Insulae fortunatae A discourse shewing the happiness of these nations under our present governours & government, or, How they may be happy if they will themselves : delivered for substance in a sermon on a late solemn day appointed by authority for imploring the blessing of God upon his Majesty and the present Parliament / by R.A., pastor of the church at Henfield.

R. A. (Richard Allen)
Publisher: Printed by J C for the author
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1675
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A23647 ESTC ID: R5033 STC ID: A1044
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Ezra VII, 27;
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0 Insulae Fortunatae, &c. EZRA 7.27. Insulae Fortunatae, etc. EZRA 7.27. fw-la fw-la, av np1 crd. (5) text (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Blessed be the Lord God of our Fathers, who hath put such a thing as this in the Kings Heart, to Beautifie the House of the Lord which is in Jerusalem. Blessed be the Lord God of our Father's, who hath put such a thing as this in the Kings Heart, to Beautify the House of the Lord which is in Jerusalem. vvn vbb dt n1 np1 pp-f po12 n2, r-crq vhz vvn d dt n1 c-acp d p-acp dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1. (5) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 THe House of the Lord was then the Temple at Jerusalem; but now every place set apart and Consecrated to the Worship and Service of God, is, THe House of the Lord was then the Temple At Jerusalem; but now every place Set apart and Consecrated to the Worship and Service of God, is, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds av dt n1 p-acp np1; p-acp av d n1 vvd av cc j-vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbz, (5) text (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 and may be rightly called his House. and may be rightly called his House. cc vmb vbi av-jn vvn po31 n1. (5) text (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 The Temple at Jerusalem was burnt with Fire by the Chaldees, restored again by the Kings of Persia; Cyrus laid the Foundation, Darius finisht the Building, Artaxerxes furnisht the House with all Necessaries for the Service of God; The Temple At Jerusalem was burned with Fire by the Chaldees, restored again by the Kings of Persiam; Cyrus laid the Foundation, Darius finished the Building, Artaxerxes furnished the House with all Necessaries for the Service of God; dt n1 p-acp np1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt np2, vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; npg1 vvd dt n1, npg1 vvn dt n1, npg1 vvn dt n1 p-acp d n2-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (5) text (DIV1) 3 Page 1
5 for he sent Ezra the Scribe, with Presents of Gold and Silver to buy Meat-Offerings and Drink-Offerings, Bullocks, Rams, for he sent Ezra the Scribe, with Presents of Gold and Silver to buy Meat offerings and Drink offerings, Bullocks, Rams, c-acp pns31 vvd np1 dt vvi, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2, n2, n2, (5) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
6 and Lambs, to offer upon the Altar of the House of God, as the God of Heaven had Commanded: and Lambs, to offer upon the Altar of the House of God, as the God of Heaven had Commanded: cc n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vhd vvn: (5) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
7 And thus he Beautified the House of God. And thus he Beautified the House of God. cc av pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
8 At the same time the Jews were restored to the enjoyment of many Temporal Blessings and sweet comforts in their own Country, a Land flowing with Milk and Honey: At the same time the jews were restored to the enjoyment of many Temporal Blessings and sweet comforts in their own Country, a Land flowing with Milk and Honey: p-acp dt d n1 dt np2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc j n2 p-acp po32 d n1, dt n1 vvg p-acp n1 cc n1: (5) text (DIV1) 4 Page 2
9 But Ezra passeth by all these, as of small value, in comparison, and blesseth God for restoring his Holy Worship and Service in his own House at Jerusalem. But Ezra passes by all these, as of small valve, in comparison, and Blesses God for restoring his Holy Worship and Service in his own House At Jerusalem. p-acp np1 vvz p-acp d d, c-acp pp-f j n1, p-acp n1, cc vvz np1 p-acp vvg po31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp np1. (5) text (DIV1) 4 Page 2
10 Obs. 1. That true Religion, the pure Worship and Service of God, is the fairest Beauty of Gods House; Obs. 1. That true Religion, the pure Worship and Service of God, is the Fairest Beauty of God's House; np1 crd cst j n1, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt js n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (5) text (DIV1) 5 Page 2
11 Faithful Pastors, and Godly People, the richest Ornaments. Faithful Pastors, and Godly People, the Richest Ornament. j ng1, cc j n1, dt js n2. (5) text (DIV1) 5 Page 2
12 Obs. 2. That of all Blessings under Heaven, the Truth of Religion, the Purity of Gods Worship, Obs. 2. That of all Blessings under Heaven, the Truth of Religion, the Purity of God's Worship, np1 crd cst pp-f d n2 p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (5) text (DIV1) 6 Page 2
13 and the enjoyment of them in his Ordinances, is the chiefest, choicest, and most precious. and the enjoyment of them in his Ordinances, is the chiefest, Choicest, and most precious. cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp po31 n2, vbz dt js-jn, js, cc av-ds j. (5) text (DIV1) 6 Page 2
14 It is as the Ark of God to Israel, and to the House of Obed-Edom; the glory, riches and strength of a Nation. It is as the Ark of God to Israel, and to the House of Obed-Edom; the glory, riches and strength of a nation. pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; dt n1, n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) text (DIV1) 7 Page 2
15 As the Temple was then ( Ezek. 24.21.) such is now the House of God, beautified with the truth of Religion, and purity of Divine Worship: As the Temple was then (Ezekiel 24.21.) such is now the House of God, beautified with the truth of Religion, and purity of Divine Worship: p-acp dt n1 vbds av (np1 crd.) d vbz av dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1: (5) text (DIV1) 7 Page 2
16 It is the Excellency of our Strength; the main Bulwark of our Peace and Safety; the surest Ground or Foundation of all true Happiness, National or Personal. It is the Excellency of our Strength; the main Bulwark of our Peace and Safety; the Surest Ground or Foundation of all true Happiness, National or Personal. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1; dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1, j cc j. (5) text (DIV1) 7 Page 2
17 Our Saxon Ancestors, in their Witten-Gemotts, used, in the first place, to consult about Affairs of the Church, and Matters of Religion; Our Saxon Ancestors, in their Witten-Gemotts, used, in the First place, to consult about Affairs of the Church, and Matters of Religion; po12 njp n2, p-acp po32 j, vvn, p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f n1; (5) text (DIV1) 7 Page 2
18 and when those things were well setled, then followed Affairs of the Commonwealth: Our Pious Ancestors rightly conceiving, that Religion was the principal and most precious; and when those things were well settled, then followed Affairs of the Commonwealth: Our Pious Ancestors rightly conceiving, that Religion was the principal and most precious; cc c-crq d n2 vbdr av vvn, av vvd n2 pp-f dt n1: po12 j n2 av-jn vvg, cst n1 vbds dt j-jn cc av-ds j; (5) text (DIV1) 7 Page 2
19 and that if Gods Business were done first, their own would thrive the better; and that if God's Business were done First, their own would thrive the better; cc cst cs npg1 n1 vbdr vdn ord, po32 vvb vmd vvi dt jc; (5) text (DIV1) 7 Page 3
20 according to that of our Saviour (Matth. 6.33.) Seek ye first the Kingdom of God, according to that of our Saviour (Matthew 6.33.) Seek you First the Kingdom of God, vvg p-acp d pp-f po12 n1 (np1 crd.) vvb pn22 ord dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) text (DIV1) 7 Page 3
