David and Saul, or, His Majesty's case and his enemies preached on the occasion of the Association / by T.B.

T. B., countrey minister of the Church of England
Publisher: Printed for the author and sold by John Clark
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1696
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A27357 ESTC ID: R25900 STC ID: B180A
Subject Headings: David, -- King of Israel; Sermons, English -- 17th century; William -- III, -- King of England, 1650-1702;
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0 PSAL. 9. 16. The Lord is known by the Judgment which he executeth, the wicked is snared in the work of his own hand, Higgaion Selah. PSALM 9. 16. The Lord is known by the Judgement which he Executeth, the wicked is snared in the work of his own hand, Higgaion Selac. np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz, dt j vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, n1 np1. (2) text (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 THis Psalm contains matter both of Prayer and Praise: THis Psalm contains matter both of Prayer and Praise: d n1 vvz n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1: (2) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 What might be the Occasion of the composing of this Psalm, is not so clearly manifest. What might be the Occasion of the composing of this Psalm, is not so clearly manifest. q-crq vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt vvg pp-f d n1, vbz xx av av-j j. (2) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 In general, it appears that it was some great Deliverance, that he, and the Church of God with him, had received; In general, it appears that it was Some great Deliverance, that he, and the Church of God with him, had received; p-acp n1, pn31 vvz cst pn31 vbds d j n1, cst pns31, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, vhd vvn; (2) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 tho' from whom, and in what, is not particularly expressed. though from whom, and in what, is not particularly expressed. cs p-acp ro-crq, cc p-acp r-crq, vbz xx av-j vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 However it were, his mouth is full of Praises, and the Fall of his Enemies is that which ministred both Occasion and Matter for those Praises. However it were, his Mouth is full of Praises, and the Fallen of his Enemies is that which ministered both Occasion and Matter for those Praises. c-acp pn31 vbdr, po31 n1 vbz j pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbz d r-crq vvd d n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2. (2) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
6 And this Text contains the ground from whence he gathers Matter of Thanksgiving to God: In which Note, And this Text contains the ground from whence he gathers Matter of Thanksgiving to God: In which Note, cc d n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1: p-acp r-crq n1, (2) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
7 1. The Persons described, who were his Enemies, viz. The wicked. It is very probable that they might be Saul, and his officious Ministers of his sin, that are here described, 1. The Persons described, who were his Enemies, viz. The wicked. It is very probable that they might be Saul, and his officious Ministers of his since, that Are Here described, crd dt n2 vvn, r-crq vbdr po31 n2, n1 dt j. pn31 vbz av j cst pns32 vmd vbi np1, cc po31 j n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst vbr av vvn, (2) text (DIV1) 2 Page 1
8 as divers passages in the Psalm intimate. as diverse passages in the Psalm intimate. c-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 vvi. (2) text (DIV1) 2 Page 1
9 2. The Condition they were fallen into, viz. They were snared in the work of their own hand, and that which was designed against him fell upon them. 2. The Condition they were fallen into, viz. They were snared in the work of their own hand, and that which was designed against him fell upon them. crd dt n1 pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp, n1 pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1, cc cst r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno31 vvd p-acp pno32. (2) text (DIV1) 3 Page 1
10 It was once advised, that he should be sent against the Philistines, that their hand might be against him, and he might fall by their hand, whose hand Saul felt the weight of, It was once advised, that he should be sent against the philistines, that their hand might be against him, and he might fallen by their hand, whose hand Saul felt the weight of, pn31 vbds a-acp vvn, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt njp2, cst po32 n1 vmd vbi p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po32 n1, rg-crq n1 np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f, (2) text (DIV1) 3 Page 1
11 when he fell by them in Mount Gilboa. when he fell by them in Mount Gilboa. c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 np1. (2) text (DIV1) 3 Page 1
12 3. The Honour that redounded to God hereby, that he was made known to be a righteous and a just God; 3. The Honour that redounded to God hereby, that he was made known to be a righteous and a just God; crd dt n1 cst vvd p-acp np1 av, cst pns31 vbds vvn vvn pc-acp vbi dt j cc dt j np1; (2) text (DIV1) 4 Page 1
13 and that tho' men carry on their Designs in disguise, and in the dark, yet God openly manifesteth himself to be righteous. and that though men carry on their Designs in disguise, and in the dark, yet God openly manifesteth himself to be righteous. cc cst cs n2 vvb p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j, av np1 av-j vvz px31 pc-acp vbi j. (2) text (DIV1) 4 Page 1
14 4. The Cause of God's manifestation of his Justice, viz. The wicked Work they had in design to execute. 4. The Cause of God's manifestation of his justice, viz. The wicked Work they had in Design to execute. crd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 dt j n1 pns32 vhd p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. (2) text (DIV1) 5 Page 1
15 Had their Work been good, it had not snared them; had it been righteous, it had not armed Justice against them; Had their Work been good, it had not snared them; had it been righteous, it had not armed justice against them; vhd po32 n1 vbn j, pn31 vhd xx vvn pno32; vhd pn31 vbn j, pn31 vhd xx vvn n1 p-acp pno32; (2) text (DIV1) 5 Page 1
16 but being wicked, it set the Holiness and Justice of God on work, to bring their violent dealing on their own Heads. Hence Note, but being wicked, it Set the Holiness and justice of God on work, to bring their violent dealing on their own Heads. Hence Note, cc-acp vbg j, pn31 vvd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi po32 j n-vvg p-acp po32 d n2. av vvb, (2) text (DIV1) 5 Page 1
17 That when wicked Mens works bring Judgments upon themselves, then is God manifested to be a God of Justice, That when wicked Men's works bring Judgments upon themselves, then is God manifested to be a God of justice, cst c-crq j ng2 n2 vvb n2 p-acp px32, av vbz np1 vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, (2) text (DIV1) 7 Page 1
18 and gives cause of Praise to his People. and gives cause of Praise to his People. cc vvz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1. (2) text (DIV1) 7 Page 1
19 Taking it for granted that it was Saul, and his Instruments of evil, whose Works and Reward are here mentioned, Taking it for granted that it was Saul, and his Instruments of evil, whose Works and Reward Are Here mentioned, vvg pn31 p-acp vvn cst pn31 vbds np1, cc po31 n2 pp-f n-jn, r-crq vvz cc n1 vbr av vvn, (2) text (DIV1) 8 Page 3
20 and in whose ruinous Fall God glorified his Justice, I shall enquire, (1.) What were those evil Works they committed, and in whose ruinous Fallen God glorified his justice, I shall inquire, (1.) What were those evil Works they committed, cc p-acp rg-crq j n1 np1 vvn po31 n1, pns11 vmb vvi, (crd) q-crq vbdr d n-jn vvz pns32 vvd, (2) text (DIV1) 8 Page 3
21 and which brought on Judgment. (2.) What colourable Pretences they had for the perpetrating such flagitious acts. (3.) How God manifested his Justice in their Discovery and Punishment. (4.) What ground of Praise this is to the People of God. and which brought on Judgement. (2.) What colourable Pretences they had for the perpetrating such flagitious acts. (3.) How God manifested his justice in their Discovery and Punishment. (4.) What ground of Praise this is to the People of God. cc r-crq vvd p-acp n1. (crd) q-crq j n2 pns32 vhd p-acp dt vvg d j n2. (crd) c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (crd) q-crq n1 pp-f n1 d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) text (DIV1) 8 Page 3
22 I. I. pns11. (3) part (DIV2) 8 Page 3
23 Let us enquire what are those wicked works which bring Judgment on the Acters of them. Let us inquire what Are those wicked works which bring Judgement on the Actors of them. vvb pno12 vvi r-crq vbr d j n2 r-crq vvb n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32. (3) part (DIV2) 8 Page 3
24 And here we may possibly find something that matcheth our present case. 1. The subverting and ruining Religion was one: And Here we may possibly find something that Matches our present case. 1. The subverting and ruining Religion was one: cc av pns12 vmb av-j vvi pi cst vvz po12 j n1. crd dt vvg cc vvg n1 vbds pi: (3) part (DIV2) 8 Page 3
25 A Crime so evidently practised, that not the All-seeing God only, but all the World might behold it. A Crime so evidently practised, that not the All-seeing God only, but all the World might behold it. dt n1 av av-j vvn, cst xx dt j np1 av-j, cc-acp d dt n1 vmd vvi pn31. (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 3
26 God at the Institution of Monarchy, took care to secure Religion, and therefore enjoins, That the King should write himself a Copy of the Law, God At the Institution of Monarchy, took care to secure Religion, and Therefore enjoins, That the King should write himself a Copy of the Law, np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvd n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc av vvz, cst dt n1 vmd vvi px31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 3
27 and meditate therein, that he might remember to fear the Lord his God. and meditate therein, that he might Remember to Fear the Lord his God. cc vvi av, cst pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 po31 n1. (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 3
28 It being imposible to imagine, that God should delegate a power to any Man against himself, It being impossible to imagine, that God should delegate a power to any Man against himself, pn31 vbg j pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vmd vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp px31, (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 3
29 or give leave that those who were his chief Trustees in the World should contemn him and his Institutions: or give leave that those who were his chief Trustees in the World should contemn him and his Institutions: cc vvb vvi cst d r-crq vbdr po31 j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi pno31 cc po31 n2: (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 3
30 But we find that all this went for nothing in those days, but as for Religion, it was either neglected, or prophaned, or almost ruined. But we find that all this went for nothing in those days, but as for Religion, it was either neglected, or Profaned, or almost ruined. cc-acp pns12 vvb cst d d vvd p-acp pix p-acp d n2, cc-acp c-acp p-acp n1, pn31 vbds av-d vvn, cc vvn, cc av vvn. (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 3
31 Neglected it was sufficiently, when neither King, Courtiers, nor People so much as enquired at the Ark, during that Reign, Neglected it was sufficiently, when neither King, Courtiers, nor People so much as inquired At the Ark, during that Reign, j-vvn pn31 vbds av-j, c-crq dx n1, n2, ccx n1 av av-d c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp d vvi, (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
32 nor minded so much as to bring it to the Tabernacle at Shiloh, but it must remain in the House of Abinadab, for them to enquire at that had a mind to it: nor minded so much as to bring it to the Tabernacle At Shiloh, but it must remain in the House of Abinadab, for them to inquire At that had a mind to it: ccx vvn av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp cst vhd dt n1 p-acp pn31: (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
33 None sacrificed now before it, nor any waited on the Worship of him whom it represented, and whose Name it bore; None sacrificed now before it, nor any waited on the Worship of him whom it represented, and whose Name it boar; np1 vvd av p-acp pn31, ccx d vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 ro-crq pn31 vvn, cc rg-crq n1 pn31 vvd; (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
34 and herein Religion was much abated. and herein Religion was much abated. cc av n1 vbds av-d vvn. (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
35 But had this been all, it had been but little, but worse follows, Religion is also Prophaned, But had this been all, it had been but little, but Worse follows, Religion is also Profaned, cc-acp vhd d vbn d, pn31 vhd vbn p-acp j, cc-acp av-jc vvz, n1 vbz av vvn, (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
36 and that in an high an enormous manner: and that in an high an enormous manner: cc cst p-acp dt j dt j n1: (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
37 As we hear nothing of sacrificing on the Altar before the Ark, so we find an Invasion of the Priests Office, As we hear nothing of sacrificing on the Altar before the Ark, so we find an Invasion of the Priests Office, c-acp pns12 vvb pix pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
38 and a Sacrifice offered by one of another Tribe; and this without any Commission, or (for ought appears) any Altar; and a Sacrifice offered by one of Another Tribe; and this without any Commission, or (for ought appears) any Altar; cc dt n1 vvn p-acp crd pp-f j-jn n1; cc d p-acp d n1, cc (c-acp pi vvz) d n1; (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
39 No, not so much as one of whole stone, which was allowable in necessity; No, not so much as one of Whole stone, which was allowable in necessity; uh-dx, xx av av-d c-acp crd pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vbds j p-acp n1; (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
