Vlastēma ex hypsous, or, The best vvisdome propounded to the gentry of Suffolk in a sermon at Ipswich : prepared for the 9th of April, 1660, the day of election of Knights of the shire for the afore-said county, but preached the morning after / by Benjamin Bruning ...
Tertullian terms them, alicujus sapientiae animalia, a sort of animals wise in their kind, and whilst they professed themselves wise (saith St. Paul, ) they became fools, Rom. 1.22.
Tertullian terms them, alicujus sapientiae animalia, a sort of animals wise in their kind, and while they professed themselves wise (Says Saint Paul,) they became Fools, Rom. 1.22.
Now because true wisdome was so scarce, and its counterfeit so common, and consequently so hard to convince a man that wants wisdome, that he is unwise;
Now Because true Wisdom was so scarce, and its counterfeit so Common, and consequently so hard to convince a man that Wants Wisdom, that he is unwise;
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good for nothing, but to breed envy, strife, confusion, and every evil work, as is intimated, verse 16, Oh! how many wise men would there be in the world, were it not for a But in the 17th verse, concerning another kind of wisdome, But the wisdome that is from above is first pure,
good for nothing, but to breed envy, strife, confusion, and every evil work, as is intimated, verse 16, Oh! how many wise men would there be in the world, were it not for a But in the 17th verse, Concerning Another kind of Wisdom, But the Wisdom that is from above is First pure,
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but this is only to be found in the Garden of the Lord, and it is flos inversus, a flower of admirable fragrancy, that hath its root in heaven, it is from above.
but this is only to be found in the Garden of the Lord, and it is flos inversus, a flower of admirable fragrancy, that hath its root in heaven, it is from above.
the strict definition of wisdome, as distinct from prudence, giuen by Philosophers, and School-men in their Ethical discourses, it don't much concern my Text,
the strict definition of Wisdom, as distinct from prudence, given by Philosophers, and Schoolmen in their Ethical discourses, it don't much concern my Text,
God's revealed Will, or the Scripture, which our Saviour in one of his Quotations calls by the name of Wisdome. (Luke 11.49. Therefore said the Wisdome of God, that is the Scripture;) this may be tearmed, sapientia docens teaching wisdom;
God's revealed Will, or the Scripture, which our Saviour in one of his Quotations calls by the name of Wisdom. (Lycia 11.49. Therefore said the Wisdom of God, that is the Scripture;) this may be termed, sapientia Teaching teaching Wisdom;
but then there is the gift or grace of wisdome that rules the judgments, and actions of men, according to the rule of the word, this may be tearmed sapientia utens, using or practising wisdome.
but then there is the gift or grace of Wisdom that rules the Judgments, and actions of men, according to the Rule of the word, this may be termed sapientia utens, using or practising Wisdom.
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Now this wisdome from above, 'tis first pure, then peaceable; NONLATINALPHABET, pure, peaceable; there is the properties of wisdome in the matter of them:
Now this Wisdom from above, it's First pure, then peaceable;, pure, peaceable; there is the properties of Wisdom in the matter of them:
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which according to known and received rules for understanding the Commandments, condemns all manner of corrupt worship, under the express mention of one more notorious kind of it,
which according to known and received rules for understanding the commandments, condemns all manner of corrupt worship, under the express mention of one more notorious kind of it,
Here it is that the Lord represents himself a jealous God, jealousie saith Solomon, is the rage of a man, what is jealousie then in God? and jealousie you know will not only be stirr'd by gross uncleanness, but by wanton dalliances.
Here it is that the Lord represents himself a jealous God, jealousy Says Solomon, is the rage of a man, what is jealousy then in God? and jealousy you know will not only be stirred by gross uncleanness, but by wanton dalliances.
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And because the wisdome of man is so apt to judge its own contrivances in God's worship a fruit of love to him, the Lord names it a a hating of him. As much as you make of your right eyes, none of you can be so tender of them,
And Because the Wisdom of man is so apt to judge its own contrivances in God's worship a fruit of love to him, the Lord names it a a hating of him. As much as you make of your right eyes, none of you can be so tender of them,
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Were there then any meer positive inst•tutions mingled in God's worship, with Gods approbation, unless such as had divine authority for them, either by an express word,
Were there then any mere positive inst•tutions mingled in God's worship, with God's approbation, unless such as had divine Authority for them, either by an express word,
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or clear consequence from it, or extraordinary inspiration, of extraordinary persons? If once I be convinced that there were, I shall be ready to acknowledg my present mistake;
or clear consequence from it, or extraordinary inspiration, of extraordinary Persons? If once I be convinced that there were, I shall be ready to acknowledge my present mistake;
'Tis very observable in some Chapters of the Mosaical law, that where you have a punctual narration of God's prescriptions in one part of the Chapter, you shall have a rehearsal in the other part of the Chapter, of all over again as practised by Moses and Aaron. Hereby the Lord shews how strictly he stands upon his Sacred Authority, in prescribing the manner of his own worship:
It's very observable in Some Chapters of the Mosaical law, that where you have a punctual narration of God's prescriptions in one part of the Chapter, you shall have a rehearsal in the other part of the Chapter, of all over again as practised by Moses and Aaron. Hereby the Lord shows how strictly he Stands upon his Sacred authority, in prescribing the manner of his own worship:
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they only offered strange fire before the Lord, such fire, saith the Text, As the Lord commanded them not, Levit. 10. verse 1. when the Lord gave them fire from Heaven, he did not in so many words forbid the use of any other fire, that was to be understood by his not commanding it;
they only offered strange fire before the Lord, such fire, Says the Text, As the Lord commanded them not, Levit. 10. verse 1. when the Lord gave them fire from Heaven, he did not in so many words forbid the use of any other fire, that was to be understood by his not commanding it;
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And as for religious washing before meat, some would have thought that the practise of such a Ceremony upon the account of humane tradition, might have been overlooked in an age,
And as for religious washing before meat, Some would have Thought that the practice of such a Ceremony upon the account of humane tradition, might have been overlooked in an age,
but this would not excuse it, when the Scribes and Pharisees came to our Saviour, Mat. 15. at the beginning, with this cauil, Why do thy Disciples transgress the tradition of the Elders, in not washing their hands when they eat bread.
but this would not excuse it, when the Scribes and Pharisees Come to our Saviour, Mathew 15. At the beginning, with this cavil, Why do thy Disciples transgress the tradition of the Elders, in not washing their hands when they eat bred.
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Our Saviours reply was, verse 3. Why do you trnsgress the Commandment of God by your tradition? If any think that these words of Christ have respect only to what follows concerning the consecrated gift, by which they violated the fifth Commandment, I must crave leave to dissent from them.
