A sermon preached at St. Lawrence-Jury, London, upon the 9th of September being the day of thanksgiving for the deliverance of the King & kingdom from the late treasonable conspiracy / by Benjamin Calamy ...

Calamy, Benjamin, 1642-1686
Publisher: Printed by R E for W Kettilby
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1683
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A31832 ESTC ID: R5418 STC ID: C217
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 Ecclesiastes X. 20. Curse not the King, no not in thy thought; and curse not the rich in thy bed-chamber; Ecclesiastes X. 20. Curse not the King, no not in thy Thought; and curse not the rich in thy bedchamber; vvz fw-la crd n1 xx dt n1, uh-dx xx p-acp po21 n1; cc vvb xx dt j p-acp po21 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 0 Image 4
1 for a bird of the air shall carry the voice, and that which hath wings shall tell the matter. for a bird of the air shall carry the voice, and that which hath wings shall tell the matter. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, cc cst r-crq vhz n2 vmb vvi dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 0 Image 4
2 THE original word, which is here translated Curse, is variously rendred by Interpreters; THE original word, which is Here translated Curse, is variously rendered by Interpreters; dt j-jn n1, r-crq vbz av vvn vvb, vbz av-j vvn p-acp n2; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
3 but the easiest sense seems to be this, That we are here forbid, tho' never so secretly and closely, speaking any evil of, but the Easiest sense seems to be this, That we Are Here forbid, though never so secretly and closely, speaking any evil of, cc-acp dt js n1 vvz pc-acp vbi d, cst pns12 vbr av vvn, cs av-x av av-jn cc av-j, vvg d n-jn pp-f, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
4 or designing any evil against our Soveraign, upon any pretence or occasion whatever. Curse not the King, no not in thy thought; or designing any evil against our Sovereign, upon any pretence or occasion whatever. Curse not the King, no not in thy Thought; cc vvg d n-jn p-acp po12 n-jn, p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq. vvb xx dt n1, uh-dx xx p-acp po21 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
5 we must not so much as wish any Mischief or Harm to him; we must not so much as wish any Mischief or Harm to him; pns12 vmb xx av av-d c-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
6 and curse not the rich, &c. By the rich Grotius understands virum summatem, a Person in Chief Dignity and Power, whom God hath set in Authority over us; and curse not the rich, etc. By the rich Grotius understands virum summatem, a Person in Chief Dignity and Power, whom God hath Set in authority over us; cc vvb xx dt j, av p-acp dt j np1 vvz fw-la fw-la, dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno12; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
7 and so these latter words are either only a repetition of the former, to give the greater force and emphasis to them, and so these latter words Are either only a repetition of the former, to give the greater force and emphasis to them, cc av d d n2 vbr av-d av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j, pc-acp vvi dt jc vvi cc n1 p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
8 or else by the rich may be meant subordinate Magistrates and Ministers of State, sent and deputed by the King, who is Supreme, to whom all internal Reverence and Honour ought to be paid, or Else by the rich may be meant subordinate Magistrates and Ministers of State, sent and deputed by the King, who is Supreme, to whom all internal reverence and Honour ought to be paid, cc av p-acp dt j vmb vbi vvn j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j, p-acp ro-crq d j n1 cc n1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
9 as well as outward Subjection and Obedience; (to express the sense in words ordinarily used amongst us) we must not Compass, Imagine, Desire, as well as outward Subjection and obedience; (to express the sense in words ordinarily used among us) we must not Compass, Imagine, Desire, c-acp av c-acp j n1 cc n1; (p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n2 av-jn vvn p-acp pno12) pns12 vmb xx vvi, vvb, vvb, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
10 or Contrive any thing that tends to the Dammage and Prejudice either of our Soveraign Lord the King, or Contrive any thing that tends to the Damage and Prejudice either of our Sovereign Lord the King, cc vvi d n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av-d pp-f po12 j-jn n1 dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
11 or of any that are Commissionated or Authorised by him. Curse them not in thy Bed-chamber; or of any that Are Commissionated or Authorised by him. Curse them not in thy Bedchamber; cc pp-f d cst vbr j-vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31. vvb pno32 xx p-acp po21 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
12 that is, tho' we seek the darkest Retirements, the most private Corners, however cautious we are that there be no Witnesses present, who may bear testimony against us, that is, though we seek the Darkest Retirements, the most private Corners, however cautious we Are that there be no Witnesses present, who may bear testimony against us, cst vbz, cs pns12 vvb dt js n2, dt av-ds j n2, c-acp j pns12 vbr d a-acp vbb dx n2 j, r-crq vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
13 so that we think our selves secure from all possibility of Discovery, yet a bird of the air shall carry the voice, so that we think our selves secure from all possibility of Discovery, yet a bird of the air shall carry the voice, av cst pns12 vvb po12 n2 vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
14 and that which hath wings shall tell the matter. and that which hath wings shall tell the matter. cc cst r-crq vhz n2 vmb vvi dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
15 Which words signifie, that God by his Wonderful Providence, some way or other, by Means we never thought of shall bring about, that all these evil Speeches, and clandestine Designs against his Vicegerent shall be revealed, to the utter Confusion of all those that are engaged in them. Which words signify, that God by his Wondered Providence, Some Way or other, by Means we never Thought of shall bring about, that all these evil Speeches, and clandestine Designs against his Vicegerent shall be revealed, to the utter Confusion of all those that Are engaged in them. r-crq n2 vvb, cst np1 p-acp po31 j n1, d n1 cc n-jn, p-acp n2 pns12 av-x vvd pp-f vmb vvi a-acp, cst d d j-jn n2, cc j n2 p-acp po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Image 4
16 Thus these words do not only contain a Prohibition of any secret Plots and Conspiracies against our Governours, Thus these words do not only contain a Prohibition of any secret Plots and Conspiracies against our Governors, av d n2 vdb xx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Image 4
17 but propound also a weighty Argument to discourage men from any such wicked Undertakings: but propound also a weighty Argument to discourage men from any such wicked Undertakings: cc-acp vvi av dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d d j n2-vvg: (3) text (DIV1) 2 Image 4
18 Because, let them be carried on never so cunningly and closely, yet they shall be as suddenly and surely discovered, Because, let them be carried on never so cunningly and closely, yet they shall be as suddenly and surely discovered, c-acp, vvb pno32 vbi vvn p-acp av-x av av-jn cc av-j, av pns32 vmb vbi c-acp av-j cc av-j vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Image 4
19 as if the Birds of the air had listned to all their Whispers, had overheard all their Discourse in their secret Cabals, as if the Birds of the air had listened to all their Whispers, had overheard all their Discourse in their secret Cabals, c-acp cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhd vvd p-acp d po32 vvz, vhd vvn d po32 n1 p-acp po32 j-jn n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Image 4
20 and immediately flown away with the news, and given in Evidence against them. and immediately flown away with the news, and given in Evidence against them. cc av-j vvn av p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Image 4
21 An expression like to this we may find in the Prophet Habakkuk 2. 11. where it is said that the stone should cry out of the wall, an expression like to this we may find in the Prophet Habakkuk 2. 11. where it is said that the stone should cry out of the wall, dt n1 av-j p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 crd crd c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cst dt n1 vmd vvi av pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 4
22 and the beam out of the timber should answer it. and the beam out of the timber should answer it. cc dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 4
23 What is whispered in a corner, what is hatched in darkness, yet by unlikely Means, by unthought of Accidents, which by the greatest subtlety and caution could not be provided against, shall be disclosed and brought to light; What is whispered in a corner, what is hatched in darkness, yet by unlikely Means, by unthought of Accidents, which by the greatest subtlety and caution could not be provided against, shall be disclosed and brought to Light; q-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, av p-acp j n2, p-acp j pp-f n2, r-crq p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp, vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 4
24 the Divine Providence being peculiarly concerned for the Defence and Protection of Soveraign Kings and Princes, the Divine Providence being peculiarly concerned for the Defence and Protection of Sovereign Kings and Princes, dt j-jn n1 vbg av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 4
25 and in an especial manner watching over them, as the choicest Object of its Care. and in an especial manner watching over them, as the Choicest Object of its Care. cc p-acp dt j n1 vvg p-acp pno32, c-acp dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Image 4
26 Now that it is thus, that God Almighty is more particularly engaged for the safety of Kings and Supreme Governours, Now that it is thus, that God Almighty is more particularly engaged for the safety of Kings and Supreme Governors, av cst pn31 vbz av, cst np1 np1 vbz av-dc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 4 Image 4
27 so as wonderfully to appear for their Deliverance from the treacherous Conspiracies of Ungodly Men, we have both good Reason upon which to believe it, so as wonderfully to appear for their Deliverance from the treacherous Conspiracies of Ungodly Men, we have both good Reason upon which to believe it, av c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2, pns12 vhb d j n1 p-acp r-crq pc-acp vvi pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 4 Image 4
28 and the Experience of all Ages doth abundantly confirm it. and the Experience of all Ages does abundantly confirm it. cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 vdz av-j vvi pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 4 Image 4
29 We have good Reason upon which to believe it, and that upon these two plain accounts. I. We have good Reason upon which to believe it, and that upon these two plain accounts. I. pns12 vhb j n1 p-acp r-crq pc-acp vvi pn31, cc cst p-acp d crd j n2. pns11. (3) text (DIV1) 5 Image 4
30 Because Soveraign Kings and Princes are God's Deputies and Vicegerents, set up by himself, and they derive their Power and Authority from him alone. Because Sovereign Kings and Princes Are God's Deputies and Vicegerents, Set up by himself, and they derive their Power and authority from him alone. p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2 vbr npg1 n2 cc n2, vvn a-acp p-acp px31, cc pns32 vvb po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 av-j. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Image 4
31 God Almighty, the Maker of us all, is the only Absolute Lord and Uncontrolable Soveraign of Men and Angels. God Almighty, the Maker of us all, is the only Absolute Lord and Uncontrollable Sovereign of Men and Angels. np1 j-jn, dt n1 pp-f pno12 d, vbz dt j j n1 cc j n-jn pp-f n2 cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Image 4
32 Part of his own Power and Authority which he hath over his Creatures, he hath delegated and committed to Kings and Princes, who are the most principal Instruments and Ministers of his Providence in the World. Part of his own Power and authority which he hath over his Creatures, he hath delegated and committed to Kings and Princes, who Are the most principal Instruments and Ministers of his Providence in the World. n1 pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vhz j-vvn cc vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr dt av-ds j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Image 4
33 Hence are they called Gods, and Children of the Most High, Psal. 82. 6. God hath invested them with some part of his own Majesty, stamped his own Character upon them, Hence Are they called God's, and Children of the Most High, Psalm 82. 6. God hath invested them with Some part of his own Majesty, stamped his own Character upon them, av vbr pns32 vvn n2, cc n2 pp-f dt av-ds j, np1 crd crd np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 d n1, vvd po31 d n1 p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 6 Image 4
34 and appointed them in his place to perform and administer even some part of his own Divine Office, and appointed them in his place to perform and administer even Some part of his own Divine Office, cc vvd pno32 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av d n1 pp-f po31 d j-jn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 6 Image 4
35 if I may so speak, amongst men: if I may so speak, among men: cs pns11 vmb av vvi, p-acp n2: (3) text (DIV1) 6 Image 4
36 Thus constituting them Earthly Gods, as to their Persons sacred, and as to their Actions accountable to none, but that supereminent Divine Authority that gave them Commission. Thus constituting them Earthly God's, as to their Persons sacred, and as to their Actions accountable to none, but that supereminent Divine authority that gave them Commission. av vvg pno32 j n2, c-acp p-acp po32 n2 j, cc c-acp p-acp po32 n2 j p-acp pix, p-acp cst j j-jn n1 cst vvd pno32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Image 4
37 This is not any new-coined Divinity, invented in favour of Arbitrary Power by Court Parasites, and needy Flatterers, who seek Preferment; (as the Enemies of our flourishing Monarchy have sometimes represented it;) but it is expresly delivered in the Holy Scriptures, was professedly owned and taught by the Primitive Christians, and hath been the constant Doctrine of the Reformed Church of England: Nay, it is agreeable to the general sense of Mankind, This is not any new-coined Divinity, invented in favour of Arbitrary Power by Court Parasites, and needy Flatterers, who seek Preferment; (as the Enemies of our flourishing Monarchy have sometime represented it;) but it is expressly Delivered in the Holy Scriptures, was professedly owned and taught by the Primitive Christians, and hath been the constant Doctrine of the Reformed Church of England: Nay, it is agreeable to the general sense of Mankind, d vbz xx d j n1, vvn p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp vvb n2, cc j n2, r-crq vvb n1; (c-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 j-vvg n1 vhb av vvn pn31;) cc-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n2, vbds av-vvn j-vvn cc vvd p-acp dt j np1, cc vhz vbn dt j n1 pp-f dt vvn n1 pp-f np1: uh, pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Image 4
38 and might be made out by rational Evidence, if we had no other Confirmation of it. and might be made out by rational Evidence, if we had no other Confirmation of it. cc vmd vbi vvn av p-acp j n1, cs pns12 vhd dx j-jn n1 pp-f pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Image 4
39 That Supreme Governours have their Power and Authority from God alone, is expresly delivered in Scripture; That Supreme Governors have their Power and authority from God alone, is expressly Delivered in Scripture; cst j n2 vhb po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 av-j, vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 4
40 and that not only of the Kings of Israel, who were evidently established by God's Appointment, and that not only of the Kings of Israel, who were evidently established by God's Appointment, cc cst xx av-j pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vbdr av-j vvn p-acp npg1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 4
41 but in general we are told, Prov. 8. 15, 16. By me Kings reign, and Princes decree justice. but in general we Are told, Curae 8. 15, 16. By me Kings Reign, and Princes Decree Justice. cc-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp pno11 np1 vvi, cc ng1 n1 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 4
42 By me Princes rule, and Nobles, even all the Judges of the earth. By me Princes Rule, and Nobles, even all the Judges of the earth. p-acp pno11 n2 vvi, cc n2-j, av d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 4
