The commination prescribed in the liturgy of the Church of England vindicated, and recommended to the consideration of all pious Christians in a sermon preached to a countrey audience on the first Sunday in Lent, 1679/80 / by Benjamin Camfeild ...

Camfield, Benjamin, 1638-1693
Publisher: Printed for H Brome and R Chiswell
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1680
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A32780 ESTC ID: R1330 STC ID: C377
Subject Headings: Lenten sermons; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A Lent Sermon. Deuteron. XXVII. XV. — And all the people shall answer, and say Amen. A Lent Sermon. Deuteron. XXVII. XV. — And all the people shall answer, and say Amen. dt vvn n1. fw-gr. np1. crd. — cc d dt n1 vmb vvi, cc vvb uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 IT is a most excellent Devotional Service, which our Church hath charitably provided for the Beginning of Lent in the Commination prescribed to be used on Ashwedensday (and at other times * of Solemn Humiliation, IT is a most excellent Devotional Service, which our Church hath charitably provided for the Beginning of Lent in the Commination prescribed to be used on Ashwedensday (and At other times * of Solemn Humiliation, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j j n1, r-crq po12 n1 vhz av-j vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 (cc p-acp j-jn n2 * pp-f j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
2 when the Ordinary shall appoint) as one of the most proper Helps and Expedients she could furnish Penitents with, in that loose and degenerate Age, wherein our Lot is fallen, which is impatient of a severer Discipline; when the Ordinary shall appoint) as one of the most proper Helps and Expedients she could furnish Penitents with, in that lose and degenerate Age, wherein our Lot is fallen, which is impatient of a severer Discipline; c-crq dt j vmb vvi) p-acp crd pp-f dt av-ds j n2 cc n2 pns31 vmd vvi n2-jn p-acp, p-acp cst j cc j n1, c-crq po12 n1 vbz vvn, r-crq vbz j pp-f dt jc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 namely, That, according to the Pattern set us, in this Chapter principally, the General Sentences of Gods Curses against impenitent sinners be distinctly pronounced in the presence of all the People, namely, That, according to the Pattern Set us, in this Chapter principally, the General Sentences of God's Curses against impenitent Sinners be distinctly pronounced in the presence of all the People, av, cst, vvg p-acp dt n1 vvb pno12, p-acp d n1 av-j, dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp j n2 vbb av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 and that every one that hears them should answer as distinctly unto each Sentence, Amen. and that every one that hears them should answer as distinctly unto each Sentence, Amen. cc cst d pi cst vvz pno32 vmd vvi c-acp av-j p-acp d n1, uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 But such is the Licentiousness and Profaneness of our Generation, that, instead of desiring and promoting the Restoration of Primitive Discipline, we will not vouchsafe to come up so much as Thus far. We make light of sin, But such is the Licentiousness and Profaneness of our Generation, that, instead of desiring and promoting the Restoration of Primitive Discipline, we will not vouchsafe to come up so much as Thus Far. We make Light of since, p-acp d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst, av pp-f vvg cc j-vvg dt n1 pp-f j n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp av av-d c-acp av av-j. pns12 vvb n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
6 and slight the Calls of God and his Church unto Repentance; and slight the Calls of God and his Church unto Repentance; cc j dt vvz pp-f np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
7 and live, as if we thought that the happiness and Salvation of the World to come, were worthy but of very little Care and Labour and Pains in our striving to secure it here. and live, as if we Thought that the happiness and Salvation of the World to come, were worthy but of very little Care and Labour and Pains in our striving to secure it Here. cc vvb, c-acp cs pns12 vvd cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vbdr j cc-acp pp-f av j n1 cc n1 cc n2 p-acp po12 n-vvg pc-acp vvi pn31 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
8 We have found out new and easie wayes and methods to Heaven, which the Primitive Christians, the Church of Christ from the Beginning were never acquainted with; We have found out new and easy ways and methods to Heaven, which the Primitive Christians, the Church of christ from the Beginning were never acquainted with; pns12 vhb vvn av j cc j n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, r-crq dt j np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vbdr av-x vvn p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
9 wayes to Heaven without Repentance, without confessing and forsaking our sins, and bringing forth Fruits meet for Repentance. ways to Heaven without Repentance, without confessing and forsaking our Sins, and bringing forth Fruits meet for Repentance. n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg po12 n2, cc vvg av n2 vvb p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
10 We are not for going so far about, but a nearer Cut, a directer Passage of our own devising, a Leap as it were from Hell to Heaven, or hugging our sins all the dayes of our Life, at Death and the Grave to part and shake hands with them. We Are not for going so Far about, but a nearer cut, a directer Passage of our own devising, a Leap as it were from Hell to Heaven, or hugging our Sins all the days of our Life, At Death and the Grave to part and shake hands with them. pns12 vbr xx p-acp vvg av av-j a-acp, cc-acp dt av-jc vvn, dt jc n1 pp-f po12 d vvg, dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vvg po12 n2 d dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp n1 cc dt j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
11 We have time enough to spare for Worldly pleasures and divertisements; but when Religion challengeth our attendance, we have no leisure at all for it. We have time enough to spare for Worldly pleasures and divertisements; but when Religion Challengeth our attendance, we have no leisure At all for it. pns12 vhb n1 av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 cc n2; cc-acp q-crq n1 vvz po12 n1, pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp d c-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
12 We can spend hours and days freely enough in Visits, in Sports, in Drinking, and 'tis well sometimes if not in worse imployments: We can spend hours and days freely enough in Visits, in Sports, in Drinking, and it's well sometime if not in Worse employments: pns12 vmb vvi n2 cc n2 av-j av-d p-acp n2, p-acp n2, p-acp vvg, cc pn31|vbz av av cs xx p-acp jc n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
13 But, Oh! how Scrupulous do we seem in Conscience of taking any part from our six working dayes and Devoting it unto God! But, Oh! how Scrupulous do we seem in Conscience of taking any part from our six working days and Devoting it unto God! cc-acp, uh q-crq j vdb pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp po12 crd j-vvg n2 cc vvg pn31 p-acp np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
14 Pardon me, Beloved, if upon this occasion, I speak somewhat plainly and freely to you. Pardon me, beloved, if upon this occasion, I speak somewhat plainly and freely to you. vvb pno11, j-vvn, cs p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb av av-j cc av-j p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
15 A Pan-Cake Bell, as we call it, upon Shrove-Tuesday, though no Authority injoyn it, will easily draw men from the works of their Callings, A Pan-Cake Bell, as we call it, upon Shrove-Tuesday, though no authority enjoin it, will Easily draw men from the works of their Callings, dt n1 n1, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31, p-acp np1, cs dx n1 vvi pn31, vmb av-j vvi n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
16 and every one is free and forward enough in hearkning to the Summons of it. What a General Rendesvouz and Croud of People is there every where usually upon it! and every one is free and forward enough in Harkening to the Summons of it. What a General Rendesvouz and Crowd of People is there every where usually upon it! cc d pi vbz j cc av-j av-d p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. q-crq dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp d c-crq av-j p-acp pn31! (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
17 But the Bells may Call loud enough and Chime long enough upon the Ash-Wedensday after it (and that by Authority too both of Church and State) yet few or none will take the warning given them, to lay aside their Worldly business for a while, to resort to the Congregation, there to Confess their Sins, But the Bells' may Call loud enough and Chime long enough upon the Ashwedensday After it (and that by authority too both of Church and State) yet few or none will take the warning given them, to lay aside their Worldly business for a while, to resort to the Congregation, there to Confess their Sins, p-acp dt n2 vmb vvi av-j av-d cc n1 j av-d p-acp dt j p-acp pn31 (cc cst p-acp n1 av d pp-f n1 cc n1) av d cc pix vmb vvi dt n1 vvn pno32, pc-acp vvi av po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
18 and give proof of their Repentance, and Humble themselves together before Almighty God, in order to the procuring of his Forgiveness and Blessing. Nor is this all. I would it were. and give proof of their Repentance, and Humble themselves together before Almighty God, in order to the procuring of his Forgiveness and Blessing. Nor is this all. I would it were. cc vvb n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvi px32 av p-acp j-jn np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. ccx vbz d d. pns11 vmd pn31 vbdr. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
19 Too many there are, that are gone a degree farther in their Impiety. Too many there Are, that Are gone a degree farther in their Impiety. av d a-acp vbr, cst vbr vvn dt n1 av-jc p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
20 They content not themselves with abstaining from the Churches Service, but they sit down also in the Chair of the Scorner. They Scoff at, They content not themselves with abstaining from the Churches Service, but they fit down also in the Chair of the Scorner. They Scoff At, pns32 vvb xx px32 p-acp vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb a-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. pns32 vvb p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
21 and Deride, Revile, and Blaspheme that most excellent Service which we then perform, as a Superstitious, Foolish or Wicked thing, and Deride, Revile, and Blaspheme that most excellent Service which we then perform, as a Superstitious, Foolish or Wicked thing, cc vvi, vvi, cc vvb cst av-ds j n1 r-crq pns12 av vvi, c-acp dt j, j cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
22 an uncharitable Cursing of our selves and others, &c. Of whom I must say, as St. Jude in another Case, These speak evil of those things, which they know not, but what they know Naturally, an uncharitable Cursing of our selves and Others, etc. Of whom I must say, as Saint U^de in Another Case, These speak evil of those things, which they know not, but what they know Naturally, dt j vvg pp-f po12 n2 cc n2-jn, av pp-f ro-crq pns11 vmb vvi, c-acp n1 np1 p-acp j-jn n1, d vvb n-jn pp-f d n2, r-crq pns32 vvb xx, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
23 as Brute Beasts, in those things they corrupt themselves. Alas! as Brute Beasts, in those things they corrupt themselves. Alas! c-acp np1 n2, p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb px32. uh! (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
24 None of those Persons consider, what a provocation it is unto God Almighty, in the dayes and seasons of his Grace to harden their Hearts against him: None of those Persons Consider, what a provocation it is unto God Almighty, in the days and seasons of his Grace to harden their Hearts against him: pix pp-f d n2 vvb, q-crq dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp np1 j-jn, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
25 How dear it cost his People of old in the Wilderness, unto whom therefore he sware in his wrath, that they should not enter into his Rest: How dear it cost his People of old in the Wilderness, unto whom Therefore he sware in his wrath, that they should not enter into his Rest: q-crq j-jn pn31 vvd po31 n1 pp-f j p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq av pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
26 How dismal a Requital he hath threatned unto such, Prov. 1. ch. Because I have called and ye refused, I have stretched out my hand and no man regarded; How dismal a Requital he hath threatened unto such, Curae 1. changed. Because I have called and you refused, I have stretched out my hand and no man regarded; c-crq j dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d, np1 crd vvn. c-acp pns11 vhb vvn cc pn22 vvd, pns11 vhb vvn av po11 n1 cc dx n1 vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
27 but ye have set at nought all my Counsel, and would none of my Reproof; I also will Laugh at your Calamity, and Mock when your fear cometh; but you have Set At nought all my Counsel, and would none of my Reproof; I also will Laugh At your Calamity, and Mock when your Fear comes; cc-acp pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pix d po11 n1, cc vmd pi pp-f po11 n1; pns11 av vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1, cc vvb c-crq po22 n1 vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
28 when your fear cometh as Desolation, and your destruction cometh as a Whirlewind, when distress and anguish cometh upon you: when your Fear comes as Desolation, and your destruction comes as a Whirlwind, when distress and anguish comes upon you: c-crq po22 n1 vvz p-acp n1, cc po22 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, c-crq n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
29 Then shall they call upon me, saith He, but I will not answer, they shall seek me early, Then shall they call upon me, Says He, but I will not answer, they shall seek me early, av vmb pns32 vvi p-acp pno11, vvz pns31, cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi, pns32 vmb vvi pno11 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
30 but they shall not find me; for that they hated Knowledge, and did not chuse the fear of the Lord; but they shall not find me; for that they hated Knowledge, and did not choose the Fear of the Lord; cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi pno11; c-acp cst pns32 vvd n1, cc vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
31 they would none of my Counsel, they despised all my reproof: they would none of my Counsel, they despised all my reproof: pns32 vmd pi pp-f po11 n1, pns32 vvd d po11 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
32 Therefore shall they eat of the Fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices. Therefore shall they eat of the Fruit of their own Way, and be filled with their own devices. av vmb pns32 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp po32 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
33 — These Persons think not, how implacable God hath declared himself upon such a like miscarriage, as this of theirs is. — These Persons think not, how implacable God hath declared himself upon such a like miscarriage, as this of theirs is. — d n2 vvb xx, c-crq j np1 vhz vvn px31 p-acp d dt j n1, p-acp d pp-f png32 vbz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
34 You have a full and lively Picture of it drawn for your view, Jsa. 22.12. &c. In that day did the Lord of Hosts call to weeping and mourning, You have a full and lively Picture of it drawn for your view, Isaiah. 22.12. etc. In that day did the Lord of Hosts call to weeping and mourning, pn22 vhb dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31 vvn p-acp po22 n1, np1. crd. av p-acp d n1 vdd dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp vvg cc vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
35 and to baldness and to girding with Sack-cloath; and to baldness and to girding with sackcloth; cc p-acp n1 cc p-acp vvg p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
36 and behold joy and gladness, slaying Oxen and killing Sheep, eating Flesh and drinking Wine, (saying with the Epicurean Drolls of all Ages) Let us eat and drink, for to morrow we die. and behold joy and gladness, slaying Oxen and killing Sheep, eating Flesh and drinking Wine, (saying with the Epicurean Drolls of all Ages) Let us eat and drink, for to morrow we die. cc vvb n1 cc n1, vvg n2 cc j-vvg n1, vvg n1 cc vvg n1, (vvg p-acp dt jp n2 pp-f d n2) vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi, c-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
37 And it was revealed in my ears by the Lord of Hosts, (saith the Prophet) surely this Iniquity shall not be purged from you till ye die, saith the Lord God of Hosts. And it was revealed in my ears by the Lord of Hosts, (Says the Prophet) surely this Iniquity shall not be purged from you till you die, Says the Lord God of Hosts. cc pn31 vbds vvn p-acp po11 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (vvz dt n1) av-j d n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pn22 c-acp pn22 vvb, vvz dt n1 np1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
38 — Nor do I aggravate the matter here by this Comparison beyond what is Just and Right: — Nor do I aggravate the matter Here by this Comparison beyond what is Just and Right: — ccx vdb pns11 vvb dt n1 av p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq vbz j cc j-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
39 For whensoever our Governors, both in Church and State, do by their Laws and Orders call us to Mourning and Fasting and Humiliation, we are to look upon it and interpret it, For whensoever our Governors, both in Church and State, do by their Laws and Order call us to Mourning and Fasting and Humiliation, we Are to look upon it and interpret it, c-acp c-crq po12 n2, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, vdb p-acp po32 n2 cc n1 vvb pno12 p-acp vvg cc vvg cc n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 cc vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
40 as if God himself call'd us by them thereunto; and he expects we should take the warning, which they as his Deputies, give us, as if God himself called us by them thereunto; and he expects we should take the warning, which they as his Deputies, give us, c-acp cs np1 px31 vvd pno12 p-acp pno32 av; cc pns31 vvz pns12 vmd vvi dt n1, r-crq pns32 p-acp po31 n2, vvb pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
41 and construes our despising of them, as a contempt to himself, by whose Authority they Act; and construes our despising of them, as a contempt to himself, by whose authority they Act; cc vvz po12 j-vvg pp-f pno32, c-acp dt n1 p-acp px31, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
42 And so also of old he gave the warning to his People, according to that of the Prophet Joel, ch. 2. Blow the Trumpet, Sanctifie a Fast, Call a Solemn Assembly; Gather the People; Sanctifie the Congregation; Assemble the Elders; And so also of old he gave the warning to his People, according to that of the Prophet Joel, changed. 2. Blow the Trumpet, Sanctify a Fast, Call a Solemn Assembly; Gather the People; Sanctify the Congregation; Assemble the Elders; cc av av pp-f j pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvg p-acp d pp-f dt n1 np1, n1. crd n1 dt n1, vvb dt j, vvb dt j n1; vvb dt n1; vvb dt n1; vvb dt n2-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
