A sermon preach'd before the convocation of the Bishops and clergy of the province of Canterbury at Westminster, Novemb. the 18th, 1689 by William Beveridge ; printed in Latin by the Bishops command ; made English by J.G.
and likewise malicious Enemies surrounded, we all indeed see and grievously resent; but no wonder, considering we are well assured, that this has been almost the constant,
and likewise malicious Enemies surrounded, we all indeed see and grievously resent; but no wonder, considering we Are well assured, that this has been almost the constant,
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For if we peruse all the Ecclesiastick Histories, derived down to us from the very times of the Apostles, we shall find no Age, wherein the Catholick Church has not been molested, either by Hereticks, or Schismaticks, or both together.
For if we peruse all the Ecclesiastic Histories, derived down to us from the very times of the Apostles, we shall find no Age, wherein the Catholic Church has not been molested, either by Heretics, or Schismatics, or both together.
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But truly such is the love of our God to his Ground, such the benevolence of the Almighty towards his Church, that he'le ne're permit the Wheat to be suffocated by the Tares, the Evangelical Doctrine by Heresy, and Discipline by Schism.
But truly such is the love of our God to his Ground, such the benevolence of the Almighty towards his Church, that he'll never permit the Wheat to be suffocated by the Tares, the Evangelical Doctrine by Heresy, and Discipline by Schism.
But we in the mean while relying on Divine assistance, fly to God alone, daily beseeching him in the name of his only begotten Son, that he wou'd vouchsafe to defend,
But we in the mean while relying on Divine assistance, fly to God alone, daily beseeching him in the name of his only begotten Son, that he would vouchsafe to defend,
And he has been so propicious to our Prayers, contrary to our Deserts, in wonderfully delivering Us at least from one sort of our Adversaries, to wit, the Popish Recusants,
And he has been so propicious to our Prayers, contrary to our Deserts, in wonderfully delivering Us At least from one sort of our Adversaries, to wit, the Popish Recusants,
Now that some remedy at length may be opportunely apply'd even to these diseases, His most Serene Majesty has been pleased, doubtless by Divine inspiration, to assemble the Bishops,
Now that Some remedy At length may be opportunely applied even to these diseases, His most Serene Majesty has been pleased, doubtless by Divine inspiration, to assemble the Bishops,
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and whole Clergy of this Kingdom, that they may consult by what methods these pernicious differences may at last be so composed, our Church loosing nothing of its Purity,
and Whole Clergy of this Kingdom, that they may consult by what methods these pernicious differences may At last be so composed, our Church losing nothing of its Purity,
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yet we must not despair, if so that God be present, and influence our undertakings? And indeed we have so ofteen experienced his singular Providence in defending our Church, that we have no reason to doubt,
yet we must not despair, if so that God be present, and influence our undertakings? And indeed we have so ofteen experienced his singular Providence in defending our Church, that we have no reason to doubt,
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For truly God has left these to be us'd in every particular Church, according to those general Rules he has deliver'd in the Holy Scriptures for that purpose:
For truly God has left these to be used in every particular Church, according to those general Rules he has Delivered in the Holy Scriptures for that purpose:
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But what if a Contention shou'd arise between two Provincial Churches, or between divers Members of the same Province concerning any Ceremony, have we no Precept nor Example in the Holy Scriptures to stifle it? 'Tis true, we have an Example, which shou'd indeed have the force of a Precept, in as much as 'tis prescrib'd by the Holy Spirit of God;
But what if a Contention should arise between two Provincial Churches, or between diverse Members of the same Province Concerning any Ceremony, have we no Precept nor Exampl in the Holy Scriptures to stifle it? It's true, we have an Exampl, which should indeed have the force of a Precept, in as much as it's prescribed by the Holy Spirit of God;
Therefore in the first place you are to take notice, That there were among the Disturbers of the Corinthian Church newly setled, those who held it decent for Men to be conversant in Publick Meetings, with their Heads cover'd, but Women uncover'd:
Therefore in the First place you Are to take notice, That there were among the Disturbers of the Corinthian Church newly settled, those who held it decent for Men to be conversant in Public Meetings, with their Heads covered, but Women uncovered:
Now the Apostle in this Chapter, from the First to the Sixteenth Verse, copiously reasons against this Custom, which some at that time began to introduce;
Now the Apostle in this Chapter, from the First to the Sixteenth Verse, copiously Reasons against this Custom, which Some At that time began to introduce;
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He argues first from Divine Testimony, not indeed directly, but by implication, for as much as it appears from the Word of God, that Man is the Image and Glory of God,
He argues First from Divine Testimony, not indeed directly, but by implication, for as much as it appears from the Word of God, that Man is the Image and Glory of God,
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But in the last place, he produces his clearest Argument compris'd in these words, But if any Man seem to be contentious, we have no such custom, neither the Churches of God.