43 Thus Cyrus an Heathen Emperour is called God's Anointed, Isa. 45. 1. Thus saith the Lord to his anointed, to Cyrus; Thus Cyrus an Heathen Emperor is called God's Anointed, Isaiah 45. 1. Thus Says the Lord to his anointed, to Cyrus; av np1 dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn npg1 vvn, np1 crd crd av vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn, p-acp np1; (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 4
44 and in the last Verse of the preceeding Chapter he is called God's Shepherd: (Princes being often, by reason of the resemblance between the Pastoral Office and Government, called Shepherds) I have made the earth, saith God by the Prophet Jeremiah 27. 5, 6. and have given it to whom it seemed meet unto me, and in the last Verse of the preceding Chapter he is called God's Shepherd: (Princes being often, by reason of the resemblance between the Pastoral Office and Government, called Shepherd's) I have made the earth, Says God by the Prophet Jeremiah 27. 5, 6. and have given it to whom it seemed meet unto me, cc p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pns31 vbz vvn npg1 n1: (ng1 vbg av, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn n1 cc n1, vvd n2) pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 np1 crd crd, crd cc vhb vvn pn31 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvd vvi p-acp pno11, (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 4
45 and now have I given all these lands into the hand of Nebuchadnezzar the King of Babylon my Servant. and now have I given all these Lands into the hand of Nebuchadnezzar the King of Babylon my Servant. cc av vhb pns11 vvn d d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 po11 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 4
46 Thus Daniel declares that the most high ruleth in the Kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will. Thus daniel declares that the most high Ruleth in the Kingdom of men, and gives it to whomsoever he will. av np1 vvz cst dt av-ds j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvz pn31 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 4
47 And he tells Nebuchadnezzar, cap. 2. 37. that it was the God of Heaven that had given him a Kingdom, power, and strength, and glory. And he tells Nebuchadnezzar, cap. 2. 37. that it was the God of Heaven that had given him a Kingdom, power, and strength, and glory. cc pns31 vvz np1, n1. crd crd cst pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vhd vvn pno31 dt n1, n1, cc n1, cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 4
48 In the New Testament nothing can be plainer, than the beginning of the thirteenth Chapter to the Romans, where St. Paul tells us, that there is no power but of God: In the New Testament nothing can be plainer, than the beginning of the thirteenth Chapter to the Roman, where Saint Paul tells us, that there is no power but of God: p-acp dt j n1 pix vmb vbi jc, cs dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp dt njp2, c-crq n1 np1 vvz pno12, cst a-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp pp-f np1: (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 4
49 that the powers that be are ordained of God. that the Powers that be Are ordained of God. cst dt n2 cst vbb vbr vvn pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 4
50 Whence in the next Verse he stileth Magistracy or Government the Ordinance of God; and in the Fourth Verse the Ruler is called the Minister of God (not of the People) to execute his vengeance upon them that do evil. Whence in the next Verse he styleth Magistracy or Government the Ordinance of God; and in the Fourth Verse the Ruler is called the Minister of God (not of the People) to execute his vengeance upon them that do evil. q-crq p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz n1 cc n1 dt n1 pp-f np1; cc p-acp dt ord n1 dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 (xx pp-f dt n1) pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32 cst vdb j-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Image 4
51 I shall not now trouble you with any Quotations out of the Primitive Fathers, who so often acknowledged even their Heathen Emperours to have been constituted by God, I shall not now trouble you with any Quotations out of the Primitive Father's, who so often acknowledged even their Heathen emperors to have been constituted by God, pns11 vmb xx av vvi pn22 p-acp d n2 av pp-f dt j n2, r-crq av av vvn av po32 j-jn n2 pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 9 Image 4
52 and to have held their Empire from him alone, and to have only him above them. and to have held their Empire from him alone, and to have only him above them. cc pc-acp vhi vvn po32 n1 p-acp pno31 av-j, cc pc-acp vhi av-j pno31 p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 9 Image 4
53 It is plain that this was always the Doctrine of our Church of England, as appears from the Book of Homilies, wherein we are taught, That the High Powers are set in Authority by God, that they are God's Lieutenants, God's Presidents, God's Officers, God's Commissioners, God's Judges ordained of God himself; It is plain that this was always the Doctrine of our Church of England, as appears from the Book of Homilies, wherein we Are taught, That the High Powers Are Set in authority by God, that they Are God's Lieutenants, God's Presidents, God's Officers, God's Commissioners, God's Judges ordained of God himself; pn31 vbz j cst d vbds av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 pp-f np1, c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn, cst dt j n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cst pns32 vbr npg1 n2, npg1 n2, npg1 n2, npg1 n2, npg1 n2 vvn pp-f np1 px31; (3) text (DIV1) 10 Image 4
54 nay, it hath been directly asserted in our Church, That the most high and sacred Order of Kings is of Divine Right, being the Ordinance of God himself, founded in the prime Law of Nature, nay, it hath been directly asserted in our Church, That the most high and sacred Order of Kings is of Divine Right, being the Ordinance of God himself, founded in the prime Law of Nature, uh, pn31 vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1, cst dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f n2 vbz pp-f j-jn n-jn, vbg dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 10 Image 4
55 and clearly established by express Texts both of the Old and New Testament. and clearly established by express Texts both of the Old and New Testament. cc av-j vvn p-acp j n2 d pp-f dt j cc j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 10 Image 4
56 Nor is it our Religion alone that teacheth us this, but the same was of old owned both by the Heathen Poets and Philosophers, that Kings were from God, Nor is it our Religion alone that Teaches us this, but the same was of old owned both by the Heathen Poets and Philosophers, that Kings were from God, ccx vbz pn31 po12 n1 av-j cst vvz pno12 d, cc-acp dt d vbds pp-f j j-vvn d p-acp dt j-jn n2 cc n2, cst n2 vbdr p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 11 Image 4
57 and to his Supreme Authority ordering, and appointing it, was to be referred the Original of all Soveraignty and Rule amongst men. and to his Supreme authority ordering, and appointing it, was to be referred the Original of all Sovereignty and Rule among men. cc p-acp po31 j n1 vvg, cc vvg pn31, vbds pc-acp vbi vvn dt j-jn pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp n2. (3) text (DIV1) 11 Image 4
58 Nor indeed can it be well conceived, or reasonably imagined, from whence Kings and Soveraign Powers should have Right to Govern and Command, but from God alone. Nor indeed can it be well conceived, or reasonably imagined, from whence Kings and Sovereign Powers should have Right to Govern and Command, but from God alone. ccx av vmb pn31 vbi av vvn, cc av-j vvn, p-acp c-crq n2 cc j-jn n2 vmd vhi j-jn pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc-acp p-acp np1 av-j. (3) text (DIV1) 12 Image 4
59 Since he is the undoubted Lord of the whole Earth, and alone hath full power and right to Govern it, I cannot see but that whoever shall go about to confer any power of Government, Since he is the undoubted Lord of the Whole Earth, and alone hath full power and right to Govern it, I cannot see but that whoever shall go about to confer any power of Government, p-acp pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc av-j vhz j n1 cc n-jn pc-acp vvi pn31, pns11 vmbx vvi cc-acp cst r-crq vmb vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 12 Image 4
60 or take upon himself any such Authority over others, were it not by God's appointment and institution, he would thereby put himself upon disposing of God's right, without his leave or ordering. or take upon himself any such authority over Others, were it not by God's appointment and Institution, he would thereby put himself upon disposing of God's right, without his leave or ordering. cc vvi p-acp px31 d d n1 p-acp n2-jn, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1, pns31 vmd av vvi px31 p-acp vvg pp-f npg1 n-jn, p-acp po31 n1 cc n-vvg. (3) text (DIV1) 12 Image 4
61 So that Government and Superiority of one or more over others, is all Tyranny and Usurpation upon God's right, So that Government and Superiority of one or more over Others, is all Tyranny and Usurpation upon God's right, av d n1 cc n1 pp-f crd cc av-dc p-acp n2-jn, vbz d n1 cc n1 p-acp npg1 j-jn, (3) text (DIV1) 12 Image 4
62 or else it must be granted to be Ordained by God himself. And it being so necessary for the Happiness and Welfare of Mankind, that it is impossible Peace and Order should be maintained, Justice administred, or Else it must be granted to be Ordained by God himself. And it being so necessary for the Happiness and Welfare of Mankind, that it is impossible Peace and Order should be maintained, justice administered, cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 px31. cc pn31 vbg av j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cst pn31 vbz j n1 cc n1 vmd vbi vvn, n1 vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 12 Image 4
63 or that we should live in tolerable safety, every man enjoying his own, without Government, it would seem an unworthy disparagement and reflexion upon the Divine Wisdom and Goodness, to have left the World without any such provision for the quiet and security of it. or that we should live in tolerable safety, every man enjoying his own, without Government, it would seem an unworthy disparagement and reflection upon the Divine Wisdom and goodness, to have left the World without any such provision for the quiet and security of it. cc cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp j n1, d n1 vvg po31 d, p-acp n1, pn31 vmd vvi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1, pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp d d n1 p-acp dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 12 Image 4
64 Thus whatever the Form of Government may be, which is different in several places, whether it be in a single person, Thus whatever the From of Government may be, which is different in several places, whither it be in a single person, av r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi, r-crq vbz j p-acp j n2, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 4
65 or many, or in the Body of the People, or their Representatives, whatever hand the people may have in some places, according to the particular Customs of their Countries, in Chusing or Designing the person or persons, that shall be invested with this Supreme Authority, or many, or in the Body of the People, or their Representatives, whatever hand the people may have in Some places, according to the particular Customs of their Countries, in Choosing or Designing the person or Persons, that shall be invested with this Supreme authority, cc d, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc po32 n2, r-crq n1 dt n1 vmb vhi p-acp d n2, vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1 cc n2, cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 4
66 yet the Power and Authority it self is derived only from God, and is neither received of the People in trust, yet the Power and authority it self is derived only from God, and is neither received of the People in trust, av dt n1 cc n1 pn31 n1 vbz vvn av-j p-acp np1, cc vbz av-dx vvn pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 4
67 nor is the Soveraign Power answerable to them for the Administration of it. nor is the Sovereign Power answerable to them for the Administration of it. ccx vbz dt j-jn n1 j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 4
68 Which is sometimes illustrated thus, Tho' the Wife may chuse what person she pleaseth to make her Husband, Which is sometime illustrated thus, Though the Wife may choose what person she Pleases to make her Husband, r-crq vbz av vvn av, cs dt n1 vmb vvi r-crq n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 4
69 yet the Husbands Authority over the Wife is not owing to her, nor doth she confer it upon him, yet the Husbands authority over the Wife is not owing to her, nor does she confer it upon him, av dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz xx vvg p-acp pno31, ccx vdz pns31 vvi pn31 p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 4
70 but it is of Divine Appointment. but it is of Divine Appointment. cc-acp pn31 vbz pp-f j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 13 Image 4
71 The King (as it hath been said of old) in regard of the Nature of his Body is of the same Mould with every man, The King (as it hath been said of old) in regard of the Nature of his Body is of the same Mould with every man, dt n1 (c-acp pn31 vhz vbn vvn pp-f j) p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz pp-f dt d n1 p-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 14 Image 4
72 but in respect of the eminency of his Dignity he is like unto God, who is Lord over all, whose Image he beareth, but in respect of the eminency of his Dignity he is like unto God, who is Lord over all, whose Image he bears, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vbz av-j p-acp np1, r-crq vbz n1 p-acp d, rg-crq n1 pns31 vvz, (3) text (DIV1) 14 Image 4
73 and by whom he holdeth that Power which he hath over Men. and by whom he holds that Power which he hath over Men. cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp n2. (3) text (DIV1) 14 Image 4
74 Now this being so clear and undoubted, that Kings and Princes represent the Person of God, Now this being so clear and undoubted, that Kings and Princes represent the Person of God, av d vbg av j cc j, cst n2 cc n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 15 Image 4
75 and bear his Image, since they are Earthly, Visible, Corporeal Gods; (for so you find it, Exodus 22. 28. a place parallel to the words of my Text, Thou shalt not Revile the Gods, and bear his Image, since they Are Earthly, Visible, Corporeal God's; (for so you find it, Exodus 22. 28. a place parallel to the words of my Text, Thou shalt not Revile the God's, cc vvi po31 n1, c-acp pns32 vbr j, j, j n2; (c-acp av pn22 vvb pn31, fw-la crd crd dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n2, (3) text (DIV1) 15 Image 4
76 nor Curse the Ruler of thy People.) Since they are the Vicegerents of the Almighty Soveraign, Authorised and Commissionated by him, his Deputies and Lieutenants here in the world, we may easily hence conclude, that his Providence cannot but be more particularly concerned for those, whom he calleth to such an High Office, whom he placeth in such Dignity and Eminence. nor Curse the Ruler of thy People.) Since they Are the Vicegerents of the Almighty Sovereign, Authorised and Commissionated by him, his Deputies and Lieutenants Here in the world, we may Easily hence conclude, that his Providence cannot but be more particularly concerned for those, whom he calls to such an High Office, whom he places in such Dignity and Eminence. ccx vvb dt n1 pp-f po21 n1.) c-acp pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n-jn, vvn cc j-vvn p-acp pno31, po31 n2 cc n2 av p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb av-j av vvi, cst po31 n1 vmbx p-acp vbi av-dc av-j vvn p-acp d, ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d dt j n1, ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 15 Image 4
77 He cannot but have a more special regard unto, and a more than ordinary Care over them, He cannot but have a more special regard unto, and a more than ordinary Care over them, pns31 vmbx p-acp vhi dt av-dc j n1 p-acp, cc dt av-dc cs j n1 p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 15 Image 4
78 because of their peculiar relation to him as his Representatives. Because of their peculiar Relation to him as his Representatives. c-acp pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp pno31 c-acp po31 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 15 Image 4