43 gather the Children and those that suck the Breasts; Let the Bride-groom go forth of his Chamber, and the Bride out of her Closet; gather the Children and those that suck the Breasts; Let the Bridegroom go forth of his Chamber, and the Bride out of her Closet; vvb dt n2 cc d cst vvb dt n2; vvb dt n1 vvb av pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 av pp-f po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
44 Let the Priests, the Ministers of the Lord, weep between the Porch and the Altar, and let them say, spare thy People, O Lord! Let the Priests, the Ministers of the Lord, weep between the Porch and the Altar, and let them say, spare thy People, Oh Lord! vvb dt n2, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, cc vvb pno32 vvi, vvb po21 n1, uh n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
45 — This you see, is the Truth of the Case, we are all herein Transgressors; — This you see, is the Truth of the Case, we Are all herein Transgressors; — d pn22 vvb, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vbr d av n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
46 though it may be aggravated in some by their Contumacy, and mitigated in others by their Seduction and Inadvertency. though it may be aggravated in Some by their Contumacy, and mitigated in Others by their Seduction and Inadvertency. cs pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d p-acp po32 n1, cc vvn p-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
47 Beseech we God of his infinite mercy therefore, that he lay not this great Iniquity to the Charge of this sinful Kingdom! Beseech we God of his infinite mercy Therefore, that he lay not this great Iniquity to the Charge of this sinful Kingdom! vvb pns12 np1 pp-f po31 j n1 av, cst pns31 vvd xx d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
48 Pray we, as Moses did for the Israelites, Look not O Lord, unto the stubbornness of this People, prey we, as Moses did for the Israelites, Look not O Lord, unto the stubbornness of this People, n1 pns12, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp dt np2, vvb xx fw-fr n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
49 nor to their wickedness, nor to their sin! nor to their wickedness, nor to their since! ccx p-acp po32 n1, ccx p-acp po32 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
50 Or, as we have it our Letany. — From hardness of heart and contempt of thy Word and Commandment, Good Lord deliver us! Or, as we have it our Letany. — From hardness of heart and contempt of thy Word and Commandment, Good Lord deliver us! cc, c-acp pns12 vhb pn31 po12 n1. — p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f po21 n1 cc n1, j n1 vvb pno12! (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
51 However, upon all these Considerations laid together, I have purposely diverted unto the Text even now Read; However, upon all these Considerations laid together, I have purposely diverted unto the Text even now Read; c-acp, p-acp d d n2 vvd av, pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp dt n1 av av vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
52 that I might meet with those who will not so much as afford their presence at such a Solemnity, that I might meet with those who will not so much as afford their presence At such a Solemnity, cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d r-crq vmb xx av av-d c-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp d dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
53 and give them that account of this part of our Service, which may, by Gods Grace, engage them hereafter to a conscionable frequenting of it. and give them that account of this part of our Service, which may, by God's Grace, engage them hereafter to a conscionable frequenting of it. cc vvi pno32 d n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vmb, p-acp ng1 n1, vvb pno32 av p-acp dt j vvg pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
54 And, that I may do this with the better success, I will First set before you the Law and Practise, as it stood among the Israelites; And, that I may do this with the better success, I will First Set before you the Law and practice, as it stood among the Israelites; cc, cst pns11 vmb vdi d p-acp dt jc n1, pns11 vmb ord vvn p-acp pn22 dt n1 cc n1, c-acp pn31 vvd p-acp dt np2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
55 what was the Divine institution and Ordinance among them in this matter; what was the Divine Institution and Ordinance among them in this matter; r-crq vbds dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
56 and then Secondly, shew you, how far we are still concerned in it, or what this observance among them suggests to invite and justifie or vindicate our imitation. and then Secondly, show you, how Far we Are still concerned in it, or what this observance among them suggests to invite and justify or vindicate our imitation. cc cs ord, vvb pn22, c-crq av-j pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp pn31, cc r-crq d n1 p-acp pno32 vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi cc vvi po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
57 First, It is good to consider the Order, which the Lord kept with his People in times pasts, as the Nonconformists themselves have sometimes worded it upon other Occasions. First, It is good to Consider the Order, which the Lord kept with his People in times pasts, as the nonconformists themselves have sometime worded it upon other Occasions. ord, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2 n2, p-acp dt np1 px32 vhb av vvd pn31 p-acp j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
58 The First provision about this we Read of Deuter. 11.26. &c. — Behold, saith Moses, I set before you this day a Blessing and a Curse (that is, Good and Evil, Happyness and Misery) A Blessing, The First provision about this we Read of Deuter 11.26. etc. — Behold, Says Moses, I Set before you this day a Blessing and a Curse (that is, Good and Evil, Happiness and Misery) A Blessing, dt ord n1 p-acp d pns12 vvb pp-f np1 crd. av — vvb, vvz np1, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 d n1 dt n1 cc dt n1 (cst vbz, j cc j-jn, n1 cc n1) dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
59 if ye obey the Commandment of the Lord your God, which I Command you this day, if you obey the Commandment of the Lord your God, which I Command you this day, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po22 n1, r-crq pns11 vvb pn22 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
60 and a Curse if ye will not obey. and a Curse if you will not obey. cc dt n1 cs pn22 vmb xx vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
61 — And it shall come to pass, saith he, when the Lord thy God hath brought thee into the Land, whither thou goest to Possess it, that thou shalt put the Blessing upon Mount Gerizim, and the Curse upon Mount Ebel; Are they not on the other side Jordan, & c? — Thou shalt put, — And it shall come to pass, Says he, when the Lord thy God hath brought thee into the Land, whither thou goest to Possess it, that thou shalt put the Blessing upon Mount Gerizim, and the Curse upon Mount Ebel; are they not on the other side Jordan, & c? — Thou shalt put, — cc pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, vvz pns31, c-crq dt n1 po21 n1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi pn31, cst pns21 vm2 vvi dt vvg p-acp n1 np1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1 np1; vbr pns32 xx p-acp dt j-jn n1 n1, cc sy? — pns21 vm2 vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
62 or give, the Blessing Upon, or Towards, Mount Gerizim (for so the Hebrew Preposition Gnal sometimes signifies) that is, cause it to be pronounced there; or give, the Blessing Upon, or Towards, Mount Gerizim (for so the Hebrew Preposition Gnarl sometime signifies) that is, cause it to be pronounced there; cc vvi, dt n1 p-acp, cc p-acp, vvb np1 (c-acp av dt njp n1 n1 av vvz) cst vbz, vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
63 and so the Curse in like manner Upon, or Towards, Mount Ebel. Thou shalt see or take care that the Blessing and Curse be given forth by the Priests, the Levites, towards these Mountains respectively; and so the Curse in like manner Upon, or Towards, Mount Ebel. Thou shalt see or take care that the Blessing and Curse be given forth by the Priests, the Levites, towards these Mountains respectively; cc av dt n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp, cc p-acp, vvb np1. pns21 vm2 vvi cc vvi n1 cst dt n1 cc vvb vbi vvn av p-acp dt n2, dt np2, p-acp d n2 av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
64 by the Levites, I say, whose Office it was to teach Jacob Gods Judgments, and Israel his Law; by the Levites, I say, whose Office it was to teach Jacob God's Judgments, and Israel his Law; p-acp dt np2, pns11 vvb, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi np1 npg1 n2, cc np1 po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
65 by whom God had before ordered the Solemn Blessing, ch. 10. and the Curses too, as afterwards we find it. by whom God had before ordered the Solemn Blessing, changed. 10. and the Curses too, as afterwards we find it. p-acp ro-crq np1 vhd a-acp vvn dt j n1, vvn. crd cc dt n2 av, c-acp av pns12 vvb pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
66 But of this same matter he speaks more particularly and distinctly in This 27th Chapter. Psal. 12. &c. These shall stand on Mount Gerizim, to bless the People, But of this same matter he speaks more particularly and distinctly in This 27th Chapter. Psalm 12. etc. These shall stand on Mount Gerizim, to bless the People, cc-acp pp-f d d n1 pns31 vvz av-dc av-j cc av-j p-acp d ord n1. np1 crd av np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
67 when ye are come over Jordan, Simeon, and Levi, and Judah, and Issachar, and Joseph, (under which, Ephraim and Manasseh ) and Benjamin. These shall stand on Mount Gerizim to Bless the People, ad audiendam benedictionem, to hear the Blessing pronounced on the People for Obedience. when you Are come over Jordan, Simeon, and Levi, and Judah, and Issachar, and Joseph, (under which, Ephraim and Manasses) and Benjamin. These shall stand on Mount Gerizim to Bless the People, ad audiendam benedictionem, to hear the Blessing pronounced on the People for obedience. c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp n1, np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc np1, (p-acp r-crq, np1 cc np1) cc np1. d vmb vvi p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
68 And these shall stand upon Mount Ebel to Curse, Reuben, Gad, and Asher, and Zebulun, Dan and Naphtali. These on Mount Ebel to Curse, And these shall stand upon Mount Ebel to Curse, Reuben, Gad, and Asher, and Zebulun, Dan and Naphtali. These on Mount Ebel to Curse, cc d vmb vvi p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vvi, np1, n1, cc np1, cc np1, uh cc np1. d p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
69 or for the Cursing, that is, in like manner, to hear the Curse denounced for Disobedience. or for the Cursing, that is, in like manner, to hear the Curse denounced for Disobedience. cc p-acp dt vvg, cst vbz, p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
70 For the People were not on either Mountain to pronounce the Blessing or the Curse, but to hear and witness unto both proclaimed by the Levites, as it follows. For the People were not on either Mountain to pronounce the Blessing or the Curse, but to hear and witness unto both proclaimed by the Levites, as it follows. p-acp dt n1 vbdr xx p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d vvn p-acp dt np2, c-acp pn31 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
71 — And the Levites shall speak and say unto all the men of Israel with a loud voice, Cursed be (or, is) the man that maketh any Graven, — And the Levites shall speak and say unto all the men of Israel with a loud voice, Cursed be (or, is) the man that makes any Graved, — cc dt np1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, j-vvn vbb (cc, vbz) dt n1 cst vvz d vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
72 or Molten Image, an abomination to the Lord, the work of the hands of the Craftsman, or Melted Image, an abomination to the Lord, the work of the hands of the Craftsman, cc j-vvn n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
73 and putteth it in a secret place: and putteth it in a secret place: cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
74 And all the People shall answer, and say, Amen. Cursed is he that setteth light by his Father or his Mother; And all the People shall answer, and say, Amen. Cursed is he that sets Light by his Father or his Mother; cc d dt n1 vmb vvi, cc vvi, uh-n. vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
75 And all the People shall say Amen. — &c. in Twelve particulars, in the end of each of which it is prescribed still in words at length, And all the People shall say Amen. — etc. in Twelve particulars, in the end of each of which it is prescribed still in words At length, cc d dt n1 vmb vvi uh-n. — av p-acp crd n2-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d pp-f r-crq pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
76 And all the People shall say Amen. And all the People shall say Amen. cc d dt n1 vmb vvi uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
77 And as this Office was twice prescribed by Moses in the name of God unto them, And as this Office was twice prescribed by Moses in the name of God unto them, cc p-acp d n1 vbds av vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
78 as we have seen, so afterwards we find it put in practice under Joshua, when he had Conducted them over Jordan to this place. as we have seen, so afterwards we find it put in practice under joshua, when he had Conducted them over Jordan to this place. c-acp pns12 vhb vvn, av av pns12 vvb pn31 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
79 Josh. 8.33. &c. And all Israel and their Elders, and Officers, and their Judges stood on this side the Ark, Josh. 8.33. etc. And all Israel and their Elders, and Officers, and their Judges stood on this side the Ark, np1 crd. av cc d np1 cc po32 n2-jn, cc n2, cc po32 n2 vvd p-acp d n1 dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
80 and on that side, before the Priests, the Levites, which bare the Ark of the Covenant of the Lord, and on that side, before the Priests, the Levites, which bore the Ark of the Covenant of the Lord, cc p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n2, dt np2, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
81 as well the stranger (that is, the Proselite) as he that was born among them. as well the stranger (that is, the Proselyte) as he that was born among them. c-acp av dt n1 (cst vbz, dt n1) c-acp pns31 cst vbds vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
82 Half of them over against Mount Gerizim, and half of them over against Mount Ebel; as Moses the Servant of the Lord had Commanded before, that they should Bless the People of Israel. And afterwards he Read all the words of the Law, the Blessings and Cursings, according to all that is written in the Book of the Law; Half of them over against Mount Gerizim, and half of them over against Mount Ebel; as Moses the Servant of the Lord had Commanded before, that they should Bless the People of Israel. And afterwards he Read all the words of the Law, the Blessings and Cursings, according to all that is written in the Book of the Law; av-jn pp-f pno32 a-acp p-acp n1 np1, cc n-jn pp-f pno32 a-acp p-acp n1 np1; p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhd vvn a-acp, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. cc av pns31 vvd d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 cc n2-vvg, vvg p-acp d cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
83 there was not a word of all that Moses Commanded, which Joshua read not before all the Congregation of Israel with the Women and the little ones and the Strangers, that were Conversant among them. there was not a word of all that Moses Commanded, which joshua read not before all the Congregation of Israel with the Women and the little ones and the Strangers, that were Conversant among them. pc-acp vbds xx dt n1 pp-f d cst np1 vvn, r-crq np1 vvb xx p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 cc dt j pi2 cc dt n2, cst vbdr j p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
84 An august and full assembly, we see, here, of the Rulers and all the People, Women and Children too, an august and full assembly, we see, Here, of the Rulers and all the People, Women and Children too, dt n1 cc j n1, pns12 vvb, av, pp-f dt n2 cc d dt n1, n2 cc n2 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
85 and Strangers (who had embraced their Religion) not excepted. and Strangers (who had embraced their Religion) not excepted. cc n2 (r-crq vhd vvn po32 n1) xx vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
86 — And when Joshua is said to have read all the Blessings and Cursings according to all that was written in the Law, — And when joshua is said to have read all the Blessings and Cursings according to all that was written in the Law, — cc q-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvi d dt n2 cc n2-vvg vvg p-acp d cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
87 and as Moses had Commanded, we must understand that he issued out his Warrant, gave forth his Edict to the Priests the Levites herein to do their proper Office, and what they did at his Command is ascribed to him, as if he had done it. and as Moses had Commanded, we must understand that he issued out his Warrant, gave forth his Edict to the Priests the Levites herein to do their proper Office, and what they did At his Command is ascribed to him, as if he had done it. cc c-acp np1 vhd vvn, pns12 vmb vvi cst pns31 vvd av po31 vvb, vvd av po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 dt np2 av pc-acp vdi po32 j n1, cc r-crq pns32 vdd p-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vdn pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
88 — And so again, though there be no particular mention here of the Acclamations of all the People answering and saying Amen, yet there can be no question at all, — And so again, though there be no particular mention Here of the Acclamations of all the People answering and saying Amen, yet there can be no question At all, — cc av av, cs pc-acp vbi dx j n1 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 vvg cc n-vvg uh-n, av pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
89 but that so we are to conceive of it, because All is said to be done by him according to all that was written by Moses in the Book of the Law about it, where he had his Pattern as well as Commission given him, but that so we Are to conceive of it, Because All is said to be done by him according to all that was written by Moses in the Book of the Law about it, where he had his Pattern as well as Commission given him, cc-acp d av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, c-acp d vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp pno31 vvg p-acp d cst vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31, c-crq pns31 vhd po31 n1 c-acp av c-acp n1 vvn pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
90 and in which it was so often repeated, " All the People shall say Amen. and in which it was so often repeated, " All the People shall say Amen. cc p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds av av vvn, " d dt n1 vmb vvi uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