Our Saviors reply was, verse 3. Why do you trnsgress the Commandment of God by your tradition? If any think that these words of christ have respect only to what follows Concerning the consecrated gift, by which they violated the fifth Commandment, I must crave leave to dissent from them.
why did he not doe them right, when they were accused for not doing it? It is evident enough that whilst they objected against Christs Disciples their tradition;
why did he not do them right, when they were accused for not doing it? It is evident enough that while they objected against Christ Disciples their tradition;
But what Commandment will some say was it, that was hereby transgressed? It is most certain, what ever sin is committed, there is a breach made upon some Commandment of the moral law:
But what Commandment will Some say was it, that was hereby transgressed? It is most certain, what ever since is committed, there is a breach made upon Some Commandment of the moral law:
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and the strange fire of Nadab, and Abihu, I can apprehend them no otherwise, than as transgressions of the second Commandment, where the Lord hath said, Thou shalt not make to thy self.
and the strange fire of Nadab, and Abihu, I can apprehend them no otherwise, than as transgressions of the second Commandment, where the Lord hath said, Thou shalt not make to thy self.
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If any think I stretch the sense of the Commandment further then God intended it, let them but consider, that our Lord Jesus in his Sermon upon the Mount, makes the least degree of anger, without just cause, a breach of the sixth Commandment, Thou shalt not do no murther;
If any think I stretch the sense of the Commandment further then God intended it, let them but Consider, that our Lord jesus in his Sermon upon the Mount, makes the least degree of anger, without just cause, a breach of the sixth Commandment, Thou shalt not do no murder;
Bellarmine in his dispute about Ceremonies, hath such words as these, Omnes nostrae Ceremoniae indicantur à Deo in genere, God hath given a general grant for all our Ceremonies;
Bellarmine in his dispute about Ceremonies, hath such words as these, Omnes Nostrae Ceremonies indicantur à God in genere, God hath given a general grant for all our Ceremonies;
How zealously have I heard some urge these Scriptures for Ceremonies of humane device in the Worship of God? I would they would consider, that in this matter they serve Bellarmine's turn, as well as theirs:
How zealously have I herd Some urge these Scriptures for Ceremonies of humane device in the Worship of God? I would they would Consider, that in this matter they serve Bellarmine's turn, as well as theirs:
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and if we will take up these Scriptures at such a randome of sense, whither is it almost that they may not lead us? If any think I speak this as a despiser of Church-governmet, they do me wrong;
and if we will take up these Scriptures At such a random of sense, whither is it almost that they may not led us? If any think I speak this as a despiser of Church-government, they do me wrong;
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many such circumstances concerning time, place, behaviour and the like, must be attended to, and are of a nature farr different from meer instituted ceremonies:
many such Circumstances Concerning time, place, behaviour and the like, must be attended to, and Are of a nature Far different from mere instituted ceremonies:
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and when the Church provides that Christ's institutions be observed decently, and orderly with due respects to due circumstances, this to be sure is a due exercise of Church-authority:
and when the Church provides that Christ's institutions be observed decently, and orderly with due respects to due Circumstances, this to be sure is a due exercise of Church-authority:
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Singing of Service how will they cry out of it? But the not singing of Psalmes, thats so farr from being a fault, that 'tis rather a piece of Religion with them.
Singing of Service how will they cry out of it? But the not singing of Psalms, thats so Far from being a fault, that it's rather a piece of Religion with them.
yea possibly if into the bargaine, he denieth the Deity and Satisfaction of Christ; yet they think it fit he should have favour, and be countenanced with Toleration.
yea possibly if into the bargain, he Denieth the Deity and Satisfaction of christ; yet they think it fit he should have favour, and be countenanced with Toleration.
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To them that are defiled, (Saith the Appostle) is nothing pure. 1 Tit. 15. Gods pure institutions, in Isaiah, by means of impure worshipers, were reckoned upon as vain oblations, as swines bloud, as the cutting off a dogs head.
To them that Are defiled, (Says the Apostle) is nothing pure. 1 Tit. 15. God's pure institutions, in Isaiah, by means of impure worshippers, were reckoned upon as vain Oblations, as Swine blood, as the cutting off a Dogs head.
No real benefit by the Mystery of Faith, unless it be kept in a pure Conscience. Some are of this humour, that if they conceit that their practise be good, they don't much regard what their Opinions be.
No real benefit by the Mystery of Faith, unless it be kept in a pure Conscience. some Are of this humour, that if they conceit that their practice be good, they don't much regard what their Opinions be.
that lives in the wilful breach and neglect of any one Commandment, he is guilty of all, James 2.10. One part of Gods Law cometh from above, as well as another, and it would be strange if wisdome from above should not embrace all;
that lives in the wilful breach and neglect of any one Commandment, he is guilty of all, James 2.10. One part of God's Law comes from above, as well as Another, and it would be strange if Wisdom from above should not embrace all;
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and the other into an other hand, and bid him carry them unto the people, that they might take their choise which of them they would keep? No such thing, I am sure.
and the other into an other hand, and bid him carry them unto the people, that they might take their choice which of them they would keep? No such thing, I am sure.
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Is Christ divided, saith the Apostle? And is the Law of God divided, may I say? The woman that was for the dividing the child, was not the true mother of it.
Is christ divided, Says the Apostle? And is the Law of God divided, may I say? The woman that was for the dividing the child, was not the true mother of it.
Oh! how happy were it, if the blustring zeal of this age, for the tenent of universal redemption, were turn'd into a Godly zeal for the practise of universal holiness. I say a godly zeal;
Oh! how happy were it, if the blustering zeal of this age, for the tenent of universal redemption, were turned into a Godly zeal for the practice of universal holiness. I say a godly zeal;
Walk circumspectly, the Greek word is, NONLATINALPHABET accurately: There are enough, with whose curious ears nothing will relish but very acurate preaching;
Walk circumspectly, the Greek word is, accurately: There Are enough, with whose curious ears nothing will relish but very accurate preaching;
They can dub themselves good Christians, and good Protestants, but what are they by themselves in their retirements? what are they in their families, upon Lords dayes,
They can dub themselves good Christians, and good Protestants, but what Are they by themselves in their retirements? what Are they in their families, upon lords days,
and other dayes? How do they behave themselves, when they come amongst persons of prophane and loose carriage? To walk acurately in these and other respects, some will account it the proper mark of an Hypocrite; but I must tell them, 'tis rather the mark of an Atheist to think so.
and other days? How do they behave themselves, when they come among Persons of profane and lose carriage? To walk accurately in these and other respects, Some will account it the proper mark of an Hypocrite; but I must tell them, it's rather the mark of an Atheist to think so.
