A sermon preached before the honourable Society of the Natives of the County of Kent November the 21th, 1700, at St. Mary-le-Bow, London / by William Assheton ...

Assheton, William, 1641-1711
Publisher: Printed for J Back
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1700
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A26075 ESTC ID: R36641 STC ID: A4043
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Corinthians, 1st, X, 31; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON Preached at the Kentish-Feast. 1 Cor. X. 31. Whether therefore ye Eat or Drink, A SERMON Preached At the Kentish-Feast. 1 Cor. X. 31. Whither Therefore you Eat or Drink, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. vvn fw-la. fw-la crd cs av pn22 vvb cc vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 or whatsoever ye do, do all to the Glory of God. or whatsoever you do, do all to the Glory of God. cc r-crq pn22 vdb, vdb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 THough the Particle Therefore doth plainly refer to the preceding Verses, and would thence oblige me to examine the Context; THough the Particle Therefore does plainly refer to the preceding Verses, and would thence oblige me to examine the Context; cs dt n1 av vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt j-vvg n2, cc vmd av vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 yet that I may the better contract my Discourse, (wherein I design to be very brief) I shall consider the words Absolutely, without any dependance upon the preceding or following Verses. yet that I may the better contract my Discourse, (wherein I Design to be very brief) I shall Consider the words Absolutely, without any dependence upon the preceding or following Verses. av cst pns11 vmb dt jc n1 po11 n1, (c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi av j) pns11 vmb vvi dt n2 av-j, p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
4 And I shall treat of them in this Method. I. I shall examine the meaning of this Expression, Do all to the Glory of God. And I shall Treat of them in this Method. I. I shall examine the meaning of this Expression, Do all to the Glory of God. cc pns11 vmb vvi pp-f pno32 p-acp d n1. pns11. pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, vdb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
5 II. How can Eating and Drinking, with other common Passages of your Lives, whatsoever ye do, be done to God's Glory? III. I shall make particular Application with respect to the Occasion of this solemn Meeting. I. II How can Eating and Drinking, with other Common Passages of your Lives, whatsoever you do, be done to God's Glory? III. I shall make particular Application with respect to the Occasion of this solemn Meeting. I. crd q-crq vmb vvg cc vvg, p-acp j-jn j n2 pp-f po22 n2, r-crq pn22 vdb, vbb vdn p-acp npg1 n1? np1. pns11 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1. pns11. (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
6 What is it, to do all to the Glory of God ▪ By the Glory of God we are to understand God himself; What is it, to do all to the Glory of God ▪ By the Glory of God we Are to understand God himself; q-crq vbz pn31, p-acp vdb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 ▪ p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi np1 px31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
7 or the eminent Excellency of the Divine Nature, discovered and made known to us in those Perfections, which we commonly call the Attributes of God: or the eminent Excellency of the Divine Nature, discovered and made known to us in those Perfections, which we commonly call the Attributes of God: cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vvn cc vvd vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n2, r-crq pns12 av-j vvb dt n2 pp-f np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
8 Such as his Goodness, his Wisdom, his Holiness, and his Power. And we are said to do all to the Glory of God. Such as his goodness, his Wisdom, his Holiness, and his Power. And we Are said to do all to the Glory of God. d c-acp po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, cc po31 n1. cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vdb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
9 Not by making him more Glorious; Not by making him more Glorious; xx p-acp vvg pno31 av-dc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 2
10 or by adding to his Glory in any of these Instances (which being Infinite can have nothing added to them): or by adding to his Glory in any of these Instances (which being Infinite can have nothing added to them): cc p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d pp-f d n2 (r-crq vbg j vmb vhi pix vvd p-acp pno32): (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
11 But to do all to the Glory of God, it denotes no more than to publish and shew forth his Glory. But to do all to the Glory of God, it denotes no more than to publish and show forth his Glory. cc-acp p-acp vdb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vvz av-dx dc cs pc-acp vvi cc vvi av po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
12 Sing Praises to the honour of his Name, make his Praise to be glorious: i.e. Not make his Essence to be more glorious, than it is in it self. Sing Praises to the honour of his Name, make his Praise to be glorious: i.e. Not make his Essence to be more glorious, than it is in it self. vvb n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j: n1 xx vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi av-dc j, cs pn31 vbz p-acp pn31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
13 But, make his Praise to be more and more glorious in the Eye and Esteem of Men: But, make his Praise to be more and more glorious in the Eye and Esteem of Men: p-acp, vvb po31 n1 pc-acp vbi av-dc cc av-dc j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
14 That so his Power, his Glory, and Mightiness of his Kingdom, might be known unto Men. That so his Power, his Glory, and Mightiness of his Kingdom, might be known unto Men. cst av po31 n1, po31 n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
15 And that Men might ascribe unto the Lord the Glory due unto his Name. And that Men might ascribe unto the Lord the Glory due unto his Name. cc d n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 dt n1 j-jn p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
16 In short, When the Wisdom, the Power, the Justice, the Mercy of God, with other his Divine Attributes, are confessed and acknowledged, are reverenced and adored by any of our Actions, In short, When the Wisdom, the Power, the justice, the Mercy of God, with other his Divine Attributes, Are confessed and acknowledged, Are reverenced and adored by any of our Actions, p-acp j, c-crq dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp j-jn po31 j-jn n2, vbr vvn cc vvn, vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp d pp-f po12 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
17 then in Scripture Language, God is glorified: Or, such a thing is done to the Glory of God. then in Scripture Language, God is glorified: Or, such a thing is done to the Glory of God. av p-acp n1 n1, np1 vbz vvn: cc, d dt n1 vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
18 II. How can Eating and Drinking, which are but natural Actions, be said to be done to God's Glory? To this I Answer, II How can Eating and Drinking, which Are but natural Actions, be said to be done to God's Glory? To this I Answer, crd np1 vmb vvg cc vvg, r-crq vbr cc-acp j n2, vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp npg1 n1? p-acp d pns11 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 3
19 That the best Expedient we can propose, to honour God in any Instance, is Obedience to his Commands. That the best Expedient we can propose, to honour God in any Instance, is obedience to his Commands. cst dt js j pns12 vmb vvi, p-acp n1 np1 p-acp d n1, vbz n1 p-acp po31 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 4
20 When therefore we Eat and Drink in such a manner, and with such Circumstances, and for such Ends and Reasons as God hath directed and appointed, When Therefore we Eat and Drink in such a manner, and with such circumstances, and for such Ends and Reasons as God hath directed and appointed, c-crq av pns12 vvb cc vvb p-acp d dt n1, cc p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 vhz vvn cc vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