91 Concerning the place where these two Mountains stood, some difference there is among Cosmographers, which I shall not trouble you with. Concerning the place where these two Mountains stood, Some difference there is among Cosmographers, which I shall not trouble you with. vvg dt n1 c-crq d crd n2 vvd, d n1 a-acp vbz p-acp n2, r-crq pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
92 Josephus describes them near to Sichem, and that is the most common Opinion, it being reported by Travellers into those parts, that near the Gate of that City was Jacobs Fountain, and somewhat above that, a Mount arising with two Tops, Josephus describes them near to Sichem, and that is the most Common Opinion, it being reported by Travellers into those parts, that near the Gate of that city was Jacobs Fountain, and somewhat above that, a Mount arising with two Tops, np1 vvz pno32 av-j p-acp np1, cc d vbz dt av-ds j n1, pn31 vbg vvn p-acp n2 p-acp d n2, cst av-j dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbds np1 n1, cc av p-acp d, dt n1 vvg p-acp crd n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
93 as it were, one against the other, which the Inhabitants thereabouts take for Gerizim and Ebel, the one upon the Right hand, the other on the Left, supposing the Face turned to the East or Sun-rising; as it were, one against the other, which the Inhabitants thereabouts take for Gerizim and Ebel, the one upon the Right hand, the other on the Left, supposing the Face turned to the East or Sunrising; c-acp pn31 vbdr, crd p-acp dt n-jn, r-crq dt n2 av vvb p-acp np1 cc np1, dt crd p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt j-jn p-acp dt vvd, vvg dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
94 Mount Gerizim Southward, which was accounted Dextrum mundi latus the Right side of the World, Mount Gerizim Southward, which was accounted Dextrum mundi latus the Right side of the World, vvb np1 av-j, r-crq vbds vvn fw-la fw-la fw-la dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
95 and Mount Ebel Northward, which hath been ever look'd upon as Male-ominata plaga, an ill-bodeing Coast. and Mount Ebel Northward, which hath been ever looked upon as Male-ominata plaga, an ill-bodeing Coast. cc vvi np1 av-j, r-crq vhz vbn av vvn p-acp p-acp j fw-la, dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
96 Now in the Valley, between these two Mountains, as the story tells us, was placed the Holy Ark, and next to that the Priests the Levites which bore it, Now in the Valley, between these two Mountains, as the story tells us, was placed the Holy Ark, and next to that the Priests the Levites which boar it, av p-acp dt n1, p-acp d crd n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, vbds vvn dt j n1, cc ord p-acp d dt n2 dt np2 r-crq vvd pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 8
97 and all Israel, Officers and People, in their several Tribes, on this side and on that, Half of them over against Mount Gerizim, and Half of them over against Mount Ebel. and all Israel, Officers and People, in their several Tribes, on this side and on that, Half of them over against Mount Gerizim, and Half of them over against Mount Ebel. cc d np1, n2 cc n1, p-acp po32 j n2, p-acp d n1 cc p-acp cst, j-jn pp-f pno32 a-acp p-acp n1 np1, cc j-jn pp-f pno32 a-acp p-acp n1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 8
98 That is, as we are told more particularly, Towards Mount Gerizim were the six heads of the Free Tribes, with their respective Tribes, Simeon and Levi, and Judah and Issachar and Joseph and Benjamin, all Children of the Free-Women, Rachel and Lea. And Blessedness, the Apostle tells us, belongs to the Children of the Free-Woman. Gal. 4.22.31. — Upon this Mount, afterwards the Samaritans are said to have Built their Temple, taking occasion, it seems, from what was now done there for a Superstitious conceit of the place it self, calling themselves, Those that belong to the Blessed Mount. That is, as we Are told more particularly, Towards Mount Gerizim were the six Heads of the Free Tribes, with their respective Tribes, Simeon and Levi, and Judah and Issachar and Joseph and Benjamin, all Children of the free-women, Rachel and Lea. And Blessedness, the Apostle tells us, belongs to the Children of the Free-Woman. Gal. 4.22.31. — Upon this Mount, afterwards the Samaritans Are said to have Built their Temple, taking occasion, it seems, from what was now done there for a Superstitious conceit of the place it self, calling themselves, Those that belong to the Blessed Mount. cst vbz, c-acp pns12 vbr vvn av-dc av-j, p-acp n1 np1 vbdr dt crd n2 pp-f dt j n2, p-acp po32 j n2, np1 cc np1, cc np1 cc np1 cc np1 cc np1, d n2 pp-f dt n2, n1 cc np1 cc n1, dt n1 vvz pno12, vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. np1 crd. — p-acp d n1, av dt njp2 vbr vvn pc-acp vhi vvn po32 n1, vvg n1, pn31 vvz, p-acp r-crq vbds av vdn a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, vvg px32, d cst vvb p-acp dt j-vvn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
99 — And then for Mount Ebel there were six others, the Sons of the Bond-Women, Four of them Born of the two hand-maids, viz. Gad and Asher, the Sons of Zilpah, Lea's hand-maid, Dan and Naphtali of Bilhah, Rachel's hand-maid. — And then for Mount Ebel there were six Others, the Sons of the Bond-Women, Four of them Born of the two handmaids, viz. Gad and Asher, the Sons of Zilpah, Lea's handmaid, Dan and Naphtali of Bilhah, Rachel's handmaid. — cc av p-acp n1 np1 a-acp vbdr crd n2-jn, dt n2 pp-f dt n2, crd pp-f pno32 vvn pp-f dt crd n2, n1 n1 cc np1, dt n2 pp-f np1, npg1 n1, uh cc np1 pp-f np1, npg1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
100 But then, to make up the number even with those on the other side, two are added, that were Born indeed of the Free, Reuben, the Eldest by Leah, but one that had forfeited his dignity by defiling his Fathers Bed; But then, to make up the number even with those on the other side, two Are added, that were Born indeed of the Free, Reuben, the Eldest by Leah, but one that had forfeited his dignity by defiling his Father's Bed; p-acp av, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 av p-acp d p-acp dt j-jn n1, crd vbr vvn, cst vbdr vvn av pp-f dt j, np1, dt js-jn p-acp np1, p-acp pi cst vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp vvg po31 ng1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
101 and Zebulun the last of the Sons by Leah also, and so the least in Dignity. Thus the People are divided into two equal Choires, as it were, the one on the Right-hand, and the other on the Left, with all their Faces towards the Ark; the Blessings to be pronounced by the Levites, towards those on Mount Gerizim, and the Curses towards those on Mount Ebel, over against them, not unfitly declaring (as one of the Rabbi 's observes) Quantum esset inter benedictionem maledictionemque dissidium; and Zebulun the last of the Sons by Leah also, and so the least in Dignity. Thus the People Are divided into two equal Choirs, as it were, the one on the Right-hand, and the other on the Left, with all their Faces towards the Ark; the Blessings to be pronounced by the Levites, towards those on Mount Gerizim, and the Curses towards those on Mount Ebel, over against them, not unfitly declaring (as one of the Rabbi is observes) Quantum esset inter benedictionem maledictionemque dissidium; cc np1 dt ord pp-f dt n2 p-acp np1 av, cc av dt ds p-acp n1. av dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp crd j-jn n2, c-acp pn31 vbdr, dt pi p-acp dt j, cc dt n-jn p-acp dt vvd, p-acp d po32 n2 p-acp dt n1; dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt np2, p-acp d p-acp n1 np1, cc dt n2 p-acp d p-acp n1 np1, a-acp p-acp pno32, xx av-j vvg (c-acp pi pp-f dt n1 vbz vvz) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
102 how great a Distance there is between Obedience and Disobedience, the Blessing and the Curse. A vast Gulf, how great a Distance there is between obedience and Disobedience, the Blessing and the Curse. A vast Gulf, c-crq j dt n1 a-acp vbz p-acp n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc dt n1. dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
103 as it were, between them, like to that we read of in the Gospel, between Abrahams Bosome and the place of Torment. They move towards two opposite points, and are not possibly to be reconciled so as to meet together in one. as it were, between them, like to that we read of in the Gospel, between Abrahams Bosom and the place of Torment. They move towards two opposite points, and Are not possibly to be reconciled so as to meet together in one. c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp pno32, av-j p-acp cst pns12 vvb pp-f p-acp dt n1, p-acp npg1 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1. pns32 vvb p-acp crd j-jn n2, cc vbr xx av-j pc-acp vbi vvn av c-acp pc-acp vvi av p-acp crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
104 Well, the Congregation thus set, we are to suppose that some one or more of the Levites did lift up his voice like a Trumpet, and, as God Almighty 's Herald propound the Articles of his Law and Covenant, turning first to the Right, that is, towards Mount Gerizim, to utter the Benedictions and Blessings. — But, what these Blessings were, Moses doth not specifie; Well, the Congregation thus Set, we Are to suppose that Some one or more of the Levites did lift up his voice like a Trumpet, and, as God Almighty is Herald propound the Articles of his Law and Covenant, turning First to the Right, that is, towards Mount Gerizim, to utter the Benedictions and Blessings. — But, what these Blessings were, Moses does not specify; av, dt n1 av vvn, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d d crd cc dc pp-f dt np2 vdd vvi a-acp po31 n1 av-j dt n1, cc, p-acp np1 j-jn vbz n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, vvg ord p-acp dt n-jn, cst vbz, p-acp n1 np1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2. — cc-acp, q-crq d n2 vbdr, np1 vdz xx vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
105 and this silence of his in the Case is look'd upon by some, as instructive about a Mystery (in like manner as the Apostle to the Hebrews interprets his silence concerning the Genealogie of Melchisedec ) leading the Sagacious Reader to look for them by another, which is Christ, by whom cometh Grace and Truth, and this silence of his in the Case is looked upon by Some, as instructive about a Mystery (in like manner as the Apostle to the Hebrews interprets his silence Concerning the Genealogy of Melchizedek) leading the Sagacious Reader to look for them by Another, which is christ, by whom comes Grace and Truth, cc d vvb pp-f png31 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp d, p-acp j p-acp dt n1 (p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np1 vvz po31 n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1) vvg dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp j-jn, r-crq vbz np1, p-acp ro-crq vvz n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
106 and whom God hath sent to Bless us. and whom God hath sent to Bless us. cc r-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
107 — But, waving this conjecture though these Blessings are not specified, it is not to be question'd, — But, waving this conjecture though these Blessings Are not specified, it is not to be questioned, — cc-acp, vvg d n1 c-acp d n2 vbr xx vvn, pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
108 but they were rehearsed to the People as well as the Curses; but they were rehearsed to the People as well as the Curses; cc-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
109 nay, it is observable, where we have the History of the practise, in the time of Joshua, that the chief, if not only, mention is made of Benediction, as Moses the Servant of the Lord had Commanded before, that they should Bless the People of Israel. Sola Benedictio agebatur: It was their Blessing all along that was design'd and aimed at; nay, it is observable, where we have the History of the practice, in the time of joshua, that the chief, if not only, mention is made of Benediction, as Moses the Servant of the Lord had Commanded before, that they should Bless the People of Israel. Sola Benediction agebatur: It was their Blessing all along that was designed and aimed At; uh, pn31 vbz j, c-crq pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst dt j-jn, cs xx j, n1 vbz vvn pp-f n1, p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhd vvn a-acp, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 np1 fw-la: pn31 vbds po32 n1 d a-acp cst vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
110 the other was but NONLATINALPHABET, a thing as it were, by the by, Subservient and in order to this Benediction, the other was but, a thing as it were, by the by, Subservient and in order to this Benediction, dt n-jn vbds cc-acp, dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp dt a-acp, fw-fr cc p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
111 as a likely means to remove the impediments and hindrances of it. as a likely means to remove the impediments and hindrances of it. c-acp dt j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
112 Those therefore that are versed in the Jewish Antiquities, tell us, that the Blessings are particularly to be Collected out of the Curses here mentioned, answering to each of them. Those Therefore that Are versed in the Jewish Antiquities, tell us, that the Blessings Are particularly to be Collected out of the Curses Here mentioned, answering to each of them. d av d vbr vvn p-acp dt jp n2, vvb pno12, cst dt n2 vbr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f dt n2 av vvn, vvg p-acp d pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
113 A pause being made by the Levite at the end of every Sentence or Period, both of Blessing and Curse, that the People, on both sides, might attest their approbation distinctly to every Article, as he went along, by their joynt Acclamations of Amen; A pause being made by the Levite At the end of every Sentence or Period, both of Blessing and Curse, that the People, on both sides, might attest their approbation distinctly to every Article, as he went along, by their joint Acclamations of Amen; dt vvb vbg vvn p-acp dt np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, d pp-f n1 cc n1, cst dt n1, p-acp d n2, vmd vvi po32 n1 av-j p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp, p-acp po32 j n2 pp-f uh-n; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
114 only with this difference, Those on Mount Gerizim beginning the Amen to the Blessings, and their Brethren on the other side against them on Mount Ebel resounding or ecchoing the like after them; only with this difference, Those on Mount Gerizim beginning the Amen to the Blessings, and their Brothers on the other side against them on Mount Ebel resounding or echoing the like After them; j p-acp d n1, d p-acp n1 np1 vvg dt uh-n p-acp dt n2, cc po32 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 np1 vvg cc vvg dt j p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
115 Those on Mount Ebel again beginning the Amen to the Curses, and their Brethren on Gerizim repeating the same after them. Those on Mount Ebel again beginning the Amen to the Curses, and their Brothers on Gerizim repeating the same After them. d p-acp n1 np1 av vvg dt uh-n p-acp dt n2, cc po32 n2 p-acp np1 vvg dt d p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
116 — And it is not improbable but that the twelve Benedictions, on the one side, — And it is not improbable but that the twelve Benedictions, on the one side, — cc pn31 vbz xx j p-acp d dt crd n2, p-acp dt crd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
117 and the twelve Maledictions, on the other were pronounced alternatim, by turn, or Exchange, Antiq. L. 4. C. ult. and the twelve Maledictions, on the other were pronounced alternatim, by turn, or Exchange, Antique L. 4. C. ult. cc dt crd n2, p-acp dt n-jn vbdr vvn av, p-acp n1, cc n1, np1 np1 crd np1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
118 in the way of Antiphone or Responsal, succinentes sibi invicem, as Josephus hath it, The Levites suppose, first beginning towards the Right with the Blessings thus, Blessed is he that worshippeth the true Jehova only, in the Way of Antiphone or Responsal, succinentes sibi invicem, as Josephus hath it, The Levites suppose, First beginning towards the Right with the Blessings thus, Blessed is he that Worshippeth the true Jehovah only, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp np1 vhz pn31, dt np2 vvb, ord vvg p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt n2 av, vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz dt j np1 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
119 and no other Gods besides or with him, whereunto All the People answer and say Amen, Those on Mount Gerizim beginning the shout, and those on Mount Ebel following them therein. and no other God's beside or with him, whereunto All the People answer and say Amen, Those on Mount Gerizim beginning the shout, and those on Mount Ebel following them therein. cc dx n-jn n2 a-acp cc p-acp pno31, c-crq d dt n1 n1 cc vvi uh-n, d p-acp n1 np1 vvg dt n1, cc d p-acp n1 np1 vvg pno32 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
120 And then, turning to the Left, (or another Levite it may be appointed for the Left ) Cursed is the man that maketh any Graven or Molten Image, &c. whereto All the People again answer and say Amen, Those on Mount Ebel beginning the shout, and those on Mount Gerizim following them in the same. And then, turning to the Left, (or Another Levite it may be appointed for the Left) Cursed is the man that makes any Graved or Melted Image, etc. whereto All the People again answer and say Amen, Those on Mount Ebel beginning the shout, and those on Mount Gerizim following them in the same. cc av, vvg p-acp dt j, (cc j-jn np1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j) j-vvn vbz dt n1 cst vvz d vvn cc j-vvn n1, av c-crq d dt n1 av vvi cc vvi uh-n, d p-acp n1 np1 vvg dt n1, cc d p-acp n1 np1 vvg pno32 p-acp dt d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
121 And then proceeding to the Second, Blessed is he that honoureth his Father and Mother; whereunto all the People in like manner answer and say Amen. And then proceeding to the Second, Blessed is he that Honoureth his Father and Mother; whereunto all the People in like manner answer and say Amen. cc av vvg p-acp dt ord, vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 cc n1; c-crq d dt n1 p-acp j n1 vvi cc vvi uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
122 And on the otherside, Cursed is he that setteth light by his Father, or Mother: And all the People say Amen. And on the otherside, Cursed is he that sets Light by his Father, or Mother: And all the People say Amen. cc p-acp dt n1, vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc n1: cc d dt n1 vvb uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
123 — And so in Order throughout all the rest. — And so in Order throughout all the rest. — cc av p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
124 The First plainly relates to the leading Duty of man to God, which begins the First Table of the Law. The First plainly relates to the leading Duty of man to God, which begins the First Table of the Law. dt ord av-j vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
125 The Second to that of Children to their Parents, which is also the First of the second Table. The Second to that of Children to their Parents, which is also the First of the second Table. dt ord p-acp d pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vbz av dt ord pp-f dt ord n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
126 And then we may observe that the Last is general and comprehensive of all together. And then we may observe that the Last is general and comprehensive of all together. cc av pns12 vmb vvi d dt vvb vbz j cc j pp-f d av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