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I Too many I am afraid, whilst they think it below a man to be as bad as the worst, think likewise, that 'tis beneath a Gentleman to be as good as the best:
I Too many I am afraid, while they think it below a man to be as bad as the worst, think likewise, that it's beneath a Gentleman to be as good as the best:
And what Wisdom from above takes up in Religion, it takes it up for Religions sake. Psal. 119.55,56. I have remembred thy name, O Lord, and kept thy law:
And what Wisdom from above Takes up in Religion, it Takes it up for Religions sake. Psalm 119.55,56. I have remembered thy name, Oh Lord, and kept thy law:
Do the Scribes and Pharisees, whilst they devour Widows houses, make long prayer for a pretence? What do they get by such Prayer? they shall therefore receive the greater damnation, Mat. 23.14. You may take this for a truth, to make use of Religion in policy, for worldly advantage sake, is the way to be damned with a vengeance for religions sake. And this ushers in.
Do the Scribes and Pharisees, while they devour Widows houses, make long prayer for a pretence? What do they get by such Prayer? they shall Therefore receive the greater damnation, Mathew 23.14. You may take this for a truth, to make use of Religion in policy, for worldly advantage sake, is the Way to be damned with a vengeance for Religions sake. And this ushers in.
Godly sincerity, and plain-hearted integrity is the best policy, Our rejoycing is this (saith the Apostle) the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity,
Godly sincerity, and plainhearted integrity is the best policy, Our rejoicing is this (Says the Apostle) the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity,
and Godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisdome, but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world. 2 Corinth. 1.12. He that walketh uprightly, walketh surely, Prov. 10.9.
and Godly sincerity, not with fleshly Wisdom, but by the grace of God, we have had our Conversation in the world. 2 Corinth. 1.12. He that walks uprightly, walks surely, Curae 10.9.
what was it that David chose for his main guard? it was integrity and uprightness, Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, Psal. 25.21. We are now in hope of a Parliament;
what was it that David chosen for his main guard? it was integrity and uprightness, Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, Psalm 25.21. We Are now in hope of a Parliament;
This shall suffice concerning the first property of wisdome, 'tis pure. I pass to the second, Wisdome from above, 'tis peaceable. Good men are sometimes called by our Saviour, Children of Wisdome, and sometimes Sons of Peace: put both together,
This shall suffice Concerning the First property of Wisdom, it's pure. I pass to the second, Wisdom from above, it's peaceable. Good men Are sometime called by our Saviour, Children of Wisdom, and sometime Sons of Peace: put both together,
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And should it come to this, what can reasonably be expected, but confused Massacres, and spilling of bloud? Should any get a superioritie by the help of this principle,
And should it come to this, what can reasonably be expected, but confused Massacres, and spilling of blood? Should any get a superiority by the help of this principle,
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what had become of Saul, when he passed by David in the cave, had David been infected with such a principle, that a bad man can not be a lawfufull Magistrate. Psal. 82.1. God judgeth amongst the Gods. The Gods, that is, the Magistrates.
what had become of Saul, when he passed by David in the cave, had David been infected with such a principle, that a bad man can not be a lawfufull Magistrate. Psalm 82.1. God Judgeth among the God's The God's, that is, the Magistrates.
immediatly, v. 2. How long will ye judge unjustly, and accept the Persons of the wicked? In the new Testament, let it be minded, what severe charges the Apostles laid upon Christians for subjection, and obedience to civil Magistrates;
immediately, v. 2. How long will you judge unjustly, and accept the Persons of the wicked? In the new Testament, let it be minded, what severe charges the Apostles laid upon Christians for subjection, and Obedience to civil Magistrates;
and withall, let it be considered, what manner of Magistrates were then in the world. 1 Tim. 2. at the beginning, the Apostle exhorts, that Prayers be made for Kings,
and withal, let it be considered, what manner of Magistrates were then in the world. 1 Tim. 2. At the beginning, the Apostle exhorts, that Prayers be made for Kings,
as Mauritius a noble Captaine, who together with a great band of Christian Souldiers upon the account of Christianity, were put to death by the command of the Emperor,
as Mauritius a noble Captain, who together with a great band of Christian Soldiers upon the account of Christianity, were put to death by the command of the Emperor,
Instances concerning Magistrates in their dealings about Religion for the safegard and vindication of it, we have them in the old Testament so clear and plentifull, that I may the more freely gain a little time by not naming them.
Instances Concerning Magistrates in their dealings about Religion for the safeguard and vindication of it, we have them in the old Testament so clear and plentiful, that I may the more freely gain a little time by not naming them.
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why they should be look't upon as types of Christ in matters of Religion, belonging to the first Table, more then in matters of Justice belonging to the second Table.
why they should be looked upon as types of christ in matters of Religion, belonging to the First Table, more then in matters of justice belonging to the second Table.
was it their priviledg and happiness, or was it otherwise? If it be clear that it was their great priviledg, by what logick shall we conclude it a priviledge of gospel times, to be freed from such an exercise of Authority?
was it their privilege and happiness, or was it otherwise? If it be clear that it was their great privilege, by what logic shall we conclude it a privilege of gospel times, to be freed from such an exercise of authority?
Now for the new Testament it must be granted, that it affordeth no instances of any Magistrates that used their authority in the behalf of Christian Religion:
Now for the new Testament it must be granted, that it affords no instances of any Magistrates that used their Authority in the behalf of Christian Religion:
and no wonder, for where were there any Christian Magistrates in the world, before the writings of the new Testament were finished? But what saith the Apostle? 1 Tim. 2.1,2.
and no wonder, for where were there any Christian Magistrates in the world, before the writings of the new Testament were finished? But what Says the Apostle? 1 Tim. 2.1,2.
But is this all that concerns the Magistrate, in respect had to godliness? If any be of that mind, I would have such consider, that godliness and honesty are here coupled together in reference to the Magistrate.
But is this all that concerns the Magistrate, in respect had to godliness? If any be of that mind, I would have such Consider, that godliness and honesty Are Here coupled together in Referente to the Magistrate.
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And sure enough, 'tis not barely the Magistrates duty to provide that men may live quietly, if they will be honest; but likewise to make lawes about it,
And sure enough, it's not barely the Magistrates duty to provide that men may live quietly, if they will be honest; but likewise to make laws about it,
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The Grand Scripture that is insisted on, for binding up the Authority of the Civil Magistrate from laying restraint upon Hereticks, is the parable of the Tares mingled with the good Seed, Mat. 13. from the 24. to the 30th verse.
The Grand Scripture that is insisted on, for binding up the authority of the Civil Magistrate from laying restraint upon Heretics, is the parable of the Tares mingled with the good Seed, Mathew 13. from the 24. to the 30th verse.
