A sermon preached before the Honourable House of Commons, at St. Margarets Westminster, November the fifth, 1696 by J. Adams ...

Adams, John, 1662-1720
Publisher: Printed by Sam Bridge for Thomas Bennet
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1696
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A26338 ESTC ID: R17135 STC ID: A486
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Daniel III, 5; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON Preach'd before the HONOURABLE HOUSE OF COMMONS, &c. 3 cap. DANIEL 28. v. Then Nebuchadnezzar spake and said; A SERMON Preached before the HONOURABLE HOUSE OF COMMONS, etc. 3 cap. DANIEL 28. v. Then Nebuchadnezzar spoke and said; dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, av crd n1. np1 crd n1 av np1 vvd cc vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshec and Abednego, who hath sent his Angel, and delivered his Servants that trusted in him; Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshech and Abednego, who hath sent his Angel, and Delivered his Servants that trusted in him; vvn vbb dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 cc np1, r-crq vhz vvn po31 n1, cc vvd po31 n2 cst vvd p-acp pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 and have changed the Kings word, and yielded their Bodys, that they might not serve nor worship any God, except their own God. and have changed the Kings word, and yielded their Bodies, that they might not serve nor worship any God, except their own God. cc vhb vvn dt ng1 n1, cc vvd po32 n2, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi ccx vvi d np1, c-acp po32 d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 THE Occasion of these Words must be too well known to be Repeated in all its Circumstances. THE Occasion of these Words must be too well known to be Repeated in all its circumstances. dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmb vbi av av vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 Nebuchadnezzar being Return'd from a Victorious Expedition which he had made into Egypt; Vain upon his Success, Nebuchadnezzar being Returned from a Victorious Expedition which he had made into Egypt; Vain upon his Success, np1 vbg vvd p-acp dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1; j p-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
5 and therefore forgetful of his Dream, and Daniel 's Interpretation of it, or perhaps, in Contempt of both, sets up an Idol near Babylon, and makes a Decree, That whoever did not Worship it should be burnt alive. and Therefore forgetful of his Dream, and daniel is Interpretation of it, or perhaps, in Contempt of both, sets up an Idol near Babylon, and makes a decree, That whoever did not Worship it should be burned alive. cc av j pp-f po31 n1, cc np1 vbz n1 pp-f pn31, cc av, p-acp n1 pp-f d, vvz a-acp dt n1 av-j np1, cc vvz dt n1, cst r-crq vdd xx vvi pn31 vmd vbi vvn j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
6 But these Three Jews refusing to do so, and persisting in their Refusal with a Holy Constancy, he falls into a Rage, commands that the Furnace should be made Seven times hotter, But these Three jews refusing to do so, and persisting in their Refusal with a Holy Constancy, he falls into a Rage, commands that the Furnace should be made Seven times hotter, p-acp d crd np2 vvg pc-acp vdi av, cc vvg p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvz cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn crd n2 jc, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
7 and that they should be thrown into it immediately. But, How vain is the Rashness of successful Pride! and that they should be thrown into it immediately. But, How vain is the Rashness of successful Pride! cc cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31 av-j. p-acp, c-crq j vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
8 or the cruelty of boundless Power! or the cruelty of boundless Power! cc dt n1 pp-f j n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
9 when oppos'd against the God of Heaven and Earth, and when employ'd against such as Trust in him; when opposed against the God of Heaven and Earth, and when employed against such as Trust in him; c-crq vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc c-crq vvd p-acp d c-acp vvb p-acp pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
10 He sends his Angel and delivers them, and this Miracle turns their Enemies Heart; He sends his Angel and delivers them, and this Miracle turns their Enemies Heart; pns31 vvz po31 n1 cc vvz pno32, cc d n1 vvz po32 ng1 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
11 makes him acknowledge his Errour and their Virtue in that They yielded their Bodys, and chang'd his word; makes him acknowledge his Error and their Virtue in that They yielded their Bodies, and changed his word; vvz pno31 vvi po31 n1 cc po32 n1 p-acp d pns32 vvd po32 n2, cc vvd po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
12 Expos'd themselves to Death, and made him change his Opinion, upon their wonderful Deliverance, and join with them in the Praise of the only God. Exposed themselves to Death, and made him change his Opinion, upon their wondered Deliverance, and join with them in the Praise of the only God. vvn px32 p-acp n1, cc vvd pno31 vvi po31 n1, p-acp po32 j n1, cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
13 I heartily wish, That they who have exceeded the Cruelty of this King, in so many barbarous Conspiracies against this Nation, would but imitate him in this last particular, I heartily wish, That they who have exceeded the Cruelty of this King, in so many barbarous Conspiracies against this nation, would but imitate him in this last particular, pns11 av-j vvb, cst pns32 r-crq vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp av d j n2 p-acp d n1, vmd cc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d ord j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
14 and be mov'd by the Wonders of our Deliverances, to confess their Errour, and to Give God the Glory. But alas! and be moved by the Wonders of our Deliverances, to confess their Error, and to Give God the Glory. But alas! cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc p-acp vvb np1 dt n1. cc-acp uh! (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
15 We are not like to find anything of this: We Are not like to find anything of this: pns12 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi pi pp-f d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
16 The same Spirit which they were of when they engag'd in that Bloody Enterprise, from which our Fore-Fathers were Deliver'd this Day, is still working; The same Spirit which they were of when they engaged in that Bloody Enterprise, from which our Fore-Fathers were Delivered this Day, is still working; dt d n1 r-crq pns32 vbdr pp-f c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp d j n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n2 vbdr vvn d n1, vbz av vvg; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
17 and tho it breaks out now and then, like subterraneous Fires, and Disappears again, is not Extinguish'd; and though it breaks out now and then, like subterraneous Fires, and Disappears again, is not Extinguished; cc cs pn31 vvz av av cc av, av-j j n2, cc vvz av, vbz xx vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
18 nor like to be so (while Ambition or Superstition will be still supplying new Fewel) but with the General Conflagration. nor like to be so (while Ambition or Superstition will be still supplying new Fuel) but with the General Conflagration. ccx vvb pc-acp vbi av (cs n1 cc n1 vmb vbi av vvg j n1) cc-acp p-acp dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
19 This makes this Solemnity necessary upon a double Account, not only to make us Grateful for what we have receiv'd, This makes this Solemnity necessary upon a double Account, not only to make us Grateful for what we have received, d vvz d n1 j p-acp dt j-jn vvb, xx av-j pc-acp vvi pno12 j p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
20 but to make us Watchful against the same Dangers hereafter. In order to both, I shall Discourse of these Words in this manner. but to make us Watchful against the same Dangers hereafter. In order to both, I shall Discourse of these Words in this manner. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 j p-acp dt d n2 av. p-acp n1 p-acp d, pns11 vmb n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
21 1. I shall consider the particular Cause of the great Danger which these Men were brought into, 1. I shall Consider the particular Cause of the great Danger which these Men were brought into, crd pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 3
22 namely, For that they would not serve nor worship any God except their own God. 2. I shall examine the Pretences of Religious cruelty, not only as to such extreams, namely, For that they would not serve nor worship any God except their own God. 2. I shall examine the Pretences of Religious cruelty, not only as to such extremes, av, p-acp cst pns32 vmd xx vvi ccx vvi d n1 c-acp po32 d n1. crd pns11 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f j n1, xx av-j a-acp p-acp d n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 3
23 but also, as to any kind of Violence offer'd to our fellow Christians, upon the account of Christianity; but also, as to any kind of Violence offered to our fellow Christians, upon the account of Christianity; cc-acp av, c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
24 and shew, that this is proportionably unjust and unreasonable. and show, that this is proportionably unjust and unreasonable. cc vvi, cst d vbz av-j j cc j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
25 3. I shall make some Reflections upon these Jews Deliverance, and Compare our own with it. 3. I shall make Some Reflections upon these jews Deliverance, and Compare our own with it. crd pns11 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp d np2 n1, cc vvb po12 d p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 3
26 And having said something upon each of these, shall conclude all with the Duty of Thanksgiving, which is the Design of these words, And having said something upon each of these, shall conclude all with the Duty of Thanksgiving, which is the Design of these words, cc vhg vvn pi p-acp d pp-f d, vmb vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
27 and the Business of this Day. and the Business of this Day. cc dt n1 pp-f d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
28 1. I am to consider the particular Cause, for which these Men were brought into this great Danger; 1. I am to Consider the particular Cause, for which these Men were brought into this great Danger; crd pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi dt j n1, p-acp r-crq d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp d j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
29 namely, for that they would not serve nor worship any God except their own God; But the Injustice of requiring this of them must appear at the first Glance; namely, for that they would not serve nor worship any God except their own God; But the Injustice of requiring this of them must appear At the First Glance; av, c-acp cst pns32 vmd xx vvi ccx vvi d n1 c-acp po32 d n1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg d pp-f pno32 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord vvb; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
30 because it was not only contrary to Natural Reason, but also to that Law which God himself had Reveal'd to their fore-Fathers. Because it was not only contrary to Natural Reason, but also to that Law which God himself had Revealed to their fore-Fathers. c-acp pn31 vbds xx av-j j-jn p-acp j n1, cc-acp av p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 px31 vhd vvn p-acp po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
31 There is no one that has any Conception of God, but must allow him to be Infinite in all his Attributes. But Infinity implys Unity; There is no one that has any Conception of God, but must allow him to be Infinite in all his Attributes. But Infinity Implies Unity; pc-acp vbz dx pi cst vhz d n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d po31 n2. p-acp crd vvz n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
32 there cannot be more than one All-Mighty or All-Wise; than one first Cause of all things; there cannot be more than one Almighty or Alwise; than one First Cause of all things; pc-acp vmbx vbi av-dc cs crd j cc j; cs crd ord n1 pp-f d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
33 or, than one Supream Governour of them all. Therefore, if this Being is but one; Divine Worship must be due to Him alone: or, than one Supreme Governor of them all. Therefore, if this Being is but one; Divine Worship must be due to Him alone: cc, cs crd j n1 pp-f pno32 d. av, cs d vbg vbz cc-acp pi; j-jn n1 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp pno31 av-j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