127 On the one side, suppose, Blessed is he that confirmeth all the words of this Law to do them. On the one side, suppose, Blessed is he that confirmeth all the words of this Law to do them. p-acp dt crd n1, vvb, j-vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz d dt n2 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vdi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
128 — and on the other, — Cursed is he that confirmeth not all the words of this Law to do them. — and on the other, — Cursed is he that confirmeth not all the words of this Law to do them. — cc p-acp dt j-jn, — j-vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz xx d dt n2 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vdi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
129 And all the People say Amen. And all the People say Amen. np1 d dt n1 vvb uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
130 Which interlocutory service finished between Priest and People, the Minister, as 'tis probable, proceeded to repeat all that follows in the 28th Chapter as an agreeable Comment or Illustration upon this Blessing and this Curse, which God had caused to be pronounced among them, Which interlocutory service finished between Priest and People, the Minister, as it's probable, proceeded to repeat all that follows in the 28th Chapter as an agreeable Comment or Illustration upon this Blessing and this Curse, which God had caused to be pronounced among them, r-crq j-jn n1 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, dt vvb, c-acp pn31|vbz j, vvd pc-acp vvi d cst vvz p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 cc d vvb, r-crq np1 vhd vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
131 and they by their Amen had consented to the truth and equity of; and they by their Amen had consented to the truth and equity of; cc pns32 p-acp po32 uh-n vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
132 that they might the better understand and consider, how much was Comprized under either of them, what good things under the Blessing, that they might the better understand and Consider, how much was Comprised under either of them, what good things under the Blessing, cst pns32 vmd dt av-jc vvi cc vvi, c-crq d vbds vvn p-acp d pp-f pno32, r-crq j n2 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
133 and what evil things under the Curse. and what evil things under the Curse. cc r-crq j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
134 And it is not unlikely, but these Blessings and Curses, so distinctly proclaimed by Gods Messenger, And it is not unlikely, but these Blessings and Curses, so distinctly proclaimed by God's Messenger, cc pn31 vbz xx j, cc-acp d n2 cc n2, av av-j vvn p-acp npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
135 and attested to by the People, were the Summary, Epitome, or Abstract of that Law which was at this time also engraven upon 12 great Stones very plainly, Deuter. 27.8. [ in perpetuam rei memoriam ] for a perpetual Remembrance to them all; and attested to by the People, were the Summary, Epitome, or Abstract of that Law which was At this time also engraven upon 12 great Stones very plainly, Deuter 27.8. [ in perpetuam rei memoriam ] for a perpetual Remembrance to them all; cc vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, vbdr dt n1, n1, cc n-jn pp-f d n1 r-crq vbds p-acp d n1 av vvn p-acp crd j n2 av av-j, np1 crd. [ p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la ] p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno32 d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
136 The chief of those Commands, which they were obliged unto, thus recommended to their careful observance, both by the hope of Reward, and the fear of punishment. The chief of those Commands, which they were obliged unto, thus recommended to their careful observance, both by the hope of Reward, and the Fear of punishment. dt j-jn pp-f d vvz, r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp, av vvd p-acp po32 j n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
137 But, passing by all other observations, we have here, you see, a Form of worship prescribed by Moses to all the People, a Form of worship, wherein both Priest and People were interchangeably to bear a part, and a Form of worship to be observed orderly and uniformly among them. But, passing by all other observations, we have Here, you see, a From of worship prescribed by Moses to all the People, a From of worship, wherein both Priest and People were interchangeably to bear a part, and a From of worship to be observed orderly and uniformly among them. p-acp, vvg p-acp d j-jn n2, pns12 vhb av, pn22 vvb, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq d n1 cc n1 vbdr av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av-j cc av-j p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
138 And all the People shall answer and say Amen. And all the People shall answer and say Amen. cc d dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
139 It is well, that there was none of the Spirit, or Leaven, of the Dissentors of our time then among them. It is well, that there was none of the Spirit, or Leaven, of the Dissenters of our time then among them. pn31 vbz av, cst a-acp vbds pi pp-f dt n1, cc n1, pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 av p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 12
140 For they would have said, To what purpose is all this Doe about external and bodily worship? about the uttering of an Amen? about the observing of such Order and Ceremony in it? Nay, they would have gainsaid and quarell'd at it, For they would have said, To what purpose is all this Do about external and bodily worship? about the uttering of an Amen? about the observing of such Order and Ceremony in it? Nay, they would have gainsaid and quarreled At it, p-acp pns32 vmd vhi vvn, p-acp r-crq n1 vbz d d vdb p-acp j cc j n1? p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt uh-n? p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31? uh, pns32 vmd vhi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 12
141 if upon no other ground, yet meerly because commanded, as an intolerable imposition upon their liberty and freedom, a yoke of bondage. Alas! if upon no other ground, yet merely Because commanded, as an intolerable imposition upon their liberty and freedom, a yoke of bondage. Alas! cs p-acp dx j-jn n1, av av-j c-acp vvn, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. uh! (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 12
142 It is no engageing now, as it was then, it seems, for all the People, that they shall observe any thing prescribed them about the service of God; It is no engaging now, as it was then, it seems, for all the People, that they shall observe any thing prescribed them about the service of God; pn31 vbz dx vvg av, c-acp pn31 vbds av, pn31 vvz, p-acp d dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi d n1 vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 12
143 so morose and untractable they are. so morose and untractable they Are. av vvd cc j pns32 vbr. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 12
144 Set them to the Right hand, they will take the Left: Bid them Kneel, or Stand up, they will Sit and Loll: Bid them Answer to any thing, They will be Mutes. Bid them say Amen; they will rather declare, by some or other sign or gesture, a dislike of the disaffection to the worship they are present at. Set them to the Right hand, they will take the Left: Bid them Kneel, or Stand up, they will Sit and Loll: Bid them Answer to any thing, They will be Mutes. Bid them say Amen; they will rather declare, by Some or other Signen or gesture, a dislike of the disaffection to the worship they Are present At. j-vvn pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns32 vmb vvi dt vvd: vvb pno32 vvb, cc vvb a-acp, pns32 vmb fw-la cc fw-la: vvb pno32 vvb p-acp d n1, pns32 vmb vbi n2-jn. vvb pno32 vvi uh-n; pns32 vmb av-c vvi, p-acp d cc j-jn n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbr j p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
145 They are not at all for being bound up to any thing, for obliging themselves, They Are not At all for being bound up to any thing, for obliging themselves, pns32 vbr xx p-acp d c-acp vbg vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
146 or paying their homage and devotion to God [ conceptâ verborum formula ] in any premeditate Form of words drawn up to their hands. or paying their homage and devotion to God [ conceptâ verborum formula ] in any premeditate From of words drawn up to their hands. cc vvg po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 [ fw-la fw-la fw-la ] p-acp d vvn n1 pp-f n2 vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
147 — But that by the way. — But that by the Way. — cc-acp cst p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
148 All I will now further enquire into about the Text shall be concerning the importance and meaning of this word, Amen, which the People, we may presume, here uttered with a great deal of Solemnity and reverence as well as understanding and affection. As we Read at another time, when Ezra Blessed the Lord, the Great God; All I will now further inquire into about the Text shall be Concerning the importance and meaning of this word, Amen, which the People, we may presume, Here uttered with a great deal of Solemnity and Reverence as well as understanding and affection. As we Read At Another time, when Ezra Blessed the Lord, the Great God; d pns11 vmb av av-j vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, uh-n, r-crq dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi, av vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-acp av c-acp vvg cc n1. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j-jn n1, c-crq np1 vvn dt n1, dt j np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 13
149 All the People answered Amen, Amen, with lifting up their hands and bowing their heads, and worshipping the Lord with their Faces to the Ground. All the People answered Amen, Amen, with lifting up their hands and bowing their Heads, and worshipping the Lord with their Faces to the Ground. d dt n1 vvd uh-n, uh-n, p-acp vvg a-acp po32 n2 cc vvg po32 n2, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 13
150 And there was a command for that Amen too, as well as for this, the Amen at the end of their Doxologies, and praises and prayers, which therefore hath been transcribed into the Churches practise ever since. And there was a command for that Amen too, as well as for this, the Amen At the end of their doxologies, and praises and Prayers, which Therefore hath been transcribed into the Churches practise ever since. cc a-acp vbds dt vvb p-acp d uh-n av, c-acp av c-acp p-acp d, dt uh-n p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc n2 cc n2, r-crq av vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n2 vvi av a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 13
151 Well, but what is the proper meaning and interpretation of Amen? That is, the most needful enquiry for our information. Well, but what is the proper meaning and Interpretation of Amen? That is, the most needful enquiry for our information. av, cc-acp q-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f uh-n? cst vbz, dt av-ds j n1 p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 13
152 In answer to this therefore you must know, that it is Originally an Hebrew word, though since admitted by use and custom into all Languages, made a free denizon as it were in all Countries, retain'd in all Tongues and among all People. In answer to this Therefore you must know, that it is Originally an Hebrew word, though since admitted by use and custom into all Languages, made a free denizen as it were in all Countries, retained in all Tongues and among all People. p-acp n1 p-acp d av pn22 vmb vvi, cst pn31 vbz av-j dt njp n1, c-acp c-acp vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, vvd dt j n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp d n2, vvn p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
153 Now in the Hebrew it hath relation unto Truth, and so it is used sometimes as a Noun, Now in the Hebrew it hath Relation unto Truth, and so it is used sometime as a Noun, av p-acp dt njp pn31 vhz n1 p-acp n1, cc av pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
154 for Truth it self, but more usually as an Adverb, for Truly, in confirmation of Truth. for Truth it self, but more usually as an Adverb, for Truly, in confirmation of Truth. c-acp n1 pn31 n1, p-acp av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1, p-acp av-j, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
155 (1.) It is used as a Noun, for Truth, Verity, Faithfulness; (1.) It is used as a Noun, for Truth, Verity, Faithfulness; (crd) pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1, n1, n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 13
156 So God himself is call'd The Amen, we English it the God of Truth. Isa. 65.16. That he who Blesseth himself in the Earth, shall Bless himself in the God of Truth; So God himself is called The Amen, we English it the God of Truth. Isaiah 65.16. That he who Blesses himself in the Earth, shall Bless himself in the God of Truth; av np1 px31 vbz vvn dt uh-n, po12 jp zz dt np1 pp-f n1. np1 crd. cst pns31 r-crq vvz px31 p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 13
157 and he, that Sweareth in the Earth, shall Swear by the God of Truth. It is in the Hebrew, in and by God the Amen. and he, that Sweareth in the Earth, shall Swear by the God of Truth. It is in the Hebrew, in and by God the Amen. cc pns31, cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vmb vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. pn31 vbz p-acp dt njp, p-acp cc p-acp np1 dt uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
158 He alone is Truth, the Very and True God, in whose Name we are to Bless, He alone is Truth, the Very and True God, in whose Name we Are to Bless, pns31 av-j vbz n1, dt j cc j np1, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
159 and by whose Name we are to Swear. and by whose Name we Are to Swear. cc p-acp rg-crq n1 pns12 vbr p-acp vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
160 And thus, in the New Testament, Christ, being also the True God, is in like manner call'd The Amen. Rev. 3.14. These things saith the Amen, the Faithful and True witness; And thus, in the New Testament, christ, being also the True God, is in like manner called The Amen. Rev. 3.14. These things Says the Amen, the Faithful and True witness; cc av, p-acp dt j n1, np1, vbg av dt j np1, vbz p-acp j n1 vvn dt uh-n. n1 crd. np1 n2 vvz dt uh-n, dt j cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
161 where the Later words explain the Former, the Greek pertinently glossing upon the Hebrew (as chap. 1.8. I am Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the Ending) The Amen, that is, " The Faithful and True witness, or as he elsewhere stiles himself " The Truth. St. John 14.6. where the Later words explain the Former, the Greek pertinently glossing upon the Hebrew (as chap. 1.8. I am Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the Ending) The Amen, that is, " The Faithful and True witness, or as he elsewhere stile himself " The Truth. Saint John 14.6. c-crq dt jc n2 vvi dt j, dt jp av-j vvg p-acp dt njp (c-acp n1 crd. pns11 vbm np1 cc np1, dt n1 cc dt vvg) dt uh-n, cst vbz, " dt j cc j n1, cc c-acp pns31 av n1 px31 " dt n1. n1 np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
162 And so the word is used too by St. Paul, apply'd to the Promises of God through him. 2 Cor. 1.20. All the promises of God are in him, yea and in him Amen. i. e. Truth and Truth; And so the word is used too by Saint Paul, applied to the Promises of God through him. 2 Cor. 1.20. All the promises of God Are in him, yea and in him Amen. i. e. Truth and Truth; cc av dt n1 vbz vvn av p-acp n1 np1, vvn p-acp dt vvz pp-f np1 p-acp pno31. crd np1 crd. av-d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp pno31, uh cc p-acp pno31 uh-n. pns11. sy. n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
163 most certain, perfect and infallible Truth. most certain, perfect and infallible Truth. av-ds j, j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 14
164 But then (2ly.) it is most frequently used Adverbially, and then, as I said, the importance of it is Truly or Verily, as we often render it. But then (2ly.) it is most frequently used Adverbially, and then, as I said, the importance of it is Truly or Verily, as we often render it. p-acp av (j.) pn31 vbz av-ds av-j vvn av-j, cc av, c-acp pns11 vvd, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av-j cc av-j, c-acp pns12 av vvb pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 14
165 And this is the primary, signification and use of it, as a word of Vehement asseveration or earnest affirming. And this is the primary, signification and use of it, as a word of Vehement asseveration or earnest affirming. cc d vbz dt j, n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 14
166 Thus in St. Matthew ch. 24, 47. " Amen I say unto you. Thus in Saint Matthew changed. 24, 47. " Amen I say unto you. av p-acp n1 np1 vvn. crd, crd " uh-n pns11 vvb p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 14
167 So it is in the Original. We English it " Verily. But then in St. Luke. ch. 12.44. So it is in the Original. We English it " Verily. But then in Saint Lycia. changed. 12.44. av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn. pns12 jp pn31 " av-j. p-acp av p-acp n1 av. vvn. crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 14
168 where the same thing is repeated, the Greek Varies, NONLATINALPHABET, that is, Truly, in Truth, or, as we there English it, Of a Truth I say unto you. where the same thing is repeated, the Greek Varies,, that is, Truly, in Truth, or, as we there English it, Of a Truth I say unto you. c-crq dt d n1 vbz vvn, dt jp vvz,, cst vbz, av-j, p-acp n1, cc, c-acp pns12 a-acp np1 fw-la, pp-f dt n1 pns11 vvb p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 14
169 — In another place we find it rendred by NONLATINALPHABET, which is, in Greek, the Adverb of Affirming, answerable to the Latines, Etiam, and our Yea, (as where Christ injoyns, let your Communication be yea yea, &c. St. Matth. 5) Thus in St. Matthew ch. 23.36. " Amen I say unto you, we read it, " Verily. But it is in St. Luke ch. 11.51. NONLATINALPHABET, " Yea I say unto you, though in our. — In Another place we find it rendered by, which is, in Greek, the Adverb of Affirming, answerable to the Latins, Etiam, and our Yea, (as where christ enjoins, let your Communication be yea yea, etc. Saint Matthew 5) Thus in Saint Matthew changed. 23.36. " Amen I say unto you, we read it, " Verily. But it is in Saint Lycia changed. 11.51., " Yea I say unto you, though in our. — p-acp j-jn n1 pns12 vvb pn31 vvn p-acp, r-crq vbz, p-acp jp, dt n1 pp-f vvg, j p-acp dt np1, fw-la, cc po12 uh, (c-acp c-crq np1 vvz, vvb po22 n1 vbb uh uh, av n1 np1 crd) av p-acp n1 np1 vvn. crd. " uh-n pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns12 vvb pn31, " av-j. p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 av vvn. crd., " uh pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, c-acp p-acp po12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 14
170 Translation we have no notice of it. — Sometimes we find both the Greek and Hebrew put together. translation we have no notice of it. — Sometime we find both the Greek and Hebrew put together. n1 pns12 vhb dx n1 pp-f pn31. — av pns12 vvb d dt jp cc njp vvd av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 14