Toleration are quite beside our Saviours purpose in the parable, which was to quiet the hearts of real Christians in the providence of God, laying out their lot and portion in this world amidst ungodly men:
Toleration Are quite beside our Saviors purpose in the parable, which was to quiet the hearts of real Christians in the providence of God, laying out their lot and portion in this world amid ungodly men:
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And should any in a froward discontent at this carriage of divine providence, begin to meditate the extirpation of the wicked of the World, that so the Saints may have it to themselves in possession,
And should any in a froward discontent At this carriage of divine providence, begin to meditate the extirpation of the wicked of the World, that so the Saints may have it to themselves in possession,
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should such (I say) ever gain an opportunity for plucking up (as they pretend) the Tares, sure enough 'twould be a woful day for most of the Wheat, that God hath in the World.
should such (I say) ever gain an opportunity for plucking up (as they pretend) the Tares, sure enough 'twould be a woeful day for most of the Wheat, that God hath in the World.
I see no reason why the drunkards and the adulterers plea for liberty and exemption from the Magistrates Power, should not upon the account of this parable be every whit as good.
I see no reason why the drunkards and the Adulterers plea for liberty and exemption from the Magistrates Power, should not upon the account of this parable be every whit as good.
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The Tares are they that shall then be bound up in bundles and burnt. Now doth not this concern drunkards and adulterers as much as Hereticks? Unless then men will deny the power of the Magistrate in the concernment of the second Table (which is in effect, a beheading of the whole World, by renouncing all Magistracy) let them be ashamed to urge this parable against his Authority, in the vindication of the first table.
The Tares Are they that shall then be bound up in bundles and burned. Now does not this concern drunkards and Adulterers as much as Heretics? Unless then men will deny the power of the Magistrate in the concernment of the second Table (which is in Effect, a beheading of the Whole World, by renouncing all Magistracy) let them be ashamed to urge this parable against his authority, in the vindication of the First table.
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But they that will read Learned Vedelius, de arcanis Arminianismi, will find how effectually he deals with Princes and Magistrates to convince them of the destructiveness of such Toleration, to the Peace of Church and State whereever it obtains.
But they that will read Learned Vedelius, de Arcanis Arminianismi, will find how effectually he deals with Princes and Magistrates to convince them of the destructiveness of such Toleration, to the Peace of Church and State wherever it obtains.
Odia religionum sunt acerbissima, 'twas ever a truth, and will be to the worlds end. No hatred to compare with such as is founded in diversities of Religion.
Odia Religions sunt acerbissima, 'twas ever a truth, and will be to the world's end. No hatred to compare with such as is founded in diversities of Religion.
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What woful experience have we had of it, as the miserable effect of our late Tolerations? We have learn't that not libertas prophetandi according to the Remonstrants,
What woeful experience have we had of it, as the miserable Effect of our late Tolerations? We have learnt that not Libertas prophetandi according to the Remonstrants,
Rigorous impositions in these cases are unreasonable severities; and if the forbearing of one another in love, required in the 4th. to the Ephes. 2. v. may not take place here, I cannot apprehend to what purpose that precept is in our Bible.
Rigorous impositions in these cases Are unreasonable severities; and if the forbearing of one Another in love, required in the 4th. to the Ephesians 2. v. may not take place Here, I cannot apprehend to what purpose that precept is in our bible.
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But whether the publick Assemblies shall be, at eight, or nine, or ten of the Clock, &c. the determination of this is left to the Wisdome of Authority.
But whither the public Assemblies shall be, At eight, or nine, or ten of the Clock, etc. the determination of this is left to the Wisdom of authority.
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the Lord hath given a general rule for dayes of Humiliation and Thanksgiving, but for the determination of these services, to this or that particular day, is left to the Wisdome of Authority.
the Lord hath given a general Rule for days of Humiliation and Thanksgiving, but for the determination of these services, to this or that particular day, is left to the Wisdom of authority.
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Let us for this present suppose them to be meer indifferencies, and thus much was acknowledged long ago, by the Church of England in the 34th. Article, which begins thus:
Let us for this present suppose them to be mere Indifferences, and thus much was acknowledged long ago, by the Church of England in the 34th. Article, which begins thus:
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By this 'tis evident, that Ceremonies long ago were lookt upon by the Church of England, as meer indifferences that might be chang'd or abolished without sin.
By this it's evident, that Ceremonies long ago were looked upon by the Church of England, as mere indifferences that might be changed or abolished without since.
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For governors then, that are thus perswaded of them, to impose them with rigour upon such as think in conscience they are sinful, it seems to me a harshness of carriage, ill becoming the meekness of Wisdome.
For Governors then, that Are thus persuaded of them, to impose them with rigour upon such as think in conscience they Are sinful, it seems to me a harshness of carriage, ill becoming the meekness of Wisdom.
put case that they be mistaken, and that Ceremonies are indifferent things, yet if they refuse them whilst in conscience they think them sinful, I cannot imagine but their plea will be much better at Christs tribunal,
put case that they be mistaken, and that Ceremonies Are indifferent things, yet if they refuse them while in conscience they think them sinful, I cannot imagine but their plea will be much better At Christ tribunal,
and withall, I hope I may say without presumption, it concerns authority to be very cautelous how they make injunctions that may occasion sins, which would not be, were it not for those injunctions;
and withal, I hope I may say without presumption, it concerns Authority to be very cautelous how they make injunctions that may occasion Sins, which would not be, were it not for those injunctions;
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can any be offended with me for this, that considereth, how manifold the precepts and institutions of Christ are? and how much the world groans under the weight of that guilt, that is contracted by not observing them?
can any be offended with me for this, that Considereth, how manifold the Precepts and institutions of christ Are? and how much the world groans under the weight of that guilt, that is contracted by not observing them?
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I must confess my self hard to be perswaded, that England would have had so much cause to complain of division and seperation, that have rent and torn the Church into many pieces, had there not been so much ceremoniousness in former times.
I must confess my self hard to be persuaded, that England would have had so much cause to complain of division and separation, that have rend and torn the Church into many Pieces, had there not been so much ceremoniousness in former times.
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If any demand what that is, I answer, either the Apostasie of a Church into gross and right down Idolatry, or in point of Doctrine, into damnable Heresie; either of these will cause a seperation of God from a Church,
If any demand what that is, I answer, either the Apostasy of a Church into gross and right down Idolatry, or in point of Doctrine, into damnable Heresy; either of these will cause a separation of God from a Church,
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And a wanton dallying with him in matters of a lighter nature, may provoke him to give up a Church by degrees, 'till at last it falls into the dreggs of grossest Apostasie.
And a wanton dallying with him in matters of a lighter nature, may provoke him to give up a Church by Degrees, till At last it falls into the dregs of Grossest Apostasy.