34 To give it to any other Object, would be the making that, God; To give it to any other Object, would be the making that, God; pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d j-jn n1, vmd vbi dt vvg cst, np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
35 and not only the most provoking Affront to the Great Creator, but the Confusion of all Belief, and not only the most provoking Affront to the Great Creator, but the Confusion of all Belief, cc xx av-j dt av-ds j-vvg vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
36 and the Corruption of all Morality. and the Corruption of all Morality. cc dt n1 pp-f d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
37 This made God forbid the Jews the serving any of the Gods of the Neighbouring Nations, under such severe Penalties, upon any pretences of Miracles whatsoever; This made God forbid the jews the serving any of the God's of the Neighbouring nations, under such severe Penalties, upon any pretences of Miracles whatsoever; d vvd np1 vvb dt np2 dt vvg d pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n2, p-acp d j n2, p-acp d n2 pp-f n2 r-crq; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 4
38 particularly, 13 Deut. 1, &c. If there arise among you a Prophet, and give a Sign or Wonder to entice you to serve other Gods, particularly, 13 Deuteronomy 1, etc. If there arise among you a Prophet, and give a Signen or Wonder to entice you to serve other God's, av-j, crd np1 vvn, av cs pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 cc vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi j-jn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 4
39 and it shall come to pass, thou shalt not hearken to the words of that Prophet; and it shall come to pass, thou shalt not harken to the words of that Prophet; cc pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, pns21 vm2 xx vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 4
40 but he shall be put to Death. but he shall be put to Death. cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
41 If thy Brother, thy Son, thy Daughter, the Wife of thy Bosom, or thy Friend which is as thy own Soul, entice thee secretly, saying, Let us serve other Gods; If thy Brother, thy Son, thy Daughter, the Wife of thy Bosom, or thy Friend which is as thy own Soul, entice thee secretly, saying, Let us serve other God's; cs po21 n1, po21 n1, po21 n1, dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc po21 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po21 d n1, vvb pno21 av-jn, vvg, vvb pno12 vvi j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
42 thou shalt not spare nor conceal him, but thou shalt surely kill him. Since this then, was not only against Reason, but Revelation: thou shalt not spare nor conceal him, but thou shalt surely kill him. Since this then, was not only against Reason, but Revelation: pns21 vm2 xx vvi ccx vvi pno31, cc-acp pns21 vm2 av-j vvi pno31. p-acp d av, vbds xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
43 Since God by so many Prohibitions, Cautions and Threats, prov'd Himself to be Jealous in this Particular; Since God by so many Prohibitions, Cautions and Treats, proved Himself to be Jealous in this Particular; c-acp np1 p-acp av d n2, n2 cc n2, vvd px31 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
44 the refusal of these Jews was not only Lawful, but highly Commendable, and the Death they were Expos'd to, upon this Account, Barbarous and Unjust. the refusal of these jews was not only Lawful, but highly Commendable, and the Death they were Exposed to, upon this Account, Barbarous and Unjust. dt n1 pp-f d np2 vbds xx av-j j, cc-acp av-j j, cc dt n1 pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp, p-acp d vvb, j cc j-u. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
45 It cannot be deny'd, but the Dangers which this Nation has been Expos'd to so often; It cannot be denied, but the Dangers which this nation has been Exposed to so often; pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp dt n2 r-crq d n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp av av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
46 from open Violence, but more from basest Treachery, has been upon this very account. One of the greatest Differences which we have with the Church of Rome is, from open Violence, but more from Basest Treachery, has been upon this very account. One of the greatest Differences which we have with the Church of Room is, p-acp j n1, cc-acp av-dc p-acp js n1, vhz vbn p-acp d j n1. crd pp-f dt js n2 r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
47 because we will not serve nor worship any God except our own God. This is one of the most profitable Absurdities that is shelter'd under Infallibility. Because we will not serve nor worship any God except our own God. This is one of the most profitable Absurdities that is sheltered under Infallibility. c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi ccx vvi d n1 c-acp po12 d n1. d vbz pi pp-f dt av-ds j n2 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
48 And therefore our Refusing of it, and the Reasons why we do so, always provoke them in the highest manner, And Therefore our Refusing of it, and the Reasons why we do so, always provoke them in the highest manner, cc av po12 vvg pp-f pn31, cc dt n2 c-crq pns12 vdb av, av vvb pno32 p-acp dt js n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
49 and makes them fly to Cruelties instead of Arguments: and makes them fly to Cruelties instead of Arguments: cc vvz pno32 vvi p-acp n2 av pp-f n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
50 As if Image-Worship could not be supported, any other way than by the same Barbarities that it was brought in at first. As if Image-Worship could not be supported, any other Way than by the same Barbarities that it was brought in At First. c-acp cs n1 vmd xx vbi vvn, d j-jn n1 cs p-acp dt d n2 cst pn31 vbds vvn p-acp p-acp ord. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
51 But the Obligations we have to continue in this Refusal with unshaken Constancy, are greater than these Jews had, But the Obligations we have to continue in this Refusal with unshaken Constancy, Are greater than these jews had, p-acp dt n2 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp j-vvn n1, vbr jc cs d np2 vhd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
52 as Rising not only from the Laws of Nature, and of Moses, (which is still in force, as to this particular): as Rising not only from the Laws of Nature, and of Moses, (which is still in force, as to this particular): c-acp vvg xx av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f np1, (r-crq vbz av p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp d j): (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
53 But also from the Law of Christ: The Merits of his Death, the Prerogative of His Intercession being extreamly weaken'd by this; But also from the Law of christ: The Merits of his Death, the Prerogative of His Intercession being extremely weakened by this; p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbg av-jn vvn p-acp d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
54 and the Conditions of the Gospel-Faith in Him alone, and Repentance thro Him only, overthrown. and the Conditions of the Gospel faith in Him alone, and Repentance through Him only, overthrown. cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31 av-j, cc n1 a-acp pno31 av-j, vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
55 Therefore, as God shew'd his Approbation of these Jews Refusal, to worship Nebuchadnezzar 's Image, by the Miracle he wrought in their Deliverance: Therefore, as God showed his Approbation of these jews Refusal, to worship Nebuchadnezzar is Image, by the Miracle he wrought in their Deliverance: av, c-acp np1 vvd po31 n1 pp-f d np2 n1, p-acp n1 np1 vbz n1, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp po32 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
56 So, I doubt not, but he has shew'd so many Wonders in Delivering this Nation so often, So, I doubt not, but he has showed so many Wonders in Delivering this nation so often, av, pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn av d n2 p-acp vvg d n1 av av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
57 for its Constancy in the same Refusal; tho in all other respects, most unworthy of the least of His Mercies. for its Constancy in the same Refusal; though in all other respects, most unworthy of the least of His mercies. c-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt d n1; cs p-acp d j-jn n2, av-ds j pp-f dt ds pp-f po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
58 II. I come to Examine the Pretences of Religious Cruelty, not only as to these Extreams, II I come to Examine the Pretences of Religious Cruelty, not only as to these Extremes, crd pns11 vvb pc-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f j n1, xx av-j a-acp p-acp d n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 6
59 but as to any Violence offer'd to our fellow Christians upon the account of Christianity; and to show, that this is proportionably unjust and unreasonable. but as to any Violence offered to our fellow Christians upon the account of Christianity; and to show, that this is proportionably unjust and unreasonable. cc-acp c-acp p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc pc-acp vvi, cst d vbz av-j j cc j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 6
60 The Pretences of all Religious Cruelty may be reduc'd to these two; either to Promote Gods Glory, or our Neighbours Good; The Pretences of all Religious Cruelty may be reduced to these two; either to Promote God's Glory, or our Neighbours Good; dt n2 pp-f d j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd; d pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, cc po12 n2 j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 6
61 but this is not proper for either of these purposes: 1. Not proper to promote God's Glory: but this is not proper for either of these Purposes: 1. Not proper to promote God's Glory: cc-acp d vbz xx j p-acp d pp-f d n2: crd xx j pc-acp vvi npg1 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 6
62 by this, I take to be meant, one of these two things; The improving that Notion of God which Men may have by the Light of Nature; by this, I take to be meant, one of these two things; The improving that Notion of God which Men may have by the Light of Nature; p-acp d, pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, crd pp-f d crd n2; dt vvg d n1 pp-f np1 r-crq n2 vmb vhi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 6
63 or, The making his Reveal'd Will to be more readily embrac'd by them. As to the first of these: or, The making his Revealed Will to be more readily embraced by them. As to the First of these: cc, dt vvg po31 vvd n1 pc-acp vbi av-dc av-j vvn p-acp pno32. c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 7
64 If we consider Mankind in the State of Nature, without any Improvement of his Reason, or Advantage of Revelation. If we Consider Mankind in the State of Nature, without any Improvement of his Reason, or Advantage of Revelation. cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
65 We may suppose, That while they wandred about in a Wild and Savage Manner, they were not very solicitous about the Worship of God. We may suppose, That while they wandered about in a Wild and Savage Manner, they were not very solicitous about the Worship of God. pns12 vmb vvi, cst cs pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1, pns32 vbdr xx av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
66 But when Self-Preservation began to be Alarm'd by some Evil which they suffer'd, it forc'd 'em to acknowledge some Superiour Being. But when Self-Preservation began to be Alarmed by Some Evil which they suffered, it forced they to acknowledge Some Superior Being. p-acp q-crq n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n-jn r-crq pns32 vvd, pn31 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi d j-jn vbg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
67 As Fear was the chief Cause of this, so their Worship was Cruel, and their Manners (which are always influenc'd by the Nature of Religion) Barbarous. As fear was the chief Cause of this, so their Worship was Cruel, and their Manners (which Are always influenced by the Nature of Religion) Barbarous. p-acp n1 vbds dt j-jn n1 pp-f d, av po32 n1 vbds j, cc po32 n2 (r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 7
68 But when they began to Settle into Societies, and to Converse with one another; But when they began to Settle into Societies, and to Converse with one Another; p-acp c-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp crd j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 7
