Ahitophel's policy defeated a sermon preached on the 9th of September, being the day appointed by His Majesty for a publick thanksgiving for his kingdoms great deliverance from the late treasonable conspiracy against his sacred person and government.
2 Sam. XV. 12. And Absalom sent for Ahitophel the Gilonite, Davids Counsellour, from his City, even from Giloh, while he offered Sacrifices: and the Conspiracy was strong;
2 Sam. XV. 12. And Absalom sent for Ahithophel the Gilonite, Davids Counselor, from his city, even from Giloh, while he offered Sacrifices: and the conspiracy was strong;
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for the people increased continually with Absalom. WE read in the XIII. Chapter of this Book, that Absalom (having kill'd his Brother Ammon for defiling his Sister Tamar ) presently fled unto Geshur in Syria, where he continued some time with King Talmai, his Grandfather by the Mother's side.
for the people increased continually with Absalom. WE read in the XIII. Chapter of this Book, that Absalom (having killed his Brother Ammon for defiling his Sister Tamar) presently fled unto Geshur in Syria, where he continued Some time with King Talmai, his Grandfather by the Mother's side.
Ammon was elder Brother, and therefore (considering Absalom 's aspiring Genius) 'tis probable that he committed this Parricide, rather out of an Ambition he had to be the more nearly related to the Crown,
Ammon was elder Brother, and Therefore (considering Absalom is aspiring Genius) it's probable that he committed this Parricide, rather out of an Ambition he had to be the more nearly related to the Crown,
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However he takes this occasion to remove him out of the way, and because he justly feared that his Father David would not let so foul a Fact go unpunish'd, he flyes from his presence,
However he Takes this occasion to remove him out of the Way, and Because he justly feared that his Father David would not let so foul a Fact go unpunished, he flies from his presence,
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When Joab (perceiving the King's Affections towards his Son) by the Parable which he put into the mouth of the Widow of Tekoah, prevail'd with the King to issue out Order for bringing him back again to the Imperial City.
When Joab (perceiving the King's Affections towards his Son) by the Parable which he put into the Mouth of the Widow of Tekoah, prevailed with the King to issue out Order for bringing him back again to the Imperial city.
So Joab arose, and went to Geshur, and brought Absalom to Jerusalem. Ch. XIV. v. 23. Where after he had resided about two years, he is permitted to see the King's face,
So Joab arose, and went to Geshur, and brought Absalom to Jerusalem. Christ XIV. v. 23. Where After he had resided about two Years, he is permitted to see the King's face,
And now Wit and Strength, Judgment and Courage being united, no wonder that the People daily flock'd to Absalom, and that great numbers continually listed themselves into the Conspiracy.
And now Wit and Strength, Judgement and Courage being united, no wonder that the People daily flocked to Absalom, and that great numbers continually listed themselves into the conspiracy.
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and Chief Promoters of it, (II.) Of the Person against whom it was design'd, (III.) The Pretences by which it was carry'd on, (IV.) The Progress which was made in it, And (V.) how at last it was happily Discover'd and Defeated.
and Chief Promoters of it, (II) Of the Person against whom it was designed, (III.) The Pretences by which it was carried on, (IV.) The Progress which was made in it, And (V.) how At last it was happily Discovered and Defeated.
(I.) The Chief Heads and Promoters of it were Absalom and Ahitophel, two whose Qualifications render'd them fit both to project and execute this horrid Conspiracy.
(I) The Chief Heads and Promoters of it were Absalom and Ahithophel, two whose Qualifications rendered them fit both to project and execute this horrid conspiracy.
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1. By Birth we find that he was the King's Son, tho' not the Immediate Successour: For David had another Son elder than he was, 2 Sam. III. 3. But no matter whether the Title be lawful or no.
1. By Birth we find that he was the King's Son, though not the Immediate Successor: For David had Another Son elder than he was, 2 Sam. III. 3. But no matter whither the Title be lawful or no.
Why should he stand upon the niceties of Law, when his own Merits, and the Voice of the Multitude have already declar'd him King? And what Consecration can be more Sacred than this, wherein Intrinsick Worth,
Why should he stand upon the niceties of Law, when his own Merits, and the Voice of the Multitude have already declared him King? And what Consecration can be more Sacred than this, wherein Intrinsic Worth,
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and proclaim'd on Earth by God's Representatives, the People? I am the King's Son (as we may suppose Absalom arguing the case with himself) and tho' there be another elder than I am,
and proclaimed on Earth by God's Representatives, the People? I am the King's Son (as we may suppose Absalom arguing the case with himself) and though there be Another elder than I am,
I have the Royal Blood in my Veins as well as he, and none of those Impediments which disanuls his Birthright, and make him altogether uncapable to be King of Israel. Thus we may suppose Absalom's ambitious Thoughts roving beyond all the Sacred Bounds of God's Laws, to find out new Arguments whereby he might prove, that he,
I have the Royal Blood in my veins as well as he, and none of those Impediments which disannuls his Birthright, and make him altogether uncapable to be King of Israel. Thus we may suppose Absalom's ambitious Thoughts roving beyond all the Sacred Bounds of God's Laws, to find out new Arguments whereby he might prove, that he,
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His fair and comely Feature render'd him amiable in the Eyes of Men, and did silently plead his Cause with those who Judge according to appearance, and not righteous Judgment.
His fair and comely Feature rendered him amiable in the Eyes of Men, and did silently plead his Cause with those who Judge according to appearance, and not righteous Judgement.
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Amongst all the Children of, Israel he was reputed the Fairest, and therefore by the Vulgar, who judge more by Sense than Reason, would be accounted the most Deserving.
among all the Children of, Israel he was reputed the Fairest, and Therefore by the vulgar, who judge more by Sense than Reason, would be accounted the most Deserving.
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but Enticements unto Sin, does waste his Talent, and has reason to fear, that hereafter he shall find the Reward of a wicked and faithless Servant. These graceless Servants, who instead of improving, do misemploy their Endowments, are highly Injurious unto the Lord of Heaven and Earth,
but Enticements unto since, does waste his Talon, and has reason to Fear, that hereafter he shall find the Reward of a wicked and faithless Servant. These graceless Servants, who instead of improving, do misemploy their Endowments, Are highly Injurious unto the Lord of Heaven and Earth,
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and yet all the Actions of his life be very ugly, and fouly mishapen: the Symmetry of his body will serve only to aggravate the Irregularities of his mind.
and yet all the Actions of his life be very ugly, and foully Misshapen: the Symmetry of his body will serve only to aggravate the Irregularities of his mind.