As the City of Rome was not built, so the Church of Rome did not fall in a day. Let us hear and fear, and not do presumptuously. But still I know nothing that proves the Lords divorcing from,
As the city of Room was not built, so the Church of Room did not fallen in a day. Let us hear and Fear, and not do presumptuously. But still I know nothing that Proves the lords divorcing from,
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'Tis not unknown, how much these words have been abused for the encouragement of of seperation from the publick Assemblies of the Church of England. I say, abused;
It's not unknown, how much these words have been abused for the encouragement of of separation from the public Assemblies of the Church of England. I say, abused;
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for who is it, but such as are forlornly void of all christian charity, that dare say concerning the hundred years past, that the Assemb•ies of the Church of England have had nothing of the Lords gracious presence with them? That Ordinances have been empty things,
for who is it, but such as Are forlornly void of all christian charity, that Dare say Concerning the hundred Years past, that the Assemb•ies of the Church of England have had nothing of the lords gracious presence with them? That Ordinances have been empty things,
when he was about to write by his Amanuensis St. John, his Epistles to the seven Churches, he represents himself as walking amongst the seven Candlesticks.
when he was about to write by his Amanuensis Saint John, his Epistles to the seven Churches, he represents himself as walking among the seven Candlesticks.
Thou hast a few names even in Sardis which have not defil'd their Garment, v. 4. By this it appeareth, that these few were in actual Communion with that Church.
Thou hast a few names even in Sardis which have not defiled their Garment, v. 4. By this it appears, that these few were in actual Communion with that Church.
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Now, did their Communion, barely confider'd, render them accessory to the defilements of it? How then could our Saviour have truly said of them, that they had not defiled their Garments?
Now, did their Communion, barely considered, render them accessory to the defilements of it? How then could our Saviour have truly said of them, that they had not defiled their Garments?
and that very notorious both in the matter of Gods Ordinances, and in point of Conversation? 'Tis true, he would have every one lament what was amiss,
and that very notorious both in the matter of God's Ordinances, and in point of Conversation? It's true, he would have every one lament what was amiss,
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but where doth he hint the least encouragement to a separation? doth he not on the contrary severely reprove what ever tended to it? In a word, would any man take it well, to have a Plague-mark clapt upon his door,
but where does he hint the least encouragement to a separation? does he not on the contrary severely reprove what ever tended to it? In a word, would any man take it well, to have a Plague-mark clapped upon his door,
The interests of parties and private concornments must give place to publick Interest, 2 Tim. 3. At the beginning, the Apostle in giving an account of the Perilous Times that were to come in the last dayes he begins with this, men shall be lovers of themselves.
The interests of parties and private concornments must give place to public Interest, 2 Tim. 3. At the beginning, the Apostle in giving an account of the Perilous Times that were to come in the last days he begins with this, men shall be lovers of themselves.
Such lovers of themselves, they must needs be covetous, they'l quickly appear without natural affection, truce breakers, false accusers, fierce, despisers of those that are good, traitors, heady, high-minded, and what not? what the Apostle saith of him that provides not for his Family, may it not fit that sort of men, that raise their Families by the ruines of the publick? They have denyed the Faith, and are worse then Infidels.
Such lovers of themselves, they must needs be covetous, They'll quickly appear without natural affection, truce breakers, false accusers, fierce, despisers of those that Are good, Traitors, heady, High-minded, and what not? what the Apostle Says of him that provides not for his Family, may it not fit that sort of men, that raise their Families by the ruins of the public? They have denied the Faith, and Are Worse then Infidels.
Well might one say, That next to their repentance and reformation, the best that one can wish concerning this gang of men, is, that God would give them little wit, and less authority.
Well might one say, That next to their Repentance and Reformation, the best that one can wish Concerning this gang of men, is, that God would give them little wit, and less Authority.
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In the natural body, had every Member a distinct appetite, alwayes coveting and drawing greedily to it self, what a strange confusion and tumult would there be in the body? It would be no wonder in such a case, to see one foot spurning,
In the natural body, had every Member a distinct appetite, always coveting and drawing greedily to it self, what a strange confusion and tumult would there be in the body? It would be no wonder in such a case, to see one foot spurning,
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but one common appetite craving for the whole body, that so every Member may have its due proportion, this is it that keeps the members of the body in peace.
but one Common appetite craving for the Whole body, that so every Member may have its due proportion, this is it that keeps the members of the body in peace.
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The Apostle Paul exhorting to love and unity. Phil. 2.2. Fulfil my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind;
The Apostle Paul exhorting to love and unity. Philip 2.2. Fulfil my joy, that you be Likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind;
and in the 3d. vers, Let nothing be done through strife, or vain-glory. Now as an effectual means to further this, mark what followeth in the fourth verse:
and in the 3d. vers, Let nothing be done through strife, or vainglory. Now as an effectual means to further this, mark what follows in the fourth verse:
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Where shall we meet a Moses, who being largely proffered, if the Israelitish Nation were destroy'd, to become a great Nation himself, chose rather to be nothing,
Where shall we meet a Moses, who being largely proffered, if the Israelitish nation were destroyed, to become a great nation himself, chosen rather to be nothing,
How rare is it to find amongst Christians a man so bravely spirited? The Parliament-house filled with suuh spirited men, would be one of the rarest sights that could be seen in the Eeglish Nation:
How rare is it to find among Christians a man so bravely spirited? The Parliament-house filled with suuh spirited men, would be one of the Rarest sights that could be seen in the Eeglish nation:
A malitious desire of revenge is so much beneath a Christian, that 'tis the baseness of a Man. Doth any trespass against me? let him look to that; he hath the worst on't:
A malicious desire of revenge is so much beneath a Christian, that it's the baseness of a Man. Does any trespass against me? let him look to that; he hath the worst oned:
Vengeance is mine: these are the Lords words, and alledg'd by the Appostle as a reason why we should not avenge our selves, Rom. 12.19. Thou canst not execute a private revenge without wronging the Lord infinitely more then 'tis possible for any creature to wrong thee;
Vengeance is mine: these Are the lords words, and alleged by the Apostle as a reason why we should not avenge our selves, Rom. 12.19. Thou Canst not execute a private revenge without wronging the Lord infinitely more then it's possible for any creature to wrong thee;
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for herein thou invadest one of Gods prerogatives, namely, Vengeance. The Lord vouches it as his; and in effect thou tellest him to his face, 'tis thine.
for herein thou invadest one of God's prerogatives, namely, Vengeance. The Lord vouches it as his; and in Effect thou Tellest him to his face, it's thine.