21 then these and such like natural Actions, are done to his Glory. Now the known Ends of Eating and Drinking are these; The nourishing of our Bodies; then these and such like natural Actions, Are done to his Glory. Now the known Ends of Eating and Drinking Are these; The nourishing of our Bodies; cs d cc d av-j j n2, vbr vdn p-acp po31 n1. av dt j-vvn n2 pp-f vvg cc vvg vbr d; dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 4
22 the refreshing of our Spirits, and preserving our Health. I say, The refreshing of our Spirits; the refreshing of our Spirits, and preserving our Health. I say, The refreshing of our Spirits; dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2, cc vvg po12 n1. pns11 vvb, dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
23 for doubtless Meats and Drinks are not only allowed us for Necessity; for the meer Support of Nature; for doubtless Meats and Drinks Are not only allowed us for Necessity; for the mere Support of Nature; p-acp av-j n2 cc n2 vbr xx av-j vvn pno12 p-acp n1; p-acp dt j vvb pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
24 but also for Satisfaction and Delight. but also for Satisfaction and Delight. cc-acp av c-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
25 God hath not only given Man Bread to strengthen him, but Oyl to make him a chearful Countenance, God hath not only given Man Bred to strengthen him, but Oil to make him a cheerful Countenance, np1 vhz xx av-j vvn n1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
26 and Wine to make glad his Heart. and Wine to make glad his Heart. cc n1 pc-acp vvi j po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
27 But when Meats or Drinks are taken in such Excess, that by oppressing Nature, they hinder Digestion; drown and suffocate the Spirits; disorder the Faculties; But when Meats or Drinks Are taken in such Excess, that by oppressing Nature, they hinder Digestion; drown and suffocated the Spirits; disorder the Faculties; cc-acp c-crq n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, cst p-acp vvg n1, pns32 vvb n1; vvb cc vvi dt n2; n1 dt n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 4
28 hinder the free use of Reason; hinder the free use of Reason; vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 4
29 and thereby make Men unfit for Business; and indispose them either for Civil or Religious Duties; and thereby make Men unfit for Business; and indispose them either for Civil or Religious Duties; cc av vvb n2 j p-acp n1; cc vvb pno32 d p-acp j cc j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
30 then, and in such Cases, the use of them is irregular and unlawful; dishonourable to God, and destructive to themselves. then, and in such Cases, the use of them is irregular and unlawful; dishonourable to God, and destructive to themselves. av, cc p-acp d n2, dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbz j cc j; j p-acp np1, cc j p-acp px32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
31 These Excesses are severely reflected upon in the Holy Scriptures. These Excesses Are severely reflected upon in the Holy Scriptures. d n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
32 Woe unto them that rise up early in the Morning, that they may follow strong Drink, that continue until Night, till Wine inflame them And the Harp, Woe unto them that rise up early in the Morning, that they may follow strong Drink, that continue until Night, till Wine inflame them And the Harp, n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb a-acp av-j p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi j vvb, cst vvb p-acp n1, c-acp n1 vvi pno32 cc dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
33 and the Viol, the Tabret and Pip•, and Wine are in their Feasts; and the Violent, the Tabret and Pip•, and Wine Are in their Feasts; cc dt j, dt np1 cc np1, cc n1 vbr p-acp po32 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
34 but they regard not the work of the Lord, neither consider the operation of his Hands. but they regard not the work of the Lord, neither Consider the operation of his Hands. cc-acp pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-dx vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
35 Wine and Musick, and Feasting, are doubtless very lawful: Wine and Music, and Feasting, Are doubtless very lawful: n1 cc n1, cc vvg, vbr av-j av j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 5
36 But if Men will so far indulge themselves in these Enjoyments, as not to regard the work of the Lord; i. e. But if Men will so Far indulge themselves in these Enjoyments, as not to regard the work of the Lord; i. e. cc-acp cs n2 vmb av av-j vvi px32 p-acp d n2, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; uh. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 5
37 If they Eat and Drink to that Excess, so as to drown their Reason, so as not rightly to apprehend why these Refreshments were given them: If they Eat and Drink to that Excess, so as to drown their Reason, so as not rightly to apprehend why these Refreshments were given them: cs pns32 vvb cc vvb p-acp d n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1, av c-acp xx av-jn pc-acp vvi c-crq d n2 vbdr vvn pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 5
38 If they are so far Dozed, that they are uncapable to bless God for them, and to acknowledge his Bounty in the use of these, and all other their Mercies. If they Are so Far Dozed, that they Are uncapable to bless God for them, and to acknowledge his Bounty in the use of these, and all other their mercies. cs pns32 vbr av av-j vvn, cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cc d n-jn po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 5
39 In short, If they Eat and Drink only to gratifie their Appetites, not considering that their Health, their Strength, In short, If they Eat and Drink only to gratify their Appetites, not considering that their Health, their Strength, p-acp j, cs pns32 vvb cc vvb av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n2, xx vvg cst po32 n1, po32 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
40 and their Time are to be improved to God's Glory, then there is a repeated Woe denounced against them, v. 22. Woe unto them that are mighty to drink Wine, and their Time Are to be improved to God's Glory, then there is a repeated Woe denounced against them, v. 22. Woe unto them that Are mighty to drink Wine, cc po32 n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1, cs pc-acp vbz dt vvn n1 vvn p-acp pno32, n1 crd n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr j pc-acp vvi n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
41 and Men of strength to mingle strong Drink. Woe unto them that thus Glory in their Shame; and Men of strength to mingle strong Drink. Woe unto them that thus Glory in their Shame; cc n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi j vvb. n1 p-acp pno32 cst av n1 p-acp po32 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
42 or, that make their Shame their Glory. 'Tis therefore a very seasonable Admonition of our Blessed Saviour, Take heed to your selves, or, that make their Shame their Glory. It's Therefore a very seasonable Admonition of our Blessed Saviour, Take heed to your selves, cc, cst vvb po32 n1 po32 n1. pn31|vbz av dt j j n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
43 lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with Surfetting and Drunkenness, and Cares of this Life, lest At any time your hearts be overcharged with Surfeiting and drunkenness, and Cares of this Life, cs p-acp d n1 po22 n2 vbb vvn p-acp vvg cc n1, cc n2 pp-f d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 6
44 and so that Day come upon you unawares. Let us walk honestly as in the Day; not in Rioting and Drunkenness. and so that Day come upon you unawares. Let us walk honestly as in the Day; not in Rioting and drunkenness. cc av d n1 vvn p-acp pn22 av-j. vvb pno12 vvi av-j a-acp p-acp dt n1; xx p-acp vvg cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 6
45 The which Caution of St. Paul, is elsewhere enforced with this awakening Sentence, Drunkards shall not inherit the Kingdom of God. The which Caution of Saint Paul, is elsewhere Enforced with this awakening Sentence, Drunkards shall not inherit the Kingdom of God. av r-crq n1 pp-f n1 np1, vbz av vvn p-acp d n-vvg n1, n2 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 6
46 But I shall not enlarge any further on so harsh and unpleasing a Subject. But I shall not enlarge any further on so harsh and unpleasing a Subject. cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi d av-jc p-acp av j cc j dt j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 6