171 So in the place before quoted, All the promises in him yea, and in him Amen. NONLATINALPHABET; So in the place before quoted, All the promises in him yea, and in him Amen.; av p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvn, d dt n2 p-acp pno31 uh, cc p-acp pno31 uh-n.; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
172 for the Noun: and so for the Adverb too. Revel. 1.7. for the Noun: and so for the Adverb too. Revel. 1.7. p-acp dt n1: cc av p-acp dt n1 av. vvb. crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
173 Behold, he cometh with Clouds, and every eye shall see him, &c. NONLATINALPHABET, " Yea, Amen. We read it, Even so Amen. And this was usually ingeminated by our Blessed Saviour, when he was most earnest in his asseverations. Behold, he comes with Clouds, and every eye shall see him, etc., " Yea, Amen. We read it, Even so Amen. And this was usually ingeminated by our Blessed Saviour, when he was most earnest in his asseverations. vvb, pns31 vvz p-acp n2, cc d n1 vmb vvi pno31, av, " uh, uh-n. pns12 vvb pn31, av-j av uh-n. cc d vbds av-j vvn p-acp po12 vvn n1, c-crq pns31 vbds av-ds j p-acp po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
174 Amen, Amen: or Verily, Verily I say unto you. St. John 3.3. and 5.14.12.16.23, &c. From all this now we gather, that Amen is most properly a note of Affirmation. Amen, Amen: or Verily, Verily I say unto you. Saint John 3.3. and 5.14.12.16.23, etc. From all this now we gather, that Amen is most properly a note of Affirmation. uh-n, uh-n: cc av-j, av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22. n1 np1 crd. cc crd, av p-acp d d av pns12 vvb, cst uh-n vbz av-ds av-j dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
175 And, when it comes at the end of a Sentence, we are to construe it according to the matter going before it. And, when it comes At the end of a Sentence, we Are to construe it according to the matter going before it. cc, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 vvg p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
176 If it be any thing possitively declared from God; If it be any thing positively declared from God; cs pn31 vbb d n1 av-j vvn p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
177 then Amen, is the Subscription or Seal as it were of our Faith added to it. then Amen, is the Subscription or Seal as it were of our Faith added to it. av uh-n, vbz dt n1 cc n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr pp-f po12 n1 vvn p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
178 Thus we have it at the end of our Creed, Amen, that is our Creed over again in one word. Thus we have it At the end of our Creed, Amen, that is our Creed over again in one word. av pns12 vhb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, uh-n, cst vbz po12 n1 p-acp av p-acp crd n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
179 " So I believe, NONLATINALPHABET, as Aquila & Symmachus sometimes render it. " Assuredly, so it is. " So I believe,, as Aquila & Symmachus sometime render it. " Assuredly, so it is. " av pns11 vvb,, c-acp np1 cc np1 av vvi pn31. " av-vvn, av pn31 vbz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
180 — " The Creator, saith St. Paul, who is Blessed for evermore, Amen, yea, that he is. — " The Creator, Says Saint Paul, who is Blessed for evermore, Amen, yea, that he is. — " dt n1, vvz n1 np1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp av, uh-n, uh, cst pns31 vbz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
181 — If it be matter of Desire or Prayer, Then it is all the Prayer repeated again in one word, which the Greek turns by, NONLATINALPHABET, the Latines by, Fiat, we in English, so be it, I come quickly, saith Christ: Amen, saith the Apostle, come Lord Jesus, that is, I both believe and desire it. — If it be matter of Desire or Prayer, Then it is all the Prayer repeated again in one word, which the Greek turns by,, the Latins by, Fiat, we in English, so be it, I come quickly, Says christ: Amen, Says the Apostle, come Lord jesus, that is, I both believe and desire it. — cs pn31 vbb n1 pp-f vvb cc n1, av pn31 vbz av-d dt n1 vvn av p-acp crd n1, r-crq dt jp vvz p-acp,, dt np1 p-acp, zz, pns12 p-acp jp, av vbb pn31, pns11 vvb av-j, vvz np1: uh-n, vvz dt n1, vvb n1 np1, cst vbz, pns11 av-d vvb cc vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
182 So the Prophet Jeremiah. God having said, obey my voice, that I may perform the Oath, which I have Sworn to your Fathers, &c. — Then answer'd I (saith he) and said, Amen; O Lord. We read it, " So be it, O Lord. So the Prophet Jeremiah. God having said, obey my voice, that I may perform the Oath, which I have Sworn to your Father's, etc. — Then answered I (Says he) and said, Amen; Oh Lord. We read it, " So be it, Oh Lord. av dt n1 np1. np1 vhg vvn, vvb po11 n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi dt n1, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po22 n2, av — av vvd pns11 (vvz pns31) cc vvd, uh-n; uh n1. pns12 vvb pn31, " av vbb pn31, uh n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
183 It is an expression both of Faith in Gods promises, and Desire to enjoy them. But in another place of that Prophet it denotes desire alone and by it self without any belief or perswasion of the Truth of what went before. It is an expression both of Faith in God's promises, and Desire to enjoy them. But in Another place of that Prophet it denotes desire alone and by it self without any belief or persuasion of the Truth of what went before. pn31 vbz dt n1 av-d pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n2, cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno32. cc-acp p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 pn31 vvz vvi av-j cc p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvd a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
184 Thus, when Hananiah had Prophecied falsly the return of the Vessels and of Jechoniah; Jeremiah, to express his good wishes only, though he knew and foretold the Contrary, saith upon it; Amen, The Lord do so. Thus, when Hananiah had Prophesied falsely the return of the Vessels and of Jechoniah; Jeremiah, to express his good wishes only, though he knew and foretold the Contrary, Says upon it; Amen, The Lord do so. av, c-crq np1 vhd vvn av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc pp-f np1; np1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 av-j, c-acp pns31 vvd cc vvd dt j-jn, vvz p-acp pn31; uh-n, dt n1 vdb av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 16
185 The Lord perform the words which thou hast promised. — q. d. This would please me very well; The Lord perform the words which thou hast promised. — q. worser. This would please me very well; dt n1 vvb dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn. — vvd. sy. d vmd vvi pno11 av av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 16
186 and This is matter of my hearty wishes too, if so it pleased God. and This is matter of my hearty wishes too, if so it pleased God. cc d vbz n1 pp-f po11 j n2 av, cs av pn31 vvd np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 16
187 Amen, Originally and primarily is, Affirmantis, a word of Faith and perswasion, affirming or assenting to the truth of what is said. Amen, Originally and primarily is, Affirmantis, a word of Faith and persuasion, affirming or assenting to the truth of what is said. uh-n, av-j cc av-j vbz, np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
188 But sometimes it is moreover according to what goes before it, Optantis, a word of wishing and desiring, or Concedentis & ratum habentis, a note of consent and ratification, And that is the chief notion under which we are to look upon it throughout the Churches Service. As a Subscription of him that useth it to that which went before; But sometime it is moreover according to what Goes before it, Optantis, a word of wishing and desiring, or Concedentis & ratum habentis, a note of consent and ratification, And that is the chief notion under which we Are to look upon it throughout the Churches Service. As a Subscription of him that uses it to that which went before; p-acp av pn31 vbz av vvg p-acp q-crq vvz p-acp pn31, np1, dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg, cc npg1 cc fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc d vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt ng1 n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz pn31 p-acp d r-crq vvd a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
189 as a Testimony of his assent and consent thereunto; and accordingly sometimes not only his Faith and perswasion, but his wishes and desires. Amen all the end of our prayers and praises is, So be it. At the end of our Creeds, So it is. as a Testimony of his assent and consent thereunto; and accordingly sometime not only his Faith and persuasion, but his wishes and Desires. Amen all the end of our Prayers and praises is, So be it. At the end of our Creeds, So it is. c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi cc vvi av; cc av-vvg av xx av-j po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp po31 n2 cc n2. uh-n d dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2 vbz, av vbb pn31. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, av pn31 vbz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
190 And in like manner, whensoever an affirmation goes before it, as in these Sentences — " Cursed is the man, who doth so and so. And in like manner, whensoever an affirmation Goes before it, as in these Sentences — " Cursed is the man, who does so and so. cc p-acp j n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31, c-acp p-acp d n2 — " j-vvn vbz dt n1, r-crq vdz av cc av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
191 Amen is, So we believe. Hereby therefore the people Saying Amen to these Curses, as before to the Blessings, did openly testifie their firm belief of what had been pronounced in the name of God; Amen is, So we believe. Hereby Therefore the people Saying Amen to these Curses, as before to the Blessings, did openly testify their firm belief of what had been pronounced in the name of God; uh-n vbz, av pns12 vvb. av av dt n1 vvg uh-n p-acp d n2, c-acp a-acp p-acp dt n2, vdd av-j vvi po32 j n1 pp-f r-crq vhd vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
192 set to their Seal, that God was true, and as his promises of Blessing to be embraced, Set to their Seal, that God was true, and as his promises of Blessing to be embraced, vvn p-acp po32 n1, cst np1 vbds j, cc p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
193 so his threatnings of Curse to be feared. They did hereby declare publickly their assent to the truth and Equity of them all; so his threatenings of Curse to be feared. They did hereby declare publicly their assent to the truth and Equity of them all; av po31 n2-vvg pp-f vvi pc-acp vbi vvn. pns32 vdd av vvb av-j po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
194 that it was but just and fitting that, whosoever among them did so and so transgress, should so and so be punished; that it was but just and fitting that, whosoever among them did so and so transgress, should so and so be punished; cst pn31 vbds cc-acp j cc vvg cst, r-crq p-acp pno32 vdd av cc av vvi, vmd av cc av vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
195 The disobedient accursed, as the obedient Blessed; The disobedient accursed, as the obedient Blessed; dt j j-vvn, c-acp dt j j-vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
196 and upon the whole they gave up their full consent to the Law of God, established and ratified with these Blessings in it to the Obedient, and upon the Whole they gave up their full consent to the Law of God, established and ratified with these Blessings in it to the Obedient, cc p-acp dt n-jn pns32 vvd a-acp po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
197 and Curses to the Disobedient, as all Laws are with the People sanctions of due Rewards and Punishments. and Curses to the Disobedient, as all Laws Are with the People sanctions of due Rewards and Punishments. cc n2 p-acp dt j, c-acp d n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 n2 pp-f j-jn n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
198 They did not therefore, as some vainly surmise, herein unnaturally Curse themselves, or wish these Curses absolutely to light upon themselves; They did not Therefore, as Some vainly surmise, herein unnaturally Curse themselves, or wish these Curses absolutely to Light upon themselves; pns32 vdd xx av, c-acp d av-j vvi, av av-j vvb px32, cc vvb d n2 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp px32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
199 No more than he that consenteth to any Law, that hath a penalty annexed to it. No more than he that consenteth to any Law, that hath a penalty annexed to it. av-dx dc cs pns31 cst vvz p-acp d n1, cst vhz dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
200 He only saith in effect, I consent to the Law thus promulged; I yield to the justice and equity of this punishment upon the breach of it; He only Says in Effect, I consent to the Law thus promulged; I yield to the Justice and equity of this punishment upon the breach of it; pns31 av-j vvz p-acp vvi, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 av vvn; pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
201 and think those worthy of the punishment who shall presume to break it. and think those worthy of the punishment who shall presume to break it. cc vvb d j pp-f dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
202 But, all the while, the scope, design and intention of the Law is Obedience and a Blessing upon that Obedience; But, all the while, the scope, Design and intention of the Law is obedience and a Blessing upon that obedience; p-acp, d dt n1, dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1 cc dt n1 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
203 and the punishment annexed only to deter from the violation of it. and the punishment annexed only to deter from the violation of it. cc dt n1 vvn av-j p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
204 But then indeed, upon a supposition of such a wicked violation, we declare further, that the penalty is but just and righteous; But then indeed, upon a supposition of such a wicked violation, we declare further, that the penalty is but just and righteous; p-acp av av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt j n1, pns12 vvb av-jc, cst dt n1 vbz p-acp j cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
205 nay, and we do voluntarily expose our selves to the Infliction of it, by consenting to the Law so established. nay, and we do voluntarily expose our selves to the Infliction of it, by consenting to the Law so established. uh, cc pns12 vdb av-jn vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 av vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
206 And that now was the chief design of what was here prescribed — And all the People shall answer and say, Amen. And that now was the chief Design of what was Here prescribed — And all the People shall answer and say, Amen. cc cst av vbds dt j-jn n1 pp-f r-crq vbds av vvn — cc d dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi, uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
207 viz. openly to testifie their Consent, as hath been said, to the Law of God that had this penalty or Curse by him annexed to the breach of it; viz. openly to testify their Consent, as hath been said, to the Law of God that had this penalty or Curse by him annexed to the breach of it; n1 av-j pc-acp vvi po32 vvb, c-acp vhz vbn vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vhd d n1 cc vvb p-acp pno31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
208 and so to enter themselves solemnly into Covenant with God, in hopes of his Blessing, and in dread of his Curse, both which were set before them; and so to enter themselves solemnly into Covenant with God, in hope's of his Blessing, and in dread of his Curse, both which were Set before them; cc av p-acp vvb px32 av-j p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, d r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
209 thus to vow and swear fealty to Gods Laws, and bind their Souls with a Bond unto him; thus to Voelli and swear fealty to God's Laws, and bind their Souls with a Bound unto him; av pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp npg1 n2, cc vvb po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
210 as the Psalmist saith of himself, I have Sworn to keep thy righteous Judgments. as the Psalmist Says of himself, I have Sworn to keep thy righteous Judgments. p-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f px31, pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi po21 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
211 — And every vow and Oath made unto God doth necessarily end in a Curse upon our selves, — And every Voelli and Oath made unto God does necessarily end in a Curse upon our selves, — cc d n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp np1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
212 if we break it, as Plutarch well notes; if we break it, as Plutarch well notes; cs pns12 vvb pn31, c-acp ng1 av n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
213 a Curse which by our perjurie we pull down upon our selves, and may in a sort too, a Curse which by our perjury we pull down upon our selves, and may in a sort too, dt n1 r-crq p-acp po12 n1 pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp po12 n2, cc vmb p-acp dt n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
214 namely, upon that supposition, be said before-hand to imprecate. namely, upon that supposition, be said beforehand to imprecate. av, p-acp d n1, vbb vvn av pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
215 So when Nehemiah took an Oath of the Priests to do according to their promise of Restitution. So when Nehemiah took an Oath of the Priests to do according to their promise of Restitution. av c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vdi av-vvg p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
216 ch. 5. He shook his Lap and said, so God shake out every man from his house, changed. 5. He shook his Lap and said, so God shake out every man from his house, vvn. crd pns31 vvd po31 n1 cc vvd, av np1 vvb av d n1 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
217 and from his Labour, that performeth not this promise, even thus be he shaken out and emptyed! and from his Labour, that Performeth not this promise, even thus be he shaken out and emptied! cc p-acp po31 n1, cst vvz xx d n1, av av vbb pns31 vvn av cc vvn! (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
218 And all the people said Amen, and praised the Lord and did According to this promise. 11.13. And all the people said Amen, and praised the Lord and did According to this promise. 11.13. cc d dt n1 vvd uh-n, cc vvd dt n1 cc vdd p-acp p-acp d n1. crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
219 Yet here they did not properly Curse themselves, neither, but testified their belief, that God would so Curse the Disobedient, and that it was just and Righteous that so he should, whoever they were, Yet Here they did not properly Curse themselves, neither, but testified their belief, that God would so Curse the Disobedient, and that it was just and Righteous that so he should, whoever they were, av av pns32 vdd xx av-j vvi px32, av-dx, cc-acp vvd po32 n1, cst np1 vmd av vvi dt j, cc cst pn31 vbds j cc j cst av pns31 vmd, r-crq pns32 vbdr, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
220 and hereupon were moved to Obedience. Or, it may be, there was thus much more in it; and hereupon were moved to obedience. Or, it may be, there was thus much more in it; cc av vbdr vvn p-acp n1. cc, pn31 vmb vbi, pc-acp vbds av av-d av-dc p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