40 for Saul himself will take that Office upon him, To offer a burnt-offering; and as great a Prophanation as it was, he can justifie it too, that He was forced to it. for Saul himself will take that Office upon him, To offer a Burnt-offering; and as great a Profanation as it was, he can justify it too, that He was forced to it. p-acp np1 px31 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi dt j; cc p-acp j dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbds, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pn31. (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
41 But as one sin hardens a Man to the Commission of another, so we find in his rage he will venture farther. But as one since hardens a Man to the Commission of Another, so we find in his rage he will venture farther. p-acp p-acp crd n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, av pns12 vvb p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vmb vvi av-jc. (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
42 Samuel had begun to settle the Priests in their set Office, which David after confirmed: Samuel had begun to settle the Priests in their Set Office, which David After confirmed: np1 vhd vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp po32 vvn n1, r-crq np1 a-acp vvn: (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
43 Now the Priests being by Divine Direction and Appointment fixed in their Office, they might not descend to inferiour Services, though about the Tabernacle. Now the Priests being by Divine Direction and Appointment fixed in their Office, they might not descend to inferior Services, though about the Tabernacle. av dt n2 vbg p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp j-jn n2, cs p-acp dt n1. (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 4
44 The Gibeonites having forfeited their Liberty by their fraud, were given to the Priests, To be hewers of wood, The Gibeonites having forfeited their Liberty by their fraud, were given to the Priests, To be hewers of wood, dt np1 vhg vvn po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f n1, (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 5
45 and drawers of water, for the use of the Tabernacle, that the Sacrifices might be washed and offered, and drawers of water, for the use of the Tabernacle, that the Sacrifices might be washed and offered, cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n2 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn, (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 5
46 and that the Priests might wash themselves and offer: and that the Priests might wash themselves and offer: cc cst dt n2 vmd vvi px32 cc n1: (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 5
47 But Saul will make a blow at Religion, and slay the Gibeonites, and so necessitate the Priests and Levites to break the Order that God had newly placed them in, But Saul will make a blow At Religion, and slay the Gibeonites, and so necessitate the Priests and Levites to break the Order that God had newly placed them in, cc-acp np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb dt np1, cc av n1 dt n2 cc np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst np1 vhd av-j vvn pno32 p-acp, (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 5
48 and do that Drudgery themselves, or else the Worship of God must stand neglected. and do that Drudgery themselves, or Else the Worship of God must stand neglected. cc vdb d n1 px32, cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi vvn. (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 5
49 But still there is worse behind, a most desperate Act he will commit, and murder a whole City of Priests at once, upon the single Evidence of a Godless Informer: But still there is Worse behind, a most desperate Act he will commit, and murder a Whole city of Priests At once, upon the single Evidence of a Godless Informer: p-acp av pc-acp vbz jc p-acp, dt av-ds j n1 pns31 vmb vvi, cc vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 p-acp a-acp, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1: (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 5
50 Doeg 's Word must be taken, being Evidence for the King, against all the City of Nob, and the honest and just defence of the accused must stand for nothing; Doeg is Word must be taken, being Evidence for the King, against all the city of Nob, and the honest and just defence of the accused must stand for nothing; np1 vbz n1 vmb vbi vvn, vbg n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n-vvn vmb vvi p-acp pix; (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 5
51 yea, and rather then fail, he will empower a wretched Edomite to butcher them; this was highly wicked; yea, and rather then fail, he will empower a wretched Edomite to butcher them; this was highly wicked; uh, cc av-c cs vvi, pns31 vmb vvi dt j np1 pc-acp vvi pno32; d vbds av-j j; (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 5
52 but when it was done, Nob and its Suburbs might serve for a seminary of others, fitter for his turn. but when it was done, Nob and its Suburbs might serve for a seminary of Others, fitter for his turn. cc-acp c-crq pn31 vbds vdn, n1 cc po31 n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 5
53 Now when all this was done against Religion, and so fatal a blow given it, what wonder if God's Jealousie waxed hot against him. Now when all this was done against Religion, and so fatal a blow given it, what wonder if God's Jealousy waxed hight against him. av c-crq d d vbds vdn p-acp n1, cc av j dt n1 vvn pn31, r-crq n1 cs npg1 n1 vvd j p-acp pno31. (3) part (DIV2) 9 Page 5
54 2. Prophaneness and Irreligion was countenanced to the uttermost: It doth not appear that there were any who took care of maintaining true Religion, 2. Profaneness and Irreligion was countenanced to the uttermost: It does not appear that there were any who took care of maintaining true Religion, crd n1 cc n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j: pn31 vdz xx vvi cst a-acp vbdr d r-crq vvd n1 pp-f vvg j n1, (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 5
55 but whoso would might do in that as he listed. but whoso would might do in that as he listed. cc-acp r-crq vmd n1 vdi p-acp d c-acp pns31 vvd. (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 5
56 As for Prophaneness, what it was, and how great, may be collected by this, that the best were least esteemed, As for Profaneness, what it was, and how great, may be collected by this, that the best were least esteemed, p-acp p-acp n1, r-crq pn31 vbds, cc c-crq j, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d, cst dt js vbdr av-ds vvn, (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 6
57 and the worst most set by: and the worst most Set by: cc dt js av-ds vvn p-acp: (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 6
58 Therefore if Honest and Religious Jonathan shall but open his Mouth in the behalf of innocent David, presently he must bear reviling Language for it, Therefore if Honest and Religious Johnathan shall but open his Mouth in the behalf of innocent David, presently he must bear reviling Language for it, av cs j cc j np1 vmb p-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1, av-j pns31 vmb vvi vvg n1 p-acp pn31, (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 6
59 and have a javelin let fly at him, to kill him. and have a javelin let fly At him, to kill him. cc vhb dt n1 vvb vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31. (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 6
60 As for consulting any of God's own Prophets, little care was taken to consult them, that he might be directed by them from the Mouth of God. As for consulting any of God's own prophets, little care was taken to consult them, that he might be directed by them from the Mouth of God. c-acp p-acp vvg d pp-f npg1 d n2, j n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 6
61 If one come to him on a Message from God, to send him on a Journey against his Enemies, His voice must not be obeyed: But if an Informing Company set him agog against his best Subjects, He blesseth them for it. If one come to him on a Message from God, to send him on a Journey against his Enemies, His voice must not be obeyed: But if an Informing Company Set him agog against his best Subject's, He Blesses them for it. cs pi vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, po31 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn: cc-acp cs dt vvg n1 vvd pno31 n1 p-acp po31 js n2-jn, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp pn31. (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 6
62 And thus God stands neglected, his Enemies spared, his Servants hunted from post to pillar, and feretted out of all lurking Places, in order to their utter ruine: And thus God Stands neglected, his Enemies spared, his Servants hunted from post to pillar, and feretted out of all lurking Places, in order to their utter ruin: cc av np1 vvz vvn, po31 n2 vvd, po31 n2 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vvd av pp-f d j-vvg n2, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n1: (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 6
63 No Crime is so great as theirs, who get Esteem for their Fidelity to their God and Country, in vexing, routing and slaying the Philistines; for though the Land fare the better for it, No Crime is so great as theirs, who get Esteem for their Fidis to their God and Country, in vexing, routing and slaying the philistines; for though the Land fare the better for it, dx n1 vbz av j c-acp png32, r-crq vvb n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg, vvg cc vvg dt njp2; c-acp cs dt n1 vvb dt jc p-acp pn31, (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 6
64 and the People are secured, and Property more quietly enjoyed; and the People Are secured, and Property more quietly enjoyed; cc dt n1 vbr vvn, cc n1 av-dc av-jn vvn; (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 6
65 yea, God's Honour advanced in the destruction of Idolaters; yea, it vexeth Saul at the heart, that all this should be done by the hands of honest Men, yea, God's Honour advanced in the destruction of Idolaters; yea, it vexes Saul At the heart, that all this should be done by the hands of honest Men, uh, npg1 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; uh, pn31 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1, cst d d vmd vbi vdn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 6
66 and thereby a Value for the honest Patriots of their Countrey encreased: and thereby a Valve for the honest Patriots of their Country increased: cc av dt vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1 vvd: (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 6
67 Doubtless the success against the Lords Enemies, by the hands of those whose Hearts were right towards God, would in time beget an high value for Religion, Doubtless the success against the lords Enemies, by the hands of those whose Hearts were right towards God, would in time beget an high valve for Religion, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n2 n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d rg-crq n2 vbdr j-jn p-acp np1, vmd p-acp n1 vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1, (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
68 and set it above the Disadvantages that the Neglect of it and Debauchery had brought it under. and Set it above the Disadvantages that the Neglect of it and Debauchery had brought it under. cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt n2 cst dt vvb pp-f pn31 cc n1 vhd vvn pn31 p-acp. (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
69 This enrages Hell it self, and sets Satan to work to tempt Saul to suppress them, This enrages Hell it self, and sets Satan to work to tempt Saul to suppress them, np1 vvz n1 pn31 n1, cc vvz np1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
70 least his Interest thereby do decline, and he be a Loser: To secure therefore his Interest, he sets him on to neglect the Prophets of God, lest his Interest thereby do decline, and he be a Loser: To secure Therefore his Interest, he sets him on to neglect the prophets of God, cs po31 n1 av vdb vvi, cc pns31 vbb dt n1: pc-acp vvi av po31 n1, pns31 vvz pno31 a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
71 and also to enquire at his Familiars, and so directly to adore and consult him, and he succeeds accordingly. and also to inquire At his Familiars, and so directly to adore and consult him, and he succeeds accordingly. cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2-jn, cc av av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, cc pns31 vvz av-vvg. (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
72 And this, added to the rest of his wicked and irreligious Life and Practice, is so hainously provoking, that he dyeth for it. And this, added to the rest of his wicked and irreligious Life and Practice, is so heinously provoking, that he Dies for it. cc d, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j cc j n1 cc n1, vbz av av-j vvg, cst pns31 vvz p-acp pn31. (3) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
73 3. The destroying of all just Property was another great and hainous sin that was committed: 3. The destroying of all just Property was Another great and heinous since that was committed: crd dt n-vvg pp-f d j n1 vbds j-jn j cc j n1 cst vbds vvn: (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
74 The very Notion of Tribute implieth Property, or else it could not be paid; The very Notion of Tribute Implies Property, or Else it could not be paid; dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1, cc av pn31 vmd xx vbi vvn; (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
75 for those that pay it must have something to call their own, or else they could not pay it, for those that pay it must have something to call their own, or Else they could not pay it, p-acp d cst vvb pn31 vmb vhi pi pc-acp vvi po32 d, cc av pns32 vmd xx vvi pn31, (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
76 nor be supposed capable of paying it. nor be supposed capable of paying it. ccx vbi vvn j pp-f vvg pn31. (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
77 Certainly in the first peopling of the World, God gave the Earth and its Products to the Children of Men: Certainly in the First peopling of the World, God gave the Earth and its Products to the Children of Men: av-j p-acp dt ord j-vvg pp-f dt n1, np1 vvd dt n1 cc po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2: (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