79 As it is here amongst us in Humane Governments, the Supream Soveraign is highly concerned to uphold and support all his inferiour Magistrates in their several Places and Offices, to protect them in the discharge of their Duty, to keep up their Honour and Reputation, As it is Here among us in Humane Governments, the Supreme Sovereign is highly concerned to uphold and support all his inferior Magistrates in their several Places and Offices, to Pact them in the discharge of their Duty, to keep up their Honour and Reputation, p-acp pn31 vbz av p-acp pno12 p-acp j n2, dt j n-jn vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi d po31 j-jn n2 p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 4
80 and to provide that all due respect be paid to them: He resents all injuries and affronts offered to them, as done to himself; and to provide that all due respect be paid to them: He resents all injuries and affronts offered to them, as done to himself; cc pc-acp vvi cst d j-jn n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno32: pns31 vvz d n2 cc vvz vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp vdn p-acp px31; (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 4
81 He looks upon all those, who set and oppose themselves against them, as Enemies to his Imperial Crown and Dignity, He looks upon all those, who Set and oppose themselves against them, as Enemies to his Imperial Crown and Dignity, pns31 vvz p-acp d d, r-crq vvd cc vvi px32 p-acp pno32, c-acp n2 p-acp po31 j-jn n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 4
82 and that himself is struck and aimed at by any Violence done to his Officers or Ministers. and that himself is struck and aimed At by any Violence done to his Officers or Ministers. cc cst px31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp p-acp d n1 vdn p-acp po31 n2 cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 4
83 So it is in the Case we now discourse of. So it is in the Case we now discourse of. av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pns12 av n1 pp-f. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 4
84 Supream Governours have the same relation to God, as subordinate Magistrates have to their Soveraign Princes; Supreme Governors have the same Relation to God, as subordinate Magistrates have to their Sovereign Princes; j n2 vhb dt d n1 p-acp np1, c-acp j n2 vhb p-acp po32 j-jn n2; (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 4
85 they are employed and intrusted hy him, and accordingly he expects subjection to them as to himself, that we should honour and serve them according to that High Divine Character they bear. they Are employed and Entrusted high him, and accordingly he expects subjection to them as to himself, that we should honour and serve them according to that High Divine Character they bear. pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn av-j pno31, cc av-vvg pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp p-acp px31, cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi pno32 vvg p-acp d j j-jn n1 pns32 vvb. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 4
86 He therefore always in a more remarkable manner stands by them, and watches over them, as the chiefest of his Servants, and nearest to himself. He Therefore always in a more remarkable manner Stands by them, and watches over them, as the chiefest of his Servants, and nearest to himself. pns31 av av p-acp dt av-dc j n1 vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz p-acp pno32, c-acp dt js-jn pp-f po31 n2, cc js p-acp px31. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 4
87 He takes what is done against them, as done against himself. He Takes what is done against them, as done against himself. pns31 vvz r-crq vbz vdn p-acp pno32, c-acp vdn p-acp px31. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 4
88 Whosoever resisteth the Power, resisteth the Ordinance of God, saith St. Paul. To oppose and shake off their Government, to Plot and Conspire against their Life, is to Rebel against God; Whosoever Resisteth the Power, Resisteth the Ordinance of God, Says Saint Paul. To oppose and shake off their Government, to Plot and Conspire against their Life, is to Rebel against God; r-crq vvz dt n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz n1 np1. pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po32 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 4
89 and when we will not suffer our Lawful Soveraign, whom the Divine Majesty hath appointed, to Rule over us, we do by just consequence and fair interpretation endeavour what we can to dethrone God himself, and when we will not suffer our Lawful Sovereign, whom the Divine Majesty hath appointed, to Rule over us, we do by just consequence and fair Interpretation endeavour what we can to dethrone God himself, cc c-crq pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 j j-jn, r-crq dt j-jn n1 vhz vvn, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, pns12 vdb p-acp j n1 cc j n1 vvi r-crq pns12 vmb p-acp vvi np1 px31, (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 4
90 and prove Traytors not only against our Natural Lord and King, but against the Heavenly Monarch himself, by whose Commission he Reigns. and prove Traitors not only against our Natural Lord and King, but against the Heavenly Monarch himself, by whose Commission he Reigns. cc vvi n2 xx av-j p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1, p-acp p-acp dt j n1 px31, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns31 vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Image 4
91 II. Another reason to perswade us of the truth of this, that God 's Providence is more peculiarly engaged for the safety and protection of Soveraign Kings and Princes, may be taken from this Consideration; II another reason to persuade us of the truth of this, that God is Providence is more peculiarly engaged for the safety and protection of Sovereign Kings and Princes, may be taken from this Consideration; crd j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d, cst np1 vbz n1 vbz av-dc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n2 cc n2, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 4
92 viz. how much the Publick doth depend upon, and is concerned in their welfare and prosperity. viz. how much the Public does depend upon, and is concerned in their welfare and Prosperity. n1 c-crq av-d dt j vdz vvi p-acp, cc vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 4
93 Thus the People, 2 Sam. 18. 3. told King David, when they would not suffer him to expose his own Person to hazard in the Battel against Absalom, Thou art, say they, worth ten thousand of us. Thus the People, 2 Sam. 18. 3. told King David, when they would not suffer him to expose his own Person to hazard in the Battle against Absalom, Thou art, say they, worth ten thousand of us. av dt n1, crd np1 crd crd vvn n1 np1, c-crq pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, pns21 vb2r, vvb pns32, j crd crd pp-f pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 4
94 Hence was he called the light of Israel. Hence was he called the Light of Israel. av vbds pns31 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 4
95 Thou shalt go no more out with us to Battel, said Abishai, 2 Sam. 21. 17. that thou quench not the light of Israel. Thou shalt go no more out with us to Battle, said Abishai, 2 Sam. 21. 17. that thou quench not the Light of Israel. pns21 vm2 vvi av-dx av-dc av p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, vvd np1, crd np1 crd crd cst pns21 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 4
96 Nay, that wicked King Zedekiah, of whom it is expresly said, 2 Kings 24. 19. that he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, yet is stiled by the Prophet Jeremy, Lam. 4. 20. the Breath of our Nostrils. Nay, that wicked King Zedekiah, of whom it is expressly said, 2 Kings 24. 19. that he did that which was evil in the sighed of the Lord, yet is styled by the Prophet Jeremiah, Lam. 4. 20. the Breath of our Nostrils. uh-x, cst j n1 np1, pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbz av-j vvn, crd n2 crd crd cst pns31 vdd d r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 4
97 The Fates of whole Kingdoms depend upon them. The Fates of Whole Kingdoms depend upon them. dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2 vvb p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 4
98 All that live under their Government are interested in them, and partake with them, and a Villanous Attempt succeeding against our Soveraign, may stab an whole Nation to the Heart, All that live under their Government Are interested in them, and partake with them, and a Villainous Attempt succeeding against our Sovereign, may stab an Whole nation to the Heart, av-d d vvb p-acp po32 n1 vbr vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc dt j vvb vvg p-acp po12 n-jn, vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 4
99 and fill all places with Blood and Confusion. Now God Almighty extendeth his Providence to the meanest and minutest things. and fill all places with Blood and Confusion. Now God Almighty extendeth his Providence to the Meanest and minutest things. cc vvi d n2 p-acp n1 cc n1. av np1 np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt js cc js n2. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Image 4
100 He cloatheth the grass of the Field, he provideth for the Raven his food, a Sparrow doth not fall to the ground without his knowledge, by him are all the hairs of our Head numbered; He clotheth the grass of the Field, he Provideth for the Raven his food, a Sparrow does not fallen to the ground without his knowledge, by him Are all the hairs of our Head numbered; pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 po31 n1, dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp pno31 vbr d dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 18 Image 4
101 and can we think that this same Providence is not more particularly employ'd in matters of such vast moment, which are of such Universal Consequence, and can we think that this same Providence is not more particularly employed in matters of such vast moment, which Are of such Universal Consequence, cc vmb pns12 vvi cst d d n1 vbz xx av-dc av-jn vvd p-acp n2 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vbr pp-f d j-u n1, (3) text (DIV1) 18 Image 4
102 as the Life and Safety of Kings and Princes? as the Life and Safety of Kings and Princes? c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2? (3) text (DIV1) 18 Image 4
103 God exerciseth a more special Providence over their Sacred Persons, on whom under himself the whole Community doth depend. God Exerciseth a more special Providence over their Sacred Persons, on whom under himself the Whole Community does depend. np1 vvz dt av-dc j n1 p-acp po32 j n2, p-acp ro-crq p-acp px31 dt j-jn n1 vdz vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Image 4
104 For the sake of the People, whose Happiness is so closely wrapt up in the prosperity of their Prince, doth God Almighty guard him from secret Treachery, defend him from open Assaults, For the sake of the People, whose Happiness is so closely wrapped up in the Prosperity of their Prince, does God Almighty guard him from secret Treachery, defend him from open Assaults, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, rg-crq n1 vbz av av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vdz np1 j-jn vvb pno31 p-acp j-jn n1, vvb pno31 p-acp j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 19 Image 4
105 and by various means deliver him from imminent Dangers. and by various means deliver him from imminent Dangers. cc p-acp j n2 vvb pno31 p-acp j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Image 4
106 Especially good and gracious Kings, who are Fathers of their Country, and Nursing Fathers of the Church, who maintain the true Religion, encourage Vertue, protect Right and Innocence, Especially good and gracious Kings, who Are Father's of their Country, and Nursing Father's of the Church, who maintain the true Religion, encourage Virtue, Pact Right and Innocence, av-j j cc j n2, r-crq vbr n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc n-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvb dt j n1, vvb n1, vvb j-jn cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 19 Image 4
107 and resemble the Divine Majesty, not only in Power and Authority, but also in his Attributes of Justice, Mercy and Goodness, they are more tenderly regarded by God. He hideth them under the shadow of his Wings, he keepeth them as the apple of his Eye, he giveth his Angels stricter Charge over them, that no evil may approach them. and resemble the Divine Majesty, not only in Power and authority, but also in his Attributes of justice, Mercy and goodness, they Are more tenderly regarded by God. He Hideth them under the shadow of his Wings, he Keepeth them as the apple of his Eye, he gives his Angels Stricter Charge over them, that no evil may approach them. cc vvi dt j-jn n1, xx av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp av p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, pns32 vbr av-dc av-j vvn p-acp np1. pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz po31 n2 jc n1 p-acp pno32, cst dx j-jn vmb vvi pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Image 4
108 Such Princes being publick Blessings to the Kingdoms or Nations over which they preside; in their safety must consist the greatest part of the Common Welfare. Such Princes being public Blessings to the Kingdoms or nations over which they preside; in their safety must consist the greatest part of the Common Welfare. d n2 vbg j n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 n1; p-acp po32 n1 vmb vvi dt js n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Image 4
109 And thus if we consider either Governours themselves, or the People commited to them, we shall see sufficient reason to believe, that Soveraign Kings and Princes are the peculiar Care and Charge of Divine Providence. And thus if we Consider either Governors themselves, or the People committed to them, we shall see sufficient reason to believe, that Sovereign Kings and Princes Are the peculiar Care and Charge of Divine Providence. cc av cs pns12 vvb d n2 px32, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32, pns12 vmb vvi j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst j-jn n2 cc n2 vbr dt j n1 cc vvb pp-f j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Image 4
110 Nor have we reason only to believe this, but the experience of all Ages doth most abundantly confirm it. Nor have we reason only to believe this, but the experience of all Ages does most abundantly confirm it. ccx vhb pns12 n1 av-j pc-acp vvi d, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 vdz ds av-j vvi pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 4
111 For surely there is not any one thing, wherein God's Providence hath more remarkably appeared, For surely there is not any one thing, wherein God's Providence hath more remarkably appeared, p-acp av-j a-acp vbz xx d crd n1, c-crq npg1 n1 vhz n1 av-j vvd, (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 4
112 and interposed it self at all times, than in Discovering the secret Plots, and Defeating the traiterous Designs of wicked Men against the Government they lived under, which hath been often done by such ways and means, and interposed it self At all times, than in Discovering the secret Plots, and Defeating the traitorous Designs of wicked Men against the Government they lived under, which hath been often done by such ways and means, cc vvd pn31 n1 p-acp d n2, cs p-acp vvg dt j-jn n2, cc n-vvg dt j n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp, r-crq vhz vbn av vdn p-acp d n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 4
113 as have most evidently demonstrated the Finger of God in it, and must be ascribed to him, who only doth wonderful things. as have most evidently demonstrated the Finger of God in it, and must be ascribed to him, who only does wondered things. c-acp vhb av-ds av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq av-j vdz j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Image 4
114 Nor have we perhaps (besides what Divine Revelation affords us) a greater Argument to prove this World to be Governed, Nor have we perhaps (beside what Divine Revelation affords us) a greater Argument to prove this World to be Governed, ccx vhb pns12 av (p-acp r-crq j-jn n1 vvz pno12) dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 4
115 and all things in it directed by the vigilant Eye and powerful Hand of Almighty God, than the sudden and seasonable Discovery of such Damnable Enterprises, contrived with the utmost caution and secrecy, carried on with great subtlety and cunning, and just ripe for Execution; and all things in it directed by the vigilant Eye and powerful Hand of Almighty God, than the sudden and seasonable Discovery of such Damnable Enterprises, contrived with the utmost caution and secrecy, carried on with great subtlety and cunning, and just ripe for Execution; cc d n2 p-acp pn31 vvd p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f j-jn np1, cs dt j cc j n1 pp-f d j n2, j-vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, vvd a-acp p-acp j n1 cc n-jn, cc av j p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 4