21 and all these things shall be added. There is no loss of time in seeking Gods Kingdom first. and all these things shall be added. There is no loss of time in seeking God's Kingdom First. cc d d n2 vmb vbi vvn. pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg npg1 n1 ord. (5) text (DIV1) 7 Page 3
22 Now it cannot be denied, but that this Nation hath received of God, by the hands of our Gracious Soveraign, many rich Mercies, which call aloud for returns of Thankfulness unto God, of Love and Loyalty to our Soveraign; Now it cannot be denied, but that this nation hath received of God, by the hands of our Gracious Sovereign, many rich mercies, which call aloud for returns of Thankfulness unto God, of Love and Loyalty to our Sovereign; av pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp cst d n1 vhz vvn pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 j n-jn, d j n2, r-crq vvb av p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n-jn; (5) text (DIV1) 8 Page 3
23 but instead hereof, we hear unthankful murmures and complaints. The World was ever given to it; but instead hereof, we hear unthankful murmurs and complaints. The World was ever given to it; cc-acp av av, pns12 vvb j n2 cc n2. dt n1 vbds av vvn p-acp pn31; (5) text (DIV1) 8 Page 3
24 and we can expect no other of men, who never know when they are well: and we can expect no other of men, who never know when they Are well: cc pns12 vmb vvi dx j-jn pp-f n2, r-crq av-x vvb c-crq pns32 vbr av: (5) text (DIV1) 8 Page 3
25 But we have as much cause to bless God for our Good King, as ever Ezra had for the Great King. To stop the mouths then of such querulous people that are never content, I shall endeavour to shew you, But we have as much cause to bless God for our Good King, as ever Ezra had for the Great King. To stop the mouths then of such querulous people that Are never content, I shall endeavour to show you, cc-acp pns12 vhb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po12 j n1, c-acp av np1 vhd p-acp dt j n1. pc-acp vvi dt n2 av pp-f d j n1 cst vbr av j, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22, (5) text (DIV1) 8 Page 3
26 how much we are bound to return all Loyalty, Love and Obedience to our Pious Soveraign, with due Honour and Respect to our Religious Parliament, how much we Are bound to return all Loyalty, Love and obedience to our Pious Sovereign, with due Honour and Respect to our Religious Parliament, c-crq av-d pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 j n-jn, p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 j n1, (5) text (DIV1) 8 Page 3
27 for all the good they have done us, enough to make us an happy People, if we will our selves. for all the good they have done us, enough to make us an happy People, if we will our selves. p-acp d dt j pns32 vhb vdn pno12, av-d pc-acp vvi pno12 dt j n1, cs pns12 vmb po12 n2. (5) text (DIV1) 8 Page 3
28 First, It is not so long since, but that we may remember, when we were under the Conduct of Blind Guides, who knew not what they did, nor whither they were roaving; First, It is not so long since, but that we may Remember, when we were under the Conduct of Blind Guides, who knew not what they did, nor whither they were roving; ord, pn31 vbz xx av av-j a-acp, cc-acp cst pns12 vmb vvi, c-crq pns12 vbdr p-acp dt vvb pp-f j n2, r-crq vvd xx r-crq pns32 vdd, ccx c-crq pns32 vbdr j-vvg; (5) text (DIV1) 9 Page 3
29 for they were in the Dark themselves, (witness their own confession in the Armies Remonstrance ) and led us into such a miserable Confusion, that none but our Soveraign did, for they were in the Dark themselves, (witness their own Confessi in the Armies Remonstrance) and led us into such a miserable Confusion, that none but our Sovereign did, c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt j px32, (n1 po32 d n1 p-acp dt n2 n1) cc vvd pno12 p-acp d dt j n1, cst pix cc-acp po12 n-jn vdd, (5) text (DIV1) 9 Page 3
30 or could save us from utter Desolation: or could save us from utter Desolation: cc vmd vvi pno12 p-acp j n1: (5) text (DIV1) 9 Page 3
31 and had it not been for his great Prudence and Moderation, we might have been in as bad a condition again. and had it not been for his great Prudence and Moderation, we might have been in as bad a condition again. cc vhd pn31 xx vbn p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, pns12 vmd vhi vbn p-acp c-acp j dt n1 av. (5) text (DIV1) 9 Page 4
32 Secondly, His Majesty was no sooner returned to the exercise of his Royal Authority, but his first care was for the House of God, to cast out the Filth and Rubbish, Secondly, His Majesty was no sooner returned to the exercise of his Royal authority, but his First care was for the House of God, to cast out the Filth and Rubbish, ord, po31 n1 vbds av-dx av-c vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, cc-acp po31 ord n1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc n1, (5) text (DIV1) 10 Page 4
33 and to prepare a people for the service of God. and to prepare a people for the service of God. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) text (DIV1) 10 Page 4
34 In his Proclamation ( May 30. 1660.) against Impiety and Licentiousness, Drunkenness, Swearing, Railing at good things, &c. against Vicious, Debauched and Prophane people, who in in truth (saith his Majesty) have discredited my Cause, and are a discredit to any Cause they pretend to favour. In his Proclamation (May 30. 1660.) against Impiety and Licentiousness, drunkenness, Swearing, Railing At good things, etc. against Vicious, Debauched and Profane people, who in in truth (Says his Majesty) have discredited my Cause, and Are a discredit to any Cause they pretend to favour. p-acp po31 n1 (vmb crd crd) p-acp n1 cc n1, n1, vvg, j-vvg p-acp j n2, av p-acp j, j-vvn cc j n1, r-crq p-acp p-acp n1 (vvz po31 n1) vhb vvn po11 n1, cc vbr dt n1 p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi. (5) text (DIV1) 10 Page 4
35 Nothing so much polluteth the House of God, nothing such a shame and scandal to our Church and Religion, Nothing so much polluteth the House of God, nothing such a shame and scandal to our Church and Religion, np1 av av-d vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, pix av dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, (5) text (DIV1) 10 Page 4
36 as the vicious Lives and lewd Conversation of too many that pretend to hold Communion with us. as the vicious Lives and lewd Conversation of too many that pretend to hold Communion with us. c-acp dt j n2 cc j n1 pp-f av d cst vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12. (5) text (DIV1) 10 Page 4
37 Thirdly, His Majesties next care for the House of God, was in his Proclamation ( Aug. 20. 1663.) for better Sanctifying or keeping Holy the Lords Day, that his Holy Service might be more frequented, Thirdly, His Majesties next care for the House of God, was in his Proclamation (Aug. 20. 1663.) for better Sanctifying or keeping Holy the lords Day, that his Holy Service might be more frequented, ord, po31 ng1 ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbds p-acp po31 n1 (np1 crd crd) p-acp jc j-vvg cc vvg j dt ng1 n1, cst po31 j n1 vmd vbi av-dc vvn, (5) text (DIV1) 11 Page 4
38 and his House filled with the Incense of Prayers, and the Sacrifice of Praise and Thanksgiving for all his Mercies. and his House filled with the Incense of Prayers, and the Sacrifice of Praise and Thanksgiving for all his mercies. cc po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d po31 n2. (5) text (DIV1) 11 Page 4
39 The Lords Work must be done on the Lords Day, or else it is not his Day, but ours. The lords Work must be done on the lords Day, or Else it is not his Day, but ours. dt n2 n1 vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt n2 n1, cc av pn31 vbz xx po31 n1, cc-acp png12. (5) text (DIV1) 11 Page 4
40 Fourthly, His Majesty took care of Beautifying the House of God, in his Order for Augmentation of small Benefices, Fourthly, His Majesty took care of Beautifying the House of God, in his Order for Augmentation of small Benefices, ord, po31 n1 vvd n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j n2, (5) text (DIV1) 12 Page 4
