A discourse about a scrupulous conscience preached at the parish-church of St. Mary Aldermanbury, London / by Benjamin Calamy ...

Calamy, Benjamin, 1642-1686
Publisher: Printed for Rowland Reynolds
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1683
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A31806 ESTC ID: R16631 STC ID: C212
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Luke XI, 41; Conscience;
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0 St. LUKE 11. 41. But rather give Alms of such things as you have; and behold, all things are clean unto you. Saint LUKE 11. 41. But rather give Alms of such things as you have; and behold, all things Are clean unto you. n1 zz crd crd cc-acp av-c vvb n2 pp-f d n2 c-acp pn22 vhb; cc vvb, d n2 vbr j p-acp pn22. (3) text (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 THE occasion of these Words was this. THE occasion of these Words was this. dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbds d. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 Whilst our Blessed Saviour was after his wonted manner instructing the People, a certain Pharisee, either in some measure pleased with his Discourse, While our Blessed Saviour was After his wonted manner instructing the People, a certain Pharisee, either in Some measure pleased with his Discourse, cs po12 j-vvn n1 vbds p-acp po31 j n1 vvg dt n1, dt j np1, d p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 or else that he might catch an advantage against him, besought him to dine with him. or Else that he might catch an advantage against him, besought him to dine with him. cc av cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 Our Lord, who refused no fair opportunity of doing good, would not disdain to go to the Houses, either of the greatest Sinners, or his most deadly Enemies; Our Lord, who refused no fair opportunity of doing good, would not disdain to go to the Houses, either of the greatest Sinners, or his most deadly Enemies; po12 n1, r-crq vvd dx j n1 pp-f vdg j, vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, av-d pp-f dt js n2, cc po31 av-ds j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 would converse familiarly with them, and eat at their Tables, that by such obliging condescension he might by degrees win them to the love and embracing of Divine truth. would converse familiarly with them, and eat At their Tables, that by such obliging condescension he might by Degrees win them to the love and embracing of Divine truth. vmd vvi av-jn p-acp pno32, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, cst p-acp d j-vvg n1 pns31 vmd p-acp n2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
6 He was the great Physician of Souls, and went about continually visiting his Patients, all those whose Minds stood in need of his help or cure. He was the great physician of Souls, and went about continually visiting his Patients, all those whose Minds stood in need of his help or cure. pns31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc vvd a-acp av-j vvg po31 n2, d d rg-crq n2 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
7 He consulted their Benefit more than his own Safety or Reputation. He would keep company with Publicanes and Sinners, in order to the reforming of them, He consulted their Benefit more than his own Safety or Reputation. He would keep company with Publicans and Sinners, in order to the reforming of them, pns31 vvd po32 n1 av-dc cs po31 d n1 cc n1. pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
8 tho he himself for doing so should be thought one of them; though he himself for doing so should be Thought one of them; cs pns31 px31 p-acp vdg av vmd vbi vvn crd pp-f pno32; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
9 and he frankly accepted the invitation of Pharises, tho he knew they lay in wait for him, and he frankly accepted the invitation of Pharisees, though he knew they lay in wait for him, cc pns31 av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vvd pns32 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
10 and design'd only to intrap him. and designed only to entrap him. cc vvd av-j pc-acp vvi pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
11 He went in therefore with the Pharisee into his House, and without any of those previous Washings and Purifications, which the Jews religiously used before eating, he sat down to meat. He went in Therefore with the Pharisee into his House, and without any of those previous Washings and Purifications, which the jews religiously used before eating, he sat down to meat. pns31 vvd p-acp av p-acp dt np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp d pp-f d j n2-vvg cc n2, r-crq dt np2 av-j vvn p-acp vvg, pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
12 This the strict Pharisee thought a great Prophaneness and Wickedness in his Guest. This the strict Pharisee Thought a great Profaneness and Wickedness in his Guest. np1 dt j np1 vvd dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 He wondred that so great a Prophet and Preacher of Righteousness as our Saviour pretended to be, should so scandalously violate the Traditions of the Elders, verse 38. And when the Pharisee saw it, he marvelled that he had not first washed before Dinner: He wondered that so great a Prophet and Preacher of Righteousness as our Saviour pretended to be, should so scandalously violate the Traditions of the Elders, verse 38. And when the Pharisee saw it, he marveled that he had not First washed before Dinner: pns31 vvd cst av j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n1 vvd pc-acp vbi, vmd av av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2-jn, n1 crd cc c-crq dt np1 vvd pn31, pns31 vvd cst pns31 vhd xx ord vvn p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 for as St. Mark tells us upon a like occasion, Mark 7. 3. The Pharisees, and all the Jews, for as Saint Mark tells us upon a like occasion, Mark 7. 3. The Pharisees, and all the jews, p-acp p-acp n1 vvb vvz pno12 p-acp dt j n1, vvb crd crd dt np2, cc d dt np2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
15 except they wash their hands, eat not, holding the Tradition of the Elders. And when they come from the Market, except they wash, they eat not. except they wash their hands, eat not, holding the Tradition of the Elders. And when they come from the Market, except they wash, they eat not. c-acp pns32 vvb po32 n2, vvb xx, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2-jn. cc c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb xx. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
16 And many other things there be which they have received to hold, as the washing of Cups, And many other things there be which they have received to hold, as the washing of Cups, cc d j-jn n2 pc-acp vbi r-crq pns32 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi, c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
17 and of Pots, and of brasen Vessels, and of Tables. and of Pots, and of brazen Vessels, and of Tables. cc pp-f n2, cc pp-f j n2, cc pp-f n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
18 Things not ordained by God, nor any part of Moses 's Laws, but the rules and prescriptions of their Rabbies or Scribes; Things not ordained by God, nor any part of Moses is Laws, but the rules and prescriptions of their Rabbies or Scribes; n2 xx vvn p-acp np1, ccx d n1 pp-f np1 vbz n2, cc-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
19 observed, at least by the strictest part of the Jews, out of an Opinion that true purity of mind was to be obtain'd and preserved by such frequent washings. observed, At least by the Strictest part of the jews, out of an Opinion that true purity of mind was to be obtained and preserved by such frequent washings. vvn, p-acp ds p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt np2, av pp-f dt n1 cst j n1 pp-f n1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d j n2-vvg. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
20 For of such necessity did they think these outward. For of such necessity did they think these outward. p-acp pp-f d n1 vdd pns32 vvi d j. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
21 Purgations to be, that it was a determined case amongst them, that if any one in great distress had Water sufficient for washing, Purgations to be, that it was a determined case among them, that if any one in great distress had Water sufficient for washing, n2 pc-acp vbi, cst pn31 vbds dt j-vvn n1 p-acp pno32, cst cs d pi p-acp j n1 vhd n1 j p-acp vvg, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
22 but not enough to wash and drink too, he ought rather to perish by Thirst than neglect to wash himself; but not enough to wash and drink too, he ought rather to perish by Thirst than neglect to wash himself; cc-acp xx av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi av, pns31 vmd av-c pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cs n1 pc-acp vvi px31; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
23 and it was commonly said amongst them, that to eat with unwashen hands was a greater Pollution, and it was commonly said among them, that to eat with unwashen hands was a greater Pollution, cc pn31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cst pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 n2 vbds dt jc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
24 than to defile ones Body with an Harlot. than to defile ones Body with an Harlot. cs pc-acp vvi pig n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 2
25 Now this our Saviour with great zeal reproves in the Pharisees, in the Verses before my Text, Now do ye Pharisees make clean the out-side of the Cup and Platter, Now this our Saviour with great zeal reproves in the Pharisees, in the Verses before my Text, Now do you Pharisees make clean the outside of the Cup and Platter, av d po12 n1 p-acp j n1 vvz p-acp dt np2, p-acp dt n2 p-acp po11 n1, av vdb pn22 np2 vvb av-j dt n1-an pp-f dt n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
26 but your inward part is full of ravening and Wickedness. but your inward part is full of ravening and Wickedness. cc-acp po22 j n1 vbz j pp-f vvg cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
27 Ye Fools, did not he that made that which is without make that which is within also? That is to say, that which God regards is the purity of your Minds, the cleansing your Hearts from all evil affections and filthy lusts; the Fools, did not he that made that which is without make that which is within also? That is to say, that which God regards is the purity of your Minds, the cleansing your Hearts from all evil affections and filthy Lustiest; dt n2, vdd xx pns31 cst vvd d r-crq vbz p-acp vvi d r-crq vbz a-acp av? cst vbz pc-acp vvi, cst r-crq np1 vvz vbz dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, dt vvg po22 n2 p-acp d j-jn n2 cc j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
28 and all your outward washings, without this internal purity, are but as if a man should wash his Vessels, the out-side of them only, leaving the inside of them full of all filthiness and nastiness. and all your outward washings, without this internal purity, Are but as if a man should wash his Vessels, the outside of them only, leaving thee inside of them full of all filthiness and nastiness. cc d po22 j n2-vvg, p-acp d j n1, vbr p-acp c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n2, dt n1-an pp-f pno32 av-j, vvg pno32 av-an pp-f pno32 j pp-f d n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 3
29 Thus do ye Pharisees wash your Bodies, whilst your Souls and Spirits remain full of all Uncleanness, of Malice, and Wickedness. Thus do you Pharisees wash your Bodies, while your Souls and Spirits remain full of all Uncleanness, of Malice, and Wickedness. av vdb pn22 np2 vvb po22 n2, cs po22 n2 cc n2 vvb j pp-f d n1, pp-f n1, cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 3
30 If you would obey and please God, you must cleanse that which is within as well as that which is without: If you would obey and please God, you must cleanse that which is within as well as that which is without: cs pn22 vmd vvi cc vvi np1, pn22 vmb vvi d r-crq vbz a-acp a-acp av c-acp d r-crq vbz p-acp: (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 3
31 then he adds the Words of my Text, But rather give Alms of such things as you have; then he adds the Words of my Text, But rather give Alms of such things as you have; cs pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, cc-acp av-c vvb n2 pp-f d n2 c-acp pn22 vhb; (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 3
32 and behold, all things are clean unto you. and behold, all things Are clean unto you. cc vvb, d n2 vbr j p-acp pn22. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 3
33 There are several Meanings given of these Words by Interpreters, with which I shall not now trouble you, There Are several Meanings given of these Words by Interpreters, with which I shall not now trouble you, pc-acp vbr j n2 vvn pp-f d n2 p-acp n2, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb xx av vvi pn22, (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
34 but only propound that which I shall choose to insist upon. but only propound that which I shall choose to insist upon. cc-acp av-j vvi d r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
35 It is very ordinary in Scripture to express the whole of our Duty or Religion by some one part or eminent Instance of it; It is very ordinary in Scripture to express the Whole of our Duty or Religion by Some one part or eminent Instance of it; pn31 vbz av j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp d crd n1 cc j n1 pp-f pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
36 as very frequently by Charity, so here by one principal part of Charity, giving of Alms. So that the Sense ought not to be restrained to this single duty of Alms-giving, to the exclusion of the rest; as very frequently by Charity, so Here by one principal part of Charity, giving of Alms. So that the Sense ought not to be restrained to this single duty of Almsgiving, to the exclusion of the rest; c-acp av av-j p-acp n1, av av p-acp crd j-jn n1 pp-f n1, vvg pp-f np1 av cst dt n1 vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
37 but all other Duties, that are of the same weight and necessity, are here understood, as well as that one which is mentioned. but all other Duties, that Are of the same weight and necessity, Are Here understood, as well as that one which is mentioned. cc-acp d j-jn n2, cst vbr pp-f dt d n1 cc n1, vbr av vvn, c-acp av c-acp d crd r-crq vbz vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
38 And then the Sense is this, Mind chiefly the great, and moral, and substantial parts of Gods Laws, study those Duties that are of eternal and indispensable Obligation, be most zealous and sollicitous for the matters of Piety, Righteousness, And then the Sense is this, Mind chiefly the great, and moral, and substantial parts of God's Laws, study those Duties that Are of Eternal and indispensable Obligation, be most zealous and solicitous for the matters of Piety, Righteousness, cc av dt n1 vbz d, n1 av-jn dt j, cc j, cc j n2 pp-f npg1 n2, vvb d n2 cst vbr pp-f j cc j n1, vbb av-ds j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, n1, (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
39 and Charity, and behold all things are clean unto you; that is, ye need not then be so anxious or concerned about these little things, and Charity, and behold all things Are clean unto you; that is, you need not then be so anxious or concerned about these little things, cc n1, cc vvb d n2 vbr j p-acp pn22; cst vbz, pn22 vvb xx av vbi av j cc vvn p-acp d j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
40 nor so strictly tye up your selves to such Formalities and external Rites. nor so strictly tie up your selves to such Formalities and external Rites. ccx av av-j vvi a-acp po22 n2 p-acp d n2 cc j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
41 If you be but seriously diligent about your main and undoubted Duty, you will be more indifferent about Meats and Drinks, If you be but seriously diligent about your main and undoubted Duty, you will be more indifferent about Meats and Drinks, cs pn22 vbi cc-acp av-j j p-acp po22 n1 cc j n1, pn22 vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
42 nor will you lay so great a stress upon any Singularities or Affectations in Religion. nor will you lay so great a stress upon any Singularities or Affectations in Religion. ccx vmb pn22 vvi av j dt n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
43 Be but exactly careful to avoid every thing which God hath forbid, to do every thing which he hath expresly commanded, Be but exactly careful to avoid every thing which God hath forbid, to do every thing which he hath expressly commanded, vbb p-acp av-j j pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn, pc-acp vdi d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz av-j vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
44 and then trouble not your Consciences about eating with unwashen hands. and then trouble not your Consciences about eating with unwashen hands. cc av vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp n1 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
45 Thus, as Grotius upon these Words observeth, they signifie the same with what St. Paul saith, Titus 1. 15. Ʋnto the pure all things are pure. Thus, as Grotius upon these Words observeth, they signify the same with what Saint Paul Says, Titus 1. 15. Ʋnto the pure all things Are pure. av, c-acp np1 p-acp d n2 vvz, pns32 vvb dt d p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd crd np1 dt j d n2 vbr j. (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 4
46 They who keep themselves unspotted from all sinful Pollutions, who strictly abstain from unlawful Freedoms, may with a safe Conscience use any unlawful Liberty, They who keep themselves unspotted from all sinful Pollutions, who strictly abstain from unlawful Freedoms, may with a safe Conscience use any unlawful Liberty, pns32 r-crq vvb px32 j p-acp d j n2, r-crq av-j vvi p-acp j n2, vmb p-acp dt j n1 vvi d j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 4
47 and eat any kind of meats, with washen or unwashen hands. In short, the sense of the Words seemeth to be this; and eat any kind of Meats, with washen or unwashen hands. In short, the sense of the Words seems to be this; cc vvi d n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 cc vvi n2. p-acp j, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvz pc-acp vbi d; (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 4
48 Mind your plain and necessary Duty, and trouble not your selves with Scruples about little and indifferent things. Mind your plain and necessary Duty, and trouble not your selves with Scruples about little and indifferent things. n1 po22 n1 cc j n1, cc vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp n2 p-acp j cc j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
49 Whence I shall take occasion to discourse of what is usually called a scrupulous Conscience: Whence I shall take occasion to discourse of what is usually called a scrupulous Conscience: c-crq pns11 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av-j vvn dt j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
50 which I have chosen to do, not out of a design to expose or upbraid the weakness of any, which I have chosen to do, not out of a Design to expose or upbraid the weakness of any, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vdi, xx av pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d, (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
51 but rather charitably to contribute what I can towards the healing and curing of it: but rather charitably to contribute what I can towards the healing and curing of it: cc-acp av-c av-j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns11 vmb p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f pn31: (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
52 and this I take for granted, That we cannot do greater Service either to the Church of Christ or Souls of Men, and this I take for granted, That we cannot do greater Service either to the Church of christ or Souls of Men, cc d pns11 vvb c-acp vvn, cst pns12 vmbx vdi jc n1 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n2 pp-f n2, (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
53 than by all prudent means to root out those needless scruples out of their minds, which hath been the occasion of such unchristian Separations and dangerous Divisions amongst us, at first begun, than by all prudent means to root out those needless scruples out of their minds, which hath been the occasion of such unchristian Separations and dangerous Divisions among us, At First begun, cs p-acp d j n2 pc-acp vvi av d j n2 av pp-f po32 n2, r-crq vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc j n2 p-acp pno12, p-acp ord vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
54 and still maintained generally upon the account of such things, as I verily believe a well instructed Conscience need not be concerned or disturbed about. and still maintained generally upon the account of such things, as I verily believe a well instructed Conscience need not be concerned or disturbed about. cc av vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp pns11 av-j vvb dt av vvd n1 vvb xx vbi vvn cc vvn a-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
55 I shall first shew you what I understand by a scrupulous Conscience, then observe some few things concerning it, I shall First show you what I understand by a scrupulous Conscience, then observe Some few things Concerning it, pns11 vmb ord vvi pn22 r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt j n1, av vvb d d n2 vvg pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
56 and lastly, offer some plain Rules and Means by which we may best get rid of it. and lastly, offer Some plain Rules and Means by which we may best get rid of it. cc ord, vvb d j n2 cc vvz p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb av-js vvi vvi pp-f pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
57 First, What is a scrupulous Conscience? Now Conscience, as it is a Rule of our Actions, is nothing else, First, What is a scrupulous Conscience? Now Conscience, as it is a Rule of our Actions, is nothing Else, ord, q-crq vbz dt j n1? av n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vbz pix av, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 4
58 but a Man's Mind or Judgment concerning the moral Goodness or Evil, Lawfulness or Unlawfulness of things; but a Man's Mind or Judgement Concerning the moral goodness or Evil, Lawfulness or Unlawfulness of things; cc-acp dt ng1 n1 cc n1 vvg dt j n1 cc n-jn, n1 cc n1 pp-f n2; (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 4
59 and as this Judgment is either true or false, so is our Conscience either good and well grounded, and as this Judgement is either true or false, so is our Conscience either good and well grounded, cc c-acp d n1 vbz d j cc j, av vbz po12 n1 d j cc av vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 4
60 or erroneous, The Divine Law made known to us either by the Light of Nature, or erroneous, The Divine Law made known to us either by the Light of Nature, cc j, dt j-jn n1 vvd vvn p-acp pno12 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 4
61 or plain Scripture, or direct consequence from it, such as any honest man may understand, is the rule of Conscience, or plain Scripture, or Direct consequence from it, such as any honest man may understand, is the Rule of Conscience, cc j n1, cc j n1 p-acp pn31, d c-acp d j n1 vmb vvi, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 4
62 or of that Judgment we make of the Lawfulness or Unlawfulness of things. or of that Judgement we make of the Lawfulness or Unlawfulness of things. cc pp-f d n1 pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 4
63 So that our Conscience is a safe Rule and Guide of our Actions no farther than as it self is directed and warranted by the Law of God. So that our Conscience is a safe Rule and Guide of our Actions no farther than as it self is directed and warranted by the Law of God. av cst po12 n1 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 av-dx av-jc cs c-acp pn31 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
64 1. A good and well grounded Conscience is, when we carefully abstain from whatever God hath forbidden, don't neglect doing any thing which he hath commanded, 1. A good and well grounded Conscience is, when we carefully abstain from whatever God hath forbidden, don't neglect doing any thing which he hath commanded, crd dt j cc av j-vvn n1 vbz, c-crq pns12 av-j vvi p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn, vdbx vvb vdg d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 5
65 and as for other matters left indifferent and at Liberty, we do them or forbear doing of them according as the Rules of obedience to Superiours, Prudence, and Charity, do require. and as for other matters left indifferent and At Liberty, we do them or forbear doing of them according as the Rules of Obedience to Superiors, Prudence, and Charity, do require. cc c-acp p-acp j-jn n2 vvd j cc p-acp n1, pns12 vdb pno32 cc vvb vdg pp-f pno32 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn, n1, cc n1, vdb vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 5
66 This is the Health and sound State of the Mind. This is the Health and found State of the Mind. d vbz dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 5
67 2. An erroneous Conscience is, when we judge that to be evil or unnecessary which God hath expresly commanded, and is our Duty; 2. an erroneous Conscience is, when we judge that to be evil or unnecessary which God hath expressly commanded, and is our Duty; crd dt j n1 vbz, c-crq pns12 vvb cst pc-acp vbi j-jn cc j r-crq np1 vhz av-j vvn, cc vbz po12 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 5
68 or that to be good and necessary which he hath plainly forbid, and is really sinful. or that to be good and necessary which he hath plainly forbid, and is really sinful. cc cst pc-acp vbi j cc j r-crq pns31 vhz av-j vvn, cc vbz av-j j. (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 5
69 Now our Consciences cannot alter the nature of things: Now our Consciences cannot altar the nature of things: av po12 n2 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n2: (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 5
70 that which is our Duty remaineth so, and we sin by omitting it, notwithstanding we in our Consciences think it unlawful to be done; that which is our Duty remains so, and we sin by omitting it, notwithstanding we in our Consciences think it unlawful to be done; cst r-crq vbz po12 n1 vvz av, cc pns12 vvb p-acp vvg pn31, c-acp pns12 p-acp po12 n2 vvb pn31 j pc-acp vbi vdn; (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 5
71 and what is really Evil continueth such, and is Sin in us, however our Consciences tell us it is our duty to do it: and what is really Evil Continueth such, and is since in us, however our Consciences tell us it is our duty to do it: cc q-crq vbz av-j j-jn vvz d, cc vbz n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp po12 n2 vvb pno12 pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vdi pn31: (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 5
72 and the fault is more or less compassionable and pardonable, as the causes of the Error are more or less voluntary and avoidable. and the fault is more or less compassionable and pardonable, as the Causes of the Error Are more or less voluntary and avoidable. cc dt n1 vbz av-dc cc av-dc j cc j, c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr n1 cc av-dc j-jn cc j. (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 5
73 This is a grievous Disease and deadly Sickness of the Mind, when we thus grossly err in our Judgments, This is a grievous Disease and deadly Sickness of the Mind, when we thus grossly err in our Judgments, d vbz dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns12 av av-j vvi p-acp po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 5
74 and act according to our mistaken Opinion of things. and act according to our mistaken Opinion of things. cc n1 vvg p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 pp-f n2. (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 5
75 3. A scrupulous Conscience is conversant about things in their own Nature indifferent, and it consists 3. A scrupulous Conscience is conversant about things in their own Nature indifferent, and it consists crd dt j n1 vbz j p-acp n2 p-acp po32 d n1 j, cc pn31 vvz (3) text (DIV1) 10 Page 5
76 Either in strictly tying up our selves to some things which God hath no where commanded; Either in strictly tying up our selves to Some things which God hath no where commanded; av-d p-acp av-j vvg a-acp po12 n2 p-acp d n2 r-crq np1 vhz dx n1 vvd; (3) text (DIV1) 11 Page 5
77 as the Pharisees made great Conscience of washing before they did eat, and abundance of other unnecessary Rites and Usages they had of Mens own inventing and devising, which they as religiously, as the Pharisees made great Conscience of washing before they did eat, and abundance of other unnecessary Rites and Usages they had of Men's own inventing and devising, which they as religiously, c-acp dt np1 vvd j n1 pp-f vvg c-acp pns32 vdd vvi, cc n1 pp-f j-jn j n2 cc n2 pns32 vhd pp-f ng2 d vvg cc vvg, r-crq pns32 a-acp av-j, (3) text (DIV1) 11 Page 5
78 nay more carefully observed than the indisputable Commands of God himself: nay more carefully observed than the indisputable Commands of God himself: uh-x av-dc av-j vvn cs dt j vvz pp-f np1 px31: (3) text (DIV1) 11 Page 5
79 Or in a conscientious abstaining from some things which are not forbid, nor any ways unlawful. Or in a conscientious abstaining from Some things which Are not forbid, nor any ways unlawful. cc p-acp dt j vvg p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr xx vvn, ccx d n2 j. (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 5
80 Touch not, taste not, handle not, doubting and fearing where no fear is, thinking that they should as much offend God by eating some kind of Meats, wearing some Garments, Touch not, taste not, handle not, doubting and fearing where no Fear is, thinking that they should as much offend God by eating Some kind of Meats, wearing Some Garments, vvb xx, n1 xx, vvb xx, vvg cc vvg c-crq dx n1 vbz, vvg cst pns32 vmd p-acp d vvb np1 p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f n2, vvg d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 6
81 as they should do were they guilty of Murder and Adultery. as they should do were they guilty of Murder and Adultery. c-acp pns32 vmd vdi vbdr pns32 j pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 6