47 There are indeed great Irregularities committed in the World, and which ought sharply to be reproved, There Are indeed great Irregularities committed in the World, and which ought sharply to be reproved, pc-acp vbr av j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc r-crq vmd av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
48 but not fit to be mentioned in this Place. but not fit to be mentioned in this Place. cc-acp xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
49 'Tis not decent to insist on those scandalous Excesses, before such a great and generous Audience. It's not decent to insist on those scandalous Excesses, before such a great and generous Audience. pn31|vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2, p-acp d dt j cc j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 7
50 Leaving therefore these Blemishes, I shall crave leave to remind you, III. What are the Reasons of this Days Solemnity: Leaving Therefore these Blemishes, I shall crave leave to remind you, III. What Are the Reasons of this Days Solemnity: vvg av d n2, pns11 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, np1. q-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f d n2 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 7
51 Or, in the Language of my Text, of your Eating and Drinking together on this Day. Or, in the Language of my Text, of your Eating and Drinking together on this Day. cc, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, pp-f po22 vvg cc vvg av p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 7
52 Now the Design of this Day's Solemnity is plainly Twofold. I. First, To maintain Friendship. II. Secondly, To promote Charity. Now the Design of this Day's Solemnity is plainly Twofold. I. First, To maintain Friendship. II Secondly, To promote Charity. av dt n1 pp-f d n1|vbz n1 vbz av-j j. np1 ord, pc-acp vvi n1. crd ord, pc-acp vvi n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 7
53 I. First, The first Design of your present Meeting is, to maintain and improve your Friendship. I. First, The First Design of your present Meeting is, to maintain and improve your Friendship. np1 ord, dt ord n1 pp-f po22 j n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po22 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 7
54 A most Noble and truly Generous Design: A most Noble and truly Generous Design: dt av-ds j cc av-j j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
55 Since a true and well-regulated Friendship, is not only the greatest Pleasure and Satisfaction to your own Breasts; Since a true and well-regulated Friendship, is not only the greatest Pleasure and Satisfaction to your own Breasts; c-acp dt j cc j n1, vbz xx av-j dt js n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 d n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 8
56 but also is of equal Benefit and Advantage to others. but also is of equal Benefit and Advantage to Others. cc-acp av vbz pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 8
57 Now the sociable Life of Friends, or the mutual Conversation of Wise and Vertuous Persons, is of great Advantage in several Respects. 1. By improving our Ʋnderstandings, and rectifying our Judgments. Now the sociable Life of Friends, or the mutual Conversation of Wise and Virtuous Persons, is of great Advantage in several Respects. 1. By improving our Ʋnderstandings, and rectifying our Judgments. av dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f j cc j n2, vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp j n2. crd p-acp vvg po12 n2, cc vvg po12 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 8
58 2. By regulating and composing of our Passions. 2. By regulating and composing of our Passion. crd p-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f po12 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 8
59 3. By assisting of us in our useful Designs, and the relieving of us in our Wants. 3. By assisting of us in our useful Designs, and the relieving of us in our Wants. crd p-acp vvg pp-f pno12 p-acp po12 j n2, cc dt vvg pp-f pno12 p-acp po12 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 8
60 1. Friendship doth improve our Ʋnderstandings, and rectifie our Judgments. Iron sharpeneth Iron, so a Man sharpeneth the Countenance of his Friend.i. e. 1. Friendship does improve our Ʋnderstandings, and rectify our Judgments. Iron sharpeneth Iron, so a Man sharpeneth the Countenance of his Friend i e. crd n1 vdz vvi po12 n2, cc vvi po12 n2. n1 vvz n1, av dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 crd fw-la. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
61 As Iron is sharpened and brightened by Iron; so one Man's Parts are raised and improved by anothers. As Iron is sharpened and brightened by Iron; so one Man's Parts Are raised and improved by another's. p-acp n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp n1; av crd ng1 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 8
62 Hence 'tis observed, That a Friendly Conversation, where Men communicate their Notions with freedom, is of much greater Advantage to true and useful Knowledge, than either Reading or Meditation. Hence it's observed, That a Friendly Conversation, where Men communicate their Notions with freedom, is of much greater Advantage to true and useful Knowledge, than either Reading or Meditation. av pn31|vbz vvn, cst dt j n1, c-crq n2 vvb po32 n2 p-acp n1, vbz pp-f d jc n1 p-acp j cc j n1, cs d n-vvg cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 9
63 I grant indeed that both Reading and Meditation are necessary; I grant indeed that both Reading and Meditation Are necessary; pns11 vvb av cst d n-vvg cc n1 vbr j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
64 and 'tis as vain to pretend to Learning without them, as it is to build without a Foundation. and it's as vain to pretend to Learning without them, as it is to built without a Foundation. cc pn31|vbz c-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
65 But that which I design shall be expressed in the words of the Great Lord Verulam: Reading may make a full and copious Man, and Meditation a profound Man; But that which I Design shall be expressed in the words of the Great Lord Verulam: Reading may make a full and copious Man, and Meditation a profound Man; p-acp cst r-crq pns11 vvb vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 np1: vvg vmb vvi dt j cc j n1, cc n1 dt j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
66 but 'tis Discourse that makes a clear, distinct and useful Man. but it's Discourse that makes a clear, distinct and useful Man. cc-acp pn31|vbz vvb cst vvz dt j, j cc j n1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 9
67 In Confirmation of this 'tis observed, That several Persons have been highly accomplish'd in most parts of Conversation, In Confirmation of this it's observed, That several Persons have been highly accomplished in most parts of Conversation, p-acp n1 pp-f d pn31|vbz vvn, cst j n2 vhb vbn av-j vvd p-acp ds n2 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 9
68 and have been very useful to the Publick, without any great share of Bookish Learning. Which I do not mention with the least Design to discourage true Learning; and have been very useful to the Public, without any great share of Bookish Learning. Which I do not mention with the least Design to discourage true Learning; cc vhb vbn av j p-acp dt j, p-acp d j n1 pp-f j n1. r-crq pns11 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt ds n1 pc-acp vvi j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 9
69 but to rectifie and improve it. For Reading without Discourse, is like Eating without Digestion; but to rectify and improve it. For Reading without Discourse, is like Eating without Digestion; cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. p-acp vvg p-acp n1, vbz av-j vvg p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 9
70 which only loads the Body, obstructs the Passages, and impairs the state of Health instead of advancing it. which only loads the Body, obstructs the Passages, and impairs the state of Health instead of advancing it. r-crq av-j vvz dt n1, vvz dt n2, cc n2 dt n1 pp-f n1 av pp-f vvg pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 10
71 Now that which Digestion is to the Body, Discourse is to the Mind. By which word, I do not only mean private Discourse with a Man's own Thoughts; Now that which Digestion is to the Body, Discourse is to the Mind. By which word, I do not only mean private Discourse with a Man's own Thoughts; av cst r-crq n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, n1 vbz p-acp dt n1. p-acp r-crq n1, pns11 vdb xx av-j j j n1 p-acp dt n1|vbz d n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 10
