A sermon preached before the Queen at White-Hall on the 29th of May, 1694, being the anniversary of King Charles II, his birth and restauration by the Right Reverend Father in God, Gilbert Lord Bishop of Sarum.

Burnet, Gilbert, 1643-1715
Publisher: Printed for Ri Chiswell
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1694
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A30444 ESTC ID: R4125 STC ID: B5901
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Psalms CV, 5; Charles -- II, -- King of England, 1630-1685;
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0 A SERMON Preached Before the QUEEN. A SERMON Preached Before the QUEEN. dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 4
1 PSALM CV. 5. Remember his Marvellous Works that he hath done his Wonders, and the Judgments of his Mouth. PSALM CV. 5. remember his Marvellous Works that he hath done his Wonders, and the Judgments of his Mouth. np1 crd. crd np1 po31 j vvz cst pns31 vhz vdn po31 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 4
2 THE chief design of the Anniversaries, as well as of the Rituals instituted by Moses, was to oblige the Jewish Nation frequently to reflect upon the wonderful Characters of Gods love and care of them, THE chief Design of the Anniversaries, as well as of the Rituals instituted by Moses, was to oblige the Jewish nation frequently to reflect upon the wondered Characters of God's love and care of them, dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2, c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp np1, vbds pc-acp vvi dt jp n1 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 4
3 and the Signal Miracles wrought for their Preservation and Deliverance. and the Signal Miracles wrought for their Preservation and Deliverance. cc dt n1 n2 vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 4
4 Upon the returns of those Days, and upon the performance of many Rites, which had no clear signification in themselves, it was natural for the younger, and the more ignorant among them, to ask what the meaning of those things was? And then the Fathers and Masters of Families made them long and particular Recitals of their Deliverance out of Egypt, on the days of their Paschal Festivity, of their Station at Mount Sinai; and the Promulgation of the Law, at their Pentecost; and of their march through the Wilderness, on the Feast of Tabernacles; and with the Commemoration of those Signal Transactions, they were to mix Reflections on their Religion and Laws, their Obligations to adhere to the one, Upon the returns of those Days, and upon the performance of many Rites, which had no clear signification in themselves, it was natural for the younger, and the more ignorant among them, to ask what the meaning of those things was? And then the Father's and Masters of Families made them long and particular Recitals of their Deliverance out of Egypt, on the days of their Paschal Festivity, of their Station At Mount Sinai; and the Promulgation of the Law, At their Pentecost; and of their march through the Wilderness, on the Feast of Tabernacles; and with the Commemoration of those Signal Transactions, they were to mix Reflections on their Religion and Laws, their Obligations to adhere to the one, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vhd dx j n1 p-acp px32, pn31 vbds j p-acp dt jc, cc dt av-dc j p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbds? cc av dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vvd pno32 av-j cc j n2 pp-f po32 n1 av pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 np1 n1, pp-f po32 n1 p-acp vvb np1; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp po32 np1; cc pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 n2, pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n2, po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt pi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 4
5 and to conform themselves to the other. and to conform themselves to the other. cc pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 4
6 This was the provision that God made for keeping that People always in mind of his Goodness to them, This was the provision that God made for keeping that People always in mind of his goodness to them, d vbds dt n1 cst np1 vvd p-acp vvg d n1 av p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 4
7 and of their Duty to him, besides the Weekly returns of their Sabbaths, and the Monthly returns of their New-Moons. Those Festivities were of Seven or Eight days a piece: and of their Duty to him, beside the Weekly returns of their Sabbaths, and the Monthly returns of their New moons. Those Festivities were of Seven or Eight days a piece: cc pp-f po32 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2. d n2 vbdr pp-f crd cc crd n2 dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 4
8 And all the People of the Land assembled then at Ierusalem, and spent that time in Discoursing over those Memorable Transactions. And all the People of the Land assembled then At Ierusalem, and spent that time in Discoursing over those Memorable Transactions. cc d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn av p-acp np1, cc vvn d n1 p-acp vvg p-acp d j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 4
9 The Rituals of their Worship at the Temple on these days, were likewise suited to the ends of those Institutions, The Rituals of their Worship At the Temple on these days, were likewise suited to the ends of those Institutions, dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, vbdr av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
10 and several of Davids Psalms were probably intended, as Hymns to be Sung at those times for heightning the Solemnities of the Feast, and several of Davids Psalms were probably intended, as Hymns to be Sung At those times for heightening the Solemnities of the Feast, cc j pp-f npg1 n2 vbdr av-j vvn, c-acp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
11 and for infusing those matters deeper, both into the Memories and the Affections of the People. and for infusing those matters Deeper, both into the Memories and the Affections of the People. cc p-acp vvg d n2 avc-jn, d p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
12 In the daily Worship of the Iews, they made use only of a small number of the Psalms, the greatest part of them being composed upon some of the eminent turns of Davids own Life: In the daily Worship of the Iews, they made use only of a small number of the Psalms, the greatest part of them being composed upon Some of the eminent turns of Davids own Life: p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, pns32 vvd vvi av-j pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, dt js n1 pp-f pno32 vbg vvn p-acp d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f npg1 d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
13 But others relate to remoter and more general Matters. But Others relate to Remoter and more general Matters. cc-acp n2-jn vvb p-acp jc cc av-dc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
14 This and the following Psalms, seem to have been penned for the Passeover: This carries on the Thread of Gods Providences towards their Fathers, till they came out of Egypt: The next begins at the Wonders wrought in the Red-Sea, to which he adds a lively Recital of their Ingratitude, Disobedience, and frequent Murmurings: This and the following Psalms, seem to have been penned for the Passover: This carries on the Thread of God's Providences towards their Father's, till they Come out of Egypt: The next begins At the Wonders wrought in the Red sea, to which he adds a lively Recital of their Ingratitude, Disobedience, and frequent Murmurings: np1 cc dt j-vvg n2, vvb pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt np1: d vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vvd av pp-f np1: dt ord vvz p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, n1, cc j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
15 The one Psalm tending as much to humble that Nation, with a Representation of the Sins of their Fore fathers, The one Psalm tending as much to humble that nation, with a Representation of the Sins of their Before Father's, dt crd n1 vvg c-acp av-d pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
16 as the other exalted them with Reflections on Gods care and love to their Ancestors, that had appeared in such Surprising-Instances. as the other exalted them with Reflections on God's care and love to their Ancestors, that had appeared in such Surprising-Instances. c-acp dt j-jn vvn pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp npg1 n1 cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, cst vhd vvn p-acp d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
17 Both these Psalms are introduced and ended with such elevating Expressions, that could not but very much affect the Israelites, as oft as they repeated them, Both these Psalms Are introduced and ended with such elevating Expressions, that could not but very much affect the Israelites, as oft as they repeated them, av-d d n2 vbr vvd cc vvn p-acp d j-vvg n2, cst vmd xx cc-acp av av-d vvi dt np2, c-acp av c-acp pns32 vvd pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
18 or heard them Sung in the Temple. or herd them Sung in the Temple. cc vvd pno32 vvn p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
19 In the words of my Text, we have, in short, the chief Duty of those and all other Festivities: In the words of my Text, we have, in short, the chief Duty of those and all other Festivities: p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, pns12 vhb, p-acp j, dt j-jn n1 pp-f d cc d j-jn n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 4
20 They tend to raise our Minds towards God, to acknowledge and adore his Providence, Remember his Marvellous Works that he hath done ▪ his Wonders: They tend to raise our Minds towards God, to acknowledge and adore his Providence, remember his Marvellous Works that he hath done ▪ his Wonders: pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1, vvb po31 j vvz cst pns31 vhz vdn ▪ po31 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 4
21 Some have thought that one of these words belongs to the Miracles that were wrought for that People, some have Thought that one of these words belongs to the Miracles that were wrought for that People, d vhb vvn d crd pp-f d n2 vvz p-acp dt n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 4
22 and that the other belongs to those Happy Providences that had watched over them, and conducted them; and that the other belongs to those Happy Providences that had watched over them, and conducted them; cc cst dt n-jn vvz p-acp d j n2 cst vhd vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvd pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 4
23 but there may perhaps be too much nicety in this, for as both the Words seem to relate to Miracles, the History here related to being one continued Scene of Miracles, so it is an ordinary piece of Beauty in Poetry, especially when it is designed for Musick, to express the same thing by different words; but there may perhaps be too much nicety in this, for as both the Words seem to relate to Miracles, the History Here related to being one continued Scene of Miracles, so it is an ordinary piece of Beauty in Poetry, especially when it is designed for Music, to express the same thing by different words; cc-acp a-acp vmb av vbi av av-d n1 p-acp d, c-acp c-acp d dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, dt n1 av vvn p-acp vbg pi vvn n1 pp-f n2, av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, av-j c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt d n1 p-acp j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 4
24 and therefore I shall not strain these too nicely: and Therefore I shall not strain these too nicely: cc av pns11 vmb xx vvi d av av-j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 4
25 But while they remembred the Miracles that God had wrought, in order to the bringing them out of Egypt, they were not to forget the Iudgments of his Mouth or Face, that is, the Laws which were delivered on Mount Sinai; first to Moses Face to Face, and to the whole Nation in that Majestick appearance, which rested on the top of the Mountain, But while they remembered the Miracles that God had wrought, in order to the bringing them out of Egypt, they were not to forget the Judgments of his Mouth or Face, that is, the Laws which were Delivered on Mount Sinai; First to Moses Face to Face, and to the Whole nation in that Majestic appearance, which rested on the top of the Mountain, cc-acp cs pns32 vvd dt n2 cst np1 vhd vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pno32 av pp-f np1, pns32 vbdr xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, cst vbz, dt n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp vvb np1; ord p-acp np1 n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d j n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 4
26 and in that dreadful Promulgation, which did not only terrifie the Israelites, but Moses himself, who though more accustomed to Divine Manifestations did Fear and Tremble exceedingly. Iudgments being one of those words that are used promiscuously with Laws, Statutes, and Commandments, as appears through the whole 129 Psalm. and in that dreadful Promulgation, which did not only terrify the Israelites, but Moses himself, who though more accustomed to Divine Manifestations did fear and Tremble exceedingly. Judgments being one of those words that Are used promiscuously with Laws, Statutes, and commandments, as appears through the Whole 129 Psalm. cc p-acp d j n1, r-crq vdd xx av-j vvi dt np2, p-acp np1 px31, r-crq cs av-dc vvn p-acp j-jn n2 vdd vvi cc vvb av-vvg. n2 vbg crd pp-f d n2 cst vbr vvn av-j p-acp n2, n2, cc n2, c-acp vvz p-acp dt j-jn crd n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 4
27 These words thus opened, do plainly lead us to consider the right end, and true use of Anniversaries, which is to have the Impressions of Gods governing the World infixed deeply upon us; These words thus opened, do plainly led us to Consider the right end, and true use of Anniversaries, which is to have the Impressions of God's governing the World infixed deeply upon us; d n2 av vvn, vdb av-j vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, cc j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz pc-acp vhi dt n2 pp-f n2 vvg dt n1 vvn av-jn p-acp pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
28 by considering the more eminent steps of his Providence, that from thence we may be brought under a deeper Sence of our Obligations and Duty to him. by considering the more eminent steps of his Providence, that from thence we may be brought under a Deeper Sense of our Obligations and Duty to him. p-acp vvg dt av-dc j n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst p-acp av pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt jc-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
29 The repassing frequently in our minds, the Blessings that have descended either upon that Church and Nation to which we belong, The repassing frequently in our minds, the Blessings that have descended either upon that Church and nation to which we belong, dt vvg av-j p-acp po12 n2, dt n2 cst vhb vvn av-d p-acp cst n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
30 and in whose prosperity every individual has a share; and in whose Prosperity every Individu has a share; cc p-acp rg-crq n1 d j-jn vhz dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
31 or more particularly upon our selves, is a Duty of Religion which is sounded upon the common Principles of Gratitude and Justice. or more particularly upon our selves, is a Duty of Religion which is sounded upon the Common Principles of Gratitude and justice. cc av-dc av-j p-acp po12 n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
32 If the favours that we receive from one another, ought to be frequently thought on by us, to beget in us due acknowledgments, If the favours that we receive from one Another, ought to be frequently Thought on by us, to beget in us due acknowledgments, cs dt n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp crd j-jn, pi pc-acp vbi av-j vvn a-acp p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 j-jn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
33 and to oblige us to suitable returns, then by a higher Parity of Reason, we ought to raise our minds to a very frequent revolving of those great and unvaluable Blessings, that have in so distinguisht a manner, been now for many years the happy Lot of this Church and Nation. An• as every Man will find in the Series of his own small concerns, much matter of Reflection and Praise, and to oblige us to suitable returns, then by a higher Parity of Reason, we ought to raise our minds to a very frequent revolving of those great and unvaluable Blessings, that have in so distinguished a manner, been now for many Years the happy Lot of this Church and nation. An• as every Man will find in the Series of his own small concerns, much matter of Reflection and Praise, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j n2, av p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j j vvg pp-f d j cc j n2, cst vhb p-acp av vvn dt n1, vbn av p-acp d n2 dt j n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1. np1 p-acp d n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d j vvz, d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
34 when he considers that watchful Providence that has hovered over him, that has by an indiscernable conduct, carried him by many Dangers, which he seemed to be courting, when he considers that watchful Providence that has hovered over him, that has by an indiscernible conduct, carried him by many Dangers, which he seemed to be courting, c-crq pns31 vvz d j n1 cst vhz vvd p-acp pno31, cst vhz p-acp dt j n1, vvd pno31 p-acp d n2, r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
35 and into which he had precipitated himself, if that good Hand had not diverted the danger from him, or him from it: and into which he had precipitated himself, if that good Hand had not diverted the danger from him, or him from it: cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn px31, cs cst j n1 vhd xx vvn dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc pno31 p-acp pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