69 When in the leisure of Peace and Plenty, they reflected upon the First Cause of the Benefits which they enjoy'd; When in the leisure of Peace and Plenty, they reflected upon the First Cause of the Benefits which they enjoyed; c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns32 vvd p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 7
70 and from the Contemplation of God's Goodness in his Works, rose gently to the Discovery of his Goodness in his Essence; and from the Contemplation of God's goodness in his Works, rose gently to the Discovery of his goodness in his Essence; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po31 vvz, vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 7
71 then Love grew the Principle of their Glad Obedience. And accordingly their Worship was Bloodless and Chearful, and their Manners Innocent and Indearing. then Love grew the Principle of their Glad obedience. And accordingly their Worship was Bloodless and Cheerful, and their Manners Innocent and Endearing. av n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1. cc av-vvg pc-acp vvi vbds j cc j, cc po32 n2 j-jn cc vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 7
72 So that the Improvement of Humane Nature consists in the Notions of Goodness in the Divine, So that the Improvement of Humane Nature consists in the Notions of goodness in the Divine, av cst dt n1 pp-f j n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 7
73 and Gods Glory was manifested to the World. and God's Glory was manifested to the World. cc ng1 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 7
74 Not only, by such worthy Conceptions of Him, but also, by the mild Influence which these Conceptions had upon mens Minds and Actions. Not only, by such worthy Conceptions of Him, but also, by the mild Influence which these Conceptions had upon men's Minds and Actions. xx av-j, p-acp d j n2 pp-f pno31, p-acp av, p-acp dt j n1 r-crq d n2 vhd p-acp ng2 n2 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 8
75 But if, when Men had got thus far by the Light of Nature, any one should have started up, But if, when Men had god thus Far by the Light of Nature, any one should have started up, cc-acp cs, c-crq n2 vhd vvn av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d crd vmd vhi vvn a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
76 and pretended to have offer'd Violence to his Neighbour; and pretended to have offered Violence to his Neighbour; cc vvd pc-acp vhi vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
77 to have afflicted, tormented, nay murther'd him, by a particular Commission from God himself, and in order to his Glory; to have afflicted, tormented, nay murdered him, by a particular Commission from God himself, and in order to his Glory; pc-acp vhi vvn, j-vvn, uh-x vvd pno31, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1 px31, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
78 then Love must have given place to Fear immediately, and Humane Nature turn'd Wild and Savage again: then Love must have given place to fear immediately, and Humane Nature turned Wild and Savage again: av n1 vmb vhi vvn n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, cc j n1 vvd j cc j-jn av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
79 And either have Renounc'd all Belief of a God; And either have Renounced all Belief of a God; cc d vhb vvd d n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
80 or imagin'd Him to have been so Dreadful a Being, and Worshipt Him in so Barbarous a manner, or imagined Him to have been so Dreadful a Being, and Worshipped Him in so Barbarous a manner, cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vhi vbn av j dt vbg, cc vvd pno31 p-acp av j dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
81 as would have been far worse: as would have been Far Worse: c-acp vmd vhi vbn av-j av-jc: (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
82 For as Plutarch says, Would it not be more for the Honour of the Gods? For the Scythians and Carthaginians, who offer'd Men upon their Altars, to have deny'd their Being altogether? than to Teach, That they delighted in such Sacrifices? Had the Titans prevail'd against Heaven, and Ʋsurp'd the Government of the World; For as Plutarch Says, Would it not be more for the Honour of the God's? For the Scythians and Carthaginians, who offered Men upon their Altars, to have denied their Being altogether? than to Teach, That they delighted in such Sacrifices? Had the Titans prevailed against Heaven, and Ʋsurped the Government of the World; c-acp c-acp ng1 vvz, vmd pn31 xx vbi av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2? p-acp dt np1 cc njp2, r-crq vvd n2 p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vhi vvn po32 vbg av? cs pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vvd p-acp d n2? vhd dt npg1 vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
83 What other Victims but these, would they have requir'd of us? Such are the Sacrifices which every Rash Enthusiast offers; What other Victims but these, would they have required of us? Such Are the Sacrifices which every Rash Enthusiast offers; q-crq j-jn av p-acp d, vmd pns32 vhb vvn pp-f pno12? d vbr dt n2 r-crq d j n1 vvz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
84 and so, much more, do some Zealots detract from Gods Glory than Atheism it self. and so, much more, do Some Zealots detract from God's Glory than Atheism it self. cc av, av-d av-dc, vdb d n2 vvb p-acp ng1 n1 cs n1 pn31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
85 But if in the next place, Violence is intended to promote the Gospel. How Contradictory and Absurd is this! But if in the next place, Violence is intended to promote the Gospel. How Contradictory and Absurd is this! cc-acp cs p-acp dt ord n1, n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1. q-crq n1 cc j vbz d! (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 9
86 This is to Recommend Love by Hatred, Mercy by Cruelty, and Forgiveness by Destruction. This is to Recommend Love by Hatred, Mercy by Cruelty, and Forgiveness by Destruction. d vbz p-acp vvb n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 9
87 That which distinguishes the Gospel so gloriously, is its being so admirably dispos'd to beget Love and Peace, Justice and Charity among all Men. That which Distinguishes the Gospel so gloriously, is its being so admirably disposed to beget Love and Peace, justice and Charity among all Men. cst r-crq vvz dt n1 av av-j, vbz po31 n1 av av-j vvn pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
88 Here Forgiveness is improv'd into Beneficence, and Humanity exalted into Charity: Here Injuries are return'd with Pravers, and Curses with Blessings: Here Forgiveness is improved into Beneficence, and Humanity exalted into Charity: Here Injuries Are returned with Prayers, and Curses with Blessings: av n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp n1: av n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2, cc n2 p-acp n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
89 Here all our Duty is summ'd up under those two sweet Commands, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy Heart, with all thy Soul, Here all our Duty is summed up under those two sweet Commands, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy Heart, with all thy Soul, av d po12 n1 vbz vvd a-acp p-acp d crd j vvz, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp d po21 n1, p-acp d po21 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
90 and with all thy Strength, and thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self. Love alone is the fulfilling of this Law; and with all thy Strength, and thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self. Love alone is the fulfilling of this Law; cc p-acp d po21 n1, cc pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1. n1 av-j vbz dt j-vvg pp-f d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
91 And this is made by our Blessed Saviour, the Particular Distinction of his Followers, By this shall all Men know that ye are MY Disciples, if ye love one another. And this is made by our Blessed Saviour, the Particular Distinction of his Followers, By this shall all Men know that you Are MY Disciples, if you love one Another. cc d vbz vvn p-acp po12 j-vvn n1, dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp d vmb d n2 vvb cst pn22 vbr po11 n2, cs pn22 vvb pi j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
92 The Pharisees taught, That it was lawful to hate Enemies, and preferr'd the observation of the smallest Duties, The Pharisees taught, That it was lawful to hate Enemies, and preferred the observation of the Smallest Duties, dt np1 vvn, cst pn31 vbds j pc-acp vvi n2, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt js n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
93 before the works of Justice and Mercy. The Cynicks renoune'd all Humanity; before the works of justice and Mercy. The Cynics renouneed all Humanity; p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. dt n2 j d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
94 the Stoicks reckon'd Compassion an Infirmity, and if they Reveng'd not Injuries, it was out of Pride, not Humility; the Stoics reckoned Compassion an Infirmity, and if they Revenged not Injuries, it was out of Pride, not Humility; dt njp2 vvd n1 dt n1, cc cs pns32 vvn xx n2, pn31 vbds av pp-f n1, xx n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
95 because they lookt upon it below their Affected Grandeur, to be disorder'd by them; not because they forgave them: Because they looked upon it below their Affected Grandeur, to be disordered by them; not Because they forgave them: c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pn31 p-acp po32 j-vvn n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32; xx p-acp pns32 vvd pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
96 All other Sects were deficient in this particular. But Christianity improv'd Humane Nature into the likeness of the Divine; All other Sects were deficient in this particular. But Christianity improved Humane Nature into the likeness of the Divine; d j-jn n2 vbdr j p-acp d j. p-acp np1 vvn j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
97 And therefore our Blessed Lords Disciples were to be distinguished from the whole World, by their loving one another. And what Examples of this did our Great Master leave us! And Therefore our Blessed lords Disciples were to be distinguished from the Whole World, by their loving one Another. And what Examples of this did our Great Master leave us! cc av po12 j-vvn n2 n2 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp po32 vvg pi j-jn. cc r-crq n2 pp-f d vdd po12 j n1 vvb pno12! (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
98 How did he go about doing Good! Healing the Sick graciously! Instructing the Ignorant gently! and Reproving the Wicked calmly! How did he go about doing Good! Healing the Sick graciously! Instructing the Ignorant gently! and Reproving the Wicked calmly! q-crq vdd pns31 vvi p-acp vdg j! vvg dt j av-j! vvg dt j av-j! cc vvg dt j av-jn! (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
99 And after innumerable Injuries of Contempt and Violence, with what Meekness and Patience did he Die for the Sins of the whole World. And After innumerable Injuries of Contempt and Violence, with what Meekness and Patience did he Die for the Sins of the Whole World. cc p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 vdd pns31 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
100 And after all this, shall men dare to impoverish, imprison, murther their Brethren, in the Name of this JESUS! And After all this, shall men Dare to impoverish, imprison, murder their Brothers, in the Name of this JESUS! cc p-acp d d, vmb n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, vvb, vvi po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d np1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
101 Shall they in this Saving Name, which was us'd of Old, only to Heal Diseases, Shall they in this Saving Name, which was used of Old, only to Heal Diseases, vmb pns32 p-acp d j-vvg n1, r-crq vbds vvn pp-f j, av-j pc-acp vvi n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
102 and Cast out Devils, Form so many Conspiracies, Execute so many Massacres, Spill the Blood of so many Thousands! and Cast out Devils, From so many Conspiracies, Execute so many Massacres, Spill the Blood of so many Thousands! cc vvb av n2, n1 av d n2, vvb av d n2, vvb dt n1 pp-f av d crd! (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
103 as they have done in Piedmont, Hungary, Germany, Ireland, England! All the World over. Alas! as they have done in Piedmont, Hungary, Germany, Ireland, England! All the World over. Alas! c-acp pns32 vhb vdn p-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, np1! d dt n1 a-acp. uh! (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