78 And however peaceable the first Planters were in making the Division, and however contented they were with a competent portion, And however peaceable the First Planters were in making the Division, and however contented they were with a competent portion, cc c-acp j dt ord n2 vbdr p-acp vvg dt n1, cc c-acp vvn pns32 vbdr p-acp dt j n1, (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
79 yet even then the first possession created a Title, and it was gross Injury to any to be an Incroacher upon his Neighbour. yet even then the First possession created a Title, and it was gross Injury to any to be an Encroacher upon his Neighbour. av av av dt ord n1 vvd dt n1, cc pn31 vbds j n1 p-acp d pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
80 But in the possession of Canaan, the Divisiion was made by Divine Direction, and the Lot determining the possession of each Tribe, But in the possession of Canaan, the Divisiion was made by Divine Direction, and the Lot determining the possession of each Tribe, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt np1 vbds vvn p-acp j-jn n1, cc dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1, (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
81 and the several Families must be supposed to come by their portions and shares the same way: and the several Families must be supposed to come by their portions and shares the same Way: cc dt j n2 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 cc vvz dt d n1: (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
82 Therefore when God instituted Monarchy, he set bounds to it, that The King should not greatly multiply silver and gold to himself, as his own peculiar part, by taking it arbitrarily from the people; Therefore when God instituted Monarchy, he Set bounds to it, that The King should not greatly multiply silver and gold to himself, as his own peculiar part, by taking it arbitrarily from the people; av c-crq np1 vvd n1, pns31 vvd n2 p-acp pn31, cst dt n1 vmd xx av-j vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp px31, p-acp po31 d j n1, p-acp vvg pn31 av-jn p-acp dt n1; (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
83 and so every Man's own was secured to him, the King having his Due of Tribute and Custom, and the People theirs. and so every Man's own was secured to him, the King having his Endue of Tribute and Custom, and the People theirs. cc av d ng1 vvb vbds vvn p-acp pno31, dt n1 vhg po31 n-jn pp-f n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 png32. (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
84 But in Saul 's Reign this was invaded, and what the People had he would make his own at Will and Pleasure, Taking the best of their fields, But in Saul is Reign this was invaded, and what the People had he would make his own At Will and Pleasure, Taking the best of their fields, p-acp p-acp np1 vbz vvi d vbds vvn, cc q-crq dt n1 vhd pns31 vmd vvi po31 d p-acp n1 cc n1, vvg dt js pp-f po32 n2, (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
85 and of their Vineyards, &c. and this was by him so ordinarily practiced, that he useth this as an Argument to perswade his Followers to stedfastness, and of their Vineyards, etc. and this was by him so ordinarily practiced, that he uses this as an Argument to persuade his Followers to steadfastness, cc pp-f po32 n2, av cc d vbds p-acp pno31 av av-jn vvd, cst pns31 vvz d p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1, (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
86 because if they should cleave to David, his Reign would be so just, As that he would not give them other Mens fields and vineyards, Because if they should cleave to David, his Reign would be so just, As that he would not give them other Men's fields and vineyards, c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp np1, po31 vvi vmd vbi av j, p-acp cst pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32 n-jn ng2 n2 cc n2, (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
87 and make them Commanders as he did. It seems, it was not enough for him to take what he would to himself, and make them Commanders as he did. It seems, it was not enough for him to take what he would to himself, cc vvb pno32 n2 c-acp pns31 vdd. pn31 vvz, pn31 vbds xx av-d p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmd pc-acp px31, (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
88 but to give away what was anothers to his Flatterers and Informers, that were over obsequious to his boundless Inclinations: but to give away what was another's to his Flatterers and Informers, that were over obsequious to his boundless Inclinations: cc-acp pc-acp vvi av r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, cst vbdr a-acp j p-acp po31 j n2: (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
89 But how much this profitted him, appears by this, that he whose illimited, insatiate appetite, gaped for all, was quickly rejected, and lost all. But how much this profited him, appears by this, that he whose illimited, insatiate appetite, gaped for all, was quickly rejected, and lost all. cc-acp c-crq d d vvd pno31, vvz p-acp d, cst pns31 rg-crq j, j n1, vvd p-acp d, vbds av-j vvn, cc vvd d. (3) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
90 4. The enslaving of Men was another provoking sin: 4. The enslaving of Men was Another provoking since: crd dt vvg pp-f n2 vbds j-jn vvg n1: (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 8
91 God that challenged the Israelites to be his Servants, and therefore rescued them from being Pharaoh 's Slaves, was not willing to have them afterward Bond-men to any: God that challenged the Israelites to be his Servants, and Therefore rescued them from being Pharaoh is Slaves, was not willing to have them afterwards Bondmen to any: np1 cst vvd dt np1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, cc av vvd pno32 p-acp vbg np1 vbz n2, vbds xx j pc-acp vhi pno32 av n2 p-acp d: (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
92 So that if an Hebrew, or an Hebrewess, had sold themselves to any, (through Poverty) they were to serve but to the Sabbatical Year, So that if an Hebrew, or an Hebrewess, had sold themselves to any, (through Poverty) they were to serve but to the Sabbatical Year, av cst cs dt njp, cc dt np1, vhd vvn px32 p-acp d, (p-acp n1) pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
93 and then to be set at liberty, and to be liberally furnished also with all necessaries, that they might set up for themselves upon a probable Fund, the product of which might maintain them, and then to be Set At liberty, and to be liberally furnished also with all necessaries, that they might Set up for themselves upon a probable Fund, the product of which might maintain them, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbi av-j vvn av p-acp d n2-j, cst pns32 vmd vvd a-acp p-acp px32 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vmd vvi pno32, (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
94 so as not again to be Slaves. so as not again to be Slaves. av c-acp xx av pc-acp vbi n2. (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
95 And for this reason, when the Jews had made their Servants free, but compelled them again to be Servants, And for this reason, when the jews had made their Servants free, but compelled them again to be Servants, cc p-acp d n1, c-crq dt np2 vhd vvn po32 n2 j, cc-acp vvd pno32 av pc-acp vbi n2, (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
96 after they were manumitted, God takes it so hainously, that he punisheth their Masters, By proclaiming liberty to them, to the sword, to the famine, After they were manumitted, God Takes it so heinously, that he Punisheth their Masters, By proclaiming liberty to them, to the sword, to the famine, c-acp pns32 vbdr j-vvn, np1 vvz pn31 av av-j, cst pns31 vvz po32 n2, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
97 and to the pestilence, and to be slain by all the Nations of the Earth. and to the pestilence, and to be slave by all the nations of the Earth. cc p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
98 And so tender a point was this, that even Solomon when he builded the Temple, would make none of the Israelites do any part of the drudgery about it as Captives; And so tender a point was this, that even Solomon when he built the Temple, would make none of the Israelites do any part of the drudgery about it as Captives; cc av j dt n1 vbds d, cst av np1 c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1, vmd vvi pix pp-f dt np2 vdb d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31 c-acp n2-jn; (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
99 but they were employed in the more generous and liberal part of that work: but they were employed in the more generous and liberal part of that work: p-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f d n1: (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
100 So that liberty, and a right to Life, Limb and Freedom, was not to be infringed by any arbitrary pretence whatsoever. So that liberty, and a right to Life, Limb and Freedom, was not to be infringed by any arbitrary pretence whatsoever. av cst n1, cc dt n-jn p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, vbds xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n1 r-crq. (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
101 All this Saul was far from, and he would take whom he pleased to be his Slaves and Drudges in his Business; All this Saul was Far from, and he would take whom he pleased to be his Slaves and Drudges in his Business; av-d d np1 vbds av-j p-acp, cc pns31 vmd vvi r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1; (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
102 even their Young Men to ear his Ground, and dress his vineyards, and their Daughters to be Cooks and Confectionaries, &c. and this it seems was familiar with him: even their Young Men to ear his Ground, and dress his vineyards, and their Daughters to be Cooks and Confectioneries, etc. and this it seems was familiar with him: av po32 j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n2, cc po32 n2 pc-acp vbi n2 cc n2, av cc d pn31 vvz vbds j-jn p-acp pno31: (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
103 But what this cost him, is evident, he had made others slaves to him, and he makes himself a slave to his own Passions; But what this cost him, is evident, he had made Others slaves to him, and he makes himself a slave to his own Passion; cc-acp q-crq d vvd pno31, vbz j, pns31 vhd vvd n2-jn n2 p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvz px31 dt n1 p-acp po31 d n2; (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 10
104 and when all failed, would even pay Homage to the Infernal Spirit, for a little dreadful News of the Event of the Battle he was to fight, and when all failed, would even pay Homage to the Infernal Spirit, for a little dreadful News of the Event of the Battle he was to fight, cc c-crq d vvd, vmd av vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi, (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 10
105 and in which he was slain. This was the Reward of Tyranny. and in which he was slave. This was the Reward of Tyranny. cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn. d vbds dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) part (DIV2) 12 Page 10
106 5. Lastly, The laying snares for the Life of the Innocent, and shedding blood without remorse or pitty, is another very hainous sin that will bring on Judgment: 5. Lastly, The laying snares for the Life of the Innocent, and shedding blood without remorse or pity, is Another very heinous since that will bring on Judgement: crd ord, dt vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, cc vvg n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vbz j-jn av j n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp n1: (3) part (DIV2) 13 Page 10
107 No man but hath a right to life and limb, unless upon the breach of some Law he forfeit them; No man but hath a right to life and limb, unless upon the breach of Some Law he forfeit them; dx n1 cc-acp vhz dt j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pns31 vvb pno32; (3) part (DIV2) 13 Page 10
108 therefore to mutilate, or execute with Death any man unconvicted of the breach of the Law, is Cruelty and Tyranny. Therefore to mutilate, or execute with Death any man unconvicted of the breach of the Law, is Cruelty and Tyranny. av pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp n1 d n1 vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz n1 cc n1. (3) part (DIV2) 13 Page 10
109 But this was Saul 's practice, David must be slain in an humour, when his melancholy Devil instigates him, who in a lucid Interval is owned to have done nothing worthy of Death, But this was Saul is practice, David must be slave in an humour, when his melancholy devil instigates him, who in a lucid Interval is owned to have done nothing worthy of Death, p-acp d vbds np1 vbz n1, np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq po31 j-jn n1 vvz pno31, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 vbz vvd pc-acp vhi vdn pix j-jn pp-f n1, (3) part (DIV2) 13 Page 10
110 but in his Humours he must be Assassinated by Ruffians, without Trial or Conviction; but in his Humours he must be Assassinated by Ruffians, without Trial or Conviction; cc-acp p-acp po31 n2 pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) part (DIV2) 13 Page 10
111 Nay, even Jonathan, as near as he was to him, and as upright and innocent as he was, must in a rage be slain for speaking the truth, Nay, even Johnathan, as near as he was to him, and as upright and innocent as he was, must in a rage be slave for speaking the truth, uh-x, av np1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp pno31, cc c-acp av-j cc j-jn c-acp pns31 vbds, vmb p-acp dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp vvg dt n1, (3) part (DIV2) 13 Page 10
112 and sheltering an Innocent, whose Blood was hunted after: No matter for a fair Tryal, but give Sentence without proof or conviction, execute first, and then try afterwards. and sheltering an Innocent, whose Blood was hunted After: No matter for a fair Trial, but give Sentence without proof or conviction, execute First, and then try afterwards. cc vvg dt j-jn, rg-crq n1 vbds vvn a-acp: uh-dx n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp vvb n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb ord, cc av vvi av. (3) part (DIV2) 13 Page 10