But in the last place, he produces his Clearest Argument comprised in these words, But if any Man seem to be contentious, we have no such custom, neither the Churches of God.
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yet there's one Argument behind, by which both he and all Christians must of necessity confess themselves convicted, which is this, That we have no such custom, neither the Churches of God :
yet there's one Argument behind, by which both he and all Christians must of necessity confess themselves convicted, which is this, That we have no such custom, neither the Churches of God:
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but Women to cover their Heads when they join in the Service of God. I know that these words of the Apostle are interpreted a little otherwise by some:
but Women to cover their Heads when they join in the Service of God. I know that these words of the Apostle Are interpreted a little otherwise by Some:
But besides that, admitting this Exposition, the Apostle wou'd contradict himself, because in this very place he sharply disputes with the Corinthians: Again,
But beside that, admitting this Exposition, the Apostle would contradict himself, Because in this very place he sharply disputes with the Corinthians: Again,
and so conspicuous and manifest, that it requires no further explication, that the Apostle disputing concerning an Ecclesiastick Ceremony with the Corinthian Church, appeals to the Custom of the other Churches of God.
and so conspicuous and manifest, that it requires no further explication, that the Apostle disputing Concerning an Ecclesiastic Ceremony with the Corinthian Church, appeals to the Custom of the other Churches of God.
Nevertheless, this one thing we may note, That these words, NONLATINALPHABET, are read in some Greek Manuscripts in the singular Number, NONLATINALPHABET,
Nevertheless, this one thing we may note, That these words,, Are read in Some Greek Manuscripts in the singular Number,,
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These Words of the Apostle being thus concisely explain'd, fore-shew a plain and safe way to us by which we may proceed in the determination of all such Cases.
These Words of the Apostle being thus concisely explained, foreshow a plain and safe Way to us by which we may proceed in the determination of all such Cases.
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For the illustration whereof, we must observe, That in all Ages even from our Saviour's Passion, several Provincial Churches have been constituted in the greatest part of the World;
For the illustration whereof, we must observe, That in all Ages even from our Saviour's Passion, several Provincial Churches have been constituted in the greatest part of the World;
But that every Church may be rightly constituted, so as to be made a sound Member of the Catholick, 'tis absolutely necessary for her to conform her self to that in all things,
But that every Church may be rightly constituted, so as to be made a found Member of the Catholic, it's absolutely necessary for her to conform her self to that in all things,
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Forasmuch as all other Churches should have no such, but a quite contrary Custom. But if any man, says he, seem to be contentious, we have no such custom; neither the Churches of God.
Forasmuch as all other Churches should have no such, but a quite contrary Custom. But if any man, Says he, seem to be contentious, we have no such custom; neither the Churches of God.
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Now if the Church of Corinth, was not oblig'd to accommodate her self to, and observe the Rites of all the other Churches, this Argument of the Apostle would be of no weight.
Now if the Church of Corinth, was not obliged to accommodate her self to, and observe the Rites of all the other Churches, this Argument of the Apostle would be of no weight.