104 When I consider those Arts of Cruelty, those elaborate Tortures, and study'd Deaths, those Ruines of Cities, Subversions of Kingdoms, When I Consider those Arts of Cruelty, those elaborate Tortures, and studied Death's, those Ruins of Cities, Subversions of Kingdoms, c-crq pns11 vvb d n2 pp-f n1, d vvi n2, cc j-vvn n2, d n2 pp-f n2, n2 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
105 and Murthers of Princes, which have been done in this Blessed Name, and all this pretended officiously, and Murders of Princes, which have been done in this Blessed Name, and all this pretended officiously, cc n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vhb vbn vdn p-acp d j-vvn n1, cc d d vvd av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
106 for his Service, and the promoting of his Glory: for his Service, and the promoting of his Glory: c-acp po31 n1, cc dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
107 I cannot but represent to my self the Lamb of God, the Prince of Peace, turning away from such Spectacles of Horrour, saying, Who hath required these things at your Hands? Ye know not what Spirit ye are of, the Son of Man did not come to destroy mens lives, but to save them. I cannot but represent to my self the Lamb of God, the Prince of Peace, turning away from such Spectacles of Horror, saying, Who hath required these things At your Hands? You know not what Spirit you Are of, the Son of Man did not come to destroy men's lives, but to save them. pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg av p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, vvg, r-crq vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po22 n2? pn22 vvb xx r-crq n1 pn22 vbr pp-f, dt n1 pp-f n1 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi ng2 n2, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 11
108 This was the design of our Saviours Coming; the Spirit of Peace and Love is that which we ought to be of; This was the Design of our Saviors Coming; the Spirit of Peace and Love is that which we ought to be of; d vbds dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 vvg; dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz d r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi a-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 11
109 and which is so sweetly diffus'd thro all the Gospel, and was so effectual in promoting it against the Wit of Athens; the Power of Rome; and the General Prejudice of the whole World. and which is so sweetly diffused through all the Gospel, and was so effectual in promoting it against the Wit of Athens; the Power of Room; and the General Prejudice of the Whole World. cc r-crq vbz av av-j vvn a-acp d dt n1, cc vbds av j p-acp j-vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; dt n1 pp-f vvb; cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 11
110 But if men, instead of this, will be guilty of such Cruelties upon the account of Christianity, this must be so far from recommending it, that it is enough to make the Name of Christ blasphem'd among the Gentiles; But if men, instead of this, will be guilty of such Cruelties upon the account of Christianity, this must be so Far from recommending it, that it is enough to make the Name of christ blasphemed among the Gentiles; p-acp cs n2, av pp-f d, vmb vbi j pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d vmb vbi av av-j p-acp vvg pn31, cst pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n2-j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 11
111 and to cause every one that suffers under it, or that beholds such Sufferings, to persist in their Errours more stubbornly, and to cause every one that suffers under it, or that beholds such Sufferings, to persist in their Errors more stubbornly, cc pc-acp vvi d pi cst vvz p-acp pn31, cc d vvz d n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 av-dc av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 11
112 as will further appear, if we consider: as will further appear, if we Consider: c-acp vmb av-j vvi, cs pns12 vvb: (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 11
113 2. The other Pretence of Religious Cruelty, which is, to promote the Good of our Neighbour: 2. The other Pretence of Religious Cruelty, which is, to promote the Good of our Neighbour: crd dt j-jn n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq vbz, pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f po12 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 11
114 But not only these Extreams of which we have been speaking, but all kinds of Zealous Violence, are improper for this purpose. But not only these Extremes of which we have been speaking, but all Kinds of Zealous Violence, Are improper for this purpose. cc-acp xx av-j d n2-jn pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb vbn vvg, cc-acp d n2 pp-f j n1, vbr j p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 11
115 This is generally disguis'd under the specious Pretence of Zeal. But true Zeal ought first to be employ'd upon our selves. This is generally disguised under the specious Pretence of Zeal. But true Zeal ought First to be employed upon our selves. d vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. p-acp j n1 vmd ord pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 11
116 When men become Examples of Fervency in their Piety, and Mortifications in their Obedience or Repentance, When men become Examples of Fervency in their Piety, and Mortifications in their obedience or Repentance, c-crq n2 vvb n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 12
117 then they most effectually contribute both to Gods Glory, and their Neighbours Good. then they most effectually contribute both to God's Glory, and their Neighbours Good. cs pns32 av-ds av-j vvi d p-acp ng1 n1, cc po32 n2 j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 12
118 Zeal is as necessary to the life of Devotion, as the Natural Heat is to that of the body. Zeal is as necessary to the life of Devotion, as the Natural Heat is to that of the body. n1 vbz a-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt j n1 vbz pc-acp d pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 12
119 But then it is apt to become Feverish, and disturb the Brain. It often renders our own good Actions, hasty and imperfect, tho surprizing at first sight: But then it is apt to become Feverish, and disturb the Brain. It often renders our own good Actions, hasty and imperfect, though surprising At First sighed: p-acp av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi j, cc vvi dt n1. pn31 av vvz po12 d j n2, j cc j, cs vvg p-acp ord n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 12
120 As Plants that are forc'd by artificial Heat, come before others indeed, but bring not with them their natural Smell or Taste. As Plants that Are forced by artificial Heat, come before Others indeed, but bring not with them their natural Smell or Taste. c-acp n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp j n1, vvb a-acp n2-jn av, cc-acp vvb xx p-acp pno32 po32 j n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 12
121 But generally it affects to shew it self at our Neighbours Cost; But generally it affects to show it self At our Neighbours Cost; p-acp av-j pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 12
122 it blazes outwards, like Nebuchadnezzar 's Furnace, and destroys whoever comes in its way, tho its own Friends. But holy and innocent Zeal! innocent and therefore holy! it blazes outward, like Nebuchadnezzar is Furnace, and Destroys whoever comes in its Way, though its own Friends. But holy and innocent Zeal! innocent and Therefore holy! pn31 vvz av-j, av-j np1 vbz n1, cc vvz r-crq vvz p-acp po31 n1, cs po31 d n2. p-acp j cc j-jn n1! j-jn cc av j! (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 12
123 shoots out its Flames directly towards Heaven, and casts a Light upon all that are round it; shoots out its Flames directly towards Heaven, and Cast a Light upon all that Are round it; vvz av po31 n2 av-j p-acp n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp d cst vbr j pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 12
124 but such a Light as is for their Comfort and Direction; but such a Light as is for their Comfort and Direction; cc-acp d dt j c-acp vbz p-acp po32 n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 12
125 such a Light as God Himself is, when he shines out upon the humble Penitent, in the reviving Glory of Goodness and Mercy; Not a devouring Flame; not a consuming Fire. such a Light as God Himself is, when he shines out upon the humble Penitent, in the reviving Glory of goodness and Mercy; Not a devouring Flame; not a consuming Fire. d dt j c-acp np1 px31 vbz, c-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp dt j n-jn, p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; xx dt j-vvg n1; xx dt j-vvg n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 12
126 The Promises, that, He that saves a Soul from Death shall hide a multitude of Sins; The Promises, that, He that saves a Soul from Death shall hide a multitude of Sins; dt vvz, cst, pns31 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 12
127 that, He that turns many to Righteousness, shall shine as the Stars for ever and ever; that, He that turns many to Righteousness, shall shine as the Stars for ever and ever; cst, pns31 cst vvz d p-acp n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp av cc av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 12
128 make many very earnest to bring over others to their Opinions, and to use Violence to this purpose; make many very earnest to bring over Others to their Opinions, and to use Violence to this purpose; vvb d j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 13
129 but No Man is crown'd except he strive lawfully: but No Man is crowned except he strive lawfully: cc-acp dx n1 vbz vvn c-acp pns31 vvb av-j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 13
130 It is not enough to be zealous in any matter, unless we observe those Rules and Conditions which God has prescrib'd to us. It is not enough to be zealous in any matter, unless we observe those Rules and Conditions which God has prescribed to us. pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1, cs pns12 vvb d n2 cc n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 13
131 And if Men really sought their Neighbours Good, as fervently as they did their own, they would find, that Violence is not only against the whole Design of the Gospel (as has been shown;) but also against their own Defign of convincing their Neighbour. And if Men really sought their Neighbours Good, as fervently as they did their own, they would find, that Violence is not only against the Whole Design of the Gospel (as has been shown;) but also against their own Design of convincing their Neighbour. cc cs n2 av-j vvd po32 n2 j, c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vdd po32 d, pns32 vmd vvi, cst n1 vbz xx av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 (c-acp vhz vbn vvn;) cc-acp av p-acp po32 d n1 pp-f vvg po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 13
132 For Religion must be a free Consent of the Soul; and can be acceptable to God only as 'tis Voluntary. For Religion must be a free Consent of the Soul; and can be acceptable to God only as it's Voluntary. p-acp n1 vmb vbi dt j vvb pp-f dt n1; cc vmb vbi j p-acp np1 av-j c-acp pn31|vbz j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
133 He requires Truth in the inward parts; He requires Truth in the inward parts; pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
134 and that we should Love him with all our Hearts, with all our Minds, &c. But how can this be without full Conviction; and that we should Love him with all our Hearts, with all our Minds, etc. But how can this be without full Conviction; cc cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp d po12 n2, p-acp d po12 n2, av p-acp q-crq vmb d vbi p-acp j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
135 and how can full Conviction be wrought, but by gentle Usage, calm Reasoning, and good Example: and how can full Conviction be wrought, but by gentle Usage, Cam Reasoning, and good Exampl: cc q-crq vmb j n1 vbi vvn, cc-acp p-acp j n1, j-jn vvg, cc j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
136 The Will can never be forc'd to give a sincere Assent, after all the Violence that can be offer'd; The Will can never be forced to give a sincere Assent, After all the Violence that can be offered; dt n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt j vvi, p-acp d dt n1 cst vmb vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
137 But Reason upon the appearance of any Force, is apt to Contract it self, and prepare for Resistance; But Reason upon the appearance of any Force, is apt to Contract it self, and prepare for Resistance; cc-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, cc vvi p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