36 Often dangers being past before we were so much as aware of them. The good things that we receive, come to us often very unexpectedly, by unpromising means, Often dangers being passed before we were so much as aware of them. The good things that we receive, come to us often very unexpectedly, by unpromising means, av n2 vbg vvn a-acp pns12 vbdr av av-d c-acp j pp-f pno32. dt j n2 cst pns12 vvb, vvb p-acp pno12 av av av-j, p-acp j-vvg n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
37 and by a Conjuncture that we had neither laid, nor so much as ever looked for: and by a Conjuncture that we had neither laid, nor so much as ever looked for: cc p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vhd av-d vvn, ccx av av-d c-acp av vvn c-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
38 In short, every Man, who does attentively and gratefully observe the Methods of Providence towards him, will be soon able to furnish himself with much matter of Meditation here: In short, every Man, who does attentively and gratefully observe the Methods of Providence towards him, will be soon able to furnish himself with much matter of Meditation Here: p-acp j, d n1, r-crq vdz av-j cc av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
39 But I am now upon a more general Subject, of considering the Reflections that we ought to make on those Blessings, that come down upon greater Bodies in common; But I am now upon a more general Subject, of considering the Reflections that we ought to make on those Blessings, that come down upon greater Bodies in Common; cc-acp pns11 vbm av p-acp dt av-dc j j-jn, pp-f vvg dt n2 cst pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, cst vvb a-acp p-acp jc n2 p-acp j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
40 which Anniversaries are designed to perpetrate. which Anniversaries Are designed to perpetrate. r-crq n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 4
41 Here is an exercise of Religion which is beyond no mans compass of thought or capacity. Here is an exercise of Religion which is beyond no men compass of Thought or capacity. av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dx ng1 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
42 A little memory to lay things together, and a small measure of judgment to observe the visible causes and consequences of them, will serve turn here; A little memory to lay things together, and a small measure of judgement to observe the visible Causes and consequences of them, will serve turn Here; dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 av, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32, vmb vvi vvi av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
43 some may descend to more particulars than others, and may reason more exactly; Some may descend to more particulars than Others, and may reason more exactly; d vmb vvi p-acp n1 n2-jn cs n2-jn, cc vmb vvi av-dc av-j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
44 but every man is capable of thought enough upon this head, to beget in him a sense of the power and wisdom, the justice and goodness of God, in the Government of the World. but every man is capable of Thought enough upon this head, to beget in him a sense of the power and Wisdom, the Justice and Goodness of God, in the Government of the World. cc-acp d n1 vbz j pp-f n1 av-d p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
45 A man needs no great stock of knowledge, nor much fineness of thought to go far here; A man needs no great stock of knowledge, nor much fineness of Thought to go Far Here; dt n1 vvz dx j n1 pp-f n1, ccx d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi av-j av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
46 and as this sort of exercise is within every mans reach, so it has not in it that irksomness that hangs often upon other duties, such as publick or private worship, the sorrowings of repentance, or earnestness in prayer: and as this sort of exercise is within every men reach, so it has not in it that irksomeness that hangs often upon other duties, such as public or private worship, the sorrowings of Repentance, or earnestness in prayer: cc c-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp d ng1 n1, av pn31 vhz xx p-acp pn31 d n1 cst vvz av p-acp j-jn n2, d c-acp j cc j n1, dt n2-vvg pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
47 this goes more with the grain, there is no pain but a very considerable pleasure in it. this Goes more with the grain, there is no pain but a very considerable pleasure in it. d vvz av-dc p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
48 All History, especially what is secret and instructing, is pleasant, but most of all are such Remarks from History as represent the Church and Kingdom to which we belong as the special Subjects of a favourable Providence. All History, especially what is secret and instructing, is pleasant, but most of all Are such Remarks from History as represent the Church and Kingdom to which we belong as the special Subject's of a favourable Providence. av-d n1, av-j r-crq vbz j-jn cc vvg, vbz j, cc-acp ds pp-f d vbr d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n2-jn pp-f dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
49 Partiality and self-love may carry us too far on this head, and make us construe things too advantageously of our own side, and stretch them too much; Partiality and Self-love may carry us too Far on this head, and make us construe things too advantageously of our own side, and stretch them too much; n1 cc n1 vmb vvi pno12 av av-j p-acp d n1, cc vvb pno12 vvi n2 av av-j pp-f po12 d n1, cc vvi pno32 av av-d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
50 imagining perhaps, that to be the indication of a more particular care, which was only the effect of a general Providence: imagining perhaps, that to be the indication of a more particular care, which was only the Effect of a general Providence: vvg av, cst pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt av-dc j n1, r-crq vbds av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
51 but even this bias upon us, to carry our Observations further then things will bear, makes it out, that such Meditations are exercises that give much more pleasure than pain. but even this bias upon us, to carry our Observations further then things will bear, makes it out, that such Meditations Are exercises that give much more pleasure than pain. cc-acp av d n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-jc cs n2 vmb vvi, vvz pn31 av, cst d n2 vbr n2 cst vvb d dc n1 cs n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
52 Sometimes I confess a black prospect and a gloomy face of things, may be on the other hand as unreasonably aggravated by men of melancholly tempers: Sometime I confess a black prospect and a gloomy face of things, may be on the other hand as unreasonably aggravated by men of melancholy tempers: av pns11 vvb dt j-jn n1 cc dt j n1 pp-f n2, vmb vbi p-acp dt j-jn n1 c-acp av-j vvn p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
53 yet even in that case, the remembring past deliverances gives livelier and more promising hopes, yet even in that case, the remembering past Deliverances gives livelier and more promising hope's, av av p-acp d n1, dt vvg j n2 vvz jc cc av-dc j-vvg n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
54 so that this may be well reckoned the easiest and pleasantest exercise of Religion, nor is there any one more useful: so that this may be well reckoned the Easiest and Pleasantest exercise of Religion, nor is there any one more useful: av cst d vmb vbi av vvn dt js cc js n1 pp-f n1, ccx vbz pc-acp d pi av-dc j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
55 nothing shews the folly of Man, and the wisdom of God more eminently, then when we set them together: nothing shows the folly of Man, and the Wisdom of God more eminently, then when we Set them together: pix vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dc av-j, av c-crq pns12 vvd pno32 av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
56 nothing shews the corruptions of the Human Nature, and mercies of the Divine more conspicuously, nothing mitigates the sharpness of our afflictions, nothing shows the corruptions of the Human Nature, and Mercies of the Divine more conspicuously, nothing mitigates the sharpness of our afflictions, pix vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc n2 pp-f dt j-jn av-dc av-j, pix vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
57 nor tempers our mind in prosperity so much as our depending upon Providence and ascribing the good things that happen to its influence, nor tempers our mind in Prosperity so much as our depending upon Providence and ascribing the good things that happen to its influence, ccx n2 po12 n1 p-acp n1 av av-d c-acp po12 vvg p-acp n1 cc vvg dt j n2 cst vvb p-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
58 and not claiming too great a share in them to our selves; and not claiming too great a share in them to our selves; cc xx vvg av j dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
59 nothing tempers the mind so equally in every turn and sta•• of life, as the Belief of God's go•erning the World, nothing tempers the mind so equally in every turn and sta•• of life, as the Belief of God's go•erning the World, pix n2 dt n1 av av-jn p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
60 and the turning our thoughts frequently to serious reflections upon it. and the turning our thoughts frequently to serious reflections upon it. cc dt vvg po12 n2 av-j p-acp j n2 p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 4
61 I will not enter here upon that deep, but mysterious, and often abused Argument of Providence. I will not enter Here upon that deep, but mysterious, and often abused Argument of Providence. pns11 vmb xx vvi av p-acp d j-jn, cc-acp j, cc av vvn n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
62 I suppose you do all believe it; for indeed if you believe it not, you believe nothing in Religion, to any purpose: I suppose you do all believe it; for indeed if you believe it not, you believe nothing in Religion, to any purpose: pns11 vvb pn22 vdb d vvb pn31; c-acp av cs pn22 vvb pn31 xx, pn22 vvb pix p-acp n1, p-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
63 without this, our Prayers and Praises would come within a very small compass: our faith and hope would be much narrower; without this, our Prayers and Praises would come within a very small compass: our faith and hope would be much narrower; p-acp d, po12 n2 cc n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt j j n1: po12 n1 cc n1 vmd vbi av-d jc; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
64 and our love to God would be much blunted, if we brought our selves once to think, that all things go in a chain, that there are no special directions in the conduct of this World; and our love to God would be much blunted, if we brought our selves once to think, that all things go in a chain, that there Are no special directions in the conduct of this World; cc po12 n1 p-acp np1 vmd vbi av-d vvn, cs pns12 vvd po12 n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi, cst d n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, cst a-acp vbr dx j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
65 but that Chance or Fate dispence every thing; either with inexorable sullenness or in a tumultuary levity; but that Chance or Fate dispense every thing; either with inexorable sullenness or in a tumultuary levity; cc-acp d vvb cc n1 vvi d n1; d p-acp j n1 cc p-acp dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
66 We must in consequence to such perswasions let our selves loose from all the restraints and all the seriousness of Religion: We must in consequence to such persuasions let our selves lose from all the restraints and all the seriousness of Religion: pns12 vmb p-acp n1 p-acp d n2 vvb po12 n2 vvi p-acp d dt n2 cc d dt n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
67 but instead of these, how ungrateful soever they may be to undisciplined minds, we should have nothing to ballance, to fix or to govern us, but instead of these, how ungrateful soever they may be to undisciplined minds, we should have nothing to balance, to fix or to govern us, cc-acp av pp-f d, c-crq j av pns32 vmb vbi p-acp j n2, pns12 vmd vhi pix pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
68 but should be toss'd from wave to wave. but should be tossed from wave to wave. cc-acp vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
69 We should either have the black Cloud of hard fate hang over us, or be in the constant fears of the next bad chance, which might in a minute throw down all that former good ones had built up. We should either have the black Cloud of hard fate hang over us, or be in the constant fears of the next bad chance, which might in a minute throw down all that former good ones had built up. pns12 vmd d vhb dt j-jn n1 pp-f j n1 vvb p-acp pno12, cc vbb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt ord j n1, r-crq vmd p-acp dt n1 vvb a-acp d cst j j pi2 vhd vvn a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
70 A man that does not believe a Providence has no support from a better prospect in his ill circumstances, A man that does not believe a Providence has no support from a better prospect in his ill Circumstances, dt n1 cst vdz xx vvi dt n1 vhz dx n1 p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
71 nor are his good ones secured to him by any hope of their continuance: nor Are his good ones secured to him by any hope of their Continuance: ccx vbr po31 j pi2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f po32 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
72 whereas he who believes that all things are directed by infinite wisdom and goodness, receives the good things that fall to him with a particular tenderness; whereas he who believes that all things Are directed by infinite Wisdom and Goodness, receives the good things that fallen to him with a particular tenderness; cs pns31 r-crq vvz d d n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1, vvz dt j n2 cst vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
73 because they seem to be the indications of the love of his heavenly Father towards him; Because they seem to be the indications of the love of his heavenly Father towards him; c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
74 and he expects that they shall be continued to him, as long as it is fit that he should hold them, that is, and he expects that they shall be continued to him, as long as it is fit that he should hold them, that is, cc pns31 vvz cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32, cst vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
75 as long as they are real blessing to him; and he desires to keep them no longer, and on no other terms: as long as they Are real blessing to him; and he Desires to keep them no longer, and on no other terms: c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vbr j n1 p-acp pno31; cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 av-dx av-jc, cc p-acp dx j-jn n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
76 he does not sink under calamities; he considers them as medicinal things sent to reform him or to try his vertues, he does not sink under calamities; he considers them as medicinal things sent to reform him or to try his Virtues, pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp n2; pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp j n2 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
77 and to make some publick Essay of the force and firmness of his faith and patience. and to make Some public Essay of the force and firmness of his faith and patience. cc pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 4
78 To all this, that demonstrates how much a happier thing it is for Mankind to be under the belief of Providence then otherwise, I will only add one consideration that wise men have observed in many different Ages and Climates of the World; To all this, that demonstrates how much a Happier thing it is for Mankind to be under the belief of Providence then otherwise, I will only add one consideration that wise men have observed in many different Ages and Climates of the World; p-acp d d, cst vvz c-crq av-d dt jc n1 pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av av, pns11 vmb av-j vvi crd n1 cst j n2 vhb vvn p-acp d j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 4
79 and which they have thought no small confirmation of this great Article of Religion; and which they have Thought no small confirmation of this great Article of Religion; cc r-crq pns32 vhb vvn dx j n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 4
80 that at some times a strange Spirit seems to run through whole Nations an• Communities, which can hardly be either resisted or repressed. that At Some times a strange Spirit seems to run through Whole nations an• Communities, which can hardly be either resisted or repressed. cst p-acp d n2 dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2 n1 n2, r-crq vmb av vbi d vvn cc vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 4
81 A great Impetus and Fermentation works powerfully for a while, and then goes off, without any visible cause that appears, either for its beginning or for its ending. A great Impetus and Fermentation works powerfully for a while, and then Goes off, without any visible cause that appears, either for its beginning or for its ending. dt j np1 cc n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, cc av vvz a-acp, p-acp d j n1 cst vvz, av-d p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n-vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 4
82 The same occasions that produced such a temper at one time, will not have the same effect at another; The same occasions that produced such a temper At one time, will not have the same Effect At Another; dt d n2 cst vvd d dt n1 p-acp crd n1, vmb xx vhi dt d n1 p-acp j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 4
83 an irresistible courage does sometimes rise in great Bodies, as unaccountably as it falls. an irresistible courage does sometime rise in great Bodies, as unaccountably as it falls. dt j n1 vdz av vvi p-acp j n2, c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 4