113 It must needs be a doleful case in any state, when the best and honestest must hold their Lives at the Courtesie of greedy Informers, who can swear thorough stitch, It must needs be a doleful case in any state, when the best and honestest must hold their Lives At the Courtesy of greedy Informers, who can swear through stitch, pn31 vmb av vbi dt j n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq dt js cc js vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n1, (3) part (DIV2) 13 Page 11
114 and are sure to be heard; and Are sure to be herd; cc vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) part (DIV2) 13 Page 11
115 but if any for the accused produce any good Evidence to invalidate their Testimony, they shall presently be secured for Subornation. but if any for the accused produce any good Evidence to invalidate their Testimony, they shall presently be secured for Subornation. cc-acp cs d p-acp dt vvn vvi d j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, pns32 vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp n1. (3) part (DIV2) 13 Page 11
116 Thus Saul could destroy a whole Township upon a Forreign Slave's Testimony, who doubtless would have severely handled any that should have attempted to invalidate his Testimony. Thus Saul could destroy a Whole Township upon a Foreign Slave's Testimony, who doubtless would have severely handled any that should have attempted to invalidate his Testimony. av np1 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j ng1 n1, r-crq av-j vmd vhi av-j vvn d cst vmd vhi vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (3) part (DIV2) 13 Page 11
117 Thus of the sin that brought the Judgments. Thus of the since that brought the Judgments. av pp-f dt n1 cst vvd dt n2. (3) part (DIV2) 13 Page 11
118 II. Let us now enquire what might be the Pretences that were used, and under colour of which they were drawn to proceed in their Wickedness. II Let us now inquire what might be the Pretences that were used, and under colour of which they were drawn to proceed in their Wickedness. crd vvb pno12 av vvi r-crq vmd vbi dt n2 cst vbdr vvn, cc p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1. (4) part (DIV2) 13 Page 11
119 1. A Claim to Arbitrary Power and absolute Prerogative, was one main pretence to support this wickedness: 1. A Claim to Arbitrary Power and absolute Prerogative, was one main pretence to support this wickedness: crd dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1 cc j n1, vbds pi j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1: (4) part (DIV2) 14 Page 11
120 There was this plausible Apology for their notorious Crimes, that the People had chosen a King without Limitation, and that there was no other tye, but that he come in, and go out before them, and fight their battles: There was this plausible Apology for their notorious Crimes, that the People had chosen a King without Limitation, and that there was no other tie, but that he come in, and go out before them, and fight their battles: pc-acp vbds d j n1 p-acp po32 j n2, cst dt n1 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, cc cst a-acp vbds dx j-jn vvb, p-acp d pns31 vvb p-acp, cc vvb av p-acp pno32, cc vvi po32 n2: (4) part (DIV2) 14 Page 11
121 On these terms they presume to do what they list, and tho' for a while Saul give a deference to Samuel, yet at last he shakes him off, On these terms they presume to do what they list, and though for a while Saul give a deference to Samuel, yet At last he shakes him off, p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb pc-acp vdi r-crq pns32 vvb, cc cs p-acp dt n1 np1 vvb dt n1 p-acp np1, av p-acp ord pns31 vvz pno31 a-acp, (4) part (DIV2) 14 Page 11
122 and rules at his own pleasure. and rules At his own pleasure. cc vvz p-acp po31 d n1. (4) part (DIV2) 14 Page 11
123 Being thus broke loose from all Restraints and Limitations on the Peoples part, and having no one who having been a Judge, Being thus broke lose from all Restraints and Limitations on the Peoples part, and having no one who having been a Judge, vbg av vvn j p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc vhg dx crd r-crq vhg vbn dt n1, (4) part (DIV2) 14 Page 11
124 and neither dead nor deposed by God, might still arbitrate betwixt him and the People, he runs a full career into all Excesses, and neither dead nor deposed by God, might still arbitrate betwixt him and the People, he runs a full career into all Excesses, cc dx j ccx vvn p-acp np1, vmd av vvi p-acp pno31 cc dt n1, pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp d n2, (4) part (DIV2) 14 Page 12
125 and Innocency was now the weakest shelter that might be. and Innocency was now the Weakest shelter that might be. cc n1 vbds av dt js n1 cst vmd vbi. (4) part (DIV2) 14 Page 12
126 Indeed Flatterers of Princes, and Men of Debauched and Irreligious, or Superstitious Consciences, will ring in their Ears the Power they are invested with, to spur them on to be Tools to their Profit or Revenge, that when Innocents fall they may gain by it. Indeed Flatterers of Princes, and Men of Debauched and Irreligious, or Superstitious Consciences, will ring in their Ears the Power they Are invested with, to spur them on to be Tools to their Profit or Revenge, that when Innocents fallen they may gain by it. np1 n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 pp-f j-vvn cc j, cc j n2, vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2 dt n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp, pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, cst c-crq n2-jn vvb pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (4) part (DIV2) 14 Page 12
127 2. Another pretence was, That the People were so tyed to subjection and obedience, as that on no pretence whatsoever they might withdraw it, 2. another pretence was, That the People were so tied to subjection and Obedience, as that on no pretence whatsoever they might withdraw it, crd j-jn n1 vbds, cst dt n1 vbdr av vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp cst p-acp dx n1 r-crq pns32 vmd vvi pn31, (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 12
128 or deliberate about what was enjoined; or deliberate about what was enjoined; cc vvi p-acp r-crq vbds vvn; (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 12
129 but with all readiness submit to what was enjoined, and obey all Precepts whatsoever, without reserve: but with all readiness submit to what was enjoined, and obey all Precepts whatsoever, without reserve: cc-acp p-acp d n1 vvb p-acp r-crq vbds vvn, cc vvi d n2 r-crq, p-acp vvi: (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 12
130 And for this unnatural Maxim there was this Colour, that at the first erecting of the Monarchy there was an absolute surrender of all to Will and Pleasure. And for this unnatural Maxim there was this Colour, that At the First erecting of the Monarchy there was an absolute surrender of all to Will and Pleasure. cc p-acp d j n1 a-acp vbds d n1, cst p-acp dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 a-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 12
131 However this pretence carried it, both Prince and People should so mind God's Institution, and have remembred, that when he instituted Monarchy, he reserved Liberty as well as Religion and Property, However this pretence carried it, both Prince and People should so mind God's Institution, and have remembered, that when he instituted Monarchy, he reserved Liberty as well as Religion and Property, c-acp d n1 vvd pn31, d n1 cc n1 vmd av vvi npg1 n1, cc vhb vvn, cst c-crq pns31 vvd n1, pns31 vvd n1 c-acp av c-acp n1 cc n1, (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 12
132 and would not have the King so lifted up in heart by his Power, as to forget that the people were his brethren. And however Saul and the Israelites might over-look this, and would not have the King so lifted up in heart by his Power, as to forget that the people were his brothers. And however Saul and the Israelites might overlook this, cc vmd xx vhi dt n1 av vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vbdr po31 n2. cc c-acp np1 cc dt np1 vmd j d, (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 12
133 yet when Liberty and Property were surrendered, and no care taken for Religion by the People, God refuseth to stand to that Agreement, yet when Liberty and Property were surrendered, and no care taken for Religion by the People, God Refuseth to stand to that Agreement, av c-crq n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn, cc dx n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 12
134 because, saith he, They have rejected me, that I should not reign over them. Because, Says he, They have rejected me, that I should not Reign over them. c-acp, vvz pns31, pns32 vhb vvn pno11, cst pns11 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno32. (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 13
135 Certainly there was a stipulation intended by God for the security of these things, and if the People blindly gave them away, Certainly there was a stipulation intended by God for the security of these things, and if the People blindly gave them away, av-j a-acp vbds dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc cs dt n1 av-j vvd pno32 av, (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 13
136 or the Prince ambitiously and arbitarily assumed them, the People gave, and the Prince took more than was by God allowed to either. or the Prince ambitiously and arbitarily assumed them, the People gave, and the Prince took more than was by God allowed to either. cc dt n1 av-j cc av-j vvn pno32, dt n1 vvd, cc dt n1 vvd av-dc cs vbds p-acp np1 vvd p-acp d. (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 13
137 God never so far gave away his right to rule, as that Life, Liberty, Estate and Religion, should be held at the Pleasure and Courtesie of any Monarch: God never so Far gave away his right to Rule, as that Life, Liberty, Estate and Religion, should be held At the Pleasure and Courtesy of any Monarch: np1 av-x av av-j vvd av po31 n-jn pc-acp vvi, c-acp cst n1, n1, n1 cc n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1: (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 13
138 Nay, rather his Aim was at Publick Good and Safety, that the Prince should with all tender justice carry them as a Nursing Father doth his sucking Child in his bosom: But this being wholly neglected, God takes notice of it, and rewards it. Nay, rather his Aim was At Public Good and Safety, that the Prince should with all tender Justice carry them as a Nursing Father does his sucking Child in his bosom: But this being wholly neglected, God Takes notice of it, and rewards it. uh-x, av-c po31 n1 vbds p-acp j j cc n1, cst dt n1 vmd p-acp d j n1 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n-vvg n1 vdz po31 j-vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1: p-acp d vbg av-jn vvn, np1 vvz n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvz pn31. (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 13
139 Thus of the false Pretences, which drew on their wicked Works, and under colour of which they acted them. Thus of the false Pretences, which drew on their wicked Works, and under colour of which they acted them. av pp-f dt j n2, r-crq vvd p-acp po32 j vvz, cc p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvd pno32. (4) part (DIV2) 15 Page 13
140 III. Let us now see how God manifesteth his Justice, in the Discovery and Punishment of these nefarious Crimes. The Methods are these: III. Let us now see how God manifesteth his justice, in the Discovery and Punishment of these nefarious Crimes. The Methods Are these: np1. vvb pno12 av vvi c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2. dt n2 vbr d: (5) part (DIV2) 15 Page 13
141 1. God leaves them to themselves: 1. God leaves them to themselves: crd np1 vvz pno32 p-acp px32: (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 13
142 They had some general Assistance and Support, 'till Wickedness grew to that monstruous height, that Patience could bear no longer: They had Some general Assistance and Support, till Wickedness grew to that monstruous height, that Patience could bear no longer: pns32 vhd d j n1 cc vvb, p-acp n1 vvd p-acp d j n1, cst n1 vmd vvi av-dx av-jc: (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 13
143 But when once they prided it in their wretchedness, and thought forbearance to be an Approbation of their Wickedness, But when once they prided it in their wretchedness, and Thought forbearance to be an Approbation of their Wickedness, cc-acp c-crq c-acp pns32 vvd pn31 p-acp po32 n1, cc vvd n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 13
144 then he leaves them, and is pleased no more providentially to concur with their Enterprizes. then he leaves them, and is pleased no more providentially to concur with their Enterprises. cs pns31 vvz pno32, cc vbz vvn av-dx av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 vvz. (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 14
145 If Nahash invade and besiege Jubesh-gilead, he shall have so much help as to gain an Honourable Victory, especially when he follows the Conduct and Advice of Samuel, and Acts in conjunction with him: If Nahash invade and besiege Jubesh-gilead, he shall have so much help as to gain an Honourable Victory, especially when he follows the Conduct and advice of Samuel, and Acts in conjunction with him: cs np1 vvi cc vvi j, pns31 vmb vhi av av-d vvi c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1, av-j c-crq pns31 vvz dt vvb cc n1 pp-f np1, cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31: (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 14
146 If the Philistines invade, and muster all their Forces in the Valley of Elah, and referr the matter to single Combatants to be decided, the Victory shall fall to him, If the philistines invade, and muster all their Forces in the Valley of Elah, and refer the matter to single Combatants to be decided, the Victory shall fallen to him, cs dt njp2 vvi, cc vvb d po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 14
147 whilst one that relieth on the God of Israel is his Champion: while one that Relieth on the God of Israel is his Champion: cs crd d vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz po31 n1: (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 14