Would we take a true measure of the goodness or badness of actions, one of the surest rules we go by is, to observe how much there is of the Will in the Action,
Would we take a true measure of the Goodness or badness of actions, one of the Surest rules we go by is, to observe how much there is of the Will in the Actium,
So far as credit and profit, and such like sensual accessaries attending the practice of holiness and vertue, are influential upon the will to alure it, so much is the action blended;
So Far as credit and profit, and such like sensual accessaries attending the practice of holiness and virtue, Are influential upon the will to allure it, so much is the actium blended;
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But now, when holiness stript of such accessaries obtains the consent and embrace of the will for the sake of its naked self, this argueth an eminent sincerity and heighth of Grace.
But now, when holiness stripped of such accessaries obtains the consent and embrace of the will for the sake of its naked self, this argue an eminent sincerity and height of Grace.
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and what is malice, but a meer ulcer or gangreen of a depraved will? It argues a person so much debauch'd into a greedy compliance with sin, that he swallows the bare hook.
and what is malice, but a mere ulcer or Gangrene of a depraved will? It argues a person so much debauched into a greedy compliance with since, that he Swallows the bore hook.
Were ye to deal with some in order to peace and reconciliation, ye would be ready to imagine that to be true of malice, which Flaccius Illyricus conceited of Original sin, That 'tis no accident or quality,
Were you to deal with Some in order to peace and reconciliation, you would be ready to imagine that to be true of malice, which Flaccius Illyricus conceited of Original since, That it's not accident or quality,
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But see with what vehemency this is defied of St. Paul; NONLATINALPHABET, We (•aith he) be slanderously reported, and some affirm that we say, Let us do evil that good may come:
But see with what vehemency this is defied of Saint Paul;, We (•aith he) be slanderously reported, and Some affirm that we say, Let us do evil that good may come:
He was in no such hast for a Kingdom, as to sin for it Nor will wisdome from above onely teach us in our persuits of good ends, to keep clear of such means and courses as are simply unlawfull, in all persons & at all times:
He was in no such haste for a Kingdom, as to sin for it Nor will Wisdom from above only teach us in our pursuits of good ends, to keep clear of such means and courses as Are simply unlawful, in all Persons & At all times:
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if rightly pointed and bounded, according to the rule that God hath given for the different stations and callings of men, there need no more to turn such actions in a destructive confusion,
if rightly pointed and bounded, according to the Rule that God hath given for the different stations and callings of men, there need no more to turn such actions in a destructive confusion,
Should a man study to mischief both himself and another, he could not find a readier way then this; Prov. 27.8. As a bird that wandereth from her nest, so is a man from his place.
Should a man study to mischief both himself and Another, he could not find a Readier Way then this; Curae 27.8. As a bird that wandereth from her nest, so is a man from his place.
Put case that men according to their principles and apprehensions of things, be possest with thoughts that present affairs may tend to an impure setlement;
Put case that men according to their principles and apprehensions of things, be possessed with thoughts that present affairs may tend to an impure settlement;
Do any disturb peace by unwarrantable wayes? let them not deceive themselves and think (though they propound the most pure ends) that the order of wisdoms properties in the text, first pure,
Do any disturb peace by unwarrantable ways? let them not deceive themselves and think (though they propound the most pure ends) that the order of wisdoms properties in the text, First pure,
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1. That true wisdome in its persuits of Purity and Peace, hath a primary respect to Purity: as much as it desireth peace, 'twill rather fall out with the whole World in discharge of duty,
1. That true Wisdom in its pursuits of Purity and Peace, hath a primary respect to Purity: as much as it Desires peace, it'll rather fallen out with the Whole World in discharge of duty,
I am saith Jeremiah, a man of contention to the whole Earth. Jer. 15.10. He had no doubt the wisdom from above that is peaceable, and yet a man of contention. The thing was this;
I am Says Jeremiah, a man of contention to the Whole Earth. Jer. 15.10. He had no doubt the Wisdom from above that is peaceable, and yet a man of contention. The thing was this;
he could not be at peace with men, unless he fell out with God. Jam. 4.4. Know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? That is, such friendship as justleth out Purity: For a Minister and his people to live peaceably, is a most defireable blessing to both:
he could not be At peace with men, unless he fell out with God. Jam. 4.4. Know you not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? That is, such friendship as justleth out Purity: For a Minister and his people to live peaceably, is a most defireable blessing to both:
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and not deal plainly with the souls and consciences of his People, 'twere infinitely better for such a Minister, that he had been born without a tongue in his head,
and not deal plainly with the Souls and Consciences of his People, 'twere infinitely better for such a Minister, that he had been born without a tongue in his head,
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though this may pass with some for wisdom, 'twill one day be found such wisdom as never came from above; and if men be not aware of it, it may carry them thither, from whence it came.
though this may pass with Some for Wisdom, it'll one day be found such Wisdom as never Come from above; and if men be not aware of it, it may carry them thither, from whence it Come.
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In Christs Sermon upon the Mount, the Peacemakers immediately follow the pure in heart. Were not the Gospel of Christ a Gospel of purity, 'twould not be a Gospel of Peace. That promise, Mich. 4.3. They shall beat their swords into plough-shares, and their spears into pruninghooks, &c. Hic spectanda est mensura profectus Evangelii, saith Calvin upon the place;
In Christ Sermon upon the Mount, the Peacemakers immediately follow the pure in heart. Were not the Gospel of christ a Gospel of purity, 'twould not be a Gospel of Peace. That promise, Mich. 4.3. They shall beatrice their swords into ploughshares, and their spears into Pruninghooks, etc. Hic spectanda est Mensura profectus Evangelii, Says calvin upon the place;
Look in what proportion it obtaineth upon the hearts, and gets Mastery over the lusts of men, in the same propotion it will be an effectual means of peace.
Look in what proportion it obtaineth upon the hearts, and gets Mastery over the Lustiest of men, in the same proportion it will be an effectual means of peace.
but sin? what is it but sin, that sets the world together by the ears? Sin is a meer violence, it had certainly run the world off its legs long ago, had not the Lord clapt some chains of restraint upon this mad bedlam.
but since? what is it but since, that sets the world together by the ears? since is a mere violence, it had Certainly run the world off its legs long ago, had not the Lord clapped Some chains of restraint upon this mad bedlam.