84 The servour with which the Reformation began was not more extraordinary, than the flatness under which it has fallen in this Age, The servour with which the Reformation began was not more extraordinary, than the flatness under which it has fallen in this Age, dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvd vbds xx av-dc j, cs dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vhz vvn p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 4
85 and the extraordinary heat and giddiness that spread it self over these Nations in the beginning of the wars, was not more amazing than the calm conclusion in which they ended at last, which is the blessing that we do now commemorate, and the extraordinary heat and giddiness that spread it self over these nations in the beginning of the wars, was not more amazing than the Cam conclusion in which they ended At last, which is the blessing that we do now commemorate, cc dt j n1 cc n1 cst vvd pn31 n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2, vbds xx av-dc j-vvg cs dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp ord, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vdb av j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 4
86 and on which I do now enter. and on which I do now enter. cc p-acp r-crq pns11 vdb av vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 4
87 But as the Iews did at the Paschal Solemnity carry back the recapitulation of their deliverance out of Egypt, to God's first calling Abraham out of the Land of the Caldeans, so that we may make fuller and clearer reflections on the blessings of God to this Church and Nation, in the protection and prosperity of the Royal Family, and that in the same view, we may observe those extraordinary steps of Providence, that have appeared both towards the Crown and the Reformation, But as the Iews did At the Paschal Solemnity carry back the recapitulation of their deliverance out of Egypt, to God's First calling Abraham out of the Land of the Chaldaeans, so that we may make fuller and clearer reflections on the blessings of God to this Church and nation, in the protection and Prosperity of the Royal Family, and that in the same view, we may observe those extraordinary steps of Providence, that have appeared both towards the Crown and the Reformation, cc-acp p-acp dt np2 vdd p-acp dt np1 n1 vvb av dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 av pp-f np1, p-acp npg1 ord vvg np1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, av cst pns12 vmb vvi jc cc jc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc cst p-acp dt d n1, pns12 vmb vvi d j n2 pp-f n1, cst vhb vvn av-d p-acp dt vvb cc dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 4
88 and at once, both consider his Wonders, and the Iudgments of his Mouth, suffer me to begin my Recital of some more Signal Providences, and At once, both Consider his Wonders, and the Judgments of his Mouth, suffer me to begin my Recital of Some more Signal Providences, cc p-acp a-acp, d vvb po31 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 pp-f d dc n1 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 4
89 as high as the first beginnings of the Reformation. as high as the First beginnings of the Reformation. c-acp j c-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 4
90 Before that time, our Princes were but half Kings, a Forreign Power ruled over the Consciences of their People: Before that time, our Princes were but half Kings, a Foreign Power ruled over the Consciences of their People: p-acp d n1, po12 n2 vbdr p-acp j-jn n2, dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
91 The Immunities of Places and Persons were great checks to their Authority. The Immunities of Places and Persons were great Checks to their authority. dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 vbdr j n2 p-acp po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
92 The best part of the Soil, and much of the Wealth and Treasure of the Kingdom, were at the disposal of a Body that claimed to be Independent on the Crown; and were subject to a severe Master, at whose Mercy our Kings Reigned, The best part of the Soil, and much of the Wealth and Treasure of the Kingdom, were At the disposal of a Body that claimed to be Independent on the Crown; and were Subject to a severe Master, At whose Mercy our Kings Reigned, dt js n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvd pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt n1; cc vbdr j-jn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 po12 n2 vvd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
93 and governed their Subjects; and were frequently put into great Convulsions, when they seemed to break in upon an Authority that pretended to be Sacred, and on that score justified its being so tender of all its Usurpations. and governed their Subject's; and were frequently put into great Convulsions, when they seemed to break in upon an authority that pretended to be Sacred, and on that score justified its being so tender of all its Usurpations. cc vvd po32 n2-jn; cc vbdr av-j vvn p-acp j n2, c-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vvd pc-acp vbi j, cc p-acp d n1 vvd po31 n1 av j pp-f d po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
94 A High-spirited King arose, who together with his People, were resolved to bear no longer with that Diminution of the Security and Dignity of this Imperial Crown: The Importance of that Word, as it is used in our Laws, having no Relation to our Constitution at home, A High-spirited King arose, who together with his People, were resolved to bear no longer with that Diminution of the Security and Dignity of this Imperial Crown: The Importance of that Word, as it is used in our Laws, having no Relation to our Constitution At home, dt j n1 vvd, r-crq av p-acp po31 n1, vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j-jn n1: dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n2, vhg dx n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1-an, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
95 as some have vainly imagined, it signifying only, that this was a compleat Government within it self, having no dependance on any Forreign Authority whatsoever. as Some have vainly imagined, it signifying only, that this was a complete Government within it self, having no dependence on any Foreign authority whatsoever. c-acp d vhb av-j vvn, pn31 vvg av-j, cst d vbds dt j n1 p-acp pn31 n1, vhg dx n1 p-acp d j n1 r-crq. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
96 That King though often threatned with Invasion and Rebellion, and though he had drawn upon himself the Fury and Revenges of a vast multitude of Implacable Wasps, whom he had stirred out of their Nests, yet escaped all dangers, That King though often threatened with Invasion and Rebellion, and though he had drawn upon himself the Fury and Revenges of a vast multitude of Implacable Wasps, whom he had stirred out of their Nests, yet escaped all dangers, cst n1 c-acp av vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, cc cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp px31 dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn av pp-f po32 n2, av vvd d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
97 and carried on his designs as far as his Principles could go: and carried on his designs as Far as his Principles could go: cc vvd p-acp po31 n2 c-acp av-j c-acp po31 n2 vmd vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
98 He removed the Rubbish, and so made way for that which he could not have promo•ed himself, being still deeply tinctured with his first Impressions and Engagements. He removed the Rubbish, and so made Way for that which he could not have promo•ed himself, being still deeply tinctured with his First Impressions and Engagements. pns31 vvd dt n1, cc av vvd n1 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn px31, vbg av av-jn vvn p-acp po31 ord n2 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
99 It was much for one Man, to do so much as he did: It was much for one Man, to do so much as he did: pn31 vbds av-d p-acp crd n1, pc-acp vdi av av-d c-acp pns31 vdd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
100 He restored the Crown to a g•eat part of its Lustre, as well as its Authority, He restored the Crown to a g•eat part of its Lustre, as well as its authority, pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
101 and recovered that which was weakly parted with, in a course of many dark and Superstitious Ages. and recovered that which was weakly parted with, in a course of many dark and Superstitious Ages. cc vvd d r-crq vbds av-j vvn p-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
102 Before him our Princes were to make their Applications elsewhere, and to take their measures from thence, Before him our Princes were to make their Applications elsewhere, and to take their measures from thence, p-acp pno31 po12 n2 vbdr pc-acp vvi po32 n2 av, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
103 how their own People were to be governed: how their own People were to be governed: c-crq po32 d n1 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
104 but now the Government is entire, all is done at home, no Vassalage is to be paid to a Tyranny, which was as cruel in its Administration, but now the Government is entire, all is done At home, no Vassalage is to be paid to a Tyranny, which was as cruel in its Administration, cc-acp av dt n1 vbz j, d vbz vdn p-acp n1-an, dx n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds a-acp j p-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
105 as it was unjust in its pretentions; as it was unjust in its pretentions; c-acp pn31 vbds j-u p-acp po31 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
106 and had in a more particular manner oppressed this Kingdom, Triumphing too Imperiously over the easiness of our Princes, and had in a more particular manner oppressed this Kingdom, Triumphing too Imperiously over the easiness of our Princes, cc vhd p-acp dt av-dc j n1 vvn d n1, vvg av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
107 and the Superstition of their Subjects. and the Superstition of their Subject's. cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 4
108 As the first part of that great Work was so far advanced by a King, whom nature had fitted for a performance that required a Man of no ordinary Genius: So a young Prince succeeded, who had every thing in him that was Great and Promising, far beyond his years. As the First part of that great Work was so Far advanced by a King, whom nature had fitted for a performance that required a Man of no ordinary Genius: So a young Prince succeeded, who had every thing in him that was Great and Promising, Far beyond his Years. p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f cst j n1 vbds av av-j vvd p-acp dt n1, ro-crq n1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vvd dt n1 pp-f dx j n1: av dt j n1 vvd, r-crq vhd d n1 p-acp pno31 cst vbds j cc j-vvg, av-j p-acp po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
109 In his Reign our Reformation was perfected, but while some went into that good design upon True and Noble Principles, there was a mixed multitude that came in for a share of the Spoil, and were a Reproach to that which they seemed to promote: One bad Man in particular, who at his Death professed that he had all the while adhered to his old perswasions, In his Reign our Reformation was perfected, but while Some went into that good Design upon True and Noble Principles, there was a mixed multitude that Come in for a share of the Spoil, and were a Reproach to that which they seemed to promote: One bad Man in particular, who At his Death professed that he had all the while adhered to his old persuasions, p-acp po31 vvi po12 n1 vbds vvn, cc-acp cs d vvd p-acp d j n1 p-acp j cc j n2, pc-acp vbds dt vvn n1 cst vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvb, cc vbdr dt n1 p-acp cst r-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi: crd j n1 p-acp j, r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vvd cst pns31 vhd d dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
110 even when he seemed to act most differently from them. even when he seemed to act most differently from them. av c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi av-ds av-j p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
111 The good Men of that time, did look for a terrible Catastraphe: They did not think that God would suffer his House to be built up by such defiled Hands, or bless such a corrupted Scene, with the continuance of so good a King, the Iosias of this Church. The good Men of that time, did look for a terrible Catastrophe: They did not think that God would suffer his House to be built up by such defiled Hands, or bless such a corrupted Scene, with the Continuance of so good a King, the Iosias of this Church. dt j n2 pp-f d n1, vdd vvi p-acp dt j n1: pns32 vdd xx vvi cst np1 vmd vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d vvn n2, cc vvb d dt j-vvn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j dt n1, dt np1 pp-f d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
112 All was quickly laid in the Dust, and turned not only into Rubbish but to Ashes, All was quickly laid in the Dust, and turned not only into Rubbish but to Ashes, av-d vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd xx av-j p-acp n1 cc-acp p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
113 and a severe storm was set over this Church; and a severe storm was Set over this Church; cc dt j n1 vbds vvn p-acp d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
114 but when it was like to have spread it self over the rest of Europe, and that the two Crowns being under the Ministry of two Cardinals, both designing to extirpate the Reformation, were coming into a Peace, that so they might be at leasure for such bloody work at home; but when it was like to have spread it self over the rest of Europe, and that the two Crowns being under the Ministry of two Cardinals, both designing to extirpate the Reformation, were coming into a Peace, that so they might be At leisure for such bloody work At home; cc-acp c-crq pn31 vbds av-j pc-acp vhi vvn pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d dt crd n2 vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, d vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1, vbdr vvg p-acp dt n1, cst av pns32 vmd vbi p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp n1-an; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
115 it pleased God to deliver this Church, to raise up again that light which seemed almost quite extinguisht, it pleased God to deliver this Church, to raise up again that Light which seemed almost quite extinguished, pn31 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp av d n1 r-crq vvd av av vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
116 and to bless us with that ever renowned Queen, who did not only restore and repair what had been ruined at Home; and to bless us with that ever renowned Queen, who did not only restore and repair what had been ruined At Home; cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d av j-vvn n1, r-crq vdd xx av-j vvi cc vvi r-crq vhd vbn vvn p-acp n1-an; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
117 but became the Support and Strength of all Abroad. but became the Support and Strength of all Abroad. cc-acp vvd dt vvb cc n1 pp-f d av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
118 They found not only Sanctuary among us, but carried from us both Force and Treasure, to preserve and secure themselves. They found not only Sanctuary among us, but carried from us both Force and Treasure, to preserve and secure themselves. pns32 vvd xx av-j n1 p-acp pno12, cc-acp vvd p-acp pno12 d n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi px32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
119 Things lookt often so cloudy, whilst the greatest power, and the vastest Treasure of Europe, was engaged with an unrelenting fury on the other side, that for about twenty years together, the wise Ministry of that Reign were every year looking for a fatal Revolution: Things looked often so cloudy, while the greatest power, and the vastest Treasure of Europe, was engaged with an unrelenting fury on the other side, that for about twenty Years together, the wise Ministry of that Reign were every year looking for a fatal Revolution: n2 vvd av av j, cs dt js n1, cc dt js n1 pp-f np1, vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst c-acp p-acp crd n2 av, dt j n1 pp-f d vvi vbr d n1 vvg p-acp dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
120 At last God by blasting all their designs, both open and secret, and chiefly the last and greatest Attempt of the boasted Invincible Armada, did secure that Queen, and Establish this Church; and by her Protection and Influence, several Forreign Churches were also Formed and Established, At last God by blasting all their designs, both open and secret, and chiefly the last and greatest Attempt of the boasted Invincible Armada, did secure that Queen, and Establish this Church; and by her Protection and Influence, several Foreign Churches were also Formed and Established, p-acp ord np1 p-acp vvg d po32 n2, d j cc j-jn, cc av-jn dt ord cc js vvb pp-f dt j-vvn j n1, vdd vvi d n1, cc vvb d n1; cc p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, j j n2 vbdr av vvn cc vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
121 and the Correspondence we maintained with those beyond Sea, made us the safer, and the more united at home. and the Correspondence we maintained with those beyond Sea, made us the safer, and the more united At home. cc dt n1 pns12 vvd p-acp d p-acp n1, vvd pno12 dt jc, cc dt av-dc j-vvn p-acp n1-an. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
122 The Crown was fortified with Alliances and Dependencies abroad, the Nation was spread by many Colonies into remote parts. The Crown was fortified with Alliances and Dependencies abroad, the nation was spread by many Colonies into remote parts. dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 av, dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