116 yet in an instant blasted, in a trice broken all to pieces, either by a surprizing dread and fear seizing the Conspirators themselves, yet in an instant blasted, in a trice broken all to Pieces, either by a surprising dread and Fear seizing the Conspirators themselves, av p-acp dt n-jn vvn, p-acp dt n1 vvn d p-acp n2, av-d p-acp dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 vvg dt n2 px32, (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 4
117 or an unlucky word over-heard, or an unaccountable suspicion of some ill Designs; which tho' founded upon no reason, or a very trifling one, yet hath proved true; or an unlucky word overheard, or an unaccountable suspicion of Some ill Designs; which though founded upon no reason, or a very trifling one, yet hath proved true; cc dt j n1 vvd, cc dt j n1 pp-f d j-jn n2; r-crq cs vvn p-acp dx n1, cc dt j vvg pi, av vhz vvn j; (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 4
118 or God hath smote upon the Conscience of some one of them, and for the ease of his own tortur'd mind he is forced to a Discovery; or God hath smote upon the Conscience of Some one of them, and for the ease of his own tortured mind he is forced to a Discovery; cc np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd pp-f pno32, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d vvn n1 pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 4
119 or a jealousie that they are betrayed by others, hath made some of them give the first notice of it themselves; or a jealousy that they Are betrayed by Others, hath made Some of them give the First notice of it themselves; cc dt n1 cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2-jn, vhz vvn d pp-f pno32 vvi dt ord n1 pp-f pn31 px32; (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 4
120 or a Letter miscarried, or some fright, mistake, oversight, something hapning otherwise than was expected, hath brought the hidden works of darkness to light, by which the King and his People have been just snatch'd out of the Jaws of Ruine. or a letter miscarried, or Some fright, mistake, oversight, something happening otherwise than was expected, hath brought the hidden works of darkness to Light, by which the King and his People have been just snatched out of the Jaws of Ruin. cc dt n1 vvd, cc d n1, vvb, n1, pi vvg av av vbds vvn, vhz vvn dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq dt n1 cc po31 n1 vhb vbn av vvn av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Image 4
121 True indeed it is, that there are some Exceptions against this. True indeed it is, that there Are Some Exceptions against this. j av pn31 vbz, cst a-acp vbr d n2 p-acp d. (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 4
122 Sometimes it hath hapned that such Desperate Undertakings have been prosperous, and God's Providence hath suffered even a Good and Excellent Prince to fall a Sacrifice by the Merciless Hands of a Bloody Assassin, Sometime it hath happened that such Desperate Undertakings have been prosperous, and God's Providence hath suffered even a Good and Excellent Prince to fallen a Sacrifice by the Merciless Hands of a Bloody Assassin, av pn31 vhz vvn d d j n2-vvg vhb vbn j, cc npg1 n1 vhz vvn av dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j np1, (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 4
123 or being over-powered by his own Rebellious Subjects, to be more pompously Murdered under the pretence of Justice; or being overpowered by his own Rebellious Subject's, to be more pompously Murdered under the pretence of justice; cc vbg j p-acp po31 d j n2-jn, pc-acp vbi av-dc av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 4
124 of which we have had a sad, and never to be forgotten Instance, in our own Nation. of which we have had a sad, and never to be forgotten Instance, in our own nation. pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb vhn dt j, cc av-x pc-acp vbi vvn n1, p-acp po12 d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 4
125 But then this hath been permitted, when the sins of a Nation have been extream, and called aloud for Punishment; But then this hath been permitted, when the Sins of a nation have been extreme, and called aloud for Punishment; p-acp av d vhz vbn vvn, c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb vbn j-jn, cc vvd av p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 4
126 when God hath been long and highly provoked to give up a People to Destruction, who have filled up the measure of their Iniquities, when God hath been long and highly provoked to give up a People to Destruction, who have filled up the measure of their Iniquities, c-crq np1 vhz vbn j cc av-j vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vhb vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 4
127 then hath he sometimes suffered such inhumane Barbarities to take place. then hath he sometime suffered such inhumane Barbarities to take place. av vhz pns31 av vvd d j n2 pc-acp vvi n1. (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 4
128 But ordinarily it is otherwise, and by some secret invisible means God doth either infatuate the Counsels, But ordinarily it is otherwise, and by Some secret invisible means God does either infatuate the Counsels, p-acp av-j pn31 vbz av, cc p-acp d j-jn j n2 np1 vdz d j dt n2, (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 4
129 and confound the Devices, or else by some fortunate accident seasonably discover the horrid Conspiracies of his own and the Kings Enemies. and confound the Devices, or Else by Some fortunate accident seasonably discover the horrid Conspiracies of his own and the Kings Enemies. cc vvi dt n2, cc av p-acp d j n1 av-j vvi dt j n2 pp-f po31 d cc dt ng1 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 4
130 A Bird of the air shall carry the voice, and that which hath wings shall tell the matter. A Bird of the air shall carry the voice, and that which hath wings shall tell the matter. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, cc cst r-crq vhz n2 vmb vvi dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 22 Image 4
131 Of the truth of all that I have now said, concerning God's wonderful Care and Providence over Soveraign Kings and Princes, we cannot reasonably desire, we cannot easily meet with a more Illustrious Instance, Of the truth of all that I have now said, Concerning God's wondered Care and Providence over Sovereign Kings and Princes, we cannot reasonably desire, we cannot Easily meet with a more Illustrious Instance, pp-f dt n1 pp-f d cst pns11 vhb av vvn, vvg npg1 j n1 cc n1 p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2, pns12 vmbx av-j vvi, pns12 vmbx av-j vvi p-acp dt av-dc j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 4
132 than his Majesty that now is, whom God long preserve. than his Majesty that now is, whom God long preserve. cs po31 n1 cst av vbz, r-crq np1 av-j vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 4
133 A Prince, for whose safety and protection Heaven hath all along so signally interested it self, A Prince, for whose safety and protection Heaven hath all along so signally interested it self, dt n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n1 n1 vhz d p-acp av av-j vvn pn31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 4
134 and so miraculously defended him, in spite of all the restless attempts of his and ours, either open or secret Adversaries, that I cannot but wonder, and so miraculously defended him, in spite of all the restless attempts of his and ours, either open or secret Adversaries, that I cannot but wonder, cc av av-j vvd pno31, p-acp n1 pp-f d dt j n2 pp-f png31 cc png12, d j cc j-jn n2, cst pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 4
135 if no other Argument could prevail with these Sons of Belial to desist from such Hellish Enterprises; if not other Argument could prevail with these Sons of Belial to desist from such Hellish Enterprises; cs xx j-jn n1 vmd vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 4
136 yet that they should not at last be tyred with Plotting against him to no purpose; yet that they should not At last be tired with Plotting against him to no purpose; av cst pns32 vmd xx p-acp ord vbi vvn p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp dx n1; (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 4
137 that they should not despair of doing him any hurt, for whose Defence and Deliverance God Almighty hath so frequently and publickly appeared. that they should not despair of doing him any hurt, for whose Defence and Deliverance God Almighty hath so frequently and publicly appeared. cst pns32 vmd xx vvi pp-f vdg pno31 d n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n1 np1 np1 vhz av av-j cc av-j vvd. (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 4
138 This betrays the Folly, as well as the Wickedness, of all those who are ingaged in such Caballings and Plottings, that they vye Power with God himself, This betrays the Folly, as well as the Wickedness, of all those who Are engaged in such Caballings and Plottings, that they vie Power with God himself, np1 vvz dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1, pp-f d d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2-vvg, cst pns32 vvi n1 p-acp np1 px31, (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 4
139 and resolve to destroy him, whom by such a series of miraculous Providences God hath shewn himself resolved to save and protect. Alas! and resolve to destroy him, whom by such a series of miraculous Providences God hath shown himself resolved to save and Pact. Alas! cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno31, ro-crq p-acp d dt n2 pp-f j n2 np1 vhz vvn px31 vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi. uh! (3) text (DIV1) 23 Image 4
140 they are not only the Guards whom they must seize upon and master. In vain are all their Meetings and Consultations about the feasibleness of such a Design; they Are not only the Guards whom they must seize upon and master. In vain Are all their Meetings and Consultations about the feasibleness of such a Design; pns32 vbr xx av-j dt n2 r-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp cc n1. p-acp j vbr d po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 24 Image 4
141 unless they can find out a way to escape God's knowledge, or could be too hard for the Almighty, who hath undertaken to guard and secure our King, unless they can find out a Way to escape God's knowledge, or could be too hard for the Almighty, who hath undertaken to guard and secure our King, cs pns32 vmb vvi av dt n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, cc vmd vbi av j c-acp dt j-jn, r-crq vhz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 24 Image 4
142 and will see that no Weapon formed against him shall prosper. and will see that no Weapon formed against him shall prosper. cc vmb vvi cst dx n1 vvn p-acp pno31 vmb vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 24 Image 4
143 Was it not by God's wonderful Providence that he was preserved from the Fury and Rage of those, who embrued their Savage hands in his Fathers Sacred Blood? Was it not the same good Providence that continually compassed him, Was it not by God's wondered Providence that he was preserved from the Fury and Rage of those, who embrued their Savage hands in his Father's Sacred Blood? Was it not the same good Providence that continually compassed him, vbds pn31 xx p-acp npg1 j n1 cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d, r-crq vvn po32 j-jn n2 p-acp po31 ng1 j n1? vbds pn31 xx dt d j n1 cst av-j vvd pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 25 Image 4
144 as with a Shield, when his own Subjects in Arms against him sought his Death and Destruction? Was it not the same Providence that for a long time hid and concealed him from the most diligent search of Blood-thirsty Rebels, (though so many Conscious, as with a Shield, when his own Subject's in Arms against him sought his Death and Destruction? Was it not the same Providence that for a long time hid and concealed him from the most diligent search of Bloodthirsty Rebels, (though so many Conscious, c-acp p-acp dt n1, c-crq po31 d n2-jn p-acp n2 p-acp pno31 vvd po31 n1 cc n1? vbds pn31 xx dt d n1 cst p-acp dt j n1 vvn cc vvn pno31 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f j n2, (cs av d j, (3) text (DIV1) 25 Image 4
145 yet none tempted by great Rewards and more powerful Fears to betray him) and at last, yet none tempted by great Rewards and more powerful Fears to betray him) and At last, av pix vvn p-acp j n2 cc av-dc j n2 pc-acp vvi pno31) cc p-acp ord, (3) text (DIV1) 25 Image 4
146 after a miraculous manner, provided an escape for him, and through innumerable dangers, conveighed hime safe to a strange Land? Was it not the same God who defended and supported him during a long and most unjust Banishment, and at length by his own right Hand, and outstretched Arm, brought him safe again to his People, and gloriously restored him to his three Kingdoms? Hath he not since been graciously pleased in time to discover all the evil Designs of Wicked men against his Person and Government, or hath prevented those which were never discovered? Hath he not saved him from the Popish Plot? And are we not this present day met together to bless God for his deliverance from a Fanatick one? And after all, have we not vast Reason from such large Experience of God's infinite kindness towards our most Gracious Soveraign, and in him to us his People, yet to hope that he will still preserve him, After a miraculous manner, provided an escape for him, and through innumerable dangers, conveyed hime safe to a strange Land? Was it not the same God who defended and supported him during a long and most unjust Banishment, and At length by his own right Hand, and outstretched Arm, brought him safe again to his People, and gloriously restored him to his three Kingdoms? Hath he not since been graciously pleased in time to discover all the evil Designs of Wicked men against his Person and Government, or hath prevented those which were never discovered? Hath he not saved him from the Popish Plot? And Are we not this present day met together to bless God for his deliverance from a Fanatic one? And After all, have we not vast Reason from such large Experience of God's infinite kindness towards our most Gracious Sovereign, and in him to us his People, yet to hope that he will still preserve him, p-acp dt j n1, vvn dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc p-acp j n2, vvd n1 j p-acp dt j n1? vbds pn31 xx dt d np1 r-crq vvd cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt av-j cc ds j n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d j-jn n1, cc vvn n1, vvd pno31 j av p-acp po31 n1, cc av-j vvd pno31 p-acp po31 crd n2? vhz pns31 xx p-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d dt j-jn n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc vhz vvn d r-crq vbdr av-x vvn? vhz pns31 xx vvn pno31 p-acp dt j n1? cc vbr pns12 xx d j n1 vvd av pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn crd? cc p-acp d, vhb pns12 xx j n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp po12 av-ds j n-jn, cc p-acp pno31 p-acp pno12 po31 n1, av p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmb av vvi pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 25 Image 4
147 and continue his Life amongst us, to be every day a greater Blessing to these Kingdoms. and continue his Life among us, to be every day a greater Blessing to these Kingdoms. cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vbi d n1 dt jc n1 p-acp d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 25 Image 4
148 Give me leave therefore in this Case to apply the Words of the Psalmist in the beginning of the Second Psalm, Why do the Papists rage, and the Fanaticks imagine a vain thing? What madness is this, that thus possesses them to unite and associate together? The heads of the several Parties and Factions set themselves, and take Counsel together against the Lord, Give me leave Therefore in this Case to apply the Words of the Psalmist in the beginning of the Second Psalm, Why do the Papists rage, and the Fanatics imagine a vain thing? What madness is this, that thus Possesses them to unite and associate together? The Heads of the several Parties and Factions Set themselves, and take Counsel together against the Lord, vvb pno11 vvi av p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord np1, q-crq vdb dt njp2 vvi, cc dt n2-jn vvi dt j n1? q-crq n1 vbz d, cst av vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av? dt n2 pp-f dt j n2 cc n2 vvb px32, cc vvb n1 av p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 4
149 and against his anointed King, saying, Let us break their Bands asunder, and cast away their cords from us. and against his anointed King, saying, Let us break their Bans asunder, and cast away their cords from us. cc p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, vvg, vvb pno12 vvi po32 n2 av, cc vvd av po32 n2 p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 4
150 Let us not be tyed up any longer by that slavish Principle of Obedience to Authority for Conscience sake, Let us not be tied up any longer by that slavish Principle of obedience to authority for Conscience sake, vvb pno12 xx vbi vvn a-acp d jc p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 4