72 which we call Meditation or Thinking (a most pleasing as well as profitable kind of Discourse): which we call Meditation or Thinking (a most pleasing as well as profitable kind of Discourse): r-crq pns12 vvb n1 cc vvg (dt av-ds j-vvg p-acp av c-acp j n1 pp-f n1): (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 10
73 But by Discourse, I denote external Discourse; expressed by outward Conversation with others. But by Discourse, I denote external Discourse; expressed by outward Conversation with Others. cc-acp p-acp n1, pns11 vvb j vvb; vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp n2-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 10
74 By this Conversation we open our Breasts, unfold our Notions, bring them out into the Light, to be considered and examined by others: By this Conversation we open our Breasts, unfold our Notions, bring them out into the Light, to be considered and examined by Others: p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb po12 n2, vvb po12 n2, vvb pno32 av p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n2-jn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
75 Which is a most prudent and modest Practice. Which is a most prudent and modest Practice. r-crq vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 10
76 For we are all of us too apt to think well of our selves, and have a strange fondness for the Issue of our own Brain. For we Are all of us too apt to think well of our selves, and have a strange fondness for the Issue of our own Brain. c-acp pns12 vbr d pp-f pno12 av j pc-acp vvi av pp-f po12 n2, cc vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 10
77 But when our Projects are brought to light, and communicated to others, then the Sagacity and Faithfulness of a Friend, discovers and rectifies our Errors and Mistakes. But when our Projects Are brought to Light, and communicated to Others, then the Sagacity and Faithfulness of a Friend, discovers and Rectifies our Errors and Mistakes. cc-acp c-crq po12 n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, cc vvn p-acp n2-jn, cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz cc vvz po12 n2 cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 10
78 2. Another Advantage of Friendship is the regulating and composing of our Passions. The tumults and disorders of which Passions are the cause of all our Misery; 2. another Advantage of Friendship is the regulating and composing of our Passion. The tumults and disorders of which Passion Are the cause of all our Misery; crd j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt vvg cc vvg pp-f po12 n2. dt n2 cc n2 pp-f r-crq n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f d po12 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 11
79 as being the chief Ingredients of our Sorrows, both in this World and in the next. as being the chief Ingredients of our Sorrows, both in this World and in the next. c-acp vbg dt j-jn n2 pp-f po12 n2, av-d p-acp d n1 cc p-acp dt ord. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 11
80 The Frenzy of Anger, the Feaver of Love, the Consumption of Envy, the Aguish Vici•situdes of Hopes and Fears, are the noted Diseases and Distempers of our Mind. The Frenzy of Anger, the Fever of Love, the Consumption of Envy, the Aguish Vici•situdes of Hope's and Fears, Are the noted Diseases and Distempers of our Mind. dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f vvb, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n2 pp-f ng1 cc n2, vbr dt j-vvn n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 11
81 Now by opening our Breasts with freedom to our Friend, and by giving vent to our Passions, we assist his charitable Inclinations to rectifie these Disorders. Now by opening our Breasts with freedom to our Friend, and by giving vent to our Passion, we assist his charitable Inclinations to rectify these Disorders. av p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc p-acp vvg n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vvb po31 j n2 pc-acp vvi d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 11
82 For when he knows our State and our Circumstances, he will then by his friendly Advice compose our Anger, direct our Love, correct our Envy, regulate our Hopes, and divert our Fears. For when he knows our State and our circumstances, he will then by his friendly advice compose our Anger, Direct our Love, correct our Envy, regulate our Hope's, and divert our Fears. p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz po12 n1 cc po12 n2, pns31 vmb av p-acp po31 j n1 vvb po12 vvi, vvb po12 vvi, vvb po12 vvb, vvb po12 ng1, cc vvi po12 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 11
83 3. Friendship doth assist us in our useful Designs, and relieves our Defects. 3. Friendship does assist us in our useful Designs, and relieves our Defects. crd n1 vdz vvi pno12 p-acp po12 j n2, cc vvz po12 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 11
84 I doubt not but you are all fully convinced, that you were not sent into this World only to please your selves, I doubt not but you Are all Fully convinced, that you were not sent into this World only to please your selves, pns11 vvb xx p-acp pn22 vbr d av-j vvd, cst pn22 vbdr xx vvn p-acp d n1 av-j pc-acp vvi po22 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 12
85 and to gratifie your own sensual Inclinations; and to gratify your own sensual Inclinations; cc pc-acp vvi po22 d j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 12
86 but that it is your Duty, in all your Actions, to glorifie God, and do Good to others. but that it is your Duty, in all your Actions, to Glorify God, and do Good to Others. cc-acp cst pn31 vbz po22 n1, p-acp d po22 n2, pc-acp vvi np1, cc vdb j p-acp n2-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 12
87 Especially you that are Gentlemen, whom God hath entrusted with the Talents of Authority and Estates beyond and above other Men, you I say, are more especially obliged to be faithful to this your Trust, by laying out your Estates, Especially you that Are Gentlemen, whom God hath Entrusted with the Talents of authority and Estates beyond and above other Men, you I say, Are more especially obliged to be faithful to this your Trust, by laying out your Estates, av-j pn22 cst vbr n2, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 p-acp cc a-acp j-jn n2, pn22 pns11 vvb, vbr av-dc av-j vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp d po22 n1, p-acp vvg av po22 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 12
88 and using your Power in such a manner, as may make you even a Blessing to the Age you live in. and using your Power in such a manner, as may make you even a Blessing to the Age you live in. cc vvg po22 n1 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vmb vvi pn22 av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb p-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 12
89 But when you come ad practicandum, and project any particular Advantage, either to the Neighbourhood or the World; But when you come ad practicandum, and project any particular Advantage, either to the Neighbourhood or the World; cc-acp c-crq pn22 vvb fw-la fw-la, cc vvi d j n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 12
90 then, from the Envy or Designs of others, you shall quickly encounter such Opposition, as will convince you of your Weakness, then, from the Envy or Designs of Others, you shall quickly encounter such Opposition, as will convince you of your Weakness, av, p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n2-jn, pn22 vmb av-j vvi d n1, c-acp vmb vvi pn22 pp-f po22 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 12
91 and how necessary it is to call in the Help of others to supply your own Defects. and how necessary it is to call in the Help of Others to supply your own Defects. cc c-crq j pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn pc-acp vvi po22 d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 12
92 From hence the necessity of Friendship is undeniably established. From hence the necessity of Friendship is undeniably established. p-acp av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 12
93 For on such an Occasion, a Stranger is not proper to be consulted, who may not know the whole State of your Business, For on such an Occasion, a Stranger is not proper to be consulted, who may not know the Whole State of your Business, p-acp p-acp d dt n1, dt n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq vmb xx vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f po22 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 13