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If the Pharisee's Hands be wash'd, when his Heart is full of all manner of Corruption, he's still a Pharisee, and shall receive the Woe denounc'd against such hypocritical Sinners:
If the Pharisee's Hands be washed, when his Heart is full of all manner of Corruption, he's still a Pharisee, and shall receive the Woe denounced against such hypocritical Sinners:
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When any man came nigh him to do him obeisance, he put forth his hand, and took him, and kissed him, Ch. XV. v. 5. A courteous and friendly Deportment towards Inferiours (if it proceed from a natural temper) is a sign of an ingenuous disposition.
When any man Come High him to do him obeisance, he put forth his hand, and took him, and kissed him, Christ XV. v. 5. A courteous and friendly Deportment towards Inferiors (if it proceed from a natural temper) is a Signen of an ingenuous disposition.
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and does not think a Disdainful and Proud Behaviour to be a necessary Qualification of an Accomplish'd Gentleman. He as much avoids the Moroseness of the sullen Stoick,
and does not think a Disdainful and Proud Behaviour to be a necessary Qualification of an Accomplished Gentleman. He as much avoids the Moroseness of the sullen Stoic,
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or (which by the way is the true meaning of Edification) can thereby build them up in their Christian Faith, in the Communion of the one Holy Catholick-Church. Had Absalom 's obligeing Carriage been founded upon this Principle,
or (which by the Way is the true meaning of Edification) can thereby built them up in their Christian Faith, in the Communion of the one Holy Catholick-Church. Had Absalom is obliging Carriage been founded upon this Principle,
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All his fair Words, and taking Gestures, were but so many Artificial Tricks of Leger-de-main, whereby he stole away the Hearts of the People from his Father,
All his fair Words, and taking Gestures, were but so many Artificial Tricks of Legerdemain, whereby he stole away the Hearts of the People from his Father,
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and Duty on the one side, or the prospect of Danger on the other, to a Valiant Heart enflamed with the Fire of Ambition? Such an one sees no Obstacles either of Conscience or Difficulty in the way;
and Duty on the one side, or the prospect of Danger on the other, to a Valiant Heart inflamed with the Fire of Ambition? Such an one sees no Obstacles either of Conscience or Difficulty in the Way;
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how strongly Princes are guarded by the King of Kings, and Lord of Lords; and how frequently the Divine Providence doth detect and confound the Designs of Disobedient Sons and Rebellious Subjects:
how strongly Princes Are guarded by the King of Kings, and Lord of lords; and how frequently the Divine Providence does detect and confound the Designs of Disobedient Sons and Rebellious Subject's:
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Had he seriously weigh'd these things, he would have found that his fancy'd Dominion and Greatness in one Scale, was not able to counter-ballance the Sin and Danger of this Conspiracy in the other.
Had he seriously weighed these things, he would have found that his fancied Dominion and Greatness in one Scale, was not able to counterbalance the since and Danger of this conspiracy in the other.
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But what Reason and Consideration can be expected from Brutal Courage, and Armed Madness? From Natural Strength heated with the Feaverish Imaginations of Crowns and Scepters? This High and Daring Disposition Absalom 's Politick-Drivers saw, and abused.
But what Reason and Consideration can be expected from Brutal Courage, and Armed Madness? From Natural Strength heated with the Feverish Imaginations of Crowns and Sceptres? This High and Daring Disposition Absalom is Politick-Drivers saw, and abused.
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As his Blood serv'd to Countenance, so his Great Spirit to Animate their Wicked Intentions. Out of his Discontented Passion, his Counsellors wrought their own Ends;
As his Blood served to Countenance, so his Great Spirit to Animate their Wicked Intentions. Out of his Discontented Passion, his Counsellors wrought their own Ends;
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and by Ahitophel 's wicked Insinuations is made the worst of Subjects, such wretched Tutors shall be responsible for the pernicious Principles of their perverted Pupils.
and by Ahithophel is wicked Insinuations is made the worst of Subject's, such wretched Tutors shall be responsible for the pernicious Principles of their perverted Pupils.
And if we Consider Ahitophel's Character, it will appear that none of all David 's Counsellors was so fit and likely to debauch the Mind of this Young Disciple,
And if we Consider Ahithophel's Character, it will appear that none of all David is Counsellors was so fit and likely to debauch the Mind of this Young Disciple,
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and so become the Great Engineer of this Conspiracy, as this Arch-Politician. For, 1. he had been David 's Counsellour, or the President, (it's possible) of that Honourable Board, 1 Chron. XXVII. 33. Upon this Account, he (being a Man of Penetrating Wit) must needs have been well acquainted with the Methods of David 's Counsels, the Posture of his Affairs, his Particular Inclinations,
and so become the Great Engineer of this conspiracy, as this Arch-Politician. For, 1. he had been David is Counselor, or the President, (it's possible) of that Honourable Board, 1 Chronicles XXVII. 33. Upon this Account, he (being a Man of Penetrating Wit) must needs have been well acquainted with the Methods of David is Counsels, the Posture of his Affairs, his Particular Inclinations,
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And we may be sure that Ahitophel (who 'twas well known, omitted no Opportunities which made for his Purpose) gave no small Encouragement to the Cause, by the Knowledge which he had of State-matters,
And we may be sure that Ahithophel (who 'twas well known, omitted no Opportunities which made for his Purpose) gave no small Encouragement to the Cause, by the Knowledge which he had of State-matters,
Especially, 2. At this Time, being a a Discontented Courtier, doubtless he strain'd his Wit, to invent how he might Revenge himself upon Good King David. Therefore finding Absalom in the Heat of Youth, greedy of Soveraignty,
Especially, 2. At this Time, being a a Discontented Courtier, doubtless he strained his Wit, to invent how he might Revenge himself upon Good King David. Therefore finding Absalom in the Heat of Youth, greedy of Sovereignty,
He presently Joynes Issue with him, aggravates the Father's Unkindness, represents the Sons Innocence, and with all Pathetick Expressions, which Malice could suggest, endeavours to raise Absalom unto the highest Pitch of Indignation:
He presently Joins Issue with him, aggravates the Father's Unkindness, represents the Sons Innocence, and with all Pathetic Expressions, which Malice could suggest, endeavours to raise Absalom unto the highest Pitch of Indignation:
For tho' there is no Mention of Ahitophel 's Consulting with Absalom before he sent for him to Hebron; yet this doth not exclude Former Debates about the business.