151 but rather like free born People throw off the Yoke which the King and his Ministers would impose upon us. but rather like free born People throw off the Yoke which the King and his Ministers would impose upon us. cc-acp av-c av-j j j-vvn n1 vvb a-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 cc po31 n2 vmd vvi p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 4
152 He that sitteth in the Heavens shall laugh, the Lord shall have them in derision. He that Sitteth in the Heavens shall laugh, the Lord shall have them in derision. pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n2 vmb vvi, dt n1 vmb vhi pno32 p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 4
153 The Almighty Soveraign, by whose Commission and Authority our King Reigns, shall despise all these foolish Attempts, The Almighty Sovereign, by whose Commission and authority our King Reigns, shall despise all these foolish Attempts, dt j-jn n-jn, p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n1 po12 n1 vvz, vmb vvi d d j vvz, (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 4
154 and will expose these presumptuous Rebels to the Scorn and Contempt of every man. and will expose these presumptuous Rebels to the Scorn and Contempt of every man. cc vmb vvi d j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 4
155 Then shall he speak unto them in his wrath, and vex them in his sore displeasure. Then shall he speak unto them in his wrath, and vex them in his soar displeasure. av vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 4
156 Even then when they think they have effected their Design, and made all sure, God shall suddenly disappoint and confound them, Even then when they think they have effected their Design, and made all sure, God shall suddenly disappoint and confound them, av av c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vhb vvn po32 n1, cc vvd d j, np1 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 4
157 so that all men shall observe the tokens of the Divine Vengeance against them. Yet have I set my King upon my Holy Hill of Sion. so that all men shall observe the tokens of the Divine Vengeance against them. Yet have I Set my King upon my Holy Hill of Sion. av cst d n2 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32. av vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1 p-acp po11 j n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 4
158 See how madly they have Plotted against themselves: See how madly they have Plotted against themselves: vvb c-crq av-j pns32 vhb vvn p-acp px32: (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 4
159 For our King and his Government is not only yet preserved, but we hope Strengthened and Established by their impious Conspiracy against it. For our King and his Government is not only yet preserved, but we hope Strengthened and Established by their impious conspiracy against it. c-acp po12 n1 cc po31 n1 vbz xx av-j av vvn, cc-acp pns12 vvb vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Image 4
160 But more particularly, we are now assembled to make due acknowledgments of God's wonderful Providence and Mercy, in Discovering and Defeating the late Treasonable Conspiracy against his Sacred Majesties Person and Government. In speaking of which, I shall first of all briefly set before you the Horridness of the Conspiracy it self; But more particularly, we Are now assembled to make due acknowledgments of God's wondered Providence and Mercy, in Discovering and Defeating the late Treasonable conspiracy against his Sacred Majesties Person and Government. In speaking of which, I shall First of all briefly Set before you the Horridness of the conspiracy it self; p-acp av-dc av-jn, pns12 vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi j-jn n2 pp-f npg1 j n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg cc n-vvg dt j j n1 p-acp po31 j ng1 n1 cc n1. p-acp vvg pp-f r-crq, pns11 vmb ord pp-f d av-j vvn p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 27 Image 4
161 then the Greatness of the Deliverance we now bless God for; and lastly, add some few plain Advices suitable to this occasion. then the Greatness of the Deliverance we now bless God for; and lastly, add Some few plain Advices suitable to this occasion. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 av vvb np1 p-acp; cc ord, vvb d d j n2 j p-acp d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 27 Image 4
162 I. The Horridness of this late Conspiracy will sufficiently appear, if we consider only these three things. I. The Horridness of this late conspiracy will sufficiently appear, if we Consider only these three things. np1 dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vmb av-j vvi, cs pns12 vvb av-j d crd n2. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Image 4
163 1. The Actors or Persons ingaged in it. 2. The Motives from which they acted. 1. The Actors or Persons engaged in it. 2. The Motives from which they acted. crd dt n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp pn31. crd dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd. (3) text (DIV1) 29 Image 4
164 3. The Mischiefs that would inevitably have followed, had not God's Providence made timely Discovery of it; 3. The Mischiefs that would inevitably have followed, had not God's Providence made timely Discovery of it; crd dt n2 cst vmd av-j vhi vvn, vhd xx npg1 n1 vvd j n1 pp-f pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 31 Image 4
165 and under these heads I shall only hint at some few things. and under these Heads I shall only hint At Some few things. cc p-acp d n2 pns11 vmb av-j n1 p-acp d d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 31 Image 4
166 1. As to the Persons that were ingaged in this Plot, they may be considered under several Circumstances, which do all highly aggravate their Crime and Guilt: As that they were Protestants; 1. As to the Persons that were engaged in this Plot, they may be considered under several circumstances, which do all highly aggravate their Crime and Gilded: As that they were Protestants; crd p-acp p-acp dt n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp d n1, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2, r-crq vdb d av-j vvi po32 n1 cc j-vvn: c-acp cst pns32 vbdr n2; (3) text (DIV1) 32 Image 4
167 nay, the most Zealous Protestants, who would hardly allow any others to be such besides themselves. nay, the most Zealous Protestants, who would hardly allow any Others to be such beside themselves. uh-x, dt av-ds j n2, r-crq vmd av vvi d n2-jn pc-acp vbi d p-acp px32. (3) text (DIV1) 32 Image 4
168 Hence on all occasions they would appear most vigorous and active for the Prosecution and Suppression of Papists, and counted all that were not so fierce and violent as themselves, to be Popishly affected, and ready upon any turn of the times to leave their Religion. Hence on all occasions they would appear most vigorous and active for the Prosecution and Suppression of Papists, and counted all that were not so fierce and violent as themselves, to be Popishly affected, and ready upon any turn of the times to leave their Religion. av p-acp d n2 pns32 vmd vvi ds j cc j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f njp2, cc vvn d cst vbdr xx av j cc j p-acp px32, pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, cc j p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 32 Image 4
169 All this Zeal against the Papists, they professed to proceed from a just Hatred of their Disloyal Principles, which were inconsistent with the Civil-Government, and dangerous to the Monarchy, and the Kings Person; as if they had a mind to save the Government from the Papists, only that themselves might have the Honour of Subverting it. All this Zeal against the Papists, they professed to proceed from a just Hatred of their Disloyal Principles, which were inconsistent with the Civil-Government, and dangerous to the Monarchy, and the Kings Person; as if they had a mind to save the Government from the Papists, only that themselves might have the Honour of Subverting it. av-d d n1 p-acp dt njp2, pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 j n2, r-crq vbdr j p-acp dt n1, cc j p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 n1; c-acp cs pns32 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt njp2, av-j cst px32 vmd vhb dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 32 Image 4
170 They liked the thing well enough, it was a glorious work, but only they did not approve of the Instruments. They liked the thing well enough, it was a glorious work, but only they did not approve of the Instruments. pns32 vvd dt n1 av av-d, pn31 vbds dt j n1, cc-acp av-j pns32 vdd xx vvi pp-f dt n2. (3) text (DIV1) 32 Image 4
171 And if these must be called Protestants, who can joyn in such Villanous Designs, I shall only say, that then I know some Protestants, who are every jot as bad, And if these must be called Protestants, who can join in such Villainous Designs, I shall only say, that then I know Some Protestants, who Are every jot as bad, cc cs d vmb vbi vvn n2, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d j n2, pns11 vmb av-j vvi, cst av pns11 vvb d n2, r-crq vbr d n1 c-acp j, (3) text (DIV1) 32 Image 4
172 and as little to be trusted as any Papists. and as little to be trusted as any Papists. cc p-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d njp2. (3) text (DIV1) 32 Image 4
173 We indeed of the Church of England, for this one thing, were not a little beholden to these Conspirators, viz. That they were so careful to distinguish themselves from us, We indeed of the Church of England, for this one thing, were not a little beholden to these Conspirators, viz. That they were so careful to distinguish themselves from us, pns12 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d crd n1, vbdr xx dt j vvi p-acp d n2, n1 cst pns32 vbdr av j pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 4
174 and were for a finer and purer Communion than that Established by Law. and were for a finer and Purer Communion than that Established by Law. cc vbdr p-acp dt jc cc jc n1 cs d vvn p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 4
175 A Protestant is a word at large, and may signifie any thing, and comprehends all that are not Papists, whatever they are for. A Protestant is a word At large, and may signify any thing, and comprehends all that Are not Papists, whatever they Are for. dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp j, cc vmb vvi d n1, cc vvz d cst vbr xx njp2, r-crq pns32 vbr p-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 4
176 But the Doctrine and Discipline of the Church of England, we all know what it is; But the Doctrine and Discipline of the Church of England, we all know what it is; p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 d vvb r-crq pn31 vbz; (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 4
177 it is Stated and Defined, and we are sure that it condemns all Disloyal, Seditious Practices, on any pretence whatever: it is Stated and Defined, and we Are sure that it condemns all Disloyal, Seditious Practices, on any pretence whatever: pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn, cc pns12 vbr j cst pn31 vvz d j, j n2, p-acp d n1 r-crq: (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 4
178 And therefore they who were ingaged in this Wicked Conspiracy, however some of them might sometimes be seen in our Churches, And Therefore they who were engaged in this Wicked conspiracy, however Some of them might sometime be seen in our Churches, cc av pns32 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp d j n1, c-acp d pp-f pno32 vmd av vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 4
179 yet they were forced to find fault with our Establishment, to decry our Bishops and Ministers, yet they were forced to find fault with our Establishment, to decry our Bishops and Ministers, av pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 4
180 and weaken their Authority, to endeavour by all means to prejudice the People against our Church, and to lessen its Interest, which they knew stood in the way of their Designs. and weaken their authority, to endeavour by all means to prejudice the People against our Church, and to lessen its Interest, which they knew stood in the Way of their Designs. cc vvi po32 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1, r-crq pns32 vvd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 33 Image 4
181 And have not these Men now bravely provided for the Credit and Honour of the Protestant Religion? Had these great haters of Popery gone to School to the Jesuits, could they possibly have been taught a more compendious way to serve and promote Popery, And have not these Men now bravely provided for the Credit and Honour of the Protestant Religion? Had these great haters of Popery gone to School to the Jesuits, could they possibly have been taught a more compendious Way to serve and promote Popery, cc vhb xx d n2 av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 n1? vhd d j n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt np2, vmd pns32 av-j vhb vbn vvn dt av-dc j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1, (3) text (DIV1) 34 Image 4
182 than that very way which they took to keep it out? than that very Way which they took to keep it out? cs d j n1 r-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31 av? (3) text (DIV1) 34 Image 4
183 But besides this Consideration of their Religion, we shall find the persons concerned in this late Treason, under as great Obligations to have lived quietly under the present Government, as could possibly be laid upon Men. But beside this Consideration of their Religion, we shall find the Persons concerned in this late Treason, under as great Obligations to have lived quietly under the present Government, as could possibly be laid upon Men. cc-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 vvn p-acp d j n1, p-acp a-acp j n2 pc-acp vhi vvn av-jn p-acp dt j n1, c-acp vmd av-j vbi vvn p-acp n2. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 4
184 Some of them were actually in the late Rebellion, and had hitherto enjoyed the benefit of his Majesties Gracious Act of Indemnity, owing their Lives and Fortunes to his Majesties unparallel'd Clemency: some of them were actually in the late Rebellion, and had hitherto enjoyed the benefit of his Majesties Gracious Act of Indemnity, owing their Lives and Fortune's to his Majesties unparalleled Clemency: d pp-f pno32 vbdr av-j p-acp dt j n1, cc vhd av vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 j n1 pp-f n1, vvg po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 ng1 j n1: (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 4
185 Of whom it may be truly said, what St. Peter saith of some in his days, 2 Epist. 2. 22. It is happened unto them according to the true proverb, The dog is turned to his own vomit again; Of whom it may be truly said, what Saint Peter Says of Some in his days, 2 Epistle 2. 22. It is happened unto them according to the true proverb, The dog is turned to his own vomit again; pp-f ro-crq pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn, r-crq n1 np1 vvz pp-f d p-acp po31 n2, crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 vvg p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 d n1 av; (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 4
186 and the sow that was washed to her wallowing in the mire. and the sow that was washed to her wallowing in the mire. cc dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp pno31 vvg p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 4
187 So hard a matter is it to cure one bewitched with the Principles of Rebellion, that after above twenty years he shall return to his old trade as bare-facedly, So hard a matter is it to cure one bewitched with the Principles of Rebellion, that After above twenty Years he shall return to his old trade as bare-facedly, av av-j dt n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi crd vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst a-acp p-acp crd n2 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j n1 c-acp j, (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 4
188 as if we had never heard of his former pranks. as if we had never herd of his former pranks. c-acp cs pns12 vhd av-x vvn pp-f po31 j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Image 4
189 Many of them were Persons, who, besides his Majesties pardon, had partaken largely of his Royal Grace and Favour, been advanced by him to great Honour and Dignity, been intrusted in places of great Power and Eminency; Many of them were Persons, who, beside his Majesties pardon, had partaken largely of his Royal Grace and Favour, been advanced by him to great Honour and Dignity, been Entrusted in places of great Power and Eminency; d pp-f pno32 vbdr n2, r-crq, p-acp po31 ng1 n1, vhd vvn av-j pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1, vbn vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp j n1 cc n1, vbi vvn p-acp n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 36 Image 4
190 and after they had raised their Families, and gotten great Estates by his Majesties Bounty, then lifted up their Heels against him; and After they had raised their Families, and got great Estates by his Majesties Bounty, then lifted up their Heels against him; cc c-acp pns32 vhd vvd po32 n2, cc vvn j n2 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, av vvd a-acp po32 n2 p-acp pno31; (3) text (DIV1) 36 Image 4