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For if any neglect the observance of them, he is by this infallible Argument, convinc'd of a grievous Error and Schism. Neither is it possible for him to defend himself by any Pretence:
For if any neglect the observance of them, he is by this infallible Argument, convinced of a grievous Error and Schism. Neither is it possible for him to defend himself by any Pretence:
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since God himself dictated this Argument to the Apostle, and from thence it necessarily follows, That 'tis the Will of God that every Provincial Church should conform to the Universal:
since God himself dictated this Argument to the Apostle, and from thence it necessarily follows, That it's the Will of God that every Provincial Church should conform to the Universal:
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For althô each Member is able, perhaps to suffer some humane affliction, which yet all have done conjointly at all times, it cou'd scarcely proceed from any thing less than a common (if I may so say) Principle of all things,
For althô each Member is able, perhaps to suffer Some humane affliction, which yet all have done conjointly At all times, it could scarcely proceed from any thing less than a Common (if I may so say) Principle of all things,
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For whatsoever the Apostles in the first institution of the Churches delivered for their observation, is undoubtedly necessary to their legitimate constitution.
For whatsoever the Apostles in the First Institution of the Churches Delivered for their observation, is undoubtedly necessary to their legitimate constitution.
For otherwise they must have appointed something superfluous, which can't be alledg'd against the Apostles, considering that they have instituted nothing in the Church,
For otherwise they must have appointed something superfluous, which can't be alleged against the Apostles, considering that they have instituted nothing in the Church,
Now if such general Rites were not by Apostolick appointment, how cou'd they every where come into Chucrhes so far distant from each others? Cou'd they from General Councils? For that indeed remains to be spoken to.
Now if such general Rites were not by Apostolic appointment, how could they every where come into Chucrhes so Far distant from each Others? Could they from General Councils? For that indeed remains to be spoken to.
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whereby we may understand, that things recommended, and decreed either by the Apostles, or General Councils, (whose authority the Church venerates) are retain'd.
whereby we may understand, that things recommended, and decreed either by the Apostles, or General Councils, (whose Authority the Church venerates) Are retained.
It remains therefore, that we attribute them only to Apostolical Institution, according to that common rule of the same Learned Father, who says, That the Ʋniversal Church holds not what's instituted by Councils,
It remains Therefore, that we attribute them only to Apostolical Institution, according to that Common Rule of the same Learned Father, who Says, That the Ʋniversal Church holds not what's instituted by Councils,
This appears from hence, that in times past, if any Controversy arose concerning any Ecclesiastical Rite, which some peculiar Church had receiv'd, 'twas always customary to enquire into the Practice of the Universal;
This appears from hence, that in times past, if any Controversy arose Concerning any Ecclesiastical Rite, which Some peculiar Church had received, 'twas always customary to inquire into the Practice of the Universal;
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and her constant usage touching that Rite, and afterwards to give in their Verdict. Examples are very obvious, how ever I'le chuse one for the present.
and her constant usage touching that Rite, and afterwards to give in their Verdict. Examples Are very obvious, how ever I'll choose one for the present.
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For the Church of Asia contended with the Jews, that 'twas to be celebrated on the fourteenth day after the appearance of the Moon, let it fall on whatsoever Holy-day of the Week it would.
For the Church of Asia contended with the jews, that 'twas to be celebrated on the fourteenth day After the appearance of the Moon, let it fallen on whatsoever Holiday of the Week it would.
This controversie continued for many Years, till at length 'twas complain'd of in the general Council held at Nice. Where 'twas prov'd, that all other Churches,
This controversy continued for many years, till At length 'twas complained of in the general Council held At Nicaenae. Where 'twas proved, that all other Churches,
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except that of Asia, us'd to celebrate that Feast on the Lord's day, and for that reason all the Fathers, that were present at that Synod, thought it fit,
except that of Asia, used to celebrate that Feast on the Lord's day, and for that reason all the Father's, that were present At that Synod, Thought it fit,
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From whence it appears that the Nicene Fathers us'd the same arguments against the Asian Church, that the Apostle do's against the Corinthian, which he deduces from the Custom of all the other Churches.
From whence it appears that the Nicene Father's used the same Arguments against the Asian Church, that the Apostle do's against the Corinthian, which he deduces from the Custom of all the other Churches.
But Epiphanius brings it against all Hereticks, and likewise Schismaticks, condemning them all of Heresie, that either in Doctrine or Discipline Apostatize from the Universal Church.