For though there is no Mention of Ahithophel is Consulting with Absalom before he sent for him to Hebron; yet this does not exclude Former Debates about the business.
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And indeed it is not probable that Absalom, had he not been before assur'd of his Utmost Assistance, wou'd have made him his Intimate Companion at Hebron, and there have imparted to him his most Secret Counsels.
And indeed it is not probable that Absalom, had he not been before assured of his Utmost Assistance, would have made him his Intimate Companion At Hebron, and there have imparted to him his most Secret Counsels.
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The Counsel of Ahitophel (sayes the Text) was as if a Man had enquired at the Oracle, (or the word) of God. So it had been with David, and so now it was with Absalom, Chap. XVI. 23. He was so esteem'd for his Wisdom, that his Counsels were receiv'd,
The Counsel of Ahithophel (Says the Text) was as if a Man had inquired At the Oracle, (or the word) of God. So it had been with David, and so now it was with Absalom, Chap. XVI. 23. He was so esteemed for his Wisdom, that his Counsels were received,
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as if they had all been Divine Truths and Reveal'd from Heaven. His Advice was generally seconded with sutable Success, therefore it was so highly Reverenc'd;
as if they had all been Divine Truths and Revealed from Heaven. His advice was generally seconded with suitable Success, Therefore it was so highly Reverenced;
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So that the Wisdome for which he was so highly admired, was not really that which descends from above, Pure and Peaceable: but that Earthly Wisdom which is Sensual and Devilish. He was acquainted with all the Turns and Intrigues, the Windeings and Doublings, the Passions and Principles of Crooked Nature.
So that the Wisdom for which he was so highly admired, was not really that which descends from above, Pure and Peaceable: but that Earthly Wisdom which is Sensual and Devilish. He was acquainted with all the Turns and Intrigues, the Windings and Doublings, the Passion and Principles of Crooked Nature.
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He was very well Skill'd in all the Frauds, Impostures and Vices of Mankind; Had all the Wisdome of the Serpent, but nothing of the Dove-like Innocence.
He was very well Skilled in all the Frauds, Impostors and Vices of Mankind; Had all the Wisdom of the Serpent, but nothing of the Dovelike Innocence.
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He who seem'd to be an Oracle of God, was, in truth, rather inspired by that Infernal Spirit who Actuated the Oracle at Delphos: And tho' he appear'd as an Angel of Light,
He who seemed to be an Oracle of God, was, in truth, rather inspired by that Infernal Spirit who Actuated the Oracle At Delphos: And though he appeared as an Angel of Light,
yet really was one of the subtle Agents of the Prince of Darkness. And now, was not he, who had been David 's Chief Counsellour; at present a Discontented Courtier;
yet really was one of the subtle Agents of the Prince of Darkness. And now, was not he, who had been David is Chief Counselor; At present a Discontented Courtier;
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who all this while lay secure, sooner Expecting the Invasion of a Foreign Enemy, than a Conspiracy headed by his Dearest Son. His indulgent Affection would not suffer him to entertain such a Thought of the Young Man, whom he so Entirely loved.
who all this while lay secure, sooner Expecting the Invasion of a Foreign Enemy, than a conspiracy headed by his Dearest Son. His indulgent Affection would not suffer him to entertain such a Thought of the Young Man, whom he so Entirely loved.
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as to Design against my Life, who am his King, his Benefactor, and his Aged Father? Will he Ruine me, who am Contriving his Well-being? What can he Propose to himself by my Death,
as to Design against my Life, who am his King, his Benefactor, and his Aged Father? Will he Ruin me, who am Contriving his Well-being? What can he Propose to himself by my Death,
Can he either be so Foolish or so Profligately Wicked, as to Endeavour at once both to Undo me and himself? After this Manner (it's probable) that the Good King reason'd with himself till Treason loudly Knock'd at his Gates;
Can he either be so Foolish or so Profligately Wicked, as to Endeavour At once both to Undo me and himself? After this Manner (it's probable) that the Good King reasoned with himself till Treason loudly Knocked At his Gates;
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But how (may we suppose) did this strange News pierce his afflicted Soul? The Curses of Shimei, and the Reproaches of Goliah, were but easy tryals of his Patience,
But how (may we suppose) did this strange News pierce his afflicted Soul? The Curses of Shimei, and the Reproaches of Goliath, were but easy trials of his Patience,
But besides this Especial Relation, which did require Absalom 's Obedience, David was King of all Israel; and therefore all the People were bound to give unto him the things which belong unto Caesar: Custom, Tribute, Reverence, Loyalty, and Dutiful Allegiance. Had he been as bad as Zedekiah, yet was he the Breath of their Nostrils, and ought to have been Treated as the Anointed of the Lord, Lam. IV. 20. Had he been as Wicked as Nero, yet he was God 's Vicegerent; and his Subjects were oblig'd to Obey not only him, as Supream, but also his Ministers as sent by him, and this, under no less a Penalty than Damnation. Had he been the Greatest Oppressour,
But beside this Especial Relation, which did require Absalom is obedience, David was King of all Israel; and Therefore all the People were bound to give unto him the things which belong unto Caesar: Custom, Tribute, reverence, Loyalty, and Dutiful Allegiance. Had he been as bad as Zedekiah, yet was he the Breath of their Nostrils, and ought to have been Treated as the Anointed of the Lord, Lam. IV. 20. Had he been as Wicked as Nero, yet he was God is Vicegerent; and his Subject's were obliged to Obey not only him, as Supreme, but also his Ministers as sent by him, and this, under no less a Penalty than Damnation. Had he been the Greatest Oppressor,
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And who can Stretch out his hand against the Lord's Anointed, and be guiltless? Prov. XXX. 31. 1 Sam. XXXVI 9. Is it fit (saith Elihu ) to say to a King, thou art wicked,
And who can Stretch out his hand against the Lord's Anointed, and be guiltless? Curae XXX. 31. 1 Sam. XXXVI 9. Is it fit (Says Elihu) to say to a King, thou art wicked,
and to Princes ye are ungodly? Is it comely, nay is it not highly Impious, to Reproach the Footsteps of God's Anointed? Job XXXIV. 16. Psal. LXXXIX. 51. And as we must not Blaspheme the Sacred Persons of Kings with our Words,
and to Princes you Are ungodly? Is it comely, nay is it not highly Impious, to Reproach the Footsteps of God's Anointed? Job XXXIV. 16. Psalm LXXXIX. 51. And as we must not Blaspheme the Sacred Persons of Kings with our Words,
Those who do so, Rebel not only against them, but against the King of Kings, who hath reserv'd unto himself the Prerogative of Judging, Rebuking, and Punishing his Representatives.