191 to whom the King may well say, what our Blessed Lord did to the Jews, St. John 10. 32. when they took up Stones to cast at him; to whom the King may well say, what our Blessed Lord did to the jews, Saint John 10. 32. when they took up Stones to cast At him; p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vmb av vvi, r-crq po12 j-vvn n1 vdd p-acp dt np2, n1 np1 crd crd c-crq pns32 vvd a-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (3) text (DIV1) 36 Image 4
192 for which of those many good works I have done for you, do you now design and contrive this mischief against me? for which of those many good works I have done for you, do you now Design and contrive this mischief against me? p-acp r-crq pp-f d d j n2 pns11 vhb vdn p-acp pn22, vdb pn22 av n1 cc vvi d n1 p-acp pno11? (3) text (DIV1) 36 Image 4
193 Others there were that were ingaged out of Discontent, because they had not all they had a mind unto, Others there were that were engaged out of Discontent, Because they had not all they had a mind unto, ng2-jn a-acp vbdr cst vbdr vvn av pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vhd xx d pns32 vhd dt n1 p-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 37 Image 4
194 because they were not employed in the publick, proportionably according to the opinion they had conceived of their own worth and usefulness to the King and Nation, Because they were not employed in the public, proportionably according to the opinion they had conceived of their own worth and usefulness to the King and nation, c-acp pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt j, av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhd vvn pp-f po32 d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 37 Image 4
195 or because they did not now appear in so high a Station as they had done formerly. or Because they did not now appear in so high a Station as they had done formerly. cc c-acp pns32 vdd xx av vvi p-acp av j dt n1 c-acp pns32 vhd vdn av-j. (3) text (DIV1) 37 Image 4
196 Add to this his Majesties wonderful Lenity and Indulgence towards all sorts of Dissenters, the fresh memory of our late Troubles and Confusions, Add to this his Majesties wondered Lenity and Indulgence towards all sorts of Dissenters, the fresh memory of our late Troubles and Confusions, vvb p-acp d po31 n2 j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, dt j n1 pp-f po12 j vvz cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 4
197 and the direful Consequences of them, the easiness of our present Government under his most Gracious Majesty, who adheres so close to his Laws, and the direful Consequences of them, the easiness of our present Government under his most Gracious Majesty, who adheres so close to his Laws, cc dt j n2 pp-f pno32, dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp po31 av-ds j n1, r-crq vvz av av-j p-acp po31 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 4
198 and hath given us all possible assurance that he will always do so, that great Plenty and Peace we have for so long time enjoyed, excepting only the disturbance which our own intestine Divisions and Commotions have raised, the little prospect any could have of bettering his Condition by such a Revolution as was designed, and hath given us all possible assurance that he will always do so, that great Plenty and Peace we have for so long time enjoyed, excepting only the disturbance which our own intestine Divisions and Commotions have raised, the little prospect any could have of bettering his Condition by such a Revolution as was designed, cc vhz vvn pno12 d j n1 cst pns31 vmb av vdi av, cst j n1 cc n1 pns12 vhb p-acp av j n1 vvn, vvg av-j dt n1 r-crq po12 d j n2 cc n2 vhb vvn, dt j n1 d vmd vhi pp-f vvg po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1 a-acp vbds vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 4
199 and we must conclude that never any men had less reason or provocation to enter into a Conspiracy against the Government, and we must conclude that never any men had less reason or provocation to enter into a conspiracy against the Government, cc pns12 vmb vvi cst av-x d n2 vhd dc n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 4
200 than those Persons who were actually ingaged in this late Treason. than those Persons who were actually engaged in this late Treason. cs d n2 r-crq vbdr av-j vvn p-acp d j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 38 Image 4
201 2. Consider the Motives from which they acted, where I do not mean the true and real ones, which did indeed sway with them, 2. Consider the Motives from which they acted, where I do not mean the true and real ones, which did indeed sway with them, crd np1 dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd, c-crq pns11 vdb xx vvi dt j cc j pi2, r-crq vdd av vvi p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 4
202 and were different according to their several Ranks and Qualities, (some of which I have already mentioned) but the pretended ones which they made shew of, to gain a Party, and were different according to their several Ranks and Qualities, (Some of which I have already mentioned) but the pretended ones which they made show of, to gain a Party, cc vbdr j vvg p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, (d pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn) p-acp dt j-vvn pi2 r-crq pns32 vvd vvi pp-f, pc-acp vvi dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 4
203 and to fasten the People to them; and to fasten the People to them; cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32; (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 4
204 and it would not be very difficult to guess what these were, had we never heard of them. and it would not be very difficult to guess what these were, had we never herd of them. cc pn31 vmd xx vbi av j pc-acp vvi r-crq d vbdr, vhd pns12 av-x vvn pp-f pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 4
205 To be sure the Good and Interest of the People, Care of their Liberties and Properties, To be sure the Good and Interest of the People, Care of their Liberties and Properties, pc-acp vbi av-j dt j cc n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 4
206 and the Defence of the true Religion against Popery. and the Defence of the true Religion against Popery. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 39 Image 4
207 Fear of Popery, and Arbitrary Government, and evil Counsellors, once in the memory of very many here present, made this Nation run mad, fear of Popery, and Arbitrary Government, and evil Counsellors, once in the memory of very many Here present, made this nation run mad, n1 pp-f n1, cc j-jn n1, cc j-jn n2, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f av d av j, vvd d n1 vvb j, (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 4
208 and set us all together by the Ears, cost an infinite Treasure, the Lives of many thousand English-men, and which was more to be valued of that Excellent Martyr King Charles the First. and Set us all together by the Ears, cost an infinite Treasure, the Lives of many thousand Englishmen, and which was more to be valued of that Excellent Martyr King Charles the First. cc vvb pno12 d av p-acp dt n2, n1 dt j n1, dt n2 pp-f d crd np2, cc r-crq vbds av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f cst j n1 n1 np1 dt ord. (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 4
209 And what was the Conclusion of all, but instead of Liberty, enslaving the Nation to a Military Power; And what was the Conclusion of all, but instead of Liberty, enslaving the nation to a Military Power; cc q-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f d, cc-acp av pp-f n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 4
210 instead of Property, Plunder, Sacriledge, and Sequestration, and the setting up freakish Enthusiasm instead of True Rational Religion? instead of Property, Plunder, Sacrilege, and Sequestration, and the setting up freakish Enthusiasm instead of True Rational Religion? av pp-f n1, n1, n1, cc n1, cc dt n-vvg a-acp j n1 av pp-f j j n1? (3) text (DIV1) 40 Image 4
211 And may it not yet without offence be said, that Men were just playing the same Game over again? The same Fears and Jealousies were started, And may it not yet without offence be said, that Men were just playing the same Game over again? The same Fears and Jealousies were started, cc vmb pn31 xx av p-acp n1 vbi vvn, cst n2 vbdr av vvg dt d n1 a-acp av? dt d n2 cc n2 vbdr vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 4
212 and industriously propagated amongst the People; and industriously propagated among the People; cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 4
213 the Government, by a number of impudent Libels, that every where swarmed and were exposed to every ones view, publickly traduced and defamed; the Government, by a number of impudent Libels, that every where swarmed and were exposed to every ones view, publicly traduced and defamed; dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cst d c-crq vvn cc vbdr vvn p-acp d pig n1, av-j vvn cc vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 4
214 all ill Reports of the Kings Ministers, of the Clergy, and all Loyal persons studiously spread amongst the People, all ill Reports of the Kings Ministers, of the Clergy, and all Loyal Persons studiously spread among the People, d j-jn n2 pp-f dt ng1 n2, pp-f dt n1, cc d j n2 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 4
215 and handed from one to another; every miscarriage heightned and aggravated, all Faults and Misfortunes laid at the Kings door; and handed from one to Another; every miscarriage heightened and aggravated, all Faults and Misfortunes laid At the Kings door; cc vvn p-acp pi p-acp n-jn; d n1 vvn cc vvn, d n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 4
216 every thing that was done or ordered mis-construed and mis-interpreted; every thing that was done or ordered misconstrued and Misinterpreted; d n1 cst vbds vdn cc vvn j cc vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 4
217 the Church of England represented as daily approaching nigher to that of Rome; and Mens minds were so generally possessed with such sad Prognosticks, of strange and dismal Evils just coming upon us, that even some honest Persons were almost frighted out of their Wits and Allegiance, the Church of England represented as daily approaching nigher to that of Room; and Men's minds were so generally possessed with such sad Prognostics, of strange and dismal Evils just coming upon us, that even Some honest Persons were almost frighted out of their Wits and Allegiance, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn a-acp av-j vvg av-jc p-acp d pp-f vvb; cc ng2 n2 vbdr av av-j vvn p-acp d j n2, pp-f j cc j n2-jn av vvg p-acp pno12, cst av d j n2 vbdr av vvn av pp-f po32 n2 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 4
218 and could not suspect any harm in them, who talked so speciously of Reformation of Abuses, and could not suspect any harm in them, who talked so speciously of Reformation of Abuses, cc vmd xx vvi d n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vvd av av-j pp-f n1 pp-f n2, (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 4
219 and securing of Religion, and defending the Kings Person: and securing of Religion, and defending the Kings Person: cc vvg pp-f n1, cc vvg dt ng1 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 4
220 all which, as now plainly appears, was designed only to prepare the People for the contrived Insurrection and Rebellion. all which, as now plainly appears, was designed only to prepare the People for the contrived Insurrection and Rebellion. d r-crq, c-acp av av-j vvz, vbds vvn av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Image 4
221 Now of all Rebels they are certainly the worst, that are such out of Conscience; Now of all Rebels they Are Certainly the worst, that Are such out of Conscience; av pp-f d n2 pns32 vbr av-j dt js, cst vbr d av pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
222 and no such desperate Villains as those, who think to please God by Murders and Massacres. and no such desperate Villains as those, who think to please God by Murders and Massacres. cc dx d j n2 c-acp d, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n2 cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
223 Other wicked men may be often checked, are sometimes restrained by their Consciences, and dread of a future Judgment: Other wicked men may be often checked, Are sometime restrained by their Consciences, and dread of a future Judgement: av-jn j n2 vmb vbi av vvn, vbr av vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
224 but what Evil shall they ever boggle at, who commit such gross Wickedness out of compliance with their Consciences, out of Obedience to God, but what Evil shall they ever boggle At, who commit such gross Wickedness out of compliance with their Consciences, out of obedience to God, cc-acp q-crq n-jn vmb pns32 av vvb p-acp, r-crq vvb d j n1 av pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, av pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
225 and expect to be rewarded for it in another World? And is it possible by any thing we can do to bring greater dishonour to, and expect to be rewarded for it in Another World? And is it possible by any thing we can do to bring greater dishonour to, cc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp j-jn n1? cc vbz pn31 j p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vdi pc-acp vvi jc n1 p-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
226 or more effectually to prejudice Rulers and Governours against Religion, than by pretending it to patronize and countenance Faction and Rebellion? If this were the true Genius of Religion, to make men Unpeaceable, Turbulent, Seditious, or more effectually to prejudice Rulers and Governors against Religion, than by pretending it to patronise and countenance Faction and Rebellion? If this were the true Genius of Religion, to make men Unpeaceable, Turbulent, Seditious, cc av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, cs p-acp vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 cc n1? cs d vbdr dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n2 j, j, j, (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
227 and Mutinous, it would then become the great Interest of Princes to guard themselves against it, and Mutinous, it would then become the great Interest of Princes to guard themselves against it, cc j, pn31 vmd av vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
228 as the very Pest of Humane Society, and dangerous to the Civil-Government; but thanks be to God, this is not the temper of our Christianity. as the very Pest of Humane Society, and dangerous to the Civil-Government; but thanks be to God, this is not the temper of our Christianity. c-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1, cc j p-acp dt n1; cc-acp n2 vbb p-acp np1, d vbz xx dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
229 Our Saviours Religion begets in Men the most Gentle and Meek, Patient and Governable Spirits, Our Saviors Religion begets in Men the most Gentle and Meek, Patient and Governable Spirits, po12 ng1 n1 vvz p-acp n2 dt av-ds j cc j, j cc j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
230 and is so far from being inconsistent with Loyalty to our Prince, that it is the greatest tye and obligation to it in the World; and is so Far from being inconsistent with Loyalty to our Prince, that it is the greatest tie and obligation to it in the World; cc vbz av av-j p-acp vbg j p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1, cst pn31 vbz dt js n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
231 and there is no one can throw off his Allegiance towards his Earthly Soveraign, but at the same time he renounces all Duty and Conscience towards God. and there is no one can throw off his Allegiance towards his Earthly Sovereign, but At the same time he renounces all Duty and Conscience towards God. cc pc-acp vbz dx pi vmb vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 j n-jn, p-acp p-acp dt d n1 pns31 vvz d n1 cc n1 p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
232 That Religion therefore, of which Loyalty is not a very considerable part, is not of our Saviours, but of our own making; That Religion Therefore, of which Loyalty is not a very considerable part, is not of our Saviors, but of our own making; cst n1 av, pp-f r-crq n1 vbz xx dt j j n1, vbz xx pp-f po12 ng1, cc-acp pp-f po12 d vvg; (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
233 and when it disposeth Men to such Outrages and publick Mischiefs, it is worse than no Religion at all. and when it Disposeth Men to such Outrages and public Mischiefs, it is Worse than no Religion At all. cc c-crq pn31 vvz n2 p-acp d n2 cc j n2, pn31 vbz jc cs dx n1 p-acp d. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Image 4