123 Trade flourished, and Wealth from all parts flowed in upon us: Trade flourished, and Wealth from all parts flowed in upon us: n1 vvd, cc n1 p-acp d n2 vvd p-acp p-acp pno12: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
124 The blessings both of Heaven and Earth meeting together in that Celebrated Reign. What was wanting to Compleat the Happiness of this Nation was brought about in the next, in which the whole Island was brought under the same Head: And the Northern parts which had been formerly Scenes of War and Desolation, uncultivated and ill peopled, became the quiet Seats of Tillage and Industry; The blessings both of Heaven and Earth meeting together in that Celebrated Reign. What was wanting to Complete the Happiness of this nation was brought about in the next, in which the Whole Island was brought under the same Head: And the Northern parts which had been formerly Scenes of War and Desolation, uncultivated and ill peopled, became the quiet Seats of Tillage and Industry; dt n2 d pp-f n1 cc n1 vvg av p-acp d vvd vvi. q-crq vbds vvg p-acp j dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt ord, p-acp r-crq dt j-jn n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt d n1: cc dt j n2 r-crq vhd vbn av-j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvn cc av-jn vvn, vvd dt j-jn n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
125 so that Nature, that seemed to have laid this Island, and designed it for one Monarchy, was now answered by this happy Union. so that Nature, that seemed to have laid this Island, and designed it for one Monarchy, was now answered by this happy union. av d n1, cst vvd pc-acp vhi vvn d n1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp crd n1, vbds av vvn p-acp d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
126 And the many Disorders in Ireland, forced the Reduction of that Kingdom to Civility and Industry, to the same Laws and Language, And the many Disorders in Ireland, forced the Reduction of that Kingdom to Civility and Industry, to the same Laws and Language, cc dt d n2 p-acp np1, vvd dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt d n2 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
127 and for the greater part to be of the same Stock and Race with our selves. and for the greater part to be of the same Stock and Raze with our selves. cc p-acp dt jc n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 4
128 These are some of the more signal felicities, which have happened to us, and to the Crown that protects and governs us, These Are Some of the more signal felicities, which have happened to us, and to the Crown that protects and governs us, d vbr d pp-f dt av-dc n1 n2, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp pno12, cc p-acp dt vvb cst vvz cc vvz pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 4
129 since that happy light first visited us: And the Land had rest fourscore years: since that happy Light First visited us: And the Land had rest fourscore Years: c-acp cst j j ord vvd pno12: cc dt n1 vhd n1 crd n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 4
130 The longest period that we find marked in the old Testament, of the quiet of the people of Israel. Nor can we easily assign the like period in any History, of such an entire and long continued peace: The longest Period that we find marked in the old Testament, of the quiet of the people of Israel. Nor can we Easily assign the like Period in any History, of such an entire and long continued peace: dt js n1 cst pns12 vvb vvn p-acp dt j n1, pp-f dt j-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. ccx vmb pns12 av-j vvb dt j n1 p-acp d n1, pp-f d dt j cc av-j vvd n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 4
131 for in all that time, tho we had Wars abroad, they never broke in upon us, to disturb us at home. for in all that time, though we had Wars abroad, they never broke in upon us, to disturb us At home. c-acp p-acp d cst n1, cs pns12 vhd n2 av, pns32 av-x vvd p-acp p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1-an. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 4
132 The short and soon supprest Insurrection of some Earls in the North, scarce being to be reckoned as an interruption of our quiet. The short and soon suppressed Insurrection of Some Earls in the North, scarce being to be reckoned as an interruption of our quiet. dt j cc av vvn n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, av-j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 4
133 But while God protected us from our Enemies, yet when we had corrupted our ways before him, he delivered us up to our selves, to be plagued by our own Follies, and they proved severe punishments. But while God protected us from our Enemies, yet when we had corrupted our ways before him, he Delivered us up to our selves, to be plagued by our own Follies, and they proved severe punishments. p-acp cs np1 vvd pno12 p-acp po12 n2, av c-crq pns12 vhd vvn po12 n2 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd pno12 a-acp p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 d n2, cc pns32 vvd j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 4
134 I will not open that black and dismal Scene: I will not open that black and dismal Scene: pns11 vmb xx vvi d j-jn cc j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 4
135 I will not suffer any thing that looks like anger or satyre, to darken the chearfulness of this day, I will not suffer any thing that looks like anger or satire, to darken the cheerfulness of this day, pns11 vmb xx vvi d n1 cst vvz av-j vvi cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 4
136 or to sowr those thoughts that should be now softned to joy; but a joy in God, decent and modest, and suitable to the occasion. or to sour those thoughts that should be now softened to joy; but a joy in God, decent and modest, and suitable to the occasion. cc p-acp j d n2 cst vmd vbi av vvn p-acp n1; cc-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, j cc j, cc j p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 4
137 I will not repeat History or Gazettes: I will not repeat History or Gazettes: pns11 vmb xx vvi n1 cc n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
138 I will only lay before you some reflections that are not the less important, because how obvious soever they may be, I will only lay before you Some reflections that Are not the less important, Because how obvious soever they may be, pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn22 d n2 cst vbr xx dt av-dc j, c-acp c-crq j av pns32 vmb vbi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
139 yet they are not so generally commented on, as they well deserve to be. yet they Are not so generally commented on, as they well deserve to be. av pns32 vbr xx av av-j vvd a-acp, c-acp pns32 av vvi pc-acp vbi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
140 Our Confusion lasted long, and the Scenes shifted so oft, that at last men found no known Constitution, no Precedent either at home or abroad, that could fit us: Our Confusion lasted long, and the Scenes shifted so oft, that At last men found no known Constitution, no Precedent either At home or abroad, that could fit us: po12 n1 vvd av-j, cc dt n2 vvd av av, cst p-acp ord n2 vvd dx j-vvn n1, dx n1 av-d p-acp n1-an cc av, cst vmd vvi pno12: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
141 so that Assemblies of a new nature were formed, in which men gave scope to their imagination; so that Assemblies of a new nature were formed, in which men gave scope to their imagination; av d n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbdr vvn, p-acp r-crq n2 vvd n1 p-acp po32 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
142 to invent a Scheme of Government that could secure us: Bu• all in vain, the Ancient Landmarks stood still in all mens eyes, and thoughts, to invent a Scheme of Government that could secure us: Bu• all in vain, the Ancient Landmarks stood still in all men's eyes, and thoughts, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vmd vvi pno12: np1 d p-acp j, dt j np1 vvd av p-acp d ng2 n2, cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
143 and the Nation grew so weary of its tossings, and so wise after so many practices, that had been made upon it, and the nation grew so weary of its tossings, and so wise After so many practices, that had been made upon it, cc dt n1 vvd av j pp-f po31 n2-vvg, cc av j p-acp av d n2, cst vhd vbn vvn p-acp pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
144 as to return to its first Basis, and to its immemoral Constitution: as to return to its First Basis, and to its immemoral Constitution: c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 ord n1, cc p-acp po31 j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
145 The Confusions of that time will still be preserved in our History, as the best and most demonstrative Arguments, to recommend our Constitution to us: The Confusions of that time will still be preserved in our History, as the best and most demonstrative Arguments, to recommend our Constitution to us: dt n2 pp-f d n1 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1, c-acp dt js cc av-ds j n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno12: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
146 since we see that nothing could bring the Nation to Quiet and Order, till it settled again on its old Foundation, since we see that nothing could bring the nation to Quiet and Order, till it settled again on its old Foundation, c-acp pns12 vvb cst pix vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn cc n1, c-acp pn31 vvd av p-acp po31 j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
147 and returned to that frame under which it had subsisted, and flourished for many Ages; and returned to that frame under which it had subsisted, and flourished for many Ages; cc vvd p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vhd vvn, cc vvd p-acp d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
148 and without which it could not be supported a few years, even tho a resolute and victorious Army, that was deeply engaged both by Principle and Interest, endeavoured to fix it upon another bottom. and without which it could not be supported a few Years, even though a resolute and victorious Army, that was deeply engaged both by Principle and Interest, endeavoured to fix it upon Another bottom. cc p-acp r-crq pn31 vmd xx vbi vvn dt d n2, av cs dt j cc j n1, cst vbds av-jn vvn d p-acp n1 cc n1, vvd pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
149 The Tide turned, and how strangely soever mens Passions and Humours wrought against it, yet nothing could withstand the united desires of the whole Nation, that called aloud for bringing back the King. This no doubt has been, The Tide turned, and how strangely soever men's Passion and Humours wrought against it, yet nothing could withstand the united Desires of the Whole nation, that called aloud for bringing back the King. This no doubt has been, dt n1 vvd, cc c-crq av-j av ng2 n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp pn31, av pix vmd vvi dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cst vvd av p-acp vvg av dt n1. d dx n1 vhz vbn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
150 and will still be a powerful Curb to restrain the violence of some mens tempers; and will still be a powerful Curb to restrain the violence of Some men's tempers; cc vmb av vbi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d ng2 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
151 and to make all to consider, how hard it is even by Force and with Success, to work a Nation off from its antient and known Government, to new Models and airey Speculations. and to make all to Consider, how hard it is even by Force and with Success, to work a nation off from its ancient and known Government, to new Models and airy Speculations. cc pc-acp vvi d pc-acp vvi, c-crq av-j pn31 vbz av p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp p-acp po31 j cc j-vvn n1, p-acp j n2 cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 4
152 The great and free range that Enthusiam then had, the multiplicity as well as the extravagance of the Sects that sprung up among us, in those day of Confusion and Violence, the wild Notions as well as the ungoverned practices of the several parties, their mutual animosities, The great and free range that Enthusiam then had, the Multiplicity as well as the extravagance of the Sects that sprung up among us, in those day of Confusion and Violence, the wild Notions as well as the ungoverned practices of the several parties, their mutual animosities, dt j cc j n1 cst np1 av vhd, dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cst vvd a-acp p-acp pno12, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt j n2 c-acp av c-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j n2, po32 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 4
153 and the gross hypocrisie that run too visibly through the greatest numbers of them, did contribute not a little to bring the Nation back to love Decency and Order in sacred matters: and the gross hypocrisy that run too visibly through the greatest numbers of them, did contribute not a little to bring the nation back to love Decency and Order in sacred matters: cc dt j n1 cst vvb av av-j p-acp dt js n2 pp-f pno32, vdd vvi xx dt j pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvb p-acp j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 4
154 and many, who perhaps formerly disliked our publick Establishment, having exceptions that seemed plausible to some particulars in it, came afterwards to see how mischievous it was to bring men once off from rule and order, and to give such scope to humour and fancy: and many, who perhaps formerly disliked our public Establishment, having exceptions that seemed plausible to Some particulars in it, Come afterwards to see how mischievous it was to bring men once off from Rule and order, and to give such scope to humour and fancy: cc d, r-crq av av-j vvn po12 j n1, vhg n2 cst vvd j p-acp d n2-jn p-acp pn31, vvd av pc-acp vvi c-crq j pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi n2 a-acp a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 4
155 and so, they grew more in love with settled methods, and have adhered more firmly to them: and so, they grew more in love with settled methods, and have adhered more firmly to them: cc av, pns32 vvd av-dc p-acp n1 p-acp j-vvn n2, cc vhb vvn av-dc av-j p-acp pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 4
156 and thus we may conclude that the Essay, which was made then to new model both Church and State, how fatal soever it proved to those who were run down in the struggle, and thus we may conclude that the Essay, which was made then to new model both Church and State, how fatal soever it proved to those who were run down in the struggle, cc av pns12 vmb vvi d dt n1, r-crq vbds vvn av p-acp j n1 d n1 cc n1, c-crq j av pn31 vvd p-acp d r-crq vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp dt vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 4
157 yet has since that time, had this good effect, to establish both, upon a firmer foundation in the hearts of the people. yet has since that time, had this good Effect, to establish both, upon a firmer Foundation in the hearts of the people. av vhz p-acp d n1, vhd d j n1, pc-acp vvi d, p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 4
158 Two things were also very eminently remarkable in the whole course of our disorders, the one was, that the very Party which of all others was the most concerned to new cast the Nation into the old model, Two things were also very eminently remarkable in the Whole course of our disorders, the one was, that the very Party which of all Others was the most concerned to new cast the nation into the old model, crd n2 vbdr av av av-j j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2, dt pi vbds, cst dt j n1 r-crq pp-f d n2-jn vbds dt av-ds vvn p-acp j vvd dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 4
159 and to set up that Government, on how bad a title soever, which was that only, that our Law could acknowledge, and to Set up that Government, on how bad a title soever, which was that only, that our Law could acknowledge, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1, p-acp c-crq j dt n1 av, r-crq vbds cst av-j, cst po12 n1 vmd vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 4
160 since they of all others needed a pardon most to cover them from Sacred and Royal Blood, besides many other lesser crimes, which lay upon them, they had also divided among themselves the spoils of the Crown, and of the Church, to which they could have no title founded in Law, without an authority, with which our Constitution did agree: since they of all Others needed a pardon most to cover them from Sacred and Royal Blood, beside many other lesser crimes, which lay upon them, they had also divided among themselves the spoils of the Crown, and of the Church, to which they could have no title founded in Law, without an Authority, with which our Constitution did agree: c-acp pns32 pp-f d n2-jn vvd dt n1 av-ds pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j cc j n1, p-acp d n-jn jc n2, r-crq vvd p-acp pno32, pns32 vhd av vvn p-acp px32 dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd vhi dx n1 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vdd vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 4
161 for so sacred is our frame, that the very shadow of it, has a great operation in Law, and had they agreed to have set up their Idol King, this would have gone so far ▪ both to have indemnified their persons, for so sacred is our frame, that the very shadow of it, has a great operation in Law, and had they agreed to have Set up their Idol King, this would have gone so Far ▪ both to have indemnified their Persons, c-acp av j vbz po12 n1, cst dt j n1 pp-f pn31, vhz dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc vhd pns32 vvn pc-acp vhi vvn a-acp po32 n1 n1, d vmd vhi vvn av av-j ▪ av-d p-acp vhb vvn po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 4
162 and to have secured their Estates, that even the happy Restoration that followed, could not easily have set that matter right: and to have secured their Estates, that even the happy Restoration that followed, could not Easily have Set that matter right: cc pc-acp vhi vvn po32 n2, cst av dt j n1 cst vvd, vmd xx av-j vhi vvn d n1 av-jn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 4