94 nor the Series and Circumstances of your Affairs. Much less is an Enemy to be trusted; nor the Series and circumstances of your Affairs. Much less is an Enemy to be trusted; ccx dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po22 n2. av-d dc vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 13
95 who will only betray you, and undermine your Designs. who will only betray you, and undermine your Designs. r-crq vmb av-j vvi pn22, cc vvb po22 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 13
96 But the assistance of a faithful prudent Friend, will effectually support you, in all your Difficulties, and in all your Wants. But the assistance of a faithful prudent Friend, will effectually support you, in all your Difficulties, and in all your Wants. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1, vmb av-j vvi pn22, p-acp d po22 n2, cc p-acp d po22 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 13
97 I might add much more of the Nature and Excellency of Friendship, by representing, that it is the chief Ingredient of our Happiness in Heaven, where the Blessed Angels, I might add much more of the Nature and Excellency of Friendship, by representing, that it is the chief Ingredient of our Happiness in Heaven, where the Blessed Angels, pns11 vmd vvi d dc pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg, cst pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1, c-crq dt j-vvn n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 13
98 and Spirits of Just Men made perfect, by their mutual Conversation, enjoy the Perfection of Friendship to all Eternity. and Spirits of Just Men made perfect, by their mutual Conversation, enjoy the Perfection of Friendship to all Eternity. cc n2 pp-f j n2 vvd j, p-acp po32 j n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 13
99 But this is too noble a Theme for any Humane Expression. This Heavenly Friendship is best explained by being practised. But this is too noble a Theme for any Humane Expression. This Heavenly Friendship is best explained by being practised. p-acp d vbz av j dt n1 p-acp d j n1. d j n1 vbz js vvn p-acp vbg vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 13
100 And God grant that your Generous Inclinations may make the Experiment. Do you begin and continue a true Christian Friendship in this World; And God grant that your Generous Inclinations may make the Experiment. Do you begin and continue a true Christian Friendship in this World; cc np1 vvb cst po22 j n2 vmb vvi dt n1. vdb pn22 vvi cc vvi dt j njp n1 p-acp d n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 13
101 and through the Mercy of God, and the Merits of Jesus Christ, it shall be compleated in the next. and through the Mercy of God, and the Merits of jesus christ, it shall be completed in the next. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, pn31 vmb vbi vvd p-acp dt ord. (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 14
102 I am now addressing my self to Gentlemen, who have this Obligation to Friendship amongst others, that they are Country-Men. Either born in, I am now addressing my self to Gentlemen, who have this Obligation to Friendship among Others, that they Are Country-Men. Either born in, pns11 vbm av vvg po11 n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vhb d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn, cst pns32 vbr n2. av-d vvn p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 14
103 or Inhabitants of the same County. or Inhabitants of the same County. cc n2 pp-f dt d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 14
104 A County, which is not only one of the Largest, but also one of the Richest and most Flourishing Counties of the whole Kingdom. A County, which is not only one of the Largest, but also one of the Richest and most Flourishing Counties of the Whole Kingdom. dt n1, r-crq vbz xx av-j crd pp-f dt js, cc-acp av crd pp-f dt js cc av-ds j-vvg n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 14
105 And that whether you consider the Fruitfulness of the Soil, the Number and Disposition of the Inhabitants, and the Priviledges you enjoy. And that whither you Consider the Fruitfulness of the Soil, the Number and Disposition of the Inhabitants, and the Privileges you enjoy. cc cst cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2, cc dt n2 pn22 vvb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 14
106 The Fruitfulness of the Soil doth appear in the Riches of the Inhabitants; since one of your Yeomans doth rival the Gentry of other Counties. The Fruitfulness of the Soil does appear in the Riches of the Inhabitants; since one of your Yeomans does rival the Gentry of other Counties. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2; c-acp crd pp-f po22 ng1 vdz n1 dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 14
107 The Disposition of the Inhabitants is thus described by Malmsburiensis, an ancient Writer: The Disposition of the Inhabitants is thus described by Malmsburiensis, an ancient Writer: dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz av vvn p-acp np1, dt j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 14
108 The Country-People, and the Town-Dwellers of Kent, retain the Spirit of that ancient Nobility, above the rest of the English; The Country-People, and the Town-Dwellers of Kenned, retain the Spirit of that ancient Nobilt, above the rest of the English; dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f vvd, vvb dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jp; (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 15
109 being more ready to afford a Respect and kind Entertainment to others, and less inclinable to revenge Injuries. being more ready to afford a Respect and kind Entertainment to Others, and less inclinable to revenge Injuries. vbg av-dc j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc av-dc j pc-acp vvi n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 15
110 Their not revenging of Injuries is an evident Proof of their Courage. Which is thus confirmed by John of Salisbury in his Polycraticon. Their not revenging of Injuries is an evident Proof of their Courage. Which is thus confirmed by John of Salisbury in his Polycraticon. po32 xx j-vvg pp-f n2 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1. r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp np1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 15
111 As a Reward (saith he) of that signal Courage which our Kent with great eagerness and steadiness shewed against the Danes, they do to this Day lay claim to the Honour of the first Ranks, As a Reward (Says he) of that signal Courage which our Kenned with great eagerness and steadiness showed against the Danes, they do to this Day lay claim to the Honour of the First Ranks, p-acp dt n1 (vvz pns31) pp-f d n1 n1 r-crq po12 vvd p-acp j n1 cc n1 vvd p-acp dt np2, pns32 vdb p-acp d n1 vvd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 15
112 and the first Onset in all Engagements. and the First Onset in all Engagements. cc dt ord np1-n p-acp d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 15
113 But omitting other Instances, I shall only remind you of the Courage and Bravery of your Ancestors, But omitting other Instances, I shall only remind you of the Courage and Bravery of your Ancestors, p-acp vvg j-jn n2, pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 15
114 when William Duke of Normandy invaded England. when William Duke of Normandy invaded England. c-crq np1 n1 pp-f np1 vvd np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 15
115 The Duke (for I will not call him your Conqueror) after the famous Battle near Hastings, (where King Harold was slain) immediately began his March towards London: And entring into the Weald, or Woody Part of Kent, and advancing with his Vanguard before the rest of his Army, he found himself almost environed with mighty Numbers of the Kentish Men, who had concealed themselves in the Wood, by carrying every Man a great Bough of a Tree, The Duke (for I will not call him your Conqueror) After the famous Battle near Hastings, (where King Harold was slave) immediately began his March towards London: And entering into the Weald, or Woody Part of Kenned, and advancing with his Vanguard before the rest of his Army, he found himself almost environed with mighty Numbers of the Kentish Men, who had concealed themselves in the Wood, by carrying every Man a great Bough of a Tree, dt n1 (c-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31 po22 n1) p-acp dt j n1 av-j np1, (c-crq n1 np1 vbds vvn) av-j vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1: cc vvg p-acp dt np1, cc j n1 pp-f vvd, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd px31 av vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f dt np1 n2, r-crq vhd vvn px32 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg d n1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 16