221 they did Oblige themselves under a Curse to this Obedience, as every one that appeals to God Almighty as witness and Judge in a Case doth; they did Oblige themselves under a Curse to this obedience, as every one that appeals to God Almighty as witness and Judge in a Case does; pns32 vdd vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp d pi cst vvz p-acp np1 j-jn c-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 vdz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
222 saying in a manner, God do thus and thus to me, if I perform not. saying in a manner, God do thus and thus to me, if I perform not. vvg p-acp dt n1, np1 vdb av cc av p-acp pno11, cs pns11 vvb xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
223 And yet, all the while, this is not any uncharitable Cursing of our selves, but a most charitable obliging our selves in the highest manner we can to our bounden duty, by the Belief and dread of that Curse, which otherwise we look for: And yet, all the while, this is not any uncharitable Cursing of our selves, but a most charitable obliging our selves in the highest manner we can to our bounden duty, by the Belief and dread of that Curse, which otherwise we look for: cc av, d dt n1, d vbz xx d j vvg pp-f po12 n2, p-acp dt av-ds j vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt js n1 pns12 vmb p-acp po12 vvn n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d vvb, r-crq av pns12 vvb p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
224 As we find it exprest in that solemn Covenant with God, which Nehemiah Caused the Jews to Seal unto, They enter'd into a Curse and into an Oath to walk in Gods Law. ch. 10.29. As we find it expressed in that solemn Covenant with God, which Nehemiah Caused the jews to Seal unto, They entered into a Curse and into an Oath to walk in God's Law. changed. 10.29. c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp np1, r-crq np1 vvd dt np2 p-acp n1 p-acp, pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp ng1 n1. vvn. crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
225 And thus now I have given you an account of the Pattern before us, the Divine institution and appointment among the Jews, and their practise according to it. And thus now I have given you an account of the Pattern before us, the Divine Institution and appointment among the jews, and their practice according to it. cc av av pns11 vhb vvn pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12, dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt np2, cc po32 n1 vvg p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
226 It remains only, that I shew you next, as briefly as I can, how far we also may be still concern'd in it. It remains only, that I show you next, as briefly as I can, how Far we also may be still concerned in it. pn31 vvz av-j, cst pns11 vvb pn22 ord, c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmb, c-crq av-j pns12 av vmb vbi av vvn p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
227 And First, in the General, should we grant it to have been wholly and purely Ceremonial, a possitive and peculiar Ordinance of God for his People the Jews only, yet thus certainly it becomes us all, both to think and speak with all Modesty and Reverence of it, And First, in the General, should we grant it to have been wholly and purely Ceremonial, a positive and peculiar Ordinance of God for his People the jews only, yet thus Certainly it becomes us all, both to think and speak with all Modesty and reverence of it, cc ord, p-acp dt n1, vmd pns12 vvi pn31 pc-acp vhi vbn av-jn cc av-j j, dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 dt np2 av-j, av av av-j pn31 vvz pno12 d, av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 18
228 as such; God himself having Commanded that the Curses of his Law should be thus orderly and distinctly denounced by the Levites; and that all the People, at the hearing of them, should as distinctly and audibly answer and say, Amen. as such; God himself having Commanded that the Curses of his Law should be thus orderly and distinctly denounced by the Levites; and that all the People, At the hearing of them, should as distinctly and audibly answer and say, Amen. c-acp d; np1 px31 vhg vvn d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vmd vbi av j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt np1; cc cst d dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32, vmd c-acp av-j cc av-j vvi cc vvi, uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 18
229 We must not therefore presume to Condemn this, either for a foolish or a wicked appointment. We must not Therefore presume to Condemn this, either for a foolish or a wicked appointment. pns12 vmb xx av vvi p-acp vvb d, d p-acp dt j cc dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 19
230 We must take heed, how we Blaspheme and affront God Almighty by the little Cavils and Exceptions of our prejudiced and forestall'd apprehensions. We must take heed, how we Blaspheme and affront God Almighty by the little Cavils and Exceptions of our prejudiced and forestalled apprehensions. pns12 vmb vvi n1, c-crq pns12 vvi cc vvi np1 j-jn p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 vvn cc vvn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 19
231 To this height of impiety doth the zealous hatred of some against the Liturgie bring them. To this height of impiety does the zealous hatred of Some against the Liturgy bring them. p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vdz dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp dt n1 vvb pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 19
232 What otherwise they pretend to Reverence in their Bibles, they most ignorantly reproach and dispute against in the Common-prayer-book. What otherwise they pretend to reverence in their Bibles, they most ignorantly reproach and dispute against in the Common prayer book. q-crq av pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po32 np1, pns32 av-ds av-j n1 cc vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 19
233 But then, Secondly, though there were confessedly some particular Circumstances in this Case that belonged to the Jews only (such as the division of their Tribes after that manner upon the two opposite Mountains and the like ) yet the Substance of the thing it self is manifestly such as carries a great deal of natural Equity and useful morality in it; But then, Secondly, though there were confessedly Some particular circumstances in this Case that belonged to the jews only (such as the division of their Tribes After that manner upon the two opposite Mountains and the like) yet the Substance of the thing it self is manifestly such as carries a great deal of natural Equity and useful morality in it; cc-acp av, ord, c-acp a-acp vbdr av-vvn d j n2 p-acp d n1 cst vvd p-acp dt np2 av-j (d c-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt crd j-jn n2 cc dt av-j) av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz av-j d c-acp vvz dt j n1 pp-f j n1 cc j n1 p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
234 and is the rather to be imitated by us, because God hath gone before in prescribing of it to this very purpose of engaging and promoting Obedience among his antient People; and is the rather to be imitated by us, Because God hath gone before in prescribing of it to this very purpose of engaging and promoting obedience among his ancient People; cc vbz dt av-c pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, c-acp np1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp d j n1 pp-f vvg cc j-vvg n1 p-acp po31 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
235 Obedience being unto us, as well as unto them, the way to Blessing, and Disobedience to us, as well as unto them, the way to a Curse. obedience being unto us, as well as unto them, the Way to Blessing, and Disobedience to us, as well as unto them, the Way to a Curse. n1 vbg p-acp pno12, c-acp av c-acp p-acp pno32, dt n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp av c-acp p-acp pno32, dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 19
236 As for the Laws of eternal Equity and Righteousness, our Blessed Saviour came not to destroy or put an end to them, but NONLATINALPHABET, more fully to Preach and more effectually to press them upon the World. As for the Laws of Eternal Equity and Righteousness, our Blessed Saviour Come not to destroy or put an end to them, but, more Fully to Preach and more effectually to press them upon the World. p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, po12 j-vvn n1 vvd xx p-acp vvb cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp, av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi cc av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 19
237 And as to matters of Order and decencie among the People, though of particular and positive institution, we may observe a frequent imitation in the Christian Church under the New Testament, without any challenge for so doing. And as to matters of Order and decency among the People, though of particular and positive Institution, we may observe a frequent imitation in the Christian Church under the New Testament, without any challenge for so doing. cc c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pp-f j cc j n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d n1 c-acp av vdg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 19
238 We Rehearse their Deealogue as the Rule of our Lives. The very Petitions of the Lords Prayer had been used in their devotions. We Rehearse their Deealogue as the Rule of our Lives. The very Petitions of the lords Prayer had been used in their devotions. pns12 vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 19
239 The materials of both Sacraments, the water of Baptism, the Loaf and Cup in the Lords Supper took their rise from them. The materials of both Sacraments, the water of Baptism, the Loaf and Cup in the lords Supper took their rise from them. dt n2-jn pp-f d n2, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 n1 vvd po32 n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 19
240 Bishops, Priests and Deacons in the Government of the Church, are by the Fathers resembled to their High-Priests, Priests, and Levites. Bishops, Priests and Deacons in the Government of the Church, Are by the Father's resembled to their High priests, Priests, and Levites. n2, n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr p-acp dt n2 vvd p-acp po32 n2, n2, cc np2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 19
241 And the very manner and order of worshipping God in their Synagogues, for Reading the Holy Scriptures, and Prayers, as the Learned know, hath been readily Copied out in the Churches of Christ. And the very manner and order of worshipping God in their Synagogues, for Reading the Holy Scriptures, and Prayers, as the Learned know, hath been readily Copied out in the Churches of christ. cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg np1 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp vvg dt j n2, cc n2, p-acp dt j vvi, vhz vbn av-j vvd av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 20
242 — No wonder therefore, that our Reformed Church was easily induced to an imitation of this most useful Discipline likewise, which hath Gods Honour and our Good (the great ends of all our Lives) stamped, — No wonder Therefore, that our Reformed Church was Easily induced to an imitation of this most useful Discipline likewise, which hath God's Honour and our Good (the great ends of all our Lives) stamped, — dx n1 av, cst po12 vvn n1 vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d av-ds j n1 av, r-crq vhz n2 vvb cc po12 j (dt j n2 pp-f d po12 n2) vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 20
243 as it were, in Legible Characters upon the forehead of it. as it were, in Legible Characters upon the forehead of it. c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 20
244 It tends apparently to the Honour of God and his Laws, thus to have the Equity Truth and Righteousness of them made known, proclaimed, and acknowledged: It tends apparently to the Honour of God and his Laws, thus to have the Equity Truth and Righteousness of them made known, proclaimed, and acknowledged: pn31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, av pc-acp vhi dt n1 n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 vvd vvn, vvn, cc vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
245 And it tends as apparently to promote Righteousness and Vertue in us, thus distinctly to own and profess our firm belief, that all the Laws of God are Righteous and Good, And it tends as apparently to promote Righteousness and Virtue in us, thus distinctly to own and profess our firm belief, that all the Laws of God Are Righteous and Good, cc pn31 vvz c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, av av-j p-acp d cc vvi po12 j n1, cst d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
246 and that the Sanctions of them are all just and equal; and we left inexcusable upon the Transgression of them. and that the Sanctions of them Are all just and equal; and we left inexcusable upon the Transgression of them. cc cst dt n2 pp-f pno32 vbr d j cc j-jn; cc pns12 vvd j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
247 It is therefore a very fitting means and help, you see, both to Glorifie God and to promote our own good and happiness; It is Therefore a very fitting means and help, you see, both to glorify God and to promote our own good and happiness; pn31 vbz av dt j j-vvg n2 cc n1, pn22 vvb, av-d pc-acp vvi np1 cc pc-acp vvi po12 d j cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
248 to bring us to Repentance, for what is past, and to keep us in Obedience, for the time to come. to bring us to Repentance, for what is past, and to keep us in obedience, for the time to come. pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq vbz j, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp np1-n, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 20
249 Nor hath this Transaction any thing in it that is repugnant or unsuitable to the Times of the Gospel, more than of the Law; Nor hath this Transaction any thing in it that is repugnant or unsuitable to the Times of the Gospel, more than of the Law; ccx vhz d n1 d n1 p-acp pn31 cst vbz j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av-dc cs pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 20
250 to the Christian worship, any more than to the Jewish. to the Christian worship, any more than to the Jewish. p-acp dt njp n1, d dc cs p-acp dt jp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 20
251 Christ, it is true, hath taken away the Curse of the Law, being made a Curse for us, as the Apostle hath it. christ, it is true, hath taken away the Curse of the Law, being made a Curse for us, as the Apostle hath it. np1, pn31 vbz j, vhz vvn av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbg vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp dt n1 vhz pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
252 There is no dispute of that. And so it was then too, in Type and figure, shadowed forth and adumbrated in their Sacrifices: There is no dispute of that. And so it was then too, in Type and figure, shadowed forth and adumbrated in their Sacrifices: pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d. cc av pn31 vbds av av, p-acp n1 cc n1, vvn av cc vvn p-acp po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
253 He being the Lamb slain from the Foundation of the World, and the substance of all those shadows. He being the Lamb slave from the Foundation of the World, and the substance of all those shadows. pns31 vbg dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
254 But this is only still with respect unto True Penitents; that is, those who sincerely Repent of their former Disobedience, But this is only still with respect unto True Penitents; that is, those who sincerely repent of their former Disobedience, p-acp d vbz av-j av p-acp n1 p-acp j n2-jn; cst vbz, d r-crq av-j vvb pp-f po32 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
255 and as sincerely resolve and endeavour to reform and amend for the future. and as sincerely resolve and endeavour to reform and amend for the future. cc c-acp av-j vvi cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
256 As to all others, who bid God defiance, and sin, elatâ mann, with an hand lift up against Heaven, As to all Others, who bid God defiance, and since, elatâ man, with an hand lift up against Heaven, p-acp p-acp d n2-jn, r-crq vvb np1 n1, cc n1, fw-la n1, p-acp dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
257 as it were daring the Almighty to punish them, the Curse of the Law holds still in force; and all the Acts of wilful sin and Disobedience are, no less now than before, under the Sentence of Gods Curse. as it were daring the Almighty to Punish them, the Curse of the Law holds still in force; and all the Acts of wilful since and Disobedience Are, no less now than before, under the Sentence of God's Curse. c-acp pn31 vbdr vvg dt j-jn pc-acp vvi pno32, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz av p-acp n1; cc d dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1 vbr, dx av-dc av cs a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
258 And we ought every one to believe and Confess this, till by the sight of our Cursed wretched and miserable Estate, by reason of Sin, we are brought unto Repentance and Reformation, And we ought every one to believe and Confess this, till by the sighed of our Cursed wretched and miserable Estate, by reason of since, we Are brought unto Repentance and Reformation, cc pns12 vmd d crd pc-acp vvi cc vvb d, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn j cc j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
259 and so qualified for the Pardon and Blessing of the Gospel of Grace through Jesus Christ. and so qualified for the Pardon and Blessing of the Gospel of Grace through jesus christ. cc av vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
260 Then we are assured, that there shall be no Condemnation to us, who walk " not after the Flesh, but after the Spirit; Then we Are assured, that there shall be no Condemnation to us, who walk " not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit; av pns12 vbr vvn, cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vvb " xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
261 but we shall most certainly be deliver'd from the Execution of all those Threatnings, not because there is no truth and certainty in them, but in regard that our Redeemer, by his merit and satisfaction hath purchased for us a Release and immunity from them. but we shall most Certainly be Delivered from the Execution of all those Threatenings, not Because there is no truth and certainty in them, but in regard that our Redeemer, by his merit and satisfaction hath purchased for us a Release and immunity from them. cc-acp pns12 vmb av-ds av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n2-vvg, xx c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp p-acp n1 cst po12 n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 dt vvb cc n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
262 We are yet to declare a stedfast beliefe of the Truth and certainty of these Curses; We Are yet to declare a steadfast belief of the Truth and certainty of these Curses; pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
263 thereby to own what our sins deserve at Gods hands, and most justly expose us to; thereby to own what our Sins deserve At God's hands, and most justly expose us to; av p-acp d r-crq po12 n2 vvb p-acp npg1 n2, cc av-ds av-j vvb pno12 p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