163 both the Crown and the Church had been put to wrestle with great difficulties; both the Crown and the Church had been put to wrestle with great difficulties; d dt vvb cc dt n1 vhd vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 4
164 all which was happily prevented, by the unmanagable stiffness of those, who of all others were the most concerned to have promoted it: all which was happily prevented, by the unmanageable stiffness of those, who of all Others were the most concerned to have promoted it: d r-crq vbds av-j vvn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d, r-crq pp-f d n2-jn vbdr dt av-ds vvn pc-acp vhi vvn pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 4
165 and thus without any considerable difficulty, every thing did easily fall into its old Channel again: and thus without any considerable difficulty, every thing did Easily fallen into its old Channel again: cc av p-acp d j n1, d n1 vdd av-j vvi p-acp po31 j n1 av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 4
166 and when it was too late, those who proved the Instruments of their own Ruin, saw their Errer: and when it was too late, those who proved the Instruments of their own Ruin, saw their Error: cc c-crq pn31 vbds av j, d r-crq vvd dt n2 pp-f po32 d n1, vvd po32 np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 4
167 but could not then rectifie it: but could not then rectify it: cc-acp vmd xx av vvi pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 4
168 they expiated their crimes with their own Blood, and so the Land was purged: and what had been unjustly acquired, was most justly restored back to the true owners again. they expiated their crimes with their own Blood, and so the Land was purged: and what had been unjustly acquired, was most justly restored back to the true owners again. pns32 vvn po32 n2 p-acp po32 d n1, cc av dt n1 vbds vvn: cc r-crq vhd vbn av-j vvn, vbds av-ds av-j vvn av p-acp dt j n2 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 4
169 But the most eminent character of God's merciful Providence towards these Nations, in the blessing of this day, was the manner of it. But the most eminent character of God's merciful Providence towards these nations, in the blessing of this day, was the manner of it. p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vbds dt n1 pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
170 It made our miseries both the less sensible to us, and the less out of our power to overcome, that Strangers got no footing among us, all the while: It made our misery's both the less sensible to us, and the less out of our power to overcome, that Strangers god no footing among us, all the while: pn31 vvd po12 n2 d dt av-dc j p-acp pno12, cc dt av-dc av pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi, cst ng1 vvd dx n-vvg p-acp pno12, d dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
171 and that the depressed side, was not cast on demanding assistance from those who might in conclusion have proved cruel friends, and that the depressed side, was not cast on demanding assistance from those who might in conclusion have proved cruel Friends, cc cst dt vvn n1, vbds xx vvn p-acp vvg n1 p-acp d r-crq vmd p-acp n1 vhb vvn j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
172 and the worst of Enemies. All Europe was so deeply engaged in a long and cruel War, that it was not in the power of our neighbours to take advantage either from the feebleness that our distractions threw us into, and the worst of Enemies. All Europe was so deeply engaged in a long and cruel War, that it was not in the power of our neighbours to take advantage either from the feebleness that our distractions threw us into, cc dt js pp-f n2. d np1 vbds av av-jn vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, cst pn31 vbds xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 cst po12 n2 vvd pno12 p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
173 or from the necessities of the weak and unfortunate side, and so to come in for a share of the spoil, which is commonly all, that Auxiliary forces design on such occasions. or from the necessities of the weak and unfortunate side, and so to come in for a share of the spoil, which is commonly all, that Auxiliary forces Design on such occasions. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz av-j av-d, cst j vvz n1 p-acp d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
174 While the Nation was left to its self, and all was in its own hands, While the nation was left to its self, and all was in its own hands, n1 dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc d vbds p-acp po31 d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
175 as well as its Substance and Stock was kept entire, it was in their own power to return again to their old Foundations. as well as its Substance and Stock was kept entire, it was in their own power to return again to their old Foundations. c-acp av c-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vbds vvn j, pn31 vbds p-acp po32 d n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp po32 j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
176 The time in which this happned, was also Critical, for it was when our destemper was at its height: The time in which this happened, was also Critical, for it was when our destemper was At its height: dt n1 p-acp r-crq d vvd, vbds av j, c-acp pn31 vbds c-crq po12 n1 vbds p-acp po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
177 when an Enthusiastical and Cruel Spirit was in the Ascendant, which probably if it had not then been effectually mastred, had burst forth into very dismal extravagancies. when an Enthusiastical and Cruel Spirit was in the Ascendant, which probably if it had not then been effectually mastered, had burst forth into very dismal extravagancies. c-crq dt j cc j n1 vbds p-acp dt n1, r-crq av-j cs pn31 vhd xx av vbn av-j vvn, vhd vvn av p-acp av j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
178 Enthusiasm armed with power, being like a Sword in a mad mans hand: Enthusiasm armed with power, being like a Sword in a mad men hand: n1 vvn p-acp n1, vbg av-j dt n1 p-acp dt j ng1 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
179 but as our distractions at home were in their heighest Fermentation, the state of affairs abroad changed so considerably, by the Peace that was made between the two Crowns, that then it was highly probable, Foreigners might have thrust themselves into our affairs: but as our distractions At home were in their highest Fermentation, the state of affairs abroad changed so considerably, by the Peace that was made between the two Crowns, that then it was highly probable, Foreigners might have thrust themselves into our affairs: cc-acp c-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1-an vbdr p-acp po32 av-js n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 av vvn av av-j, p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt crd n2, cst av pn31 vbds av-j j, n2 vmd vhi vvn px32 p-acp po12 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
180 and that both out of Political and Religious considerations. and that both out of Political and Religious considerations. cc cst d av pp-f np1 cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
181 It appears to have been the settled opinion of a great Cardinal, and a Chief Minister at that time, that when the War was quite ended, both Crowns should have concurred to the reestabliment of the Royal family; It appears to have been the settled opinion of a great Cardinal, and a Chief Minister At that time, that when the War was quite ended, both Crowns should have concurred to the reestabliment of the Royal family; pn31 vvz pc-acp vhi vbn dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc dt j-jn vvb p-acp d n1, cst c-crq dt n1 vbds av vvn, d n2 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
182 tho from those remnants of his, it also appears that he neither meant well to the King nor to the Nation in it. though from those remnants of his, it also appears that he neither meant well to the King nor to the nation in it. cs p-acp d n2 pp-f png31, pn31 av vvz cst pns31 av-dx vvd av p-acp dt n1 ccx p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
183 However it is most likely, that upon the lessening of the Forces on both sides, that followed upon the Peace, the late King might have received such a powerful assistance of men of fortune, that he might have invaded, or rather come into his Kingdom with a foreign force. However it is most likely, that upon the lessening of the Forces on both sides, that followed upon the Peace, the late King might have received such a powerful assistance of men of fortune, that he might have invaded, or rather come into his Kingdom with a foreign force. c-acp pn31 vbz av-ds j, cst p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n2 p-acp d n2, cst vvd p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 vmd vhi vvn d dt j n1 pp-f n2 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn, cc av-c vvb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
184 If he had succeeded in it, as he would have been under great obligations to those who had assisted him, If he had succeeded in it, as he would have been under great obligations to those who had assisted him, cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp pns31 vmd vhi vbn p-acp j n2 p-acp d r-crq vhd vvn pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
185 so he would have been much in their power, and might have come under the odious name of a Conqueror, which might have rendred his Government both severe and hateful; so he would have been much in their power, and might have come under the odious name of a Conqueror, which might have rendered his Government both severe and hateful; av pns31 vmd vhi vbn av-d p-acp po32 n1, cc vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmd vhi vvn po31 n1 d j cc j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
186 and must have ended, either in the total subversion of Publick Liberty, or in new and dreadful Convulsions, which must have endangered the whole, and must have ended, either in the total subversion of Public Liberty, or in new and dreadful Convulsions, which must have endangered the Whole, cc vmb vhi vvn, av-d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1, cc p-acp j cc j n2, r-crq vmb vhi vvn dt j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
187 and exposed us to be a prey to some violent Invader. and exposed us to be a prey to Some violent Invader. cc vvn pno12 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 4
188 It was therefore no inconsiderable part of the deliverance of this day, that it was brought about in such a manner, that the King owed it entirely under God, to the duty and affections of his own Subjects, without any others pretending to have the least share in it; It was Therefore no inconsiderable part of the deliverance of this day, that it was brought about in such a manner, that the King owed it entirely under God, to the duty and affections of his own Subject's, without any Others pretending to have the least share in it; pn31 vbds av dx j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst pn31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp d dt n1, cst dt n1 vvd pn31 av-j p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f po31 d n2-jn, p-acp d n2-jn vvg pc-acp vhi dt ds n1 p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 4
189 so that the whole frame of our Constitution reverted to its former state, and nothing was put, so that the Whole frame of our Constitution reverted to its former state, and nothing was put, av cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvn p-acp po31 j n1, cc pix vbds vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 4
190 or left out of joint. The late King had no reason to depart from our Constitution with relation to his People; or left out of joint. The late King had no reason to depart from our Constitution with Relation to his People; cc vvd av pp-f j. dt j n1 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 4
191 because they had so chearfully returned to it with relation to the Crown: and of all others he had the least ob•igation on him, to his next neighbours, Because they had so cheerfully returned to it with Relation to the Crown: and of all Others he had the least ob•igation on him, to his next neighbours, c-acp pns32 vhd av av-j vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1: cc pp-f d n2-jn pns31 vhd dt ds n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp po31 ord n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 4
192 tho they were likewise his most immediate Kimed; though they were likewise his most immediate Kimed; cs pns32 vbdr av po31 av-ds j vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 4
193 and that the chief occasion of our miseries, came from Councils that were inspired from thence. and that the chief occasion of our misery's, Come from Councils that were inspired from thence. cc cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvd p-acp n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 4
194 As this blessing was procured to us immediately, by a management at home, so the calm and the unanimity, with which it was brought about, had such a stamp of the goodness and mercy of Providence in it, As this blessing was procured to us immediately, by a management At home, so the Cam and the unanimity, with which it was brought about, had such a stamp of the Goodness and mercy of Providence in it, p-acp d n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno12 av-j, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1-an, av dt j-jn cc dt n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds vvn a-acp, vhd d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
195 as is perhaps without example in History. as is perhaps without Exampl in History. c-acp vbz av p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
196 Those who know the transactions of that time, cannot reflect without amazement, on the unaccountable change of the dispositions of the Nation towards the Royal Family, that happened from the year 1640, to the year 1660. And all this was brought about by a turn over the whole Nation. Those who know the transactions of that time, cannot reflect without amazement, on the unaccountable change of the dispositions of the nation towards the Royal Family, that happened from the year 1640, to the year 1660. And all this was brought about by a turn over the Whole nation. d r-crq vvb dt n2 pp-f d n1, vmbx vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cst vvd p-acp dt n1 crd, p-acp dt n1 crd cc d d vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
197 Arguments or Speculations seldom have such effects. Arguments or Speculations seldom have such effects. ng1 cc n2 av vhb d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
198 If the greater part had brought in the less, the event had been still great and amazing, If the greater part had brought in the less, the event had been still great and amazing, cs dt jc n1 vhd vvn p-acp dt av-dc, dt n1 vhd vbn av j cc j-vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
199 but it was all over wonderful when the whole changed so entirely, that the few who were engaged by their Interests and Fears, but it was all over wondered when the Whole changed so entirely, that the few who were engaged by their Interests and Fears, cc-acp pn31 vbds d p-acp j c-crq dt j-jn vvn av av-j, cst dt d r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
200 as well as by their Notions, to oppose it, were brought under such a consternation, broken into such divisions, which the Ambition and Heat of some, as well as by their Notions, to oppose it, were brought under such a consternation, broken into such divisions, which the Ambition and Heat of Some, c-acp av c-acp p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pn31, vbdr vvn p-acp d dt n1, vvn p-acp d n2, r-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
201 and the the Mistrust and Jealousie of others had sowed among them, that none of those men of might found their hands, but seemed to be cast into a dead sleep. So great an Army, and the the Mistrust and Jealousy of Others had sowed among them, that none of those men of might found their hands, but seemed to be cast into a dead sleep. So great an Army, cc av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn vhd vvn p-acp pno32, cst pix pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 vvd po32 n2, p-acp vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1. av j dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
202 so long trained, so well Disciplined, and so oft Victorious, might have raised such an opposition as could not have been easily resisted, if at all. so long trained, so well Disciplined, and so oft Victorious, might have raised such an opposition as could not have been Easily resisted, if At all. av av-j vvn, av av vvn, cc av av j, vmd vhi vvn d dt n1 c-acp vmd xx vhi vbn av-j vvn, cs p-acp d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
203 It had appeared in the year 1648, what feeble things popular and tumultuary Insurrections were, It had appeared in the year 1648, what feeble things popular and tumultuary Insurrections were, pn31 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 crd, r-crq j n2 j cc j n2 vbdr, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
204 when in almost all the quarters of England the people rise and desired to be rid of the Army, to have that Blessed King, set at Liberty, when in almost all the quarters of England the people rise and desired to be rid of the Army, to have that Blessed King, Set At Liberty, c-crq p-acp av d dt n2 pp-f np1 dt n1 vvb cc vvd pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vhi d vvn n1, vvn p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
205 and on his Throne, and to have the Nation again settled: and on his Throne, and to have the nation again settled: cc p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vhi dt n1 av vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