116 like a Shield in his Hand. like a Shield in his Hand. av-j dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 16
117 But when they saw the Norman Troops, and the Duke at the Head of them, within their Danger, they began on a sudden to march like a moving Wood; But when they saw the Norman Troops, and the Duke At the Head of them, within their Danger, they began on a sudden to march like a moving Wood; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvd dt jp n2, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vvd p-acp dt j pc-acp vvi av-j dt j-vvg n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 16
118 till approaching their Enemies, they threw down their Boughs, and discovered on all sides a Multitude of brave armed Men, ready to charge the Normans, that stood surprized and amazed at the strangeness of the Sight; till approaching their Enemies, they threw down their Boughs, and discovered on all sides a Multitude of brave armed Men, ready to charge the Normans, that stood surprised and amazed At the strangeness of the Sighed; c-acp vvg po32 n2, pns32 vvd a-acp po32 n2, cc vvn p-acp d n2 dt n1 pp-f j j-vvn n2, j pc-acp vvi dt np1, cst vvd j-vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 16
119 which appeared as if a Wood had been, by some Enchantment, transformed into an Army. which appeared as if a Wood had been, by Some Enchantment, transformed into an Army. r-crq vvd c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vbn, p-acp d n1, vvn p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 16
120 But the Kentish-Men approaching, to shew that they had Conduct as well as Valour, made a Halt; But the Kentish-Men approaching, to show that they had Conduct as well as Valour, made a Halt; p-acp dt n2 vvg, pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vhd vvi a-acp av c-acp n1, vvd dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 16
121 and sent the Abbot of St. Austins to tell the Duke, that all the Men of that Province were there assembled to defend their Country and their Liberties; and sent the Abbot of Saint Austins to tell the Duke, that all the Men of that Province were there assembled to defend their Country and their Liberties; cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 npg1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst d dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbdr a-acp vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc po32 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 16
122 or, to sell their Lives as dear as they could. or, to fell their Lives as dear as they could. cc, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp j-jn c-acp pns32 vmd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 16
123 But if he would swear to preserve them in those ancient Laws and Customs, under which they and their Ancestors had so long lived, they were then all ready to lay down their Arms, and become his Subjects. If not; But if he would swear to preserve them in those ancient Laws and Customs, under which they and their Ancestors had so long lived, they were then all ready to lay down their Arms, and become his Subject's. If not; p-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp d j n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 cc po32 n2 vhd av av-j vvn, pns32 vbdr av d j pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2, cc vvi po31 n2-jn. cs xx; (5) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 17
124 he must prepare to fight with Men that had resolved to lose their Lives, rather than their Liberties and Laws. he must prepare to fight with Men that had resolved to loose their Lives, rather than their Liberties and Laws. pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cst vhd vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n2, av-c cs po32 n2 cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 17
125 The Duke finding he was too far advanced to joyn the Body of his Army before he engaged, The Duke finding he was too Far advanced to join the Body of his Army before he engaged, dt n1 vvg pns31 vbds av av-j vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 17
126 and unwilling to venture all his Hopes and Fortunes, against such numerous Bands of desperate Men, of such Courage and Resolution as these appeared to be; and unwilling to venture all his Hope's and Fortune's, against such numerous Bans of desperate Men, of such Courage and Resolution as these appeared to be; cc j pc-acp vvi d po31 ng1 cc n2, p-acp d j n2 pp-f j n2, pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp d vvd pc-acp vbi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 17
127 He granted to all the Inhabitants of the Province of Kent, the Preservation and free Enjoyment of all their ancient Laws and Customs under the Saxon Reigns. He granted to all the Inhabitants of the Province of Kenned, the Preservation and free Enjoyment of all their ancient Laws and Customs under the Saxon Reigns. pns31 vvd p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvd, dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f d po32 j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt jp vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 17
128 He swore the Observance of his Grant, received their Homage, and so pursued his March. He swore the Observance of his Grant, received their Homage, and so pursued his March. pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvd po32 n1, cc av vvd po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 17
129 Thus I have presumed to be your Historian as well as your Preacher, in giving this short Account of those Green Boughs, which this Day are carried before you: Thus I have presumed to be your Historian as well as your Preacher, in giving this short Account of those Green Boughs, which this Day Are carried before you: av pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vbi po22 n1 c-acp av c-acp po22 n1, p-acp vvg d j vvb pp-f d j-jn n2, r-crq d n1 vbr vvn p-acp pn22: (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 17
130 as Lawrels and Trophies of your Ancestors Victory, and your Liberties. And may these Boughs be ever Green. as Laurels and Trophies of your Ancestors Victory, and your Liberties. And may these Boughs be ever Green. c-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f po22 n2 n1, cc po22 n2. cc vmb d n2 vbb av j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 18
131 May these your Lawrels still flourish. And may you, Worthy Gentlemen, still continue what you are: May these your Laurels still flourish. And may you, Worthy Gentlemen, still continue what you Are: vmb d po22 n2 av vvi. cc vmb pn22, j n2, av vvb r-crq pn22 vbr: (5) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 18
132 Firm to your Religion, the Religion of the Church of England, Loyal to your King, and an Ornament to your Country. Firm to your Religion, the Religion of the Church of England, Loyal to your King, and an Ornament to your Country. j p-acp po22 n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, j p-acp po22 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po22 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 18
133 And having done this Right to your Worth and County; And having done this Right to your Worth and County; cc vhg vdn d n-jn p-acp po22 n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 18
134 Give me leave now to be your humble Remembrancer of another Design of this Day's Solemnity: viz. II. Secondly, To promote Charity. Give me leave now to be your humble Remembrancer of Another Design of this Day's Solemnity: viz. II Secondly, To promote Charity. vvb pno11 vvi av pc-acp vbi po22 j n1 pp-f j-jn n1 pp-f d n1|vbz n1: n1 crd ord, pc-acp vvi n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 18
135 Which I shall at present commend to your Practice only from these Two Topicks. 1. Charity is the best and surest Expedient to preserve your Estates in this Life. Which I shall At present commend to your Practice only from these Two Topicks. 1. Charity is the best and Surest Expedient to preserve your Estates in this Life. r-crq pns11 vmb p-acp n1 vvb p-acp po22 n1 av-j p-acp d crd np2. crd n1 vbz dt js cc js j pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 18
136 2. You have a comfortable assurance, that your Charity shall be rewarded in the Life to come. 2. You have a comfortable assurance, that your Charity shall be rewarded in the Life to come. crd pn22 vhb dt j n1, cst po22 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 18