264 and admire the patience and forbearance of God towards us; and admire the patience and forbearance of God towards us; cc vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
265 and they are to be as a School-master to lead us unto Christ for deliverance from them, and they Are to be as a Schoolmaster to led us unto christ for deliverance from them, cc pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
266 and as a Tutor and Monitor of the great obligation we have to him our Redeemer; and as a Tutor and Monitor of the great obligation we have to him our Redeemer; cc c-acp dt n1 cc np1 pp-f dt j n1 pns12 vhb p-acp pno31 po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
267 They are also to bring us to a true and serious Humiliation for all our Transgressions, and to warn us against them for the time to come. They Are also to bring us to a true and serious Humiliation for all our Transgressions, and to warn us against them for the time to come. pns32 vbr av pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp d po12 n2, cc p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
268 For, notwithstanding the Blessing of the Gospel, we are yet, if we take not heed, liable to a Curse also, if we are wilfully Disobedient to it; For, notwithstanding the Blessing of the Gospel, we Are yet, if we take not heed, liable to a Curse also, if we Are wilfully Disobedient to it; p-acp, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vbr av, cs pns12 vvb xx n1, j p-acp dt n1 av, cs pns12 vbr av-j j p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
269 nay and a greater and sadder Curse and Condemnation, than the Law ever pronounced, because the Blessing to us is by many degrees greater, nay and a greater and sadder Curse and Condemnation, than the Law ever pronounced, Because the Blessing to us is by many Degrees greater, uh-x cc dt jc cc jc n1 cc n1, cs dt n1 av vvd, p-acp dt vvg p-acp pno12 vbz p-acp d n2 jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
270 than what was set before them. than what was Set before them. cs r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 21
271 As we have better promises, so we have also a sorer Judgment held forth unto us, As we have better promises, so we have also a Sorer Judgement held forth unto us, c-acp pns12 vhb jc n2, av pns12 vhb av dt jc n1 vvd av p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 22
272 as the Apostle to the Hebrews, more than once, intimateth. as the Apostle to the Hebrews, more than once, intimateth. c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np2, av-dc cs a-acp, vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 22
273 How shall we escape, if we neglect so great Salvation? ch. 2. And of how much sorer punishment suppose ye, shall he be thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Blood of the Son of God, How shall we escape, if we neglect so great Salvation? changed. 2. And of how much Sorer punishment suppose you, shall he be Thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Blood of the Son of God, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi, cs pns12 vvb av j n1? vvn. crd cc pp-f c-crq d jc n1 vvb pn22, vmb pns31 vbi vvn j, r-crq vhz vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 22
274 & c? ch. 10. The Gospel is not made up altogether of comforts and promises, as some mistake it, & c? changed. 10. The Gospel is not made up altogether of comforts and promises, as Some mistake it, cc sy? vvn. crd dt n1 vbz xx vvn a-acp av pp-f vvz cc n2, p-acp d vvb pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 22
275 but hath its Threats and Terrors also. knowing therefore the Terror of the Lord we perswade men 2 Cor. 5.11. Both the Baptist, Christs fore-runner, and our Blessed Saviour himself too, call upon us to Repent, that we may flie from wrath; but hath its Treats and Terrors also. knowing Therefore the Terror of the Lord we persuade men 2 Cor. 5.11. Both the Baptist, Christ forerunner, and our Blessed Saviour himself too, call upon us to repent, that we may fly from wrath; cc-acp vhz po31 n2 cc n2 av. vvg av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb n2 crd np1 crd. d dt np1, npg1 n1, cc po12 j-vvn n1 px31 av, vvb p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 22
276 and tell us, that the Axe is now laid to the root of the Trees, so that every Tree which bringeth not forth good Fruit is to be hewen down, and cast into the Fire; and tell us, that the Axe is now laid to the root of the Trees, so that every Tree which brings not forth good Fruit is to be hewn down, and cast into the Fire; cc vvb pno12, cst dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, av cst d n1 r-crq vvz xx av j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, cc vvd p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
277 and that unless we Repent we shall all perish. and that unless we repent we shall all perish. cc cst cs pns12 vvb pns12 vmb d vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
278 — In that famous Sermon of our Lords upon the Mount, we have him not only, — In that famous Sermon of our lords upon the Mount, we have him not only, — p-acp d j n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vhb pno31 xx av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
279 as it were upon Mount Gerizim uttering the Beatitudes or Blessings to his Disciples. St. Matt. 5. Blessed are the poor in Spirit. Blessed are they that mourn. Blessed are the meek. as it were upon Mount Gerizim uttering the Beatitudes or Blessings to his Disciples. Saint Matt. 5. Blessed Are the poor in Spirit. Blessed Are they that mourn. Blessed Are the meek. c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 np1 vvg dt n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n2. n1 np1 crd j-vvn vbr dt j p-acp n1. j-vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb. j-vvn vbr dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
280 Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after Righteousness. Blessed are the merciful. Blessed are the pure in heart. Blessed are the Peace-makers. Blessed Are they that hunger and thirst After Righteousness. Blessed Are the merciful. Blessed Are the pure in heart. Blessed Are the Peacemakers. j-vvn vbr pns32 cst n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. j-vvn vbr dt j. j-vvn vbr dt j p-acp n1. j-vvn vbr dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
281 Blessed are they that are persecuted for Righteousness-sake. Blessed Are they that Are persecuted for Righteousness sake. j-vvn vbr pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
282 But, if we compare St. Luke ch. 6. We find him also as it were upon Mount Ebal, to denounce unto others a contrary Wo and Curse. But, if we compare Saint Lycia changed. 6. We find him also as it were upon Mount Ebal, to denounce unto Others a contrary Woe and Curse. p-acp, cs pns12 vvb n1 av vvn. crd pns12 vvb pno31 av c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
283 But Wo unto you that are Rich. Wo unto you that are full. Wo unto you that Laugh now. But Woe unto you that Are Rich. Woe unto you that Are full. Woe unto you that Laugh now. p-acp n1 p-acp pn22 cst vbr np1 n1 p-acp pn22 cst vbr j. n1 p-acp pn22 cst vvb av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
284 Wo unto you when all men speak well of you. Woe unto you when all men speak well of you. n1 p-acp pn22 c-crq d n2 vvb av pp-f pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
285 — As elsewhere we find him uttering many Woes against the Hypocritical Scribes and Pharisees, and those that Repented not at the sight of his mighty works among them. — As elsewhere we find him uttering many Woes against the Hypocritical Scribes and Pharisees, and those that Repented not At the sighed of his mighty works among them. — p-acp av pns12 vvb pno31 vvg d n2 p-acp dt j n2 cc np2, cc d cst vvn xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 22
286 And, when he vouchsafes to give us an account of the Judgment of the Last day he lets us understand, And, when he vouchsafes to give us an account of the Judgement of the Last day he lets us understand, cc, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 pns31 vvz pno12 vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 23
287 how all men then shall be divided and separated, as the Children of Israel now were, the Righteous, that is the Sons of the Free-Woman, the Faithful Disciples of Christ, how all men then shall be divided and separated, as the Children of Israel now were, the Righteous, that is the Sons of the Free-Woman, the Faithful Disciples of christ, c-crq d n2 cs vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 av vbdr, dt j, cst vbz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt j n2 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 23
288 as it were on Gerizim, at the Right hand to receive a Blessing, but the unrighteous, that is the Bond-Slaves of Sin and Satan, as it were on Ebal, at the Left hand to receive the Curse. St. Matth. 25. Then shall the King say unto them on his Right hand, Come ye Blessed of my Father. as it were on Gerizim, At the Right hand to receive a Blessing, but the unrighteous, that is the Bond-Slaves of since and Satan, as it were on Ebal, At the Left hand to receive the Curse. Saint Matthew 25. Then shall the King say unto them on his Right hand, Come you Blessed of my Father. c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp np1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp dt j-u, cst vbz dt n2 pp-f n1 cc np1, c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp np1, p-acp dt vvd n1 pc-acp vvi dt vvb. n1 np1 crd av vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, vvb pn22 vvn pp-f po11 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 23
289 ver. 34. Then shall he say also unto them on the Left-hand, Depart from me ye Cursed. ver. 34. Then shall he say also unto them on the Left hand, Depart from me you Cursed. fw-la. crd av vmb pns31 vvi av p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 23
290 ver. 41. So that, you see, the Gospel it self hath its Sentences both of Blessing and Cursing; — for. 41. So that, you see, the Gospel it self hath its Sentences both of Blessing and Cursing; — p-acp. crd av cst, pn22 vvb, dt n1 pn31 n1 vhz po31 n2 d pp-f n1 cc vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 23
291 And there is an Amen too, you may observe, at the end of all the Four Evangelists, which relates to all things Contained in them, Woes and Curses, as well as Blessings, to testifie the Certainty of both, and the Belief of both in the Church of Christ. And there is an Amen too, you may observe, At the end of all the Four Evangelists, which relates to all things Contained in them, Woes and Curses, as well as Blessings, to testify the Certainty of both, and the Belief of both in the Church of christ. cc pc-acp vbz dt uh-n av, pn22 vmb vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt crd n2, r-crq vvz p-acp d n2 j-vvn p-acp pno32, n2 cc n2, c-acp av p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f av-d, cc dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 23
292 Amen, that is, This is the Gospel of Truth. Amen, that is, This is the Gospel of Truth. uh-n, cst vbz, d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 23
293 We say commonly, as True as Gospel. And both of them shall be made good to the full at the Day of the Revelation of the Righteous Judgment of God; We say commonly, as True as Gospel. And both of them shall be made good to the full At the Day of the Revelation of the Righteous Judgement of God; pns12 vvb av-j, p-acp j c-acp n1. cc d pp-f pno32 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 23
294 when all Nations shall be gather'd before the Great Judge, and he shall separate them one from another, when all nations shall be gathered before the Great Judge, and he shall separate them one from Another, c-crq d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32 pi p-acp n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 23
295 as a shepherd divideth his Sheep from the Goats, and set the Sheep on his Right hand, (that is, as a shepherd divides his Sheep from the Goats, and Set the Sheep on his Right hand, (that is, c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, (cst vbz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 23
296 as hath been said, on Gerizim ) and the Goats on the Left, (that is, on Ebal. ) When our Lord shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels, in flaming fire taking Vengeance on them that know not God and obey not the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ; as hath been said, on Gerizim) and the Goats on the Left, (that is, on Ebal.) When our Lord shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels, in flaming fire taking Vengeance on them that know not God and obey not the Gospel of our Lord jesus christ; c-acp vhz vbn vvn, p-acp np1) cc dt n2 p-acp dt vvd, (cst vbz, p-acp np1.) c-crq po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2, p-acp j-vvg n1 vvg n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb xx np1 cc vvb xx dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 23
297 but to be glorified in his Saints and admired in all them that believe. 2 Thes. 1. This Institution therefore among the Jews, which gives us a Remembrance and Representation of these things is not any more unsuitable to the times of the Gospel, than to those of the Law; but to be glorified in his Saints and admired in all them that believe. 2 Thebes 1. This Institution Therefore among the jews, which gives us a Remembrance and Representation of these things is not any more unsuitable to the times of the Gospel, than to those of the Law; cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc vvn p-acp d pno32 cst vvb. crd np1 crd d n1 av p-acp dt np2, r-crq vvz pno12 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 vbz xx d dc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cs p-acp d pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 23
298 For we are all NONLATINALPHABET, under the Law to Christ. For we Are all, under the Law to christ. c-acp pns12 vbr d, p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 24
299 It is as fit now as then, that we should attend to the whole will of God, his Curses no less than Blessings. 'Tis as fit now as then, that we should set the Amen of our Faith to each of them; It is as fit now as then, that we should attend to the Whole will of God, his Curses no less than Blessings. It's as fit now as then, that we should Set the Amen of our Faith to each of them; pn31 vbz a-acp j av p-acp av, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, po31 n2 av-dx dc cs n2. pn31|vbz c-acp j av p-acp av, cst pns12 vmd vvi dt uh-n pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 24
300 answering unto every Sentence in the Holy word of God, Amen, and so confessing with our mouths, that we believe it unfeignedly in our hearts. answering unto every Sentence in the Holy word of God, Amen, and so confessing with our mouths, that we believe it unfeignedly in our hearts. vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, uh-n, cc av vvg p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vvb pn31 av-j p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 24
301 To the intent, as it follows in our Church Service, that, being admonished of the great indignation of God against sinners, we may the rather be moved unto earnest and true Repentance; To the intent, as it follows in our Church Service, that, being admonished of the great Indignation of God against Sinners, we may the rather be moved unto earnest and true Repentance; p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp po12 n1 n1, cst, vbg vvn pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, pns12 vmb dt av-c vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 24
302 and may walk more warily in these dangerous dayes; and may walk more warily in these dangerous days; cc vmb vvi av-dc av-j p-acp d j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 24
303 fleeing from such vices, for which we affirm with our own mouths the Curse of God to be due. fleeing from such vices, for which we affirm with our own mouths the Curse of God to be due. vvg p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 d n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 24
304 Mark here, I beseech you, the plain Resolution of our Amen to Gods several Curses. It is not uncharitably to Curse our selves or others; Mark Here, I beseech you, the plain Resolution of our Amen to God's several Curses. It is not uncharitably to Curse our selves or Others; vvb av, pns11 vvb pn22, dt j n1 pp-f po12 uh-n p-acp npg1 j n2. pn31 vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 24
305 No, all is in order to a Blessing, that we may every one carry a share of the Blessing home with us. No, all is in order to a Blessing, that we may every one carry a share of the Blessing home with us. uh-x, d vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmb d crd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-an p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 24
306 It is only to affirm with our mouths, the Truth of the Divine Curses; That the Curse is due to such and such Transgressors by Gods appointment. It is only to affirm with our mouths, the Truth of the Divine Curses; That the Curse is due to such and such Transgressors by God's appointment. pn31 vbz av-j p-acp vvb p-acp po12 n2, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2; cst dt n1 vbz j-jn p-acp d cc d n2 p-acp npg1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 24
307 That it is most certain all such Sinners are really accursed by God, under his Curse, while they continue such; That it is most certain all such Sinners Are really accursed by God, under his Curse, while they continue such; cst pn31 vbz av-ds j d d n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1, cs pns32 vvb d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 24
308 and have no possibility of removing that Curse, but by a speedy Repentance and Return to God for pardon and forgiveness through Jesus Christ, that by and in him they may be Blessed; and have no possibility of removing that Curse, but by a speedy Repentance and Return to God for pardon and forgiveness through jesus christ, that by and in him they may be Blessed; cc vhb dx n1 pp-f vvg d n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 np1, cst p-acp cc p-acp pno31 pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 24
309 for ever Blessed by being first saved from their Sins, and turn'd from their iniquities. for ever Blessed by being First saved from their Sins, and turned from their iniquities. c-acp av vvn p-acp vbg ord vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc vvd p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 24
310 — God of old declared his great Indignation against those, who hearing the words of his Curses, should yet bless themselves in their hearts, saying I shall have peace, — God of old declared his great Indignation against those, who hearing the words of his Curses, should yet bless themselves in their hearts, saying I shall have peace, — n1 pp-f j vvd po31 j n1 p-acp d, r-crq vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, vmd av vvi px32 p-acp po32 n2, vvg pns11 vmb vhi n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 24
311 though I walk in the imagination of mine heart to add drunkenness to thirst: though I walk in the imagination of mine heart to add Drunkenness to thirst: cs pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 24
312 The Lord, saith Moses, will not spare such a man, but all the Curses in this book shall lie upon him. Deuter. 29.18.19. The Lord, Says Moses, will not spare such a man, but all the Curses in this book shall lie upon him. Deuter 29.18.19. dt n1, vvz np1, vmb xx vvi d dt n1, cc-acp d dt n2 p-acp d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31. np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 24