But Epiphanius brings it against all Heretics, and likewise Schismatics, condemning them all of Heresy, that either in Doctrine or Discipline Apostatise from the Universal Church.
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when occasion serves, repress all the adversaries of our Church; even the Romanists themselves, who assuming the Name of Catholicks, do insolently Glory in it.
when occasion serves, repress all the Adversaries of our Church; even the Romanists themselves, who assuming the Name of Catholics, do insolently Glory in it.
and lately innovated so many superstitious Ceremonies, either rejected, or unknown to the Universal, and is at this day so imperious in her commands, that she only deserves the name of a most corrupted, much less Catholick Church.
and lately innovated so many superstitious Ceremonies, either rejected, or unknown to the Universal, and is At this day so imperious in her commands, that she only deserves the name of a most corrupted, much less Catholic Church.
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But omitting these things, as not pertinent to this place, let's rather advance those things which we have hitherto discours'd, that we may the better accomplish the Business in hand.
But omitting these things, as not pertinent to this place, let's rather advance those things which we have hitherto discoursed, that we may the better accomplish the Business in hand.
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Now then 'tis apparent from what we have already premis'd, how expedient it is, that Ancient Rites and Manners observ'd hitherto by the Universal, that the same should also now be observ'd by every particular Church.
Now then it's apparent from what we have already premised, how expedient it is, that Ancient Rites and Manners observed hitherto by the Universal, that the same should also now be observed by every particular Church.
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As for instance, in this very Kingdom there are divers Corporations, Burroughs, and other inferiour Fraternities, all which are impower'd to give Laws to themselves, and to their Members;
As for instance, in this very Kingdom there Are diverse Corporations, Burroughs, and other inferior Fraternities, all which Are Empowered to give Laws to themselves, and to their Members;
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and every where throughout the whole Christian World, and for that reason are still to be observ'd by all Churches, that are desirous of holding a firm Union, and Communion with the Universal.
and every where throughout the Whole Christian World, and for that reason Are still to be observed by all Churches, that Are desirous of holding a firm union, and Communion with the Universal.
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For if any Church shall abolish any one of these Rites, or constitute any thing contrary to them, the same will thereby be depriv'd of that Custom, which all the other Churches of God enjoy.
For if any Church shall Abolah any one of these Rites, or constitute any thing contrary to them, the same will thereby be deprived of that Custom, which all the other Churches of God enjoy.
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how just, and equitable it is, that (for instance) our, or any other Provincial Church, shou'd religiously observe all such Rites, which, 'tis certain, all other Churches have observ'd:
how just, and equitable it is, that (for instance) our, or any other Provincial Church, should religiously observe all such Rites, which, it's certain, all other Churches have observed:
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For that reason I've forbore mentioning the least of them in this place, for fear I shou'd seem to anticipate your more discerning Judgments in these Affairs.
For that reason I've forbore mentioning the least of them in this place, for Fear I should seem to anticipate your more discerning Judgments in these Affairs.
yet they were always forc'd to add others to the Canons of the Church, that were adapted to the form and modes of that Kingdom or Province wherein each Church was situated:
yet they were always forced to add Others to the Canonas of the Church, that were adapted to the from and modes of that Kingdom or Province wherein each Church was situated:
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For which reason almost all the Canons, published hitherto by Provincial, or General Councils are instituted only for such things, that make for the external Discipline, and Peace of the Church.
For which reason almost all the Canonas, published hitherto by Provincial, or General Councils Are instituted only for such things, that make for the external Discipline, and Peace of the Church.
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Besides 'tis customary in all the Churches of God to ratify such Canons, as they make, with Ecclesiastick Penances, to prevent impunity, when they are violated.
Beside it's customary in all the Churches of God to ratify such Canonas, as they make, with Ecclesiastic Penances, to prevent impunity, when they Are violated.
For neither has the Church ever esteem'd those worthy of the Sacred Ministry, nor these of her Communion, who refuse to obey Laws written as well for theirs, as its own advantage.
For neither has the Church ever esteemed those worthy of the Sacred Ministry, nor these of her Communion, who refuse to obey Laws written as well for theirs, as its own advantage.