Some would fain make the disorder of the world an Argument for their Atheisme, but 'tis to me no slender Argument of a Deity and a Divine Providence, that there is so much order and constancy, in a world that lyeth in so much wickedness. As for the trouble that falleth upon the world,
some would fain make the disorder of the world an Argument for their Atheism, but it's to me no slender Argument of a Deity and a Divine Providence, that there is so much order and constancy, in a world that lies in so much wickedness. As for the trouble that falls upon the world,
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when ambitious and worldly-designing men enter a confederacy, 'tis but a fooling, in order to a falling out. Ungodly, lustful Interests may for a while travel together very peaceably,
when ambitious and worldly-designing men enter a confederacy, it's but a fooling, in order to a falling out. Ungodly, lustful Interests may for a while travel together very peaceably,
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when a people wearied with Wars and Troubles, begin to think of following Peace, but still without Holiness, they may follow it till their hearts ake,
when a people wearied with Wars and Troubles, begin to think of following Peace, but still without Holiness, they may follow it till their hearts ache,
Do we bless our selves in unholy and unjust wayes, and say, we shall have Peace? We had as good say, we are resolv'd we will have Peace, whether God will or no.
Do we bless our selves in unholy and unjust ways, and say, we shall have Peace? We had as good say, we Are resolved we will have Peace, whither God will or no.
the verse immediately following my Text. The real purity and power of Religion, so far as it obtaineth, it harmonizeth the world, keeping every man in his rank and file,
the verse immediately following my Text. The real purity and power of Religion, so Far as it obtaineth, it harmonizeth the world, keeping every man in his rank and file,
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The World affordeth too many that are like minded; But the Lord send England Princes and Parliaments better informed and perswaded concerning Religion.
The World affords too many that Are like minded; But the Lord send England Princes and Parliaments better informed and persuaded Concerning Religion.
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I call it solemn, the chusing of Parliament-men being at any time one of the things of Englands Peace: But if ever the Nation were concerned in a Parliament, it is like to be in this;
I call it solemn, the choosing of Parliament men being At any time one of the things of Englands Peace: But if ever the nation were concerned in a Parliament, it is like to be in this;
And first of all, Honoured Sirs, I cannot but thankfully acknowledg the Lords Mercies both towards ye and us, that such an opportunity of service is put into your hands;
And First of all, Honoured Sirs, I cannot but thankfully acknowledge the lords mercies both towards you and us, that such an opportunity of service is put into your hands;
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what would ye and we have given many times over, within this half year, for such an overture? And I beseech ye, bestow some serious thoughts upon what is past;
what would you and we have given many times over, within this half year, for such an overture? And I beseech you, bestow Some serious thoughts upon what is past;
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The Lord give them repentance, by whom the offence come, and keep you from the woe of them that take the offence. Remember, it hath been a time of exquisite temptation:
The Lord give them Repentance, by whom the offence come, and keep you from the woe of them that take the offence. remember, it hath been a time of exquisite temptation:
and what will it advantage a man, if he get the whole world, and loose his soul? Thus is the publick Interest of Nations, that own Christianity, compounded as it were of soul and body, of religious and civil Interests:
and what will it advantage a man, if he get the Whole world, and lose his soul? Thus is the public Interest of nations, that own Christianity, compounded as it were of soul and body, of religious and civil Interests:
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Let it be seen, Honoured Patriots, that the precious concernments of Religion, purity of Doctrine, and purity of worship, are truly precious in your eyes.
Let it be seen, Honoured Patriots, that the precious concernments of Religion, purity of Doctrine, and purity of worship, Are truly precious in your eyes.
thus much I say, A tender regard to such a Government in the Church, as will most conduce to purity of Doctrine, in the encouragement of a learned and faithful Ministry, and suppression of Heresie;
thus much I say, A tender regard to such a Government in the Church, as will most conduce to purity of Doctrine, in the encouragement of a learned and faithful Ministry, and suppression of Heresy;
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and to purity of worship, in the prevention of superstition, I could heartily afford to beg it of every Parliament-man, upon my bended knees, for the Lord's sake.
and to purity of worship, in the prevention of Superstition, I could heartily afford to beg it of every Parliament man, upon my bent knees, for the Lord's sake.
This only I shall say, as ye are intrusted for the whole Nation, so it behooveth ye, in all good and righteous wayes, to take care for the body of it, from head to foot; how glad a people should we be, to see judgment, that hath sprung up as hemlock, at length to return to righteousness; and where ye find the vowes and oaths of God upon the Nation, let the world see that ye are men that fear an oath.
This only I shall say, as you Are Entrusted for the Whole nation, so it behooveth you, in all good and righteous ways, to take care for the body of it, from head to foot; how glad a people should we be, to see judgement, that hath sprung up as hemlock, At length to return to righteousness; and where you find the vows and Oaths of God upon the nation, let the world see that you Are men that Fear an oath.
In a word, be pure, and no great fear but ye will be peaceable; did I know, that any of ye would so much as offer to dream of Peace, in contrary wayes, and upon other tearms:
In a word, be pure, and no great Fear but you will be peaceable; did I know, that any of you would so much as offer to dream of Peace, in contrary ways, and upon other terms:
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Unless the God of Heaven layes aside his pure nature, or be shortned in the power of his wrath, what Peace can be expected in impure wayes? I have already hinted concerning sin, that should the Lord leave it to it self,
Unless the God of Heaven lays aside his pure nature, or be shortened in the power of his wrath, what Peace can be expected in impure ways? I have already hinted Concerning since, that should the Lord leave it to it self,
and not follow it with any other punishment then what is the genuine off-spring and product of it, we should find it as natural for sin to breed disturbance and trouble,
and not follow it with any other punishment then what is the genuine offspring and product of it, we should find it as natural for since to breed disturbance and trouble,
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but from the lusts of men? whence came the beginning of latter separations, but from former superstitions? and whence came the zealous inclinations of many to old superstitions,
but from the Lustiest of men? whence Come the beginning of latter separations, but from former superstitions? and whence Come the zealous inclinations of many to old superstitions,
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but from the miserable effects of late separations? and should God punish us with a Parliament that would cherish these inclinations, what could be expected,
but from the miserable effects of late separations? and should God Punish us with a Parliament that would cherish these inclinations, what could be expected,
And may I take the boldness to speak freely, I cannot but tell ye, that I find a great deal of liberty taken by some, to suspect that this is the time in which we are like to return to our old extremities.
And may I take the boldness to speak freely, I cannot but tell you, that I find a great deal of liberty taken by Some, to suspect that this is the time in which we Are like to return to our old extremities.