138 both because Truth may justly be suspected, if it comes in so Hostile a manner; both Because Truth may justly be suspected, if it comes in so Hostile a manner; d c-acp n1 vmb av-j vbi vvn, cs pn31 vvz p-acp av j dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
139 as also, because it cannot have leisure to examine What is Truth, when the Business is grown to be Self-preservation. as also, Because it cannot have leisure to examine What is Truth, when the Business is grown to be Self-preservation. c-acp av, c-acp pn31 vmbx vhi n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
140 Besides, All Errour, considering the Vanity of Mankind, is of a nice and tender Nature: Beside, All Error, considering the Vanity of Mankind, is of a Nicaenae and tender Nature: a-acp, d n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz pp-f dt j cc j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 13
141 It requires a great deal of Management and Address, to make People own that they are in the Wrong, Especially in matters of Religion. It requires a great deal of Management and Address, to make People own that they Are in the Wrong, Especially in matters of Religion. pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc vvi, pc-acp vvi n1 d cst pns32 vbr p-acp dt n-jn, av-j p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 14
142 But if instead of this, Violence is offer'd, and mens Interrest, Liberties or Lives, are any way touch'd by Persecution; But if instead of this, Violence is offered, and men's Interest, Liberties or Lives, Are any Way touched by Persecution; p-acp cs av pp-f d, n1 vbz vvn, cc ng2 n1, n2 cc n2, vbr d n1 vvn p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 14
143 not only Conceitedness, but Anger and Revenge confirm the Errour, and make it sink deeper in the sullen Sufferer: not only Conceitedness, but Anger and Revenge confirm the Error, and make it sink Deeper in the sullen Sufferer: xx av-j n1, cc-acp n1 cc n1 vvi dt n1, cc vvi pn31 vvi jc-jn p-acp dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 14
144 And when People are once brought to suffer, this will rather disperse than suppress the Errour, (as some Stains spread the wider, the nearer they are held to the Fire.) For Constancy in Suffering gives Reputation to the Cause, whatever it is; And when People Are once brought to suffer, this will rather disperse than suppress the Error, (as Some Stains spread the wider, the nearer they Are held to the Fire.) For Constancy in Suffering gives Reputation to the Cause, whatever it is; cc c-crq n1 vbr a-acp vvn pc-acp vvi, d vmb av-c vvb cs vvi dt n1, (c-acp d n2 vvb dt jc, dt jc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1.) p-acp n1 p-acp vvg vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pn31 vbz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 14
145 because every one can judge of Courage, Meekness and Patience, tho few of Truth; Because every one can judge of Courage, Meekness and Patience, though few of Truth; c-acp d pi vmb vvi pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, cs d pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 14
146 and Pity (in a Good-Natur'd Nation especially) softens the beholders into a liking of the Sufferer; and Pity (in a Good-natured nation especially) softens the beholders into a liking of the Sufferer; cc vvb (p-acp dt j n1 av-j) vvz dt n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 14
147 and brings him by degrees, to Excusing and Defending him; and at last, insensibly, to the Embracing his Opinions. and brings him by Degrees, to Excusing and Defending him; and At last, insensibly, to the Embracing his Opinions. cc vvz pno31 p-acp n2, p-acp vvg cc vvg pno31; cc p-acp ord, av-j, p-acp dt vvg po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 14
148 Therefore the utmost that we can expect from Force is an outward Compliance; and that either from timorous People; Therefore the utmost that we can expect from Force is an outward Compliance; and that either from timorous People; av dt j cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 vbz dt j n1; cc cst d p-acp j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 14
149 or from such as will not prejudice their Interest for any Religion in the World; of which there are too many! or from such as will not prejudice their Interest for any Religion in the World; of which there Are too many! cc p-acp d c-acp vmb xx vvi po32 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1; pp-f r-crq a-acp vbr av d! (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 14
150 Violence may extort perhaps, Confession from the Mouth, but will not hinder Curses, at the same time, in the Heart; Violence may extort perhaps, Confessi from the Mouth, but will not hinder Curses, At the same time, in the Heart; n1 vmb vvi av, n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vmb xx vvi n2, p-acp dt d n1, p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 14
151 it may fright People into counterfeiting, but not persuade 'em into believing; and after all the Industrious Cruelty of Inquisitions or Dragoons, there will be Jews in Spain, and Protestants in France, as Prostrate as any at the Elevation. it may fright People into counterfeiting, but not persuade they into believing; and After all the Industria Cruelty of Inquisitions or Dragoons, there will be jews in Spain, and Protestants in France, as Prostrate as any At the Elevation. pn31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp xx vvi pno32 p-acp vvg; cc p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc av, a-acp vmb vbi np2 p-acp np1, cc n2 p-acp np1, p-acp j p-acp d p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 15
152 But one particular Reason against the Rashness of Zealous Cruelty, or any General Violence, is, But one particular Reason against the Rashness of Zealous Cruelty, or any General Violence, is, p-acp crd j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc d j n1, vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
153 because the Good should not suffer with the Evil; this was a Consideration of that Importance, that our Saviour left ample Instructions concerning it, 13 Matth. 29, 30. where he positively forbids the gathering of the Tares, lest they should root up the Wheat also; Because the Good should not suffer with the Evil; this was a Consideration of that Importance, that our Saviour left ample Instructions Concerning it, 13 Matthew 29, 30. where he positively forbids the gathering of the Tares, lest they should root up the Wheat also; c-acp dt j vmd xx vvi p-acp dt j-jn; d vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst po12 n1 vvd j n2 vvg pn31, crd np1 crd, crd c-crq pns31 av-j vvz dt vvg pp-f dt n2, cs pns32 vmd vvi a-acp dt n1 av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
154 and his Orders in this matter are, that they should Let both grow together till the Harvest. and his Order in this matter Are, that they should Let both grow together till the Harvest. cc po31 n1 p-acp d n1 vbr, cst pns32 vmd vvb d vvi av p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
155 This (as St. Chrys. upon the place) was to forbid Wars, Blood and Slaughter upon the account of Heresie; This (as Saint Chrys. upon the place) was to forbid Wars, Blood and Slaughter upon the account of Heresy; d (c-acp n1 np1 p-acp dt n1) vbds pc-acp vvi n2, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
156 for if People will take up Arms to murther Hereticks, many innocent Men must suffer with them. for if People will take up Arms to murder Heretics, many innocent Men must suffer with them. c-acp cs n1 vmb vvi a-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n2, d j-jn n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
157 This is so plain, that it toucht one of the Boldest Conspirators in this Days Treason; This is so plain, that it touched one of the Boldest Conspirators in this Days Treason; d vbz av j, cst pn31 vvd pi pp-f dt js n2 p-acp d n2 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
158 and made him consult his Confessor upon it: And tho the Jesuit gave it against our Saviour; and made him consult his Confessor upon it: And though the Jesuit gave it against our Saviour; cc vvd pno31 vvi po31 n1 p-acp pn31: cc cs dt np1 vvd pn31 p-acp po12 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
159 yet no Protestant sure, can doubt which he ought to follow. For these Reasons, no Religious Cruelty; yet no Protestant sure, can doubt which he ought to follow. For these Reasons, no Religious Cruelty; av dx n1 j, vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi. p-acp d n2, dx j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
160 no Violence of Zeal is proper to promote Gods Glory, or our Neighbours Good: But on the contrary, Unreasonable and Unjust. no Violence of Zeal is proper to promote God's Glory, or our Neighbours Good: But on the contrary, Unreasonable and Unjust. dx n1 pp-f n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, cc po12 n2 j: cc-acp p-acp dt n-jn, j-u cc j-u. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 15
161 But tho these are the usual Pretences, yet the true Causes of all Extreams of this kind, are of another Nature. But though these Are the usual Pretences, yet the true Causes of all Extremes of this kind, Are of Another Nature. cc-acp cs d vbr dt j n2, av dt j n2 pp-f d n2-jn pp-f d n1, vbr a-acp j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 15
162 I shall instance in two or three, which may most immediately concern us. I. The first is, the Pride and Haughtiness of Power: I shall instance in two or three, which may most immediately concern us. I. The First is, the Pride and Haughtiness of Power: pns11 vmb n1 p-acp crd cc crd, r-crq vmb av-ds av-j vvi pno12. np1 dt ord vbz, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 15
163 there is no doubt but Nebuchadnezzar 's Fury was inflam'd to such a height, to see his Decree slighted by none but these Three Jews, his Slaves, his Captives; there is no doubt but Nebuchadnezzar is Fury was inflamed to such a height, to see his decree slighted by none but these Three jews, his Slaves, his Captives; pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1 vbds vvn p-acp d dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvn p-acp pix cc-acp d crd np2, po31 n2, po31 n2-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 16
164 he was concern'd for his own Honour as much as his Idols: he was concerned for his own Honour as much as his Idols: pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp d c-acp po31 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 16
165 the same Temper which makes men Peevish and Passionate when they cannot get the better in private Disputes, breaks out into Persecution, when it meets with Power: the same Temper which makes men Peevish and Passionate when they cannot get the better in private Disputes, breaks out into Persecution, when it meets with Power: dt d vvi r-crq vvz n2 j cc j c-crq pns32 vmbx vvi dt jc p-acp j vvz, vvz av p-acp n1, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 16
166 True Zeal is the fervency of Love, and therefore beneficial; but counterfeit Zeal is nothing but the fervency of Pride, and therefore destructive. True Zeal is the fervency of Love, and Therefore beneficial; but counterfeit Zeal is nothing but the fervency of Pride, and Therefore destructive. j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av j; cc-acp j-jn n1 vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 16
167 And there is no question but Disdain that so small an Island as this, should be able to confate and oppose 'em so long, has exasperated 'em to such a degree: And there is no question but Disdain that so small an Island as this, should be able to confate and oppose they so long, has exasperated they to such a degree: cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp vvb cst av j dt n1 c-acp d, vmd vbi j p-acp vvb cc vvb pno32 av av-j, vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 16
168 For tho the Cause of God, and Religion is pretended, all the Conspiracies against this Nation, have been owing chiefly, to the Pride of Supremacy, and the Indignation of Infallibility. For though the Cause of God, and Religion is pretended, all the Conspiracies against this nation, have been owing chiefly, to the Pride of Supremacy, and the Indignation of Infallibility. c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 vbz vvn, d dt n2 p-acp d n1, vhb vbn j av-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 16
169 II. Another Reason of this is, the endeavouring to recommend our selves to Man, rather than God: II another Reason of this is, the endeavouring to recommend our selves to Man, rather than God: crd j-jn n1 pp-f d vbz, dt vvg pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, av-c cs np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