82 Which is the case of many amongst us, who by such Scrupulosity about little matters seem more precise and austere than other good and honest Christians are, Which is the case of many among us, who by such Scrupulosity about little matters seem more precise and austere than other good and honest Christians Are, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d p-acp pno12, r-crq p-acp d n1 p-acp j n2 vvb av-dc j cc j cs j-jn j cc j np1 vbr, (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 6
83 or themselves need or ought to be. or themselves need or ought to be. cc px32 vvi cc pi pc-acp vbi. (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 6
84 For be it from me, by any thing I shall now say, to discourage the greatest and tenderest care any Christian can take to keep himself from all Sin, from all Occasions and Temptations to it, from the least appearance of Evil, of what is really such: For be it from me, by any thing I shall now say, to discourage the greatest and Tenderest care any Christian can take to keep himself from all since, from all Occasions and Temptations to it, from the least appearance of Evil, of what is really such: p-acp vbi pn31 p-acp pno11, p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb av vvi, pc-acp vvi dt js cc vv2 vvi d np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d n1, p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n-jn, pp-f r-crq vbz av-j d: (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 6
85 and to do any thing that is in it self sinful, out of confidence that it is lawful, is far worse and a more grievous offence than to abstain from many things which are truly lawful, out of an Opinion that they are sinful. and to do any thing that is in it self sinful, out of confidence that it is lawful, is Far Worse and a more grievous offence than to abstain from many things which Are truly lawful, out of an Opinion that they Are sinful. cc pc-acp vdi d n1 cst vbz p-acp pn31 n1 j, av pp-f n1 cst pn31 vbz j, vbz av-j av-jc cc dt av-dc j n1 cs pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr av-j j, av pp-f dt n1 cst pns32 vbr j. (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 6
86 Notwithstanding this, I cannot but reckon it the chief Policy of the Devil, the grand Enemy of all that is good, Notwithstanding this, I cannot but reckon it the chief Policy of the devil, the grand Enemy of all that is good, a-acp d, pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi pn31 dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f d cst vbz j, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 6
87 when he cannot persuade us that there is nothing at all sinful or unlawful, then to make us suspect every thing for such, when he cannot persuade us that there is nothing At all sinful or unlawful, then to make us suspect every thing for such, c-crq pns31 vmbx vvi pno12 d pc-acp vbz pix p-acp d j cc j, av pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi d n1 p-acp d, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 6
88 or at least, that there is great danger of displeasing God by the most indifferent and innocent Actions; or At least, that there is great danger of displeasing God by the most indifferent and innocent Actions; cc p-acp ds, cst pc-acp vbz j n1 pp-f j-vvg np1 p-acp dt av-ds j cc j-jn n2; (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 6
89 by these means ensnaring and entangling Mens Consciences, and rendring Religion a most troublesome burden to them. by these means ensnaring and entangling Men's Consciences, and rendering Religion a most troublesome burden to them. p-acp d n2 j-vvg cc vvg ng2 n2, cc vvg n1 dt av-ds j n1 p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 6
90 A scrupulous Conscience therefore starts and boggles, where there is no real Evil or Mischief; A scrupulous Conscience Therefore starts and boggles, where there is no real Evil or Mischief; dt j n1 av vvz cc vvz, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx j n-jn cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 6
91 is afraid of omitting or doing what may be omitted or done without Sin. Which I know not how better to illustrate than by those unaccountable Antipathies or Prejudices that some men have against some sort of Meats, is afraid of omitting or doing what may be omitted or done without Sin. Which I know not how better to illustrate than by those unaccountable Antipathies or Prejudices that Some men have against Some sort of Meats, vbz j pp-f vvg cc vdg q-crq vmb vbi vvn cc vdn p-acp np1 r-crq pns11 vvb xx c-crq j pc-acp vvi cs p-acp d j n2 cc n2 cst d n2 vhb p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 6
92 or living Creatures, which have not the least harm or hurt in them, yet are so offensive and dreadful to such Persons, that they fly from them as they would from a Tyger or Bear, or living Creatures, which have not the least harm or hurt in them, yet Are so offensive and dreadful to such Persons, that they fly from them as they would from a Tiger or Bear, cc j-vvg n2, r-crq vhb xx dt ds n1 cc vvi p-acp pno32, av vbr av j cc j p-acp d n2, cst pns32 vvb p-acp pno32 c-acp pns32 vmd p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 6
93 and avoid them as they would do the Plague or Poyson. and avoid them as they would do the Plague or Poison. cc vvi pno32 c-acp pns32 vmd vdi dt n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 6
94 Just thus do some Men run out of the Church at the sight of a Surplice, Just thus do Some Men run out of the Church At the sighed of a Surplice, j av vdb d n2 vvb av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 7
95 as if they had been scared by the apparition of a Ghost. I. as if they had been scared by the apparition of a Ghost. I. c-acp cs pns32 vhd vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. pns11. (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 7
96 proceed to the second thing I propounded, to observe to you some few general things concerning this scrupulous Conscience; as, proceed to the second thing I propounded, to observe to you Some few general things Concerning this scrupulous Conscience; as, vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vvd, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 d d j n2 vvg d j n1; c-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 7
97 1. That this is a very sickly, crazy temper of mind, a great indisposition, a state of weakness and infirmity. 1. That this is a very sickly, crazy temper of mind, a great indisposition, a state of weakness and infirmity. crd cst d vbz dt av j, j n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 7
98 It ariseth from Ignorance and want of right understanding our Religion, from undue timerousness or unsetledness of mind, from melancholy, It arises from Ignorance and want of right understanding our Religion, from undue timorousness or unsettledness of mind, from melancholy, pn31 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1 po12 n1, p-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n-jn, (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 7
99 or unreasonable prejudices and mistakes about the nature of things. or unreasonable prejudices and mistakes about the nature of things. cc j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 7
100 Such scrupulous Persons are like fearful Women, that wander in the dark, who seeing nothing to affright them, Such scrupulous Persons Are like fearful Women, that wander in the dark, who seeing nothing to affright them, d j n2 vbr av-j j n2, cst vvb p-acp dt j, r-crq vvg pix pc-acp vvi pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 7
101 yet fancy many things, which make them tremble every step they take: yet fancy many things, which make them tremble every step they take: av vvb d n2, r-crq vvb pno32 vvi d n1 pns32 vvb: (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 7
102 or like those who see only by an uncertain glimmering twilight, their Imagination once abus'd and prepossess'd, transforms every Object into a Monster or Gyant. or like those who see only by an uncertain glimmering twilight, their Imagination once abused and prepossessed, transforms every Object into a Monster or Giant. cc av-j d r-crq vvb av-j p-acp dt j j-vvg n1, po32 n1 a-acp vvn cc vvn, vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 7
103 Thus this Scrupulous is the same with what in other Words some call a tender Conscience, Thus this Scrupulous is the same with what in other Words Some call a tender Conscience, av d j vbz dt d p-acp r-crq p-acp j-jn n2 d vvb dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 7
104 so tender that every thing hurts and wounds it, like a tender Eye which the least Dust or Smoak grievously offends, so tender that every thing hurts and wounds it, like a tender Eye which the least Dust or Smoke grievously offends, av j cst d n1 vvz cc vvz pn31, av-j dt j n1 r-crq dt ds n1 cc n1 av-j vvz, (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 7
105 or a tender constitution of Body, which the least Air or Wind mightily disorders and discomposes. or a tender constitution of Body, which the least Air or Wind mightily disorders and discomposes. cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt ds n1 cc n1 av-j n2 cc vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 7
106 Now this is far from being any Vertue or Commendation in us, this is no desirable Qualification, Now this is Far from being any Virtue or Commendation in us, this is no desirable Qualification, av d vbz av-j p-acp vbg d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, d vbz dx j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 7
107 nor a matter of Ambition to be thought men of such tender Consciences, no more than it is for a man's Reputation to be sickly and often indispos'd. nor a matter of Ambition to be Thought men of such tender Consciences, no more than it is for a Man's Reputation to be sickly and often indisposed. ccx dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn n2 pp-f d j n2, av-dx dc cs pn31 vbz p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vbi j cc av vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 7
108 A good Conscience is firm and steady, well setled and resolved, and such needless Scruples about things lawful are at the best a sign of an ungovern'd Fancy, and a weak Judgment. A good Conscience is firm and steady, well settled and resolved, and such needless Scruples about things lawful Are At the best a Signen of an ungoverned Fancy, and a weak Judgement. dt j n1 vbz j cc j, av vvn cc vvn, cc d j n2 p-acp n2 j vbr p-acp dt js dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 7
109 As the niceness and squeamishness of a mans Stomach that distasts wholsom Food is a simptom of an unsound and unhealthy Body. As the niceness and squeamishness of a men Stomach that distastes wholesome Food is a simptom of an unsound and unhealthy Body. p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cst vvz j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 7
110 This doth not argue any extraordinary holiness or purity above others, as the Pharisee conceited of himself, stand off, come not ' nigh me, touch me not, This does not argue any extraordinary holiness or purity above Others, as the Pharisee conceited of himself, stand off, come not ' High me, touch me not, d vdz xx vvi d j n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn, c-acp dt np1 vvn pp-f px31, vvb a-acp, vvb xx ' zz pno11, vvb pno11 xx, (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 7
111 for I am holier than thou, because he washed himself so often. for I am Holier than thou, Because he washed himself so often. c-acp pns11 vbm jc cs pns21, c-acp pns31 vvd px31 av av. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 8
112 No, we are yet in a childish state, and whilst we are frighted with such Bug-bears and Phantasms, we have not yet arrived to the Understanding or Resolution of a Man. No, we Are yet in a childish state, and while we Are frighted with such Bugbears and Phantasms, we have not yet arrived to the Understanding or Resolution of a Man. uh-dx, pns12 vbr av p-acp dt j n1, cc cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d j cc n2, pns12 vhb xx av vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 8
113 2. This Scrupulosity about little matters may be, and is often a sign of Hypocrisie. I take not upon my self to judge any Persons. 2. This Scrupulosity about little matters may be, and is often a Signen of Hypocrisy. I take not upon my self to judge any Persons. crd d n1 p-acp j n2 vmb vbi, cc vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1. pns11 vvb xx p-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 8
114 Let every man look to himself; but thus certainly it was with the Scribes and Pharisees of old; Let every man look to himself; but thus Certainly it was with the Scribes and Pharisees of old; vvb d n1 vvb p-acp px31; cc-acp av av-j pn31 vbds p-acp dt n2 cc np2 pp-f j; (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 8
115 They strained at every Gnat, stumbled at every Straw, would starve sooner than eat their Meat with defiled hands, would not for the World wrong a man of a Cummin-seed, They strained At every Gnat, stumbled At every Straw, would starve sooner than eat their Meat with defiled hands, would not for the World wrong a man of a Cuminseed, pns32 vvd p-acp d n1, vvn p-acp d n1, vmd vvi av-c cs vvi po32 n1 p-acp j-vvn n2, vmd xx p-acp dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 8
116 or a spear of Mint, and by this wonderful exactness and strictness in some instances, they easily gained the Reputation of the greatest Saints; or a spear of Mint, and by this wondered exactness and strictness in Some instances, they Easily gained the Reputation of the greatest Saints; cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp d j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, pns32 av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f dt js n2; (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 8
117 so that it is said to have been an ordinary Proverb among the Jews, That if but two persons in the World, went to Heaven, one of them would be a Scribe the other a Pharisee. so that it is said to have been an ordinary Proverb among the jews, That if but two Persons in the World, went to Heaven, one of them would be a Scribe the other a Pharisee. av cst pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vbn dt j n1 p-acp dt np2, cst cs p-acp crd n2 p-acp dt n1, vvd p-acp n1, crd pp-f pno32 vmd vbi zz vvi dt j-jn dt np1. (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 8
118 Yet for all this, if we will believe our Saviour's account of them, they made nothing of swallowing Camels, living in the greatest and most known Wickedness. Alas! Yet for all this, if we will believe our Saviour's account of them, they made nothing of swallowing Camels, living in the greatest and most known Wickedness. Alas! av p-acp d d, cs pns12 vmb vvi po12 ng1 n1 pp-f pno32, pns32 vvd pix pp-f j-vvg n2, vvg p-acp dt js cc av-ds j-vvn n1. uh! (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 8
119 their Consciences would not give them leave to enter into the Governours Hall to go amongst the Heathens, their Consciences would not give them leave to enter into the Governors Hall to go among the heathens, po32 n2 vmd xx vvi pno32 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2-jn, (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 8
120 for fear of being polluted by them, yet at the same time they stuck not at suborning false Witnesses against the best and most innocent Person that ever lived. for Fear of being polluted by them, yet At the same time they stuck not At suborning false Witnesses against the best and most innocent Person that ever lived. p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp pno32, av p-acp dt d n1 pns32 vvd xx p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp dt js cc av-ds j-jn n1 cst av vvd. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 8
121 They blamed the Disciples for plucking the ears of Corn on the Sabbath-day, as if they, poor tender-hearted men, were offended and grieved to the Soul at such Prophaneness, They blamed the Disciples for plucking the ears of Corn on the Sabbath-day, as if they, poor tender-hearted men, were offended and grieved to the Soul At such Profaneness, pns32 vvd dt n2 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pns32, j j n2, vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 8
122 and yet they thought it nothing to deny relief and succour to their own Parents when in Want or Distress; and yet they Thought it nothing to deny relief and succour to their own Parents when in Want or Distress; cc av pns32 vvd pn31 pix p-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 d n2 c-crq p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 8
123 they made no Bones of Rapine and Extortion, oppressing the Poor, or devouring Widows Houses. they made no Bones of Rapine and Extortion, oppressing the Poor, or devouring Widows Houses. pns32 vvd dx n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvg dt j, cc j-vvg n2 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 8
124 By their curiosity about these external Observances, they hoped to make amends for their gross Transgressions in other cases of far greater weight and moment. By their curiosity about these external Observances, they hoped to make amends for their gross Transgressions in other cases of Far greater weight and moment. p-acp po32 n1 p-acp d j n2, pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f av-j jc n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 8
125 Since they denied themselves many things which God had allow'd them, they hop'd he would readily forgive them, Since they denied themselves many things which God had allowed them, they hoped he would readily forgive them, p-acp pns32 vvd px32 d n2 r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno32, pns32 vvd pns31 vmd av-j vvi pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 9
126 tho in some other things they took a greater Liberty than he had permitted them. though in Some other things they took a greater Liberty than he had permitted them. cs p-acp d j-jn n2 pns32 vvd dt jc n1 cs pns31 vhd vvn pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 9
127 Had any of us been present when Mary, St. John 12. 3. took the Ointment of Spikenard, very costly, Had any of us been present when Marry, Saint John 12. 3. took the Ointment of Spikenard, very costly, vhd d pp-f pno12 vbi j c-crq vvi, n1 np1 crd crd vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, av j, (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 9
128 and anointed the Feet of Jesus, and had heard Judas 's Rebuke, Why was not this Ointment sold for three hundred pence, and anointed the Feet of jesus, and had herd Judas is Rebuke, Why was not this Ointment sold for three hundred pence, cc vvd dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vhd vvn np1 vbz n1, q-crq vbds xx d n1 vvn p-acp crd crd n2, (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 9
129 and given to the Poor? (He scrupled such a profuse expence, tho about our Saviour himself. and given to the Poor? (He scrupled such a profuse expense, though about our Saviour himself. cc vvn p-acp dt j? (pns31 vvd d dt j n1, cs p-acp po12 n1 px31. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 9
130 He thought it might have been better employ'd, to more useful purposes.) Should we not from this have strait concluded him the most charitable and conscientious of all Christ's Disciples, He Thought it might have been better employed, to more useful Purposes.) Should we not from this have strait concluded him the most charitable and conscientious of all Christ's Disciples, pns31 vvd pn31 vmd vhi vbn jc vvd, p-acp av-dc j n2.) vmd pns12 xx p-acp d vhb av-j vvn pno31 dt av-ds j cc j pp-f d npg1 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 9
131 and yet this over-great care for the Poor was only a pretence and covering for his theevish Intention. and yet this overgreat care for the Poor was only a pretence and covering for his thievish Intention. cc av d j n1 p-acp dt j vbds av-j dt n1 cc vvg p-acp po31 j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 9
132 They therefore who are so scrupulous about little indifferent matters, ought to approve their Honesty and Sincerity by the most accurate Diligence in the Practise of all other Duties of Religion, which are plainly and undoubtedly such. They Therefore who Are so scrupulous about little indifferent matters, ought to approve their Honesty and Sincerity by the most accurate Diligence in the practice of all other Duties of Religion, which Are plainly and undoubtedly such. pns32 av r-crq vbr av j p-acp j j n2, pi pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr av-j cc av-j d. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
133 They who pretend to such a tender Conscience above other Men must know, that the World will watch them as to the fairness and justice of their Dealings, the calmness of their Tempers, their behaviour in their several Relations, their Modesty, Humility, Charity, Peaceableness, and the like. They who pretend to such a tender Conscience above other Men must know, that the World will watch them as to the fairness and Justice of their Dealings, the calmness of their Tempers, their behaviour in their several Relations, their Modesty, Humility, Charity, Peaceableness, and the like. pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp j-jn n2 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2-vvg, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, po32 n1 p-acp po32 j n2, po32 n1, n1, n1, n1, cc dt j. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
134 If in all these things they keep the same Tenor, use the same caution and circumspection, If in all these things they keep the same Tenor, use the same caution and circumspection, cs p-acp d d n2 pns32 vvb dt d n1, vvb dt d n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
135 and be uniformly conscientious, then it must be acknowledged, that it is only Weakness or Ignorance that raiseth their Scruples, not any vicious Principle; and be uniformly conscientious, then it must be acknowledged, that it is only Weakness or Ignorance that Raiseth their Scruples, not any vicious Principle; cc vbi av-j j, cs pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst pn31 vbz j n1 cc n1 cst vvz po32 n2, xx d j n1; (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
136 and the condition of those who are under the power of such Scruples, is much to be commiserated. and the condition of those who Are under the power of such Scruples, is much to be commiserated. cc dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
137 But, when I see a Man scrupling praying by a Book or Form, and yet living without any Sense of God or Fear of him, afraid of a Ceremony in God's Worship, But, when I see a Man Scrutining praying by a Book or From, and yet living without any Sense of God or fear of him, afraid of a Ceremony in God's Worship, p-acp, c-crq pns11 vvb dt n1 vvg n-vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc av vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 pp-f pno31, j pp-f dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 22 Page 9
138 and not afraid of a plain damnable Sin, of Covetousness, rash censuring his Brethren, of Hatred and Strife, Faction and Schism, and disobedience to Superiours; and not afraid of a plain damnable since, of Covetousness, rash censuring his Brothers, of Hatred and Strife, Faction and Schism, and disobedience to Superiors; cc xx j pp-f dt j j n1, pp-f n1, av-j vvg po31 n2, pp-f n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp n2-jn; (3) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
139 when I see one that out of Conscience refuseth to kneel at the Sacrament, and yet dares totally neglect the Communion; when I see one that out of Conscience Refuseth to kneel At the Sacrament, and yet dares totally neglect the Communion; c-crq pns11 vvb pi cst av pp-f n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc av vvz av-j vvb dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
140 who takes great care not to give offence to his weak Brother, but can freely speak evil of Dignities, and despiseth his lawful Governours; who Takes great care not to give offence to his weak Brother, but can freely speak evil of Dignities, and despises his lawful Governors; r-crq vvz j n1 xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 j n1, cc-acp vmb av-j vvi j-jn pp-f n2, cc vvz po31 j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
141 it is not then uncharitable to say, That it is not dread of displeasing God, it is not then uncharitable to say, That it is not dread of displeasing God, pn31 vbz xx av j pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vbz xx j pp-f j-vvg np1, (3) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
142 but some other bye end or interest that acts and moves such a Person, and in pleading the Tenderness of his Conscience he is no other than a downright Hypocrite. but Some other buy end or Interest that acts and moves such a Person, and in pleading the Tenderness of his Conscience he is no other than a downright Hypocrite. cc-acp d j-jn n1 n1 cc n1 cst n2 cc vvz d dt n1, cc p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vbz dx n-jn cs dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
143 On the other side, Let a Man be never so punctual and critical in his Conformity to all the appointed Ceremonies and Usages in our Church, let him constantly attend Gods solemn Worship, On the other side, Let a Man be never so punctual and critical in his Conformity to all the appointed Ceremonies and Usages in our Church, let him constantly attend God's solemn Worship, p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb dt n1 vbi av-x av j cc j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d dt j-vvn n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 n1, vvb pno31 av-j vvi npg1 j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 23 Page 10
144 and behave himself most reverently and decently at the Publick Prayers, yet if this Man be prophane and intemperate, a Derider of true Piety and Godliness, and behave himself most reverently and decently At the Public Prayers, yet if this Man be profane and intemperate, a Derider of true Piety and Godliness, cc vvi px31 av-ds av-j cc av-j p-acp dt j n2, av cs d n1 vbi j cc j, dt np1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 23 Page 10
145 if he lives loosly and at Random, all his regular Devotions, all his bowing and kneeling to the Honour of our Saviour, all his niceness about his Worship to perform it in the most orderly manner, all his Zeal for the Church shall avail him nothing. if he lives loosely and At Random, all his regular Devotions, all his bowing and kneeling to the Honour of our Saviour, all his niceness about his Worship to perform it in the most orderly manner, all his Zeal for the Church shall avail him nothing. cs pns31 vvz av-j cc p-acp av-an, d po31 j n2, d po31 vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, d po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt av-ds j n1, d po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 pix. (3) text (DIV1) 23 Page 10
146 He is no better than the Pharisee, washing the out-side, whilst he is within full of all Wickedness and Uncleanness. He is no better than the Pharisee, washing the outside, while he is within full of all Wickedness and Uncleanness. pns31 vbz dx jc cs dt np1, vvg dt n1-an, cs pns31 vbz a-acp j pp-f d n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 23 Page 10
147 To be so concerned about little things, whilst we make no Conscience of the greater, is the most evident sign that can be given of a false Christian. To be so concerned about little things, while we make no Conscience of the greater, is the most evident Signen that can be given of a false Christian. pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp j n2, cs pns12 vvb dx n1 pp-f dt jc, vbz dt av-ds j n1 cst vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt j njp. (3) text (DIV1) 23 Page 10
148 And hath it not often hapned in the World, that such a mighty Scrupulosity about our Duty hath proved a very successful way of growing great or raising an Estate, by giving Men so fair an opportunity of imposing upon the credulous and unwary? So that I have known it advised as an useful caution to those that would live in the World, always to stand upon your Guard and look to your Pockets, And hath it not often happened in the World, that such a mighty Scrupulosity about our Duty hath proved a very successful Way of growing great or raising an Estate, by giving Men so fair an opportunity of imposing upon the credulous and unwary? So that I have known it advised as an useful caution to those that would live in the World, always to stand upon your Guard and look to your Pockets, np1 vhz pn31 xx av vvn p-acp dt n1, cst d dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1 vhz vvn dt j j n1 pp-f vvg j cc vvg dt n1, p-acp vvg n2 av j dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j cc j-u? av cst pns11 vhb vvn pn31 vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d cst vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, av pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1 cc vvi p-acp po22 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 23 Page 10
149 when you deal with those who pretend to greater Tenderness and Exactness than other undoubtedly sober and honest Christians generally do. when you deal with those who pretend to greater Tenderness and Exactness than other undoubtedly Sobrium and honest Christians generally do. c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp jc n1 cc n1 cs j-jn av-j j cc j np1 av-j vdi. (3) text (DIV1) 23 Page 10
150 3. Where Persons are truly honest and mean well, there is nothing more troublesom and vexatious than such unreasonable Scruples about things lawful. 3. Where Persons Are truly honest and mean well, there is nothing more troublesome and vexatious than such unreasonable Scruples about things lawful. crd q-crq n2 vbr av-j j cc j av, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cc j cs d j n2 p-acp n2 j. (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 11
151 This must needs be an intolerable disturbance to a Man's Mind, and breed great Anxiety and Inquietude, This must needs be an intolerable disturbance to a Man's Mind, and breed great Anxiety and Inquietude, d vmb av vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc vvi j n1 cc vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 11
152 when Persons are continually shivering and trembling lest by every thing they do they incur the Divine Displeasure; when Persons Are continually shivering and trembling lest by every thing they do they incur the Divine Displeasure; c-crq n2 vbr av-j j-vvg cc vvg cs p-acp d n1 pns32 vdb pns32 vvi dt j-jn n1; (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 11