148 But when Samuel is grieved and alienated, and his Life sought for David 's sake, but preserved by extraordinary providence; But when Samuel is grieved and alienated, and his Life sought for David is sake, but preserved by extraordinary providence; cc-acp c-crq np1 vbz vvn cc vvn, cc po31 n1 vvd p-acp np1 vbz n1, p-acp vvn p-acp j n1; (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 14
149 and David is hunted about, and good Jonathan reviled and hated, then things prosper no longer: and David is hunted about, and good Johnathan reviled and hated, then things prosper no longer: cc np1 vbz vvn a-acp, cc j np1 vvd cc vvn, cs n2 vvb av-dx av-jc: (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 14
150 He hath now cast off God, and God leaves him to himself, nor will any more raise up any extraordinary Prophet to direct and instruct him; He hath now cast off God, and God leaves him to himself, nor will any more raise up any extraordinary Prophet to Direct and instruct him; pns31 vhz av vvn a-acp np1, cc np1 vvz pno31 pc-acp px31, ccx vmb d av-dc vvi a-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31; (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 14
151 he may at his peril try the skill of his Wizards, Genethliacks, Astrologers, yet shall not their Schemes or Specters boad him any thing that is good, he may At his peril try the skill of his Wizards, Genethliacks, Astrologers, yet shall not their Schemes or Specters boad him any thing that is good, pns31 vmb p-acp po31 n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, n2, n2, av vmb xx po32 n2 cc n2 n1 pno31 d n1 cst vbz j, (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 14
152 but he must fall into that sore Distress, as to tell the Infernal Spirit, That God hath forsaken him, but he must fallen into that soar Distress, as to tell the Infernal Spirit, That God hath forsaken him, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cst np1 vhz vvn pno31, (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 14
153 and answereth him no more: And this was an high expression of Divine Justice. 2. God shews his Justice in the frustration of their Purposes and Designs: and Answers him no more: And this was an high expression of Divine justice. 2. God shows his justice in the frustration of their Purposes and Designs: cc vvz pno31 dx av-dc: cc d vbds dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1. crd np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2: (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 14
154 Great things were designed to be done, David must be assassinated, or if he escape that, he shall never arrive at the Throne, and sit there in quiet and at rest: Great things were designed to be done, David must be assassinated, or if he escape that, he shall never arrive At the Throne, and fit there in quiet and At rest: j n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi vdn, np1 vmb vbi vvn, cc cs pns31 vvb cst, pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvb a-acp p-acp j-jn cc p-acp n1: (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
155 It must be buzzed into the Ears of all the credulous and easie vulgar, that he is but the King's Son-in-law, and hath but a crack'd Title to the Throne, It must be buzzed into the Ears of all the credulous and easy Vulgar, that he is but the King's Son-in-law, and hath but a cracked Title to the Throne, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt j cc j j, cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1|vbz n1, cc vhz p-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
156 and this must be Argument good enough to engage all willing Desperadoes to attempt his ruine. and this must be Argument good enough to engage all willing Desperadoes to attempt his ruin. cc d vmb vbi n1 j av-d pc-acp vvi d j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
157 And to make them the more ready to comply with this Design, a plausible Argument might have been fetched from the charge, that the reparation of Religion, And to make them the more ready to comply with this Design, a plausible Argument might have been fetched from the charge, that the reparation of Religion, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, dt j n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
158 and the Defence of it, would amount to. and the Defence of it, would amount to. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, vmd vvi p-acp. (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
159 If the Ark remained where it was, and the Altar and Tabernacle were left still at Shiloh, the matter would do well enough, these were the essentials of the Old Religion, and might suffice well enough to Salvation; If the Ark remained where it was, and the Altar and Tabernacle were left still At Shiloh, the matter would do well enough, these were the essentials of the Old Religion, and might suffice well enough to Salvation; cs dt n1 vvd c-crq pn31 vbds, cc dt n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn av p-acp np1, dt n1 vmd vdi av av-d, d vbdr dt n2-jn pp-f dt j n1, cc vmd vvi av av-d p-acp n1; (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
160 but if a Temple must be prepared for it, it would cost many Millions, and the Land would pay dear for their New Religion: A frightful Argument this would seem to them that loved Money more than God or their Souls; but if a Temple must be prepared for it, it would cost many Millions, and the Land would pay dear for their New Religion: A frightful Argument this would seem to them that loved Money more than God or their Souls; cc-acp cs dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, pn31 vmd vvi d crd, cc dt n1 vmd vvi j-jn p-acp po32 j n1: dt j n1 d vmd vvi p-acp pno32 cst vvd n1 av-dc cs np1 cc po32 n2; (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
161 but this shall not be successful. but this shall not be successful. cc-acp d vmb xx vbi j. (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
162 As to the Person of David, such Arguments shall not prevail, the People shall own him, As to the Person of David, such Arguments shall not prevail, the People shall own him, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d n2 vmb xx vvi, dt n1 vmb vvi pno31, (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
163 and obey him, because Promotion cometh not from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south, and obey him, Because Promotion comes not from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south, cc vvi pno31, c-acp n1 vvz xx p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
164 but God pulleth down one, and setteth up another. but God pulls down one, and sets up Another. cc-acp np1 vvz a-acp crd, cc vvz a-acp j-jn. (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
165 Nor shall it hinder the Reformation of Religion, for the People will fetch up the Ark with joy, Nor shall it hinder the Reformation of Religion, for the People will fetch up the Ark with joy, ccx vmb pn31 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
166 and fix it in a lawful Tabernacle, till a Temple can be builded. and fix it in a lawful Tabernacle, till a Temple can be built. cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn. (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 15
167 3. God shews his Justice in discovering their wickedness, and laying it open before the Sun, that the horror of it may convince and deter all. 3. God shows his justice in discovering their wickedness, and laying it open before the Sun, that the horror of it may convince and deter all. crd np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp vvg po32 n1, cc vvg pn31 j p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi d. (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 16
168 While sins are carried on in the dark, and disguises are found to cover them, Men sin securely, While Sins Are carried on in the dark, and disguises Are found to cover them, Men sin securely, n1 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt j, cc n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, n2 vvb av-j, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 16
169 and conclude, that because the World doth not see, God will not. and conclude, that Because the World does not see, God will not. cc vvi, cst c-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi, np1 vmb xx. (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 16
170 But when their sins are discovered, and the hainousness of them laid before the World, to their shame, But when their Sins Are discovered, and the heinousness of them laid before the World, to their shame, p-acp c-crq po32 n2 vbr vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 vvd p-acp dt n1, p-acp po32 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 16
171 then they find, That there is a God that judgeth in the earth: They may plot against the righteous, then they find, That there is a God that Judgeth in the earth: They may plot against the righteous, cs pns32 vvb, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1: pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt j, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 16
172 and gnash on them with their teeth, but God shall laugh at them, as foreseeing that their day is coming. and gnash on them with their teeth, but God shall laugh At them, as Foreseeing that their day is coming. cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp vvg cst po32 n1 vbz vvg. (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 16
173 Little thought Saul to hear of his sparing idolatrous and persecuting Amalek by a Witches Familiar, but he hath it told him with a vengeance, Little Thought Saul to hear of his sparing idolatrous and persecuting Amalek by a Witches Familiar, but he hath it told him with a vengeance, av-j vvd np1 pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 j-vvg j cc vvg np1 p-acp dt n2 j-jn, p-acp pns31 vhz pn31 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 16
174 and Satan could tell him too, that as little as he thought of it, God would set David on the Throne, and establish him in it. and Satan could tell him too, that as little as he Thought of it, God would Set David on the Throne, and establish him in it. cc np1 vmd vvi pno31 av, cst p-acp j c-acp pns31 vvd pp-f pn31, np1 vmd vvi np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp pn31. (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 16
175 This was heavy Tydings, and the sense of God's being departed from him, and refusing to answer him, This was heavy Tidings, and the sense of God's being departed from him, and refusing to answer him, d vbds j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 vbg vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvg pc-acp vvi pno31, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 16
176 and the reproach of Hell it self for his former Enormities, strike him at the Heart, and the reproach of Hell it self for his former Enormities, strike him At the Heart, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1 p-acp po31 j n2, vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 16
177 and he falls into a fainting swoon out of mere anguish. and he falls into a fainting swoon out of mere anguish. cc pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1 av pp-f j n1. (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 16
178 4. The Justice of God is seen, in being an Enemy to Wicked Workers, and fighting against them: 4. The justice of God is seen, in being an Enemy to Wicked Workers, and fighting against them: crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, p-acp vbg dt n1 p-acp j n2, cc vvg p-acp pno32: (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 16
179 It is not to be expected that God should be an Enemy to their Enemies, and an Adversary to their Adversaries, who forsake his Commandments, and practice the contrary. It is not to be expected that God should be an Enemy to their Enemies, and an Adversary to their Adversaries, who forsake his commandments, and practice the contrary. pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn cst np1 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vvb po31 n2, cc vvi dt n-jn. (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 16
180 Would Men have him on their side, they must be stedfast on his; Would Men have him on their side, they must be steadfast on his; vmd n2 vhb pno31 p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp png31; (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 17
181 For God is with us whilst we are with him, but if we forsake him, he will cast us off for ever: For God is with us while we Are with him, but if we forsake him, he will cast us off for ever: p-acp np1 vbz p-acp pno12 cs pns12 vbr p-acp pno31, cc-acp cs pns12 vvb pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp av: (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 17
182 Whilst Saul acts by Samuel 's Direction, matters go pretty well with him, but when he stands upon his own Leggs, he reels and totters, his Spirit is in an hurry, betwixt anger and fear, While Saul acts by Samuel is Direction, matters go pretty well with him, but when he Stands upon his own Legs, he reels and totters, his Spirit is in an hurry, betwixt anger and Fear, cs np1 n2 p-acp np1 vbz n1, n2 vvb j av p-acp pno31, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d n2, pns31 vvz cc vvz, po31 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 17
183 and he is tossed with his own misgiving Imaginations; and he is tossed with his own misgiving Imaginations; cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 d n-vvg n2; (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 17
184 no honourable Exploit adorns his Government, but all goes on quite contrary, and at last he disgracefully falls upon his own Sword out of mere Despair. no honourable Exploit adorns his Government, but all Goes on quite contrary, and At last he disgracefully falls upon his own Sword out of mere Despair. dx j n1 vvz po31 n1, cc-acp d vvz a-acp av j-jn, cc p-acp ord pns31 av-j vvz p-acp po31 d n1 av pp-f j n1. (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 17
185 Behold now the Anguish he is in! Behold now the Anguish he is in! vvb av dt n1 pns31 vbz a-acp! (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 17
186 He hath no Anchor-hold, nor any Expectation of the favour of God, but a sad Indication of the contrary; He hath no Anchorhold, nor any Expectation of the favour of God, but a sad Indication of the contrary; pns31 vhz dx j, ccx d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn; (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 17