170 'Tis usual for Men to engage in some Party, to further their Ambition, or Interest, and then something extraordinary must be done, to show their Fidelity to that Party. It's usual for Men to engage in Some Party, to further their Ambition, or Interest, and then something extraordinary must be done, to show their Fidis to that Party. pn31|vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp jc po32 n1, cc n1, cc av pi j vmb vbi vdn, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
171 This is a very general Corruption, and a great Reason of that Prejudice and Passion, that want of Charity and Ʋnion, or rather, of that increase of Division and Bitterness among us. This is a very general Corruption, and a great Reason of that Prejudice and Passion, that want of Charity and Ʋnion, or rather, of that increase of Division and Bitterness among us. d vbz dt av j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, cst n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc av-c, pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
172 For since all Men cannot be of one Opinion; For since all Men cannot be of one Opinion; p-acp p-acp d n2 vmbx vbi pp-f crd n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
173 He that is eager to approve himself to some particular Number, must needs do it at the others cost: He that is eager to approve himself to Some particular Number, must needs do it At the Others cost: pns31 cst vbz j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d j n1, vmb av vdi pn31 p-acp dt ng2-jn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
174 Therefore tho the Service of God, and the Good of Mankind is pretended never so much; Therefore though the Service of God, and the Good of Mankind is pretended never so much; av cs dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j pp-f n1 vbz vvn av av av-d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
175 we may be assur'd, that whoever is Cruel and Barbarous for his mistaken Neighbours sake, we may be assured, that whoever is Cruel and Barbarous for his mistaken Neighbours sake, pns12 vmb vbi vvn, cst r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp po31 vvn n2 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
176 for his suffering Saviours sake, is so only for his own sake, and that 'tis some other God which he serves and worships, besides the true God. III. The last Reason of this, which I shall mention at present, is, An Opinion that such Violence is meritorious for the Expiation of former Sins. for his suffering Saviors sake, is so only for his own sake, and that it's Some other God which he serves and worships, beside the true God. III. The last Reason of this, which I shall mention At present, is, an Opinion that such Violence is meritorious for the Expiation of former Sins. p-acp po31 j-vvg ng1 n1, vbz av av-j p-acp po31 d n1, cc cst pn31|vbz d j-jn n1 r-crq pns31 vvz cc n2, p-acp dt j np1. np1. dt ord n1 pp-f d, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j, vbz, dt n1 cst d n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
177 This is one of the strongest supports of the Supremacy. For if a Prince is known to have been of a Vicious Life, This is one of the Strongest supports of the Supremacy. For if a Prince is known to have been of a Vicious Life, d vbz pi pp-f dt js n2 pp-f dt n1. c-acp cs dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vbn pp-f dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 17
178 and can be made sensible of this by his Confessor, 'tis but pointing him out such or such Hereticks, and can be made sensible of this by his Confessor, it's but pointing him out such or such Heretics, cc vmb vbi vvn j pp-f d p-acp po31 n1, pn31|vbz p-acp vvg pno31 av d cc d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 17
179 and their Destruction, shall be his Pardon; and inferiour Persons are made use of to the same purpose, proportionably. and their Destruction, shall be his Pardon; and inferior Persons Are made use of to the same purpose, proportionably. cc po32 n1, vmb vbi po31 n1; cc j-jn n2 vbr vvn n1 pp-f p-acp dt d n1, av-j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 17
180 But is there any other Atonement for Sin than our Redeemers Sacrifice! But is there any other Atonement for since than our Redeemer's Sacrifice! cc-acp vbz pc-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cs po12 ng1 n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
181 Or shall Man make use of the Blood of Christians and Subjects to this end, instead of Faith and Repentance? Alas! Or shall Man make use of the Blood of Christians and Subject's to this end, instead of Faith and Repentance? Alas! cc vmb n1 vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n2-jn p-acp d n1, av pp-f n1 cc n1? np1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
182 what Extreams may a misguided Conscience be driven into! and how dreadful is Sovereign Power! what Extremes may a misguided Conscience be driven into! and how dreadful is Sovereign Power! q-crq n2-jn vmb dt j-vvn n1 vbi vvn p-acp! cc c-crq j vbz j-jn n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
183 when made use of to atone for its own Guilt, and whetted on by Superstition and Revenge for this Purpose! when made use of to atone for its own Gilded, and whetted on by Superstition and Revenge for this Purpose! q-crq vvd n1 pp-f pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d j-vvn, cc vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 18
184 Blessed be God! That we learn this, rather from others Sufferings than our own Experience! These are the true Causes of Religious Cruelty, and the barbarous effects of Zealous Violence, tho others are pretended: Blessed be God! That we Learn this, rather from Others Sufferings than our own Experience! These Are the true Causes of Religious Cruelty, and the barbarous effects of Zealous Violence, though Others Are pretended: j-vvn vbb np1 cst pns12 vvb d, av-c p-acp n2-jn n2 cs po12 d n1! d vbr dt j n2 pp-f j n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f j n1, cs n2-jn vbr vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 18
185 But there are lower degrees of it, upon the account of lesser Differences, which are proportionably unwarrantable, But there Are lower Degrees of it, upon the account of lesser Differences, which Are proportionably unwarrantable, cc-acp pc-acp vbr jc n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f jc n2, r-crq vbr av-j j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 18
186 and whoever persecutes his Brother for Opinions, not dangerous to Government, not destructive of good Manners, not detracting from the Divinity of our Saviour, and whoever persecutes his Brother for Opinions, not dangerous to Government, not destructive of good Manners, not detracting from the Divinity of our Saviour, cc r-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp n2, xx j p-acp n1, xx j pp-f j n2, xx n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 18
187 or the Authority of Gods Word, is greatly mistaken, and under Condemnation. or the authority of God's Word, is greatly mistaken, and under Condemnation. cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vbz av-j vvn, cc p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 18
188 That Jesus! who died for us all, recommended us to one another, by the strictest Obligations of Mutual Love; and his Apostles enforc'd the same continually, commanding us, to bear one anothers burthens, That jesus! who died for us all, recommended us to one Another, by the Strictest Obligations of Mutual Love; and his Apostles enforced the same continually, commanding us, to bear one another's burdens, cst np1! r-crq vvd p-acp pno12 d, vvd pno12 p-acp crd j-jn, p-acp dt js n2 pp-f j n1; cc po31 n2 vvn dt d av-j, vvg pno12, pc-acp vvi pi ng1-jn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
189 and to let our Moderation be Known unto all Men; and to let our Moderation be Known unto all Men; cc pc-acp vvi po12 n1 vbi vvn p-acp d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
190 and unless this mind be in us, which was, so remarkably, in Christ Jesus, I cannot see with what Confidence, we can contend for his Glory, and unless this mind be in us, which was, so remarkably, in christ jesus, I cannot see with what Confidence, we can contend for his Glory, cc cs d n1 vbi p-acp pno12, r-crq vbds, av av-j, p-acp np1 np1, pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp r-crq n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
191 or presume to be call'd by his Peaceful Name. or presume to be called by his Peaceful Name. cc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 18
192 But tho Persecution is so faulty, and Moderation so commendable, they are not always presently distinguish'd, being extreamly disguis'd by Cunning and Hypocrisie, according as Men have occasion to raise Anger, or move Compassion. But though Persecution is so faulty, and Moderation so commendable, they Are not always presently distinguished, being extremely disguised by Cunning and Hypocrisy, according as Men have occasion to raise Anger, or move Compassion. cc-acp cs n1 vbz av j, cc n1 av j, pns32 vbr xx av av-j vvn, vbg av-jn vvn p-acp j-jn cc n1, vvg p-acp n2 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
193 Persecution is the Cry of all Monstrous Opinions when they first Crawl out into the World; Persecution is the Cry of all Monstrous Opinions when they First Crawl out into the World; n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n2 c-crq pns32 ord vvb av p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 19
194 if any thing is Vented, tho never so destructive to the Fundamentals of Government, or Christianity, it begins with an Invective against Persecution; and tho the whole Treatise has nothing but Falshood and Insolence, concludes with the Praise of Moderation. if any thing is Vented, though never so destructive to the Fundamentals of Government, or Christianity, it begins with an Invective against Persecution; and though the Whole Treatise has nothing but Falsehood and Insolence, concludes with the Praise of Moderation. cs d n1 vbz vvd, cs av-x av j p-acp dt n2-j pp-f n1, cc np1, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; cc cs dt j-jn n1 vhz pix p-acp n1 cc n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 19
195 Sometimes the just Condemnation of Criminals is call'd Persecution; sometimes the corrupt acquitting of 'em Moderation. Sometimes Constancy to the Plainest Articles of Faith, is reckon'd a Sign of a Persecuting Spirit; sometimes Indifferency as to Religion, whether there be any such thing at all, Sometime the just Condemnation of Criminals is called Persecution; sometime the corrupt acquitting of they Moderation. Sometime Constancy to the Plainest Articles of Faith, is reckoned a Signen of a Persecuting Spirit; sometime Indifferency as to Religion, whither there be any such thing At all, av dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn vbz vvn n1; av dt j vvg pp-f pno32 n1. av n1 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f n1, vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1; av n1 a-acp p-acp n1, cs pc-acp vbb d d n1 p-acp d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 19
196 an Argument of a Moderate One. an Argument of a Moderate One. dt n1 pp-f dt j pi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 19
197 But if there is any such thing as Religion, Indifferency must be an Errour, whenever that is really in danger. But if there is any such thing as Religion, Indifferency must be an Error, whenever that is really in danger. cc-acp cs pc-acp vbz d d n1 c-acp n1, n1 vmb vbi dt n1, av cst vbz av-j p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 19
198 But Constancy to it can never be so, if not injurious to our Neighbour. But Constancy to it can never be so, if not injurious to our Neighbour. p-acp n1 p-acp pn31 vmb av-x vbi av, cs xx j p-acp po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 19
199 A good Man ought to believe truly, as he professes; and to act steddily as he believes; and yet he ought, at the same time, to have Charity towards others, who profess the same Faith, A good Man ought to believe truly, as he Professes; and to act steadily as he believes; and yet he ought, At the same time, to have Charity towards Others, who profess the same Faith, dt j n1 vmd pc-acp vvi av-j, c-acp pns31 vvz; cc pc-acp vvi av-j c-acp pns31 vvz; cc av pns31 vmd, p-acp dt d n1, pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp n2-jn, r-crq vvb dt d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 19