153 and it certainly disables a man from performing his necessary Duty. and it Certainly disables a man from performing his necessary Duty. cc pn31 av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp vvg po31 j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 11
154 He is likely to make but a slow Progress in his Journey, who instead of going on cheerfully in his way, is frequently at a stand, doubting which Foot he should set forward, He is likely to make but a slow Progress in his Journey, who instead of going on cheerfully in his Way, is frequently At a stand, doubting which Foot he should Set forward, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq av pp-f vvg a-acp av-j p-acp po31 n1, vbz av-j p-acp dt n1, vvg r-crq n1 pns31 vmd vvi av-j, (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 11
155 or what particular Path he should choose. or what particular Path he should choose. cc r-crq j n1 pns31 vmd vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 11
156 This robs men, in a great measure, of that Peace and Satisfaction which they might otherwise find in Religion, This robs men, in a great measure, of that Peace and Satisfaction which they might otherwise find in Religion, np1 vvz n2, p-acp dt j n1, pp-f d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vmd av vvi p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 11
157 whilst they are daily perplexing themselves with untying Knots which themselves only have fastned. while they Are daily perplexing themselves with untying Knots which themselves only have fastened. cs pns32 vbr av-j vvg px32 p-acp vvg n2 r-crq px32 av-j vhi vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 11
158 Scruples about things indifferent, when once we attend to and entertain them, like the Plague of Flies amongst the Egyptians, will be constantly buzzing in our Ears, Scruples about things indifferent, when once we attend to and entertain them, like the Plague of Flies among the egyptians, will be constantly buzzing in our Ears, n2 p-acp n2 j, c-crq a-acp pns12 vvb p-acp cc vvi pno32, av-j dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt njp2, vmb vbi av-j vvg p-acp po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 11
159 and tormenting us with their Impertinency; and tormenting us with their Impertinency; cc vvg pno12 p-acp po32 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 11
160 till at length we come to distrust every thing, and there is nothing that belongs to ordinary civility, no recreation we can use, no cloaths we can wear, no discourse we can hold with others, no conversation we can maintain, till At length we come to distrust every thing, and there is nothing that belongs to ordinary civility, no recreation we can use, no clothes we can wear, no discourse we can hold with Others, no Conversation we can maintain, c-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1, cc pc-acp vbz pix cst vvz p-acp j n1, dx n1 pns12 vmb vvi, dx n2 pns12 vmb vvi, dx n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n2-jn, dx n1 pns12 vmb vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 11
161 or business which we transact in the World, but we shall raise some trifling Objections or Scruples about it, which will make our Condition continually uneasie and restless. For, or business which we transact in the World, but we shall raise Some trifling Objections or Scruples about it, which will make our Condition continually uneasy and restless. For, cc n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi d j-vvg n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, r-crq vmb vvi po12 n1 av-j j cc j. p-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 11
162 4. These Scruples are infinite and endless: 4. These Scruples Are infinite and endless: crd np1 n2 vbr j cc j: (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 11
163 for, being grounded upon some very little and inconsiderable Reason, there is hardly any thing to be done but some small Exceptions may be started against it, which may soon puzzle and confound the more ignorant sort of Christians. for, being grounded upon Some very little and inconsiderable Reason, there is hardly any thing to be done but Some small Exceptions may be started against it, which may soon puzzle and confound the more ignorant sort of Christians. c-acp, vbg vvn p-acp d j j cc j n1, pc-acp vbz av d n1 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp d j n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, r-crq vmb av vvi cc vvi dt av-dc j n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 11
164 Thus he that scruples a Minister's officiating in a white Garment, may easily be brought to doubt of the fitness of his doing it in black, Thus he that scruples a Minister's officiating in a white Garment, may Easily be brought to doubt of the fitness of his doing it in black, av pns31 cst n2 dt ng1 j-vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1, vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 vdg pn31 p-acp j-jn, (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 11
165 and then he proceeds against any solemn distinct Habit, and at last against the Office of Ministers it self, and then he proceeds against any solemn distinct Habit, and At last against the Office of Ministers it self, cc av pns31 vvz p-acp d j j n1, cc p-acp ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pn31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 12
166 and tells you all Gods People are holy, and that all Christians are a Royal Priest-hood, and tells you all God's People Are holy, and that all Christians Are a Royal Priesthood, cc vvz pn22 d ng1 n1 vbr j, cc cst d np1 vbr dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 12
167 and we have no need of Teachers, for we are all taught of God. and we have no need of Teachers, for we Are all taught of God. cc pns12 vhb dx n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pns12 vbr d vvn pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 12
168 From scrupling the Sign of the Cross after Baptism, Men have soon come to question Infant Baptism it self: From Scrutining the Signen of the Cross After Baptism, Men have soon come to question Infant Baptism it self: p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp n1, n2 vhb av vvn pc-acp vvi n1 n1 pn31 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 12
169 they have at first perchance disliked only some significant Ceremonies in God's Worship, of Humane appointment, they have At First perchance disliked only Some significant Ceremonies in God's Worship, of Humane appointment, pns32 vhb p-acp ord av vvd av-j d j n2 p-acp npg1 n1, pp-f j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 12
170 but thence they have gone on to deny all outward bodily Reverence, and thought it not expedient to pull off their Hats in Church, but thence they have gone on to deny all outward bodily reverence, and Thought it not expedient to pull off their Hats in Church, cc-acp av pns32 vhb vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi d j j n1, cc vvd pn31 xx j pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 12
171 then not to do it before Magistrates, at last not at all: and thus by giving place to such little Scruples, they become afraid of speaking, looking, then not to do it before Magistrates, At last not At all: and thus by giving place to such little Scruples, they become afraid of speaking, looking, cs xx pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp n2, p-acp ord xx p-acp d: cc av p-acp vvg n1 p-acp d j n2, pns32 vvb j pp-f vvg, vvg, (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 12
172 or doing any thing like other Men. This is notorious amongst us. or doing any thing like other Men. This is notorious among us. cc vdg d n1 av-j j-jn n2. d vbz j p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 12
173 Those who have taken Offence at some things in our Church and have thereupon separated from us, Those who have taken Offence At Some things in our Church and have thereupon separated from us, d r-crq vhb vvn n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp po12 n1 cc vhb av vvn p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 26 Page 12
174 and associated themselves with a purer Congregation, have soon disliked something amongst them also, and then they would reform themselves farther, and associated themselves with a Purer Congregation, have soon disliked something among them also, and then they would reform themselves farther, cc vvn px32 p-acp dt jc n1, vhb av vvn pi p-acp pno32 av, cc av pns32 vmd vvi px32 av-jc, (3) text (DIV1) 26 Page 12
175 and after that refine themselves more still, till at last they have sunk down either into Quakerism, Popery, or Atheism. and After that refine themselves more still, till At last they have sunk down either into Quakerism, Popery, or Atheism. cc p-acp d vvb px32 av-dc av, c-acp p-acp ord pns32 vhb vvn a-acp av-d p-acp n1, n1, cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Page 12
176 This doth not only now and then happen in the World, but is the probable effect of embracing and cherishing such Scruples, that men go on scrupling one thing after another, till at length they doubt of every thing. This does not only now and then happen in the World, but is the probable Effect of embracing and cherishing such Scruples, that men go on Scrutining one thing After Another, till At length they doubt of every thing. d vdz xx av-j av cc av vvb p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg d n2, cst n2 vvb p-acp vvg crd n1 p-acp j-jn, c-acp p-acp n1 pns32 vvb pp-f d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Page 12
177 5. Lastly, This needless scrupling of lawful things hath done unspeakable Mischief to the Church of Christ, especially to the Reformed Church of England; a Church reformed according to the most Primitive and Apostolical Pattern, by the best and wisest Rules, in which even by the confession of the soberest and most considerable of our Dissenters nothing is required, 5. Lastly, This needless Scrutining of lawful things hath done unspeakable Mischief to the Church of christ, especially to the Reformed Church of England; a Church reformed according to the most Primitive and Apostolical Pattern, by the best and Wisest Rules, in which even by the Confessi of the Soberest and most considerable of our Dissenters nothing is required, crd ord, d j n-vvg pp-f j n2 vhz vdn j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f np1; dt n1 vvd vvg p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1, p-acp dt js cc js n2, p-acp r-crq av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js cc av-ds j pp-f po12 n2 pix vbz vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 27 Page 12
178 as a condition of Communion, that is sinful; as a condition of Communion, that is sinful; c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz j; (3) text (DIV1) 27 Page 12
179 yet how is she rent and torn, mangled and divided, how hath she been assaulted, undermined, yet how is she rend and torn, mangled and divided, how hath she been assaulted, undermined, av q-crq vbz pns31 vvn cc vvn, j-vvn cc vvn, q-crq vhz pns31 vbn vvn, vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 27 Page 12
180 and in danger to be the second time overthrown upon the account only of Habits and Gestures, and in danger to be the second time overthrown upon the account only of Habits and Gestures, cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi dt ord n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 av-j pp-f n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 27 Page 12
181 and particular Forms, Rites, and Modes of Discipline and Worship, with which some Men are not well satisfied or pleased, which they judge might be better done and ordered another way, and particular Forms, Rites, and Modes of Discipline and Worship, with which Some Men Are not well satisfied or pleased, which they judge might be better done and ordered Another Way, cc j n2, n2, cc np1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq d n2 vbr xx av vvn cc vvn, r-crq pns32 vvi vmd vbi av-jc vdn cc vvn j-jn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 27 Page 13
182 or which they rather would have left at liberty, that every Man may do therein according to his own Discretion or Opinion. or which they rather would have left At liberty, that every Man may do therein according to his own Discretion or Opinion. cc r-crq pns32 av-c vmd vhi vvn p-acp n1, cst d n1 vmb vdi av vvg p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 27 Page 13
183 In the great and necessary Truths of Religion we all profess to be agreed. In the great and necessary Truths of Religion we all profess to be agreed. p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1 pns12 d vvb pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 13
184 We all worship the same God, believe in the same Lord and Saviour, have the same Baptism, the same Faith, the same Hope, the same common Interest, our Sacraments, We all worship the same God, believe in the same Lord and Saviour, have the same Baptism, the same Faith, the same Hope, the same Common Interest, our Sacraments, pns12 d vvb dt d np1, vvb p-acp dt d n1 cc n1, vhb dt d n1, dt d n1, dt d n1, dt d j n1, po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 13
185 as to the main are rightly administred according to our Saviours Institution, our Churches are acknowledged to be true Churches of Jesus Christ: but there are some Constitutions, which respect chiefly outward Order and the decent performance of Divine Worship, against which men have received strange Prejudices, on the account of them have raised a mighty noise and clamour against the Church, as to the main Are rightly administered according to our Saviors Institution, our Churches Are acknowledged to be true Churches of jesus christ: but there Are Some Constitutions, which respect chiefly outward Order and the decent performance of Divine Worship, against which men have received strange Prejudices, on the account of them have raised a mighty noise and clamour against the Church, c-acp p-acp dt j vbr av-jn vvn p-acp p-acp po12 ng1 n1, po12 n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f np1 np1: p-acp a-acp vbr d n2, r-crq n1 av-jn j n1 cc dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq n2 vhb vvn j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 vhb vvn dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 13
186 and have openly separated from its Communion, as if by renouncing of Popery we had only exchanged one idolatrous Service for another. and have openly separated from its Communion, as if by renouncing of Popery we had only exchanged one idolatrous Service for Another. cc vhb av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp cs p-acp vvg pp-f n1 pns12 vhd av-j vvn pi j n1 p-acp n-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 13
187 About these skirts and borders, the dress and circumstances of Religion hath been all our quarrelling and contention; About these skirts and borders, the dress and Circumstances of Religion hath been all our quarreling and contention; p-acp d n2 cc n2, dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n1 vhz vbn av-d po12 vvg cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 13
188 and these Differences have proceeded to such an height, as to beget immortal Feuds and Animosities, to break and crumble us into little Parties and Fractions, whereby mutual Edification his hindred, our common Religion suffers Reproach, the Enemies of it are strengthned and encouraged, publick Peace endangered, and these Differences have proceeded to such an height, as to beget immortal Feuds and Animosities, to break and crumble us into little Parties and Fractions, whereby mutual Edification his hindered, our Common Religion suffers Reproach, the Enemies of it Are strengthened and encouraged, public Peace endangered, cc d n2 vhb vvn p-acp d dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi j n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvb pno12 p-acp j n2 cc n2, c-crq j n1 po31 vvn, po12 j n1 vvz n1, dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr vvn cc vvn, j n1 vvd, (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 13
189 and brotherly Love, the Badge of Christ's Disciples, quite lost amongst us: and brotherly Love, the Badge of Christ's Disciples, quite lost among us: cc av-j vvi, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, av vvn p-acp pno12: (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 13
190 and the continuance of these miserable Distractions amongst us upon such frivolous Accounts, (if compared with the Interests of Peace and Charity) is a matter of sad consideration to all lively Members of Christ's Body, and the Continuance of these miserable Distractions among us upon such frivolous Accounts, (if compared with the Interests of Peace and Charity) is a matter of sad consideration to all lively Members of Christ's Body, cc dt n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp d j n2, (cs vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1) vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 13
191 and forebodes great evils impendent over our Church and State. and forebodes great evils impendent over our Church and State. cc n2 j n2-jn j-jn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 13
192 I doubt not to say, that the Devil hath fought more successfully against Religion under the mark of a zealous Reformer, I doubt not to say, that the devil hath fought more successfully against Religion under the mark of a zealous Reformer, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vhz vvn av-dc av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 14
193 than under any other disguise whatever. than under any other disguise whatever. cs p-acp d j-jn n1 r-crq. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 14
194 The grand Enemy of mankind hath by various ways and means all along contriv'd, and endeavoured to defeat the designs of Heaven for the good and happiness of men: The grand Enemy of mankind hath by various ways and means all along contrived, and endeavoured to defeat the designs of Heaven for the good and happiness of men: dt j n1 pp-f n1 vhz p-acp j n2 cc n2 d a-acp vvn, cc vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j cc n1 pp-f n2: (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
195 and as the divine Wisdom hath in several ages of the World manifested it self for the encouraging and promoting of true Righteousness and Holiness, and as the divine Wisdom hath in several ages of the World manifested it self for the encouraging and promoting of true Righteousness and Holiness, cc c-acp dt j-jn n1 vhz p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd pn31 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg cc j-vvg pp-f j n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
196 so hath the Devil always been at work to oppose what he could find most proper for the hindring the good effect of Gods Kindness towards us. so hath the devil always been At work to oppose what he could find most proper for the hindering the good Effect of God's Kindness towards us. av vhz dt n1 av vbn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmd vvi av-ds j p-acp dt vvg dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
197 When the fullness of time came, by the appearance of the Son of God in the World, he was in a great measure dethroned, his Kingdom overthrown, When the fullness of time Come, by the appearance of the Son of God in the World, he was in a great measure dethroned, his Kingdom overthrown, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds p-acp dt j n1 vvn, po31 n1 vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
198 and the last and most effectual means, were used for the recovery of men out of his snare and power. and the last and most effectual means, were used for the recovery of men out of his snare and power. cc dt ord cc av-ds j n2, vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 av pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
199 When therefore he perceived that by all the grievous Persecutions he raised against the Church, it spread only so much the faster, that at last the whole Heathen Idolatry fell down before the Cross of Christ; When Therefore he perceived that by all the grievous Persecutions he raised against the Church, it spread only so much the faster, that At last the Whole Heathen Idolatry fell down before the Cross of christ; c-crq av pns31 vvd cst p-acp d dt j n2 pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvd av-j av av-d dt av-jc, cst p-acp ord dt j-jn j-jn n1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
200 when he was shamefully expelled out of his Temples, and from his Altars, his Oracles silenced, when he was shamefully expelled out of his Temples, and from his Altars, his Oracles silenced, c-crq pns31 vbds av-j vvd av pp-f po31 n2, cc p-acp po31 n2, po31 n2 vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
201 and the Religion of Jesus prevailed every where; He then betook himself to his old. Serpentine Arts of dissimulation. and the Religion of jesus prevailed every where; He then betook himself to his old. Serpentine Arts of dissimulation. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd d q-crq; pns31 av vvd px31 p-acp po31 j. j n2 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
202 Since he could no longer oppose Christs Kingdom by open war, he resolved to turn Christian, Since he could no longer oppose Christ Kingdom by open war, he resolved to turn Christian, p-acp pns31 vmd av-dx av-jc vvi npg1 n1 p-acp j n1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi np1, (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
203 and to set up for Christs Deputy, and substitute here on Earth, to fight against Christians under Christs Banner, and to Set up for Christ Deputy, and substitute Here on Earth, to fight against Christians under Christ Banner, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp npg1 n1, cc n1 av p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp npg1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
204 and by adulterating and corrupting the Christian Doctrine, to spoil it of all its Efficacy, to introduce his old Heathen Rites and Idolatrous Ceremonies, and by adulterating and corrupting the Christian Doctrine, to spoil it of all its Efficacy, to introduce his old Heathen Rites and Idolatrous Ceremonies, cc p-acp vvg cc vvg dt njp n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 pp-f d po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j j-jn n2 cc j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
205 as unwritten traditions from Christ himself or his Apostles, and so under his Name and pretended Authority to exercise all that cruelty, oppression, as unwritten traditions from christ himself or his Apostles, and so under his Name and pretended authority to exercise all that cruelty, oppression, c-acp j n2 p-acp np1 px31 cc po31 n2, cc av p-acp po31 n1 cc j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi d cst n1, n1, (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
206 and fraud, which is so pleasing to his own infernal nature, hoping to burn, destroy, root out all true Christians from the face of the Earth, under colour of propagating the Catholick Faith, and fraud, which is so pleasing to his own infernal nature, hoping to burn, destroy, root out all true Christians from the face of the Earth, under colour of propagating the Catholic Faith, cc n1, r-crq vbz av vvg p-acp po31 d j n1, vvg pc-acp vvi, vvi, n1 av d j np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f j-vvg dt njp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
207 and inlarging Christs Kingdom in the World. and enlarging Christ Kingdom in the World. cc n-vvg npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
208 When Christendom had long groaned under this miserable Tyranny, it pleased God in many places of Europe, but especially here in England, to set on foot a Reformation of Religion, which was happily and peaceably accomplished among us by the favour and countenance of publick Authority and the wise Counsel and Advice of our Reverend Bishops and other Ministers. When Christendom had long groaned under this miserable Tyranny, it pleased God in many places of Europe, but especially Here in England, to Set on foot a Reformation of Religion, which was happily and peaceably accomplished among us by the favour and countenance of public authority and the wise Counsel and advice of our Reverend Bishops and other Ministers. c-crq np1 vhd av-j vvn p-acp d j n1, pn31 vvd np1 p-acp d n2 pp-f np1, p-acp av-j av p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbds av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1 cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n-jn n2 cc j-jn n2. (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
209 To nip this in the Bud the Devil raised that sharp Persecution in Queen Mary 's days, in which our first Reformers gloriously sealed what they had done with their Blood: To nip this in the Bud the devil raised that sharp Persecution in Queen Marry is days, in which our First Reformers gloriously sealed what they had done with their Blood: p-acp n1 d p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvd cst j n1 p-acp n1 uh vbz n2, p-acp r-crq po12 ord n2 av-j vvn r-crq pns32 vhd vdn p-acp po32 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
210 but this proving ineffectual, that he might the better frustrate the ends of our Reformation, himself would turn Reformer too; but this proving ineffectual, that he might the better frustrate the ends of our Reformation, himself would turn Reformer too; cc-acp d vvg j, cst pns31 vmd dt av-jc vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, px31 vmd vvi n1 av; (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
211 A great cry was soon raised against our Church, as not sufficiently purged from Popery, our Bishops, our Prayers, our Ceremonies were all Antichristian, A great cry was soon raised against our Church, as not sufficiently purged from Popery, our Bishops, our Prayers, our Ceremonies were all Antichristian, dt j n1 vbds av vvn p-acp po12 n1, c-acp xx av-j vvn p-acp n1, po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2 vbdr d jp, (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
212 and it was not long before all Ministers, Tythes, Temples, and the Universities too, were condemned as such, and it was not long before all Ministers, Tithes, Temples, and the Universities too, were condemned as such, cc pn31 vbds xx av-j p-acp d n2, n2, n2, cc dt n2 av, vbdr vvn p-acp d, (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
213 and God knows they had well nigh reformed away all Learning, true Religion, and Worship of God, and God knows they had well High reformed away all Learning, true Religion, and Worship of God, cc np1 vvz pns32 vhd av av-j vvn av d n1, j n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
214 and under the specious Pretence of paring off all Superfluities, had grievously shaken the Foundations of Christianity it self; and under the specious Pretence of paring off all Superfluities, had grievously shaken the Foundations of Christianity it self; cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n-vvg a-acp d n2, vhd av-j vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 pn31 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
215 insomuch, that it came to pass, as some of those who now dissent from us did then camplain, That Professors of Religion did openly oppose and deride almost all that Service of God out of Conscience, which other men used to do out of Prophaneness. insomuch, that it Come to pass, as Some of those who now dissent from us did then camplain, That Professors of Religion did openly oppose and deride almost all that Service of God out of Conscience, which other men used to do out of Profaneness. av, cst pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi, c-acp d pp-f d r-crq av vvb p-acp pno12 vdd av vvi, cst n2 pp-f n1 vdd av-j vvi cc vvi av d cst n1 pp-f np1 av pp-f n1, r-crq j-jn n2 vvd pc-acp vdi av pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
216 And what infinte mischief this rash and intemperate Zeal for reforming abuses and corruptions hath done to our Church and Nation, And what infinite mischief this rash and intemperate Zeal for reforming Abuses and corruptions hath done to our Church and nation, cc r-crq j n1 d j cc j n1 p-acp vvg n2 cc n2 vhz vdn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
217 if the experience of this last age will not sufficiently convince men, it is not to be hoped that any Discourse should. if the experience of this last age will not sufficiently convince men, it is not to be hoped that any Discourse should. cs dt n1 pp-f d ord n1 vmb xx av-j vvi n2, pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn cst d n1 vmd. (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
218 We little consider whose Interest we thus serve and promote: We little Consider whose Interest we thus serve and promote: pns12 av-j vvi rg-crq n1 pns12 av vvi cc vvi: (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
219 we do his work who is most delighted with Srife and Confusion, and every one can tell who that is, and where he reigns. we do his work who is most delighted with Strife and Confusion, and every one can tell who that is, and where he reigns. pns12 vdb po31 n1 r-crq vbz av-ds vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc d pi vmb vvi r-crq d vbz, cc c-crq pns31 vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
220 To be sure by these uncharitable Separations we highly gratifie the common Eenemy, whose great Design and Policy it hath all along been, by the Follies and invincible Scruples of Protestant Dissenters to weaken, To be sure by these uncharitable Separations we highly gratify the Common Enemy, whose great Design and Policy it hath all along been, by the Follies and invincible Scruples of Protestant Dissenters to weaken, pc-acp vbi j p-acp d j n2 pns12 av-j vvi dt j n1, rg-crq j n1 cc n1 pn31 vhz av-d p-acp vbn, p-acp dt n2 cc j n2 pp-f n1 n2 pc-acp vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 16
221 and by degrees pull down the Church of England, and then we all become an become an easie Prey to Rome. and by Degrees pull down the Church of England, and then we all become an become an easy Prey to Room. cc p-acp n2 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av pns12 d vvb dt vvi dt j n1 p-acp vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 16
222 If any now tell me, that to prevent this great Mischief and Danger that ariseth from our Divisions, it is not so necessary that the People should lay down their Scruples, (which they cannot well do, If any now tell me, that to prevent this great Mischief and Danger that arises from our Divisions, it is not so necessary that the People should lay down their Scruples, (which they cannot well do, cs d av vvb pno11, cst pc-acp vvi d j n1 cc n1 cst vvz p-acp po12 n2, pn31 vbz xx av j cst dt n1 vmd vvi a-acp po32 n2, (r-crq pns32 vmbx av vdi, (3) text (DIV1) 31 Page 16