Those who do so, Rebel not only against them, but against the King of Kings, who hath reserved unto himself the Prerogative of Judging, Rebuking, and Punishing his Representatives.
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and instead of Opposing him by Force of Arms, was oblig'd to make it part of his Daily Prayer unto God, that he wou'd grant the King a long Life, even for ever and ever. Neh. II. 3.
and instead of Opposing him by Force of Arms, was obliged to make it part of his Daily Prayer unto God, that he would grant the King a long Life, even for ever and ever. Neh II 3.
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But if we Consider him as a most Gracious and Merciful, Wise and Prudent, Just and Righteous King; this does hugely aggravate the Guilt of those Rebellious Israelites. He resembled God not only in Power,
But if we Consider him as a most Gracious and Merciful, Wise and Prudent, Just and Righteous King; this does hugely aggravate the Gilded of those Rebellious Israelites. He resembled God not only in Power,
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that his Subjects had no cause to complain of those Mischiefs, which usually accompany that Princes Reign, which is manag'd with Barbarous Cruelty, unworthy Cunning, and Licentious Toleration.
that his Subject's had no cause to complain of those Mischiefs, which usually accompany that Princes Reign, which is managed with Barbarous Cruelty, unworthy Cunning, and Licentious Toleration.
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What therefore should move them to Rebel against him, who in Virtue as well as Dignity of Place was the Light of Israel, and Worth ten Thousand of them? O Foolish People, and Unwise!
What Therefore should move them to Rebel against him, who in Virtue as well as Dignity of Place was the Light of Israel, and Worth ten Thousand of them? Oh Foolish People, and Unwise!
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and by what Prophet hath he Pulickly denounc'd that his Kingdom shall not Continue? To what Man of God hath he given Commission to appoint another During his Reign,
and by what Prophet hath he Pulickly denounced that his Kingdom shall not Continue? To what Man of God hath he given Commission to appoint Another During his Reign,
as he did to Samuel, to anoint David, whilst Saul possest the Kingdom of Israel? If the House of Saul (by God's Express Order) be rejected for his Rebellion against God, shall therefore Good King David, without positive command from Heaven, be dethron'd by the People? God does not now Transfer Kingdoms from one to another by Immediate Revelation;
as he did to Samuel, to anoint David, while Saul possessed the Kingdom of Israel? If the House of Saul (by God's Express Order) be rejected for his Rebellion against God, shall Therefore Good King David, without positive command from Heaven, be dethroned by the People? God does not now Transfer Kingdoms from one to Another by Immediate Revelation;
When he had Chosen Moses to be King in Jesharun, he abhors and is highly offended at those Factious Levites, and famous Members of Parliament, men of Renown, who shall murmur and Remonstrate against his proceedings.
When he had Chosen Moses to be King in Jesharun, he abhors and is highly offended At those Factious Levites, and famous Members of Parliament, men of Renown, who shall murmur and Remonstrate against his proceedings.
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When their Ancient Liberties, and Just Rights, and (that which ought to be most dear unto every true Israelite ) their Holy Religion (as Reform'd by Absalom and Ahitophel at Hebron) lay at Stake,
When their Ancient Liberties, and Just Rights, and (that which ought to be most dear unto every true Israelite) their Holy Religion (as Reformed by Absalom and Ahithophel At Hebron) lay At Stake,
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and doubted not but that all who had any love to their Country, or their Religion, would joyn with them in this Righteous and Holy Cause. They were very sensible that the Followers of David would reproach them as Rebels and Traytors; and appropriate unto themselves the Title of the Loyal Party: But this did not move them, who (for the good of their Brethren) were ready not only to be evil Spoken of; but to Sacrifice their very Lives, and all their dearest Concerns in this World.
and doubted not but that all who had any love to their Country, or their Religion, would join with them in this Righteous and Holy Cause. They were very sensible that the Followers of David would reproach them as Rebels and Traitors; and Appropriate unto themselves the Title of the Loyal Party: But this did not move them, who (for the good of their Brothers) were ready not only to be evil Spoken of; but to Sacrifice their very Lives, and all their dearest Concerns in this World.
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And now what honest, plain and simple Israelite (hearing these fair Pretences) wou'd not become a Proselyte, weep over the Miseries of his Nation, look upon these Persons as his only Patriots,
And now what honest, plain and simple Israelite (hearing these fair Pretences) would not become a Proselyte, weep over the Misery's of his nation, look upon these Persons as his only Patriots,
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and intirely give up himself unto their Conduct? These sweet Words, and glosing Harangues (especially coming from Men famous in the Assembly ) were enough to Charm the Common and Vulgar, tho' Innocent and Well-meaning People.
and entirely give up himself unto their Conduct? These sweet Words, and glossing Harangues (especially coming from Men famous in the Assembly) were enough to Charm the Common and vulgar, though Innocent and Well-meaning People.
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A Cabal of Republicans, Atheists, and Fanaticks met together at Hebron, and agreed (under the specious Pretences of Property and Publick Good, Liberties and the Laws, Religion and Reformation ) to invite into the Faction, the Honest and Industrions; the Ingenuous and Free-born; the Pious and Devout. They were already Assured of those who were like unto themselves in Temper and Principles;
A Cabal of Republicans, Atheists, and Fanatics met together At Hebron, and agreed (under the specious Pretences of Property and Public Good, Liberties and the Laws, Religion and Reformation) to invite into the Faction, the Honest and Industria; the Ingenuous and Freeborn; the Pious and Devout. They were already Assured of those who were like unto themselves in Temper and Principles;
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and that they might catch others, who in a Lawful Sense were Friends to Property, Liberty, and Religion, they Baited the Hook with these Glittering Pretences.
and that they might catch Others, who in a Lawful Sense were Friends to Property, Liberty, and Religion, they Baited the Hook with these Glittering Pretences.