200 tho not exactly in the same Manner. Let our Constancy then be softned by our Charity; and let our Charity be supported by our Constancy; so shall our Zeal neither languish into Indifferency, nor fret into Persecution; and so shall we be at the same time, just to our Neighbour, and faithful to our God. though not exactly in the same Manner. Let our Constancy then be softened by our Charity; and let our Charity be supported by our Constancy; so shall our Zeal neither languish into Indifferency, nor fret into Persecution; and so shall we be At the same time, just to our Neighbour, and faithful to our God. cs xx av-j p-acp dt d n1. vvb po12 n1 av vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1; cc vvb po12 n1 vbb vvn p-acp po12 n1; av vmb po12 n1 dx n1 p-acp n1, ccx n1 p-acp n1; cc av vmb pns12 vbi p-acp dt d n1, j p-acp po12 n1, cc j p-acp po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 20
201 I have been the more particular upon this Head, because the Pretences or Mistakes of Zeal and Religion, were not only the Occasion of the Barbarous Conspiracy detected so Providentially this day: but have been made use of too often, to the great misery of this poor Nation. III. The Third thing I Propos'd, was to compare the Greatness of the Deliverance mentioned in the Text, with our own. I have been the more particular upon this Head, Because the Pretences or Mistakes of Zeal and Religion, were not only the Occasion of the Barbarous conspiracy detected so Providentially this day: but have been made use of too often, to the great misery of this poor nation. III. The Third thing I Proposed, was to compare the Greatness of the Deliverance mentioned in the Text, with our own. pns11 vhb vbn dt av-dc j p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbdr xx av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn av av-j d n1: cc-acp vhb vbn vvn n1 pp-f av av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n1. np1. dt ord n1 pns11 vvn, vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp po12 d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 20
202 God sent his Angel, and deliver'd his Servants that trusted in him: God sent his Angel, and Delivered his Servants that trusted in him: np1 vvd po31 n1, cc vvd po31 n2 cst vvd p-acp pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 20
203 The great Reason of this here mention'd is because they trusted in God. When the Tyrant threatned these Three Jews with so cruel and sudden a Death, v. 15. with what undaunted Resolution do they Reply immediately, O Nebuchadnezzar, we are not careful (very solicitous) to answer thee in this matter: The great Reason of this Here mentioned is Because they trusted in God. When the Tyrant threatened these Three jews with so cruel and sudden a Death, v. 15. with what undaunted Resolution do they Reply immediately, Oh Nebuchadnezzar, we Are not careful (very solicitous) to answer thee in this matter: dt j n1 pp-f d av vvn vbz c-acp pns32 vvn p-acp np1. c-crq dt n1 vvd d crd np2 p-acp av j cc j dt n1, n1 crd p-acp r-crq j n1 vdb pns32 vvi av-j, uh np1, pns12 vbr xx j (av j) pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 20
204 If it be so, our God whom we serve, is able to deliver us from the burning fiery Furnace, If it be so, our God whom we serve, is able to deliver us from the burning fiery Furnace, cs pn31 vbb av, po12 n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j-vvg j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 20
205 and he will deliver us out of thy hand, O King! and he will deliver us out of thy hand, Oh King! cc pns31 vmb vvi pno12 av pp-f po21 n1, uh n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 20
206 But if not (if his Wisdom shall not think fitting to do so) Be it known unto thee, O King! But if not (if his Wisdom shall not think fitting to do so) Be it known unto thee, Oh King! p-acp cs xx (cs po31 n1 vmb xx vvi vvg pc-acp vdi av) vbb pn31 vvn p-acp pno21, uh n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 20
207 That we will not serve thy Gods, nor Worship the Golden Image which thou hast set up. That we will not serve thy God's, nor Worship the Golden Image which thou hast Set up. cst pns12 vmb xx vvi po21 n2, ccx vvb dt j n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 20
208 There are few Instances of such Constancy, such entire Trust in God as this was; There Are few Instances of such Constancy, such entire Trust in God as this was; pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f d n1, d j n1 p-acp np1 c-acp d vbds; (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 20
209 and this acknowledging of his Providence, this submitting to his Will, made God send his holy Angel, to Deliver his Faithful Servants in so miraculous a manner: and this acknowledging of his Providence, this submitting to his Will, made God send his holy Angel, to Deliver his Faithful Servants in so miraculous a manner: cc d vvg pp-f po31 n1, d vvg p-acp po31 n1, vvn np1 vvi po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 p-acp av j dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
210 But their and our Deliverance is to be measur'd best by the greatness of the Danger which they were Expos'd to; Bound Hand and Foot; But their and our Deliverance is to be measured best by the greatness of the Danger which they were Exposed to; Bound Hand and Foot; cc-acp po32 cc po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi j-vvn av-js p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp; vvn n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
211 Thrown into the midst of a Fiery Furnace, whose Heat was so violent, as to slay those who were design'd to be their Executioners; Thrown into the midst of a Fiery Furnace, whose Heat was so violent, as to slay those who were designed to be their Executioners; vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, rg-crq n1 vbds av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi po32 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
212 and yet had Power over nothing about 'em, but their Bonds, to restore 'em to their Liberty. and yet had Power over nothing about they, but their Bonds, to restore they to their Liberty. cc av vhd n1 p-acp pix p-acp pno32, cc-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 21
213 The Parallel may be drawn very like, between this and our own Case. The Deliverance was almost as Wonderful: The Parallel may be drawn very like, between this and our own Case. The Deliverance was almost as Wondered: dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av av-j, p-acp d cc po12 d n1. dt n1 vbds av p-acp j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 21
214 They alone, who design'd our Destruction, perish'd; and our Liberty, from their Bonds, grew greater than before. They alone, who designed our Destruction, perished; and our Liberty, from their Bonds, grew greater than before. pns32 av-j, r-crq vvd po12 n1, vvd; cc po12 n1, p-acp po32 n2, vvd jc cs a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 21
215 But their Cruelty far exceeded that of this Heathen Tyrant, because so Base, so Treacherous, and extended not to Three Captives only; But their Cruelty Far exceeded that of this Heathen Tyrant, Because so Base, so Treacherous, and extended not to Three Captives only; p-acp po32 n1 av-j vvd d pp-f d j-jn n1, c-acp av j, av j, cc vvd xx p-acp crd n2-jn av-j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 21
216 but to The greatest Assembly in the Christian World. And here I am at a loss how to express my self! but to The greatest Assembly in the Christian World. And Here I am At a loss how to express my self! cc-acp p-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt njp n1. cc av pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi po11 n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 21
217 fot fear of seeming to fall into the mistaken Zeal which I have condemn'd; or to want that Charity which I have endeavour'd so much to recommend. But alas! fot Fear of seeming to fallen into the mistaken Zeal which I have condemned; or to want that Charity which I have endeavoured so much to recommend. But alas! uh n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvn n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn; cc pc-acp vvi cst n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn av av-d pc-acp vvi. p-acp uh! (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 21
218 What words can be found to shew our Charity, when an Action is so very foul in its own Nature, that the bare mention of it, must look like Invective. What words can be found to show our Charity, when an Actium is so very foul in its own Nature, that the bore mention of it, must look like Invective. q-crq n2 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz av av j p-acp po31 d n1, cst dt j n1 pp-f pn31, vmb vvi av-j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 21
219 Let they themselves then, be Judges of the matter; Let they themselves then, be Judges of the matter; vvb pns32 px32 av, vbb n2 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 21
220 Let us put it friendly, to any one of them, and see what they may be suppos'd to say, to Defend it, to Excuse it, or to Evade it. Let us put it friendly, to any one of them, and see what they may be supposed to say, to Defend it, to Excuse it, or to Evade it. vvb pno12 vvi pn31 j, p-acp d crd pp-f pno32, cc vvb r-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 21
221 Cau they deny the matter of Fact? Were not the Instruments of Death found ready? Did not the Wretch that was to give the Fatal Blow, Triumph in the Design? Did not many of them Die despetately, to prevent Publick Justice, Caused they deny the matter of Fact? Were not the Instruments of Death found ready? Did not the Wretch that was to give the Fatal Blow, Triumph in the Design? Did not many of them Die despetately, to prevent Public justice, vvd pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1? vbdr xx dt n2 pp-f n1 vvd j? vdd xx dt n1 cst vbds pc-acp vvi dt j n1, n1 p-acp dt n1? vdd xx d pp-f pno32 vvi j, pc-acp vvi j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 22
222 and others Confess it? And can it after all this be Question'd? Well would it be for them, and Others Confess it? And can it After all this be Questioned? Well would it be for them, cc n2-jn vvb pn31? cc vmb pn31 p-acp d d vbb vvn? uh-av vmd pn31 vbi p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 22
223 if any one of the Miracles which they have boasted of, for a Thousand Years past; if any one of the Miracles which they have boasted of, for a Thousand years past; cs d crd pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn pp-f, p-acp dt crd n2 j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 22
224 had a Quarter of this Evidence. had a Quarter of this Evidence. vhd dt n1 pp-f d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 22
225 But perhaps they will say, That these were only a few Private Persons, Mad-men and Enthusiasts, But perhaps they will say, That these were only a few Private Persons, Madmen and Enthusiasts, p-acp av pns32 vmb vvi, cst d vbdr av-j dt d j n2, n2 cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
226 and therefore the particular Crimes of such, ought not to be laid upon the Whole Body of that Communion. and Therefore the particular Crimes of such, ought not to be laid upon the whole Body of that Communion. cc av dt j n2 pp-f d, vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
227 I doubt not, but that there were many then, and are now of that Perswasion, which heartily abhor and detest such Contrivances. I doubt not, but that there were many then, and Are now of that Persuasion, which heartily abhor and detest such Contrivances. pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp cst a-acp vbdr d av, cc vbr av pp-f d n1, r-crq av-j vvb cc vvi d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
228 But as to the Madness of these Men, or its being a private Ʋndertaking. No Mad-man is intrusted with Treachery of such Importance; But as to the Madness of these Men, or its being a private Ʋndertaking. No Madman is Entrusted with Treachery of such Importance; cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc po31 vbg dt j n-vvg. dx n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
229 no Enthusiast can carry on such a Series of Subtilty and Cunning; for tho such People are the best Executioners, upon such Occasions; no Enthusiast can carry on such a Series of Subtlety and Cunning; for though such People Are the best Executioners, upon such Occasions; dx j vmb vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n-jn; c-acp cs d n1 vbr dt js n2, p-acp d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
230 yet the Springs that move 'em must be of another kind, and did reach farther than was then discover'd, yet the Springs that move they must be of Another kind, and did reach farther than was then discovered, av dt n2 cst vvb pno32 vmb vbi pp-f j-jn n1, cc vdd vvi jc cs vbds av vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