223 since no one can at any time think or believe as he will,) as it is that the Impositions themselves, the matters scrupled at, should be removed and taken away, since no one can At any time think or believe as he will,) as it is that the Impositions themselves, the matters scrupled At, should be removed and taken away, c-acp dx pi vmb p-acp d n1 vvb cc vvi c-acp pns31 vmb,) c-acp pn31 vbz d dt n2 px32, dt n2 vvn p-acp, vmd vbi vvn cc vvn av, (3) text (DIV1) 31 Page 16
224 and then Peace and Unity may be better secured. To this I only answer these two things. and then Peace and Unity may be better secured. To this I only answer these two things. cc av n1 cc n1 vmb vbi av-jc vvn. p-acp d pns11 av-j vvb d crd n2. (3) text (DIV1) 31 Page 16
225 1. I now consider things as they at present stand amongst us. 1. I now Consider things as they At present stand among us. crd pns11 av vvb n2 c-acp pns32 p-acp j n1 p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 32 Page 16
226 We have a Church setled and established by Law, in which nothing that is sinful is enjoyned. We have a Church settled and established by Law, in which nothing that is sinful is enjoined. pns12 vhb dt n1 j-vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq pix cst vbz j vbz vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 32 Page 16
227 What the Duty of our Governours and Superiours is, how far they may or ought to condescend to the Weakness or Scruples of others, I shall not take upon me to determine; What the Duty of our Governors and Superiors is, how Far they may or ought to condescend to the Weakness or Scruples of Others, I shall not take upon me to determine; q-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2-jn vbz, c-crq av-j pns32 vmb cc pi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n2-jn, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi; (3) text (DIV1) 32 Page 16
228 that is another Question which belongs not to us. But I consider now only what private Members of such a Church are to do, that is Another Question which belongs not to us. But I Consider now only what private Members of such a Church Are to do, cst vbz j-jn n1 r-crq vvz xx p-acp pno12. p-acp pns11 vvb av av-j r-crq j n2 pp-f d dt n1 vbr pc-acp vdi, (3) text (DIV1) 32 Page 16
229 and then I say, scrupling the Use of some things prescribed by the Church, will not justifie our leaving it; and then I say, Scrutining the Use of Some things prescribed by the Church, will not justify our leaving it; cc av pns11 vvb, vvg dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb xx vvi po12 vvg pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 32 Page 16
230 nay, as I shall shew afterwards, it is our best and safest course to submit and comply with such Orders notwithstanding our Scruples. But I add, nay, as I shall show afterwards, it is our best and Safest course to submit and comply with such Order notwithstanding our Scruples. But I add, uh-x, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi av, pn31 vbz po12 js cc js n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 n2. p-acp pns11 vvb, (3) text (DIV1) 32 Page 16
231 2. If this were a sufficient Reason why the Constitution of any Church should be altered, 2. If this were a sufficient Reason why the Constitution of any Church should be altered, crd cs d vbdr dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmd vbi vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 16
232 because some things are scrupled in it, there never could be a setled Church as long as the World stands: Because Some things Are scrupled in it, there never could be a settled Church as long as the World Stands: c-acp d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, a-acp av vmd vbi dt j-vvn n1 c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz: (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 16
233 for, since there will be always a difference in Mens Understandings and Tempers, some weak and injudicious, others peevish and proud, there will consequently be many that shall scruple and be offended at the best and most innocent Constitutions. for, since there will be always a difference in Men's Understandings and Tempers, Some weak and injudicious, Others peevish and proud, there will consequently be many that shall scruple and be offended At the best and most innocent Constitutions. c-acp, c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi av dt n1 p-acp ng2 n2 cc n2, d j cc j, n2-jn j cc j, pc-acp vmb av-j vbb d cst vmb n1 cc vbi vvn p-acp dt js cc av-ds j-jn n2. (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 16
234 And if the Ceremonies now in use amongst us had not been retained at our first Reformation, those very Persons, who are now so much dissatisfied with the Imposition of them, would perhaps have been the first that should have then complained of the want of them. And if the Ceremonies now in use among us had not been retained At our First Reformation, those very Persons, who Are now so much dissatisfied with the Imposition of them, would perhaps have been the First that should have then complained of the want of them. cc cs dt n2 av p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 vhn xx vbn vvn p-acp po12 ord n1, d j n2, r-crq vbr av av av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, vmd av vhb vbn dt ord d vmd vhi av vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 17
235 Of which we have this notorious and undeniable Evidence in the late times, when our Church was laid in the Dust, Of which we have this notorious and undeniable Evidence in the late times, when our Church was laid in the Dust, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb d j cc j n1 p-acp dt j n2, c-crq po12 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 17
236 when none of those Ceremonies or Forms which are now objected against were imposed or commonly used, when none of those Ceremonies or Forms which Are now objected against were imposed or commonly used, c-crq pix pp-f d n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp vbdr vvn cc av-j vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 17
237 yet even then were men gathering Congregations out of Congregations, purifying and reforming still further; yet even then were men gathering Congregations out of Congregations, purifying and reforming still further; av av av vbdr n2 vvg n2 av pp-f n2, n-vvg cc vvg av av-j; (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 17
238 Scruples encreased, Sects and Divisions upon them multiplied, and never such Distractions and Confusions in Religion as in those days, Scruples increased, Sects and Divisions upon them multiplied, and never such Distractions and Confusions in Religion as in those days, n2 vvn, n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32 vvn, cc av-x d n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 17
239 and without the gift of Prophecy one may foretell that, if what is principally found fault with in our Church was now abolished, and without the gift of Prophecy one may foretell that, if what is principally found fault with in our Church was now abolished, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 crd vmb vvi d, cs r-crq vbz av-j vvn n1 p-acp p-acp po12 n1 vbds av vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 17
240 yet those that are given to Scruples would at least in time find cavilling Objections against any Constitution that can be made. yet those that Are given to Scruples would At least in time find caviling Objections against any Constitution that can be made. av d cst vbr vvn p-acp n2 vmd p-acp ds p-acp n1 vvi vvg n2 p-acp d n1 cst vmb vbi vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 17
241 They are like Men given to sue and go to Law. They never want some pretence to disturb themselves and their Neighbours. They Are like Men given to sue and go to Law. They never want Some pretence to disturb themselves and their Neighbours. pns32 vbr j n2 vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1. pns32 av-x vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi px32 cc po32 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 17
242 Men may talk of reconciling our Differences, and making up our Breaches to their Lives end, Men may talk of reconciling our Differences, and making up our Breaches to their Lives end, n2 vmb vvi pp-f n-vvg po12 n2, cc vvg a-acp po12 n2 p-acp po32 n2 vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 34 Page 17
243 and propound their several Projects, and frame their Models, and conceive fine designs of Union and Accommodation, and propound their several Projects, and frame their Models, and conceive fine designs of union and Accommodation, cc vvi po32 j n2, cc vvi po32 n2, cc vvi j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 34 Page 17
244 yet none of these will have any effect or do any good, till men learn Humility and Modesty, yet none of these will have any Effect or do any good, till men Learn Humility and Modesty, av pix pp-f d vmb vhi d n1 cc vdb d j, c-acp n2 vvb n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 34 Page 17
245 and be contented to be governed by others in things indifferent, till Self-conceit and Pride be in some measure rooted out, and be contented to be governed by Others in things indifferent, till Self-conceit and Pride be in Some measure rooted out, cc vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn p-acp n2 j, c-acp n1 cc n1 vbb p-acp d n1 vvn av, (3) text (DIV1) 34 Page 17
246 and when this is effectually done, there will then be found but little need of any alteration in the present Constitution. and when this is effectually done, there will then be found but little need of any alteration in the present Constitution. cc c-crq d vbz av-j vdn, pc-acp vmb av vbi vvn p-acp j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 34 Page 17
247 The foundation of our Peace and Agreement must be laid in the reforming our selves and our own Tempers. The Foundation of our Peace and Agreement must be laid in the reforming our selves and our own Tempers. dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt vvg po12 n2 cc po12 d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 17
248 The way to unite us lieth not so much in amending the present Establishment, Government, Liturgy, endeavouring to add to it, The Way to unite us lies not so much in amending the present Establishment, Government, Liturgy, endeavouring to add to it, dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvz xx av av-d p-acp vvg dt j n1, n1, n1, vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 17
249 or leave out of it, till all Parties amongst us are satisfied, (which indeed can never be effected) as it doth consist in our becoming more truly Christian in our Lives and Tempers. or leave out of it, till all Parties among us Are satisfied, (which indeed can never be effected) as it does consist in our becoming more truly Christian in our Lives and Tempers. cc vvb av pp-f pn31, c-acp d n2 p-acp pno12 vbr vvn, (r-crq av vmb av-x vbi vvn) c-acp pn31 vdz vvi p-acp po12 j-vvg n1 av-j np1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 17
250 They are our vicious Dispositions, more than our different Apprehensions, that keep us at such a distance. They Are our vicious Dispositions, more than our different Apprehensions, that keep us At such a distance. pns32 vbr po12 j n2, dc cs po12 j n2, cst vvb pno12 p-acp d dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 18
251 Let the terms of Communion with the Church be what they will, yet as long as Men retain the same quarrelsom Mind, Let the terms of Communion with the Church be what they will, yet as long as Men retain the same quarrelsome Mind, vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vbi r-crq pns32 vmb, av c-acp av-j c-acp n2 vvb dt d j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 18
252 and industriously seek for Doubts and Scruples, and are glad to find them, and prefer their own private Opinion and Judgment before the Wisdom and Authority of all their Governours, and industriously seek for Doubts and Scruples, and Are glad to find them, and prefer their own private Opinion and Judgement before the Wisdom and authority of all their Governors, cc av-j vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, cc vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi po32 d j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po32 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 18
253 whether Civil or Ecclesiastical, it is plain our Divisions and Animosities will not, cannot cease. But this leads me to the last thing I design'd to discourse of; whither Civil or Ecclesiastical, it is plain our Divisions and Animosities will not, cannot cease. But this leads me to the last thing I designed to discourse of; cs j cc j, pn31 vbz j po12 n2 cc n2 vmb xx, vmbx vvi. p-acp d vvz pno11 p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f; (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 18
254 which was, to propound to you the best ways and means by which men may get rid of and ease their Minds of such Scruples; which was, to propound to you the best ways and means by which men may get rid of and ease their Minds of such Scruples; r-crq vbds, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 dt js n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq n2 vmb vvi vvn pp-f cc vvi po32 n2 pp-f d n2; (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 18
255 where I shall especially consider those that relate to our communicating with our Parish-Churches. where I shall especially Consider those that relate to our communicating with our Parish-churches. c-crq pns11 vmb av-j vvi d cst vvb p-acp po12 vvg p-acp po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 18
256 You must not expect that I should descend to, and answer the particular Exceptions which hinder men from constant Communion with us; You must not expect that I should descend to, and answer the particular Exceptions which hinder men from constant Communion with us; pn22 vmb xx vvi cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp, cc vvi dt j n2 r-crq vvb n2 p-acp j n1 p-acp pno12; (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 18
257 but only in general I shall crave leave to advise you some few things, which would mightily tend to the removing those Doubts and Scruples that yet detain so many in a state of utter Separation from us, but only in general I shall crave leave to Advice you Some few things, which would mightily tend to the removing those Doubts and Scruples that yet detain so many in a state of utter Separation from us, cc-acp av-j p-acp n1 pns11 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 d d n2, r-crq vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt vvg d n2 cc n2 cst av vvb av d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 18
258 or at least discourage their total and hearty joyning with us. or At least discourage their total and hearty joining with us. cc p-acp ds vvi po32 j cc j vvg p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 18
259 Which charitable Design and Attempt, however unsuccessful I may be in it, yet cannot, I hope, be unacceptable to any, whose Consciences are pester'd with such Scruples, Which charitable Design and Attempt, however unsuccessful I may be in it, yet cannot, I hope, be unacceptable to any, whose Consciences Are pestered with such Scruples, r-crq j n1 cc vvb, c-acp j pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pn31, av vmbx, pns11 vvb, vbb j p-acp d, rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 18
260 since I endeavour only to deliver them from those Mistakes, which beside the disservice they do to Religion and the Protestant Interest, do also expose them to trouble and danger from the Publick Laws and Civil Magistrate. since I endeavour only to deliver them from those Mistakes, which beside the disservice they do to Religion and the Protestant Interest, do also expose them to trouble and danger from the Public Laws and Civil Magistrate. c-acp pns11 vvb av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pns32 vdb p-acp n1 cc dt n1 n1, vdb av vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 18
261 Of many Rules that might be given in this case, I shall insist only on these following. Of many Rules that might be given in this case, I shall insist only on these following. pp-f d n2 cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-j p-acp d vvg. (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 18
262 1. We should take great care to beget and cherish in our Minds the most high, 1. We should take great care to beget and cherish in our Minds the most high, crd pns12 vmd vvi j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt av-ds j, (3) text (DIV1) 37 Page 18
263 and worthy, and honourable Thoughts of God Almighty. This is the Foundation of all Religion; and worthy, and honourable Thoughts of God Almighty. This is the Foundation of all Religion; cc j, cc j n2 pp-f np1 j-jn. d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 37 Page 18
264 and as our Apprehensions of God are, such for the most part will be his Worship and Service. and as our Apprehensions of God Are, such for the most part will be his Worship and Service. cc c-acp po12 n2 pp-f np1 vbr, d p-acp dt av-ds n1 vmb vbi po31 n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 37 Page 18
265 Accordingly as we conceive of his Nature, so shall we judge what things are most pleasing to him, Accordingly as we conceive of his Nature, so shall we judge what things Are most pleasing to him, av-vvg c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f po31 n1, av vmb pns12 vvi r-crq n2 vbr av-ds vvg p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 37 Page 19
266 as also what they are that are most offensive and distastful to him. as also what they Are that Are most offensive and distasteful to him. c-acp av r-crq pns32 vbr d vbr av-ds j cc j p-acp pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 37 Page 19
267 Now consider, I beseech you, Can that Man have becoming and excellent Thoughts of the Divine Nature, who imagines that God regards any particular Gestures, Habits, Now Consider, I beseech you, Can that Man have becoming and excellent Thoughts of the Divine Nature, who imagines that God regards any particular Gestures, Habits, av vvi, pns11 vvb pn22, vmb d n1 vhb j-vvg cc j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvz cst np1 vvz d j n2, n2, (3) text (DIV1) 38 Page 19
268 and Postures so far, as that the acceptance of our Service and Worship should depend upon such Circumstances of our religious Actions? When with all Humility and true Devotion of Heart a sincere Christian prostrates himself at the Throne of God's Grace, and Postures so Far, as that the acceptance of our Service and Worship should depend upon such circumstances of our religious Actions? When with all Humility and true Devotion of Heart a sincere Christian prostrates himself At the Throne of God's Grace, cc n2 av av-j, c-acp cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 vmd vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f po12 j n2? c-crq p-acp d n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1 dt j njp vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 38 Page 19
269 and with earnest Desire and Affections begs those good things that are according to Gods Mind and Will, Can we believe that the Father of our Spirits shall refuse and reject his Petition because it is delivered in a certain prescribed form of Words? Shall his importunate renewed Requests fail of Success because he still useth the same Expressions, and with earnest Desire and Affections begs those good things that Are according to God's Mind and Will, Can we believe that the Father of our Spirits shall refuse and reject his Petition Because it is Delivered in a certain prescribed from of Words? Shall his importunate renewed Requests fail of Success Because he still uses the same Expressions, cc p-acp j n1 cc n2 vvz d j n2 cst vbr vvg p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1, vmb pns12 vvi d dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vmb vvi cc vvi po31 vvi p-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j j-vvn n1 pp-f n2? vmb po31 j j-vvn n2 vvb pp-f n1 c-acp pns31 av vvz dt d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 38 Page 19
270 and reads his Prayers out of a Book? Is God pleased with variety of Words? or the copiousness of our Invention, and reads his Prayers out of a Book? Is God pleased with variety of Words? or the copiousness of our Invention, cc vvz po31 n2 av pp-f dt n1? vbz np1 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n2? cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 38 Page 19
271 or the elegancy of our Phrase and Stile? Is it not the Heart and inward frame of Spirit that God principally respects in all our Prayers? Or can we think so meanly of God, that he should shut his ears against the united Prayers of his People, or the elegancy of our Phrase and Style? Is it not the Heart and inward frame of Spirit that God principally respects in all our Prayers? Or can we think so meanly of God, that he should shut his ears against the united Prayers of his People, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1? vbz pn31 xx dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1 cst np1 av-j vvz p-acp d po12 n2? cc vmb pns12 vvi av av-j pp-f np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt j-vvn n2 pp-f po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 38 Page 19
272 because offended at the colour of the Garment in which the Minister officiates? Because offended At the colour of the Garment in which the Minister officiates? c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 n2? (3) text (DIV1) 38 Page 19
273 Suppose two Persons, both with equal Preparation, with true Repentance and Faith to approach the Lord's Table; Suppose two Persons, both with equal Preparation, with true Repentance and Faith to approach the Lord's Table; vvb crd n2, av-d p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 39 Page 19
274 one of them out of a deep sense of his Unworthiness to receive so great Blessings, one of them out of a deep sense of his Unworthiness to receive so great Blessings, crd pp-f pno32 av pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 39 Page 19
275 and out of a grateful acknowledgment of the Benefits therein conferr'd upon him, takes the Sacrament upon his Knees, in the humblest Posture; the other sitting or standing. and out of a grateful acknowledgment of the Benefits therein conferred upon him, Takes the Sacrament upon his Knees, in the Humblest Posture; the other sitting or standing. cc av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 av vvn p-acp pno31, vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt js n1; dt n-jn vvg cc vvg. (3) text (DIV1) 39 Page 19
276 Can you think that the Sacrament is effectual or beneficial, or that God blesses it only to him that sits, Can you think that the Sacrament is effectual or beneficial, or that God Blesses it only to him that sits, vmb pn22 vvi cst dt n1 vbz j cc j, cc cst np1 vvz pn31 av-j p-acp pno31 cst vvz, (3) text (DIV1) 39 Page 19
277 or that it would not have been of the same advantage to him if he also had received it kneeling? To surmise any such thing, is surely to dishonour God, or that it would not have been of the same advantage to him if he also had received it kneeling? To surmise any such thing, is surely to dishonour God, cc cst pn31 vmd xx vhi vbn pp-f dt d n1 p-acp pno31 cs pns31 av vhd vvn pn31 vvg? p-acp n1 d d n1, vbz av-j pc-acp vvi np1, (3) text (DIV1) 39 Page 19
278 as if he were a low poor humoursome Being, like a Father that should disinherit his Child tho in all Respects most dutiful to him, as if he were a low poor humoursome Being, like a Father that should disinherit his Child though in all Respects most dutiful to him, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr dt j j j vbg, vvb dt n1 cst vmd vvi po31 n1 av p-acp d n2 av-ds j p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 39 Page 20
279 and every way deserving his greatest Kindness, only because he did not like his Complexion, or the colour of his Hair. and every Way deserving his greatest Kindness, only Because he did not like his Complexion, or the colour of his Hair. cc d n1 vvg po31 js n1, av-j c-acp pns31 vdd xx av-j po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 39 Page 20
280 The wiser and greater any Person is to whom we address our selves, the less he will stand upon little Punctilio's. The Wiser and greater any Person is to whom we address our selves, the less he will stand upon little Punctilio's. dt jc cc jc d n1 vbz p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2, dt av-dc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 39 Page 20
281 Under the Jewish Law the minutest circumstances of Worship were exactly described and determined by God himself, Under the Jewish Law the minutest Circumstances of Worship were exactly described and determined by God himself, p-acp dt jp n1 dt js n2 pp-f n1 vbdr av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 px31, (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 20
282 and it was not ordinarily lawful for the People at all to vary from them. But it was necessary then that it should be thus: and it was not ordinarily lawful for the People At all to vary from them. But it was necessary then that it should be thus: cc pn31 vbds xx av-j j p-acp dt n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. p-acp pn31 vbds j av cst pn31 vmd vbi av: (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 20
283 because the Jewish Worship was typical of what was to come hereafter, and those many nice Observances that were appointed were not commanded for themselves, Because the Jewish Worship was typical of what was to come hereafter, and those many Nicaenae Observances that were appointed were not commanded for themselves, c-acp dt jp n1 vbds j pp-f r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi av, cc d d j n2 cst vbdr vvn vbdr xx vvn p-acp px32, (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 20
284 as if there were any excellency in them, but they were shadows of things to come, which are all now done away by the Gospel, as if there were any excellency in them, but they were shadows of things to come, which Are all now done away by the Gospel, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr d n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi, r-crq vbr d av vdn av p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 20
285 and the bringing in of everlasting Righteousness, the only thing always pleasing to God and agreeable to his Nature: and the bringing in of everlasting Righteousness, the only thing always pleasing to God and agreeable to his Nature: cc dt vvg p-acp pp-f j n1, dt j n1 av vvg p-acp np1 cc j p-acp po31 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 20
286 It is a spiritual rational Service God now expects from us, and delights in, and he must look upon God as a very fond and captious Being, who can perswade himself that our Prayers and Thansgivings and other Acts of Worship, It is a spiritual rational Service God now expects from us, and delights in, and he must look upon God as a very found and captious Being, who can persuade himself that our Prayers and Thanksgivings and other Acts of Worship, pn31 vbz dt j j n1 np1 av vvz p-acp pno12, cc n2 p-acp, cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j j cc j vbg, r-crq vmb vvi px31 d po12 n2 cc n2-vvg cc j-jn n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 20
287 tho we be most hearty and devout in them, yet shall be rejected by him only because of some particular Habits or Gestures we used, which were neither dishonourable to God, though we be most hearty and devout in them, yet shall be rejected by him only Because of Some particular Habits or Gestures we used, which were neither dishonourable to God, cs pns12 vbb av-ds j cc j p-acp pno32, av vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31 av-j c-acp pp-f d j n2 cc n2 pns12 vvd, r-crq vbdr dx j p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 20
288 nor unsutable to the nature of those religious Performances. nor unsuitable to the nature of those religious Performances. ccx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 20
289 Such mean Thoughts of God are the true ground of all Superstition, when we think to court and please him by making great Conscience about little things; Such mean Thoughts of God Are the true ground of all Superstition, when we think to court and please him by making great Conscience about little things; d j n2 pp-f np1 vbr dt j n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 20
290 and so it hath been truly observed, that there is far more Superstition in conscientious abstaining from that which God hath no where forbid, and so it hath been truly observed, that there is Far more Superstition in conscientious abstaining from that which God hath not where forbid, cc av pn31 vhz vbn av-j vvn, cst pc-acp vbz av-j av-dc n1 p-acp j vvg p-acp d r-crq np1 vhz xx c-crq vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 20
291 than there is in doing that which God hath not commanded. than there is in doing that which God hath not commanded. cs pc-acp vbz p-acp vdg d r-crq np1 vhz xx vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 20
292 A man may certainly do what God hath not commanded, and yet never think to flatter God by it, nor place any Religion in it, A man may Certainly do what God hath not commanded, and yet never think to flatter God by it, nor place any Religion in it, dt n1 vmb av-j vdi r-crq np1 vhz xx vvn, cc av av-x vvb pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pn31, ccx n1 d n1 p-acp pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 21
293 but he may do it only out of obedience to his Superiours, for outward Order and Decency, but he may do it only out of Obedience to his Superiors, for outward Order and Decency, cc-acp pns31 vmb vdi pn31 av-j av pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2-jn, c-acp j n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 21
294 for which end our Ceremonies are appointed, and so there is no Superstition in them. for which end our Ceremonies Are appointed, and so there is no Superstition in them. p-acp r-crq n1 po12 n2 vbr vvn, cc av pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 21
295 But now a man cannout out of Conscience refuse to do what God hath not forbid, But now a man cannout out of Conscience refuse to do what God hath not forbid, p-acp av dt n1 np1-n av pp-f n1 vvb pc-acp vdi r-crq np1 vhz xx vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 21
296 and is by lawful Authority, required of him, but he must think to please God by such abstaining: and is by lawful authority, required of him, but he must think to please God by such abstaining: cc vbz p-acp j n1, vvn pp-f pno31, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d vvg: (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 21
