so easily content, and surely the Water or Wisdom is never the Worse, Because it is brought in a Vessel of Wood. It were a weakness to be on the One side so Easily content, cc av-j dt n1 cc n1 vbz av-x dt jc, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. pn31 vbdr dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt crd n1 av av-j j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 102
370 as not to care how litle we have; as not to care how little we have; c-acp xx pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j pns12 vhb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 102
371 and it would be a Presumption to be on the Other so wise in Owne Conceit, and it would be a Presumption to be on the Other so wise in Own Conceit, cc pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp vbb p-acp dt j-jn av j p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 103
372 as to prescribe unto God, what he shall doe for us. as to prescribe unto God, what he shall do for us. c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 103
373 If therefore any thing be wanting in Others parts, doe thou supply that with thy earnest Prayers & daily Meditations, and the plaine Honesty of thine own Heart, If Therefore any thing be wanting in Others parts, do thou supply that with thy earnest Prayers & daily Meditations, and the plain Honesty of thine own Heart, cs av d n1 vbb vvg p-acp n2-jn n2, vdb pns21 vvi cst p-acp po21 j n2 cc j n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f po21 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 103
374 for That indeed with a litle Teaching will be more to the purpose, and please God better, for That indeed with a little Teaching will be more to the purpose, and please God better, c-acp cst av p-acp dt j vvg vmb vbi av-dc p-acp dt n1, cc vvi np1 jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 103
375 than a great deale of Teaching, and litle Honesty therewith. But suppose there bee at Home a true Solomon indeed; than a great deal of Teaching, and little Honesty therewith. But suppose there be At Home a true Solomon indeed; cs dt j n1 pp-f vvg, cc j n1 av. p-acp vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp av-an dt j np1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 103
376 then, I hope, we need goe no further to seek out more; then, I hope, we need go no further to seek out more; av, pns11 vvb, pns12 vvb vvi av-dx av-jc pc-acp vvi av av-dc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 103
377 and who at home would not be ready and willing to Heare Him? Hee, which hath a peece of ground to bee seene, or an Yoke of Oxen to bee proved, or a Delilah to bee sported with; and who At home would not be ready and willing to Hear Him? He, which hath a piece of ground to be seen, or an Yoke of Oxen to be proved, or a Delilah to be sported with; cc r-crq p-acp av-an vmd xx vbi j cc j p-acp vvb pno31? pns31, r-crq vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc dt np1 pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 104
378 or perhaps a selfe-conceit of doing as much good by Reading at the same time in his Closet; or perhaps a Self-conceit of doing as much good by Reading At the same time in his Closet; cc av dt n1 pp-f vdg p-acp d j p-acp vvg p-acp dt d n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 104
379 These and such like, though call'd for, would not be very willing to come, but rather desire to bee excused; These and such like, though called for, would not be very willing to come, but rather desire to be excused; d cc d av-j, cs vvn p-acp, vmd xx vbi av j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp av-c vvb pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 104
380 nay, 'tis much to bee feared they would have no great desire to heare Solomon, though he should seek after and come home to them. nay, it's much to be feared they would have no great desire to hear Solomon, though he should seek After and come home to them. uh-x, pn31|vbz d pc-acp vbi vvn pns32 vmd vhi dx j n1 pc-acp vvi np1, c-acp pns31 vmd vvi a-acp cc vvb av-an p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 104
381 Of this Neglect of Hearing there might bee much said to good purpose, and scarce enough: Of this Neglect of Hearing there might be much said to good purpose, and scarce enough: pp-f d vvb pp-f vvg pc-acp vmd vbi av-d vvn p-acp j n1, cc av-j av-d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 105
382 but in steed hereof I must shut up this & conclude all; but in steed hereof I must shut up this & conclude all; cc-acp p-acp n1 av pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d cc vvi d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 105
383 and that shall be with humble Prayer unto Almighty God, that hee will bee pleased to grant us knowledge and true understanding of his Word; and that shall be with humble Prayer unto Almighty God, that he will be pleased to grant us knowledge and true understanding of his Word; cc cst vmb vbi p-acp j n1 p-acp j-jn np1, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 n1 cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 105
384 that, all Ignorance being expelled, we may know what his will and pleasure is in all things, that, all Ignorance being expelled, we may know what his will and pleasure is in all things, cst, d n1 vbg vvd, pns12 vmb vvi r-crq po31 n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 105
385 and how to doe our duties, and truly to walk in our vocations; and that we may also expresse in our living those things that wee doe know; and how to do our duties, and truly to walk in our vocations; and that we may also express in our living those things that we do know; cc c-crq pc-acp vdi po12 n2, cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2; cc cst pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp po12 j-vvg d n2 cst pns12 vdb vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 105
386 that we be not onely Knowers of his Word, but also Workers of the same; which is the way to be truly Wise; that we be not only Knowers of his Word, but also Workers of the same; which is the Way to be truly Wise; cst pns12 vbb xx j n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp av n2 pp-f dt d; r-crq vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi av-j j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 106
387 And hereunto, O Lord, we beseech Thee to incline our Eares, and open our Hearts to understand and imbrace whatsoever wee shall at any time Heare, that so wee may bee the more fit to glorifie Thee our God on Earth here, And hereunto, Oh Lord, we beseech Thee to incline our Ears, and open our Hearts to understand and embrace whatsoever we shall At any time Hear, that so we may be the more fit to Glorify Thee our God on Earth Here, cc av, uh n1, pns12 vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq pns12 vmb p-acp d n1 vvb, cst av pns12 vmb vbi dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi pno21 po12 n1 p-acp n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 106
388 and the better prepared to reigne with THEE and our JESVS for ever in Heaven hereafter; and the better prepared to Reign with THEE and our JESUS for ever in Heaven hereafter; cc dt av-jc vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21 cc po12 np1 p-acp av p-acp n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 106
389 and this we pray for, in the Mediation of JESVS CHRIST, To Whom with Thee, O Father and the Holy Ghost be all Glory and Honour now and for Ever, AMEN. FINIS. and this we pray for, in the Mediation of JESUS CHRIST, To Whom with Thee, Oh Father and the Holy Ghost be all Glory and Honour now and for Ever, AMEN. FINIS. cc d pns12 vvb p-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp ro-crq p-acp pno21, uh n1 cc dt j n1 vbb d n1 cc n1 av cc p-acp av, uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 107
390 Glory bee to GOD, Good will towards MEN. Glory be to GOD, Good will towards MEN. n1 vbb p-acp np1, j n1 p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 107

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