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Or, (as it is in the Margine) none will hear thee from the King downward, 2 Sam. XV. 3. David now began to grow in Age, and therefore Absalom took this Occasion to render him Odious and Despicable unto the People.
Or, (as it is in the Margin) none will hear thee from the King downward, 2 Sam. XV. 3. David now began to grow in Age, and Therefore Absalom took this Occasion to render him Odious and Despicable unto the People.
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not Considering that David, by the Wisdom and Experience of Old-Age, was now better Qualify'd to Rule his Kingdom in Peace, which by the Strength and Valour of his Youth he had before Defended in War. But suppose that David, through the Infirmities of Age, was uncapable to Govern so well as in his more Sprightly Youth;
not Considering that David, by the Wisdom and Experience of Old age, was now better Qualified to Rule his Kingdom in Peace, which by the Strength and Valour of his Youth he had before Defended in War. But suppose that David, through the Infirmities of Age, was uncapable to Govern so well as in his more Sprightly Youth;
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doth it become Absalom to expose the Nakedness of his Father, or Ahitophel to Discover the Imperfections of his Aged Master? Is it the part of an Obedient Son or Faithful Servant, in his Declining Age to Incense the People against him,
does it become Absalom to expose the Nakedness of his Father, or Ahithophel to Discover the Imperfections of his Aged Master? Is it the part of an Obedient Son or Faithful Servant, in his Declining Age to Incense the People against him,
and so endeavour with Sorrow to bring down his Gray Hairs unto the Grave? Perhaps while they were at Court, they had observ'd some Miscarriages of David 's Officers.
and so endeavour with Sorrow to bring down his Grey Hairs unto the Grave? Perhaps while they were At Court, they had observed Some Miscarriages of David is Officers.
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and no man could call any thing, which he possest, his own? This use indeed Absalom makes of the Court-Corruptions, not that he was Concern'd for the Peoples Happiness,
and no man could call any thing, which he possessed, his own? This use indeed Absalom makes of the Court-Corruptions, not that he was Concerned for the Peoples Happiness,
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but some of his Advisers ('tis not unprobable) under this Colour, intended to turn the Monarchy into a Common-Wealth. And this Argument, 'twas thought, would Prevail with those to come over to the Party, who were Honest and Industrious;
but Some of his Advisers (it's not unprobable) under this Colour, intended to turn the Monarchy into a commonwealth. And this Argument, 'twas Thought, would Prevail with those to come over to the Party, who were Honest and Industria;
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2. In like manner to gain the Ingenuous, and those who were well Descended, We may be assured that Absalom's Counsellours caus'd it to be bruited abroad, that King David was about to bring in Arbitrary Government, and to take away all their Laws, Rights, Priviledges and Immunities, which they and their Fore-fathers had hitherto enjoy'd.
2. In like manner to gain the Ingenuous, and those who were well Descended, We may be assured that Absalom's Counsellors caused it to be bruited abroad, that King David was about to bring in Arbitrary Government, and to take away all their Laws, Rights, Privileges and Immunities, which they and their Forefathers had hitherto enjoyed.
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What! shall we who are a Free born People be Entangled with the Yoke of Bondage? Shall we who are Abraham 's Seed, and never were in Bondage to any man, tamely suffer our selves to be made Vassals and Slaves,
What! shall we who Are a Free born People be Entangled with the Yoke of Bondage? Shall we who Are Abraham is Seed, and never were in Bondage to any man, tamely suffer our selves to be made Vassals and Slaves,
when we have Law on our sides, and Power in our Hands, to Vindicate our own Liberties? If David cease to behave himself as our just and merciful King, we do no longer own him the Duty of Subjects.
when we have Law on our sides, and Power in our Hands, to Vindicate our own Liberties? If David cease to behave himself as our just and merciful King, we do no longer own him the Duty of Subject's.
We are not now in Egypt, but in Israel; and if David will be a Pharaoh, shall we be Egyptian Bond-slaves? With such like strains as these, the Popular Orators drew in to their Faction those Israelites, who were Well-Born, and had been Ingenuously Educated.
We Are not now in Egypt, but in Israel; and if David will be a Pharaoh, shall we be Egyptian Bondslaves? With such like strains as these, the Popular Orators drew in to their Faction those Israelites, who were Wellborn, and had been Ingenuously Educated.
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and plausible Common-Place of the Seditious, but also because Solomon's Government (which was more Easy and Peaceable than David 's) was, we find, accounted Grievous,
and plausible Common-Place of the Seditious, but also Because Solomon's Government (which was more Easy and Peaceable than David is) was, we find, accounted Grievous,
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Thy Father (says Jeroboam in the name of all Israel ) made our Yoke Grievous, 1 King. XII. 4. We may therefore, not without Reason, presume that Absalom 's Agitators did not omit this Occasion,
Thy Father (Says Jeroboam in the name of all Israel) made our Yoke Grievous, 1 King. XII. 4. We may Therefore, not without Reason, presume that Absalom is Agitators did not omit this Occasion,
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3. But the greatest Imposture was the Pretence of Religion, set on Foot (as we may suppose) by Absalom's Fanatick-Confessours, that so their Rebellion might be reputed the Cause of Religion,
3. But the greatest Imposture was the Pretence of Religion, Set on Foot (as we may suppose) by Absalom's Fanatick-Confessours, that so their Rebellion might be reputed the Cause of Religion,
For this Purpose Absalom must feign at least, that he had Vowed, if he should return safe to Jerusalem, to praise God at Hebron for his goodness towards him.
For this Purpose Absalom must feign At least, that he had Vowed, if he should return safe to Jerusalem, to praise God At Hebron for his Goodness towards him.
The truly Religious David, glad to hear that his Son was so well dispos'd, readily grants his Petition, little suspecting that Hebron, where Sacrifices, especially Peace-Offerings, used to be performed, should be a place design'd for a Religious Conspiracy. But so it was;
The truly Religious David, glad to hear that his Son was so well disposed, readily grants his Petition, little suspecting that Hebron, where Sacrifices, especially Peace-Offerings, used to be performed, should be a place designed for a Religious conspiracy. But so it was;
Wickedness is never so bewitching, as when it appears in the Beautiful Robes of Religion. Who would have suspected any harm from this Holy Assembly of the Brother-hood? Alas! Absalom, Good Man!