297 and in this conceit of pleasing or humouring God by indifferent things, consists the true Spirit of Superstition. and in this conceit of pleasing or Humouring God by indifferent things, consists the true Spirit of Superstition. cc p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg np1 p-acp j n2, vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 21
298 Have great and honourable Thoughts of God, and behold, all these things will be clean to you. Have great and honourable Thoughts of God, and behold, all these things will be clean to you. vhb j cc j n2 pp-f np1, cc vvi, d d n2 vmb vbi j p-acp pn22. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 21
299 2. (Which is the particular Rule of my Text) Lay out your great care and zeal about the necessary and substantial duties of Religion, 2. (Which is the particular Rule of my Text) Lay out your great care and zeal about the necessary and substantial duties of Religion, crd (r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1) vvd av po22 j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 21
300 and this will make you less concerned about things of an inferiour and indifferent Nature. and this will make you less concerned about things of an inferior and indifferent Nature. cc d vmb vvi pn22 av-dc vvn p-acp n2 pp-f dt j-jn cc j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 21
301 As on the one hand our fierce Disputes and Debates about little things and circumstances are apt to eat out the Heart and Life of Religion, As on the one hand our fierce Disputes and Debates about little things and Circumstances Are apt to eat out the Heart and Life of Religion, p-acp p-acp dt crd n1 po12 j vvz cc n2 p-acp j n2 cc n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 21
302 so on the other side, minding those things most, in which the Power of Religion doth consist, is the best way to cure our Scrupulousness about little things. so on the other side, minding those things most, in which the Power of Religion does consist, is the best Way to cure our Scrupulousness about little things. av p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvg d n2 av-ds, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi, vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 21
303 This was the Apostle's Advice to the Romans, cap. 14. amongst whom eating or not eating some Meats, observing or not observing some days, had occasioned as much trouble and Scruple as forms of Prayer and Ceremonies do now amongst us, ver. 17. The Kingdom of God is not Meat or Drink, This was the Apostle's advice to the Roman, cap. 14. among whom eating or not eating Some Meats, observing or not observing Some days, had occasioned as much trouble and Scruple as forms of Prayer and Ceremonies do now among us, ver. 17. The Kingdom of God is not Meat or Drink, d vbds dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt njp2, n1. crd p-acp ro-crq vvg cc xx vvg d n2, vvg cc xx vvg d n2, vhd vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 vdb av p-acp pno12, fw-la. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx n1 cc vvb, (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 21
304 but Righteousness, Peace, and Joy in the Holy Ghost. but Righteousness, Peace, and Joy in the Holy Ghost. cc-acp n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 21
305 What needs all this Stir and Bustle? This censuring, disputing, and dividing about Standing or Kneeling, these are not the great matters of our Faith; What needs all this Stir and Bustle? This censuring, disputing, and dividing about Standing or Kneeling, these Are not the great matters of our Faith; q-crq vvz d d n1 cc vvi? np1 vvg, vvg, cc vvg p-acp vvg cc vvg, d vbr xx dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 21
306 they are not worth so much Noise and Contention. they Are not worth so much Noise and Contention. pns32 vbr xx j av d n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 21
307 The great stress and weight in our Religion is laid upon the Duties of a righteous and holy Life, The great stress and weight in our Religion is laid upon the Duties of a righteous and holy Life, dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 21
308 and a peaceable Spirit and Conversation, and then he adds, ver. 18. For he that in these things serveth Christ is acceptable to God and approved of Men. and a peaceable Spirit and Conversation, and then he adds, ver. 18. For he that in these things serves christ is acceptable to God and approved of Men. cc dt j n1 cc n1, cc av pns31 vvz, fw-la. crd p-acp pns31 cst p-acp d n2 vvz np1 vbz j p-acp np1 cc j-vvn pp-f n2. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 21
309 Thus when you betake your selves to your Prayers, let it be your greatest care to fix in your Minds a due sense of God's Infinite Majesty, of your own Vileness and Unworthiness, of your manifold Wants ▪ and Necessities, Thus when you betake your selves to your Prayers, let it be your greatest care to fix in your Minds a due sense of God's Infinite Majesty, of your own Vileness and Unworthiness, of your manifold Wants ▪ and Necessities, av c-crq pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp po22 n2, vvb pn31 vbi po22 js n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2 dt j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, pp-f po22 d n1 cc n1, pp-f po22 j vvz ▪ cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 22
310 and the greatness and goodness of the things you petition for, and his readiness to grant them upon your humble Request; and the greatness and Goodness of the things you petition for, and his readiness to grant them upon your humble Request; cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pn22 vvb p-acp, cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po22 j n1; (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 22
311 and the more you do this, the less sollicitous you will be about the form or words of your Prayers. and the more you do this, the less solicitous you will be about the from or words of your Prayers. cc dt av-dc pn22 vdb d, dt av-dc j pn22 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f po22 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 22
312 He that minds those things most on which the efficacy of his Prayers for Christ's sake doth depend, will not stand in need of, He that minds those things most on which the efficacy of his Prayers for Christ's sake does depend, will not stand in need of, pns31 cst vvz d n2 av-ds p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp npg1 n1 vdz vvi, vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f, (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 22
313 nor require new Phrases every time to stir his Attention or to raise his Affection. Thus let Men be very diligent and conscientious in preparing themselves for the Holy Communion; nor require new Phrases every time to stir his Attention or to raise his Affection. Thus let Men be very diligent and conscientious in preparing themselves for the Holy Communion; ccx vvi j n2 d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1. av vvb n2 vbb av j cc j p-acp vvg px32 p-acp dt j n1; (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 22
314 let them come thereunto with lively apprehensions of Christs Love in dying for us, with hearty Resolutions of Amendment, let them come thereunto with lively apprehensions of Christ Love in dying for us, with hearty Resolutions of Amendment, vvb pno32 vvi av p-acp j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pno12, p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 22
315 and true Charity towards all Men; and true Charity towards all Men; cc j n1 p-acp d n2; (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 22
316 the more concerned they are about these necessary things, the less afraid will they be of offending God by kneeling at the Administration, the more concerned they Are about these necessary things, the less afraid will they be of offending God by kneeling At the Administration, dt av-dc vvd pns32 vbr p-acp d j n2, dt av-dc j vmb pns32 vbi pp-f j-vvg np1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 22
317 or coming up to receive it in one part of the Church rather than another: or coming up to receive it in one part of the Church rather than Another: cc vvg a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 av-c cs j-jn: (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 22
318 for, they will find that they are quite other things in which true Religion consists, in a new Nature, in a divine temper of Mind, in the constant Practise of Holiness, Righteousness, and Charity; for, they will find that they Are quite other things in which true Religion consists, in a new Nature, in a divine temper of Mind, in the constant practice of Holiness, Righteousness, and Charity; c-acp, pns32 vmb vvi cst pns32 vbr av j-jn n2 p-acp r-crq j n1 vvz, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 22
319 which make a Man really better, and more like unto God. which make a Man really better, and more like unto God. r-crq vvb dt n1 av-j av-jc, cc av-dc av-j p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 22
320 He that places any Religion in not putting off his Hat, or sitting at the Sacrament, He that places any Religion in not putting off his Hat, or sitting At the Sacrament, pns31 cst vvz d n1 p-acp xx vvg a-acp po31 n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 22
321 or not standing up at the Creed or Gospel, as I before shew'd you, hath no worthy Thoughts of God; or not standing up At the Creed or Gospel, as I before showed you, hath no worthy Thoughts of God; cc xx vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1, c-acp pns11 a-acp vvd pn22, vhz dx j n2 pp-f np1; (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 22
322 so neither hath he any right Notion of Christianity, which consists only in unfeigned Piety towards God, so neither hath he any right Notion of Christianity, which consists only in unfeigned Piety towards God, av av-d vhz pns31 d j-jn n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz av-j p-acp j n1 p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 22
323 and sincere Love to our Brother, not in any external Rites or Observances, which are in their own Nature variable and mutable, and sincere Love to our Brother, not in any external Rites or Observances, which Are in their own Nature variable and mutable, cc j n1 p-acp po12 n1, xx p-acp d j n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr p-acp po32 d n1 j cc j, (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 22
324 and are different in several Churches. and Are different in several Churches. cc vbr j p-acp j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 22
325 3. It would greatly contribute to the removing these Scruples which hinder the blessed Union of Christians amongst us, 3. It would greatly contribute to the removing these Scruples which hinder the blessed union of Christians among us, crd pn31 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt vvg d n2 r-crq vvb dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 23
326 if men were but really willing to receive satisfaction. This alone would go half way towards conquering them. if men were but really willing to receive satisfaction. This alone would go half Way towards conquering them. cs n2 vbdr cc-acp av-j j pc-acp vvi n1. np1 av-j vmd vvi j-jn n1 p-acp j-vvg pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 23
327 But when they are grown fond of and nourish their Doubts and Prejudices, and converse only with those Men, read only those Books, But when they Are grown found of and nourish their Doubts and Prejudices, and converse only with those Men, read only those Books, p-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn j pp-f cc vvi po32 n2 cc n2, cc vvi av-j p-acp d n2, vvb av-j d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 23
328 and hear those Discourses which are made of their side, which serve to heighten and strengthen their Jealousies and Suspicions, and hear those Discourses which Are made of their side, which serve to heighten and strengthen their Jealousies and Suspicions, cc vvi d n2 r-crq vbr vvn pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 23
329 when they avoid the means of Conviction as dangerous Snares and Temptations, and look upon this tenderness or aptness to be offended, when they avoid the means of Conviction as dangerous Snares and Temptations, and look upon this tenderness or aptness to be offended, c-crq pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 c-acp j n2 cc n2, cc vvb p-acp d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 23
330 as a sign of Grace and extraordinary Conscientiousness, there can be but little hopes of recovering such Persons to a right apprehension of things. as a Signen of Grace and extraordinary Conscientiousness, there can be but little hope's of recovering such Persons to a right apprehension of things. c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1, pc-acp vmb vbi p-acp j n2 pp-f vvg d n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2. (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 23
331 Whereas would they come once to distrust their own Judgments, to suppose that they may perhaps be all this while mistaken, would they calmly and patiently hear, faithfully and impartially consider what is said or wrote against them, Whereas would they come once to distrust their own Judgments, to suppose that they may perhaps be all this while mistaken, would they calmly and patiently hear, faithfully and impartially Consider what is said or wrote against them, cs vmd pns32 vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi po32 d n2, pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vmb av vbi d d n1 vvn, vmd pns32 av-jn cc av-j vvi, av-j cc av-j vvi r-crq vbz vvn cc vvd p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 23
332 as eagerly desire and seek for satisfaction as Men do for cure of any Disease they are subject unto; as eagerly desire and seek for satisfaction as Men do for cure of any Disease they Are Subject unto; c-acp av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n2 vdb p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pns32 vbr j-jn p-acp; (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 23
333 would they, I say, thus diligently use all fit means and helps for the removal of their Scruples, would they, I say, thus diligently use all fit means and helps for the removal of their Scruples, vmd pns32, pns11 vvb, av av-j vvi d j n2 cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 23
334 before they troubled the Church of Christ with them, it would not prove so very difficult a Task to convince and settle such teachable Minds. before they troubled the Church of christ with them, it would not prove so very difficult a Task to convince and settle such teachable Minds. c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vmd xx vvi av av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 23
335 If therefore any Man be possessed with Doubts or Scruples against any thing practised or required in our Church, let him first read some of those excellent Books, that are written with all the fairness and evidence imaginable, on purpose to explain and justifie those things that are most usually excepted against; If Therefore any Man be possessed with Doubts or Scruples against any thing practised or required in our Church, let him First read Some of those excellent Books, that Are written with all the fairness and evidence imaginable, on purpose to explain and justify those things that Are most usually excepted against; cs av d n1 vbi vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp po12 n1, vvb pno31 ord vvi d pp-f d j n2, cst vbr vvn p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 j, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2 cst vbr av-ds av-j vvn p-acp; (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 23
336 let him consult with some of our Church before he leaves it. let him consult with Some of our Church before he leaves it. vvb pno31 vvi p-acp d pp-f po12 n1 c-acp pns31 vvz pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 23
337 Let him honestly repair to the Minister of his Parish, or some other whom he hath in greater estimation, Let him honestly repair to the Minister of his Parish, or Some other whom he hath in greater estimation, vvb pno31 av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc d n-jn r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp jc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 23
338 and ingeniously open his Mind to him, declaring what it is he most stumbles at, and hear what can be offered for the Resolution of his Doubts. and ingeniously open his Mind to him, declaring what it is he most stumbles At, and hear what can be offered for the Resolution of his Doubts. cc av-j vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31, vvg r-crq pn31 vbz pns31 av-ds vvz p-acp, cc vvb r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 23
339 If consulting with one Person will not do it, let him advise with others, and try this often, If consulting with one Person will not do it, let him Advice with Others, and try this often, cs vvg p-acp crd n1 vmb xx vdi pn31, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp n2-jn, cc vvi d av, (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
340 before he condemns us, and divides from us. before he condemns us, and divides from us. c-acp pns31 vvz pno12, cc vvz p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
341 Would men do this seriously, with earnest desire of instruction, without doubt we should have far fewer Separatists, Would men do this seriously, with earnest desire of instruction, without doubt we should have Far fewer Separatists, vmd n2 vdb d av-j, p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pns12 vmd vhi av-j d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
342 and they who after this did still dissent from us, would be far more excusable in it, and they who After this did still dissent from us, would be Far more excusable in it, cc pns32 r-crq p-acp d vdd av vvi p-acp pno12, vmd vbi av-j av-dc j p-acp pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
343 than otherwise they are, and this is no other than what men ordinarily do in their temporal affairs. than otherwise they Are, and this is no other than what men ordinarily do in their temporal affairs. cs av pns32 vbr, cc d vbz dx j-jn av r-crq n2 av-jn vdb p-acp po32 j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
344 When they have any fear or suspition about their worldly concerns, they presently repair to those who are best skill'd, When they have any Fear or suspicion about their worldly concerns, they presently repair to those who Are best skilled, c-crq pns32 vhb d n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 j vvz, pns32 av-j vvi p-acp d r-crq vbr js j-vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
345 and most able to resolve them, and in their judgment and determination they commonly acquiesce and satisfie themselves. and most able to resolve them, and in their judgement and determination they commonly acquiesce and satisfy themselves. cc av-ds j pc-acp vvi pno32, cc p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 pns32 av-j vvi cc vvi px32. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
346 Hath any man a scruple about his Estate, whether it be firmly setled, or he hath a true legal Title to it? The way he takes for satisfaction is to advise with Lawyers, the most eminent for Knowledge and Honesty in their profession. Hath any man a scruple about his Estate, whither it be firmly settled, or he hath a true Legal Title to it? The Way he Takes for satisfaction is to Advice with Lawyers, the most eminent for Knowledge and Honesty in their profession. vhz d n1 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs pn31 vbb av-j vvn, cc pns31 vhz dt j j n1 p-acp pn31? dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, dt av-ds j p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
347 If they agree in the same opinion, this is the greatest assurance he can have that it is right and safe. If they agree in the same opinion, this is the greatest assurance he can have that it is right and safe. cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt d n1, d vbz dt js n1 pns31 vmb vhi d pn31 vbz j-jn cc j. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
348 Thus is it with one that doubts whether such a custom or practise be for his health, the opinion of known and experienced Physitians is the only proper means to determine him in such a case. Thus is it with one that doubts whither such a custom or practice be for his health, the opinion of known and experienced Physicians is the only proper means to determine him in such a case. av vbz pn31 p-acp pi cst vvz cs d dt n1 cc n1 vbb p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f vvn cc j-vvn n2 vbz dt j j n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
349 The reason is the same here. The reason is the same Here. dt n1 vbz dt d av. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
350 When any private Christian is troubled and perplexed with fears and scruples that concern his Duty, When any private Christian is troubled and perplexed with fears and scruples that concern his Duty, c-crq d j np1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 cst vvb po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
351 or the Worship of God, he ought in the first place to have recourse to the Publick Guides and Ministers of Religion, who are appointed by God, or the Worship of God, he ought in the First place to have recourse to the Public Guides and Ministers of Religion, who Are appointed by God, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmd p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
352 and are best fitted to direct and conduct him; and Are best fitted to Direct and conduct him; cc vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31; (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
353 I say, to come to them, not only to dispute and argue with them, and pertly to oppose them, I say, to come to them, not only to dispute and argue with them, and pertly to oppose them, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, xx av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc av-j pc-acp vvi pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
354 but with all modesty to propound their doubts, meekly to hearken to and receive Instruction, humbly begging of God to open their Understandings that they may see and embrase the truth, taking great care that no evil affection, love of a Party or carnal interest influence or byass their Judgments. but with all modesty to propound their doubts, meekly to harken to and receive Instruction, humbly begging of God to open their Understandings that they may see and embrace the truth, taking great care that no evil affection, love of a Party or carnal Interest influence or bias their Judgments. cc-acp p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi n1, av-j vvg pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1, vvg j n1 cst dx j-jn n1, n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j n1 n1 cc n1 po32 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 24
355 Who do not by this desire men to pin their faith upon the Priests Sleeve, Who do not by this desire men to pin their faith upon the Priests Sleeve, q-crq vdb xx p-acp d n1 n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 47 Page 24
356 or to put out their own eyes that they might be better guided and managed by them; or to put out their own eyes that they might be better guided and managed by them; cc pc-acp vvi av po32 d n2 cst pns32 vmd vbi j vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32; (3) text (DIV1) 47 Page 25
357 but only diligently to attend to their Reasons and Arguments, and to give some due regard and deference to their Authority: but only diligently to attend to their Reasons and Arguments, and to give Some due regard and deference to their authority: cc-acp av-j av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, cc pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 47 Page 25
358 for it is not so absurd, as may by some be imagined, for the Common People to take upon trust from their lawful Teachers, what they are not competent Judges of themselves. for it is not so absurd, as may by Some be imagined, for the Common People to take upon trust from their lawful Teachers, what they Are not competent Judges of themselves. c-acp pn31 vbz xx av j, c-acp vmb p-acp d vbb vvn, p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n2, r-crq pns32 vbr xx j n2 pp-f px32. (3) text (DIV1) 47 Page 25
359 But the difficulty here is, how shall a private Christian govern himself, when the very Guides and Ministers of Religion determine differently concerning these matters in question amongst us? Some warranting and allowing them, others as much disapproving and condemning them: But the difficulty Here is, how shall a private Christian govern himself, when the very Guides and Ministers of Religion determine differently Concerning these matters in question among us? some warranting and allowing them, Others as much disapproving and condemning them: p-acp dt n1 av vbz, q-crq vmb dt j np1 vvi px31, c-crq dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vvi av-j vvg d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12? d vvg cc vvg pno32, n2-jn p-acp av-d vvg cc vvg pno32: (3) text (DIV1) 48 Page 25
360 by what Rule shall he choose his Guide? To which I briefly reply; by what Rule shall he choose his Guide? To which I briefly reply; p-acp r-crq n1 vmb pns31 vvi po31 n1? p-acp r-crq pns11 av-j vvb; (3) text (DIV1) 48 Page 25
361 1. As for those who scruple at Conformity, and are tolerably to judge for themselves, let not such relye barely upon the Authority either of the one or the other. 1. As for those who scruple At Conformity, and Are tolerably to judge for themselves, let not such rely barely upon the authority either of the one or the other. crd p-acp p-acp d r-crq n1 p-acp n1, cc vbr av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, vvb xx d vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f dt crd cc dt n-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Page 25
362 All we desire of them is, that they would equally hear both sides, that they would think that the Ministers of the Church of England have some Sense and Conscience too as well as other Men, All we desire of them is, that they would equally hear both sides, that they would think that the Ministers of the Church of England have Some Sense and Conscience too as well as other Men, av-d pns12 vvb pp-f pno32 vbz, cst pns32 vmd av-j vvi d n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb d n1 cc n1 av c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Page 25
363 and are able to say somewhat for what they do themselves, or require of others; and Are able to say somewhat for what they do themselves, or require of Others; cc vbr j pc-acp vvi av p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb px32, cc vvi pp-f n2-jn; (3) text (DIV1) 49 Page 25
364 that laying aside all Prejudices, Favour to or admiration of Mens Persons, they would weigh and consider the Arguments that may be propounded to them, being diffident of their own Apprehensions, that laying aside all Prejudices, Favour to or admiration of Men's Persons, they would weigh and Consider the Arguments that may be propounded to them, being diffident of their own Apprehensions, d vvg av d n2, n1 p-acp cc n1 pp-f ng2 n2, pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n2 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32, vbg j pp-f po32 d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Page 25
365 and indifferent to either part of the Question; and indifferent to either part of the Question; cc j p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 49 Page 25
366 that they would think it no shame to change their Mind when they see good reason for it. that they would think it no shame to change their Mind when they see good reason for it. cst pns32 vmd vvi pn31 dx n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 c-crq pns32 vvb j n1 p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Page 25
367 Could we thus prevail with the People diligently to examine the Merits of the cause, our Church would every day gain more Ground amongst all wise Men: Could we thus prevail with the People diligently to examine the Merits of the cause, our Church would every day gain more Ground among all wise Men: vmd pns12 av vvi p-acp dt n1 av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, po12 n1 vmd d n1 vvi dc n1 p-acp d j n2: (3) text (DIV1) 49 Page 25
368 for we care not how much Knowledge and Understanding our People have, so they be but humble and modest with it, for we care not how much Knowledge and Understanding our People have, so they be but humble and modest with it, c-acp pns12 vvb xx c-crq d n1 cc n1 po12 n1 vhb, av pns32 vbb p-acp j cc j p-acp pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Page 25
369 nor do we desire Men to become our Proselytes any further than we give them good Scripture and Reason for it. nor do we desire Men to become our Proselytes any further than we give them good Scripture and Reason for it. ccx vdb pns12 vvb n2 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 d av-jc cs pns12 vvb pno32 j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Page 25
370 2. But as for those who are not so capable of examining or judging for themselves (as few of the common People who separate from us really are; 2. But as for those who Are not so capable of examining or judging for themselves (as few of the Common People who separate from us really Are; crd cc-acp c-acp p-acp d r-crq vbr xx av j pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp px32 (c-acp d pp-f dt j n1 r-crq vvb p-acp pno12 av-j vbr; (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 26
371 they not being able to give any tolerable account of their dissent from us, only in general Words declaiming against Popery, Superstition, Antichristian and Unscriptural Ceremonies, Humane Traditions, &c. ) such had better trust to and depend on those Ministers, of known Sufficiency for their Office, who are regularly and by the Laws of the Land set over them, they not being able to give any tolerable account of their dissent from us, only in general Words declaiming against Popery, Superstition, Antichristian and Unscriptural Ceremonies, Humane Traditions, etc.) such had better trust to and depend on those Ministers, of known Sufficiency for their Office, who Are regularly and by the Laws of the Land Set over them, pns32 xx vbg j pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp pno12, av-j p-acp j n2 vvg p-acp n1, n1, jp cc j n2, j n2, av) d vhd av-jc vvi p-acp cc vvi p-acp d n2, pp-f j-vvn n1 p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vbr av-j cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 26