231 as was plain from the General Expectation among all the Papists abroad, of some extraordinary Action in England about that time. as was plain from the General Expectation among all the Papists abroad, of Some extraordinary Actium in England about that time. c-acp vbds j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d dt njp2 av, pp-f d j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
232 The Massacre at Paris may perhaps, be call'd a Tumult at a Publick Solemnity, or allow'd to be a piece of Cruelty of State, or the unjust revenge of an injur'd Prince; The Massacre At paris may perhaps, be called a Tumult At a Public Solemnity, or allowed to be a piece of Cruelty of State, or the unjust revenge of an injured Prince; dt n1 p-acp np1 vmb av, vbb vvn dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 22
233 to shift it off from the Church of Rome. But he that sees the particulars of that bloody Transaction, Painted Triumphantly in one of the Chief Rooms of the Vatican, with Inscriptions upon each part, to shift it off from the Church of Rome. But he that sees the particulars of that bloody Transaction, Painted Triumphantly in one of the Chief Rooms of the Vatican, with Inscriptions upon each part, pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp pns31 cst vvz dt n2-j pp-f d j n1, vvn av-j p-acp crd pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt np1, p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 23
234 and the Admiral Coligni nam'd directly, cannot deny (be he never so partial) but that the Court of Rome, highly approves, and the Admiral Coligni named directly, cannot deny (be he never so partial) but that the Court of Rome, highly approves, cc dt n1 np1 vvd av-j, vmbx vvi (vbi pns31 av-x av j) cc-acp cst dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j vvz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 23
235 and encourages such Tragedies, if they are not contriv'd or manag'd there. and encourages such Tragedies, if they Are not contrived or managed there. cc vvz d n2, cs pns32 vbr xx vvn cc vvn a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 23
236 But again, it may be said, That tho this Fact was true, yet 'tis the part of Charity, to make the best of Errours, and not to aggravate 'em, and inflame Revenge. But again, it may be said, That though this Fact was true, yet it's the part of Charity, to make the best of Errors, and not to aggravate they, and inflame Revenge. p-acp av, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst cs d n1 vbds j, av pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f n2, cc xx p-acp vvb pno32, cc vvb n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 23
237 I grant this, where the Evidence is doubtful, or where there is Repentance; But where there is neither of these, Enormous Crimes are to be made Publick, not to inflame Revenge, but to awaken Caution. Besides, this is necessary to the Fulness of our Praise; How can we give God Thanks without we Know the greatness of the Mercy receiv'd; I grant this, where the Evidence is doubtful, or where there is Repentance; But where there is neither of these, Enormous Crimes Are to be made Public, not to inflame Revenge, but to awaken Caution. Beside, this is necessary to the Fullness of our Praise; How can we give God Thanks without we Know the greatness of the Mercy received; pns11 vvb d, c-crq dt n1 vbz j, cc c-crq pc-acp vbz np1-n; cc-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz av-d pp-f d, j n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn j, xx pc-acp vvi n1, p-acp p-acp vvi n1. a-acp, d vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; c-crq vmb pns12 vvi np1 n2 p-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 23
238 or how can that be known, without laying open the Greatness of the Danger from which he has deliver'd us? Or, or how can that be known, without laying open the Greatness of the Danger from which he has Delivered us? Or, cc q-crq vmb d vbi vvn, p-acp vvg av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12? cc, (4) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 23
239 how should this be done? without shewing the bloodiness of their Cruelty, and the baseness of their Treachery, that were Engag'd in it. how should this be done? without showing the bloodiness of their Cruelty, and the baseness of their Treachery, that were Engaged in it. q-crq vmd d vbi vdn? p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cst vbdr vvd p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 23
240 To Soften and Disguise such an Action, to make the best of such a Wickedness, is to make the worst of Gods Goodness. To Soften and Disguise such an Actium, to make the best of such a Wickedness, is to make the worst of God's goodness. pc-acp vvi cc vvb d dt n1, p-acp vvb dt js pp-f d dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f ng1 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
241 Yet notwithstanding these Considerations, Let 'em but acknowledge the Crime, let 'em but own, That several Jesuits and other Papists, had contriv'd and prepar'd to murther their King, their Princes, their Nobles, Yet notwithstanding these Considerations, Let they but acknowledge the Crime, let they but own, That several Jesuits and other Papists, had contrived and prepared to murder their King, their Princes, their Nobles, av p-acp d n2, vvb pno32 p-acp vvi dt n1, vvb pno32 p-acp d, cst j np2 cc j-jn njp2, vhd vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi po32 n1, po32 n2, po32 n2-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
242 and many Handred of the Chief of the Gentry, of their own Country, in a moment, Ʋpon the Pretence of the Christian Religion. and many Handred of the Chief of the Gentry, of their own Country, in a moment, Ʋpon the Pretence of the Christian Religion. cc d vvn pp-f dt n-jn pp-f dt n1, pp-f po32 d n1, p-acp dt n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
243 Let 'em, I say, but Confess this plain and impartial Truth, and then let the Sophistry of their Jesuits, and the Zeal of all their other Orders, make the best of it, as much as they please. Let they, I say, but Confess this plain and impartial Truth, and then let the Sophistry of their Jesuits, and the Zeal of all their other Order, make the best of it, as much as they please. vvb pno32, pns11 vvb, cc-acp vvb d j cc j n1, cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 np2, cc dt n1 pp-f d po32 j-jn vvb, vvb dt js pp-f pn31, p-acp d c-acp pns32 vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
244 But let us turn away our Eyes from these frightful Objects to those more delightful; let us leave the Cruelty of Man, to contemplate and adore the Mercy of God. But let us turn away our Eyes from these frightful Objects to those more delightful; let us leave the Cruelty of Man, to contemplate and adore the Mercy of God. p-acp vvb pno12 vvi av po12 n2 p-acp d j n2 p-acp d dc j; vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvi cc vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 24
245 We have seen for what Reason we were expos'd to such Danger; we have examin'd the Pretences of Religious Cruelty, and shown the Injustice and Ʋnreasonableness of it, We have seen for what Reason we were exposed to such Danger; we have examined the Pretences of Religious Cruelty, and shown the Injustice and Ʋnreasonableness of it, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1; pns12 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f j n1, cc vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 24
246 and we have consider'd the Greatness of our Deliverance: What remains now! but to offer up our Praise and Thanksgiving; and we have considered the Greatness of our Deliverance: What remains now! but to offer up our Praise and Thanksgiving; cc pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po12 n1: q-crq vvz av! cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 24
247 that Sacrifice so delightful to Man, and so Acceptable to God, for that He sent his Angel, and deliver'd his Servants. that Sacrifice so delightful to Man, and so Acceptable to God, for that He sent his Angel, and Delivered his Servants. d vvb av j p-acp n1, cc av j p-acp np1, p-acp d pns31 vvd po31 n1, cc vvd po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 24
248 Blessed then be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, for Preserving the Church of this Nation, from the several Attempts of all its Adversaries; Blessed then be the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ, for Preserving the Church of this nation, from the several Attempts of all its Adversaries; vvn av vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt j vvz pp-f d po31 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 24
249 particularly, that of This Day, to be in after Ages, the Ornament and Defence of the Reformation. particularly, that of This Day, to be in After Ages, the Ornament and Defence of the Reformation. av-j, cst pp-f d n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp p-acp n2, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 24
250 Blessed be the Guardian Providence of these Kingdoms, which has preserv'd the Excellent Constitution of Parliaments, as the happy Mean, between the Extreams of Liberty and Power, as the Security of our Rights as Englishmen; and of our Religion as Christians. For had this been abolish'd in the Destruction design'd, Blessed be the Guardian Providence of these Kingdoms, which has preserved the Excellent Constitution of Parliaments, as the happy Mean, between the Extremes of Liberty and Power, as the Security of our Rights as Englishmen; and of our Religion as Christians. For had this been abolished in the Destruction designed, vvn vbb dt n1 n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vhz vvn dt j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt j j, p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2-jn p-acp np1; cc pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1. p-acp vhd d vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 24
251 as on this Day, both had been lost for ever. as on this Day, both had been lost for ever. c-acp p-acp d n1, d vhd vbn vvn p-acp av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 24
252 For Rome is Infallible in Temporals as well as Spirituals; Arbitrary Power is Civil Infallibility, as Arbitrary Doctrine is Ecclesiastical. For Room is Infallible in Temporals as well as Spirituals; Arbitrary Power is Civil Infallibility, as Arbitrary Doctrine is Ecclesiastical. p-acp vvb vbz j p-acp n2 c-acp av c-acp n2; j-jn n1 vbz j n1, p-acp j-jn n1 vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 24
253 Blessed then, Ever blessed be the Watchful Goodness of our God! O may the Mercies of this Happy Day, (which have receiv'd so vast an increase of late!) Spread by degrees through all our Calendar! Blessed then, Ever blessed be the Watchful goodness of our God! Oh may the mercies of this Happy Day, (which have received so vast an increase of late!) Spread by Degrees through all our Calendar! vvn av, av vvn vbi dt j n1 pp-f po12 np1 uh vmb dt n2 pp-f d j n1, (r-crq vhb vvn av j dt n1 pp-f j!) vvb p-acp n2 p-acp d po12 n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 24
254 and every moment of time be fatal to such a Cause. and every moment of time be fatal to such a Cause. cc d n1 pp-f n1 vbb j p-acp d dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 24
255 To conclude, May the frequent Deliverances which we have had, increase Our Trust in God; and at length, influence our Actions by a Practical Gratitude. May the Dangers we are still in from the same People, increase our Ʋnion; and make us more constant to our Holy Religion; To conclude, May the frequent Deliverances which we have had, increase Our Trust in God; and At length, influence our Actions by a Practical Gratitude. May the Dangers we Are still in from the same People, increase our Ʋnion; and make us more constant to our Holy Religion; pc-acp vvi, vmb dt j n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vhn, vvb po12 n1 p-acp np1; cc p-acp n1, n1 po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1. vmb dt n2 pns12 vbr av p-acp p-acp dt d n1, vvb po12 n1; cc vvb pno12 dc j p-acp po12 j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 24
256 and more exact in our Obedience to our God: and more exact in our obedience to our God: cc av-dc j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 24
257 Remembring always, That the chief End of this, and all our other Deliverances, was That we should not Serve nor Worship any God, except our own God. FINIS. Remembering always, That the chief End of this, and all our other Deliverances, was That we should not Serve nor Worship any God, except our own God. FINIS. vvg av, cst dt j-jn vvb pp-f d, cc d po12 j-jn n2, vbds cst pns12 vmd xx vvi ccx vvi d np1, c-acp po12 d n1. fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 24

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82 0 Plut. NONLATINALPHABET. Plutarch. np1.