Wickedness is never so bewitching, as when it appears in the Beautiful Robes of Religion. Who would have suspected any harm from this Holy Assembly of the Brotherhood? Alas! Absalom, Good Man!
intends to becom a New Man, resolves to Repent of all his former sins, and for this end is come to Hebron to Perform this Vow, in a more pure way of Worship,
intends to become a New Man, resolves to repent of all his former Sins, and for this end is come to Hebron to Perform this Voelli, in a more pure Way of Worship,
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Thus the Conspirators might Apologise for themselves, when they were intimately Conscious that this Thanks-giving (with all the Religion and Hospitality which did attend it) was design'd as a Prologue unto the most Dismal Tragedy, the Murther of the best of Kings.
Thus the Conspirators might Apologise for themselves, when they were intimately Conscious that this Thanksgiving (with all the Religion and Hospitality which did attend it) was designed as a Prologue unto the most Dismal Tragedy, the Murder of the best of Kings.
Upon Condition that they will be Employ'd in the Way of Schism, and Sedition, he allows them to dress themselves with all the External Ornaments of Holiness.
Upon Condition that they will be Employed in the Way of Schism, and Sedition, he allows them to dress themselves with all the External Ornament of Holiness.
when a splendid Zeal appears on the out-side, he's very well satisfy'd, and fears no Evil from the Long and Tedious Exercises of such Religious Mountebanks.
when a splendid Zeal appears on the outside, he's very well satisfied, and fears no Evil from the Long and Tedious Exercises of such Religious Mountebanks.
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Now they thought that all was sure, and therefore Trusting no longer to the slow Methods of Sedition, they betook themselves to Arms. And if Ahitophel 's Counsel had been taken, He, with his 12000 Men, wou'd have Master'd those Souldiers which attended the King;
Now they Thought that all was sure, and Therefore Trusting no longer to the slow Methods of Sedition, they betook themselves to Arms. And if Ahithophel is Counsel had been taken, He, with his 12000 Men, would have Mastered those Soldiers which attended the King;
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Those who are engag'd in ways of Wickedness, especially in this Bewitching sin of Rebellion, endeavour to secure themselves, by adding one sin unto another, hopeing for no Protection for their smaller Crimes,
Those who Are engaged in ways of Wickedness, especially in this Bewitching since of Rebellion, endeavour to secure themselves, by adding one since unto Another, hoping for no Protection for their smaller Crimes,
When the House is thus swept and garnished, and this one Devil hath taken possession, seven Devils greater than the first, soon joyn themselves to his Company.
When the House is thus swept and garnished, and this one devil hath taken possession, seven Devils greater than the First, soon join themselves to his Company.
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and the Cloud, which at first could scarcely be discern'd, swells 'till it fall upon the Earth in the Showers, Whirle-winds, and Tempests of a Civil-War.
and the Cloud, which At First could scarcely be discerned, Swells till it fallen upon the Earth in the Showers, Whirlwinds, and Tempests of a Civil-War.
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but to persevere in their Sin, they account a Sign of a generous Disposition. Such an Anti-christian Policy is that by which Rebellious Counsels are manag'd;
but to persevere in their since, they account a Signen of a generous Disposition. Such an Antichristian Policy is that by which Rebellious Counsels Are managed;
I will suddenly (said he) fall upon David, while he is Weary and Weakhanded, Ch. XVII. 2. David and his Men (it might well be supposed) were tyred with their long and hasty March;
I will suddenly (said he) fallen upon David, while he is Weary and Weakhanded, Christ XVII. 2. David and his Men (it might well be supposed) were tired with their long and hasty March;
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and particularly He (being afflicted with the Thoughts of his Son's Vileness, and the Guilt which he thereby had Contracted) was, it might be presumed, unfit for any Action,
and particularly He (being afflicted with the Thoughts of his Son's Vileness, and the Gilded which he thereby had Contracted) was, it might be presumed, unfit for any Actium,
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as 'tis said that the hands of Saul's Son became feeble, when he heard of Abner 's Death, Ch. IV. 1. So that in all Probability, this sudden and unexpected Assault would have put a Period unto the King's Life, and Government.
as it's said that the hands of Saul's Son became feeble, when he herd of Abner is Death, Christ IV. 1. So that in all Probability, this sudden and unexpected Assault would have put a Period unto the King's Life, and Government.
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What greater baseness is there, than to take advantage of mens Misfortunes? and to Persecute those whom God hath Smitten? But we must not expect to find either honesty or ingenuity in Ahitophel's Counsels, especially when his case seems desperate, and requires an immediate Execution.
What greater baseness is there, than to take advantage of men's Misfortunes? and to Persecute those whom God hath Smitten? But we must not expect to find either honesty or ingenuity in Ahithophel's Counsels, especially when his case seems desperate, and requires an immediate Execution.
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(V.) But the Divine Providence, which had hitherto preserved David through the whole course of his life, did at this time in an Extraordinary Manner, shew it self in the wonderful and gracious Deliverance of him,
(V.) But the Divine Providence, which had hitherto preserved David through the Whole course of his life, did At this time in an Extraordinary Manner, show it self in the wondered and gracious Deliverance of him,
and his dearest Relations, and all his loving Subjects, from this horrid and damnable Conspiracy. David all this while meditates no Revenge against his Enemies.
and his dearest Relations, and all his loving Subject's, from this horrid and damnable conspiracy. David all this while meditates no Revenge against his Enemies.
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He uses no other Weapons but his Prayers and Tears. He incessantly beseeches God, that he would forgive his Persecutors and Slanderers, and that he would turn their Hearts.
He uses no other Weapons but his Prayers and Tears. He incessantly Beseeches God, that he would forgive his Persecutors and Slanderers, and that he would turn their Hearts.
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and had respect unto the Sorrows of his Broken Spirit, for presently after he had put up his Earnest Petition unto the Lord, that he would Turn the Counsel of Ahitophel into foolishness, Hushai the Wise Archite meets him, with his Clothes rent,
and had respect unto the Sorrows of his Broken Spirit, for presently After he had put up his Earnest Petition unto the Lord, that he would Turn the Counsel of Ahithophel into foolishness, Hushai the Wise Architect meets him, with his Clothes rend,
Here God began to answer David 's Prayer, provideing a man whose Wisdom qualify'd him to confound Ahitophel, and turn his Stratagems into his own ruin.
Here God began to answer David is Prayer, providing a man whose Wisdom qualified him to confound Ahithophel, and turn his Stratagems into his own ruin.