137 1. Charity is the best Expedient to preserve your Estates. When you purchase an Estate, your first Concern is to find out a good Title; 1. Charity is the best Expedient to preserve your Estates. When you purchase an Estate, your First Concern is to find out a good Title; crd n1 vbz dt js j pc-acp vvi po22 n2. c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1, po22 ord vvb vbz pc-acp vvi av dt j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 19
138 and then you are no less sollicitous to convey that Title firmly, to you and your Heirs for ever. and then you Are no less solicitous to convey that Title firmly, to you and your Heirs for ever. cc cs pn22 vbr dx av-dc j pc-acp vvi d n1 av-j, p-acp pn22 cc po22 n2 p-acp av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 19
139 But let me with freedom tell you, That Charity is your best Tenure; But let me with freedom tell you, That Charity is your best Tenure; p-acp vvb pno11 p-acp n1 vvb pn22, cst n1 vbz po22 js n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 19
140 and will continue a Name, and perpetuate a Family more firmly, than all your Fines, and Vouchers, and Entails (those clenching Nails of the Law) can pretend to. For alas! and will continue a Name, and perpetuate a Family more firmly, than all your Fines, and Vouchers, and Entails (those clenching Nails of the Law) can pretend to. For alas! cc vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 av-dc av-j, cs d po22 n2, cc n2, cc vvz (d vvg n2 pp-f dt n1) vmb vvi p-acp. p-acp uh! (5) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 19
141 How slight a Title is a Legal Right? How slender Security is the firmest Conveyance against destructive Casualties? How slight a Title is a Legal Right? How slender Security is the firmest Conveyance against destructive Casualties? q-crq j dt n1 vbz dt j n-jn? q-crq j n1 vbz dt js n1 p-acp j n2? (5) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 19
142 Will you charm a Thief with Paper and Parchment? Or, will it stop the devouring Flames to tell them, that you have an unquestionable Deed of Sale; and that this House which they are now ready to consume, is settled upon you and your Heirs for ever? Will you charm a Thief with Paper and Parchment? Or, will it stop the devouring Flames to tell them, that you have an unquestionable Deed of Sale; and that this House which they Are now ready to consume, is settled upon you and your Heirs for ever? vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1? cc, vmb pn31 vvi dt j-vvg n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, cst pn22 vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1; cc cst d n1 r-crq pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vvi, vbz vvn p-acp pn22 cc po22 n2 p-acp av? (5) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 19
143 Will an astonishing Earthquake, when God gives it a Commission to swallow up, be fixed and firm at the Pleadings of your Learned Council? Will an astonishing Earthquake, when God gives it a Commission to swallow up, be fixed and firm At the Pleadings of your Learned Council? vmb dt vvg n1, c-crq np1 vvz pn31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, vbb vvn cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 j n1? (5) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 20
144 Will the Winds grow calm, and the Sea hush and be still; Will the Winds grow Cam, and the Sea hush and be still; vmb dt n2 vvb j-jn, cc dt n1 vvi cc vbi j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 20
145 or a Roving Pirate cease his Pursuit, because the Ship and its Cargoe are the Property of its Owners? or a Roving Pirate cease his Pursuit, Because the Ship and its Cargoe Are the Property of its Owners? cc dt j-vvg n1 vvi po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 cc po31 np1 vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n2? (5) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 20
146 Do not these and such like Instances, effectually convince you, That God's Providence is your best Insurance? Can any Power less than his preserve you, from that Violence and Treachery, those Calamities and Dangers, with which your Wealth is surrounded? Do not these and such like Instances, effectually convince you, That God's Providence is your best Insurance? Can any Power less than his preserve you, from that Violence and Treachery, those Calamities and Dangers, with which your Wealth is surrounded? vdb xx d cc d j n2, av-j vvi pn22, cst npg1 n1 vbz po22 js n1? vmb d n1 av-dc cs po31 vvi pn22, p-acp d n1 cc n1, d n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq po22 n1 vbz vvn? (5) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 20
147 Think seriously upon it, and you will then confess, It is your Interest as well as Duty, by Acts of Charity to secure the Divine Protection, which alone is able to preserve your Estates. Think seriously upon it, and you will then confess, It is your Interest as well as Duty, by Acts of Charity to secure the Divine Protection, which alone is able to preserve your Estates. vvb av-j p-acp pn31, cc pn22 vmb av vvi, pn31 vbz po22 n1 c-acp av c-acp n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, r-crq av-j vbz j pc-acp vvi po22 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 20
148 Blessed is he that considereth the Poor; the Lord will deliver him in time of trouble. The Lord will preserve him; Blessed is he that Considereth the Poor; the Lord will deliver him in time of trouble. The Lord will preserve him; vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz dt j; dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 vmb vvi pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 20
149 and keep him alive, and he shall be blessed upon the Earth; and thou wilt not deliver him unto the Will of his Enemies. and keep him alive, and he shall be blessed upon the Earth; and thou wilt not deliver him unto the Will of his Enemies. cc vvb pno31 j, cc pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; cc pns21 vm2 xx vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 20
150 2. The highest and most pressing Motive to Charity, is the comfortable Assurance, that it shall be rewarded in the Life to come. 2. The highest and most pressing Motive to Charity, is the comfortable Assurance, that it shall be rewarded in the Life to come. crd dt js cc av-ds j-vvg n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt j n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 21
151 As preparatory to your Conviction I must remind you, That you are frail and mortal as well as others. As preparatory to your Conviction I must remind you, That you Are frail and Mortal as well as Others. p-acp n1 p-acp po22 n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22, cst pn22 vbr j cc j-jn c-acp av c-acp n2-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 21
152 Which I shall express in the words of the Learned and Pious Dr. Isaac Barrow. And I do designedly repeat his words at this time, Which I shall express in the words of the Learned and Pious Dr. Isaac Barrow. And I do designedly repeat his words At this time, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1 np1 np1. cc pns11 vdb av-j vvi po31 n2 p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 21
153 because by the Mothers side, this Eminent Man was of your County. His Words are these: Because by the Mother's side, this Eminent Man was of your County. His Words Are these: c-acp p-acp dt ng1 n1, d j n1 vbds pp-f po22 n1. po31 n2 vbr d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 21
154 After a very short time your Thread will be spun out; and then you shall be rifled and quite stript of all; After a very short time your Thread will be spun out; and then you shall be rifled and quite stripped of all; p-acp dt j j n1 po22 n1 vmb vbi vvn av; cc av pn22 vmb vbi vvn cc av vvn pp-f d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 21
155 you shall be laid out stark naked, as when you came into the World. you shall be laid out stark naked, as when you Come into the World. pn22 vmb vbb vvn av av-j j, c-acp c-crq pn22 vvd p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 21
156 You shall not carry with you one grain of your glistering Metals, nor one rag of your gaudy Stuff. You shall not carry with you one grain of your glistering Metals, nor one rag of your gaudy Stuff. pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn22 crd n1 pp-f po22 vvg n2, ccx crd n1 pp-f po22 j vvb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 21