206 but so little Concert and Union, so little Method and Order, appeared in all those motions, that they only served to promote that which they were affraid of: but so little Concert and union, so little Method and Order, appeared in all those motions, that they only served to promote that which they were afraid of: cc-acp av j n1 cc n1, av j n1 cc n1, vvd p-acp d d n2, cst pns32 av-j vvd pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns32 vbdr j pp-f: (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
207 the Army was flushed with Victory and Success, and carried every thing before it: the Army was flushed with Victory and Success, and carried every thing before it: dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvd d n1 c-acp pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
208 Which brought on the black and fatal 30 th of Ianuary. But now when the time was come, in which God was to restrain their force, Which brought on the black and fatal 30 that of Ianuary. But now when the time was come, in which God was to restrain their force, r-crq vvd p-acp dt j-jn cc j crd dt pp-f np1. p-acp av c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn, p-acp r-crq np1 vbds pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
209 as he does the Seas, hither shalt thou come and no further: here shall thy proud waves he stopt: as he does the Seas, hither shalt thou come and no further: Here shall thy proud waves he stopped: c-acp pns31 vdz dt n2, av vm2 pns21 vvi cc dx jc: av vmb po21 j n2 pns31 vvd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
210 when God arose to judgment, the earth feared and was still. when God arose to judgement, the earth feared and was still. c-crq np1 vvd p-acp n1, dt n1 vvd cc vbds av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 4
211 It appeared by the violence in which a small number of them studied to overturn this happy change after it was wrought, what greater numbers of them, It appeared by the violence in which a small number of them studied to overturn this happy change After it was wrought, what greater numbers of them, pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 pp-f pno32 vvd pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp pn31 vbds vvn, r-crq jc n2 pp-f pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 4
212 if united might have done to have hindred it. if united might have done to have hindered it. cs vvn vmd vhi vdn p-acp vhi vvn pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 4
213 So that the giddiness with which they were struck, and their want of Council and Spirit, upon so great an occasion, was a greater indication of an over-ruling Providence, So that the giddiness with which they were struck, and their want of Council and Spirit, upon so great an occasion, was a greater indication of an overruling Providence, av cst dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, cc po32 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp av j dt n1, vbds dt jc n1 pp-f dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 4
214 than if they with the rest of the Nation, had really changed their minds, and gone into the Stream. than if they with the rest of the nation, had really changed their minds, and gone into the Stream. cs cs pns32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vhd av-j vvn po32 n2, cc vvn p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 4
215 They both meant to oppose it, and might have done it to a great degree; They both meant to oppose it, and might have done it to a great degree; pns32 d vvd pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vmd vhi vdn pn31 p-acp dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 4
216 had not God taken from them at once, both Head, Heart, and Hand: and thus when we observe all the Methods of the Providence of God, in bringing this about, we must adore the Wisdom, had not God taken from them At once, both Head, Heart, and Hand: and thus when we observe all the Methods of the Providence of God, in bringing this about, we must adore the Wisdom, vhd xx np1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp a-acp, d n1, n1, cc n1: cc av c-crq pns12 vvb d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg d a-acp, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 4
217 but most particularly the Goodness of them, both towards the Royal Family and towards the whole Nation. but most particularly the goodness of them, both towards the Royal Family and towards the Whole nation. cc-acp av-ds av-j dt n1 pp-f pno32, av-d p-acp dt j n1 cc p-acp dt j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 4
218 From what confusions were we then freed, and what a Scene of Blood and Misery had this Nation probably been, From what confusions were we then freed, and what a Scene of Blood and Misery had this nation probably been, p-acp r-crq n2 vbdr pns12 av vvn, cc q-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vhd d n1 av-j vbi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 4
219 if the turn had not been so entire as it was: if the turn had not been so entire as it was: cs dt n1 vhd xx vbn av j c-acp pn31 vbds: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 4
220 And how little soever, many may either apprehend or value the blessing of a legal Government, tempered between the extreams of lawless Tyranny on the one hand, And how little soever, many may either apprehend or valve the blessing of a Legal Government, tempered between the extremes of lawless Tyranny on the one hand, cc c-crq j av, d vmb av-d vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvn p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f j n1 p-acp dt crd n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 4
221 and of wild and Enthusiastical Frensies, on the other, yet they must conclude that in this respect we were restored at that time to a Government that is much the happiest of any now in the World, and of wild and Enthusiastical Frenzies, on the other, yet they must conclude that in this respect we were restored At that time to a Government that is much the Happiest of any now in the World, cc pp-f j cc j n2, p-acp dt n-jn, av pns32 vmb vvi cst p-acp d n1 pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz d dt js pp-f d av p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 4
222 and is so particularly fitted for us, that nothing else could make us either safe or happy. and is so particularly fitted for us, that nothing Else could make us either safe or happy. cc vbz av av-j vvn p-acp pno12, cst pix av vmd vvi pno12 d j cc j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 4
223 But all the blessings of that time did not terminate in that day, or in the Restoration of the Royal Family at that time: But all the blessings of that time did not terminate in that day, or in the Restoration of the Royal Family At that time: p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1 vdd xx vvi p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 4
224 what was done then, made way to what we enjoy at present: what was done then, made Way to what we enjoy At present: r-crq vbds vdn av, vvd n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 4
225 Without that we could not have expected the happiness we do now live under, and look for. Without that we could not have expected the happiness we do now live under, and look for. p-acp cst pns12 vmd xx vhi vvn dt n1 pns12 vdb av vvi p-acp, cc vvb p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 4
226 I will not reflect on the Gloom that has come between: the unhappy things which have come since: I will not reflect on the Gloom that has come between: the unhappy things which have come since: pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 cst vhz vvn p-acp: dt j n2 r-crq vhb vvn a-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 4
227 but whatever we have been, or whatever we were like to have been, we do now see a better prospect, not only the Crowns flourshing at home, but whatever we have been, or whatever we were like to have been, we do now see a better prospect, not only the Crowns flourishing At home, cc-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vbn, cc r-crq pns12 vbdr j pc-acp vhi vbn, pns12 vdb av vvb dt jc n1, xx av-j dt n2 vvg p-acp n1-an, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 4
228 but the Laws and Liberties of the people happily revived; but the Laws and Liberties of the people happily revived; cc-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 av-j vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 4
229 not only our Religion secured, and our Church protected, but that from us other Churches are in hope to receive Protection and Strength, not only our Religion secured, and our Church protected, but that from us other Churches Are in hope to receive Protection and Strength, xx av-j po12 n1 vvn, cc po12 n1 vvn, cc-acp cst p-acp pno12 j-jn n2 vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 4
230 and the rest of Europe a just ballance, and a quiet security: and the rest of Europe a just balance, and a quiet security: cc dt n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1, cc dt j-jn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 4
231 that now England is not only recovering the interest and share that naturally belongs to her, that now England is not only recovering the Interest and share that naturally belongs to her, cst av np1 vbz xx av-j vvg dt n1 cc n1 cst av-j vvz p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 4
232 but is at present the great Instrument of giving all Europe a happy escape from a vast danger, that had threatned it all over. but is At present the great Instrument of giving all Europe a happy escape from a vast danger, that had threatened it all over. cc-acp vbz p-acp j dt j n1 pp-f vvg d np1 dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, cst vhd vvn pn31 d a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 4
233 In this Audience, I shall not enlarge further on this Subject. In this Audience, I shall not enlarge further on this Subject. p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi av-jc p-acp d j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 4
234 I need say the less, because we do all feel and hope so much from it. I need say the less, Because we do all feel and hope so much from it. pns11 vvb vvb dt av-dc, c-acp pns12 vdb d vvi cc vvb av av-d p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 4
235 The Subject indeed speaks so much, that I may be well allowed to say the less. The Subject indeed speaks so much, that I may be well allowed to say the less. dt j-jn av vvz av av-d, cst pns11 vmb vbi av vvn pc-acp vvi dt av-dc. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 4
236 This is the compleating of that happy change, which is now to be reflected on, with so much the more joy, This is the completing of that happy change, which is now to be reflected on, with so much the more joy, d vbz dt vvg pp-f d j n1, r-crq vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, p-acp av av-d dt av-dc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 4
237 because we have reason to hope that we are near, very near, all that a Nation can wish for, to make it both Great and Happy, Prosperous and Safe. Because we have reason to hope that we Are near, very near, all that a nation can wish for, to make it both Great and Happy, Prosperous and Safe. c-acp pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vbr j, av av-j, d cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp, pc-acp vvi pn31 av-d j cc j, j cc j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 4
238 But as we have thus let our thoughts run out upon the wonderful works, that God on this day did for us, But as we have thus let our thoughts run out upon the wondered works, that God on this day did for us, p-acp c-acp pns12 vhb av vvb po12 n2 vvb av p-acp dt j n2, cst np1 p-acp d n1 vdd p-acp pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
239 so we ought not to forget the Iudgments of his mouth, his Laws and his Gospel: that are the much greatest of all his blessing, that render all other things to be blessings indeed to us; so we ought not to forget the Judgments of his Mouth, his Laws and his Gospel: that Are the much greatest of all his blessing, that render all other things to be blessings indeed to us; av pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, po31 n2 cc po31 n1: cst vbr dt d js pp-f d po31 n1, cst vvb d j-jn n2 pc-acp vbi n2 av p-acp pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
240 they being chiefly intended to secure this to us, and to engage us to improve it to the best purposes. they being chiefly intended to secure this to us, and to engage us to improve it to the best Purposes. pns32 vbg av-jn vvn pc-acp vvi d p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt js n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
241 For as the Psalm ends, all Gods mercies to the Jewish Nation, were given them, on this design that they might observe his Statutes, and keep his Laws; For as the Psalm ends, all God's Mercies to the Jewish nation, were given them, on this Design that they might observe his Statutes, and keep his Laws; p-acp p-acp dt n1 vvz, d ng1 n2 p-acp dt jp n1, vbdr vvn pno32, p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi po31 n2, cc vvi po31 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
242 so what answers to this among us, but is indeed a great many sizes beyond it, is the purity of the Christian Religion, which we have now enjoyed above an Age and a half, with advantages beyond any Church under Heaven, so what answers to this among us, but is indeed a great many sizes beyond it, is the purity of the Christian Religion, which we have now enjoyed above an Age and a half, with advantages beyond any Church under Heaven, av q-crq vvz p-acp d p-acp pno12, cc-acp vbz av dt j d n2 p-acp pn31, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, r-crq pns12 vhb av vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n-jn, p-acp n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
243 and in a course of temporal blessings beyond any that we ever knew since we were a people: and in a course of temporal blessings beyond any that we ever knew since we were a people: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp d cst pns12 av vvd c-acp pns12 vbdr dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
244 England is more encreased at home and abroad, in the Soil cultivated at home, and in the Colonies sent abroad, in the numbers of the people, in Force and Shipping, in Wealth at home, England is more increased At home and abroad, in the Soil cultivated At home, and in the Colonies sent abroad, in the numbers of the people, in Force and Shipping, in Wealth At home, np1 vbz av-dc vvn p-acp n1-an cc av, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1-an, cc p-acp dt n2 vvd av, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 cc n-vvg, p-acp n1 p-acp n1-an, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
245 and Trade all the World over, and in the resinings of solid Learning, or useful Arts, in this period, and Trade all the World over, and in the resinings of solid Learning, or useful Arts, in this Period, cc n1 d dt n1 a-acp, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, cc j n2, p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
246 since the Reformation, than for ought appears to us, it ever was before, since we were a Nation: since the Reformation, than for ought appears to us, it ever was before, since we were a nation: c-acp dt n1, cs p-acp pi vvz p-acp pno12, pn31 av vbds a-acp, c-acp pns12 vbdr dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
247 and it now possesses all this under a Civil Government, that is the wonder as well as the envy of the World: and it now Possesses all this under a Civil Government, that is the wonder as well as the envy of the World: cc pn31 av vvz d d p-acp dt j n1, cst vbz dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
248 for while other Nations have either foolishly thrown up and abandoned their Liberties, or have been forcibly deprived of them, and see no remedy; for while other nations have either foolishly thrown up and abandoned their Liberties, or have been forcibly deprived of them, and see no remedy; c-acp cs j-jn n2 vhb d av-j vvn a-acp cc vvn po32 n2, cc vhb vbn av-j vvn pp-f pno32, cc vvb dx n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
249 we have ours not only preserved, but secured by fresh explanations and provisions: we have ours not only preserved, but secured by fresh explanations and provisions: pns12 vhb png12 xx av-j vvn, cc-acp vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
250 All this put together ought to make us consider the great value of that unspeakable blessing which God is so signally recommending to us, by those happy Providences which accompany it. All this put together ought to make us Consider the great valve of that unspeakable blessing which God is so signally recommending to us, by those happy Providences which accompany it. d d vvd av vmd p-acp vvi pno12 vvi dt j n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq np1 vbz av av-j vvg p-acp pno12, p-acp d j n2 r-crq vvb pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 4
251 If we could examin it in it self, without those blessed consequences, we should see cause enough to value it highly, If we could examine it in it self, without those blessed consequences, we should see cause enough to valve it highly, cs pns12 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp pn31 n1, p-acp d j-vvn n2, pns12 vmd vvi n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
252 or if we could compare our own condition with either the Heathen Nations that are utter strangers to it, or if we could compare our own condition with either the Heathen nations that Are utter Strangers to it, cc cs pns12 vmd vvi po12 d n1 p-acp d dt j-jn n2 cst vbr j n2 p-acp pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
253 or those degenerated Christians that have corrupted it, so as to be but little better than Heathenism it self, or those degenerated Christians that have corrupted it, so as to be but little better than Heathenism it self, cc d vvn np1 cst vhb vvn pn31, av c-acp pc-acp vbi cc-acp av-j jc cs n1 pn31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
254 then we might be able to form a truer judgment of that happiness, which we enjoy in it. then we might be able to from a truer judgement of that happiness, which we enjoy in it. cs pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