41 for the encouragement of Faithful Pastors, to adorn the House of God with sound Doctrine, and their Doctrine with Holy Life. for the encouragement of Faithful Pastors, to adorn the House of God with found Doctrine, and their Doctrine with Holy Life. p-acp dt n1 pp-f j ng1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n1, cc po32 n1 p-acp j n1. (5) text (DIV1) 12 Page 4
42 A worthy Member of Parliament (Sir B. R. ) once told the House, that Scandalous Livings make Scandalous Ministers, both in Life and Doctrine. A worthy Member of Parliament (Sir B. R.) once told the House, that Scandalous Livings make Scandalous Ministers, both in Life and Doctrine. dt j n1 pp-f n1 (n1 np1 np1) a-acp vvd dt n1, cst j n2-vvg vvi j n2, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) text (DIV1) 12 Page 4
43 Fifthly, His Majesties special care for the House of God, appeared in his Gracious Condescentions to the Honourable Parliament. Fifthly, His Majesties special care for the House of God, appeared in his Gracious Condescensions to the Honourable Parliament. ord, po31 ng1 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp dt j n1. (5) text (DIV1) 13 Page 5
44 His Majesties Invitations of that Great Assembly to prepare Laws against the Growth of Popery, His Majesties Invitations of that Great Assembly to prepare Laws against the Growth of Popery, po31 ng1 n2 pp-f d j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) text (DIV1) 13 Page 5
45 and to prepare more severe Laws against Impiety and Licentiousness, are a sure Evidence of his Pious Resolution to maintain the true Protestant Religion, Piety and Vertue: and to prepare more severe Laws against Impiety and Licentiousness, Are a sure Evidence of his Pious Resolution to maintain the true Protestant Religion, Piety and Virtue: cc pc-acp vvi av-dc j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, vbr dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 n1, n1 cc n1: (5) text (DIV1) 13 Page 5
46 And their Return of Thankfulness to his Majesty for those Solemn Endearing Invitations, and their making such good Laws for securing our Religion, Peace and Safety (whereto also the Royal Assent gave Life and Being) give assurance of their Faithfulness, Piety and Zeal for the Glory of God, and good of their Country. And their Return of Thankfulness to his Majesty for those Solemn Endearing Invitations, and their making such good Laws for securing our Religion, Peace and Safety (whereto also the Royal Assent gave Life and Being) give assurance of their Faithfulness, Piety and Zeal for the Glory of God, and good of their Country. cc po32 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d j vvg n2, cc po32 vvg d j n2 p-acp vvg po12 n1, n1 cc n1 (c-crq av dt j n1 vvd n1 cc vbg) vvb n1 pp-f po32 n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc j pp-f po32 n1. (5) text (DIV1) 13 Page 5
47 Blessed be God for this sweet Union; and let all the people say Amen. Blessed be God for this sweet union; and let all the people say Amen. j-vvn vbb np1 p-acp d j n1; cc vvb d dt n1 vvb uh-n. (5) text (DIV1) 13 Page 5
48 The Kings and Parliaments of England, from time to time, have always kept the Papal Power at Staves-end: The Kings and Parliaments of England, from time to time, have always kept the Papal Power At Staves-end: dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vhb av vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1: (5) text (DIV1) 14 Page 5
49 K. Henry 8. shook it quite off; K. Edward 6. restored the true Protestant Religion that had been under Restraint. K. Henry 8. shook it quite off; K. Edward 6. restored the true Protestant Religion that had been under Restraint. n1 np1 crd vvd pn31 av a-acp; n1 np1 crd vvd dt j n1 n1 cst vhd vbn p-acp n1. (5) text (DIV1) 14 Page 5
50 It was not called by that Name, till the Assembly at Spires: but yet that Religion that Protestants profess, was taught by Christ and his holy Apostles, It was not called by that Name, till the Assembly At Spires: but yet that Religion that Protestants profess, was taught by christ and his holy Apostles, pn31 vbds xx vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp vvz: p-acp av d n1 cst n2 vvb, vbds vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 j n2, (5) text (DIV1) 14 Page 5
51 and hath continued to this day. and hath continued to this day. cc vhz vvn p-acp d n1. (5) text (DIV1) 14 Page 5
52 The Famous Qu. Elizabeth maintained the same against all opposition, and raised a Fort-Royal out of Holy Scripture in our 39. Articles, against the future Invasion of Heresie, Idolatry, and Superstition. The Famous Qu. Elizabeth maintained the same against all opposition, and raised a Fort-Royal out of Holy Scripture in our 39. Articles, against the future Invasion of Heresy, Idolatry, and Superstition. dt j n1 np1 vvd dt d p-acp d n1, cc vvd dt j av pp-f j n1 p-acp po12 crd n2, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1. (5) text (DIV1) 14 Page 5
53 The Noble K. James, with his Learned Pen, gave the Adversary such a Deadly Wound that can never be healed: The Noble K. James, with his Learned Pen, gave the Adversary such a Deadly Wound that can never be healed: dt j n1 np1, p-acp po31 j n1, vvd dt n1 d dt j n1 cst vmb av-x vbi vvn: (5) text (DIV1) 14 Page 5
54 Our late Dear Soveraign, like a Glorious Martyr, laid down his precious Life n defence of the true Protestant Religion; Our late Dear Sovereign, like a Glorious Martyr, laid down his precious Life n defence of the true Protestant Religion; po12 j j-jn n-jn, av-j dt j n1, vvn a-acp po31 j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 n1; (5) text (DIV1) 14 Page 6
55 and our Dread Soveraign that now is, like a Royal Confesfor, made open and constant Profession of it, in the midst of strong Temptations to the contrary. and our Dread Sovereign that now is, like a Royal Confesfor, made open and constant Profession of it, in the midst of strong Temptations to the contrary. cc po12 j n-jn cst av vbz, av-j dt j n1, vvd j cc j n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n-jn. (5) text (DIV1) 14 Page 6
56 And now our Pious Soveraign, insisting in the steps of those glorious Princes, his most Noble Progenitors, hath done like a Tender Father of his Country; And now our Pious Sovereign, insisting in the steps of those glorious Princes, his most Noble Progenitors, hath done like a Tender Father of his Country; cc av po12 j n-jn, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n2, po31 av-ds j n2, vhz vdn av-j dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1; (5) text (DIV1) 15 Page 6
57 and the Honourable Parliament, like Faithful Patriots, in maintaining the Church of England, and the true Protestant Religion, against the Encroachments of Popery, and the Honourable Parliament, like Faithful Patriots, in maintaining the Church of England, and the true Protestant Religion, against the Encroachments of Popery, cc dt j n1, av-j j n2, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (5) text (DIV1) 15 Page 6
58 and the Church of Rome; and that for divers weighty Reasons, concerning both our Temporal and Spiritual State. and the Church of Room; and that for diverse weighty Reasons, Concerning both our Temporal and Spiritual State. cc dt n1 pp-f vvb; cc cst p-acp j j n2, vvg d po12 j cc j n1. (5) text (DIV1) 15 Page 6
59 First, Because the Church of Rome sets up a Power over Soveraign Princes, to control them in their own Dominions, to the great disturbance of Publick Peace. First, Because the Church of Room sets up a Power over Sovereign Princes, to control them in their own Dominions, to the great disturbance of Public Peace. ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 d n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1. (5) text (DIV1) 16 Page 6
60 Pope Gregory the Third Excommunicated the Emperour Leo, called Iconomachus; which caused such a mischievous breach in the Empire, that proved the Ruine of Christendom. Pope Gregory the Third Excommunicated the Emperor Leo, called Iconoclast; which caused such a mischievous breach in the Empire, that proved the Ruin of Christendom. np1 np1 dt ord vvn dt n1 np1, vvn np1; r-crq vvd d dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vvd dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) text (DIV1) 16 Page 6