187 the sound of a shaking leaf terrifieth him, and tho' his Army on Gilboa are Men resolved to fight, the found of a shaking leaf terrifieth him, and though his Army on Gilboa Are Men resolved to fight, dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 vvz pno31, cc cs po31 n1 p-acp np1 vbr n2 vvn pc-acp vvi, (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 17
188 yet Many of them deserting, and going to David; and the rest having God against them, his Heart fails him, yet Many of them deserting, and going to David; and the rest having God against them, his Heart fails him, av d pp-f pno32 vvg, cc vvg p-acp np1; cc dt n1 vhg np1 p-acp pno32, po31 n1 vvz pno31, (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 17
189 and a detestable Amalekite, whose countrey he had partly spared, doth him the last desired Office, to let out his despairing Soul out of his dying Body. and a detestable Amalekite, whose country he had partly spared, does him the last desired Office, to let out his despairing Soul out of his dying Body. cc dt j n1, rg-crq n1 pns31 vhd av vvn, vdz pno31 dt ord vvd n1, pc-acp vvi av po31 j-vvg n1 av pp-f po31 j-vvg n1. (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 17
190 And thus God manifested himself to be a God of Justice, and that so eminently that all might see it. And thus God manifested himself to be a God of justice, and that so eminently that all might see it. cc av np1 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc cst av av-j cst d vmd vvi pn31. (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 17
191 Perhaps some Pretenders to Religion may blind their own Eyes, and when God's hand is lifted up will not see, but God may so far convince them, Perhaps Some Pretenders to Religion may blind their own Eyes, and when God's hand is lifted up will not see, but God may so Far convince them, av d n2 p-acp n1 vmb vvi po32 d n2, cc c-crq npg1 n1 vbz vvn a-acp vmb xx vvi, p-acp np1 vmb av av-j vvi pno32, (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 17
192 as to make them see, and be ashamed for their envy against his people, whom he delivers by their fall, whatever others will do is no great matter, all good Men are bound to take Notice of his Dealings, and to adore him accordingly. as to make them see, and be ashamed for their envy against his people, whom he delivers by their fallen, whatever Others will do is no great matter, all good Men Are bound to take Notice of his Dealings, and to adore him accordingly. c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi, cc vbi j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1, r-crq n2-jn vmb vdb vbz dx j n1, d j n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 n2-vvg, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av-vvg. (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 18
193 And this brings me to the last thing to be enquired into. And this brings me to the last thing to be inquired into. cc d vvz pno11 p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 18
194 IV. Let us now see, how God by his Justice on wicked Men, gives cause of Praise to his faithful Servants. IV. Let us now see, how God by his justice on wicked Men, gives cause of Praise to his faithful Servants. np1 vvb pno12 av vvi, c-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j n2, vvz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n2. (6) part (DIV2) 19 Page 18
195 Now this is manifest these Ways, Now this is manifest these Ways, av d vbz j d n2, (6) part (DIV2) 19 Page 18
196 1. By God's executing Justice on wicked Men, and by the return of their Wickedness upon their own Heads, makes way for the peace and security of his people, which is matter of Admiration and Praise. 1. By God's executing justice on wicked Men, and by the return of their Wickedness upon their own Heads, makes Way for the peace and security of his people, which is matter of Admiration and Praise. crd p-acp npg1 vvg n1 p-acp j n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp po32 d n2, vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbz n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (6) part (DIV2) 20 Page 18
197 Upon the fall of Saul we hear no more of the encouraging of Informers, nor any under an hazard for their adherence to God and his Ways: Upon the fallen of Saul we hear no more of the encouraging of Informers, nor any under an hazard for their adherence to God and his Ways: p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vvb av-dx dc pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f n2, ccx d p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2: (6) part (DIV2) 20 Page 18
198 There is now all possible Encouragement given to those that will cleave to God, and none have any cause to complain of Grievances for Religion's sake; There is now all possible Encouragement given to those that will cleave to God, and none have any cause to complain of Grievances for Religion's sake; pc-acp vbz av d j n1 vvn p-acp d cst vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc pix vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f n2 p-acp ng1 n1; (6) part (DIV2) 20 Page 18
199 only they who were Idolaters, or Apostates, find small Encouragement; but as for them, if they will complain, because they are straitned in their Desires, only they who were Idolaters, or Apostates, find small Encouragement; but as for them, if they will complain, Because they Are straitened in their Desires, av-j pns32 r-crq vbdr n2, cc n2, vvb j n1; cc-acp c-acp p-acp pno32, cs pns32 vmb vvi, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2, (6) part (DIV2) 20 Page 18
200 and fail of their Wishes, of having Idolatry promoted, let them grumble on: and fail of their Wishes, of having Idolatry promoted, let them grumble on: cc vvi pp-f po32 n2, pp-f vhg n1 vvn, vvb pno32 vvi a-acp: (6) part (DIV2) 20 Page 18
201 If God will rescue his from the Iron Hands of Persecutors, they have cause of Praise and Thansgiving to him. If God will rescue his from the Iron Hands of Persecutors, they have cause of Praise and Thanksgiving to him. cs np1 vmb vvi png31 p-acp dt n1 n2 pp-f n2, pns32 vhb n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (6) part (DIV2) 20 Page 18
202 When Constantinus Chlorus reigned, and gave ease to the Christians in this our Nation, who lately suffered the most horrid torments under Dioclesian, how do the delivered Christians rejoice, That they were not thought Criminals for Religion, and that their Churches were not defaced, nor they themselves persecuted: When Constantinus Chlorus reigned, and gave ease to the Christians in this our nation, who lately suffered the most horrid torments under Diocletian, how do the Delivered Christians rejoice, That they were not Thought Criminals for Religion, and that their Churches were not defaced, nor they themselves persecuted: c-crq np1 np1 vvd, cc vvd n1 p-acp dt njpg2 p-acp d po12 n1, r-crq av-j vvd dt av-ds j n2 p-acp np1, q-crq vdb dt vvd np1 vvi, cst pns32 vbdr xx vvn n2-jn p-acp n1, cc d po32 n2 vbdr xx vvn, ccx pns32 px32 vvn: (6) part (DIV2) 20 Page 19
203 But when his Son Constantine the Great reigned, and slew both Maxentius and Licinius, then they triumphed and rejoiced greatly; But when his Son Constantine the Great reigned, and slew both Maxentius and Licinius, then they triumphed and rejoiced greatly; cc-acp c-crq po31 n1 np1 dt j vvd, cc vvd d np1 cc np1, cs pns32 vvd cc vvd av-j; (6) part (DIV2) 20 Page 19
204 and that which administred cause of Joy, was, that they were at liberty, Religion in safety, and that which administered cause of Joy, was, that they were At liberty, Religion in safety, cc cst r-crq vvd n1 pp-f n1, vbds, cst pns32 vbdr p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, (6) part (DIV2) 20 Page 19
205 and that God had glorified his Justice on the most bloody Persecutors. and that God had glorified his justice on the most bloody Persecutors. cc cst np1 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n2. (6) part (DIV2) 20 Page 19
206 2. It is matter of Joy, That now a way is made for the propagation of Religion, 2. It is matter of Joy, That now a Way is made for the propagation of Religion, crd pn31 vbz n1 pp-f n1, cst av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 19
207 and the further spreading of it in the world. and the further spreading of it in the world. cc dt av-jc vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1. (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 19
208 When David was arrived at the Throne, he had indeed many Forreign Enemies, and very bloody but victorious Wars, When David was arrived At the Throne, he had indeed many Foreign Enemies, and very bloody but victorious Wars, c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhd av d j n2, cc av j p-acp j n2, (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 19
209 but this made many become Proselytes to the Jews, and some Forreign Potentates became his Confederates. but this made many become Proselytes to the jews, and Some Foreign Potentates became his Confederates. cc-acp d vvd d vvn n2 p-acp dt np2, cc d j n2 vvd po31 n2. (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 19
210 And certainly those that did so, did it not out of fear of his Conquering Arms, And Certainly those that did so, did it not out of Fear of his Conquering Arms, cc av-j d cst vdd av, vdd pn31 xx av pp-f n1 pp-f po31 j-vvg n2, (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 19
211 or to prevent being the next Morsel to his Ambition, but to confederate with him as the Captain of God's peculiar People: or to prevent being the next Morsel to his Ambition, but to confederate with him as the Captain of God's peculiar People: cc pc-acp vvi vbg dt ord n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp j-jn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1: (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 19
212 And that this is highly probable, Hiram 's granting so much Cedar, and so many Work men to the building of the Temple, And that this is highly probable, Hiram is granting so much Cedar, and so many Work men to the building of the Temple, cc cst d vbz av-j j, np1 vbz vvg av d n1, cc av d n1 n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 19
213 because he was ever a lover of David, is a clear demonstration. Because he was ever a lover of David, is a clear demonstration. c-acp pns31 vbds av dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt j n1. (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 19
214 And others also were not wanting to send him great Presents, which he dedicated towards the building of the Temple: And Others also were not wanting to send him great Presents, which he dedicated towards the building of the Temple: cc n2-jn av vbdr xx vvg pc-acp vvi pno31 j n2, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1: (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 20
215 So that Religion spread further and further, and David 's Government was an Enlargement to it. So that Religion spread further and further, and David is Government was an Enlargement to it. av d n1 vvd av-jc cc av-jc, cc np1 vbz n1 vbds dt n1 p-acp pn31. (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 20
216 When Constantine the Great had conquered the Pagan Emperors, then the Kingdoms of the Earth became the Kingdoms of the Lord, and of his Christ: When Constantine the Great had conquered the Pagan Emperor's, then the Kingdoms of the Earth became the Kingdoms of the Lord, and of his christ: c-crq np1 dt j vhd vvn dt j-jn n2, av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f po31 np1: (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 20
217 Then was the Church farther propagated, and Christianity was the Religion of the Empire; and though Satan by Divisions, Ambition and Heresies, did much hinder its Purity and Progress, Then was the Church farther propagated, and Christianity was the Religion of the Empire; and though Satan by Divisions, Ambition and Heresies, did much hinder its Purity and Progress, av vbds dt n1 av-jc vvn, cc np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cc cs np1 p-acp n2, n1 cc n2, vdd av-d vvi po31 n1 cc n1, (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 20
218 yet it got above all, and spread farther still, 'till it had eaten out the heart of Paganism it self. yet it god above all, and spread farther still, till it had eaten out the heart of Paganism it self. av pn31 vvd p-acp d, cc vvb av-jc av, p-acp pn31 vhd vvn av dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1. (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 20
219 I cannot say what will be for the future, but that the fall of wicked Men, I cannot say what will be for the future, but that the fallen of wicked Men, pns11 vmbx vvi r-crq vmb vbi p-acp dt j-jn, cc-acp cst dt n1 pp-f j n2, (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 20
220 and the Peace of Protestants, may be the Conviction of its blind Adversaries, and the occasion of re-establishing the persecuted Reformed Churches abroad, is my hearty and earnest Prayer. and the Peace of Protestants, may be the Conviction of its blind Adversaries, and the occasion of Reestablishing the persecuted Reformed Churches abroad, is my hearty and earnest Prayer. cc dt n1 pp-f n2, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f j dt vvn vvn n2 av, vbz po11 j cc j n1. (6) part (DIV2) 21 Page 20
221 And now I have dispatched these four Enquiries, what remains for me to do, but to apply this to our present Occasion; which I shall do thus, And now I have dispatched these four Enquiries, what remains for me to do, but to apply this to our present Occasion; which I shall do thus, cc av pns11 vhb vvn d crd n2, r-crq vvz p-acp pno11 pc-acp vdi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi d p-acp po12 j n1; r-crq pns11 vmb vdi av, (6) part (DIV2) 22 Page 20
222 1. This requires us to give God the Glory of his Mercy to us: 1. This requires us to give God the Glory of his Mercy to us: crd np1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12: (6) part (DIV2) 23 Page 20
223 Of his Mercy, I say, who hath preserved our Dear and Dread Sovereign from Impending Mischief; Of his Mercy, I say, who hath preserved our Dear and Dread Sovereign from Impending Mischief; pp-f po31 n1, pns11 vvb, r-crq vhz vvn po12 n-jn cc j j-jn p-acp vvg n1; (6) part (DIV2) 23 Page 20