255 I confess, as the far greater part use it, there is no great account to be had of it: I confess, as the Far greater part use it, there is no great account to be had of it: pns11 vvb, c-acp dt av-j jc n1 vvi pn31, pc-acp vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vbi vhn pp-f pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
256 if it is only a set of Notions, how true soever they may be, and a circle of some forms, in which we go always round, without making any progress, if it is only a Set of Notions, how true soever they may be, and a circle of Some forms, in which we go always round, without making any progress, cs pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n2, c-crq j av pns32 vmb vbi, cc dt n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb av av-j, p-acp vvg d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
257 then tho our Religion may be less burdensome and imposing than some others, yet after all, it can be no great matter it self: then though our Religion may be less burdensome and imposing than Some Others, yet After all, it can be no great matter it self: cs cs po12 n1 vmb vbi av-dc j cc vvg cs d n2-jn, av p-acp d, pn31 vmb vbi dx j n1 pn31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
258 but if this Gospel, and these Laws of God are means intended by him for the greatest ends, fitted for them, but if this Gospel, and these Laws of God Are means intended by him for the greatest ends, fitted for them, cc-acp cs d n1, cc d n2 pp-f np1 vbr n2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt js n2, vvn p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
259 and capable of procuring them to us, if they by their own efficiency are capable of making us not only happy in another world, and capable of procuring them to us, if they by their own efficiency Are capable of making us not only happy in Another world, cc j pp-f vvg pno32 p-acp pno12, cs pns32 p-acp po32 d n1 vbr j pp-f vvg pno12 xx j j p-acp j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
260 but even happy in this life, happy in our selves, and happy in another, if they tend to make a Nation great in general, but even happy in this life, happy in our selves, and happy in Another, if they tend to make a nation great in general, cc-acp av j p-acp d n1, j p-acp po12 n2, cc j p-acp j-jn, cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
261 and every individual of it, both great in himself, and great in his usefulness to mankind, and every Individu of it, both great in himself, and great in his usefulness to mankind, cc d j-jn pp-f pn31, d j p-acp px31, cc j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
262 then we may justly Glory in our Religion and in those judgments of his mouth, with which God hath blessed us: then we may justly Glory in our Religion and in those Judgments of his Mouth, with which God hath blessed us: cs pns12 vmb av-j n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc p-acp d n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12: (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
263 and whatever advantages the Iews had reason to reckon themselves under, by their Laws, beyond the Nations round about them, these will appear to belong much more eminently to us, and whatever advantages the Iews had reason to reckon themselves under, by their Laws, beyond the nations round about them, these will appear to belong much more eminently to us, cc r-crq n2 dt np2 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp, p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt n2 av-j p-acp pno32, d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av-d av-dc av-j p-acp pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
264 when we compare our selves with the corrupted state of Christianity, that prevails in so many Kingdoms not far from us. when we compare our selves with the corrupted state of Christianity, that prevails in so many Kingdoms not Far from us. c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz p-acp av d n2 xx av-j p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 4
265 The Iews were by the Laws of Moses, delivered from all that Idolatry and Magick, those superstitious and barbarous rites that had over-run Heathenism: The Iews were by the Laws of Moses, Delivered from all that Idolatry and Magic, those superstitious and barbarous Rites that had overrun Heathenism: dt np2 vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp d cst n1 cc n-jn, d j cc j n2 cst vhd vvi n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 4
266 from the cruelty of offering up humane Sacrifices, nay, and their own Children too, to those false Gods, whom they served: from the cruelty of offering up humane Sacrifices, nay, and their own Children too, to those false God's, whom they served: p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg a-acp j n2, uh-x, cc po32 d n2 av, p-acp d j n2, r-crq pns32 vvd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 4
267 They worshipped the host of Heaven, Sun, Moon, and Stars, high Hills, great Stones, ancient Oaks, the founders of Nations, and inventers of Arts: They worshipped the host of Heaven, Sun, Moon, and Stars, high Hills, great Stones, ancient Oaks, the founders of nations, and inventers of Arts: pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, cc n2, j n2, j n2, j n2, dt n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 pp-f n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 4
268 they had Images and Statues to resemble the Divinity, and believed, that a company of extravagant rites, had in them, by the Charms they used with them, strange and sublime vertues. they had Images and Statues to resemble the Divinity, and believed, that a company of extravagant Rites, had in them, by the Charms they used with them, strange and sublime Virtues. pns32 vhd n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f j n2, vhd p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n2 pns32 vvd p-acp pno32, j cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 4
269 Those Deities they appeased with a variety of oblations, which they believed were acceptable to them: Those Deities they appeased with a variety of Oblations, which they believed were acceptable to them: d n2 pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq pns32 vvd vbdr j p-acp pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 4
270 these were managed with much Pomp, and at a vast charge: these were managed with much Pomp, and At a vast charge: d vbdr vvn p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 4
271 an exactness in them they thought pleased the Deity, as much as a failure therein provoked it: an exactness in them they Thought pleased the Deity, as much as a failure therein provoked it: dt n1 p-acp pno32 pns32 vvd vvn dt n1, c-acp d c-acp dt n1 av vvn pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 4
272 and they had a variety of Gods for several Countries and Professions; a special Deity belonged to every occasion: and they had a variety of God's for several Countries and Professions; a special Deity belonged to every occasion: cc pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j n2 cc n2; dt j n1 vvd p-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 4
273 How happy then might the Iews reckon themselves, who saw through all those vain imaginations, and knew that there was but one only God, the supream Lord of all things; How happy then might the Iews reckon themselves, who saw through all those vain Imaginations, and knew that there was but one only God, the supreme Lord of all things; c-crq j av vmd dt np2 vvi px32, r-crq vvd p-acp d d j n2, cc vvd cst pc-acp vbds p-acp pi av-j np1, dt j n1 pp-f d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 4
274 a pure mind, and therefore capable of no bodily representation, and so sublime a Being, that what Sacrifices ▪ and Rites soever he appointed, a pure mind, and Therefore capable of no bodily representation, and so sublime a Being, that what Sacrifices ▪ and Rites soever he appointed, dt j n1, cc av j pp-f dx j n1, cc av j dt vbg, cst r-crq n2 ▪ cc n2 av pns31 vvd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 4
275 yet admitted of no humane Sacrifices, and had limited his appointments within such bounds, that all Superstition was cut off. yet admitted of no humane Sacrifices, and had limited his appointments within such bounds, that all Superstition was Cut off. av vvn pp-f dx j n2, cc vhd vvn po31 n2 p-acp d n2, cst d n1 vbds vvn a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 4
276 Now if these Characters of the Heathenish and Jewish Religion are applied to the present State of Christendom, it will appear that we have the same reason to value our Religion, that the Iews had to value theirs. Now if these Characters of the Heathenish and Jewish Religion Are applied to the present State of Christendom, it will appear that we have the same reason to valve our Religion, that the Iews had to valve theirs. av cs d n2 pp-f dt j cc jp n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmb vvi cst pns12 vhb dt d n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cst dt np2 vhd pc-acp vvi png32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 4
277 There is a Communion of Christians, whose Churches are full of Corporeal representations, of that which they adore: There is a Communion of Christians, whose Churches Are full of Corporeal representations, of that which they adore: pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n2 vbr j pp-f j n2, pp-f d r-crq pns32 vvb: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
278 those Statues have all such Ornaments about them, and such adorations paid them as the Heathens were accustomed to: those Statues have all such Ornament about them, and such adorations paid them as the heathens were accustomed to: d n2 vhb d d n2 p-acp pno32, cc d n2 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n2-jn vbdr vvn p-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
279 Many created beings have all the acts of worship, such as Prayers, Praises, Incence burnt, bodily adoration, Churches built, Sacraments used for their honour; Many created beings have all the acts of worship, such as Prayers, Praises, Incense burned, bodily adoration, Churches built, Sacraments used for their honour; d vvn n2 vhb d dt n2 pp-f n1, d c-acp n2, n2, n1 vvn, j n1, n2 vvn, n2 vvn p-acp po32 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
280 and even that Sacrament which is no less than the immediate object of the highest degrees of worship among them. and even that Sacrament which is no less than the immediate Object of the highest Degrees of worship among them. cc av d n1 r-crq vbz av-dx av-dc cs dt j n1 pp-f dt js n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
281 Thus if ever there was, or if there can be Idolatry in the world, they are guilty of it. Thus if ever there was, or if there can be Idolatry in the world, they Are guilty of it. av cs av a-acp vbds, cc cs pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr j pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
282 All those pretended vertues, that by their benedictions they give out, that they put on holy water, Agnus Dei's, with all the train of those consecrated things, with which they entertain the credulity and the misled Devotion of their People, is either Imposture, or Charm. All those pretended Virtues, that by their benedictions they give out, that they put on holy water, Agnus Dei's, with all the train of those consecrated things, with which they entertain the credulity and the misled Devotion of their People, is either Imposture, or Charm. av-d d j-vvn n2, cst p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vvb av, cst pns32 vvd p-acp j n1, np1 npg1, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f d j-vvn n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 cc dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po32 n1, vbz d n1, cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
283 In the cost of these, and of the other invented parts of worship, particularly their Processions, another rite of heathenism, there is no measure put to the Pomp and Magnificence with which they study to adorn them. In the cost of these, and of the other invented parts of worship, particularly their Procession, Another rite of heathenism, there is no measure put to the Pomp and Magnificence with which they study to adorn them. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cc pp-f dt n-jn vvd n2 pp-f n1, av-jn po32 n2, j-jn n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
284 It is true they have no humane Sacrifices in the strictest sense: It is true they have no humane Sacrifices in the Strictest sense: pn31 vbz j pns32 vhb dx j n2 p-acp dt js n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
285 but no Religion ever taught the shedding so much human blood, nor made that so main a piece of Religion, of such merit, but no Religion ever taught the shedding so much human blood, nor made that so main a piece of Religion, of such merit, cc-acp dx n1 av vvd dt n-vvg av d j n1, ccx vvd cst av j dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
286 so certainly and so highly rewarded, as they have done: so Certainly and so highly rewarded, as they have done: av av-j cc av av-j vvn, c-acp pns32 vhb vdn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
287 of which both the last and the present Age have received too sensible and too demonstrative a conviction. of which both the last and the present Age have received too sensible and too demonstrative a conviction. pp-f r-crq d dt ord cc dt j n1 vhb vvn av j cc av j dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
288 What reason then have we to value our Religion, which has so entirely freed us from such excesses and corruptions: What reason then have we to valve our Religion, which has so entirely freed us from such Excesses and corruptions: q-crq n1 av vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, r-crq vhz av av-j vvn pno12 p-acp d n2 cc n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
289 since Idolatry does vitiate Religion in its Source and Fountain: since Idolatry does vitiate Religion in its Source and Fountain: c-acp n1 vdz vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
290 it debasing the Idea of God, and bringing us to fancy him to be something like our selves. it debasing the Idea of God, and bringing us to fancy him to be something like our selves. pn31 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi pi j po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
291 We own him to be a pure mind; that can be represented by no bodily figure: We own him to be a pure mind; that can be represented by no bodily figure: pns12 vvb pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1; cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dx j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
292 We worship him in a sp•ritual manner: in acts and forms suitable to his nature. We worship him only, and pay no adorations to Angels or Saints: We worship him in a sp•ritual manner: in acts and forms suitable to his nature. We worship him only, and pay no adorations to Angels or Saints: pns12 vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1: p-acp n2 cc n2 j p-acp po31 n1. pns12 vvb pno31 av-j, cc vvb dx n2 p-acp n2 cc n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
293 nor have we invented any parts of worship, besides those of his own appointment: nor have we invented any parts of worship, beside those of his own appointment: ccx vhb pns12 vvn d n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d pp-f po31 d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
294 We teach and practice Charity to Enemies ▪ even to those who hate us, and who we kn•w would persecute us, We teach and practice Charity to Enemies ▪ even to those who hate us, and who we kn•w would persecute us, pns12 vvb cc vvi n1 p-acp n2 ▪ av p-acp d r-crq vvb pno12, cc r-crq pns12 av vmd vvi pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
295 if it were in their power. if it were in their power. cs pn31 vbdr p-acp po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 4
296 Another Consideration, on which the Iews had just reason to value their Religion, was because it was fixed and stated, in the Books of Moses: no additions could b• made to it, another Consideration, on which the Iews had just reason to valve their Religion, was Because it was fixed and stated, in the Books of Moses: no additions could b• made to it, j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq dt np2 vhd j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, vbds c-acp pn31 vbds vvn cc vvn, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: dx n2 vmd n1 vvn p-acp pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
297 unless God had sent a Prophet on a special Commission, with particular Credentials: unless God had sent a Prophet on a special Commission, with particular Credentials: cs np1 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp j n2-jn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
298 their Priests had not, as the Heathens, Books in their hands, that were kept as secrets, which the people might not see, their Priests had not, as the heathens, Books in their hands, that were kept as secrets, which the people might not see, po32 n2 vhd xx, c-acp dt n2-jn, n2 p-acp po32 n2, cst vbdr vvn p-acp n2-jn, r-crq dt n1 vmd xx vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
299 and which they might vouch for any additions, with which they loaded them, as oft as it served their ends. and which they might vouch for any additions, with which they loaded them, as oft as it served their ends. cc r-crq pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd pno32, c-acp av c-acp pn31 vvd po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
300 A written Law which every man might read as well as the Priests, was a vast security against fraud and Impositions. A written Law which every man might read as well as the Priests, was a vast security against fraud and Impositions. dt j-vvn n1 r-crq d n1 vmd vvi c-acp av c-acp dt n2, vbds dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