61 But the Church of England teacheth Obedience to Princes, according to the Word of God: But the Church of England Teaches obedience to Princes, according to the Word of God: p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1 p-acp n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (5) text (DIV1) 16 Page 6
62 and we are bound by our Oaths of Supremacy and Allegiance to withstand the Papal Power, and we Are bound by our Oaths of Supremacy and Allegiance to withstand the Papal Power, cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (5) text (DIV1) 16 Page 6
63 because it cannot stand with the Peace and Safety of the Nation. Secondly, Popery is stained with much Blood, and charged with Treachery and Cruelty; Because it cannot stand with the Peace and Safety of the nation. Secondly, Popery is stained with much Blood, and charged with Treachery and Cruelty; c-acp pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. ord, n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, cc vvd p-acp n1 cc n1; (5) text (DIV1) 16 Page 6
64 whereof our Fifth of November is a Perpetual Memorial, and the World a Witness. The Church of England teacheth us to love one another, and pray for our Enemies. whereof our Fifth of November is a Perpetual Memorial, and the World a Witness. The Church of England Teaches us to love one Another, and pray for our Enemies. c-crq po12 ord pp-f np1 vbz dt j n-jn, cc dt n1 dt n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi pi j-jn, cc vvb p-acp po12 n2. (5) text (DIV1) 17 Page 6
65 Thirdly, Popery is an Heavy Burden without benefit, in a long Train of unnecessary people, who at once robbed the Church of her Patrimony, Thirdly, Popery is an Heavy Burden without benefit, in a long Train of unnecessary people, who At once robbed the Church of her Patrimony, ord, n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq p-acp a-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (5) text (DIV1) 18 Page 7
66 and devoured the riches of the Land: and devoured the riches of the Land: cc vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (5) text (DIV1) 18 Page 7
67 Insomuch that a Noble King of this Nation used to say, Monks have too much, and Princes too little. Insomuch that a Noble King of this nation used to say, Monks have too much, and Princes too little. av cst dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, n2 vhb av av-d, cc n2 av j. (5) text (DIV1) 18 Page 7
68 Hereupon they began to fear him, and conspired against him; but were prevented by a very strange Providence. Hereupon they began to Fear him, and conspired against him; but were prevented by a very strange Providence. av pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvn p-acp pno31; cc-acp vbdr vvn p-acp dt j j n1. (5) text (DIV1) 18 Page 7
69 The Ministers of the Church, at this day, live most upon their leavings, and Starve themselves to Feed you. The Ministers of the Church, At this day, live most upon their leavings, and Starve themselves to Feed you. dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d n1, vvb av-ds p-acp po32 n2-vvg, cc vvb px32 pc-acp vvb pn22. (5) text (DIV1) 18 Page 7
70 Fourthly, Because the Church of Rome is such an hard Mother to her Children, in locking up from them the Bread of Life, Fourthly, Because the Church of Room is such an hard Mother to her Children, in locking up from them the Bred of Life, ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz d dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
71 and true Food of their Souls, which their Heavenly Father so freely gives them; and true Food of their Souls, which their Heavenly Father so freely gives them; cc j n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq po32 j n1 av av-j vvz pno32; (5) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
72 and instead thereof, feeding them with Trash, Fabulous Legends, Dreams, Visions, Revelations, &c. teaching for Doctrines the Commandments of men, and making the Word of God of no effect, through their Traditions: and instead thereof, feeding them with Trash, Fabulous Legends, Dreams, Visions, Revelations, etc. teaching for Doctrines the commandments of men, and making the Word of God of no Effect, through their Traditions: cc av av, vvg pno32 p-acp n1, j n2, n2, n2, n2, av vvg p-acp n2 dt n2 pp-f n2, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f dx n1, p-acp po32 n2: (5) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
73 But the Church of England lays open before you the Holy Scriptures of Truth; But the Church of England lays open before you the Holy Scriptures of Truth; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz j p-acp pn22 dt j n2 pp-f n1; (5) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
74 sets before you the Bread of Life, and feeds you with sincere Milk of the Word, drawn from the Breasts of the Old and New Testament. sets before you the Bred of Life, and feeds you with sincere Milk of the Word, drawn from the Breasts of the Old and New Testament. vvz p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz pn22 p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1. (5) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
75 Fifthly, Popery polluteth the House of God with Idols, and the Land with Idolatry, in their Image-worship, Adoration of Saints, Fifthly, Popery polluteth the House of God with Idols, and the Land with Idolatry, in their Image-worship, Adoration of Saints, ord, n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, cc dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp po32 n1, n1 pp-f n2, (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 7
76 and their Reliques, &c. Pope Boniface the Fourth, who begged the Pantheon of Phocas the Emperour, in place of the Heathen Gods and Goddesses set up the Images of the Virgin Mary, and all Saints; and their Relics, etc. Pope Boniface the Fourth, who begged the Pantheon of Phocas the Emperor, in place of the Heathen God's and Goddesses Set up the Images of the Virgae Marry, and all Saints; cc po32 n2, av n1 np1 dt ord, r-crq vvd dt np1 pp-f np1 dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 cc n2 vvn a-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 uh, cc d n2; (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 7
77 changeing the Names of the Idols, but not the Nature of the Idolatry. changing the Names of the Idols, but not the Nature of the Idolatry. vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 7
78 For (1) The Heathen had Tutelar Gods and Goddesses for Countries, Cities, Hills, Dales, &c. so now there be Titular Saints for all places and purposes; For (1) The Heathen had Tutelar God's and Goddesses for Countries, Cities, Hills, Dales, etc. so now there be Titular Saints for all places and Purposes; p-acp (vvn) dt j-jn vhn j n2 cc n2 p-acp n2, n2, n2, n2, av av av pc-acp vbi j n2 p-acp d n2 cc n2; (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
79 Vigilius, the Tutelar Saint of the Valley of Trent, &c. (2) The Heathen acknowledged one Supreme God, accounting all the rest as Mediators of Intercession; Vigilius, the Tutelar Saint of the Valley of Trent, etc. (2) The Heathen acknowledged one Supreme God, accounting all the rest as Mediators of Intercession; np1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av (crd) dt j-jn vvd pi j np1, vvg d dt n1 c-acp n2 pp-f n1; (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
80 examples whereof may be seen in their Poets. The Saints are now put in that Office: Examples whereof may be seen in their Poets. The Saints Are now put in that Office: n2 c-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2. dt n2 vbr av vvn p-acp d n1: (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
81 Prayer was made in the Council of Trent for Divine Assistance, by the Intercession of Vigilius. (3) The Heathen were not so bruitish to take Idols of Wood and Stone for Gods able to help them; Prayer was made in the Council of Trent for Divine Assistance, by the Intercession of Vigilius. (3) The Heathen were not so brutish to take Idols of Wood and Stone for God's able to help them; n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (crd) dt j-jn vbdr xx av j pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp npg1 j pc-acp vvi pno32; (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