372 than any other Guides or Teachers that they can choose for themselves. than any other Guides or Teachers that they can choose for themselves. cs d j-jn n2 cc n2 cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp px32. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 26
373 This to be sure is the safer course, which in doubtful cases is always to be taken. This to be sure is the safer course, which in doubtful cases is always to be taken. np1 pc-acp vbi j vbz dt jc n1, r-crq p-acp j n2 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 26
374 I speak now of these present Controversies about Forms and Ceremonies so hotly agitated amongst us, which are above the Sphere of common People, out of their profession; I speak now of these present Controversies about Forms and Ceremonies so hotly agitated among us, which Are above the Sphere of Common People, out of their profession; pns11 vvb av pp-f d j n2 p-acp n2 cc n2 av av-j vvn p-acp pno12, r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, av pp-f po32 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 26
375 not of such things as concern the Salvation of all men, which are plain and evident to the meanest Capacities. not of such things as concern the Salvation of all men, which Are plain and evident to the Meanest Capacities. xx pp-f d n2 c-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vbr j cc j p-acp dt js n2. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 26
376 When therefore in such cases, about which we cannot easily satisfie our selves, we follow the Advice of the publickly authorized Guides and Preachers of Religion, When Therefore in such cases, about which we cannot Easily satisfy our selves, we follow the advice of the publicly authorized Guides and Preachers of Religion, c-crq av p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmbx av-j vvi po12 n2, pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt av-j vvd n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 26
377 if they chance to mislead us, we have something to say or apologize for our selves. if they chance to mislead us, we have something to say or apologise for our selves. cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pno12, pns12 vhb pi pc-acp vvi cc vvb p-acp po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 26
378 Our Error is more excusable and pardonable, as being occasion'd by those, to whose Judgment, by God's Command, we did owe a great Respect and Submission. Our Error is more excusable and pardonable, as being occasioned by those, to whose Judgement, by God's Command, we did owe a great Respect and Submission. po12 n1 vbz av-dc j cc j, c-acp vbg vvn p-acp d, p-acp rg-crq n1, p-acp npg1 n1, pns12 vdd vvi dt j n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 26
379 But when we choose Instructors and Counsellors to our selves according to our own fancy and liking, But when we choose Instructors and Counsellors to our selves according to our own fancy and liking, p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb np1 cc n2 p-acp po12 n2 vvg p-acp po12 d n1 cc n-vvg, (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 26
380 and they teach us contrary to the Doctrine of our lawful Ministers, if then we prove to be in the wrong, and they teach us contrary to the Doctrine of our lawful Ministers, if then we prove to be in the wrong, cc pns32 vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n2, cs av pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n-jn, (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 26
381 and are betray'd into Sin, we may thank our own Wantonness for it, and are more severely accomptable for such Mistakes. and Are betrayed into since, we may thank our own Wantonness for it, and Are more severely accountable for such Mistakes. cc vbr vvn p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi po12 d n1 p-acp pn31, cc vbr av-dc av-j j p-acp d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Page 26
382 Thus let a man that is troubled with any threatning disease, apply himself rather to the Licensed Phisicians or Chirurgions, of approved Skill and Honesty; Thus let a man that is troubled with any threatening disease, apply himself rather to the Licensed Physicians or Chirurgeons, of approved Skill and Honesty; av vvb dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp d j-vvg n1, vvb px31 av-c p-acp dt vvn n2 cc n2, pp-f j-vvn n1 cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 26
383 and if he chance to miscarry under them, yet he hath this contentment, that he used the best and wisest means for his Health and Recovery. and if he chance to miscarry under them, yet he hath this contentment, that he used the best and Wisest means for his Health and Recovery. cc cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, av pns31 vhz d n1, cst pns31 vvd dt js cc js n2 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 26
384 But if he leaves them all, and will hearken only to Quacks and Empiricks, tho they advise him quite contrary to what the others prescribed, But if he leaves them all, and will harken only to Quacks and Empirics, though they Advice him quite contrary to what the Others prescribed, cc-acp cs pns31 vvz pno32 d, cc vmb vvi av-j p-acp n2 cc n2-jn, cs pns32 vvb pno31 av j-jn p-acp r-crq dt n2-jn vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 27
385 if under their hands he grows worse and worse, he must then charge his own perverse Folly or idle Humour, if under their hands he grows Worse and Worse, he must then charge his own perverse Folly or idle Humour, cs p-acp po32 n2 pns31 vvz av-jc cc av-jc, pns31 vmb av vvi po31 d j n1 cc j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 27
386 as the cause of his Ruine. as the cause of his Ruin. c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 27
387 4. In order to the curing of our Scruples we should thoroughly understand and consider, what is the true Notion of lawful, 4. In order to the curing of our Scruples we should thoroughly understand and Consider, what is the true Notion of lawful, crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2 pns12 vmd av-j vvi cc vvi, q-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f j, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
388 and how it differs from what is necessary, and from what is sinful. and how it differs from what is necessary, and from what is sinful. cc c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp r-crq vbz j, cc p-acp r-crq vbz j. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
389 That is necessary or our Duty which God hath expresly commanded, that is sinful which God hath forbid; That is necessary or our Duty which God hath expressly commanded, that is sinful which God hath forbid; cst vbz j cc po12 n1 r-crq np1 vhz av-j vvn, cst vbz j r-crq np1 vhz vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
390 that is lawful which God hath not by any Law obliging us ▪ either commanded or forbid: that is lawful which God hath not by any Law obliging us ▪ either commanded or forbid: d vbz j r-crq np1 vhz xx p-acp d n1 vvg pno12 ▪ d vvd cc vvn: (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
391 for, Where there is no Law, saith the Apostle, there is no Transgression, Rom. 4. 15. There can be no Transgression, for, Where there is no Law, Says the Apostle, there is no Transgression, Rom. 4. 15. There can be no Transgression, c-acp, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1, vvz dt n1, a-acp vbz dx n1, np1 crd crd pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
392 but either omitting what the Law commands, or doing what the Law forbids. but either omitting what the Law commands, or doing what the Law forbids. cc-acp av-d vvg r-crq dt n1 vvz, cc vdg q-crq dt n1 vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
393 For instance, If any man can shew where kneeling at the Sacrament is forbid in Scripture, where sitting is required; For instance, If any man can show where kneeling At the Sacrament is forbid in Scripture, where sitting is required; p-acp n1, cs d n1 vmb vvi c-crq vvg p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, c-crq vvg vbz vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
394 where praying by a form is forbid, and extemporary Prayers are enjoyned, then indeed the Dispute would soon be at an end: where praying by a from is forbid, and extemporary Prayers Are enjoined, then indeed the Dispute would soon be At an end: c-crq vvg p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, cc j n2 vbr vvn, av av dt vvb vmd av vbi p-acp dt n1: (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
395 but if neither the one, nor the other can be found, as most certainly they cannot, but if neither the one, nor the other can be found, as most Certainly they cannot, cc-acp cs d dt pi, ccx dt n-jn vmb vbi vvn, c-acp ds av-j pns32 vmbx, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
396 then kneeling at the Sacrament, and reading Prayers out of a Book, must be reckoned amongst things lawful. then kneeling At the Sacrament, and reading Prayers out of a Book, must be reckoned among things lawful. av vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg n2 av pp-f dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 j. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
397 And then there is no need of scrupling them, because they may be done without Sin: And then there is no need of Scrutining them, Because they may be done without since: cc av pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f vvg pno32, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vdn p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
398 nay, where they are required by our Superiours, it is our duty to submit to them, nay, where they Are required by our Superiors, it is our duty to submit to them, uh-x, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n2-jn, pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
399 because it is our Duty to obey them in all lawful things. Because it is our Duty to obey them in all lawful things. c-acp pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 27
400 This way of arguing is very plain and convincing, and cannot be evaded but by giving another Notion of Lawful. This Way of arguing is very plain and convincing, and cannot be evaded but by giving Another Notion of Lawful. d n1 pp-f vvg vbz av j cc j-vvg, cc vmbx vbi vvn cc-acp p-acp vvg j-jn n1 pp-f j. (3) text (DIV1) 53 Page 27
401 And therefore it is commonly said, that nothing is lawful, especially in the Worship of God, which God himself hath not prescribed and appointed, And Therefore it is commonly said, that nothing is lawful, especially in the Worship of God, which God himself hath not prescribed and appointed, cc av pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cst pix vbz j, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq np1 px31 vhz xx vvn cc vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 53 Page 27
402 or that hath been abused to evil Purposes. or that hath been abused to evil Purposes. cc cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp j-jn n2. (3) text (DIV1) 53 Page 27
403 And on these two Mistakes are chiefly grounded Mens Scruples about indifferent Rites and Ceremonies in God's Worship. And on these two Mistakes Are chiefly grounded Men's Scruples about indifferent Rites and Ceremonies in God's Worship. cc p-acp d crd n2 vbr av-jn vvn ng2 n2 p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp npg1 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 53 Page 27
404 1. That only is said to be lawful in God's Worship which he himself hath prescribed and appointed; 1. That only is said to be lawful in God's Worship which he himself hath prescribed and appointed; crd cst av-j vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp npg1 n1 r-crq pns31 px31 vhz vvn cc vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 54 Page 28
405 so that this is thought exception sufficient against the Forms and Usages of our Church, that though they are not forbid, so that this is Thought exception sufficient against the Forms and Usages of our Church, that though they Are not forbid, av cst d vbz vvn n1 j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1, cst cs pns32 vbr xx vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 54 Page 28
406 yet they are no where commanded in Scripture. Who hath required these things at your hands? yet they Are no where commanded in Scripture. Who hath required these things At your hands? av pns32 vbr av-dx q-crq vvd p-acp n1. r-crq vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po22 n2? (3) text (DIV1) 54 Page 28
407 Now here I only ask, Where our Saviour or his Apostles have forbid us doing any thing in God's Worship, which is not by himself commanded, Now Here I only ask, Where our Saviour or his Apostles have forbid us doing any thing in God's Worship, which is not by himself commanded, av av pns11 av-j vvb, c-crq po12 n1 cc po31 n2 vhb vvn pno12 vdg d n1 p-acp npg1 n1, r-crq vbz xx p-acp px31 vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 28
408 or where in the New Testament we are told, that God will be angry with us for doing any thing which he hath no where forbid, either by general or particular Laws? For unless this can be shewn, there can be no colour for this Pretence, or where in the New Testament we Are told, that God will be angry with us for doing any thing which he hath not where forbid, either by general or particular Laws? For unless this can be shown, there can be no colour for this Pretence, cc c-crq p-acp dt j n1 pns12 vbr vvn, cst np1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno12 c-acp vdg d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz xx c-crq vvi, av-d p-acp n1 cc j n2? p-acp cs d vmb vbi vvn, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 28
409 and we are sufficiently sure, that no such place can be produced out of the Bible. and we Are sufficiently sure, that no such place can be produced out of the bible. cc pns12 vbr av-j j, cst dx d n1 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 28
410 It is acknowledged by all, that the Holy Scriptures, as to all that is necessary to be believed or done in order to Salvation, It is acknowledged by all, that the Holy Scriptures, as to all that is necessary to be believed or done in order to Salvation, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d, cst dt j n2, c-acp p-acp d cst vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vdn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 28
411 as to all the essential and substantial parts of Divine Worship, is a plain and perfect Rule; as to all the essential and substantial parts of Divine Worship, is a plain and perfect Rule; c-acp p-acp d dt j cc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vbz dt j cc j n1; (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 28
412 but it is as certain that the outward circumstances of Time, Place, Habit, and Gesture, are not determined in the New Testament, but it is as certain that the outward Circumstances of Time, Place, Habit, and Gesture, Are not determined in the New Testament, cc-acp pn31 vbz a-acp j cst dt j n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1, cc n1, vbr xx vvn p-acp dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 28
413 as they were by Moses 's Law: and yet God cannot be, at least visibly and publickly, worshipped without them. as they were by Moses is Law: and yet God cannot be, At least visibly and publicly, worshipped without them. c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp np1 vbz n1: cc av n1 vmbx vbi, p-acp ds av-j cc av-j, vvn p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 28
414 If therefore these be not determined in Scripture, and it is unlawful to do any thing in Gods Worship but what is so determined, it follows that God cannot be worshipped at all, If Therefore these be not determined in Scripture, and it is unlawful to do any thing in God's Worship but what is so determined, it follows that God cannot be worshipped At all, cs av d vbb xx vvn p-acp n1, cc pn31 vbz j pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp npg1 n1 cc-acp q-crq vbz av vvn, pn31 vvz cst np1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d, (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 28
415 unless we could worship him in no Time, Place, Habit, or Gesture: unless we could worship him in no Time, Place, Habit, or Gesture: cs pns12 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dx n1, n1, n1, cc n1: (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 28
416 nor indeed can I learn how a Christian can, with a good Conscience, perform any part of God's Worship, nor indeed can I Learn how a Christian can, with a good Conscience, perform any part of God's Worship, ccx av vmb pns11 vvi c-crq dt njp vmb, p-acp dt j n1, vvb d n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 28
417 if this Principle be admitted for true, that whatsoever is not commanded is forbid, since the external Circumstances of religious Actions, without which they cannot be performed, are not prescribed or determined in Scripture; if this Principle be admitted for true, that whatsoever is not commanded is forbid, since the external circumstances of religious Actions, without which they cannot be performed, Are not prescribed or determined in Scripture; cs d n1 vbi vvn p-acp j, cst r-crq vbz xx vvn vbz vvn, c-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmbx vbi vvn, vbr xx vvn cc vvn p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 28
418 and so he must commit a Sin every time he prays or receives the Holy Sacrament. and so he must commit a since every time he prays or receives the Holy Sacrament. cc av pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 d n1 pns31 vvz cc vvz dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 28
419 Besides, this Reason would oblige us to separate from all the Churches that ever were or are in the World, there being no constituted Church in which there are not some Orders and Injunctions for the regulating the publick Worship of God no where commanded in Scripture. Beside, this Reason would oblige us to separate from all the Churches that ever were or Are in the World, there being no constituted Church in which there Are not Some Order and Injunctions for the regulating the public Worship of God no where commanded in Scripture. a-acp, d n1 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n2 cst av vbdr cc vbr p-acp dt n1, a-acp vbg av-dx vvn n1 p-acp r-crq a-acp vbr xx d n1 cc n2 p-acp dt vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1 av-dx q-crq vvd p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 56 Page 29
420 We could never, upon this Principle, have held Communion with the Primitive Churches, which undoubtedly had their instituted significant Ceremonies; We could never, upon this Principle, have held Communion with the Primitive Churches, which undoubtedly had their instituted significant Ceremonies; pns12 vmd av-x, p-acp d n1, vhb vvn n1 p-acp dt j n2, r-crq av-j vhd po32 vvn j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 56 Page 29
421 nor is there any Church at this day, that hath not by its own Authority determined some of the circumstances of Divine Service for the more decent and orderly performance thereof. nor is there any Church At this day, that hath not by its own authority determined Some of the Circumstances of Divine Service for the more decent and orderly performance thereof. ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, cst vhz xx p-acp po31 d n1 vvd d pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1 av. (3) text (DIV1) 56 Page 29
422 Nay, those very Persons that make this Exception, do themselves practise many things in the Worship of God, without the least shadow of a Divine Command, to which they oblige their Hearers and Communicants: Nay, those very Persons that make this Exception, do themselves practise many things in the Worship of God, without the least shadow of a Divine Command, to which they oblige their Hearers and Communicants: uh-x, d j n2 cst vvb d n1, vdb px32 vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvi po32 n2 cc n2: (3) text (DIV1) 56 Page 29
423 for, conceived Prayers, sitting at the Eucharist, sprinkling the Infant at Baptism, the Minister's officiating in a black Cloak or Coat, are full out as unscriptural, humane, uncommanded as any Gesture, Habit, for, conceived Prayers, sitting At the Eucharist, sprinkling the Infant At Baptism, the Minister's officiating in a black Cloak or Coat, Are full out as unscriptural, humane, uncommanded as any Gesture, Habit, c-acp, vvd n2, vvg p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp n1, dt ng1 j-vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1, vbr j av c-acp j, j, j c-acp d n1, n1, (3) text (DIV1) 56 Page 29
424 or Form used in our Church. or From used in our Church. cc n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 56 Page 29
425 2. That is said to be unlawful which hath been abused to sinful Purposes, to Idolatry or Superstition; 2. That is said to be unlawful which hath been abused to sinful Purposes, to Idolatry or Superstition; crd cst vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp j n2, p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 29
426 so that nothing ought to be retained in our Worship, tho it be not forbid by God, which was used in times of Popery. so that nothing ought to be retained in our Worship, though it be not forbid by God, which was used in times of Popery. av cst pix vmd p-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1, cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 29
427 Hence the ordinary Objection against our Parish Churches is, that they are not sufficiently purged from Popery; Hence the ordinary Objection against our Parish Churches is, that they Are not sufficiently purged from Popery; av dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1 n2 vbz, cst pns32 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 29
428 that our first Reformers were indeed excellent and worthy Persons for the Times they lived in; that our First Reformers were indeed excellent and worthy Persons for the Times they lived in; d po12 ord n2 vbdr av j cc j n2 p-acp dt n2 pns32 vvd p-acp; (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 29
429 that what they did was very commendable and a good Beginning, but they were forced to comply with the necessities of the Age, which would not bear a compleat Reformation. that what they did was very commendable and a good Beginning, but they were forced to comply with the necessities of the Age, which would not bear a complete Reformation. cst r-crq pns32 vdd vbds av j cc dt j n1, cc-acp pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmd xx vvi dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 29
430 They left a great deal of Popish Trash in the Church, hoping by degrees to reconcile the Papists to it, They left a great deal of Popish Trash in the Church, hoping by Degrees to reconcile the Papists to it, pns32 vvd dt j n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi dt njp2 p-acp pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 29
431 or at least that they might not make the Breach too wide, and too much prejudice or estrange them from it. or At least that they might not make the Breach too wide, and too much prejudice or estrange them from it. cc p-acp ds cst pns32 vmd xx vvi dt n1 av av-j, cc av d n1 cc vvi pno32 p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 29
432 But we now live under better means, have greater Light and Knowledge, and so a further and more perfect Amendment is now necessary. But we now live under better means, have greater Light and Knowledge, and so a further and more perfect Amendment is now necessary. cc-acp pns12 av vvb p-acp jc n2, vhb jc n1 cc n1, cc av dt jc cc av-dc j n1 vbz av j. (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 30
433 Thus the Order of Bishops is decried as Popish and Antichristian, our Liturgy as taken out of the Mass Book, Thus the Order of Bishops is decried as Popish and Antichristian, our Liturgy as taken out of the Mass Book, av dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz vvn p-acp j cc jp, po12 n1 c-acp vvn av pp-f dt n1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 30
434 and our Ceremonies as Relicks of Idolatry. But the truth of the case is this. and our Ceremonies as Relics of Idolatry. But the truth of the case is this. cc po12 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz d. (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 30
435 We must consider, that those of the Church of Rome do hold and maintain all the Essentials of Christianity, We must Consider, that those of the Church of Room do hold and maintain all the Essentials of Christianity, pns12 vmb vvi, cst d pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvb vdb vvi cc vvi d dt n2-jn pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 58 Page 30
436 but then by degrees, as they found opportunity, they have added a number of impious and pernicious Doctrines to the Christian Faith, the Belief and Profession of which they equally require of all that are in their Communion. but then by Degrees, as they found opportunity, they have added a number of impious and pernicious Doctrines to the Christian Faith, the Belief and Profession of which they equally require of all that Are in their Communion. cc-acp av p-acp n2, c-acp pns32 vvd n1, pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2 p-acp dt njp n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 av-j vvi pp-f d cst vbr p-acp po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 58 Page 30
437 Besides this, they have introduced several idolatrous and superstitious Rites and Practises into the Service of their Church, never heard of for the first four hundred Years, by which they have miserably defaced and corrupted the Worship of God, Beside this, they have introduced several idolatrous and superstitious Rites and Practises into the Service of their Church, never herd of for the First four hundred years, by which they have miserably defaced and corrupted the Worship of God, p-acp d, pns32 vhb vvd j j cc j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, av-x vvn pp-f p-acp dt ord crd crd n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb av-j vvn cc vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 58 Page 30
438 and made it necessary for all those that love their own Salvation, to separate from them. and made it necessary for all those that love their own Salvation, to separate from them. cc vvd pn31 j p-acp d d cst vvb po32 d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 58 Page 30
439 Now our first Reformers here in England did not go about to invent a new Species of Government, to devise new Rites and Ceremonies ▪ and a new form of Worship, such as should be least excepted against, Now our First Reformers Here in England did not go about to invent a new Species of Government, to devise new Rites and Ceremonies ▪ and a new from of Worship, such as should be least excepted against, av po12 ord n2 av p-acp np1 vdd xx vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi j n2 cc n2 ▪ cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, d c-acp vmd vbi av-ds vvn p-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 58 Page 30
440 and then obtrude it upon this Nation, as was done at Geneva, and some other places; and then obtrude it upon this nation, as was done At Geneva, and Some other places; cc av vvi pn31 p-acp d n1, c-acp vbds vdn p-acp np1, cc d j-jn n2; (3) text (DIV1) 58 Page 30
441 but they wisely considered, that if they did but reject what the Romanists had added to the Faith and Worship of Christians, lay aside their novel Inventions, Usurpations, but they wisely considered, that if they did but reject what the Romanists had added to the Faith and Worship of Christians, lay aside their novel Inventions, Usurpations, cc-acp pns32 av-j vvd, cst cs pns32 vdd p-acp vvi r-crq dt np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvb av po32 j n2, n2, (3) text (DIV1) 58 Page 30
442 and unwritten Traditions, there would remain the pure, simple, Primitive Christianity, such as it was before the Roman Church was thus degenerated: and unwritten Traditions, there would remain the pure, simple, Primitive Christianity, such as it was before the Roman Church was thus degenerated: cc j n2, pc-acp vmd vvi dt j, j, j np1, d c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt njp n1 vbds av vvn: (3) text (DIV1) 58 Page 30
443 nor have we any thing of Popery left amongst us, but what the Papists had left amongst them of Primitive Religion and Worship. nor have we any thing of Popery left among us, but what the Papists had left among them of Primitive Religion and Worship. ccx vhb pns12 d n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno12, cc-acp r-crq dt njp2 vhd vvn p-acp pno32 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 58 Page 30
444 As we must not receive the evil for the sake of the good, so neither must we reject the good for the sake of the evil. As we must not receive the evil for the sake of the good, so neither must we reject the good for the sake of the evil. c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, av dx vmb pns12 vvi dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 59 Page 30
445 In our Church we pray neither to Saints nor Angels, nor the Virgin Mary, our Liturgy is in a known Tongue, we deny the Laity no part of the Sacrament, In our Church we pray neither to Saints nor Angels, nor the Virgae Marry, our Liturgy is in a known Tongue, we deny the Laity no part of the Sacrament, p-acp po12 n1 pns12 vvb av-dx p-acp n2 ccx n2, ccx dt n1 uh, po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt j-vvn n1, pns12 vvb dt np1 av-dx n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 59 Page 30
446 nor the reading of the Scriptures, we offer no Mass sacrifice, nor worship Images or the consecrated Bread. nor the reading of the Scriptures, we offer no Mass sacrifice, nor worship Images or the consecrated Bred. ccx dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2, pns12 vvb dx n1 vvi, ccx n1 n2 cc dt j-vvn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 59 Page 31
447 We have not one Doctrine or Ceremony in use amongst us, that is purely Popish. We have not one Doctrine or Ceremony in use among us, that is purely Popish. pns12 vhb xx crd n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, cst vbz av-j j. (3) text (DIV1) 59 Page 31
448 But we must be obliged to part with the most sacred, venerable and usefullest things in our Religion, But we must be obliged to part with the most sacred, venerable and usefullest things in our Religion, cc-acp pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av-ds j, j cc js n2 p-acp po12 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 59 Page 31