I am not unsensible, that worthy Gentlemen may meet with tempters and temptations enough, to court them to a zealous love of Ceremonies, by the plausible mention of the Fathers, and the ancient Church;
I am not unsensible, that worthy Gentlemen may meet with tempters and temptations enough, to court them to a zealous love of Ceremonies, by the plausible mention of the Father's, and the ancient Church;
But to take them up as a determining rule, in matters of Doctrine or Worship, this is plainly to set them as a check-mate to the Bible. It is true, the Fathers are ignorant of us;
But to take them up as a determining Rule, in matters of Doctrine or Worship, this is plainly to Set them as a checkmate to the bible. It is true, the Father's Are ignorant of us;
But who can say, that truth is of one whole dayes longer standing in the world than error? and doth not St. Paul say of his time, the mistery of iniquity doth already work? Don't we read of several carriages of divers Churches,
But who can say, that truth is of one Whole days longer standing in the world than error? and does not Saint Paul say of his time, the mystery of iniquity does already work? Don't we read of several carriages of diverse Churches,
even in the Apostles time, that were far from being apostolical? Had the carriage of the Church of Corinth, about the Communion, been brought to our knowledg any other way but by Scripture,
even in the Apostles time, that were Far from being apostolical? Had the carriage of the Church of Corinth, about the Communion, been brought to our knowledge any other Way but by Scripture,
This I collect from that which follows, concerning the confirmation that he speaks of, by the custome and practice of the Universal Church, which comprises the whole body of the Christian Church, in the several ages and places of its being.
This I collect from that which follows, Concerning the confirmation that he speaks of, by the custom and practice of the Universal Church, which comprises the Whole body of the Christian Church, in the several ages and places of its being.
and thus confirmed by the custome and practice of the Universal Church, but what are likewise warranted by the authority of the holy Scripture, I leave it to consideration;
and thus confirmed by the custom and practice of the Universal Church, but what Are likewise warranted by the Authority of the holy Scripture, I leave it to consideration;
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yet Beligion, which the mercy of God would have at freedome, with very few and very manifest religious Rites in the celebrations of it, this they load with such servile burdens, that the condition of the Jews may be lookt upon as more tolerable;
yet Religion, which the mercy of God would have At freedom, with very few and very manifest religious Rites in the celebrations of it, this they load with such servile burdens, that the condition of the jews may be looked upon as more tolerable;
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for though the Jews understood not the time of their liberty, yet they are subjected to such heavy carriages as were of legal appointment, and not to humane presumptions.
for though the jews understood not the time of their liberty, yet they Are subjected to such heavy carriages as were of Legal appointment, and not to humane presumptions.
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and made it subject to humane presumptions? and doth he not plainly compare these burdens, with the heavy carriages that lay upon the back of the Jewish Church? and were not these publick, and not private Ceremonies?
and made it Subject to humane presumptions? and does he not plainly compare these burdens, with the heavy carriages that lay upon the back of the Jewish Church? and were not these public, and not private Ceremonies?
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As for what the Father saith concerning very few, and very manifest Religious Rites or Ceremonies, which God would have used in the Celebrations of Religion; I freely assent to it:
As for what the Father Says Concerning very few, and very manifest Religious Rites or Ceremonies, which God would have used in the Celebrations of Religion; I freely assent to it:
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What are the Sacramental elements and actions in Baptism and the Supper of the Lord, but Sacred Ceremonies? These are Christ's appointments, and with all reverence to be attended;
What Are the Sacramental elements and actions in Baptism and the Supper of the Lord, but Sacred Ceremonies? These Are Christ's appointments, and with all Reverence to be attended;
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and concerning these, there hath ever been the harmonious concurrence of general Councils in the true Christian Church, to provide for their due observation:
and Concerning these, there hath ever been the harmonious concurrence of general Councils in the true Christian Church, to provide for their due observation:
〈 ◊ 〉 is contrary to a good life, If Ceremonies that were •sed in the Church, in Austins Time, were not the things that he intends by chaffe and cockle, I freely confess myself unable to understand him.
〈 ◊ 〉 is contrary to a good life, If Ceremonies that were •sed in the Church, in Austins Time, were not the things that he intends by chaff and cockle, I freely confess myself unable to understand him.
I humbly conceive, I may without presumption undertake to produce some other thing every whit as ancient, which I take for granted, that all of us would be unwilling with;
I humbly conceive, I may without presumption undertake to produce Some other thing every whit as ancient, which I take for granted, that all of us would be unwilling with;
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but if any desired to be further resolved in the truth concerning the authority of the Ancients, let them read the truly learned tractate of Daille a French Divine, concerning the right use of the Fathers;
but if any desired to be further resolved in the truth Concerning the Authority of the Ancients, let them read the truly learned tractate of Daille a French Divine, Concerning the right use of the Father's;
but if we weigh his Arguments with reflections upon the matter of worship, we shall find them for the most part not beside the purpose for which I mentioned him.
but if we weigh his Arguments with reflections upon the matter of worship, we shall find them for the most part not beside the purpose for which I mentioned him.
Omnia ita { que } talia, quae neque sanctarum Scripturatum autoritatibus continentur, nec in consiliis Episcoporum Statuta inveniuntur, nec consuetudine Universae Ecclesiae roborata sunt; sed diversorum locorum, diversis moribus innumerabiliter variantur; ita aut vix, aut omnino nunquam inveniri possint causae, quas, in iis instituendis, homines sequuti sunt: ubi facultas tribuiter, 〈 ◊ 〉 omni dubitatione resecanda existimo.
Omnia ita { que } Talia, Quae neque sanctarum Scripturatum autoritatibus continentur, nec in Concilis Bishops Statuta inveniuntur, nec Consuetudine Universae Ecclesiae roborata sunt; sed Diversorum locorum, diversis moribus innumerabiliter variantur; ita Or vix, Or Omnino Never inveniri possint causae, quas, in iis instituendis, homines sequuti sunt: ubi facultas tribuiter, 〈 ◊ 〉 omni dubitatione resecanda existimo.
Quamvis enim ne { que } hoc inveniri possit, commodo contra fidem sint: ipsam tamen religionem, quam paucissimis & manifestissimis celebrationum sacramentis miserecordia Dei esse liberam voluit, servilibus oneribus premunt, ut tolerabilior sit conditio Judaeor•m, qui etiamfi tempus libertatis non agnoverint, legalibus tamen sarcinis non humanis praesumptionibus subjiciuntur.
Quamvis enim ne { que } hoc inveniri possit, commodo contra fidem sint: ipsam tamen religionem, quam paucissimis & manifestissimis celebrationum sacramentis Miserecordia Dei esse I liberate voluit, servilibus oneribus premunt, ut tolerabilior sit Condition Judaeor•m, qui etiamfi Tempus libertatis non agnoverint, legalibus tamen sarcinis non humanis praesumptionibus subjiciuntur.
Sed Ecclesia Dei inter multam paleam, multaque zizania, constituta multa tolerat• & tamen quae sunt contra fidem, vel bonam vitam, non approbat, nec tacet, nec facit.
said Ecclesia Dei inter Much Paleas, multaque zizania, Constituted Multa tolerat• & tamen Quae sunt contra fidem, vel Good vitam, non Approbat, nec tacet, nec facit.