82 but in the Idol, or Image, worshipped some Deity represented thereby. Our Adversaries, at this day, make no other Excuse. but in the Idol, or Image, worshipped Some Deity represented thereby. Our Adversaries, At this day, make no other Excuse. cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc n1, vvn d n1 vvn av. po12 n2, p-acp d n1, vvb dx j-jn n1. (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
83 Some wiser Heathens disliked Images for a two-fold Reason: (1) Because they drew men from the true Worship: some Wiser heathens disliked Images for a twofold Reason: (1) Because they drew men from the true Worship: d jc n2-jn vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 n1: (vvd) c-acp pns32 vvd n2 p-acp dt j n1: (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
84 And (2) From the true knowledge of God. And (2) From the true knowledge of God. cc (crd) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
85 For this Reason, the Pagan-Romans at first had no Images, accounting it Sacriledge, &c. (Plutarch in Numa. ) The Council of Trent hath made some provision against the superstitious abuse of Images, Reliques, &c. but to no purpose: For this Reason, the Pagan-Romans At First had not Images, accounting it Sacrilege, etc. (Plutarch in Numa.) The Council of Trent hath made Some provision against the superstitious abuse of Images, Relics, etc. but to no purpose: p-acp d n1, dt j p-acp ord vhd xx n2, vvg pn31 n1, av (np1 p-acp np1.) dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, n2, av p-acp p-acp dx n1: (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
86 For we are exhorted (1 Joh. 5.21.) to keep our selves from Idols; For we Are exhorted (1 John 5.21.) to keep our selves from Idols; c-acp pns12 vbr vvn (vvd np1 crd.) p-acp vvb po12 n2 p-acp n2; (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
87 not from Idolatry, but from Idols: For the holy Apostle knew well the corrupt Nature of Man is such, that if Idols be in sight, Idolatry will certainly follow. not from Idolatry, but from Idols: For the holy Apostle knew well the corrupt Nature of Man is such, that if Idols be in sighed, Idolatry will Certainly follow. xx p-acp n1, p-acp p-acp n2: p-acp dt j n1 vvd av dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz d, cst cs n2 vbb p-acp n1, n1 vmb av-j vvi. (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
88 For this cause, not only the Adoring, but the very Making of Images is expresly forbidden by the Law of God. For this cause, not only the Adoring, but the very Making of Images is expressly forbidden by the Law of God. p-acp d n1, xx av-j dt vvg, p-acp dt j vvg pp-f n2 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
89 Now the Church of England, as a careful Mother, cast out the Worship of Saints, their Images, Reliques, &c. to keep her Children from the great peril of Idolatry; Now the Church of England, as a careful Mother, cast out the Worship of Saints, their Images, Relics, etc. to keep her Children from the great peril of Idolatry; av dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1, vvd av dt n1 pp-f n2, po32 n2, n2, av pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
90 a Sin so heinous, that it provokes the fierce Wrath of God against a Nation, and excludes for ever out of Heaven. a since so heinous, that it provokes the fierce Wrath of God against a nation, and excludes for ever out of Heaven. dt n1 av j, cst pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz p-acp av av pp-f n1. (5) text (DIV1) 20 Page 8
91 Sixthly, The Church of Rome is very unreasonable, in requiring us to believe things that they scarce believe themselves; Sixthly, The Church of Room is very unreasonable, in requiring us to believe things that they scarce believe themselves; j, dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz av j, p-acp vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi n2 cst pns32 av-j vvi px32; (5) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
92 to receive for Truth, that which the Word of God saith expresly is false; to agree with them, who could never yet agree among themselves: to receive for Truth, that which the Word of God Says expressly is false; to agree with them, who could never yet agree among themselves: p-acp vvi p-acp n1, cst r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz av-j vbz j; pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, r-crq vmd av-x av vvi p-acp px32: (5) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
93 They are angry with us, because we will not take their bare word without proof, nor grant that which they could never yet shew us any certain ground for: They Are angry with us, Because we will not take their bore word without proof, nor grant that which they could never yet show us any certain ground for: pns32 vbr j p-acp pno12, c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi po32 j n1 p-acp n1, ccx vvb d r-crq pns32 vmd av-x av vvi pno12 d j n1 c-acp: (5) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
94 for Councils have erred, Popes have been deceived, and divided in thirty Schisms; for Councils have erred, Popes have been deceived, and divided in thirty Schisms; c-acp n2 vhb vvn, n2 vhb vbn vvn, cc vvn p-acp crd n2; (5) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
95 have Condemned one another, Decreed one contrary to another, and used one another very uncharitably, to speak the best: have Condemned one Another, Decreed one contrary to Another, and used one Another very uncharitably, to speak the best: vhb vvn pi j-jn, vvn pi j-jn p-acp j-jn, cc vvd pi j-jn av av-j, pc-acp vvi dt js: (5) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
96 Their last Council laid a Foundation of Religion that cannot possibly hold or stand together. Their last Council laid a Foundation of Religion that cannot possibly hold or stand together. po32 ord n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vmbx av-j vvi cc vvi av. (5) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
97 A Learned Carmelite warned them of it, and opposed it with such solid Reasons, that the Council could not answer, A Learned Carmelite warned them of it, and opposed it with such solid Reasons, that the Council could not answer, dt j np1 vvd pno32 pp-f pn31, cc vvd pn31 p-acp d j n2, cst dt n1 vmd xx vvi, (5) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
98 but thought fit to stop his mouth with a Check. but Thought fit to stop his Mouth with a Check. cc-acp vvd j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
99 And how can any man rest satisfied in the Judgment and Decision of men, that understand not the matters in question? For in the Debate between Soto and Catharinus about two most important Articles of Faith, some of the Prelates confessed openly, that they understood not the differences. And how can any man rest satisfied in the Judgement and Decision of men, that understand not the matters in question? For in the Debate between Soto and Catharinus about two most important Articles of Faith, Some of the Prelates confessed openly, that they understood not the differences. cc q-crq vmb d n1 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, cst vvb xx dt n2 p-acp n1? p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp crd av-ds j n2 pp-f n1, d pp-f dt n2 vvd av-j, cst pns32 vvd xx dt n2. (5) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
100 (Hist. Coun. Trent) But the Church of England builds her Doctrine upon sure grounds, (Hist. Coun. Trent) But the Church of England builds her Doctrine upon sure grounds, (np1 np1 np1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp j n2, (5) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
101 even the Foundations of the Apostles and Prophets; upon the pure Word of God contained in holy Scripture. even the Foundations of the Apostles and prophets; upon the pure Word of God contained in holy Scripture. av dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2; p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp j n1. (5) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