224 who hath preserved our Religion, which was instituted by himelf, preserved by his miraculous handy-work, confirmed by the Blood of Martyrs, conserved by the stedfastness of its hearty followers, who hath preserved our Religion, which was instituted by himself, preserved by his miraculous handiwork, confirmed by the Blood of Martyrs, conserved by the steadfastness of its hearty followers, r-crq vhz vvn po12 n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp px31, vvn p-acp po31 j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2, (6) part (DIV2) 23 Page 21
225 and beloved of all that fear God: and Beloved of all that Fear God: cc vvn pp-f d cst vvb np1: (6) part (DIV2) 23 Page 21
226 Who hath kept us from being Slaves to the worst of Masters, and set us in a state of Liberty, under the security of our own Laws: Who hath kept us from being Slaves to the worst of Masters, and Set us in a state of Liberty, under the security of our own Laws: r-crq vhz vvn pno12 p-acp vbg n2 p-acp dt js pp-f n2, cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2: (6) part (DIV2) 23 Page 21
227 Who hath kept us still (as for many Ages we have been) an independent Kingdom, in which we are in bondage to none, Who hath kept us still (as for many Ages we have been) an independent Kingdom, in which we Are in bondage to none, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 av (c-acp p-acp d n2 pns12 vhb vbn) dt j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp pix, (6) part (DIV2) 23 Page 21
228 but may sit under our Vines and Figtrees in safety, under the Protection of our own righteous Laws and Sovereign: but may fit under our Vines and Figtrees in safety, under the Protection of our own righteous Laws and Sovereign: cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d j n2 cc j-jn: (6) part (DIV2) 23 Page 21
229 Who hath prevented our anxious care for Posterity, and our fears, lest they should be enthralled by idolatrous and cruel Lords: Who hath prevented our anxious care for Posterity, and our fears, lest they should be enthralled by idolatrous and cruel lords: r-crq vhz vvn po12 j n1 p-acp n1, cc po12 n2, cs pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp j cc j n2: (6) part (DIV2) 23 Page 21
230 In a word, who hath so far manifested himself to be our God, as that all the World must needs own, That underneath are the everlasting arms; though the Enemy hath pushed sore at us, yet hath he not prevailed; In a word, who hath so Far manifested himself to be our God, as that all the World must needs own, That underneath Are the everlasting arms; though the Enemy hath pushed soar At us, yet hath he not prevailed; p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhz av av-j vvn px31 pc-acp vbi po12 n1, c-acp cst d dt n1 vmb av vvi, cst a-acp vbr dt j n2; cs dt n1 vhz vvn av-j p-acp pno12, av vhz pns31 xx vvn; (6) part (DIV2) 23 Page 21
231 so that we may say, The Lord of Hosts is with us, the God of Jacob is our Refuge. so that we may say, The Lord of Hosts is with us, the God of Jacob is our Refuge. av cst pns12 vmb vvi, dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp pno12, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz po12 n1. (6) part (DIV2) 23 Page 21
232 2. Let us give Glory to God, who hath so eminently discovered and brought to light the hidden things of darkness, 2. Let us give Glory to God, who hath so eminently discovered and brought to Light the hidden things of darkness, crd vvb pno12 vvi n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vhz av av-j vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, (6) part (DIV2) 24 Page 21
233 and hath (as we hope and pray) brought the wickedness of the wicked to an end: and hath (as we hope and pray) brought the wickedness of the wicked to an end: cc vhz (c-acp pns12 vvb cc vvi) vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1: (6) part (DIV2) 24 Page 21
234 That the Wheel is turned upon our Adversaries, and that the Mischief designed is fallen upon their own Heads. That the Wheel is turned upon our Adversaries, and that the Mischief designed is fallen upon their own Heads. cst dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n2, cc cst dt n1 vvn vbz vvn p-acp po32 d n2. (6) part (DIV2) 24 Page 21
235 Were it barely to triumph over the miserable, I would forbear what I have here just cause to enlarge upon: Were it barely to triumph over the miserable, I would forbear what I have Here just cause to enlarge upon: vbdr pn31 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j, pns11 vmd vvi r-crq pns11 vhb av j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp: (6) part (DIV2) 24 Page 22
236 But least they should seem innocent, because but gently handled, and least silence in this case give them occasion to think themselves in the right; But lest they should seem innocent, Because but gently handled, and least silence in this case give them occasion to think themselves in the right; cc-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi j-jn, c-acp cc-acp av-j vvn, cc ds n1 p-acp d n1 vvi pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n-jn; (6) part (DIV2) 24 Page 22
237 and least the artificial Speech of one of the Criminals (whither his own, or the composure of a Party, let the concerned answer) should ensnare the compassionate or weak Mind of any, I will venture beyond my first intention, to say something farther; and lest the artificial Speech of one of the Criminals (whither his own, or the composure of a Party, let the concerned answer) should ensnare the compassionate or weak Mind of any, I will venture beyond my First intention, to say something farther; cc cs dt j n1 pp-f crd pp-f dt n2-jn (c-crq po31 d, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb dt vvn n1) vmd vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f d, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 ord n1, pc-acp vvi pi jc; (6) part (DIV2) 24 Page 22
238 God's Justice being essential to him, and deserving our Observation and Praise for the manifestation of it, hath most eminently shewed it self at this time, God's justice being essential to him, and deserving our Observation and Praise for the manifestation of it, hath most eminently showed it self At this time, npg1 n1 vbg j p-acp pno31, cc vvg po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vhz av-ds av-j vvd pn31 n1 p-acp d n1, (6) part (DIV2) 24 Page 22
239 and in this affair, of which there are these visible Foot-steps. 1. In punishing The most unnatural Conspiracy that could be: and in this affair, of which there Are these visible Footsteps. 1. In punishing The most unnatural conspiracy that could be: cc p-acp d n1, pp-f r-crq a-acp vbr d j n2. crd p-acp vvg dt av-ds j n1 cst vmd vbi: (6) part (DIV2) 24 Page 22
240 Had this succeeded, we had been an Aceldama, but by the prevention of it we enjoy all we have. Had this succeeded, we had been an Aceldama, but by the prevention of it we enjoy all we have. vhd d vvn, pns12 vhd vbn dt np1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 pns12 vvi d pns12 vhb. (6) part (DIV2) 25 Page 22
241 It was always held the highest Act of Perfidy, to betray whole Kingdoms, and those who were Enemies to their Native Countrey were held the worst of Monsters. It was always held the highest Act of Perfidy, to betray Whole Kingdoms, and those who were Enemies to their Native Country were held the worst of Monsters. pn31 vbds av vvn dt js n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi j-jn n2, cc d r-crq vbdr n2 p-acp po32 j-jn n1 vbdr vvn dt js pp-f n2. (6) part (DIV2) 25 Page 22
242 That Forreigners should gape for our Good Land, and wish to partake of its abundance, is no wonder; That Foreigners should gape for our Good Land, and wish to partake of its abundance, is no wonder; d n2 vmd vvi p-acp po12 j n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 n1, vbz dx n1; (6) part (DIV2) 25 Page 22
243 but that Natives, who have been nursed and bred in it, and have been protected by its Laws, but that Natives, who have been nursed and bred in it, and have been protected by its Laws, cc-acp d n2-jn, r-crq vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31, cc vhb vbn vvn p-acp po31 n2, (6) part (DIV2) 25 Page 22
244 and preserved by its Arms and Valour, should for an Humour betray it, is abhorred of all, even the most barbarous. and preserved by its Arms and Valour, should for an Humour betray it, is abhorred of all, even the most barbarous. cc vvd p-acp po31 n2 cc n1, vmd p-acp dt n1 vvb pn31, vbz vvn pp-f d, av dt av-ds j. (6) part (DIV2) 25 Page 23
245 God hath blest Men that would shew themselves valiant for their Countrey; God hath blessed Men that would show themselves valiant for their Country; np1 vhz vvn n2 cst vmd vvi px32 j p-acp po32 n1; (6) part (DIV2) 25 Page 23
246 for even Joab, who was none of the best Men, yet playing the man for his People, and the Cities of his God, was blest with an entire Victory. for even Joab, who was none of the best Men, yet playing the man for his People, and the Cities of his God, was blessed with an entire Victory. c-acp av np1, r-crq vbds pix pp-f dt js n2, av vvg dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1. (6) part (DIV2) 25 Page 23
247 But so hateful a sin is theirs, who would expose their Native Country to slaughter or slavery, that God always curseth it, But so hateful a since is theirs, who would expose their Native Country to slaughter or slavery, that God always Curseth it, p-acp av j dt n1 vbz png32, r-crq vmd vvi po32 j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cst np1 av vvz pn31, (6) part (DIV2) 25 Page 23
248 and in his Justice exposeth such to be a publick Victim to his Anger, that the whole may be preserved. and in his justice exposeth such to be a public Victim to his Anger, that the Whole may be preserved. cc p-acp po31 n1 vvz d pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst dt j-jn vmb vbi vvn. (6) part (DIV2) 25 Page 23
249 2. Their wickedness designed against Men's Souls, is highly detested and punished: Had their Project succeeded, many Souls must have been exposed to the Danger of Damnation. 2. Their wickedness designed against Men's Souls, is highly detested and punished: Had their Project succeeded, many Souls must have been exposed to the Danger of Damnation. crd po32 n1 vvn p-acp ng2 n2, vbz av-j vvn cc vvn: vhd po32 n1 vvd, d n2 vmb vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) part (DIV2) 26 Page 23
250 For, as for the Adult, they would have been put to the Trial, whether they would have revolted to Idolatry or not; For, as for the Adult, they would have been put to the Trial, whither they would have revolted to Idolatry or not; p-acp, c-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vmd vhi vvn p-acp n1 cc xx; (6) part (DIV2) 26 Page 23
251 and for Infants, and tender young ones, they must have been bred up in Ignorance and Idolatry, without the true Knowledge of God: and for Infants, and tender young ones, they must have been bred up in Ignorance and Idolatry, without the true Knowledge of God: cc p-acp n2, cc j j pi2, pns32 vmb vhi vbn vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1: (6) part (DIV2) 26 Page 23
252 And if any had made a demurr for a time, they would quickly have been cudgelled out of their Lives, or into Conformity: And if any had made a demur for a time, they would quickly have been cudgeled out of their Lives, or into Conformity: cc cs d vhd vvn dt vvi p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd av-j vhi vbn vvn av pp-f po32 n2, cc p-acp n1: (6) part (DIV2) 26 Page 23
253 The prophane and loose Protestants (who own a Religion, whose Principles are powerful enough to reform them) should have been exposed to Temptations too strong for their Ability to resist, The profane and lose Protestants (who own a Religion, whose Principles Are powerful enough to reform them) should have been exposed to Temptations too strong for their Ability to resist, dt j cc j n2 (r-crq d dt n1, rg-crq n2 vbr j av-d pc-acp vvi pno32) vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp n2 av j c-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi, (6) part (DIV2) 26 Page 24
254 and meeting with a Religion which would promise them Heaven, and a Life of Sin too, would soon have yielded; and meeting with a Religion which would promise them Heaven, and a Life of since too, would soon have yielded; cc vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmd vvi pno32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 av, vmd av vhi vvn; (6) part (DIV2) 26 Page 24
255 and thus a Door must have been opened to let in the Devil, to try what his Rage or Subtilty could do, and thus a Door must have been opened to let in the devil, to try what his Rage or Subtlety could do, cc av dt n1 vmb vhi vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq po31 n1 cc n1 vmd vdi, (6) part (DIV2) 26 Page 24
256 and fair leave given him by these Men to take what Souls he could catch, and themselves too, rather than fail of their Project: and fair leave given him by these Men to take what Souls he could catch, and themselves too, rather than fail of their Project: cc j n1 vvn pno31 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 pns31 vmd vvi, cc px32 av, av-c cs vvi pp-f po32 n1: (6) part (DIV2) 26 Page 24
257 And all this must be done on the score and pretence of Loyalty, as if Loyalty to Man (when yet there was none) superseeded Duty to God, And all this must be done on the score and pretence of Loyalty, as if Loyalty to Man (when yet there was none) superseeded Duty to God, cc d d vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cs n1 p-acp n1 (c-crq av a-acp vbds pi) j n1 p-acp np1, (6) part (DIV2) 26 Page 24
258 and gave leave to, yea, consecrated a Devotion to Hell it self. and gave leave to, yea, consecrated a Devotion to Hell it self. cc vvd n1 p-acp, uh, vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 pn31 n1. (6) part (DIV2) 26 Page 24
259 Certainly a power to damn Souls, or to expose them to Damnation, is frightful, and yet such would these Men, on the pretence of their false Loyalty, set up, in defiance to God, and their Allegiance to him: Certainly a power to damn Souls, or to expose them to Damnation, is frightful, and yet such would these Men, on the pretence of their false Loyalty, Set up, in defiance to God, and their Allegiance to him: av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, vbz j, cc av d vmd d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1, vvb a-acp, p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc po32 n1 p-acp pno31: (6) part (DIV2) 26 Page 24