234 3. Consider what had followed, had God permitted this Horrid Conspiracy to have taken effect. What certainly had followed God only knows; 3. Consider what had followed, had God permitted this Horrid conspiracy to have taken Effect. What Certainly had followed God only knows; crd np1 r-crq vhd vvn, vhd np1 vvn d j n1 pc-acp vhi vvn n1. q-crq av-j vhd vvn np1 av-j vvz; (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 4
235 but we cannot think any other thing, but miserable Confusion, and the Destruction of us all. but we cannot think any other thing, but miserable Confusion, and the Destruction of us all. cc-acp pns12 vmbx vvi d j-jn n1, cc-acp j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno12 d. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 4
236 For what a Bloody Tragedy must presently have begun, as soon as the surprizing news of the Murder of the King and his only Brother, had arrived to this Great and populous City: When the Streets should have been presently stained with the Blood of our Magistrates, For what a Bloody Tragedy must presently have begun, as soon as the surprising news of the Murder of the King and his only Brother, had arrived to this Great and populous city: When the Streets should have been presently stained with the Blood of our Magistrates, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vmb av-j vhi vvn, c-acp av c-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt vvb pp-f dt n1 cc po31 j n1, vhd vvn p-acp d j cc j n1: c-crq dt n2 vmd vhi vbn av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 4
237 and Ministers, and Loyal Citizens, and all those who were not likely to have proved for their turn. and Ministers, and Loyal Citizens, and all those who were not likely to have proved for their turn. cc n2, cc j n2, cc d d r-crq vbdr xx j pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Image 4
238 Where this would have ended, the Conspirators themselves could not possibly have divined, nor would it have been in their Power, who set the multitude on work, to have put a stop to them, saying, Thus far ye shall go, and no further. Where this would have ended, the Conspirators themselves could not possibly have divined, nor would it have been in their Power, who Set the multitude on work, to have put a stop to them, saying, Thus Far you shall go, and no further. q-crq d vmd vhi vvn, dt n2 px32 vmd xx av-j vhi vvn, ccx vmd pn31 vhi vbn p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp pno32, vvg, av av-j pn22 vmb vvi, cc dx av-jc. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 4
239 Those Murders, and Massacres, and Rapines, and Devastations might have followed, which even the Plotters themselves never intended, Those Murders, and Massacres, and Rapines, and Devastations might have followed, which even the Plotters themselves never intended, d n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2 vmd vhi vvn, r-crq av dt n2 px32 av vvd, (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 4
240 but knew not how to prevent, having raised a Devil that was past their Power and Skill to lay; but knew not how to prevent, having raised a devil that was passed their Power and Skill to lay; cc-acp vvd xx c-crq pc-acp vvi, vhg vvn dt n1 cst vbds p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi; (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 4
241 and there is nothing in the World so Cruel, so Outragious, so Barbarous, as an Armed incensed Rabble, which is like the Sea breaking in, the force of which is not to be resisted. and there is nothing in the World so Cruel, so Outrageous, so Barbarous, as an Armed incensed Rabble, which is like the Sea breaking in, the force of which is not to be resisted. cc pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1 av j, av j, av j, c-acp dt j-vvn j-vvn n1, r-crq vbz av-j dt n1 vvg p-acp, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 4
242 Nay, this might have ended in the destruction of the very Heads of the Plot themselves, who could not promise themselves Security. Nay, this might have ended in the destruction of the very Heads of the Plot themselves, who could not promise themselves Security. uh-x, d vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 px32, r-crq vmd xx vvi px32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 4
243 But this brings me to the Second thing I propounded to speak of, viz. II. The greatness of the Deliverance we are now to bless God for. But this brings me to the Second thing I propounded to speak of, viz. II The greatness of the Deliverance we Are now to bless God for. p-acp d vvz pno11 p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f, n1 crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Image 4
244 To his Gracious Providence seasonably discovering this Traiterous Conspiracy, we do owe the Preservation of his Majesties Life, which is dearer to us than our own, together with the Life of his Royal Brother, To his Gracious Providence seasonably discovering this Traitorous conspiracy, we do owe the Preservation of his Majesties Life, which is Dearer to us than our own, together with the Life of his Royal Brother, p-acp po31 j n1 av-j vvg d j n1, pns12 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, r-crq vbz jc-jn p-acp pno12 cs po12 d, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 4
245 and the continuance of this present Government, which hath so long made the People of England the happiest and most envied People in the World. and the Continuance of this present Government, which hath so long made the People of England the Happiest and most envied People in the World. cc dt n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vhz av av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 dt js cc av-ds vvn n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 4
246 To the same Mercy many of us owe our own Lives; To the same Mercy many of us owe our own Lives; p-acp dt d n1 d pp-f pno12 vvi po12 d n2; (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 4
247 for who knows in such a day who had passed for Papists, or whom they would have accounted ill affected Persons? By this means all true and desirable Liberty is continued to us, for who knows in such a day who had passed for Papists, or whom they would have accounted ill affected Persons? By this means all true and desirable Liberty is continued to us, p-acp r-crq vvz p-acp d dt n1 r-crq vhd vvn p-acp njp2, cc r-crq pns32 vmd vhi vvn j-jn j-vvn n2? p-acp d n2 d j cc j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 4
248 whilst we dwell safely, every man under his own Vine and Fig-tree: while we dwell safely, every man under his own Vine and Fig tree: cs pns12 vvb av-j, d n1 p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1: (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 4
249 the publick Laws, which best maintain our Property, have still their due force, and which to be sure ought not to be forgotten, especially in this place, our pure Religion and Church is yet continued to us. the public Laws, which best maintain our Property, have still their due force, and which to be sure ought not to be forgotten, especially in this place, our pure Religion and Church is yet continued to us. dt j n2, r-crq av-js vvb po12 n1, vhb av po32 j-jn n1, cc r-crq pc-acp vbi j vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn, av-j p-acp d n1, po12 j n1 cc n1 vbz av vvn p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 4
250 Our Orthodox Ministers are not driven into Corners, nor our excellent Prayers and Liturgy thrust out of the Church, to make room for Extemporary Effusions, Our Orthodox Ministers Are not driven into Corners, nor our excellent Prayers and Liturgy thrust out of the Church, to make room for Extemporary Effusions, po12 n1 n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp n2, ccx po12 j n2 cc n1 vvd av pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 4
251 nor every one left at Liberty to serve God when, and where, and how he pleaseth. nor every one left At Liberty to serve God when, and where, and how he Pleases. ccx d crd vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi np1 c-crq, cc c-crq, cc c-crq pns31 vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 4
252 What grateful Acknowledgments do so great a Mercy and Deliverance require from us all; What grateful Acknowledgments do so great a Mercy and Deliverance require from us all; q-crq j n2 vdb av j dt n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp pno12 d; (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 4
253 and by our thankfulness this day for these great and invaluable Blessings, who knows but we may prevail with God, and by our thankfulness this day for these great and invaluable Blessings, who knows but we may prevail with God, cc p-acp po12 n1 d n1 p-acp d j cc j n2, r-crq vvz cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 4
254 and oblige him still to preserve them to us, and to succeeding Generations? and oblige him still to preserve them to us, and to succeeding Generations? cc vvi pno31 av pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pno12, cc p-acp j-vvg n2? (3) text (DIV1) 45 Image 4
255 3. I shall only in the last Place add some few Advices proper for this occasion, and shall mention these four. 3. I shall only in the last Place add Some few Advices proper for this occasion, and shall mention these four. crd pns11 vmb av-j p-acp dt ord n1 vvi d d n2 j p-acp d n1, cc vmb vvi d crd. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Image 4
256 1. Let us from this Conspiracy, by observing the rise and progress of it, the Methods by which it was carried on, 1. Let us from this conspiracy, by observing the rise and progress of it, the Methods by which it was carried on, crd vvb pno12 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, dt n2 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds vvn a-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 4
257 and the Persons that were ingaged in it, make this Rule to our selves, Alwaies to suspect those, who clamour for Reformation of publick Abuses, and the Persons that were engaged in it, make this Rule to our selves, Always to suspect those, who clamour for Reformation of public Abuses, cc dt n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp pn31, vvb d n1 p-acp po12 n2, av pc-acp vvi d, r-crq n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 4
258 and Defence of the true Religion, and yet are scandalously Wicked and Flagitious in their Lives and Manners. and Defence of the true Religion, and yet Are scandalously Wicked and Flagitious in their Lives and Manners. cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc av vbr av-j j cc j p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 4
259 It cannot but be observed almost by every Man, that many of the Heads of this late Conspiracy, were Persons infamous throughout the whole Nation, It cannot but be observed almost by every Man, that many of the Heads of this late conspiracy, were Persons infamous throughout the Whole nation, pn31 vmbx p-acp vbi vvn av p-acp d n1, cst d pp-f dt n2 pp-f d j n1, vbdr n2 j p-acp dt j-jn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 4
260 for their Immoralities and Debaucheries, notorious Whoremasters, Adulterers, Drunkards, Murderers, Swearers, and what not? Now what a fulsome thing is it, for their Immoralities and Debaucheries, notorious Whoremasters, Adulterers, Drunkards, Murderers, Swearers, and what not? Now what a fulsome thing is it, p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, j n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, cc q-crq xx? av q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 4
261 and to be abhorred of all honest Men, to hear such Persons as these set up for the great Patriots of their Country, and to be abhorred of all honest Men, to hear such Persons as these Set up for the great Patriots of their Country, cc pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d j n2, pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp d vvd a-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 4
262 and the Assertors of the Peoples Rights, and Conservators of their Liberties, and Religion? Are Men of such Atheistical Principles, and the Assertors of the Peoples Rights, and Conservators of their Liberties, and Religion? are Men of such Atheistical Principles, cc dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 n2-jn, cc n2 pp-f po32 n2, cc n1? vbr n2 pp-f d j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 4
263 and Prostituted Consciences, fit to be trusted either with Religion, or our Liberties? Or can we desire any greater Argument, that they are moved by some other Design, which they mask under such plausible pretences? The Case of securing the Protestant Religion with such Men is a meer Story, to sham and delude the Ignorant and Unwary. and Prostituted Consciences, fit to be trusted either with Religion, or our Liberties? Or can we desire any greater Argument, that they Are moved by Some other Design, which they mask under such plausible pretences? The Case of securing the Protestant Religion with such Men is a mere Story, to sham and delude the Ignorant and Unwary. cc vvd n2, j pc-acp vbi vvn av-d p-acp n1, cc po12 n2? cc vmb pns12 vvi d jc n1, cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d j-jn n1, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d j n2? dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 n1 p-acp d n2 vbz dt j n1, p-acp n1 cc vvi dt j cc j-u. (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 4
264 Such matter not what Religion prevails, so they can but gain their Secular, Ambitious, Covetous, or Revengeful ends. Such matter not what Religion prevails, so they can but gain their Secular, Ambitious, Covetous, or Revengeful ends. d n1 xx r-crq n1 vvz, av pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi po32 j, j, j, cc j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 4
265 Now this is so palpable a Cheat, so thin a Disguise, that methinks the meanest Person may easily see through it. Now this is so palpable a Cheat, so thin a Disguise, that methinks the Meanest Person may Easily see through it. av d vbz av j dt n1, av j dt n1, cst vvz dt js n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 47 Image 4
266 2. Let us all have a great care of entertaining any ill Opinions or Conceits of our Governours. 2. Let us all have a great care of entertaining any ill Opinions or Conceits of our Governors. crd vvb pno12 d vhb dt j n1 pp-f vvg d j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 4
267 For this is the first foundation of all Sedition or Rebellion. For this is the First Foundation of all Sedition or Rebellion. p-acp d vbz dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 4
268 We must not nourish or give way to any discontents, nor readily give ear to any Factious reports that tend to the disgrace of the Government, We must not nourish or give Way to any discontents, nor readily give ear to any Factious reports that tend to the disgrace of the Government, pns12 vmb xx vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp d n2-jn, ccx av-j vvi n1 p-acp d j n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 4
269 or the disparagement of the Publick Ministers, or that detract from their Reputation and Esteem, who are set in high place of Power and Authority. or the disparagement of the Public Ministers, or that detract from their Reputation and Esteem, who Are Set in high place of Power and authority. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, cc d vvb p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 4
270 Tho' it were really so, that we were oppressed or treated harshly by them, yet we are not to give vent to our Passion, in indecent railing or inveighing against them, called in Scripture Blaspheming or speaking evil of Dignities, Is it fit, saith Elihu to Job, to say to a King, thou art wicked, Though it were really so, that we were oppressed or treated harshly by them, yet we Are not to give vent to our Passion, in indecent railing or inveighing against them, called in Scripture Blaspheming or speaking evil of Dignities, Is it fit, Says Elihu to Job, to say to a King, thou art wicked, cs pn31 vbdr av-j av, cst pns12 vbdr vvn cc vvd av-j p-acp pno32, av pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp j n-vvg cc vvg p-acp pno32, vvn p-acp n1 vvg cc vvg j-jn pp-f n2, vbz pn31 j, vvz np1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r j, (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 4
271 and to Princes, ye are ungodly. and to Princes, you Are ungodly. cc p-acp n2, pn22 vbr j. (3) text (DIV1) 48 Image 4
272 It is to be feared we in this City have much to answer for our immoderate Taxing and lavish Censuring the actions of our Governours, It is to be feared we in this city have much to answer for our immoderate Taxing and lavish Censuring the actions of our Governors, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pns12 p-acp d n1 vhb av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 j vvg cc j vvg dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 4
273 and aspersing our Superiours with Scandalous Imputations; and aspersing our Superiors with Scandalous Imputations; cc vvg po12 n2-jn p-acp j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 4