102 What shall we do now with Roman Catholicks? Labour to out-shine them in Holy Life, What shall we do now with Roman Catholics? Labour to outshine them in Holy Life, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi av p-acp njp njp2? n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n1, (5) text (DIV1) 22 Page 9
103 and out-do them in Good Works; and outdo them in Good Works; cc vvb pno32 p-acp j vvz; (5) text (DIV1) 22 Page 9
104 the best way either to win them, or put them to silence, or force them to confess, that of a truth God is amongst us. the best Way either to win them, or put them to silence, or force them to confess, that of a truth God is among us. dt js n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvd pno32 p-acp n1, cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, cst pp-f dt n1 np1 vbz p-acp pno12. (5) text (DIV1) 22 Page 9
105 There would soon be less Controversie, if more Conscience were made of those things that be without Controversie. There would son be less Controversy, if more Conscience were made of those things that be without Controversy. a-acp vmd n1 vbi av-dc n1, cs n1 n1 vbdr vvn pp-f d n2 cst vbb p-acp n1. (5) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
106 And now our Religion is secured and safe, what is there else that any man can murmure at? And now our Religion is secured and safe, what is there Else that any man can murmur At? cc av po12 n1 vbz vvn cc j, r-crq vbz a-acp av cst d n1 vmb vvi p-acp? (5) text (DIV1) 23 Page 10
107 Is it Monarchy? that is asserted by its worst Enemies, who after they had marched thorough all forms of Government, at last saw a necessity of retiring back to a Single Person, who wanted nothing of a King but Right and Title. Is it Monarchy? that is asserted by its worst Enemies, who After they had marched through all forms of Government, At last saw a necessity of retiring back to a Single Person, who wanted nothing of a King but Right and Title. vbz pn31 n1? cst vbz vvn p-acp po31 js n2, r-crq c-acp pns32 vhd vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, p-acp ord vvd dt n1 pp-f vvg av p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvd pix pp-f dt n1 p-acp n-jn cc n1. (5) text (DIV1) 24 Page 10
108 Do any distaste our Liturgy? that is allowed for sound and good, in the Doctrinal part at least, by Learned and Pious Adversaries. Do any distaste our Liturgy? that is allowed for found and good, in the Doctrinal part At least, by Learned and Pious Adversaries. vdb d vvi po12 n1? cst vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc j, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp ds, p-acp j cc j n2. (5) text (DIV1) 25 Page 10
109 Do our Laws dislike any? they are justified by our late Reformers themselves, who after long Consultation could find nothing to amend, save only in the practise, Do our Laws dislike any? they Are justified by our late Reformers themselves, who After long Consultation could find nothing to amend, save only in the practice, vdb po12 n2 vvb d? pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po12 j n2 px32, r-crq p-acp j n1 vmd vvi pix pc-acp vvi, vvb av-j p-acp dt n1, (5) text (DIV1) 26 Page 10
110 and that they made much worse; and that they made much Worse; cc cst pns32 vvd av-d av-jc; (5) text (DIV1) 26 Page 10
111 and so judged by a Learned Lawyer and Commissioner of the Seal, who refused to act upon their new Rules. and so judged by a Learned Lawyer and Commissioner of the Seal, who refused to act upon their new Rules. cc av vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j n2. (5) text (DIV1) 26 Page 10
112 Is Trade decayed? that's the complaint; raised, or made use of by some, to bring a scandal upon the Government; Is Trade decayed? that's the complaint; raised, or made use of by Some, to bring a scandal upon the Government; vbz n1 vvn? d|vbz dt n1; vvn, cc vvd n1 pp-f p-acp d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (5) text (DIV1) 27 Page 10
113 whereof I could give you a notable instance. But it may be real and true; and then whatever other causes may be, there be two specially; whereof I could give you a notable instance. But it may be real and true; and then whatever other Causes may be, there be two specially; c-crq pns11 vmd vvi pn22 dt j n1. p-acp pn31 vmb vbi j cc j; cc av r-crq j-jn n2 vmb vbi, pc-acp vbi crd av-j; (5) text (DIV1) 27 Page 10
114 one observed long since by that Noble Knight (Sir W. R. ) and both in Traders themselves, which they may amend when they will. one observed long since by that Noble Knight (Sir W. R.) and both in Traders themselves, which they may amend when they will. pi vvd av-j a-acp p-acp cst j n1 (n1 np1 np1) cc d p-acp n2 px32, r-crq pns32 vmb vvi c-crq pns32 vmb. (5) text (DIV1) 27 Page 10
115 What is wanting now to make us an happy people? we have a Land flowing with Milk and Honey, with plenty of all things; What is wanting now to make us an happy people? we have a Land flowing with Milk and Honey, with plenty of all things; q-crq vbz vvg av pc-acp vvi pno12 dt j n1? pns12 vhb dt n1 vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d n2; (5) text (DIV1) 28 Page 10
116 and whilest other Countries are in great trouble and perplexity, we enjoy a sweet peace, and none maketh us afraid. and whilst other Countries Are in great trouble and perplexity, we enjoy a sweet peace, and none makes us afraid. cc cs j-jn n2 vbr p-acp j n1 cc n1, pns12 vvb dt j n1, cc pix vvz pno12 j. (5) text (DIV1) 28 Page 10
117 Blessed be God for our Gracious Soveraign, under whose Shadow we enjoy these comforts. Blessed be God for our Gracious Sovereign, under whose Shadow we enjoy these comforts. vvn vbb np1 p-acp po12 j n-jn, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns12 vvb d n2. (5) text (DIV1) 29 Page 11
118 But if King and Parliament had every one of them the Heart of David, and the Head of Solomon, yet could they never do us good, But if King and Parliament had every one of them the Heart of David, and the Head of Solomon, yet could they never do us good, cc-acp cs n1 cc n1 vhd d crd pp-f pno32 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, av vmd pns32 av vdb pno12 j, (5) text (DIV1) 30 Page 11
119 if we will not be good to our selves: They have done their parts, now let us do ours; if we will not be good to our selves: They have done their parts, now let us do ours; cs pns12 vmb xx vbi j p-acp po12 n2: pns32 vhb vdn po32 n2, av vvb pno12 vdi png12; (5) text (DIV1) 30 Page 11
120 and I will shew you in few words what you are to do, that his Majesty may rejoyce in his people, and I will show you in few words what you Are to do, that his Majesty may rejoice in his people, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d n2 r-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vdi, cst po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, (5) text (DIV1) 30 Page 11
121 as they have cause to rejoyce in him. 1. Submit your selves to the Higher Powers; as they have cause to rejoice in him. 1. Submit your selves to the Higher Powers; c-acp pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. crd np1 po22 n2 p-acp dt jc n2; (5) text (DIV1) 30 Page 11
122 to the King as Supreme, to the rest as sent by him; for they are the Ministers of God for your good; to the King as Supreme, to the rest as sent by him; for they Are the Ministers of God for your good; p-acp dt n1 c-acp j, p-acp dt n1 c-acp vvn p-acp pno31; c-acp pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 j; (5) text (DIV1) 31 Page 11
123 both Temporal good of the Body, and Spiritual good of the Soul, and Eternal good of both. both Temporal good of the Body, and Spiritual good of the Soul, and Eternal good of both. d j j pp-f dt n1, cc j j pp-f dt n1, cc j j pp-f d. (5) text (DIV1) 31 Page 11
124 Be obedient to the good Laws made by the King and Parliament, and consider who hath the benefit and comfort of your Obedience but only your selves. Be obedient to the good Laws made by the King and Parliament, and Consider who hath the benefit and Comfort of your obedience but only your selves. vbb j p-acp dt j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc vvb r-crq vhz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n1 cc-acp av-j po22 n2. (5) text (DIV1) 31 Page 11