157 Your stately Houses, your fine Gardens, and your spacious Walks, must all be exchanged for a close Hole under Ground. Your stately Houses, your fine Gardens, and your spacious Walks, must all be exchanged for a close Hold under Ground. po22 j n2, po22 j n2, cc po22 j n2, vmb d vbi vvn p-acp dt j vvb p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 21
158 You must for ever bid farewel to your Pomps and Magnificences; to your Feasts and Jollities; to your Sports and Pastimes. You must for ever bid farewell to your Pomps and Magnificences; to your Feasts and Jollities; to your Sports and Pastimes. pn22 vmb p-acp av vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2; pc-acp po22 n2 cc n2; pc-acp po22 n2 cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 21
159 Not one of all your numerous and splendid Retinue; Not one of all your numerous and splendid Retinue; xx pi pp-f d po22 j cc j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 22
160 no Companion of your Pleasures, no Admirer of your Fortune, no Flatterer of your Vices can wait upon you: But desolate and unattended, you must go down into the Chambers of Darkness. Thus that Learned Person. no Companion of your Pleasures, no Admirer of your Fortune, no Flatterer of your Vices can wait upon you: But desolate and unattended, you must go down into the Chambers of Darkness. Thus that Learned Person. dx n1 pp-f po22 n2, dx n1 pp-f po22 n1, dx n1 pp-f po22 n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn22: cc-acp j cc j, pn22 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. av cst j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 22
161 Being thus convinced that you must certainly Dye; Being thus convinced that you must Certainly Die; vbg av vvn cst pn22 vmb av-j vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 22
162 the next Thought is to consider, (and it is a weighty Thought) Whither are you going when you leave this World? Into what unknown Regions is your next remove? the next Thought is to Consider, (and it is a weighty Thought) Whither Are you going when you leave this World? Into what unknown Regions is your next remove? dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, (cc pn31 vbz dt j n1) q-crq vbr pn22 vvg c-crq pn22 vvi d n1? p-acp r-crq j n2 vbz po22 ord vvi? (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 22
163 And then, since Persons of your Figure do love to be well treated, 'tis methodical to inquire; And then, since Persons of your Figure do love to be well treated, it's methodical to inquire; cc av, c-acp n2 pp-f po22 n1 vdb vvi pc-acp vbi av vvn, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 22
164 What kind of Entertainment are you then to expect? What Preparations have you made for your Reception there? What kind of Entertainment Are you then to expect? What Preparations have you made for your Reception there? q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbr pn22 av pc-acp vvi? q-crq n2 vhb pn22 vvn p-acp po22 n1 a-acp? (5) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 22
165 Persons of Honour and Quality, in their Progress or their Journey, do give Notice of their approach to such or such a Place, Persons of Honour and Quality, in their Progress or their Journey, do give Notice of their approach to such or such a Place, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp po32 n1 cc po32 n1, vdb vvi n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d cc d dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 22
166 and send their Harbingers before to make Provision for them; that so they may be received with Decency, and according to their Quality. and send their Harbingers before to make Provision for them; that so they may be received with Decency, and according to their Quality. cc vvi po32 n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32; cst av pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 22
167 Let us now examine, Whether you are as wise for the Life to come, as you are for this. Let us now examine, Whither you Are as wise for the Life to come, as you Are for this. vvb pno12 av vvi, cs pn22 vbr a-acp j c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pn22 vbr p-acp d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 23
168 We are all Strangers in this World, and have here no continuing City; We Are all Strangers in this World, and have Here no Continuing city; pns12 vbr d n2 p-acp d n1, cc vhb av dx j-vvg n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 23
169 but as Pilgrims and Sojourners are Travelling to a better Country. Now those who Travel into Foreign Parts, do either send some Effects before them, but as Pilgrim's and Sojourners Are Traveling to a better Country. Now those who Travel into Foreign Parts, do either send Some Effects before them, p-acp c-acp ng1 cc n2 vbr vvg p-acp dt jc n1. av d r-crq vvb p-acp j n2, vdb av-d vvi d n2 p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 23
170 or else do carry along with them Bills of Credit, which they take up in the Coin or Commodities of those Countries, as they have occasion. or Else do carry along with them Bills of Credit, which they take up in the Coin or Commodities of those Countries, as they have occasion. cc av vdb vvi a-acp p-acp pno32 n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f d n2, c-acp pns32 vhb n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 23
171 Indeed in this World, Money answereth all things. But there is something else which answereth all things in the next: viz. Alms and Charitable Distributions. Indeed in this World, Money Answers all things. But there is something Else which Answers all things in the next: viz. Alms and Charitable Distributions. av p-acp d n1, n1 vvz d n2. p-acp pc-acp vbz pi av r-crq vvz d n2 p-acp dt ord: n1 n2 cc j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 23
172 These are your Exchange for the other World, and the Bills and Effects you are to send before you. These Are your Exchange for the other World, and the Bills and Effects you Are to send before you. d vbr po22 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc dt n2 cc n2 pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22. (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 23
173 These (in the Traders Language) are such Bills, as will certainly be accepted. Or (in Scripture Phrase) shall be recompensed at the Resurrection of the Just. These (in the Traders Language) Are such Bills, as will Certainly be accepted. Or (in Scripture Phrase) shall be recompensed At the Resurrection of the Just. np1 (p-acp dt n2 n1) vbr d n2, c-acp vmb av-j vbi vvn. cc (p-acp n1 n1) vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 23
174 By thus giving Alms, you provide your selves Bags which wax not old; a Treasure in the Heavens that faileth not, where no Thief approacheth, neither Moth corrupteth. By thus giving Alms, you provide your selves Bags which wax not old; a Treasure in the Heavens that Faileth not, where no Thief Approaches, neither Moth corrupteth. p-acp av vvg n2, pn22 vvb po22 n2 n2 r-crq vvb xx j; dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cst vvz xx, c-crq dx n1 vvz, dx n1 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 23
175 By this faithful usage of the Mammon of Ʋnrighteousness, you make your selves Friends, that when ye fail (when ye Dye, By this faithful usage of the Mammon of Ʋnrighteousness, you make your selves Friends, that when you fail (when you Die, p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt np1 pp-f n1, pn22 vvb po22 n2 n2, cst c-crq pn22 vvb (c-crq pn22 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 24
176 when you leave your Houses, and your Lands behind you) will receive you (will cause you to be received) into Everlasting Habitations Which God grant to us All. Now to God the Father, God the Son, when you leave your Houses, and your Lands behind you) will receive you (will cause you to be received) into Everlasting Habitations Which God grant to us All. Now to God the Father, God the Son, c-crq pn22 vvb po22 n2, cc po22 n2 p-acp pn22) vmb vvi pn22 (n1 n1 pn22 pc-acp vbi vvn) p-acp j n2 r-crq np1 vvb p-acp pno12 d av p-acp np1 dt n1, np1 dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 24
177 and God the Holy Ghost, Three Persons, but One Glorious God, be ascribed, as is most due, all Honour, Power, and God the Holy Ghost, Three Persons, but One Glorious God, be ascribed, as is most due, all Honour, Power, cc np1 dt j n1, crd n2, cc-acp crd j np1, vbb vvn, c-acp vbz av-ds j-jn, d n1, n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 24
178 and Praise, henceforth and for ever. Amen. FINIS. and Praise, henceforth and for ever. Amen. FINIS. cc n1, av cc p-acp av. uh-n. fw-la. (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 24

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