313 The Prophet Isaiah proclaims it, once and again. There is no peace, saith the Lord, unto the wicked. ch. 48.22. and ch. 57.21. Let no man deceive you with vain words, saith the Apostle, for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the Children of Disobedience. Ephes. 5.6. The Prophet Isaiah proclaims it, once and again. There is no peace, Says the Lord, unto the wicked. changed. 48.22. and changed. 57.21. Let no man deceive you with vain words, Says the Apostle, for Because of these things comes the wrath of God upon the Children of Disobedience. Ephesians 5.6. dt n1 np1 vvz pn31, a-acp cc av. pc-acp vbz dx n1, vvz dt n1, p-acp dt j. vvn. crd. cc vvn. crd. vvb dx n1 vvi pn22 p-acp j n2, vvz dt n1, p-acp c-acp pp-f d n2 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 25
314 And when they shall say peace and safety, then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as Travel upon a Woman with Child, And when they shall say peace and safety, then sudden destruction comes upon them, as Travel upon a Woman with Child, cc c-crq pns32 vmb vvi n1 cc n1, av j n1 vvz p-acp pno32, c-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 25
315 and they shall not escape. 1 Thes. 5.3. It is of great concernment to us therefore, in time to see and understand and believe and be sensible of the Cursed State which our sins necessarily and unavoidably involve us in, and to judge and condemn our selves, that we may anticipate the judgment of the Lord, that we may not be then condemned by him; and they shall not escape. 1 Thebes 5.3. It is of great concernment to us Therefore, in time to see and understand and believe and be sensible of the Cursed State which our Sins necessarily and avoidable involve us in, and to judge and condemn our selves, that we may anticipate the judgement of the Lord, that we may not be then condemned by him; cc pns32 vmb xx vvi. crd np1 crd. pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12 av, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi cc vvi cc vbi j pp-f dt j-vvn n1 r-crq po12 n2 av-j cc av-j vvi pno12 p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vmb xx vbi av vvn p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 25
316 and that we may be moved effectually to humble our selves in this day of grace, and that we may be moved effectually to humble our selves in this day of grace, cc cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 25
317 and season lent us for Repentance, to deprecate all his displeasure against us, and obtain acceptance and favour with him through his Beloved. It is not we, alas! and season lent us for Repentance, to deprecate all his displeasure against us, and obtain acceptance and favour with him through his beloved. It is not we, alas! cc n1 vvd pno12 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi d po31 n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 j-vvn. pn31 vbz xx po12, uh! (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 25
318 that make Obedience a Blessed thing, or Disobedience a Cursed thing. 'Tis all one for that, whether we Believe it, or not: that make obedience a Blessed thing, or Disobedience a Cursed thing. It's all one for that, whither we Believe it, or not: cst vvb n1 dt j-vvn n1, cc n1 dt j-vvn n1. pn31|vbz d pi p-acp d, cs pns12 vvb pn31, cc xx: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 25
319 Whether we say and own it, or not. Whither we say and own it, or not. cs pns12 vvb cc vvi pn31, cc xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 25
320 The Blessing and Curse are, both of them, already pronounced from God. They are the Sentences of his Curse contained in the Holy Scriptures, the Infallible word of him, that cannot lye; The Blessing and Curse Are, both of them, already pronounced from God. They Are the Sentences of his Curse contained in the Holy Scriptures, the Infallible word of him, that cannot lie; dt n1 cc n1 vbr, d pp-f pno32, av vvn p-acp np1. pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt j n2, dt j n1 pp-f pno31, cst vmbx vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 25
321 and gather'd out thence only for our caution and warning. and gathered out thence only for our caution and warning. cc vvn av av av-j p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 25
322 Our Amen added to them is but a fitting declaration, that those whom God hath Blessed are certainly Blessed; Our Amen added to them is but a fitting declaration, that those whom God hath Blessed Are Certainly Blessed; po12 uh-n vvn p-acp pno32 vbz cc-acp dt j-vvg n1, cst d r-crq np1 vhz j-vvn vbr av-j vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 25
323 and those whom he hath Cursed are as certainly Cursed; and those whom he hath Cursed Are as Certainly Cursed; cc d r-crq pns31 vhz j-vvn vbr p-acp av-j vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 25
324 saying with our Lips that we believe this in our hearts, which we are Damned infidels if we believe not. saying with our Lips that we believe this in our hearts, which we Are Damned Infidels if we believe not. vvg p-acp po12 n2 cst pns12 vvb d p-acp po12 n2, r-crq pns12 vbr vvn n2 cs pns12 vvb xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 25
325 And this way of owning and confessing it, is a very probable and likely means to prevent the danger by shewing of it to us; And this Way of owning and confessing it, is a very probable and likely means to prevent the danger by showing of it to us; cc d n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg pn31, vbz dt av j cc j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 25
326 to bring us, as hath been said, to an hearty Repentance for all that is past and a through amendment for the time to come, that so we may avoid the Curse and inherit the Blessing; that taking this leisurely admonition of Gods fierce displeasure against such and such Sinners, viz. (Idolaters, Disobedient to Parents and Governors, Ʋnjust, Cruel, Malicious, Ʋnclean, Ʋncharitable, Covetous, and such-like, who do err and go astray from the Commands of God, the paths of piety, Righteousness and Sobriety, and walk in the High-Road to destruction) we may the rather be moved to an earnest and true Repentance in all these particulars for the gross miscarriages we have been guilty of; to bring us, as hath been said, to an hearty Repentance for all that is past and a through amendment for the time to come, that so we may avoid the Curse and inherit the Blessing; that taking this leisurely admonition of God's fierce displeasure against such and such Sinners, viz. (Idolaters, Disobedient to Parents and Governors, Ʋnjust, Cruel, Malicious, Ʋnclean, Ʋncharitable, Covetous, and suchlike, who do err and go astray from the Commands of God, the paths of piety, Righteousness and Sobriety, and walk in the High-Road to destruction) we may the rather be moved to an earnest and true Repentance in all these particulars for the gross miscarriages we have been guilty of; pc-acp vvi pno12, c-acp vhz vbn vvn, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d cst vbz j cc av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst av pns12 vmb vvi dt vvb cc vvb dt n1; cst vvg d av-j n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp d cc d n2, n1 (n2, j p-acp n2 cc n2, j, j, j, j, j, j, cc j, r-crq vdb vvi cc vvi av p-acp dt vvz pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1) pns12 vmb dt av-c vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp d d n2-jn p-acp dt j n2 pns12 vhb vbn j pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 26
327 and for the future awakened and stir'd up to take greater heed unto our selves, and for the future awakened and stirred up to take greater heed unto our selves, cc p-acp dt j-jn vvn cc vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi jc n1 p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 26
328 and walk circumspectly, especially in these dangerous dayes, wherein there are so many bad examples, in the midst of a crooked and perverse Generation; and walk circumspectly, especially in these dangerous days, wherein there Are so many bad Examples, in the midst of a crooked and perverse Generation; cc vvb av-j, av-j p-acp d j n2, c-crq pc-acp vbr av d j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 26
329 fleeing from those several Vices, for which we have affirmed with our own mouths, (and therefore affirmed with our mouths, fleeing from those several Vices, for which we have affirmed with our own mouths, (and Therefore affirmed with our mouths, vvg p-acp d j n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp po12 d n2, (cc av vvd p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 26
330 because we believe in our hearts) the Curse of God is due, as it is clearly and plainly legible in his Holy word. Because we believe in our hearts) the Curse of God is due, as it is clearly and plainly legible in his Holy word. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2) dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j-jn, c-acp pn31 vbz av-j cc av-j j p-acp po31 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 26
331 There can be nothing of impiety, or folly, nothing of antiquated Judaism, or innovating Popery, and Superstition certainly in all this. Nay, I must pronounce upon the whole, that there is nothing, which keeps persons from an hearty Compliance with so wholsome a Service, but either: There can be nothing of impiety, or folly, nothing of antiquated Judaism, or innovating Popery, and Superstition Certainly in all this. Nay, I must pronounce upon the Whole, that there is nothing, which keeps Persons from an hearty Compliance with so wholesome a Service, but either: a-acp vmb vbi pix pp-f n1, cc n1, pix pp-f vvn np1, cc j-vvg n1, cc n1 av-j p-acp d d. uh, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn, cst pc-acp vbz pix, r-crq vvz n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp av j dt n1, p-acp av-d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 26
332 First, the not understanding of it aright. First, thee not understanding of it aright. ord, pno32 xx vvg pp-f pn31 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 26
333 Or, Secondly, some secret love reserved to their own Sins, which makes them backward and unwilling thus to enter into a sacred vow and covenant with God under a Curse against them. Or, Secondly, Some secret love reserved to their own Sins, which makes them backward and unwilling thus to enter into a sacred Voelli and Covenant with God under a Curse against them. cc, ord, d j-jn n1 vvn p-acp po32 d n2, r-crq vvz pno32 av-j cc j av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 26
334 For otherwise the Benefit of this Devotion is most Conspicuous. For otherwise the Benefit of this Devotion is most Conspicuous. p-acp av dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz av-ds j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 26
335 What more prevailing motive can there possibly be both to Repentance and Reformation, than this Remembrance of the dreadful Judgment of God hanging over our heads, What more prevailing motive can there possibly be both to Repentance and Reformation, than this Remembrance of the dreadful Judgement of God hanging over our Heads, q-crq dc j-vvg n1 vmb a-acp av-j vbi av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, cs d n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 26
336 whilst we continue in Sin, and alwayes ready to fall upon us, prompting of us therefore, while we continue in since, and always ready to fallen upon us, prompting of us Therefore, cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, vvg pp-f pno12 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 27
337 as the only remedy and way to escape, forthwith to return unto God, with all contrition and meekness of heart, bewailing and lamenting our wicked life, acknowledging and confessing our aggravated offences to him, as the only remedy and Way to escape, forthwith to return unto God, with all contrition and meekness of heart, bewailing and lamenting our wicked life, acknowledging and confessing our aggravated offences to him, c-acp dt av-j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvg cc vvg po12 j n1, vvg cc vvg po12 vvn n2 p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 27
338 and seeking to bring forth Fruits becoming penitents. and seeking to bring forth Fruits becoming penitents. cc vvg pc-acp vvi av n2 vvg n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 27
339 And, Thus if we do, as the excellent Homily of the Church assures us in the Close, Christ will deliver us from the Curse of the Law, and from the extreme malediction, which will light upon them that shall be set on the Left hand; and he will set us at his Right hand, and give us the gracious benediction of his Father, commanding us to take possession of his most glorious Kingdom. And, Thus if we do, as the excellent Homily of the Church assures us in the Close, christ will deliver us from the Curse of the Law, and from the extreme malediction, which will Light upon them that shall be Set on the Left hand; and he will Set us At his Right hand, and give us the gracious benediction of his Father, commanding us to take possession of his most glorious Kingdom. cc, av cs pns12 vdb, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt j, np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno32 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt vvd n1; cc pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, cc vvb pno12 dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 av-ds j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 27
340 Unto which he vouchsafe to bring us all for his Infinite mercy! Amen. FINIS. Unto which he vouchsafe to bring us all for his Infinite mercy! Amen. FINIS. p-acp r-crq pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 d p-acp po31 j n1! uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 27

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1 0 Cum primis salutaris est ceremonia: sed non video our debeat exhiberi solùm nno die, & non saepiùs. Bucer. for so in the Liturgie of Edward 6. it was determined to Ashwednesday, but after enlarged to divers time of the year, with an •••alty only to the First day of Lent. See Mr. Ham. L'Estrange's. Alliance of Divine Offices. ch. 11. p. 318. Cum Primis Salutaris est Ceremony: sed non video our debeat exhiberi solùm nno die, & non saepiùs. Bucer. for so in the Liturgy of Edward 6. it was determined to Ash wednesday, but After enlarged to diverse time of the year, with an •••alty only to the First day of Lent. See Mr. Ham. L'Estrange's. Alliance of Divine Offices. changed. 11. p. 318. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-gr: fw-la fw-fr fw-la po12 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb, cc fw-la fw-la. np1. p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 crd pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1, p-acp a-acp vvn p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1 vvb n1 n1. npg1. n1 pp-f j-jn n2. vvn. crd n1 crd
22 0 Psal. 10. Psalm 10. np1 crd
25 0 Psal. 99. Psalm 99. np1 crd
40 0 See 2 Cor. 5.20. 1 Thes. 4.8. &c. See 2 Cor. 5.20. 1 Thebes 4.8. etc. vvb crd np1 crd. crd np1 crd. av
48 0 Deut. 9.27. Deuteronomy 9.27. np1 crd.
57 0 T. 6. L. 1. p. 196. T. 6. L. 1. p. 196. np1 crd np1 crd n1 crd
58 0 Augmentatio Boni; Diminutio Boni Aben-Ezra. Augmentatio Boni; Diminution Boni Aben-ezra. fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la np1.
61 0 Ainsworth in Loc. Ainsworth in Loc. np1 p-acp np1
63 0 Dandam curabis, operâ scil. Levitarum. Vatablus. Dandam curabis, operâ scil. Levitarum. Vatablus. fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1. np1. np1.
64 0 Deut. 33.10. Deuteronomy 33.10. np1 crd.
67 0 Vatablus. Vatablus. np1.
75 0 Munster is mistaken, who reckon'd but 11. Munster is mistaken, who reckoned but 11. np1 vbz vvn, r-crq vvd p-acp crd
91 0 Vide Matium. in Josh. 8. Non procul â Sicimis. Antiq. L. 4. c. ult. Vide Matium. in Josh. 8. Non procul â Sicimis. Antique L. 4. c. ult. fw-la np1. p-acp np1 crd fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 crd sy. n1.
98 0 Liberarum filij ex justis Matribus familiâs. Liberarum filij ex justis Matribus familiâs. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
98 1 Ainsworth in Deuteron. Ainsworth in Deuteron. np1 p-acp fw-gr.
99 0 Servarum filij. Servarum filij. np1 fw-la.
101 0 Ora omnium obversa ad Arcam. Matius ut suprâ. Ora omnium obversa ad Ark. Matius ut suprâ. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1. np1 fw-la fw-la.
104 0 Tanquam fecialis: Mat ius ibid. Tanquam fecialis: Mathew Just Ibid. fw-la fw-la: np1 crd fw-la.
105 0 Ainsworth in Loc. Ainsworth in Loc. np1 p-acp np1
109 0 Masius in Loc. Masius in Loc. np1 p-acp np1
115 0 P. Fagius in Denter. P. Fagius in Denter. np1 np1 p-acp np1.
124 0 1. Inter Deum & hominem. 2. inter filium & patrem. Munster in Loc. 1. Inter God & hominem. 2. inter Son & patrem. Munster in Loc. crd fw-la fw-la cc fw-la. crd fw-la fw-la cc fw-la. np1 p-acp np1
149 0 Ezra 8.6. Ezra 8.6. np1 crd.
150 0 See 1 Chron. 16.34. &c. Psal. 89. ult. 106.48. &c. 1 Cor. 14.16. Revel. 7.12. See 1 Chronicles 16.34. etc. Psalm 89. ult. 106.48. etc. 1 Cor. 14.16. Revel. 7.12. vvb crd np1 crd. av np1 crd n1. crd. av crd np1 crd. vvb. crd.
156 0 In Deo Amen, i. e. in Deo vero. Grot. in Loc. In God Amen, i. e. in God vero. Grot. in Loc. p-acp np1 uh-n, uh. sy. p-acp fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1
169 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
180 0 Rom. 1.26. Rom. 1.26. np1 crd.
181 0 Rev. 22.20. Rev. 22.20. n1 crd.
182 0 Jerem. 11.5. Jeremiah 11.5. np1 crd.
184 0 Ch. 28.6. Christ 28.6. np1 crd.
211 0 Psal. 119. Psalm 119. np1 crd
213 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Rom. Quaest. . Rom. Question . np1 np1
227 0 See Dr. Comber on this Office. Compan. to Temple. part. 4. p. 551. &c. See Dr. Comber on this Office. Company. to Temple. part. 4. p. 551. etc. vvb n1 np1 p-acp d n1. np1. p-acp n1. n1. crd n1 crd av
241 0 Ʋt sciamus traditiones Apostolicas sumptas de veteri Testamento, Quod Aaron & su•j ejus atque Levitae in Templo fuerunt, hoc sibi Episcopi, Presbyteri & Diaconi vendicant in Ecclesiâ. St. Hiron ad Evagr. Ʋt sciamus Traditions Apostolicas sumptas de Veteri Testament, Quod Aaron & su•j His atque Levitae in Templo fuerunt, hoc sibi Bishops, Presbyteries & Deacons vendicant in Ecclesiâ. Saint Hiram and Evagrius vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la np1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la np1, np1 cc np1 j-jn p-acp fw-la. n1 np1 cc np1
241 1 Totum Regimen Ecclesiarum Christi conformatum fuit ad synagogarum exemplar. Grot. in Act. 11 Totum Regimen Ecclesiarum Christ conformatum fuit ad Synagogues exemplar. Grot. in Act. 11 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. np1 p-acp n1 crd
251 0 Gal. 3.13. Gal. 3.13. np1 crd.
253 0 Revel. 13.8. Revel. 13.8. vvb. crd.
260 0 Rom. 8.1. Rom. 8.1. np1 crd.
268 0 If any man love not the Lord Jesus Let him be Anathema Maranatha. 1 Cor. 16.22. If any man love not the Lord jesus Let him be Anathema Maranatha. 1 Cor. 16.22. cs d n1 vvb xx dt n1 np1 vvb pno31 vbi n1 np1. crd np1 crd.
285 0 St. Matth. 23. St. Luke 11. St. Matth. 11. St. Luke 10. Saint Matthew 23. Saint Lycia 11. Saint Matthew 11. Saint Lycia 10. n1 np1 crd n1 av crd n1 np1 crd n1 av crd
291 0 St. Mat. 28.20. St. Mark 16.20. St. Luke 24.53. St. John. 21.25 Saint Mathew 28.20. Saint Mark 16.20. Saint Lycia 24.53. Saint John. 21.25 n1 np1 crd. n1 vvb crd. n1 av crd. n1 np1 crd
299 0 1 Cor. 9.21. Gal. 6.2. St. Jam. 2.12. 1 Cor. 9.21. Gal. 6.2. Saint Jam. 2.12. crd np1 crd. np1 crd. n1 np1 crd.
315 0 1 Cor. 11.31. 1 Cor. 11.31. crd np1 crd.
329 0 Ex ore tuo. Ex over tuo. fw-la n1 fw-la.