125 The Kings Laws against Impiety, Licentiousness, Drunkenness, &c. are but a Transcript or Copy of Gods Law, in keeping whereof there is great reward, ( Psal. 19.) In keeping whereof you do good to your selves and your Children after you, ( Deut. 4.40.) In keeping those good Laws, you glorifie God, honour the King and his Government, The Kings Laws against Impiety, Licentiousness, drunkenness, etc. Are but a Transcript or Copy of God's Law, in keeping whereof there is great reward, (Psalm 19.) In keeping whereof you do good to your selves and your Children After you, (Deuteronomy 4.40.) In keeping those good Laws, you Glorify God, honour the King and his Government, dt ng1 n2 p-acp n1, n1, n1, av vbr p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp vvg c-crq pc-acp vbz j n1, (np1 crd) p-acp vvg c-crq pn22 vdb j p-acp po22 n2 cc po22 n2 p-acp pn22, (np1 crd.) p-acp vvg d j n2, pn22 vvi np1, vvb dt n1 cc po31 n1, (5) text (DIV1) 31 Page 11
126 but do your selves most good: the King hath the honour, but you have the benefit; but do your selves most good: the King hath the honour, but you have the benefit; cc-acp vdb po22 n2 av-ds j: dt n1 vhz dt n1, cc-acp pn22 vhb dt n1; (5) text (DIV1) 31 Page 11
127 as I could shew you in many particulars. 2. Submit your selves to them that have the Rule over you in the Lord, and watch for your Souls: as I could show you in many particulars. 2. Submit your selves to them that have the Rule over you in the Lord, and watch for your Souls: c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp d n2-j. crd np1 po22 n2 p-acp pno32 cst vhb dt n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp po22 n2: (5) text (DIV1) 31 Page 11
128 Be obedient to your Mother the Church of England, who hath bred you, and brought you forth to the first light and knowledge of Christ, who hath fed you with the sincere Milk of Gods Word; Be obedient to your Mother the Church of England, who hath bred you, and brought you forth to the First Light and knowledge of christ, who hath fed you with the sincere Milk of God's Word; vbb j p-acp po22 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vvn pn22, cc vvd pn22 av p-acp dt ord n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vvn pn22 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (5) text (DIV1) 32 Page 12
129 but now they are grown up, some run after Painted Harlots, and follow New Lights, that darken Counsel by words without knowledge, ( Job 38.) are weary of the Heavenly Manna, longing after Onions and Garlick. but now they Are grown up, Some run After Painted Harlots, and follow New Lights, that darken Counsel by words without knowledge, (Job 38.) Are weary of the Heavenly Manna, longing After Onions and Garlic. cc-acp av pns32 vbr vvn a-acp, d vvn p-acp j-vvn n2, cc vvi j n2, cst vvb n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, (np1 crd) vbr j pp-f dt j n1, vvg p-acp n2 cc n1. (5) text (DIV1) 32 Page 12
130 O foolish people, who hath bewitched you, to forsake the Truth, and follow after Lies; to venture your precious Souls upon such weak grounds; O foolish people, who hath bewitched you, to forsake the Truth, and follow After Lies; to venture your precious Souls upon such weak grounds; sy j n1, r-crq vhz vvn pn22, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvb a-acp vvz; pc-acp vvi po22 j n2 p-acp d j n2; (5) text (DIV1) 32 Page 12
131 to build your precious Faith upon the credit of one sinful Man! Popery can never settle your Conscience in peace; to built your precious Faith upon the credit of one sinful Man! Popery can never settle your Conscience in peace; pc-acp vvi po22 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd j n1! n1 vmb av-x vvi po22 n1 p-acp n1; (5) text (DIV1) 32 Page 12
132 and those New Lights will leave you in darkness and perplexity of mind, whereof I have known many examples; and those New Lights will leave you in darkness and perplexity of mind, whereof I have known many Examples; cc d j n2 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns11 vhb vvn d n2; (5) text (DIV1) 32 Page 12
133 but be not you Companions with them. but be not you Sodales with them. cc-acp vbb xx pn22 n2 p-acp pno32. (5) text (DIV1) 32 Page 12
134 In the Church of England the pure Word of God is plainly taught, the Sacraments duly administred, the precious Legacies that Christ hath left you are faithfully delivered unto you; In the Church of England the pure Word of God is plainly taught, the Sacraments duly administered, the precious Legacies that christ hath left you Are faithfully Delivered unto you; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn, dt n2 av-jn vvn, dt j n2 cst np1 vhz vvn pn22 vbr av-j vvn p-acp pn22; (5) text (DIV1) 32 Page 12
135 nothing kept under Lock and Key in a Mystery; nothing kept under Lock and Key in a Mystery; pix vvd p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (5) text (DIV1) 32 Page 12
136 nothing of all the Counsel of God kept from you, but all made plainly known to you, that ye may find rest unto your Souls. nothing of all the Counsel of God kept from you, but all made plainly known to you, that you may find rest unto your Souls. pix pp-f d dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pn22, cc-acp d vvd av-j vvn p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2. (5) text (DIV1) 32 Page 12
137 3. Let every man study to be quiet, and follow his own business (1 Thes. 4.11.) Keep within the compass of your own Calling, meddle not with things too high for you. 3. Let every man study to be quiet, and follow his own business (1 Thebes 4.11.) Keep within the compass of your own Calling, meddle not with things too high for you. crd vvb d n1 vvi pc-acp vbi j-jn, cc vvi po31 d n1 (vvd np1 crd.) np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 d vvg, vvb xx p-acp n2 av j c-acp pn22. (5) text (DIV1) 33 Page 12
138 There were once Emendatores Apostolorum, as now there be Church-menders and State-menders; There were once Emendatores Apostolorum, as now there be Church-menders and State menders; pc-acp vbdr a-acp n2 np1, c-acp av pc-acp vbi j cc j; (5) text (DIV1) 33 Page 12
139 men that speak evil of things they understand not, to the great disquiet of the Nation. men that speak evil of things they understand not, to the great disquiet of the nation. n2 cst vvb j-jn pp-f n2 pns32 vvb xx, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) text (DIV1) 33 Page 12
140 There was a late Cry, All undone; and now we may be ashamed of our folly: There was a late Cry, All undone; and now we may be ashamed of our folly: pc-acp vbds dt j n1, d vvn; cc av pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f po12 n1: (5) text (DIV1) 33 Page 12
141 for by the goodness of God things are so ordered, that we may well say with Themistocles, We had been undone, for by the Goodness of God things Are so ordered, that we may well say with Themistocles, We had been undone, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 n2 vbr av vvn, cst pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp np1, pns12 vhd vbn vvn, (5) text (DIV1) 33 Page 12
142 if we had not been undone. 4. Leave off all your unthankful murmures and complaints: if we had not been undone. 4. Leave off all your unthankful murmurs and complaints: cs pns12 vhd xx vbn vvn. crd n1 a-acp d po22 j n2 cc n2: (5) text (DIV1) 33 Page 12
143 It is a common thing for men to complain the Times are bad, when they make it so themselves; It is a Common thing for men to complain the Times Are bad, when they make it so themselves; pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 vbr j, c-crq pns32 vvb pn31 av px32; (5) text (DIV1) 34 Page 13
144 and if any calamity happen, blame their Superiours both unthankfully and unjustly. (1) Unthankful they are to God and Man, to murmure at those whom God hath made Instruments of so much good to us. (2) Unjust they are, to blame those for things whereof themselves are the cause. and if any calamity happen, blame their Superiors both unthankfully and unjustly. (1) Unthankful they Are to God and Man, to murmur At those whom God hath made Instruments of so much good to us. (2) Unjust they Are, to blame those for things whereof themselves Are the cause. cc cs d n1 vvi, vvb po32 n2-jn d av-j cc av-j. (crd) j-u pns32 vbr p-acp np1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq np1 vhz vvn n2 pp-f av d j p-acp pno12. (crd) j-u pns32 vbr, pc-acp vvi d p-acp n2 c-crq px32 vbr dt n1. (5) text (DIV1) 34 Page 13