260 But Justice could not bear this, and therefore pitty to the endangered hath secured them, and the wicked have drunk the Dreggs of the Cup they mingled. I add, But justice could not bear this, and Therefore pity to the endangered hath secured them, and the wicked have drunk the Dregs of the Cup they mingled. I add, cc-acp n1 vmd xx vvi d, cc av vvb p-acp dt vvn vhz vvn pno32, cc dt j vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvd. pns11 vvb, (6) part (DIV2) 26 Page 24
261 3. Let us in Thankfulness to God unite together with Heart and Hand to serve him, 3. Let us in Thankfulness to God unite together with Heart and Hand to serve him, crd vvb pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 vvb av p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (6) part (DIV2) 27 Page 24
262 and to preserve the Nation and Government, and our selves from their Attempts for the future. and to preserve the nation and Government, and our selves from their Attempts for the future. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1, cc po12 n2 p-acp po32 vvz p-acp dt j-jn. (6) part (DIV2) 27 Page 24
263 I am not ignorant what plausible Pretences are on foot at this day, to hinder our Union: I am not ignorant what plausible Pretences Are on foot At this day, to hinder our union: pns11 vbm xx j r-crq j n2 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n1: (6) part (DIV2) 27 Page 24
264 But for you, (my Beloved Auditors) you know that I have not been wanting on all fit Occasions, to confirm you against those That think to withstand the Kingdom of the Lord, in the hands of the Sons of David: But for you, (my beloved Auditors) you know that I have not been wanting on all fit Occasions, to confirm you against those That think to withstand the Kingdom of the Lord, in the hands of the Sons of David: cc-acp c-acp pn22, (po11 j-vvn n2) pn22 vvb cst pns11 vhb xx vbn vvg p-acp d j n2, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp d cst vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: (6) part (DIV2) 27 Page 25
265 That I shall not say any thing now on that account, nor do I need it: That I shall not say any thing now on that account, nor do I need it: cst pns11 vmb xx vvi d n1 av p-acp d n1, ccx vdb pns11 vvb pn31: (6) part (DIV2) 27 Page 25
266 Only because our present Union and Association is of so important consequence, and because, if we should not unite, we give the Enemy the most desired Advantages; Only Because our present union and Association is of so important consequence, and Because, if we should not unite, we give the Enemy the most desired Advantages; av-j c-acp po12 j n1 cc n1 vbz pp-f av j n1, cc c-acp, cs pns12 vmd xx vvi, pns12 vvb dt n1 dt av-ds j-vvn n2; (6) part (DIV2) 27 Page 25
267 and because some have Doubts cast in their way to stumble them, and others are stunned with the Noise of a Victorious Monarch to terrifie them, I will here answer their Objections: and Because Some have Doubts cast in their Way to Stumble them, and Others Are stunned with the Noise of a Victorious Monarch to terrify them, I will Here answer their Objections: cc c-acp d vhb n2 vvn p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc n2-jn vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, pns11 vmb av vvi po32 n2: (6) part (DIV2) 27 Page 25
268 1. It is said, that the Allegiance sworn to the Late King is still Obligatory, and so we cannot lawfully Associate: 1. It is said, that the Allegiance sworn to the Late King is still Obligatory, and so we cannot lawfully Associate: crd pn31 vbz vvn, cst dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 vbz av j, cc av pns12 vmbx av-j vvi: (6) part (DIV2) 28 Page 25
269 To this it may be truly said, that the Design of that Oath was to assert an Independency in this Kingdom on any Forreign Power, Civil or Ecclesiastical, To this it may be truly said, that the Design of that Oath was to assert an Independency in this Kingdom on any Foreign Power, Civil or Ecclesiastical, p-acp d pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbds p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d j n1, j cc j, (6) part (DIV2) 28 Page 25
270 and to abjure Popery in its Foundation, viz. The Supremacy of the Pope, both which our Association designs and intends; and to abjure Popery in its Foundation, viz. The Supremacy of the Pope, both which our Association designs and intends; cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d r-crq po12 n1 n2 cc vvz; (6) part (DIV2) 28 Page 25
271 and so the end of imposing that Oath at the first is answered in what we do now; and so the end of imposing that Oath At the First is answered in what we do now; cc av dt n1 pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp dt ord vbz vvn p-acp r-crq pns12 vdb av; (6) part (DIV2) 28 Page 25
272 and for the Person to whom it is said we made it, if the Oath be personal, we all know that he discharged it, and for the Person to whom it is said we made it, if the Oath be personal, we all know that he discharged it, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn pns12 vvd pn31, cs dt n1 vbb j, pns12 d vvb cst pns31 vvd pn31, (6) part (DIV2) 28 Page 25
273 and would not have it imposed for Popery's sake, and so disclaimed his own right in it: and would not have it imposed for Popery's sake, and so disclaimed his own right in it: cc vmd xx vhi pn31 vvn p-acp npg1 n1, cc av vvn po31 d j-jn p-acp pn31: (6) part (DIV2) 28 Page 26
274 He subverted a Fundamental Article of our Settlement in discharging it, and we prosecute the greatest and best ends of it in what we do now. He subverted a Fundamental Article of our Settlement in discharging it, and we prosecute the greatest and best ends of it in what we do now. pns31 vvn dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg pn31, cc pns12 vvb dt js cc js n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp r-crq pns12 vdb av. (6) part (DIV2) 28 Page 26
275 Nor can we by that Oath be obliged to admit the late King again, who refused to rule us himself, Nor can we by that Oath be obliged to admit the late King again, who refused to Rule us himself, ccx vmb pns12 p-acp d n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1 av, r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi pno12 n1, (6) part (DIV2) 28 Page 26
276 but stept over to France to fetch Fetters thence, to enslave us to the boundless Tyranny of that Monstrous Prince. but stepped over to France to fetch Fetters thence, to enslave us to the boundless Tyranny of that Monstrous Prince. cc-acp vvd a-acp p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n2 av, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f cst j n1. (6) part (DIV2) 28 Page 26
277 2. Others stumble at the term Revenge, used in this our Association: 2. Others Stumble At the term Revenge, used in this our Association: crd ng2-jn vvb p-acp dt n1 n1, vvn p-acp d po12 n1: (6) part (DIV2) 29 Page 26
278 Upon what reason they do it, whether out of meer Scruple of Conscience, or else to evade the performance of what is there under our Hands stipulated, they must answer. Upon what reason they do it, whither out of mere Scruple of Conscience, or Else to evade the performance of what is there under our Hands stipulated, they must answer. p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vdb pn31, cs av pp-f j n1 pp-f n1, cc av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp po12 n2 vvn, pns32 vmb vvi. (6) part (DIV2) 29 Page 26
279 Certainly that term here used, neither means the usurping the Magistrate's Power, nor the personal Revenge of malitious Men; Certainly that term Here used, neither means the usurping the Magistrate's Power, nor the personal Revenge of malicious Men; av-j d n1 av vvn, av-dx vvz dt j-vvg dt npg1 n1, ccx dt j n1 pp-f j n2; (6) part (DIV2) 29 Page 26
280 but only that as Subjects of the Government, and as Citizens of the Common-wealth, we will to our power do all we can, to bring to Punishment all those Malefactors that shall labour to destroy our present Settlement. but only that as Subject's of the Government, and as Citizens of the Commonwealth, we will to our power do all we can, to bring to Punishment all those Malefactors that shall labour to destroy our present Settlement. cc-acp av-j cst c-acp n2-jn pp-f dt n1, cc c-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb p-acp po12 n1 vdb d pns12 vmb, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 d d n2 cst vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po12 j n1. (6) part (DIV2) 29 Page 26
281 We must expound that term from the occasion of using it, viz. The greatest of Treasons, We must expound that term from the occasion of using it, viz. The greatest of Treasons, pns12 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31, n1 dt js pp-f n2, (6) part (DIV2) 29 Page 26
282 and worst of Conspiracies that was ever plotted against this Government and Nation; and worst of Conspiracies that was ever plotted against this Government and nation; cc js pp-f n2 cst vbds av vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1; (6) part (DIV2) 29 Page 26
283 and then we shall be easily able to see, that this imports no more, than that we will lend our Hands to the Magistrate, to suppress Traitors and Invaders, this being the way to deterr them from attempting the like for the future; and then we shall be Easily able to see, that this imports no more, than that we will lend our Hands to the Magistrate, to suppress Traitors and Invaders, this being the Way to deter them from attempting the like for the future; cc cs pns12 vmb vbi av-j j pc-acp vvi, cst d vvz av-dx av-dc, cs cst po12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2, d vbg dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg dt j p-acp dt j-jn; (6) part (DIV2) 29 Page 27
284 and all this the Law of God, Nature, and the Nation binds us to, whether we Associate or not. and all this the Law of God, Nature, and the nation binds us to, whither we Associate or not. cc d d dt n1 pp-f np1, n1, cc dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp, cs pns12 vvi cc xx. (6) part (DIV2) 29 Page 27
285 I will now add something to enforce our Union, and so conclude. I will now add something to enforce our union, and so conclude. pns11 vmb av vvi pi pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc av vvi. (6) part (DIV2) 30 Page 27
286 I say then, That none can stand bound in Conscience to any Prince, to comply with a Religion contrary to the Bible; I say then, That none can stand bound in Conscience to any Prince, to comply with a Religion contrary to the bible; pns11 vvb av, cst pix vmb vvi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 j-jn p-acp dt n1; (6) part (DIV2) 31 Page 27
287 nor will any personal Oath bind us to him who disclaims the very Oath it self, nor will any personal Oath bind us to him who disclaims the very Oath it self, ccx vmb d j n1 vvb pno12 p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz dt j n1 pn31 n1, (6) part (DIV2) 31 Page 27
288 and by dispensing with it dischargeth it. and by dispensing with it dischargeth it. cc p-acp vvg p-acp pn31 vvz pn31. (6) part (DIV2) 31 Page 27
289 None is in Conscience engaged to enthrall his Countrey, or surrender it to Forreign, Cruel Lords; None is in Conscience engaged to enthral his Country, or surrender it to Foreign, Cruel lords; np1 vbz p-acp n1 vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp j, j n2; (6) part (DIV2) 31 Page 27
290 none is obliged to enslave Posterity, and deliver them up to perpetual Bondage, and for our uniting for common preservation and sustaining our present Government, 'tis no more than what at this time is highly necessary. none is obliged to enslave Posterity, and deliver them up to perpetual Bondage, and for our uniting for Common preservation and sustaining our present Government, it's no more than what At this time is highly necessary. pi vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp j n1, cc p-acp po12 n-vvg p-acp j n1 cc vvg po12 j n1, pn31|vbz dx dc cs r-crq p-acp d n1 vbz av-j j. (6) part (DIV2) 31 Page 27
291 The Example of the best Men in Scripture-times may well be followed: The Exampl of the best Men in Scripture times may well be followed: dt n1 pp-f dt js n2 p-acp n2 vmb av vbi vvn: (6) part (DIV2) 31 Page 27
292 And we read that tho' Saul was alive, and David but his Son-in-law, yet because Saul had destroyed Religion, Liberty and Property, many thousands associated and went to David; some when he was at Ziklag, a year at least before Saul 's Death; And we read that though Saul was alive, and David but his Son-in-law, yet Because Saul had destroyed Religion, Liberty and Property, many thousands associated and went to David; Some when he was At Ziklag, a year At least before Saul is Death; cc pns12 vvb cst cs np1 vbds j, cc np1 p-acp po31 n1, av c-acp np1 vhd vvn n1, n1 cc n1, d crd vvn cc vvd p-acp np1; d c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp np1, dt n1 p-acp ds p-acp np1 vbz n1; (6) part (DIV2) 31 Page 28
293 some when he was in the strong-hold in the Wilderness; and some when he returned from Achish, before the Battel on Gilboa, as he was going to Ziklag; Some when he was in the stronghold in the Wilderness; and Some when he returned from Achish, before the Battle on Gilboa, as he was going to Ziklag; d c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt j p-acp dt n1; cc d c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp j, p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vbds vvg p-acp np1; (6) part (DIV2) 31 Page 28
294 and as they fell to him, so they associated with him against all his Enemies; and as they fell to him, so they associated with him against all his Enemies; cc c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pno31, av pns32 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d po31 n2; (6) part (DIV2) 31 Page 28
295 for thus they say, Thine are we, David, and on thy side, thou son of Jesse; for thus they say, Thine Are we, David, and on thy side, thou son of Jesse; c-acp av pns32 vvb, po21 vbr pns12, np1, cc p-acp po21 n1, pns21 n1 pp-f np1; (6) part (DIV2) 31 Page 28
296 peace, peace be unto thee, and peace be to thy Helpers, for thy God helpeth thee: peace, peace be unto thee, and peace be to thy Helpers, for thy God Helpeth thee: n1, n1 vbb p-acp pno21, cc n1 vbb p-acp po21 n2, p-acp po21 n1 vvz pno21: (6) part (DIV2) 31 Page 28
297 And if this were warrantable in them, our Circumstances will make it not only not culpable, but necessary. FINIS. And if this were warrantable in them, our circumstances will make it not only not culpable, but necessary. FINIS. cc cs d vbdr j p-acp pno32, po12 n2 vmb vvi pn31 xx j xx j, cc-acp j. fw-la. (6) part (DIV2) 31 Page 28

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