301 Upon the same account, we have just reason to set a high value upon our Religion, Upon the same account, we have just reason to Set a high valve upon our Religion, p-acp dt d n1, pns12 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
302 since it can be neither more nor less than what is contained in the Scriptures; since it can be neither more nor less than what is contained in the Scriptures; c-acp pn31 vmb vbi dx dc ccx av-dc cs r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
303 we have no Article in reserve, for which, as oft as we please Tradition may be vouched: we have no Article in reserve, for which, as oft as we please Tradition may be vouched: pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp vvb, p-acp r-crq, c-acp av c-acp pns12 vvb n1 vmb vbi vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
304 We have no infallible tribunal, to coin new Articles, or impose new Doctrines upon the pain of Anathemas and Extirpation: We have no infallible tribunal, to coin new Articles, or impose new Doctrines upon the pain of Anathemas and Extirpation: pns12 vhb dx j n1, pc-acp vvi j n2, cc vvi j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
305 How great that Tyranny is and how unbounded is easily enough imagined; How great that Tyranny is and how unbounded is Easily enough imagined; c-crq j d n1 vbz cc c-crq j vbz av-j av-d vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
306 when a man must believe a blank, and the Church has the filling up that blank: and when the more implicit and blind men are in their Faith, they are thereby esteemed the truer Sons of the Church, which will have none enquire into what she dictates. nor dispute her commands: when a man must believe a blank, and the Church has the filling up that blank: and when the more implicit and blind men Are in their Faith, they Are thereby esteemed the truer Sons of the Church, which will have none inquire into what she dictates. nor dispute her commands: c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi dt j, cc dt n1 vhz dt j-vvg a-acp d j: cc c-crq dt av-dc j cc j n2 vbr p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vbr av vvn dt jc n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmb vhi pix vvi p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz. ccx vvb po31 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
307 Whereas in ours, the Officers of the Church are only considered as men appointed to minister in holy things, to serve and instruct the people, in the things of God, without being the Masters of their Faith and Conscience, we pretend to no other authority: Whereas in ours, the Officers of the Church Are only considered as men appointed to minister in holy things, to serve and instruct the people, in the things of God, without being the Masters of their Faith and Conscience, we pretend to no other Authority: cs p-acp png12, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n2 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp vbg dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, pns12 vvb p-acp dx j-jn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
308 and leave to the people entire, all the liberties of humane nature. and leave to the people entire, all the Liberties of humane nature. cc vvb p-acp dt n1 j, d dt n2 pp-f j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 4
309 A 3 d. Consideration that did very particularly recommend the Mosaical Religion to the Iewes, was its purity: A 3 d. Consideration that did very particularly recommend the Mosaical Religion to the Iewes, was its purity: dt crd zz. n1 cst vdd av av-j vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt np2, vbds po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
310 the justice and probity, the freedom from luxury, simplicity of Life, the restraint of appetite and passion, the Justice and probity, the freedom from luxury, simplicity of Life, the restraint of appetite and passion, dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 p-acp n1, n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
311 and the modesty of deportment, that it enjoyned: and the modesty of deportment, that it enjoined: cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pn31 vvd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
312 these were great and noble Characters of a Religion that came from God, and that tended to make men in a good degree to resemble him: these were great and noble Characters of a Religion that Come from God, and that tended to make men in a good degree to resemble him: d vbdr j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vvd p-acp np1, cc cst vvd pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
313 for tho that was an imperfect Religion, yet the Law of the Lord was pure, and his commandments were clean. for though that was an imperfect Religion, yet the Law of the Lord was pure, and his Commandments were clean. c-acp cs cst vbds dt j n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds j, cc po31 n2 vbdr j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
314 But all this in a much higher degree concurs to recommend to us, the Religion that by the blessing of God is received among us. But all this in a much higher degree concurs to recommend to us, the Religion that by the blessing of God is received among us. p-acp d d p-acp dt d jc n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, dt n1 cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
315 We own the Gospel in the same simplicity in which Christ and his Apostles delivered it: We own the Gospel in the same simplicity in which christ and his Apostles Delivered it: pns12 d dt n1 p-acp dt d n1 p-acp r-crq np1 cc po31 n2 vvd pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
316 we teach that men must deny ungodliness and worldly lusts, and live soberly, righteously and godly, and that without holiness no man shall see the Lord: we teach that men must deny ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, and live soberly, righteously and godly, and that without holiness no man shall see the Lord: pns12 vvb d n2 vmb vvi n1 cc j n2, cc vvb av-j, av-j cc j, cc d p-acp n1 dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
317 we offer no other conditions, or means of salvation, but Faith, Repentance, and new Obedience: we oblige all persons to the highest degrees of purity, we offer no other conditions, or means of salvation, but Faith, Repentance, and new obedience: we oblige all Persons to the highest Degrees of purity, pns12 vvb dx j-jn n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp n1, n1, cc j n1: pns12 vvi d n2 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
318 and warn them to avoid every sin, the wages of which is death. and warn them to avoid every since, the wages of which is death. cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi d n1, dt n2 pp-f r-crq vbz n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
319 In a word, the main part of our Doctrine is, to convince the world of the indispensible necessity of an universal holiness, which must first possess a mans thoughts, In a word, the main part of our Doctrine is, to convince the world of the indispensible necessity of an universal holiness, which must First possess a men thoughts, p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vmb ord vvi dt ng1 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
320 and rectifie his intentions, and then run through his whole life, and govern all his Actions. and rectify his intentions, and then run through his Whole life, and govern all his Actions. cc vvi po31 n2, cc av vvn p-acp po31 j-jn n1, cc vvi d po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
321 We flatter no men with hopes of the after-game of a Purgatory, and a redemption out of it by Masses: we make no sin to be slight or venial, nor do we teach that any duty is only a council of perfection; much less do we flatter Pride and Vanity by the Doctrines of Supererrogation: we do not pretend to supersede the obligation of loving God, or of being truly contrite for sin; nor do we teach any methods of supplying imperfect acts of Contrition, by the Sacraments, as if acts of sorrow, which of their own nature could not be accepted of God, could be supplied by the Sacraments, and so become the means of justifying those who are still in the habits of sin: We flatter no men with hope's of the aftergame of a Purgatory, and a redemption out of it by Masses: we make no since to be slight or venial, nor do we teach that any duty is only a council of perfection; much less doe we flatter Pride and Vanity by the Doctrines of Supererogation: we do not pretend to supersede the obligation of loving God, or of being truly contrite for since; nor do we teach any methods of supplying imperfect acts of Contrition, by the Sacraments, as if acts of sorrow, which of their own nature could not be accepted of God, could be supplied by the Sacraments, and so become the means of justifying those who Are still in the habits of since: pns12 vvb dx n2 p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 av pp-f pn31 p-acp n2: pns12 vvb dx n1 pc-acp vbi j cc j, ccx vdb pns12 vvb cst d n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1; d dc n1 pns12 vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: pns12 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg np1, cc pp-f vbg av-j j p-acp n1; ccx vdb pns12 vvb d n2 pp-f vvg j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2, c-acp cs n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pp-f po32 d n1 vmd xx vbi vvn pp-f np1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, cc av vvb dt n2 pp-f vvg d r-crq vbr av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
322 we pretend to no other power of Absolution but the absolving from the censures of the Church, we pretend to no other power of Absolution but the absolving from the censures of the Church, pns12 vvb p-acp dx j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
323 and the declaring men absolved according to the truth of their Repentance. and the declaring men absolved according to the truth of their Repentance. cc dt vvg n2 vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 4
324 Thus it appears, that we have much juster grounds for setting a high value on the purity of the Christian Religion, among us, Thus it appears, that we have much juster grounds for setting a high valve on the purity of the Christian Religion, among us, av pn31 vvz, cst pns12 vhb d jc n2 p-acp vvg dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, p-acp pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 4
325 than the Iews had for esteeming their Law far beyond the Idolatry of the Heathens. If these are the most valuable things, than the Iews had for esteeming their Law Far beyond the Idolatry of the heathens. If these Are the most valuable things, cs dt np2 vhd p-acp vvg po32 n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-jn. cs d vbr dt av-ds j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 4
326 as indeed what can be valuable, if they are not, then how particular a reason have we, to rejoyce in them, as indeed what can be valuable, if they Are not, then how particular a reason have we, to rejoice in them, c-acp av q-crq vmb vbi j, cs pns32 vbr xx, av c-crq j dt n1 vhb pns12, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 4
327 now when we have so fair and likely a prospect of their being setled and secured to us, of their being no more undermined among us, by the practices of disguised Enemies, by the engaging us into animosities, now when we have so fair and likely a prospect of their being settled and secured to us, of their being no more undermined among us, by the practices of disguised Enemies, by the engaging us into animosities, av c-crq pns12 vhb av j cc j dt n1 pp-f po32 vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12, pp-f po32 vbg av-dx av-dc vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-vvn n2, p-acp dt vvg pno12 p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 4
328 and by subdividing us into parties, and so weakening us by our own follies, that we may become an easier prey to our Enemies: and by subdividing us into parties, and so weakening us by our own follies, that we may become an Easier prey to our Enemies: cc p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp n2, cc av vvg pno12 p-acp po12 d n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt jc n1 p-acp po12 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 4
329 and while all these things grow to be safer and firmer at home, by the Protection that the Crown gives to those who profess the same faith abroad. and while all these things grow to be safer and firmer At home, by the Protection that the Crown gives to those who profess the same faith abroad. cc cs d d n2 vvb pc-acp vbi jc cc jc p-acp n1-an, p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp d r-crq vvb dt d n1 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 4
330 While we at home, are feeling the tender hand of such a nursing Father and such a nursing Mother, and while those abroad, are not hoping to feel, While we At home, Are feeling the tender hand of such a nursing Father and such a nursing Mother, and while those abroad, Are not hoping to feel, cs pns12 p-acp n1-an, vbr vvg dt j n1 pp-f d dt vvg n1 cc d dt vvg n1, cc cs d av, vbr xx vvg pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 4
331 but actually feeling, the happy effects of their Favour and Protection; then it is that we may with peculiar accents of joy, commemorate the blessing of this day. but actually feeling, the happy effects of their Favour and Protection; then it is that we may with peculiar accents of joy, commemorate the blessing of this day. cc-acp av-j vvg, dt j n2 pp-f po32 vvi cc n1; cs pn31 vbz cst pns12 vmb p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, j dt n1 pp-f d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 4
332 When our almost withered Roses begin to look fresh, and to open again, while the Lillies grow pale and fade: When our almost withered Roses begin to look fresh, and to open again, while the Lilies grow pale and fade: c-crq po12 av j-vvn n2 vvb pc-acp vvi j, cc pc-acp vvi av, cs dt n2 vvb j cc vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 4
333 When England begins not only to recover the figure it once made, but puts on a new lustre, When England begins not only to recover the figure it once made, but puts on a new lustre, c-crq np1 vvz xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pn31 a-acp vvn, cc-acp vvz p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 4
334 and has an interest in Europe beyond what former times can boast; and has an Interest in Europe beyond what former times can boast; cc vhz dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp r-crq j n2 vmb vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 4
335 while our Church checks the pride of her, that has so long made the earth drunk with her Sorceries, and while she animates those other bodies that were either in their last Agonies, or very near them; while our Church Checks the pride of her, that has so long made the earth drunk with her Sorceries, and while she animates those other bodies that were either in their last Agonies, or very near them; cs po12 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f pno31, cst vhz av av-j vvd dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc cs pns31 vvz d j-jn n2 cst vbdr av-d p-acp po32 ord n2, cc av av-j pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 4
336 then we have just reason, according to the words with which this Psalm begins, to say, O give thanks unto the Lord, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people: then we have just reason, according to the words with which this Psalm begins, to say, Oh give thanks unto the Lord, call upon his name, make known his Deeds among the people: cs pns12 vhb j n1, vvg p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq d n1 vvz, pc-acp vvi, uh vvb n2 p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp po31 n1, vvb vvn po31 n2 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 4
337 sing unto him, sing Psalms unto him, talk ye of all his wondrous works: sing unto him, sing Psalms unto him, talk you of all his wondrous works: vvb p-acp pno31, vvb n2 p-acp pno31, vvb pn22 pp-f d po31 j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 4
338 Glory ye in his holy name, and let the heart of them rejoyce that seek the Lord. Glory you in his holy name, and let the heart of them rejoice that seek the Lord. n1 pn22 p-acp po31 j n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f pno32 vvi cst vvb dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 4
339 Let us conclude all with our most earnest praises to God for those who do now fill the Throne, with so peculiar a grace. May they live and prosper: Let us conclude all with our most earnest praises to God for those who do now fill the Throne, with so peculiar a grace. May they live and prosper: vvb pno12 vvi d p-acp po12 av-ds j n2 p-acp np1 p-acp d r-crq vdb av vvi dt n1, p-acp av j dt n1. vmb pns32 vvi cc vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 4
340 •ay their Reign be long and Glorious, that we may still have more and more reason to remember the marvellous works that God has wrought for us, by their means: •ay their Reign be long and Glorious, that we may still have more and more reason to Remember the marvellous works that God has wrought for us, by their means: vvb po32 vvi vbb j cc j, cst pns12 vmb av vhi dc cc dc n1 p-acp vvb dt j n2 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp po32 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 4
341 his wonders in them, and the judgments of his mouth, secured to us by them. his wonders in them, and the Judgments of his Mouth, secured to us by them. po31 n2 p-acp pno32, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 4
342 May we live so worthy of them, that we may long, long enjoy them, with all the accessions of Plenty and Peace. Amen, Amen. FINIS. May we live so worthy of them, that we may long, long enjoy them, with all the accessions of Plenty and Peace. Amen, Amen. FINIS. vmb pns12 vvi av j pp-f pno32, cst pns12 vmb av-j, av-j vvi pno32, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. uh-n, uh-n. fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 4

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