145 David was a Man after Gods own Heart, yet fell into a great Errour, for a Judgment on the people for their sins, (2 Sam. 24.) Again the Anger of the Lord was kindled against Israel, David was a Man After God's own Heart, yet fell into a great Error, for a Judgement on the people for their Sins, (2 Sam. 24.) Again the Anger of the Lord was kindled against Israel, np1 vbds dt n1 p-acp n2 d n1, av vvd p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, (crd np1 crd) av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1, (5) text (DIV1) 34 Page 13
146 and he moved David to say, Go, number Israel and Judah. David 's Fall was the peoples fault. and he moved David to say, Go, number Israel and Judah. David is Fallen was the peoples fault. cc pns31 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi, vvb, n1 np1 cc np1. np1 vbz n1 vbds dt ng1 n1. (5) text (DIV1) 34 Page 13
147 If Princes stand, it is for our good; if they fall, it is for our sins: If Princes stand, it is for our good; if they fallen, it is for our Sins: cs n2 vvb, pn31 vbz p-acp po12 j; cs pns32 vvb, pn31 vbz p-acp po12 n2: (5) text (DIV1) 34 Page 13
148 Begin at home, amend your selves, and then all will be well. 5. Break off all your sins by speedy Repentance; Begin At home, amend your selves, and then all will be well. 5. Break off all your Sins by speedy Repentance; vvb p-acp n1-an, vvb po22 n2, cc av d vmb vbi av. crd vvb a-acp d po22 n2 p-acp j n1; (5) text (DIV1) 34 Page 13
149 all your Debauchery, Drunkenness, Profaneness, &c. for ( Hos. 4.) it is sin that makes a Land mourn, and the people languish. all your Debauchery, drunkenness, Profaneness, etc. for (Hos. 4.) it is since that makes a Land mourn, and the people languish. d po22 n1, n1, n1, av p-acp (np1 crd) pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz dt n1 vvi, cc dt n1 vvi. (5) text (DIV1) 35 Page 13
150 Vicious, debauched, and profane people are the Troublers of our Israel: These are the Schismaticks that make such a Rent in our Church by their disobedience to her holy Orders, that may probably be the most cause of our troubles. Vicious, debauched, and profane people Are the Troublers of our Israel: These Are the Schismatics that make such a Rend in our Church by their disobedience to her holy Order, that may probably be the most cause of our Troubles. j, j-vvn, cc j n1 vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 np1: d vbr dt n1 cst vvb d dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po31 j n1, cst vmb av-j vbi dt av-ds n1 pp-f po12 n2. (5) text (DIV1) 35 Page 13
151 Let Ministers lead lives as pure as their Surplice, and then that Garment will not be such an Eye-sore: Let Ministers led lives as pure as their Surplice, and then that Garment will not be such an Eyesore: vvb n2 vvi n2 p-acp j c-acp po32 n1, cc av d n1 vmb xx vbi d dt j: (5) text (DIV1) 35 Page 13
152 Let the people lead holy lives, answerable to our holy Liturgy, and then that service will be better accepted. Let the people led holy lives, answerable to our holy Liturgy, and then that service will be better accepted. vvb dt n1 vvb j n2, j p-acp po12 j n1, cc av d n1 vmb vbi av-jc vvn. (5) text (DIV1) 35 Page 13
153 It is our sins that dissolve the Bond of Peace, that disturb, and will destroy our Nation, if not prevented by Reformation. It is our Sins that dissolve the Bound of Peace, that disturb, and will destroy our nation, if not prevented by Reformation. pn31 vbz po12 n2 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vvb, cc vmb vvi po12 n1, cs xx vvn p-acp n1. (5) text (DIV1) 35 Page 13
154 6. Learn of this Holy Scribe to bless God for these Mercies we enjoy, and for them by whom we have received them. 6. Learn of this Holy Scribe to bless God for these mercies we enjoy, and for them by whom we have received them. crd np1 pp-f d j vvi pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb, cc p-acp pno32 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb vvn pno32. (5) text (DIV1) 36 Page 14
155 Unthankfulness stops the Current of Gods Mercies, and provokes him to blast those we have: Unthankfulness stops the Current of God's mercies, and provokes him to blast those we have: n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, cc vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi d pns12 vhb: (5) text (DIV1) 36 Page 14
156 but Thankfulness preserves those we have, and procures more, ( Psal. 67.5, 6.) Let the people praise thee, O God; but Thankfulness preserves those we have, and procures more, (Psalm 67.5, 6.) Let the people praise thee, Oh God; cc-acp n1 vvz d pns12 vhb, cc vvz av-dc, (np1 crd, crd) vvb dt n1 vvb pno21, uh np1; (5) text (DIV1) 36 Page 14
157 and, then shall the Earth yield her encrease. and, then shall the Earth yield her increase. cc, av vmb dt n1 vvb pno31 vvi. (5) text (DIV1) 36 Page 14
158 Lastly, One thing specially we are commanded this day, to excite you to pity the Poor in this time of scarcity: Lastly, One thing specially we Are commanded this day, to excite you to pity the Poor in this time of scarcity: ord, crd n1 av-j pns12 vbr vvn d n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: (5) text (DIV1) 37 Page 14
159 I never found, but most of you are ready enough to this Duty; I never found, but most of you Are ready enough to this Duty; pns11 av-x vvd, cc-acp ds pp-f pn22 vbr j av-d p-acp d n1; (5) text (DIV1) 37 Page 14
160 but take heed you do not relieve them with one hand, and oppress them with another; but take heed you do not relieve them with one hand, and oppress them with Another; cc-acp vvb n1 pn22 vdb xx vvi pno32 p-acp crd n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp j-jn; (5) text (DIV1) 37 Page 14
161 as those do that keep in their Corn to make a Dearth. as those do that keep in their Corn to make a Dearth. c-acp d vdb cst vvb p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1. (5) text (DIV1) 37 Page 14
162 There be men that slander Heaven and Earth with a noise of Dearth, when there is no need of scarcity, There be men that slander Heaven and Earth with a noise of Dearth, when there is no need of scarcity, pc-acp vbi n2 cst vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1, (5) text (DIV1) 37 Page 14
163 but only the hardness of their own covetous hearts. but only the hardness of their own covetous hearts. cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f po32 d j n2. (5) text (DIV1) 37 Page 14
164 Take heed how you oppress the Poor, who are a part of Gods Great Family as well as you; Take heed how you oppress the Poor, who Are a part of God's Great Family as well as you; vvb n1 c-crq pn22 vvb dt j, r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 c-acp av c-acp pn22; (5) text (DIV1) 37 Page 14
165 and you are but Stewards for them: Take heed, your time is but short, your account is at hand; and you Are but Stewards for them: Take heed, your time is but short, your account is At hand; cc pn22 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp pno32: vvb n1, po22 n1 vbz p-acp j, po22 n1 vbz p-acp n1; (5) text (DIV1) 37 Page 14
166 and then, those that shew no Mercy, shall finde none. But do all what can be done, there will still be unruly people, and disorderly; and then, those that show no Mercy, shall find none. But do all what can be done, there will still be unruly people, and disorderly; cc av, d cst vvb dx n1, vmb vvi pix. cc-acp vdb d r-crq vmb vbi vdn, pc-acp vmb av vbi j n1, cc j; (5) text (DIV1) 37 Page 14
167 and those we must leave to the severity of Laws, for the Magistrate beareth not the Sword in vain. FINIS. and those we must leave to the severity of Laws, for the Magistrate bears not the Sword in vain. FINIS. cc d pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz xx dt n1 p-acp j. fw-la. (5) text (DIV1) 37 Page 14

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