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Wherefore he orders him to return to the City, and to behave himself so as to gain Absalom 's Favour, that (having his Countenance) he might be able to defeat the Counsel of Ahitophel. Accordingly Hushai salutes Absalom as King, tenders his service unto him,
Wherefore he order him to return to the city, and to behave himself so as to gain Absalom is Favour, that (having his Countenance) he might be able to defeat the Counsel of Ahithophel. Accordingly Hushai salutes Absalom as King, tenders his service unto him,
After other lewd and damnable Advice, Ahitophel gives that most pernicious Counsel before mention'd; which was, that he with 12000 men should pursue after David that very Night.
After other lewd and damnable advice, Ahithophel gives that most pernicious Counsel before mentioned; which was, that he with 12000 men should pursue After David that very Night.
But God, who Overrules the Hearts of all men, did move Absalom not to resolve, till he had also Consulted Hushai about this Weighty Affair, Call now for Hushai (says he) and let us hear what he saith.
But God, who Overrules the Hearts of all men, did move Absalom not to resolve, till he had also Consulted Hushai about this Weighty Affair, Call now for Hushai (Says he) and let us hear what he Says.
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And when he was come, he propounded the Question to him, Shall we do after this Manner? If not, speak thou, Ch. XVII. 5, 6. Absalom seems to have been very well satisfy'd with what Ahitophel had propounded,
And when he was come, he propounded the Question to him, Shall we do After this Manner? If not, speak thou, Christ XVII. 5, 6. Absalom seems to have been very well satisfied with what Ahithophel had propounded,
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Let us however hear saith he slightly) likewise what he saith. But when Hushai had deliver'd his Opinion, he was strangely pleas'd with it, insomuch that he resolves to Act according to his Direction.
Let us however hear Says he slightly) likewise what he Says. But when Hushai had Delivered his Opinion, he was strangely pleased with it, insomuch that he resolves to Act according to his Direction.
so Ahitophel 's Advice not taking Effect, David gains time to strengthen, and prepare himself with necessary Provisions against the danger with which he was encompassed.
so Ahithophel is advice not taking Effect, David gains time to strengthen, and prepare himself with necessary Provisions against the danger with which he was encompassed.
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and lest Absalom (being fickle) should alter his Resolution, he advises them to send word unto David, saying, Lodge not this night in the plains of the Wilderness, but speedily pass over Jordan.
and lest Absalom (being fickle) should altar his Resolution, he advises them to send word unto David, saying, Lodge not this night in the plains of the Wilderness, but speedily pass over Jordan.
In this management of Hushai, we may observe a rare mixture of Obedience, Faithfulness, and Discretion. Treason is usually jealous of unexpected Friendship,
In this management of Hushai, we may observe a rare mixture of obedience, Faithfulness, and Discretion. Treason is usually jealous of unexpected Friendship,
And when he offer'd his Counsel 'twas with all due submission unto Ahitophel 's greater Wisdom, onely at this time he beg'd leave to dissent from him.
And when he offered his Counsel 'twas with all due submission unto Ahithophel is greater Wisdom, only At this time he begged leave to dissent from him.
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And after he perceiv'd that Absalom was of this Opinion, how careful is he to lose no time? with what haste doth he fly to the Priests, that they might immediately dispatch a Messenger unto the King?
And After he perceived that Absalom was of this Opinion, how careful is he to loose no time? with what haste does he fly to the Priests, that they might immediately dispatch a Messenger unto the King?
2. They (extremely glad to hear so good News) forthwith observe his Instructions, which were, no doubt, that they should acquaint the King with the whole state of Absalom's Affairs,
2. They (extremely glad to hear so good News) forthwith observe his Instructions, which were, no doubt, that they should acquaint the King with the Whole state of Absalom's Affairs,
This they did by a silly Maid, whose tender Age, and Sex made her unfit for such a piece of Service, had she not been an Instrument in the hands of God, who by the most Contemptible Means doth often confound the Wisdom of the Wise. By strength alone no man can prevail.
This they did by a silly Maid, whose tender Age, and Sex made her unfit for such a piece of Service, had she not been an Instrument in the hands of God, who by the most Contemptible Means does often confound the Wisdom of the Wise. By strength alone no man can prevail.
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they had not learnt the New Doctrine of Resistance, nor did they act by the Politick Rule of our Modern Laodiceans, who really neither espouse the King's Cause,
they had not learned the New Doctrine of Resistance, nor did they act by the Politic Rule of our Modern Laodiceans, who really neither espouse the King's Cause,
as well as these (howsoever despised) Priests of the Law. And it's well if the immoveable Loyalty of our Clergy to the Crown, be not the Chief Reason why they are treated, by her Enemies on both sides, with such contempt and scorn.
as well as these (howsoever despised) Priests of the Law. And it's well if the immoveable Loyalty of our Clergy to the Crown, be not the Chief Reason why they Are treated, by her Enemies on both sides, with such contempt and scorn.
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and enclin'd Absalom to follow his counsel, tho' much worse for his purpose than Ahitophel's. It was he who caus'd Zadok and Abiathar to remain in Jerusalem, and made them the happy Instruments of the King's Deliverance.
and inclined Absalom to follow his counsel, though much Worse for his purpose than Ahithophel's. It was he who caused Zadok and Abiathar to remain in Jerusalem, and made them the happy Instruments of the King's Deliverance.
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but (without God's permission) neither the Counsels of the one, nor the Weapons of the other can prevail against King David. The Pharisees consulted how to put Jesus to death.
but (without God's permission) neither the Counsels of the one, nor the Weapons of the other can prevail against King David. The Pharisees consulted how to put jesus to death.
And by Hushai's honest Policy, Zadok and Abiathar 's Loyal Piety, together with the diligent industry of a silly Maid, turns Absalom's Strength into Weakness,
And by Hushai's honest Policy, Zadok and Abiathar is Loyal Piety, together with the diligent industry of a silly Maid, turns Absalom's Strength into Weakness,
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And now having thus far pursued the History of Absalom and Ahitophel, I need not draw the Parallel betwixt this unnatural Rebellion and the Treasonable Conspiracy against his Majesties Sacred Person, and Government, lately discoverd.
And now having thus Far pursued the History of Absalom and Ahithophel, I need not draw the Parallel betwixt this unnatural Rebellion and the Treasonable conspiracy against his Majesties Sacred Person, and Government, lately discovered.