274 for I doubt not but men may be in this Plot, and have a great hand in this Conspiracy, for I doubt not but men may be in this Plot, and have a great hand in this conspiracy, c-acp pns11 vvb xx p-acp n2 vmb vbi p-acp d n1, cc vhb dt j n1 p-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 4
275 tho' they never met at any of the Consults, nor had any particular part to act in it, though they never met At any of the Consults, nor had any particular part to act in it, cs pns32 av-x vvd p-acp d pp-f dt vvz, ccx vhd d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 4
276 nor knew any thing of killing the King, or of the Insurrection intended, but yet by doing and saying of those things which manifestly tend to the weakning and disenabling the Government, nor knew any thing of killing the King, or of the Insurrection intended, but yet by doing and saying of those things which manifestly tend to the weakening and Disabling the Government, ccx vvd d n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1 vvd, cc-acp av p-acp vdg cc vvg pp-f d n2 r-crq av-j vvb p-acp dt vvg cc vvg dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 4
277 and prejudicing the People against it, they may by this means have been highly instrumental in carrying on this wicked Design, and prejudicing the People against it, they may by this means have been highly instrumental in carrying on this wicked Design, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp pn31, pns32 vmb p-acp d n2 vhb vbn av-j j p-acp vvg p-acp d j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 4
278 for our Deliverance from which we now bless Almighty God. for our Deliverance from which we now bless Almighty God. p-acp po12 n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 av vvb j-jn np1. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Image 4
279 There may be, I say, not a few amongst us, that might never be particularly acquainted with this design, There may be, I say, not a few among us, that might never be particularly acquainted with this Design, a-acp vmb vbi, pns11 vvb, xx dt d p-acp pno12, cst vmd av-x vbi av-j vvn p-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 4
280 yet hoped much that there was one going on, and that some body at some time or other would dare to appear for the liberty of the Subject and Conscience, yet hoped much that there was one going on, and that Some body At Some time or other would Dare to appear for the liberty of the Subject and Conscience, av vvd d d a-acp vbds pi vvg p-acp, cc cst d n1 p-acp d n1 cc n-jn vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 4
281 and whenever they did, they might be sure of their good wishes and prayers: and whenever they did, they might be sure of their good wishes and Prayers: cc av pns32 vdd, pns32 vmd vbi j pp-f po32 j n2 cc n2: (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 4
282 who would have been more than tolerably content, if all that was designed had taken Effect. who would have been more than tolerably content, if all that was designed had taken Effect. r-crq vmd vhi vbn av-dc cs av-j j, cs d cst vbds vvn vhd vvn vvb. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 4
283 These are the men that are watching for, and picking up all the stories that may disturb and disquiet the Nation, that have so much pity for these Conspirators, that they have hardly any for the King; These Are the men that Are watching for, and picking up all the stories that may disturb and disquiet the nation, that have so much pity for these Conspirators, that they have hardly any for the King; d vbr dt n2 cst vbr vvg p-acp, cc vvg a-acp d dt n2 cst vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1, cst vhb av av-d vvi p-acp d n2, cst pns32 vhb av d p-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 4
284 who tho' they dare not publickly say it, yet sliely suspect the truth of this Plot, would fain iamagine a trick in it, who though they Dare not publicly say it, yet sliely suspect the truth of this Plot, would fain iamagine a trick in it, r-crq cs pns32 vvb xx av-j vvi pn31, av av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, vmd av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 4
285 and that it is all an invention of the Court to take away honest mens lives; and that it is all an invention of the Court to take away honest men's lives; cc cst pn31 vbz d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi av j ng2 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 4
286 who could heartily wish that Vienna had been much nigher, and were very sorry to hear that the Turk was likely to go home again, without making some greater fright, some jumble and alteration in our Affairs. who could heartily wish that Vienna had been much nigher, and were very sorry to hear that the Turk was likely to go home again, without making Some greater fright, Some jumble and alteration in our Affairs. r-crq vmd av-j vvi cst np1 vhd vbn av-d av-jc, cc vbdr av j pc-acp vvi cst dt np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi av-an av, p-acp vvg d jc n1, d zz cc n1 p-acp po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 4
287 These men are very far gone, and in next disposition towards Rebellion. These men Are very Far gone, and in next disposition towards Rebellion. np1 n2 vbr av av-j vvn, cc p-acp ord n1 p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 50 Image 4
288 Men do not become Traitors and Rebels in an instant, but first they begin with murmuring and complaining, Men do not become Traitors and Rebels in an instant, but First they begin with murmuring and complaining, n2 vdb xx vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n-jn, cc-acp ord pns32 vvi p-acp j-vvg cc vvg, (3) text (DIV1) 51 Image 4
289 then unmannerly talking of their Superiours, at length plain accusing their Proceedings, till by such undutiful Practices they become Conscious to themselves, that they have offended the Government at so great a rate, then unmannerly talking of their Superiors, At length plain accusing their Proceedings, till by such undutiful Practices they become Conscious to themselves, that they have offended the Government At so great a rate, av j n-vvg pp-f po32 n2-jn, p-acp n1 j vvg po32 n2-vvg, c-acp p-acp d j n2 pns32 vvb j p-acp px32, cst pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp av j dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 51 Image 4
290 as that they cannot be safe under it, and then in their own defence they think of destroying it. as that they cannot be safe under it, and then in their own defence they think of destroying it. c-acp cst pns32 vmbx vbi j p-acp pn31, cc av p-acp po32 d n1 pns32 vvb pp-f vvg pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 51 Image 4
291 3. Let us all be warned to have a great care ofreading Factious Seditious Libels, 3. Let us all be warned to have a great care ofreading Factious Seditious Libels, crd vvb pno12 d vbi vvn pc-acp vhi dt j n1 vvg j j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 4
292 or of imbibing Antimonarchical Principles, many of which have strangely prevailed these last years amongst us, or of imbibing Antimonarchical Principles, many of which have strangely prevailed these last Years among us, cc pp-f vvg j n2, d pp-f r-crq vhb av-j vvn d ord n2 p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 4
293 as that the Supream Power is always in the People, in the King only in Trust; as that the Supreme Power is always in the People, in the King only in Trust; c-acp cst dt j n1 vbz av p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 4
294 And that the People may resume that Power whenever they Please, and call their King to an account for his Execution of it; And that the People may resume that Power whenever they Please, and call their King to an account for his Execution of it; cc cst dt n1 vmb vvi d n1 av pns32 vvb, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 4
295 that here in England the Soveraignty is not by Law compleatly and absolutely in the King; That he is but one of the three Estates of the Kingdom: And especially one very ill Antichristian Principle, which hath done an infinite deal of Mischief amongst us, that Here in England the Sovereignty is not by Law completely and absolutely in the King; That he is but one of the three Estates of the Kingdom: And especially one very ill Antichristian Principle, which hath done an infinite deal of Mischief among us, cst av p-acp np1 dt n1 vbz xx p-acp n1 av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1; cst pns31 vbz p-acp crd pp-f dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1: cc av-j crd j j-jn jp n1, r-crq vhz vdn dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 4
296 and perhaps hath brought more into this Plot than any one thing else, I mean, that it is lawful in some Cases by Force and Violence to resist the Supreme Authority, especially in defence of the True Religion, particularly if the King, or those Commissionated by him, use illegal Force to bring in another Religion, and perhaps hath brought more into this Plot than any one thing Else, I mean, that it is lawful in Some Cases by Force and Violence to resist the Supreme authority, especially in defence of the True Religion, particularly if the King, or those Commissionated by him, use illegal Force to bring in Another Religion, cc av vhz vvn av-dc p-acp d n1 cs d crd n1 av, pns11 vvb, cst pn31 vbz j p-acp d n2 p-acp vvb cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, av-j cs dt n1, cc d j-vvn p-acp pno31, vvb j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 4
297 or to Persecute the Professors of the True Religion. or to Persecute the Professors of the True Religion. cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 4
298 All such Principles as these, and many more might be named, are directly fitted and calculated for such a Conspiracy, All such Principles as these, and many more might be nam, Are directly fitted and calculated for such a conspiracy, av-d d n2 c-acp d, cc d dc vmd vbi vvn, vbr av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp d dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 4
299 and Association as this lately discovered amongst us. and Association as this lately discovered among us. cc n1 p-acp d av-j vvn p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 4
300 Let us all have a care therefore of the books, wherein such poysonous Doctrines are taught, Let us all have a care Therefore of the books, wherein such poisonous Doctrines Are taught, vvb pno12 d vhb dt n1 av pp-f dt n2, c-crq d j n2 vbr vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 4
301 or of the Company of those who profess to believe them, lest before we are aware they insinuate themselves into us, or of the Company of those who profess to believe them, lest before we Are aware they insinuate themselves into us, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi pno32, cs c-acp pns12 vbr j pns32 vvb px32 p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 4
302 and so betray us into infinite mischiefs. and so betray us into infinite mischiefs. cc av vvb pno12 p-acp j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Image 4
303 4. And lastly, What a fit opportunity is this for all those that are Honest and Sincere amongst the Dissenters, to lay aside their Prejudices and little Sngularities, and Affectations, and as one man to unite with the Church? And this would be the greatest means to preserve the Civil State in peace; 4. And lastly, What a fit opportunity is this for all those that Are Honest and Sincere among the Dissenters, to lay aside their Prejudices and little Sngularities, and Affectations, and as one man to unite with the Church? And this would be the greatest means to preserve the Civil State in peace; crd cc ord, q-crq dt j n1 vbz d p-acp d d cst vbr j cc j p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi av po32 n2 cc j n2, cc n2, cc p-acp crd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1? cc d vmd vbi dt js n2 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 53 Image 4
304 for as long as there remain these Divisions in Religion, these several Sects and Parties amongst us, we shall always be in danger of Plots and Conspiracies against the Government. These Parties will be always matter for Ambitious, Discontented Persons to work upon, for as long as there remain these Divisions in Religion, these several Sects and Parties among us, we shall always be in danger of Plots and Conspiracies against the Government. These Parties will be always matter for Ambitious, Discontented Persons to work upon, c-acp c-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp n1, d j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb av vbi p-acp n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. d n2 vmb vbi av n1 p-acp j, j-vvn n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 53 Image 4
305 and to sow the Seeds of Sedition and Rebellion amongst them. and to sow the Seeds of Sedition and Rebellion among them. cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 53 Image 4
306 All the Malecontents in the Kingdom fly to these Dissenters, and to the Separate Meetings for refuge, All the Malecontents in the Kingdom fly to these Dissenters, and to the Separate Meetings for refuge, av-d dt n2-jn p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp d n2, cc p-acp dt j n2 p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 53 Image 4
307 and there herd and shelter themselves. and there heard and shelter themselves. cc pc-acp n1 cc vvi px32. (3) text (DIV1) 53 Image 4
308 This therefore is the time for those amongst them, who heartily love the King and their Country (as many of them profess to do) publickly to disclaim and declare their utter Detestation of all such Principles and Practices, which have given occasion and encouragement to these late Horrid Conspiracies against the Kings Person and Government; with Sorrow to acknowledge how much they have been abused and deceived by the plausible pretences of Wicked Men; to become ashamed and weary of Schism and Fanaticism, since by this late Discovery they cannot but plainly see whither it tends, This Therefore is the time for those among them, who heartily love the King and their Country (as many of them profess to do) publicly to disclaim and declare their utter Detestation of all such Principles and Practices, which have given occasion and encouragement to these late Horrid Conspiracies against the Kings Person and Government; with Sorrow to acknowledge how much they have been abused and deceived by the plausible pretences of Wicked Men; to become ashamed and weary of Schism and Fanaticism, since by this late Discovery they cannot but plainly see whither it tends, np1 av vbz dt n1 p-acp d p-acp pno32, r-crq av-j vvb dt n1 cc po32 n1 (c-acp d pp-f pno32 vvi pc-acp vdi) av-j p-acp vvi cc vvi po32 j n1 pp-f d d n2 cc n2, r-crq vhb vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp d j j n2 p-acp dt n2 n1 cc n1; p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq av-d pns32 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2; pc-acp vvi j cc j pp-f n1 cc n1, a-acp p-acp d j n1 pns32 vmbx p-acp av-j vvi c-crq pn31 vvz, (3) text (DIV1) 54 Image 4
309 how troublesome and dangerous it is to the Publick Peace, what a Bloody Devillish Spirit it possesses men with al; how troublesome and dangerous it is to the Public Peace, what a Bloody Devilish Spirit it Possesses men with all; c-crq j cc j pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, r-crq dt j j n1 pn31 vvz n2 p-acp d; (3) text (DIV1) 54 Image 4
310 lastly, as an Evidence of their sincerity in all this, to return into the Bosom of the Church. lastly, as an Evidence of their sincerity in all this, to return into the Bosom of the Church. ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d d, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 54 Image 4
311 This indeed would be a most happy Fruit of this Conspiracy, if all men would now be perswaded, This indeed would be a most happy Fruit of this conspiracy, if all men would now be persuaded, np1 av vmd vbi dt av-ds j n1 pp-f d n1, cs d n2 vmd av vbi vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 55 Image 4
312 how much it is their Interest and Security to unite in the Publick and Legal Establishment, which under God can be the only probable way of preserving the Peace, Happiness, and Religion of our Nation. how much it is their Interest and Security to unite in the Public and Legal Establishment, which under God can be the only probable Way of preserving the Peace, Happiness, and Religion of our nation. c-crq av-d pn31 vbz po32 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc j n1, r-crq p-acp np1 vmb vbi dt j j n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 55 Image 4
313 The Lord grant that we may all in this our day mind the things that belong to our Peace, The Lord grant that we may all in this our day mind the things that belong to our Peace, dt n1 vvb cst pns12 vmb av-d p-acp d po12 n1 n1 dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po12 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 4
314 before they are hid from our Eyes. FINIS. before they Are hid from our Eyes. FINIS. c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n2. fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 56 Image 4

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