449 if this be a sufficient reason of our forbearing any thing, because the Papists abuse it. if this be a sufficient reason of our forbearing any thing, Because the Papists abuse it. cs d vbb dt j n1 pp-f po12 vvg d n1, c-acp dt njp2 vvb pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 59 Page 31
450 This therefore I conclude to be the best and plainest rule for the governing of our Consciences, not wilfully to omit any thing that God hath commanded, to avoid to the utmost of our Power what God hath forbid; This Therefore I conclude to be the best and Plainest Rule for the governing of our Consciences, not wilfully to omit any thing that God hath commanded, to avoid to the utmost of our Power what God hath forbid; np1 av pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt js cc js n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2, xx av-j pc-acp vvi d n1 cst np1 vhz vvn, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 60 Page 31
451 and what ever else we have no particular Divine Law about, to guide our selves by the general rules of Scripture, the commands of our Superiours, and what ever Else we have no particular Divine Law about, to guide our selves by the general rules of Scripture, the commands of our Superiors, cc q-crq av av pns12 vhb dx j j-jn n1 a-acp, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f n1, dt n2 pp-f po12 n2-jn, (3) text (DIV1) 60 Page 31
452 and by the measures of Prudence, Peace, and Charity. and by the measures of Prudence, Peace, and Charity. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 60 Page 31
453 This one rule (and it cannot but seem a very reasonable one) would soon put an end to our squabbles and janglings about Formes and Ceremonies and other indifferent things. This one Rule (and it cannot but seem a very reasonable one) would soon put an end to our squabbles and janglings about Forms and Ceremonies and other indifferent things. d crd n1 (cc pn31 vmbx cc-acp vvi dt j j pi) vmd av vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp n2 cc n2 cc j-jn j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 60 Page 31
454 5. In order to the bringing men to a complyance with the Laws of our Church, we must desire them to consider that there never was nor ever will be any publick Constitution, that will be every way unexceptionable. 5. In order to the bringing men to a compliance with the Laws of our Church, we must desire them to Consider that there never was nor ever will be any public Constitution, that will be every Way unexceptionable. crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cst a-acp av-x vbds ccx av vmb vbi d j n1, cst vmb vbi d n1 j. (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 31
455 The best policy, whether Civil or Ecclesiastical, that can be established will have some flaws and defects, which must be borne and tolerated. The best policy, whither Civil or Ecclesiastical, that can be established will have Some flaws and defects, which must be born and tolerated. dt js n1, cs j cc j, cst vmb vbi vvn vmb vhi d n2 cc n2, r-crq vmb vbi vvn cc vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 31
456 Some inconveniences will in process of time arise, that never could be foreseen or provided against; some inconveniences will in process of time arise, that never could be foreseen or provided against; d n2 vmb p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvi, cst av-x vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp; (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 31
457 and to make alteration upon every emergent difficulty may be often of worse consequence, than the evil we pretend to cure by it. and to make alteration upon every emergent difficulty may be often of Worse consequence, than the evil we pretend to cure by it. cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d fw-la n1 vmb vbi av pp-f jc n1, cs dt j-jn pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 31
458 Let the rules and modes of Government, Discipline, publick Worship, be most exact and blameless, Let the rules and modes of Government, Discipline, public Worship, be most exact and blameless, vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, n1, j n1, vbb av-ds j cc j, (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 31
459 yet there will be faults in Governours and Ministers as long as they are but men. yet there will be Faults in Governors and Ministers as long as they Are but men. av pc-acp vmb vbi n2 p-acp n2 cc n2 c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n2. (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 31
460 We must not expect in this World a Church without Spot or Wrinkle, that consists only of Saints, in which nothing can be found amiss; We must not expect in this World a Church without Spot or Wrinkle, that consists only of Saints, in which nothing can be found amiss; pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1 dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cst vvz av-j pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq pix vmb vbi vvn av; (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 31
461 especially by those who lye at the catch and wait for an advantage against it. especially by those who lie At the catch and wait for an advantage against it. av-j p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 31
462 If men will scruple and reform, as long as any thing remaineth which they can object against, they must e'en come at last, If men will scruple and reform, as long as any thing remains which they can Object against, they must even come At last, cs n2 vmb n1 cc vvi, c-acp av-j c-acp d n1 vvz r-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp, pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp ord, (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 32
463 as a Reverend Person of our Church hath observed, to the state of that miserable Man who left all humane Society that he might not be defiled with other Mens Sins, as a Reverend Person of our Church hath observed, to the state of that miserable Man who left all humane Society that he might not be defiled with other Men's Sins, c-acp dt n-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1 vhz vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq vvd d j n1 cst pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 32
464 and at last cut out the Contents of Chapters and Titles of Books out of the Bible, and At last Cut out the Contents of Chapters and Titles of Books out of the bible, cc p-acp ord vvd av dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 av pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 32
465 because they were humane Inventions added to the pure Word of God. Because they were humane Inventions added to the pure Word of God. c-acp pns32 vbdr j n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 32
466 Men must be willing, if ever they would promote Peace and Unity, to put candid Constructions and favourable Interpretations upon things, to take them by the best handle, Men must be willing, if ever they would promote Peace and Unity, to put candid Constructions and favourable Interpretations upon things, to take them by the best handle, np1 vmb vbi j, cs av pns32 vmd vvi n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi j n2 cc j n2 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt js n1, (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 32
467 and not strain things on purpose that they might cavil the more plausibly, and raise more considerable Objections against them. and not strain things on purpose that they might cavil the more plausibly, and raise more considerable Objections against them. cc xx vvi n2 p-acp n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi dt av-dc av-j, cc vvi av-dc j n2 p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 32
468 We must not make personal, accidental Faults, nor any thing a pretence for our leaving the Communion of our Church, which ariseth only from the necessary condition and temper of all humane Affairs, that nothing here is absolutely perfect. We must not make personal, accidental Faults, nor any thing a pretence for our leaving the Communion of our Church, which arises only from the necessary condition and temper of all humane Affairs, that nothing Here is absolutely perfect. pns12 vmb xx vvi j, j n2, ccx d n1 dt n1 p-acp po12 n-vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vvz av-j p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2, cst pix av vbz av-j j. (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 32
469 6. And lastly, If you cannot by these, and other the like considerations, not now to be mentioned, get rid of, 6. And lastly, If you cannot by these, and other the like considerations, not now to be mentioned, get rid of, crd cc ord, cs pn22 vmbx p-acp d, cc j-jn dt j n2, xx av pc-acp vbi vvn, vvb vvb pp-f, (3) text (DIV1) 63 Page 32
470 and conquer your Scruples, then be advised to lay them aside, to throw them out of your Minds as dangerous Temptations, and act positively against them. and conquer your Scruples, then be advised to lay them aside, to throw them out of your Minds as dangerous Temptations, and act positively against them. cc vvi po22 n2, av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 av, pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f po22 n2 p-acp j n2, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 63 Page 32
471 But here I easily imagine some ready presently to ask me, Do you perswade us to conform to the Orders of the Church tho we are not satisfied in our Minds concerning them? I answer, That I think this the best Advice that can be given to such scrupulous Persons. But Here I Easily imagine Some ready presently to ask me, Do you persuade us to conform to the Order of the Church though we Are not satisfied in our Minds Concerning them? I answer, That I think this the best advice that can be given to such scrupulous Persons. p-acp av pns11 av-j vvb d j av-j pc-acp vvi pno11, vdb pn22 vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cs pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp po12 n2 vvg pno32? pns11 vvb, cst pns11 vvb d dt js n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 32
472 It would be an endless infinite thing, and Communion with any Church would be altogether unpracticable, It would be an endless infinite thing, and Communion with any Church would be altogether unpracticable, pn31 vmd vbi dt j j n1, cc n1 p-acp d n1 vmd vbi av j, (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 32
473 if every private Christian was obliged to suspend joyning himself to it, till he was perfectly satisfied about the reasonableness and expediency of all that was required, if every private Christian was obliged to suspend joining himself to it, till he was perfectly satisfied about the reasonableness and expediency of all that was required, cs d j np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi vvg px31 p-acp pn31, c-acp pns31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d cst vbds vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 32
474 or was in use in that Church: or was in use in that Church: cc vbds p-acp n1 p-acp d n1: (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 32
475 for indeed, private Persons are by no means proper Judges of what is fit and convenient in the Administration of Church-Government, Discipline, for indeed, private Persons Are by no means proper Judges of what is fit and convenient in the Administration of Church-Government, Discipline, c-acp av, j n2 vbr p-acp dx n2 j n2 pp-f r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 33
476 or publick Worship, no more than they are of matters of State, or the Reasonableness of all Civil Laws. or public Worship, no more than they Are of matters of State, or the Reasonableness of all Civil Laws. cc j n1, av-dx dc cs pns32 vbr pp-f n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 33
477 Common People generally have neither Patience to consider, nor Judgment to weigh all circumstances, nor Wisdom to choose that which is best; Common People generally have neither Patience to Consider, nor Judgement to weigh all Circumstances, nor Wisdom to choose that which is best; j n1 av-j vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi, ccx n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, ccx n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz js; (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 33
478 these things of a Publick Nature belong only to our Superiours and Governours, and if they appoint what is unfit, indecent, these things of a Public Nature belong only to our Superiors and Governors, and if they appoint what is unfit, indecent, d n2 pp-f dt j n1 vvi av-j p-acp po12 n2-jn cc n2, cc cs pns32 vvb r-crq vbz j, j, (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 33
479 or inconvenient, they only are accountable for it. or inconvenient, they only Are accountable for it. cc j, pns32 av-j vbr j p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 33
480 It is not the fault of those that joyn with such worship, or yield to such Injunctions (not plainly sinful) for the sake of Peace and Order. It is not the fault of those that join with such worship, or yield to such Injunctions (not plainly sinful) for the sake of Peace and Order. pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp d n1, cc vvi p-acp d n2 (xx av-j j) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 33
481 I know therefore no better Rule for the directing and quieting Mens Consciences than this, that as to all such matters as relate to Publick Order and decent Administration of Gods Worship, they should without any superstitious fearfulness comply with the Customs of the Church they live in, never troubling themselves, I know Therefore no better Rule for the directing and quieting Men's Consciences than this, that as to all such matters as relate to Public Order and decent Administration of God's Worship, they should without any superstitious fearfulness comply with the Customs of the Church they live in, never troubling themselves, pns11 vvb av av-dx av-jc vvi p-acp dt vvg cc vvg ng2 n2 cs d, cst c-acp p-acp d d n2 c-acp vvb p-acp j n1 cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pns32 vmd p-acp d j n1 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp, av-x vvg px32, (3) text (DIV1) 65 Page 33
482 nor curiously examining what is best and fittest, as long as there is nothing enjoyned or done, which (after due enquiry) appears to us contrary to any Law of God. nor curiously examining what is best and Fittest, as long as there is nothing enjoined or done, which (After due enquiry) appears to us contrary to any Law of God. ccx av-j vvg r-crq vbz js cc js, c-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz pix vvn cc vdn, r-crq (p-acp j-jn n1) vvz p-acp pno12 vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 65 Page 33
483 Thus St. Augustin directs us in that often quoted place, where he tells us, He knew no better course for a serious prudent Christian to take, in matters of Rites and Customs, Thus Saint Augustin directs us in that often quoted place, where he tells us, He knew no better course for a serious prudent Christian to take, in matters of Rites and Customs, av n1 np1 vvz pno12 p-acp d av vvd n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pno12, pns31 vvd dx jc n1 p-acp dt j j np1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 65 Page 33
484 than to follow the Churches example where he is: than to follow the Churches Exampl where he is: cs pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1 c-crq pns31 vbz: (3) text (DIV1) 65 Page 33
485 for whatsoever is prescribed neither against Faith or Manners, is a matter in its self indifferent, for whatsoever is prescribed neither against Faith or Manners, is a matter in its self indifferent, p-acp r-crq vbz vvn av-dx p-acp n1 cc n2, vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 j, (3) text (DIV1) 65 Page 33
486 and to be observed according to the Custom of those he lives among. and to be observed according to the Custom of those he lives among. cc pc-acp vbi vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d pns31 vvz p-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 65 Page 33
487 This was agreeable to the Counsel St. Ambrose, Bishop of Milan, gave him when he was sent by his Mother to enquire his Judgment about the Saturday Fast, When I am at Rome, saith the Bishop, I fa•t on the Sabbath, This was agreeable to the Counsel Saint Ambrose, Bishop of Milan, gave him when he was sent by his Mother to inquire his Judgement about the Saturday Fast, When I am At Room, Says the Bishop, I fa•t on the Sabbath, d vbds j p-acp dt n1 n1 np1, n1 pp-f np1, vvd pno31 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt np1 av-j, c-crq pns11 vbm p-acp n1, vvz dt n1, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 65 Page 33
488 but at Milan I do not. So thou likewise, when thou comest to any Church, observe its Custom, but At Milan I do not. So thou likewise, when thou Comest to any Church, observe its Custom, cc-acp p-acp np1 pns11 vdb xx. np1 pns21 av, c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp d n1, vvb po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 65 Page 33
489 if thou wouldest neither be an offence to them, nor have them be so to thee. if thou Wouldst neither be an offence to them, nor have them be so to thee. cs pns21 vmd2 av-dx vbb dt n1 p-acp pno32, ccx vhb pno32 vbi av p-acp pno21. (3) text (DIV1) 65 Page 33
490 Which St. Augustin ever after looked upon as an Oracle from Heaven. Which Saint Augustin ever After looked upon as an Oracle from Heaven. r-crq n1 np1 av a-acp vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 65 Page 33
491 I do not by this encourage Men to venture blindfold on Sin, or to neglect any reasonable care of their Actions; I do not by this encourage Men to venture blindfold on since, or to neglect any reasonable care of their Actions; pns11 vdb xx p-acp d vvb n2 pc-acp vvi j p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f po32 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 34
492 but if People raise all the Difficulties and Objections they can start, before they proceed to a Resolution about things that have no manifest Impiety in them, but if People raise all the Difficulties and Objections they can start, before they proceed to a Resolution about things that have no manifest Impiety in them, cc-acp cs n1 vvb d dt n2 cc n2 pns32 vmb vvi, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 cst vhb dx j n1 p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 34
493 nor are plainly nor by any easie consequence, contrary to the revealed Will of God, this cannot but occasion infinite Perplexity and Trouble to Mens Minds, nor Are plainly nor by any easy consequence, contrary to the revealed Will of God, this cannot but occasion infinite Perplexity and Trouble to Men's Minds, ccx vbr av-j cc p-acp d j n1, j-jn p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f np1, d vmbx cc-acp n1 j n1 cc vvb p-acp ng2 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 34
494 and there are but few things they shall be able to do with a safe and quiet Conscience. and there Are but few things they shall be able to do with a safe and quiet Conscience. cc pc-acp vbr p-acp d n2 pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vdi p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 34
495 Should all those that have some little Arguments against the Sign of the Cross, puzzle themselves with the Objections usually urged against Infant Baptism, Should all those that have Some little Arguments against the Signen of the Cross, puzzle themselves with the Objections usually urged against Infant Baptism, vmd d d cst vhb d j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvi px32 p-acp dt n2 av-j vvn p-acp n1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 34
496 and defer baptizing their Children till they were fully satisfied about it, I doubt not but the baptizing of Infants would soon be as much scrupled at as the crossing them now is. and defer baptizing their Children till they were Fully satisfied about it, I doubt not but the baptizing of Infants would soon be as much scrupled At as the crossing them now is. cc vvb vvg po32 n2 c-acp pns32 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp pn31, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2 vmd av vbi c-acp av-d vvn p-acp p-acp dt vvg pno32 av vbz. (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 34
497 But there is no apparent Evil in it; But there is no apparent Evil in it; p-acp pc-acp vbz dx j n-jn p-acp pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 34
498 it is the Practise of the Church we live in, it is no where forbid in Scripture: it is the practice of the Church we live in, it is no where forbid in Scripture: pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp, pn31 vbz dx c-crq vvi p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 34
499 this ordinarily is sufficient warrant for what we do. this ordinarily is sufficient warrant for what we do. d av-j vbz j n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vdb. (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 34
500 Before we separate from a Church, or refuse to comply with its Orders, we ought to be fully satisfied and persuaded of the unlawfulness of what is required, that it is forbid by God; Before we separate from a Church, or refuse to comply with its Order, we ought to be Fully satisfied and persuaded of the unlawfulness of what is required, that it is forbid by God; c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi av-j vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn, cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1; (3) text (DIV1) 67 Page 34
501 because by leaving the Communion of any Church, we pass Sentence upon and condemn it, which ought not to be done upon light and doubtful Causes: Because by leaving the Communion of any Church, we pass Sentence upon and condemn it, which ought not to be done upon Light and doubtful Causes: c-acp p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns12 vvb n1 p-acp cc vvi pn31, r-crq vmd xx pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp n1 cc j n2: (3) text (DIV1) 67 Page 34
502 but there is not the same necessity that we should be thus fully satisfied about our Conformity to all things prescribed by the Church. but there is not the same necessity that we should be thus Fully satisfied about our Conformity to all things prescribed by the Church. cc-acp pc-acp vbz xx dt d n1 cst pns12 vmd vbi av av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 67 Page 34
503 We may presume them to be innocent, unless they plainly appear to us otherwise. We may presume them to be innocent, unless they plainly appear to us otherwise. pns12 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi j-jn, cs pns32 av-j vvi p-acp pno12 av. (3) text (DIV1) 67 Page 34
504 The Judicious and Learned Bishop Sanderson thus expresseth it in his fourth Sermon Ad Clerum, The Law taketh every Man for a good Man and true, till his Truth aud Honesty be legally disproved: The Judicious and Learned Bishop Sanderson thus Expresses it in his fourth Sermon Ad Clerum, The Law Takes every Man for a good Man and true, till his Truth and Honesty be legally disproved: dt j cc j n1 np1 av vvz pn31 p-acp po31 ord n1 fw-la fw-la, dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc j, c-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vbb av-j vvn: (3) text (DIV1) 68 Page 34
505 and as our Saviour sometimes said, He that is not against us is for us: and as our Saviour sometime said, He that is not against us is for us: cc c-acp po12 n1 av vvd, pns31 cst vbz xx p-acp pno12 vbz p-acp pno12: (3) text (DIV1) 68 Page 34
506 so in these matters (he speaks of those Ceremonies that for Orders sake, and to add the greater Solemnity to sacred Actions, are appointed in the Church) we are to believe all things to be lawful for us to do, which cannot be shewn by good Evidence either of Scripture or Reason to be unlawful. so in these matters (he speaks of those Ceremonies that for Order sake, and to add the greater Solemnity to sacred Actions, Are appointed in the Church) we Are to believe all things to be lawful for us to do, which cannot be shown by good Evidence either of Scripture or Reason to be unlawful. av p-acp d n2 (pns31 vvz pp-f d n2 cst p-acp n1 n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 p-acp j n2, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1) pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vdi, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn p-acp j n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi j. (3) text (DIV1) 68 Page 35
507 If any one be afraid that this Principle once imbibed would introduce Popery, make People greedily swallow, If any one be afraid that this Principle once imbibed would introduce Popery, make People greedily swallow, cs d pi vbb j cst d n1 a-acp vvn vmd vvi n1, vvb n1 av-j vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 69 Page 35
508 and without any Examination submit to every thing their Superiours please to impose upon them, let him only consider (which we all agree in) that there are many things in the Popish Worship and Religion manifestly evil, and without any Examination submit to every thing their Superiors please to impose upon them, let him only Consider (which we all agree in) that there Are many things in the Popish Worship and Religion manifestly evil, cc p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp d n1 po32 n2-jn vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, vvb pno31 av-j vvb (r-crq pns12 d vvb p-acp) cst pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 av-j j-jn, (3) text (DIV1) 69 Page 35
509 and forbidden by the revealed Will of God, which renders our Separation from them necessary, and so consequently justifiable: and forbidden by the revealed Will of God, which renders our Separation from them necessary, and so consequently justifiable: cc vvn p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz po12 n1 p-acp pno32 j, cc av av-j j: (3) text (DIV1) 69 Page 35
510 whereas the things objected against in our Church are at worst only doubtful and suspicious, or rather not so good and expedient as might be devised: whereas the things objected against in our Church Are At worst only doubtful and suspicious, or rather not so good and expedient as might be devised: cs dt n2 vvn p-acp p-acp po12 n1 vbr p-acp js j j cc j, cc av-c xx av j cc j c-acp vmd vbi vvn: (3) text (DIV1) 69 Page 35
511 and this surely makes a wide difference in the case. and this surely makes a wide difference in the case. cc d av-j vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 69 Page 35
512 But doth not St. Paul say, Rom. 14. 19. I know and am perswaded by the Lord Jesus, that there is nothing unclean of it self, But does not Saint Paul say, Rom. 14. 19. I know and am persuaded by the Lord jesus, that there is nothing unclean of it self, cc-acp vdz xx n1 np1 vvb, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb cc vbm vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, cst pc-acp vbz pix j pp-f pn31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 35
513 but to him that esteemeth any thing unclean it is unclean? Doth not he expresly tell us, That whatsoever is not of Faith is Sin? that is, Whatever we do without a full Persuasion of the lawfulness of it, but to him that esteems any thing unclean it is unclean? Does not he expressly tell us, That whatsoever is not of Faith is since? that is, Whatever we do without a full Persuasion of the lawfulness of it, cc-acp p-acp pno31 cst vvz d n1 j-u pn31 vbz j? vdz xx pns31 av-j vvi pno12, cst r-crq vbz xx pp-f n1 vbz n1? cst vbz, r-crq pns12 vdb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 35
514 tho it be not so in it self, yet is a Sin in him that doth it against his Conscience. though it be not so in it self, yet is a since in him that does it against his Conscience. cs pn31 vbb xx av p-acp pn31 n1, av vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31 cst vdz pn31 p-acp po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 35
515 And doth not the Apostle say, He that doubteth is damned if he eat, before he is convinced that it may be done? I desire here therefore only to be rightly understood, And does not the Apostle say, He that doubteth is damned if he eat, before he is convinced that it may be done? I desire Here Therefore only to be rightly understood, cc vdz xx dt n1 vvb, pns31 cst vvz vbz vvn cs pns31 vvb, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn cst pn31 vmb vbi vdn? pns11 vvb av av av-j pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 35
516 and then these things are soon reconciled. and then these things Are soon reconciled. cc av d n2 vbr av vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 35
517 1. When I speak of a Scrupulous Conscience I suppose the Person tolerably well perswaded of the lawfulness of what is to be done, 1. When I speak of a Scrupulous Conscience I suppose the Person tolerably well persuaded of the lawfulness of what is to be done, crd c-crq pns11 vvb pp-f dt j n1 pns11 vvb dt n1 av-j av vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vdn, (3) text (DIV1) 71 Page 35
518 but yet he doth not like or approve of it, he hath some little Reasons and Exceptions against it, it is not the best and fittest, all things considered. but yet he does not like or approve of it, he hath Some little Reasons and Exceptions against it, it is not the best and Fittest, all things considered. cc-acp av pns31 vdz xx av-j cc vvi pp-f pn31, pns31 vhz d j n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz xx dt js cc js, d n2 vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 71 Page 35
519 This is properly a Scruple, and is certainly the case of all those, who do sometimes (to save themselves from the severity of the Laws) joyn in our Worship, and communicate with us; This is properly a Scruple, and is Certainly the case of all those, who do sometime (to save themselves from the severity of the Laws) join in our Worship, and communicate with us; d vbz av-j dt n1, cc vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f d d, r-crq vdb av (pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2) vvb p-acp po12 n1, cc vvi p-acp pno12; (3) text (DIV1) 71 Page 35
520 which we presume they would never do did they judge it absolutely sinful and forbidden by God. which we presume they would never do did they judge it absolutely sinful and forbidden by God. r-crq pns12 vvb pns32 vmd av-x vdi vdd pns32 vvb pn31 av-j j cc vvn p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 71 Page 36