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Doubtless, all such Laws of Provincial Churches, whereof we now speak, are constituted pro hic & nunc, (if I may be allow'd to speak barbarously here) that is, with respect to time, and place.
Doubtless, all such Laws of Provincial Churches, whereof we now speak, Are constituted Pro hic & nunc, (if I may be allowed to speak barbarously Here) that is, with respect to time, and place.
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But truly no Church ever did, or must do this without cogent Necessity. For every unnecessary alteration in Ecclesiastick Laws, stigmatizes the Church with inconstancy;
But truly no Church ever did, or must do this without cogent Necessity. For every unnecessary alteration in Ecclesiastic Laws, stigmatizes the Church with inconstancy;
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as is otherwise insuperable, and which is so manifest and apparent to the Eyes of all, that none may see a change, without seeing great Reason, and Necessity for it.
as is otherwise insuperable, and which is so manifest and apparent to the Eyes of all, that none may see a change, without seeing great Reason, and Necessity for it.
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I say, If any one thinks these necessary, certainly he must likewise think it necessary to admit of such Alterations as in his Opinion are most conducive to this purpose:
I say, If any one thinks these necessary, Certainly he must likewise think it necessary to admit of such Alterations as in his Opinion Are most conducive to this purpose:
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Whilst only those things are chang'd, which our Church has constituted by her Authority, not those, which the Universal Church has Establish'd by her Common Law.
While only those things Are changed, which our Church has constituted by her authority, not those, which the Universal Church has Established by her Common Law.
and reverence) such their Piety and Religion, such their divinely inspir'd Prudence, that, thinking it as necessary to keep firm Communion with the Catholick,
and Reverence) such their Piety and Religion, such their divinely inspired Prudence, that, thinking it as necessary to keep firm Communion with the Catholic,
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as to recede from the Roman Church, renouncing all her Superstitious Innovations, they themselves religiously preserv'd whatever had been approv'd by all the Churches of God;
as to recede from the Roman Church, renouncing all her Superstitious Innovations, they themselves religiously preserved whatever had been approved by all the Churches of God;
Let us leave no means unattempted, to make all English-men to be of the Church of England. Let us endeavour all we can, to make her Faith, her Worship,
Let us leave no means unattempted, to make all Englishmen to be of the Church of England. Let us endeavour all we can, to make her Faith, her Worship,
and her Discipline, if possible, the wonder of the whole world, and she her self perpetual, by whose guidance we of this Kingdom may obtain everlasting Salvation thro' Christ, till his second coming.
and her Discipline, if possible, the wonder of the Whole world, and she her self perpetual, by whose guidance we of this Kingdom may obtain everlasting Salvation through christ, till his second coming.
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and assigning such a preparation for it to the advantage of this our Church. If this Convocation shall be so pleas'd, to whose disposal all things are left.
and assigning such a preparation for it to the advantage of this our Church. If this Convocation shall be so pleased, to whose disposal all things Are left.
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But whilst we are considering of these things, we call to mind the ancient Customs observ'd by all God's Churches, in the calm and sedate Celebration of their Synods:
But while we Are considering of these things, we call to mind the ancient Customs observed by all God's Churches, in the Cam and sedate Celebration of their Synods:
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But let all be done with that agreement, and consent, as becomes Christians, Clergy-men, and more especially all us of the Church of England, when we consult about the Establishment of her Peace.
But let all be done with that agreement, and consent, as becomes Christians, Clergymen, and more especially all us of the Church of England, when we consult about the Establishment of her Peace.
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Whatsoever we do, let it be done by universal Approbation, That in this we may truly say with the Apostle, If any man seem to be contentious, we have no such custom, neither the Churches of God.
Whatsoever we do, let it be done by universal Approbation, That in this we may truly say with the Apostle, If any man seem to be contentious, we have no such custom, neither the Churches of God.
Let your light so shine before men, that they seeing your good works, may glorify your Father in Heaven? Let all see and admire the eminent Sanctity of the Church of England in producing men most holy.
Let your Light so shine before men, that they seeing your good works, may Glorify your Father in Heaven? Let all see and admire the eminent Sanctity of the Church of England in producing men most holy.
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