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'Tis very evident that they do much resemble one another, not only in the Principal Conspirators, but also the Person against whom they were design'd, the Pretences by which they were carried on, the Progress which was made in them,
It's very evident that they do much resemble one Another, not only in the Principal Conspirators, but also the Person against whom they were designed, the Pretences by which they were carried on, the Progress which was made in them,
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than (by calling to their remembrance the miserable Ends of Absalom and Ahitophel ) to put them in mind of that Divine Vengeance which attends obdurate Rebels.
than (by calling to their remembrance the miserable Ends of Absalom and Ahithophel) to put them in mind of that Divine Vengeance which attends obdurate Rebels.
If guilty Englishmen shall with Shimei, become sensible of their sin, and make an unseigned submission, I do not envy their admittance unto the King's Grace and Favour;
If guilty Englishmen shall with Shimei, become sensible of their since, and make an unsigned submission, I do not envy their admittance unto the King's Grace and Favour;
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But if they (neither fearing God, nor the King) shall still persist in the ways of Schism and Sedition; If they (like Simeon and Levi ) shall still continue Brethren in Iniquity; have not the Innocent and the Loyal reason to pray with good old Jacob, that their souls may not come into their Secrets, nor their honour be united unto their Assemblies? That (when dead) the memory of their fierce Anger, and cruel Wrath may be accursed:
But if they (neither fearing God, nor the King) shall still persist in the ways of Schism and Sedition; If they (like Simeon and Levi) shall still continue Brothers in Iniquity; have not the Innocent and the Loyal reason to pray with good old Jacob, that their Souls may not come into their Secrets, nor their honour be united unto their Assemblies? That (when dead) the memory of their fierce Anger, and cruel Wrath may be accursed:
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Give me leave further to observe, That as this English Conspiracy doth in most things answer that of Absalom 's (insomuch that it may seem to have been transcrib'd from this Original, by those who abuse the Scriptures unto their own damnation ) so they do both agree in setting aside the Title of Heriditary Succession. For Absalom (as hath been observ'd) had an Elder Brother, who was the undoubted Heir,
Give me leave further to observe, That as this English conspiracy does in most things answer that of Absalom is (insomuch that it may seem to have been transcribed from this Original, by those who abuse the Scriptures unto their own damnation) so they do both agree in setting aside the Title of Hereditary Succession. For Absalom (as hath been observed) had an Elder Brother, who was the undoubted Heir,
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No wonder therefore, that those who plotted against his Sacred Majesty, should also design to imbrue their wicked hands in the Blood of his Royal Highness, his dearest Brother, and only Lawful Successour.
No wonder Therefore, that those who plotted against his Sacred Majesty, should also Design to imbrue their wicked hands in the Blood of his Royal Highness, his dearest Brother, and only Lawful Successor.
Had God permitted this horrid Conspiracy to have taken Effect, I cannot sufficiently express, nor you fully conceive the Consequence which wou'd have followed this Bloody Tragedy. Their Golden Pretences would have soon vanish'd into nothing,
Had God permitted this horrid conspiracy to have taken Effect, I cannot sufficiently express, nor you Fully conceive the Consequence which would have followed this Bloody Tragedy. Their Golden Pretences would have soon vanished into nothing,
Our Churches would have been defil'd with the raveing madness of Fanaticks. Instead of enjoying our just Liberties, Slavery and Imprisonment would have been our doom:
Our Churches would have been defiled with the raving madness of Fanatics. Instead of enjoying our just Liberties, Slavery and Imprisonment would have been our doom:
Violence and Strife would have domineer'd in the City; Mischief and Injury would have reign'd in the Country; Deceit and Guile would have walk'd publickly in all our Streets.
Violence and Strife would have domineered in the city; Mischief and Injury would have reigned in the Country; Deceit and Guile would have walked publicly in all our Streets.
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In short, the State would have been destroyed by War and Oppression. The Church would have been buried under the Rubbish of Heretical Opinions, and endless Divisions.
In short, the State would have been destroyed by War and Oppression. The Church would have been buried under the Rubbish of Heretical Opinions, and endless Divisions.
I shall rather excite you to joyn with me in a thankful Commemoration of God's unspeakable Mercy, in protecting, from the Fury of their Cruel Enemies, Our most Gracious, Just,
I shall rather excite you to join with me in a thankful Commemoration of God's unspeakable Mercy, in protecting, from the Fury of their Cruel Enemies, Our most Gracious, Just,
Who hath sent him Help out of his Sanctuary, and strengthned him out of Sion; Who by his Miraculous Providence, did reinstate him in the Throne of his Father:
Who hath sent him Help out of his Sanctuary, and strengthened him out of Sion; Who by his Miraculous Providence, did reinstate him in the Throne of his Father:
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Who hath prevented the Designs of Blood-thirsty and Deceitful men, and hath brought them into that Pit of Destruction, which they had digged for his Anointed.
Who hath prevented the Designs of Bloodthirsty and Deceitful men, and hath brought them into that Pit of Destruction, which they had dug for his Anointed.
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Blessed be God, who, together with him, hath preserv'd his dearest Brother: that they, who were to have been Companions in death, do still live and rejoice together in singing Praises unto the God of their Salvation.
Blessed be God, who, together with him, hath preserved his dearest Brother: that they, who were to have been Sodales in death, do still live and rejoice together in singing Praises unto the God of their Salvation.
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Who hath kept them from shame and rebuke, and saved them from their Enemies, who would have swallowed them up quick, when they were so wrathfully displeased at them.
Who hath kept them from shame and rebuke, and saved them from their Enemies, who would have swallowed them up quick, when they were so wrathfully displeased At them.
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Who hast remembred this Congregation which he hath purchased of old, the Kingdom of his Inheritance, which he hath redeem'd; This Mount Sion wherein he has dwelt: Who has not delivered the soul of his Turtle-dove unto the Multitude of the Wicked:
Who hast remembered this Congregation which he hath purchased of old, the Kingdom of his Inheritance, which he hath redeemed; This Mount Sion wherein he has dwelled: Who has not Delivered the soul of his Turtledove unto the Multitude of the Wicked:
For these and all other Mercies, contained and implyed in this Great Deliverance which we now Commemorate, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel from everlasting, to everlasting,
For these and all other mercies, contained and employed in this Great Deliverance which we now Commemorate, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel from everlasting, to everlasting,
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