521 So that though it should be granted that a man cannot innocently do that of which his Conscience doubts whether it be lawfull or not, So that though it should be granted that a man cannot innocently do that of which his Conscience doubts whither it be lawful or not, av cst cs pn31 vmd vbi vvn cst dt n1 vmbx av-jn vdb d pp-f r-crq po31 n1 n2 cs pn31 vbb j cc xx, (3) text (DIV1) 71 Page 36
522 yet a Man may, and in some cases is bound to do that which is not unlawful, yet a Man may, and in Some cases is bound to do that which is not unlawful, av dt n1 vmb, cc p-acp d n2 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz xx j, (3) text (DIV1) 71 Page 36
523 though upon some other Accounts he scruples the doing of it. 2. If the Question be about things wherein we are left wholly to our selves, though upon Some other Accounts he scruples the doing of it. 2. If the Question be about things wherein we Are left wholly to our selves, cs p-acp d j-jn n2 pns31 n2 dt vdg pp-f pn31. crd cs dt n1 vbb p-acp n2 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn av-jn pc-acp po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 71 Page 36
524 and at liberty, having no very weighty Reason for the doing of them, then it may be the safest way to forbear all such things we scruple at. and At liberty, having no very weighty Reason for the doing of them, then it may be the Safest Way to forbear all such things we scruple At. cc p-acp n1, vhg dx j j n1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f pno32, cs pn31 vmb vbi dt js n1 pc-acp vvi d d n2 pns12 n1 p-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 36
525 Of such cases the Apostle speaks in the fore-mentioned Places, of eating or not eating some Meats; Of such cases the Apostle speaks in the forementioned Places, of eating or not eating Some Meats; pp-f d n2 dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n2, pp-f vvg cc xx vvg d n2; (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 36
526 neither of them was required by any law. Eating was no instance of Duty, or was it any ways forbid: neither of them was required by any law. Eating was no instance of Duty, or was it any ways forbid: av-dx pp-f pno32 vbds vvn p-acp d n1. vvg vbds av-dx n1 pp-f n1, cc vbds pn31 d n2 vvb: (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 36
527 where to do or not to do is perfectly at our own choice; where to do or not to do is perfectly At our own choice; c-crq pc-acp vdi cc xx pc-acp vdi vbz av-j p-acp po12 d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 36
528 it is best for a Man to forbear doing that of which he hath some suspicion, it is best for a Man to forbear doing that of which he hath Some suspicion, pn31 vbz js p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi vdg cst pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 36
529 tho he be not sure that it is sinful. As suppose a man have Scruples in his Mind about playing at Cards and Dice, though he be not sure that it is sinful. As suppose a man have Scruples in his Mind about playing At Cards and Dice, cs pns31 vbb xx j cst pn31 vbz j. p-acp vvb dt n1 vhi n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 36
530 or going to see Stage-Plays, or puting out his Money to Usury, because there is no great Reason or Necessity for any of these things, or going to see Stageplays, or putting out his Money to Usury, Because there is no great Reason or Necessity for any of these things, cc vvg pc-acp vvi j, cc vvg av po31 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx j n1 cc n1 p-acp d pp-f d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 36
531 and to be sure they may be innocently forborn without any Detriment to our selves or others; and to be sure they may be innocently forborn without any Detriment to our selves or Others; cc pc-acp vbi j pns32 vmb vbi av-jn vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2-jn; (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 36
532 though we do not judge them absolutely sinful, yet it is safest for him who cannot satisfie himielf concerning the Goodness and Fitness of them, wholly to deny himself the use of them. though we do not judge them absolutely sinful, yet it is Safest for him who cannot satisfy himielf Concerning the goodness and Fitness of them, wholly to deny himself the use of them. cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pno32 av-j j, av pn31 vbz js p-acp pno31 r-crq vmbx vvi n1 vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, av-jn pc-acp vvi px31 dt n1 pp-f pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 36
533 But in these two cases it is most for the quiet of our Consciences, to act against or notwithstanding our Fears and Scruples, But in these two cases it is most for the quiet of our Consciences, to act against or notwithstanding our Fears and Scruples, p-acp p-acp d crd n2 pn31 vbz av-ds p-acp dt n-jn pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp cc p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 36
534 when either our Superiours, to whom we owe Obedience, have interposed their Commands, or when by it we prevent some great Evil or Mischief. when either our Superiors, to whom we owe obedience, have interposed their Commands, or when by it we prevent Some great Evil or Mischief. c-crq d po12 n2-jn, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb n1, vhb vvn po32 vvz, cc c-crq p-acp pn31 pns12 vvi d j n-jn cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 36
535 1. When our Superiours, other Civil or Ecclesiastical, whom by the Will of God we are bound to obey in all lawful things, have interposed their Commands, our Scruples will not excuse or justifie our Disobedience. 1. When our Superiors, other Civil or Ecclesiastical, whom by the Will of God we Are bound to obey in all lawful things, have interposed their Commands, our Scruples will not excuse or justify our Disobedience. crd c-crq po12 n2-jn, n-jn j cc j, ro-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2, vhb vvn po32 vvz, po12 n2 vmb xx vvi cc vvi po12 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 73 Page 36
536 If indeed we judge what is commanded to be absolutely unlawful, tho it be a false erroneous Judgment, If indeed we judge what is commanded to be absolutely unlawful, though it be a false erroneous Judgement, cs av pns12 vvb r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi av-j j, cs pn31 vbb dt j j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 73 Page 37
537 yet whilst we are under such persuasion we are by no means to do it upon any Inducement whatever. yet while we Are under such persuasion we Are by no means to do it upon any Inducement whatever. av cs pns12 vbr p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr p-acp dx n2 pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp d n1 r-crq. (3) text (DIV1) 73 Page 37
538 If I only doubt of the lawfulness of any particular Action, and it be an instance wherein I am at liberty, I am still bound not to do it. If I only doubt of the lawfulness of any particular Actium, and it be an instance wherein I am At liberty, I am still bound not to do it. cs pns11 av-j vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1, cc pn31 vbi dt n1 c-crq pns11 vbm p-acp n1, pns11 vbm av vvn xx pc-acp vdi pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 74 Page 37
539 For, Whatsoever is not of Faith is Sin. I am certainly innocent when I forbear; For, Whatsoever is not of Faith is Sin. I am Certainly innocent when I forbear; p-acp, r-crq vbz xx pp-f n1 vbz np1 pns11 vbm av-j j-jn c-crq pns11 vvb; (3) text (DIV1) 74 Page 37
540 I may commit a Sin, if I do it, Wisdom would therefore, that the safer part be chosen. I may commit a since, if I do it, Wisdom would Therefore, that the safer part be chosen. pns11 vmb vvi dt n1, cs pns11 vdb pn31, n1 vmd av, cst dt jc n1 vbi vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 74 Page 37
541 But now if I am by the command of my Superiours obliged to it, my choice is then determined, it then becomes my Duty, But now if I am by the command of my Superiors obliged to it, my choice is then determined, it then becomes my Duty, p-acp av cs pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n2-jn vvn p-acp pn31, po11 n1 vbz av vvn, pn31 av vvz po11 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 74 Page 37
542 and it can never be safe or advisable to neglect a plain Duty for an uncertain Offence. and it can never be safe or advisable to neglect a plain Duty for an uncertain Offence. cc pn31 vmb av-x vbi j cc j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 74 Page 37
543 Thus most and best Casuists do determine about a doubtful Conscience, particularly the forenamed reverend Bishop, in the same Sermon, Whatsoever is commanded us by those whom God hath set over us, either in Church, Commonwealth, Thus most and best Casuists do determine about a doubtful Conscience, particularly the forenamed reverend Bishop, in the same Sermon, Whatsoever is commanded us by those whom God hath Set over us, either in Church, Commonwealth, av ds cc js n2 vdb vvi p-acp dt j n1, av-j dt j-vvn j-jn n1, p-acp dt d n1, r-crq vbz vvn pno12 p-acp d r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, av-d p-acp n1, n1, (3) text (DIV1) 74 Page 37
544 or Family (quod tamen non sit certum displicere Deo, saith St. Bernard) which is not evidently contrary to the Law and Will of God, ought to be of us received and obeyed no otherwise than as if God himself had commanded it, or Family (quod tamen non sit certum displicere God, Says Saint Bernard) which is not evidently contrary to the Law and Will of God, ought to be of us received and obeyed no otherwise than as if God himself had commanded it, cc n1 (fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvz n1 np1) r-crq vbz xx av-j j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pi pc-acp vbi pp-f pno12 vvn cc vvd dx av av c-acp cs np1 px31 vhd vvn pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 74 Page 37
545 because God himself hath commanded us to obey the Higher Powers and to submit our selves to their Ordinances. Because God himself hath commanded us to obey the Higher Powers and to submit our selves to their Ordinances. c-acp np1 px31 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi dt jc n2 cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po32 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 74 Page 37
546 But now this is more plain concerning Fears and Scruples only about the conveniency and expediency of things, these ought all to be despised when they come in Competition with the Duty of Obedience. But now this is more plain Concerning Fears and Scruples only about the conveniency and expediency of things, these ought all to be despised when they come in Competition with the Duty of obedience. cc-acp av d vbz av-dc j vvg n2 cc n2 av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, d vmd d pc-acp vbi vvn c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 75 Page 37
547 Would men but think themselves in Conscience bound to pay the same Duty and respect to the Judgment and Authority of Magistrates and Governours, Would men but think themselves in Conscience bound to pay the same Duty and respect to the Judgement and authority of Magistrates and Governors, vmd n2 p-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1 vvn pc-acp vvi dt d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 75 Page 37
548 whether in Church or State, as they do expect their Servants and Children should to themselves, they would soon see the reasonableness of such submission. whither in Church or State, as they do expect their Servants and Children should to themselves, they would soon see the reasonableness of such submission. cs p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp pns32 vdb vvi po32 n2 cc n2 vmd p-acp px32, pns32 vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 75 Page 37
549 For all Government and Subjection would be very precarious and arbitrary, if every one that did not approve of a Law or was not fully satisfied about the reasonableness of it was thereby exempted from all Obligations to obey it. For all Government and Subjection would be very precarious and arbitrary, if every one that did not approve of a Law or was not Fully satisfied about the reasonableness of it was thereby exempted from all Obligations to obey it. p-acp d n1 cc n1 vmd vbi av j cc j-jn, cs d pi cst vdd xx vvi pp-f dt n1 cc vbds xx av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbds av vvn p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 75 Page 38
550 This is to give the Supreme Authority to the most humoursom or perverse sort of Christians: This is to give the Supreme authority to the most humoursome or perverse sort of Christians: d vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f np1: (3) text (DIV1) 75 Page 38
551 for according to this principle, no publick Laws and Constitutions can be valid and binding, unless every scrupulous, tho a very ignorant Conscience, consent to them. for according to this principle, no public Laws and Constitutions can be valid and binding, unless every scrupulous, though a very ignorant Conscience, consent to them. p-acp vvg p-acp d n1, dx j n2 cc n2 vmb vbi j cc vvg, cs d j, cs dt j j n1, vvb p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 75 Page 38
552 2. We are not to mind or stand upon our Scruples, when they probably occasion a great evil, a general mischief. 2. We Are not to mind or stand upon our Scruples, when they probably occasion a great evil, a general mischief. crd pns12 vbr xx p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp po12 n2, c-crq pns32 av-j vvi dt j n-jn, dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 38
553 They are not fit to be put in the balance with the Peace of the Church and Unity of Christians. They Are not fit to be put in the balance with the Peace of the Church and Unity of Christians. pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 38
554 Suppose for once that our publick way of Worship is not the best that can be divised, that many things might be amended in our Liturgy, that we could invent a more agreeable Establishment than this present is (which yet no man in the World can ever tell, Suppose for once that our public Way of Worship is not the best that can be devised, that many things might be amended in our Liturgy, that we could invent a more agreeable Establishment than this present is (which yet no man in the World can ever tell, vvb p-acp a-acp cst po12 j n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx dt js cst vmb vbi vvn, cst d n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi dt av-dc j n1 cs d n1 vbz (r-crq av dx n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb av vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 38
555 for we cannot know all the inconveniences of any Alteration, till it comes to be tryed) yet granting all this, it cannot be thought so intolerable an Evil as contempt of Gods Solemn Worship, dividing into Sects and Parties, living in Debate, Contention, and Separation from one another. for we cannot know all the inconveniences of any Alteration, till it comes to be tried) yet granting all this, it cannot be Thought so intolerable an Evil as contempt of God's Solemn Worship, dividing into Sects and Parties, living in Debate, Contention, and Separation from one Another. c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi d dt n2 pp-f d n1, c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn) av vvg d d, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn av j dt n-jn c-acp n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, vvg p-acp n2 cc n2, vvg p-acp n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp crd j-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 38
556 If there be some Rites and Customs amongst us not wisely chosen or determined, some Ceremonies against which just Exceptions may be made, If there be Some Rites and Customs among us not wisely chosen or determined, Some Ceremonies against which just Exceptions may be made, cs pc-acp vbb d n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12 xx av-j vvn cc vvn, d n2 p-acp r-crq j n2 vmb vbi vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 38
557 yet to forsake the Communion of such a true Church of Jesus Christ, and set up a distinct Altar in opposition to it, to combine and associate into separate Congregations, is (as it is somewhere expressed) like knocking a man on the head because his Teeth are rotten, or his Nails too long. yet to forsake the Communion of such a true Church of jesus christ, and Set up a distinct Altar in opposition to it, to combine and associate into separate Congregations, is (as it is somewhere expressed) like knocking a man on the head Because his Teeth Are rotten, or his Nails too long. av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1, cc vvd a-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp j n2, vbz (c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn) av-j vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp po31 n2 vbr vvn, cc po31 n2 av av-j. (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 38
558 How much more agreeable is it to the Christian Temper, to be willing to sacrifice all such Doubts and Scruples to the Interests of publick Order and divine Charity; How much more agreeable is it to the Christian Temper, to be willing to sacrifice all such Doubts and Scruples to the Interests of public Order and divine Charity; c-crq av-d av-dc j vbz pn31 p-acp dt njp vvi, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi d d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc j-jn n1; (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 38
559 for better surely it is to serve God in a defective imperfect manner, to bear with many Disorders and Faults, for better surely it is to serve God in a defective imperfect manner, to bear with many Disorders and Faults, p-acp j av-j pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt j j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 38
560 than to break the Bond of Peace and brotherly Communion. than to break the Bound of Peace and brotherly Communion. cs pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 38
561 For this we have the example of our Blessed Lord and Saviour, who lived and died in Communion with a Church where there were far greater Corruptions both as to Persons and Practises, For this we have the Exampl of our Blessed Lord and Saviour, who lived and died in Communion with a Church where there were Far greater Corruptions both as to Persons and Practises, p-acp d pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1 cc n1, r-crq vvd cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vbdr av-j jc n2 d c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 39
562 than can be pretended to be in ours at this day; yet though he was the great Reformer of mankind, he forsook not the Jewish Church, than can be pretended to be in ours At this day; yet though he was the great Reformer of mankind, he forsook not the Jewish Church, cs vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp png12 p-acp d n1; av cs pns31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd xx dt jp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 39
563 but assembled with them in their Publick Synagogues, which answer to our Parish-Churches, preached in the Temple tho they had made it a Den of Thieves, observed their Festivals, but assembled with them in their Public Synagogues, which answer to our Parish-churches, preached in the Temple though they had made it a Den of Thieves, observed their Festivals, cc-acp vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp po12 n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 cs pns32 vhd vvn pn31 dt n1 pp-f n2, vvd po32 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 39
564 tho some of them of humane Institution, nay commanded his Disciples to continue to hear the Scribes and Pharisees, tho they were a most vile and wretched Generation of Men. though Some of them of humane Institution, nay commanded his Disciples to continue to hear the Scribes and Pharisees, though they were a most vile and wretched Generation of Men. cs d pp-f pno32 pp-f j n1, uh-x vvd po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc np1, cs pns32 vbdr dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f n2. (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 39
565 Great were the Pollutions and Misdemeanours in the Churches of Rome, Corinth, Galatia, yet no one Member of them is ever commanded to come out or separate from those Churches to joyn in a purer Congregation or to avoid mixt Communions, or for better Edification. Great were the Pollutions and Misdemeanours in the Churches of Room, Corinth, Galatia, yet no one Member of them is ever commanded to come out or separate from those Churches to join in a Purer Congregation or to avoid mixed Communions, or for better Edification. j vbdr dt n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvi, np1, np1, av dx pi n1 pp-f pno32 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi av cc vvi p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt jc n1 cc pc-acp vvi vvn n2, cc p-acp jc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 39
566 For men to be drunk at the Sacrament was certainly a worse Fault than to kneel at it, For men to be drunk At the Sacrament was Certainly a Worse Fault than to kneel At it, p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 vbds av-j dt jc n1 cs pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 39
567 or for a wicked Man to intrude himself; or for a wicked Man to intrude himself; cc p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi px31; (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 39
568 yet the Apostle doth not advise any to withdraw from that Church, but only every one to examine himself. yet the Apostle does not Advice any to withdraw from that Church, but only every one to examine himself. av dt n1 vdz xx vvi d pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cc-acp av-j d pi pc-acp vvi px31. (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 39
569 We ought to do all that we can do without sining, submit to an hundred things which are against our Mind or we had rather let alone, We ought to do all that we can do without sinning, submit to an hundred things which Are against our Mind or we had rather let alone, pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi d cst pns12 vmb vdi p-acp vvg, vvb p-acp dt crd n2 r-crq vbr p-acp po12 n1 cc pns12 vhd av-c vvb av-j, (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 39
570 for the sake of Peace and Unity, so desirable in it self, so necessary for the Glory of God, the Honour of Religion, for the sake of Peace and Unity, so desirable in it self, so necessary for the Glory of God, the Honour of Religion, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av j p-acp pn31 n1, av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 39
571 for our common Interest and Safety, for the Preservation of what I may, without Vanity, call the best Church in the World. for our Common Interest and Safety, for the Preservation of what I may, without Vanity, call the best Church in the World. p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb, p-acp n1, vvb dt js n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 77 Page 39
572 I cannot stand now to tell you, how earnestly this Duty of maintaining Unity amongst Christians is pressed in the New Testament; I cannot stand now to tell you, how earnestly this Duty of maintaining Unity among Christians is pressed in the New Testament; pns11 vmbx vvi av pc-acp vvi pn22, c-crq av-j d n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1; (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 39
573 how concerned our Blessed Master was, that all his Disciples should agree together and live as Bretren; how concerned our Blessed Master was, that all his Disciples should agree together and live as Bretren; q-crq vvd po12 j-vvn n1 vbds, cst d po31 n2 vmd vvi av cc vvi p-acp n2; (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 39
574 how severely the Holy Apostles chid and rebuked those that caused Divisions and Strife amongst Christians, reckoning Schism and Contention amongst the most heinous and dangerous Sins. how severely the Holy Apostles Child and rebuked those that caused Divisions and Strife among Christians, reckoning Schism and Contention among the most heinous and dangerous Sins. c-crq av-j dt j n2 vvn cc vvd d cst vvd n2 cc n1 p-acp np1, vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 40
575 It should make both the Ears (one would think) of some amongst us to tingle, It should make both the Ears (one would think) of Some among us to tingle, pn31 vmd vvi d dt n2 (crd vmd vvi) pp-f d p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 40
576 but to hear what Sense the Primitive Christians had of the sinfulness of separating from and breaking the Communion of Christians, but to hear what Sense the Primitive Christians had of the sinfulness of separating from and breaking the Communion of Christians, cc-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 dt j np1 vhd pp-f dt n1 pp-f n-vvg p-acp cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 40
577 nay, what the old Non-conformists here in England have said of it, yet remaining in Print, charging the People to be as tender of Church-Division as they were of Drunkenness, Whoredom, or any other enormous Crime. nay, what the old nonconformists Here in England have said of it, yet remaining in Print, charging the People to be as tender of Church-division as they were of drunkenness, Whoredom, or any other enormous Crime. uh-x, q-crq dt j j av p-acp np1 vhb vvn pp-f pn31, av vvg p-acp n1, vvg dt n1 pc-acp vbi a-acp j pp-f n1 c-acp pns32 vbdr pp-f n1, n1, cc d j-jn j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 40
578 And did Men know and consider the evil of Schism, they would not be so ready upon every slight occasion to split upon that Rock. And did Men know and Consider the evil of Schism, they would not be so ready upon every slight occasion to split upon that Rock. cc vdd n2 vvi cc vvi dt n-jn pp-f n1, pns32 vmd xx vbi av j p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 40
579 Let us therefore divert our Fears and Scruples upon greater Sins. It is far more certain that causless Separation from the Communion of Christians is sinful, Let us Therefore divert our Fears and Scruples upon greater Sins. It is Far more certain that causeless Separation from the Communion of Christians is sinful, vvb pno12 av vvi po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp jc n2. pn31 vbz av-j av-dc j cst j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 40
580 than that kneeling at the Sacrament, or praying by a Book is such. than that kneeling At the Sacrament, or praying by a Book is such. cs cst vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 vbz d. (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 40
581 Why then have Men such invincible Scruples about one, and none at all about the other? They run headlong into the Separate Assemblies, which surely are more like to Schismatical Conventicles than any thing in our Church is to Idolatry. Why then have Men such invincible Scruples about one, and none At all about the other? They run headlong into the Separate Assemblies, which surely Are more like to Schismatical Conventicles than any thing in our Church is to Idolatry. uh-crq av vhb n2 d j n2 p-acp crd, cc pix p-acp d p-acp dt j-jn? pns32 vvb av-j p-acp dt j n2, r-crq av-j vbr av-dc j p-acp j n2 cs d n1 p-acp po12 n1 vbz p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 40
582 Let Men be as scrupulous and fearful of offending against the Christian Laws of Subjection, Peaceableness, Let Men be as scrupulous and fearful of offending against the Christian Laws of Subjection, Peaceableness, vvb n2 vbb a-acp j cc j pp-f vvg p-acp dt njp n2 pp-f n1, n1, (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 40
583 and Charity, as they are of worshipping God after an impure manner, and this alone will contribute much to the making up those Breaches which threaten sudden Ruine to our Church and Nation. and Charity, as they Are of worshipping God After an impure manner, and this alone will contribute much to the making up those Breaches which threaten sudden Ruin to our Church and nation. cc n1, c-acp pns32 vbr pp-f vvg np1 p-acp dt j n1, cc d av-j vmb vvi av-d p-acp dt vvg a-acp d n2 r-crq vvb j n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 40
584 I only add here, that in all that I have now said I am not conscious to my self, that I have used any Argument or affirmed any thing, I only add Here, that in all that I have now said I am not conscious to my self, that I have used any Argument or affirmed any thing, pns11 av-j vvb av, cst p-acp d cst pns11 vhb av vvd pns11 vbm xx j p-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vhb vvn d n1 cc vvd d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 40
585 but what many of those very Ministers, who now dissent from us, did teach, and maintain, but what many of those very Ministers, who now dissent from us, did teach, and maintain, cc-acp q-crq d pp-f d j n2, r-crq av vvb p-acp pno12, vdd vvi, cc vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 40
586 and print too, against the Independents and other Sectaries that divided from them when they preached in the Parish-Churches. and print too, against the Independents and other Sectaries that divided from them when they preached in the Parish-churches. cc vvi av, p-acp dt n2-jn cc j-jn n2 cst vvd p-acp pno32 c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n2. (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 40
587 And if this was good Doctrine against those who separated upon the account of Corruptions, And if this was good Doctrine against those who separated upon the account of Corruptions, cc cs d vbds j n1 p-acp d r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 41
588 for purer Ordinances in those days, I see not why it is not as good against themselves, for Purer Ordinances in those days, I see not why it is not as good against themselves, p-acp jc n2 p-acp d n2, pns11 vvb xx c-crq pn31 vbz xx p-acp j p-acp px32, (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 41
589 when upon the very same Pretences and no other they divide from us now. when upon the very same Pretences and no other they divide from us now. c-crq p-acp dt j d n2 cc dx n-jn pns32 vvb p-acp pno12 av. (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 41
590 The Lord grant that we may all come at last to be of one Mind, to live in Peace and Ʋnity, The Lord grant that we may all come At last to be of one Mind, to live in Peace and Ʋnity, dt n1 vvb cst pns12 vmb d vvi p-acp ord pc-acp vbi pp-f crd n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 41
591 and then the God of Love and Peace shall be with us. FINIS. and then the God of Love and Peace shall be with us. FINIS. cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno12. fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 41

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